Crafty Frog

07/06/2026

👑 KING'S BIRTHDAY PUBLIC HOLIDAY 👑

Just a reminder that Crafty Frog will be closed on Monday 8 June 2026 for the King's Birthday Public Holiday.

We hope you enjoy the long weekend and perhaps find a little extra time for quilting, knitting, crochet, stitching, weaving, or simply planning your next creative project.

There's something special about a winter long weekend — a warm drink, a comfortable chair, and a project you've been meaning to start (or finish!).

If you need supplies for the weekend, be sure to visit us before Monday.

Browse online anytime:
https://www.craftyfrog.com.au/

What project will you be working on over the long weekend?

05/06/2026

Looking for a perfectly coordinated batik collection without the hassle of choosing individual fabrics?

Our new **Majestic Batik Australia 5" Charm Pack** solves that problem for you.

Featuring **40 pre-cut 5" squares** from **20 stunning coordinating batik fabrics**, this beautiful collection brings together rich sapphire blues, vibrant pinks, regal purples, lush greens and warm golden tones in one convenient pack.

Perfect for quilts, table runners, bags, wall hangings and patchwork projects, these premium batiks have been carefully selected to complement each other beautifully. Just open the pack and start creating.

✨ 40 Pre-Cut 5" Squares
✨ 20 Coordinating Fabrics
✨ 2 Squares of Each Design

Available now at Crafty Frog.

https://www.craftyfrog.com.au/majestic-batik-australia-5-charm-pack

04/06/2026

🧦 Friday Freebie – Paint Gradient Socks!

Looking for your next knitting project?

This week's Friday Freebie is a beautiful Paint Gradient Socks Pattern, designed specifically for Laines du Nord Paint Gradient Sock Yarn.

The magic of this yarn is in the colour transitions. Simply knit and watch the shades flow naturally to create a stunning pair of socks without changing yarns or managing multiple colours.

Made in Italy, Paint Gradient Sock Yarn is soft, colourful and perfect for knitters who love seeing a project transform row by row.

🎁 Download the FREE pattern here:
https://www.craftyfrog.com.au/free-pattern-download-paint-gradient-socks

🧶 Browse the Paint Gradient Sock Yarn collection:
https://www.craftyfrog.com.au/paint-gradient-sock-yarn

Whether you're treating yourself or knitting a handmade gift, this free pattern is the perfect excuse to cast on something new this weekend.

Which colourway would you choose first?

Shop now at Crafty Frog.

04/06/2026

🧶 Friday Freebie – Lennox V-Neck Cardigan

Step back in time with this week's Friday Freebie!

The Lennox V-Neck Cardigan is a timeless men's design inspired by a classic 1940s Patons archive pattern. Featuring a traditional V-neck, textured stitch pattern and button-front styling, it's the sort of garment that never goes out of fashion.

Whether you're knitting for yourself, a partner, father, son or friend, this is a project that combines vintage style with modern Australian Merino wool.

🎁 Download the FREE pattern
https://www.craftyfrog.com.au/free-pattern-download-patons-lennox-v-neck-cardiga

🧶 Shop Patons Totem Merino 8 Ply
https://www.craftyfrog.com.au/patons-totem-merino-8-ply

Why we love it:

✔ Classic 1940s heritage design
✔ Knitted in Australian Merino wool
✔ Sizes S–XXL included
✔ Timeless wardrobe staple
✔ Free pattern download

Patons Totem Merino 8 Ply has been a favourite of Australian knitters for generations, offering warmth, softness and excellent stitch definition for garments you'll treasure for years.

Download the pattern and cast on your next heirloom project today.

Shop now at Crafty Frog.

04/06/2026

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🐸 Back in Stock – Naturally Loyal 8 Ply!

Some of our most popular colours of Naturally Loyal 8 Ply have just arrived back at Crafty Frog — and if you've used this yarn before, you'll know why knitters keep coming back for it.

Made from 100% New Zealand wool, Naturally Loyal combines softness, warmth and durability in a beautifully balanced 8 ply yarn. It's machine washable, easy to work with, and ideal for everything from everyday garments and accessories through to baby knits and cosy winter projects.

