Stylish & Retro - Apron Patterns for Everyday!

We opened our Apron Sewing Patterns section a little over 1 year ago and the verdict is IN! Aprons are as popular today as they've ever been. The variety of apron patterns to choose from is amazing. Creative apron designers are developing apron patterns that highlight their own unique sense of style.

While aprons are still being used to cover up while cooking, crafting, or gardening, the use of aprons has expanded even more in recent years. Today, you'll also see aprons being worn as a stylish layer over t-shirt & jeans. Check out some of our newest apron pattern additions!

The Emmeline Apron Pattern from Sew Liberated is a stylish & modern apron that makes perfect use of today's bold designer fabrics.

This is a reversible apron pattern, so it's like making 2 aprons in 1! You can tie this apron in the back or in the front to change up the look even more. This is a great apron to wear as a stylish cover up in the kitchen or as a trendy fashion layer with jeans out on the town.

Sew Liberated apron patterns include easy to follow instructions with diagrams and photos. Full size pattern pieces are printed on paper.

The Lola Apron Pattern from Sew Liberated is wonderfully retro apron pattern reminiscent of the 50's diner era. This fun retro apron pattern provides instructions for customizing the fit to your unique shape & size. Rick rack and bias tape help to give this apron it's retro appeal.

The daughter version, called the Lolita, is also included. Kid's love baking in the kitchen. Having matching aprons makes it even more fun! The Lolita apron includes sizing for children 3 to 9 years old. This pattern is recommended for crafters with advanced beginner to intermediate sewing skills.

The In-Over-Your-Head Apron Pattern is a new retro smock style apron from Indygo Junction. Pattern includes both the long & short version for sizes Small through 3XL.

The long apron has 2 patch pockets in the front, while the short apron has a row of storage pockets along the hemline. Both versions slip over your head and tie at the back waist.

This retro apron pattern makes perfect use of those fun retro reproduction fabrics you find in quilt shops. Wear this retro smock for a variety of daily household chores, such as cooking, cleaning, sewing, and crafting.

We're adding to our collection of apron sewing patterns from The Apron Lady. The Spring Fling Apron Pattern, designed by Jan Lutz, is "More than just an Apron"!

This is an easy apron pattern, ideal for beginners looking for a simple sewing project. It's so comfortable, you'll want to wear this apron around the house for all of your daily activities.

Select your favorite fabrics to make this apron your own. Try colorful florals, homespun plaids, vintage reproductions, and more. Pattern includes a reversible half apron too!

Apron are easy to sew and fun to wear. Select holiday-themed fabrics and make aprons to wear for special occasions throughout the year! Hand made aprons also make great gifts for giving friends & family.

Visit our Apron Sewing Patterns section for details on these patterns and to see our complete selection of apron patterns.

Shop for your next sewing project at Weekend Kits, including ready to sew projects with patterns, fabric, and instructions. Visit today and be ready to start sewing on your next Weekend at Home!

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New Latch Hook Kits at Weekend Kits!

Latch hooking is a fun & easy craft to learn. Visit the Latch Hook Kits section of the store to see our new selection of latch hook rug kits!

Mariposa Butterfly Latch Hook Kit

Butterflies are a popular theme for latch hooking and it's easy to see why! The colors are bright and the designs are interesting to latch. The finished size of the Mariposa Butterfly is 12" x 12".

Caron latch hook kits include color-coded canvas, pre-cut rug yarn, complete charts, and illustrated instructions. Add a latch hook tool and you'll be ready to start latch hooking!

Before starting your latch hook project, it's suggested that you cover the edges of the canvas with masking tape to prevent the edges from fraying or snagging.

The Happy Orcas Latch Hook Kit is a latch hook rug design that appeals to all ages. No need to worry if you're a beginner, Caron latch hook kits include instructions on how to use your latch hook tool, including step-by-step instructions with diagrams. Finished size of the Happy Orcas latch rug is 15" x 20".

Each kit includes a complete color chart, showing the appropriate color yarn to use for each square. In addition, the latch hook canvas is color-coded to match the yarn colors used in the rug design. This makes it easy to see when you're close to changing to a new yarn color.

