These crochet lavender bags are perfect handmade gifts for so many reasons! They are quick and easy to make, they are a great way to use up leftover yarn, and best of all they smell amazing!
They are so quick … Read More...
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by Sarah White
These crochet lavender bags are perfect handmade gifts for so many reasons! They are quick and easy to make, they are a great way to use up leftover yarn, and best of all they smell amazing!
They are so quick … Read More...
by Sarah White
There’s something about the iconic Santa stocking hat that is irresistible. Everyone raised in a culture where Santa is a thing recognizes it, but it’s also just a solid warm and cozy option if you happen to live somewhere that’s … Read More...
by Sarah White
I feel like I’m the last adult on earth who has never watched “Elf” (ok, second to last, because I know my husband hasn’t either) but even I am familiar with Buddy’s feelings about the holiday and the best way … Read More...
by Sarah White
This sweet festive rose from Ambah O’Brien is pretty any time of year, but wouldn’t it be lovely to gift as a brooch pinned to a knit scarf or cowl? Or used as a decoration on a gift bag or … Read More...
by Sarah White
Whether you need something to entertain the kids while the Hanukkah preparations are happening or you want to introduce the holiday and its symbols to kids who don’t know about it yet, these Hanukkah coloring pages are super cute.
They … Read More...
by Sarah White
This Christmas ball knitting pattern from Shiny Superhero has a retro feel and is a great way to use up odds and ends of yarn.
The Fab Ball is worked with fingering weight yarn in a variety of colors. Usually … Read More...
by Sarah White
Of course holiday knitting patterns don’t have to be knit in holiday colors, or even at the holidays, but if you’re looking to knit something fun for your holiday Zoom calls, check out the Merry Cowl Mas pattern from Safiyyah … Read More...
by Sarah White
This deer is decked out for the holidays with snowflakes on his body and ornaments dangling from his antlers.
This would be a great project to stitch up for someone who loves hunting or the outdoors, and you can make … Read More...
by Sarah White
This Christmas season, make that special child in your life smile and giggle with a Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer amigurumi doll, made with love by you! And he’s very kid friendly, with eyes made of soft felt, so there … Read More...
by Sarah White
If you want to teach your kids about Hanukkah but aren’t Jewish yourself, it can be hard to know where to start or to make sure you are telling them the right things.
These printable Hanukkah vocabulary cards from Class … Read More...
by Sarah White
If you want to add a handmade touch to your Christmas tree, why not knit a tree skirt?
This design from Handy Little Me is as easy a knit tree skirt could possibly be because it’s a rectangle that you … Read More...
by Sarah White
I always love Berroco’s Minutia patterns, a little collection of tiny sweaters for holiday decorating.
A few ideas on how to use them:
by Sarah White
This is a simple crochet pattern that can be completed in just one day. use scrap yarn to make this adorable object. A great stocking stuffer for anyone who does needlework.
Looking for more Christmas themed Crochet Patterns? Check out … Read More...
by Sarah White
I shared this pattern for a knit dreidel from Knit Simple magazine several years ago, but it’s worth sharing again because it’s pretty cute and really easy to knit with a bit of scrap yarn.
Use different weights of yarn … Read More...
by Sarah White
The combination of cultural traditions and crafts is a great way to help kids learn about things that might otherwise be new to them. This origami Hanukkah garland from Moms and Crafters is a fun way to get kids practicing … Read More...
by Sarah White
As a knitter, I have a special fondness for llamas, and they creep into lots of different craft projects these days.
This Happy Llamakah cross stitch pattern from the Stranded Stitch puts a Hanukkah spin on the llama craze. It … Read More...
by Sarah White
Holiday greetings with a bit of snark to them are my favorite, so I couldn’t resist sharing this Get Lit menorah cross-stitch pattern from Basic Stitches Design.
It’s the perfect thing for someone who celebrates Hanukkah and has a sense … Read More...
by Sarah White
I don’t know why we stopped wearing leg warmers. Those little sweaters for the bottom of your legs are great from days when it’s super chilly out, and they’re great to wear under pajamas or under leggings when lounging around … Read More...
by Sarah White
I love dreidels. It’s a fun word to say, a fun song to sing, and a cool graphic element to add to all sorts of crafty projects.
This cross-stitch dreidel pattern from the Frosted Pumpkin Stitchery is so lovely and … Read More...
by Sarah White
Well this might be the cutest Hanukkah craft I’ve ever seen. The O Hanukkah sweater from My Savannah Cottage is super cute and full of holiday symbols like menorahs, dreidels and stars of David.
It’s worked with both stranded colorwork … Read More...