If you've ever struggled to find a wool yarn that is:
✔ Warm but not bulky
✔ Soft enough for regular wear
✔ Hard-wearing enough for everyday use
✔ Available in rich, classic colours
..Naturally Loyal is worth a look.

We've restocked the most popular shades, and if your favourite colour isn't currently on the shelf, we can usually obtain it on request.

🧶 100% New Zealand Wool
🧶 105m per 50g ball
🧶 DK / 8 Ply
🧶 Machine Washable

Shop now:
https://www.craftyfrog.com.au/naturally-loyal-8-ply

04/06/2026

⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Your kind words mean the world to us! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

A huge thank you to everyone who has taken the time to leave a review for Crafty Frog. Running a small independent craft store is a labour of love, and hearing that we've helped inspire your next project makes all the hard work worthwhile.

Recent feedback from our wonderful customers includes:

💬 Michael J.
"They have everything you need for knitting and thread related projects. Very friendly and helpful staff. Highly recommend."

💬 Jennifer P.
"Laura and her staff are amazing. They have fantastic customer service and are very knowledgeable. I love this shop."

💬 Sarkule1
"Great range of yarn at good prices. The staff are really helpful and friendly."

💬 Alice F.
"We came here with the kids as total beginners looking to start some crochet projects. The staff were so friendly and helpful and spent lots of time helping us work out what we needed. Great range of products as well. We'll definitely be back."

Whether you're an experienced maker or picking up your first crochet hook, we're always happy to help.

Thank you for supporting local and being part of the Crafty Frog community. 💚🐸

📍 Shop 4, 107 Marconi Crescent, Kambah ACT
🛒 https://www.craftyfrog.com.au

03/06/2026

30/05/2026

Ever fallen in love with a feature fabric, only to struggle finding coordinates that actually work with it?

It's one of the most common frustrations in quilting and patchwork. You find the perfect focal print, but the supporting fabrics either compete for attention or disappear completely.

That's exactly the problem that **Halcyon Tonals by Jason Yenter** were designed to solve.

Created for **In The Beginning Fabrics**, these beautifully textured tonal blenders provide depth, movement and colour without overwhelming your design. They add richness and visual interest while allowing your feature fabrics to remain the star of the project.

Whether you're looking for the perfect background, border, sashing, blender or stash-builder, Halcyon Tonals are the kind of fabrics you'll reach for again and again.

Featuring rich painterly textures and layered colour effects, these fabrics work beautifully in quilts, bags, home décor projects and modern patchwork designs.

🎨 Designed by the internationally acclaimed **Jason Yenter**
🧵 Produced by **In The Beginning Fabrics**
💜 Beautiful colours including Teal, Blue, Aqua, Purple, Magenta and Grape

If you're building a fabric stash, these are the workhorses you'll be glad you bought.

Shop the collection now at Crafty Frog.
https://www.craftyfrog.com.au/halcyon-tonals-fabric-collection-by-jason-yenter

Which colour would you use first?

30/05/2026

CRAFTY FROG WILL BE CLOSED ON MONDAY 1 JUNE 2026
As National Reconciliation Week comes to a close, we're reflecting on the beauty of Australian storytelling through colour, texture and handmade creativity.
Threads connect more than fabric. They connect stories, memories, traditions and people.
From native florals and earthy bush tones to fabrics inspired by our landscapes and skies, these collections celebrate the richness and diversity of Australia through craft.
Whether you quilt, stitch, knit or create, handmade traditions have always brought people together — around tables, across generations and within communities.
Explore some of our favourite Australian-inspired collections:
🧵 Baiame's Spirit
https://www.craftyfrog.com.au/baiame-s-spirit-fabric-collection
🧵 Colours of Australia
https://www.craftyfrog.com.au/colours-of-australia-fabric-collection
🧵 Wanderlust
https://www.craftyfrog.com.au/wanderlust-fabric-collection
🧵 Australian Natives
https://www.craftyfrog.com.au/fabric-australian-natives-103-flowers
What colours remind you most of Australia?