The Happy Snowman Christmas Latch Hook Kit is a fun latch hooking kit for the holidays! Latch hooking is a fun craft activity to share with others. Gather friends & family for a latch hooking party!

There are a variety of options for finishing your latch hook rug project. You can create a fluffy pillow, decorative rug, or wall hanging. The first step to finishing is to trim the canvas to a 1-inch border around the hooked area.

For rugs and wall hangings, latch hook rug binding is recommended for a more finished look. For a pillow, you'll need a coordinating fabric for the backing and a pillow form.

When it's time to clean your latch hook rug, do not machine wash. Hand washing in cool water with mild detergent is one alternative. Dry cleaning is recommended by the manufacturer.

See our complete selection of latch hooking rug kits in the Latch Hook Kits section. Kid's enjoy learning to latch hook too! Don't miss our fun selection of Krafty Kids Latch Hook Kits for kids from Caron.

Explore, Learn, Create, Share

Weekend Kits offers a variety of craft kits for all ages to explore. Kits make it easy to learn a new skill and create something new. Visit today and be ready to start a new craft project on your next Weekend at Home!

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Bucilla Felt Christmas Ornaments Kits

Visit the Seasonal & Holiday Kits section of the store to see our new selection of Bucilla felt Christmas ornament kits! Bucilla felt kits make it easy to create lasting handmade ornaments for your Christmas tree.

Decorating the Christmas tree is a cherished tradition for many families. Sorting through the Christmas ornaments is like taking a walk down memory lane. Making your own felt applique ornaments is a creative way to add to your collection of handmade Christmas ornaments.

The Gingerbread House Felt Christmas Ornaments Kit includes stamped felts, cotton embroidery floss, sequins, beads, needles, and complete instructions.

You'll create 6 classic holiday cookie ornaments with this creative felt embroidery kit. Ornament size is approx. 4" x 4".

Each kit includes materials to make 1 gingerbread house, 2 gingerbread kids, 1 frosted star, 1 decorated Christmas tree, and 1 candy cane with holly sprig.

The Teapots Felt Christmas Ornaments Kit includes materials to make a set of 8 charming felt ornaments designed by Mary Engelbreit. Each ornament is a unique teapot design. Ornament size is approx. 5" x 5".

Mary Engelbreit's trademark style shines through in these whimsical teapot ornament designs. Each kit includes 6 fanciful teapots, 1 santa teapot, and 1 snowman teapot.

Decorate your Christmas tree with these creative felt embroidery ornaments. You can also use them to decorate wreaths or to accent holiday gift packages.

The Santa Felt Christmas Ornaments Kit, also designed by Mary Engelbreit, includes materials to make 6 Santa ornaments (2 each of 3 ornament designs). Ornament size is approx. 5" x 6-1/4".

These old world Santa ornaments will be a festive addition to your Christmas tree decorations. Bucilla felt Christmas ornaments are made of quality materials and will stand the test of time.

You'll want to have a pair of sharp craft scissors on hand for cutting out your felt pieces. Some of the felt shapes are very small and require precise trimming. It's worth investing in a good pair of scissors for this task.

Once the holiday season is upon us, there's seems to be little time left for hand embroidery. Getting an early start on your felt Christmas kits ensures you'll be ready before the rush begins!

Visit the Seasonal & Holiday Kits section for details on these kits and to see our full selection of felt Christmas craft kits.

Shop at Weekend Kits today and be ready to create handmade Christmas ornaments on your next Weekend at Home!

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Mill Hill Beaded Cross Stitch Kits - New Designs!

Mill Hill Buttons & Beads Kits are counted cross stitch kits that you embellish with glass beads and a coordinating ceramic button. You'll find our newest Mill Hill kits in the Seasonal & Holiday Kits section of the store.

We've added three new beaded cross stitch kits from the 2009 autumn & winter series. It's easy to see why these new cross stitch designs are quickly becoming best sellers!


The Christmas Collage Beaded Stitch Kit is a new cross stitch design from Mill Hill's winter series collection. Buttons & Beads cross stitch kits include glass beads, ceramic button, 14 count painted perforated paper, embroidery floss, needles and chart with instructions. Design is 5" x 5".

Buttons & Beads kits include a unique ceramic button that complements the cross stitch design. Mill Hill's ceramic buttons are hand made in the USA. The Christmas Collage kit includes a red star button.

Christmas Cross Stitch Kit - Mistletoe


Mill Hill Buttons & Beads Kits include 14-count perforated paper, painted a color that matches the design. You can see the paper color by looking at the outside perimeter of the design. The painted paper conveniently becomes a designer 'mat' for your completed needle art.

The foundation medium is called perforated 'paper', but it's more substantial than regular paper. The perforated holes in the stitching paper are termed '14-count', which means there will be 14 stitches per inch.

To ensure good coverage across the design, it's typical to use 3 strands of embroidery floss when stitching on perforated paper. Mill Hill cross stitch kits include a design chart with instructions specific to each design, including floss color placement and number of strands.

The Fall Leaves Beaded Stitch Kit is a new beaded cross stitch design from Mill Hill's autumn series collection. It features a beautiful collection of fall leaves, embellished with color coordinated glass beads and a ceramic acorn button.

Coordinating Mill Hill Frames are also available for purchase in the store. These 8" x 8" solid color wood frames come with a dowel for easy display on any surface, such as a table or mantel.

Visit the Seasonal & Holiday Kits section for more details on these kits and to see our complete selection of Christmas craft kits. Have fun crafting for the holidays with Christmas cross stitch kits designed especially for the season!

See our entire selection of beaded cross stitch kits, for any time of the year, in the Embroidery Kits section of the store.

New to Cross Stitch?

Learn everything you need to know at About.com's Cross Stitch Basics page. This is a comprehensive resource for beginners to get started cross stitching with confidence.

Visit Weekend Kits today and be ready to start stitching on your next Weekend at Home!

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Colorful & Contemporary... Punch Needle Kits!

We have new kits in the Punch Needle Kits section of the store! It's easy to see why punch needle is gaining renewed popularity as a creative needleart craft. Punch needle embroidery is an easy craft to learn and kits make it easy for anyone to give it a try.

Contemporary punch needle kits are perfect for today's home decor. Here are 3 new designs from Dimensions that you won't want to miss!

The Tropical Fish Punch Needle Kit is a bright & colorful punch needle design. Kit includes foundation fabric with pre-printed design, cotton thread, and easy to follow instructions for beginners. Finished design measures 8" x 10".

You'll need a 3-strand punch tool and an embroidery hoop to complete your punch needle project. Dimensions offers an affordable punch needle tool that is designed to complement their punch needle kits.

Loops are created by pushing the threaded needle tip all the way down through the fabric and then pulling it back up just until the tip of the needle reappears. You'll simply repeat this push & pull motion to outline and fill in each area of the design.

The Single Butterfly Punch Needle Kit is a new two-tone design that is both contemporary & elegant. The smaller size of this design makes it an easy weekend craft project. You'll find that punch needle designs stitch up quickly as you develop your own rhythm.

This design requires a 6" embroidery hoop for stitching. It's important to secure your entire design within the hoop. Your foundation fabric should be taut inside the locked hoop, but the design should not be distorted. You will need to stop occasionally to retighten your fabric as your work.

The Asian Bamboo Punch Needle Kit uses two modern tones of green to create a simply beautiful design.

Your finished needleart will look lovely matted & framed for display in your home or for giving to a friend as a creative handmade gift.

Punch Needle Resource

The Dimensions Needlecrafts website offers articles to help beginners get started in punch needle embroidery. Visit the Punch Needle Tips section for advice on threading your needle, how to punch, using a hoop, and more!

Visit the Punch Needle Kits section to see our complete selection of punch needle kits, including a nice selection of both contemporary & traditional punch embroidery designs.

Explore a wide variety of creative craft kits at Weekend Kits, including kits for beginners and experienced crafters too. Visit today and be ready to start crafting on your next Weekend at Home!

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Mini Christmas Quilt Kits - Easy for Beginners!

You'll find new kits in the Seasonal & Holiday Kits section of the store! We've added to our selection of mini Christmas quilt kits with 3 new holiday designs from Quilt in a Day.

The Elvis Christmas Mini Quilt Kit features an envelope & notecard with "Season's Greetings from Elvis Presley".

Mini quilt kits include precut fabric strips, fussy cut picture, backing, batting, binding, magnet, and detailed instructions. The finished size is approx. 7-inches square.

This is an easy quilt kit for beginners looking for a complete quilt project with materials & step-by-step instructions. It's also a convenient kit for teaching others how to quilt.

For experienced quilters, mini quilt kits are a quick & easy last-minute gift giving idea. You can complete a mini magnet quilt in just 2 hours! Surprise a friend with a mini quilt made just for them.

Holiday Snowman Mini Quilt Kit

Mini quilt kits are a fun weekend craft project for families. You only need a sewing machine and some basic quilting supplies to get started making your mini quilts.

All of the fabric strips are precut and ready to sew. The fussy cut picture is on fusible web for easy application. And, the instructions are detailed & illustrated to eliminate guesswork.

They're an ideal quilt project for teaching children how to use a sewing machine and the small size makes them easy for children to manage. Kid's will be proud to display their finished mini quilts!

The Gingerbread Apron Mini Christmas Quilt Kit will warm up your kitchen with seasonal colors and a holiday baking theme.

A magnet in the cornerstone block makes it easy to display on any metal surface, including the kitchen refrigerator.

July is the perfect time of the year to start crafting for the holidays. Start now and you'll have a stack of mini quilts ready to deck the halls!

Visit the Seasonal & Holiday Kits section for details on these kits and to see our complete selection of holiday craft kits.

Explore a variety of easy quilt kits at Weekend Kits and be ready to start quilting for the holidays on your next Weekend at Home!

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Crewel Embroidery Kits - Needleart for the Home

Crewel embroidery is a style of free embroidery that uses a variety of different stitches and techniques. Crewel embroidery stitches follow an outline of the embroidery design applied to the foundation fabric.

We have three new Crewel Embroidery Kits from Dimensions to share with you today. These creative needlecraft kits make it easy to create beautiful hand embroidered needleart for your home. You'll find them in the Embroidery Kits section of the store!

The Hibiscus Flower - Crewel Embroidery Kit is an elegant crewel embroidery design. The kit includes wool & acrylic yarns, cotton thread, printed ivory homespun, needle, and easy instructions. The finished design size is 12" x 12".

The outline of the design is pre-printed on the fabric, eliminating the added steps of having to transfer the embroidery pattern before you can get started.

This traditional needleart design uses soft neutral tones, perfect for a formal living area or master bedroom suite.

The White Magnolias - Mini Crewel Embroidery Kit is a new crewel embroidery design from Dimensions with a finished size of 5" x 7". The smaller size makes this an easy hand embroidery kit to finish!

The thicker yarns used in crewelwork create a textured, dimensional effect. Crewel embroidery uses an interesting variety of stitches for outlining and filling in the design.

Common stitches include satin, stem, and couching. French knots are also used for added texture. Kits include detailed instructions and diagrams showing how to complete the embroidery stitches used in the design.

The contemporary appeal of this design will add a touch of casual elegance to your home decor.

Butterfly Duo - Mini Crewel Embroidery Kit

The Butterfly Duo is a mini embroidery design that uses cotton and metallic threads. The embroidery pattern and the decorative background design are preprinted on ivory sailcloth.

This colorful and artistic needleart design will add warmth to any room in your home. These mini stitch kits are also perfect for giving as a thoughtful house warming gift.

You'll need some basic embroidery supplies to get started, including an embroidery hoop, to hold the fabric securely while stitching, and embroidery scissors for snipping threads.

Visit the Embroidery Kits section to see our complete selection of crewel embroidery kits, stamped cross stitch kits, counted cross stitch kits, and more!

Explore a wide range of needlecraft kits at Weekend Kits and be ready to create hand embroidered needleart on your next Weekend at Home.

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