As the end of the school year comes along, it’s a great time to stop and recognize the kids for making it through this truly weird year. If you don’t already do end-of-the-year awards, these ribbon style printable awards from … Read More...
Take a Break with the Break in the Tide Shawl
Tif Neilan’s A Break in the Tide Shawl looks more complicated than it is.
It looks like blocks of brioche and Garter Stitch, but instead of brioche it’s actually Fisherman’s Rib, an alternative that gives a similar look but is … Read More...
Mosaic and Stripes Play in this Fun Shawl Knitting Pattern
Mosaic knitting is a lot of fun, but like any other knitting technique its even more fun when you combine it with other techniques for a more layered effect.
The Room with a View Shawl by maliha designs uses stripes … Read More...
This Dropped Stitch Cowl is a Great Project for Spring
I love scarves and shawls and often wear mine throughout the year, but it is nice to have a few knit accessories that are made for the warmer months.
The Alcea Cowl by Hannah Maier for Knit Picks is just … Read More...
Patriotic Houses Cross Stitch Trio
It’s the season for classic Americana designs, and these patriotic houses in cross stitch are a lovely addition to your collection if you have one.
Sold by Waxing Moon Designs, the houses feature words and American symbols like the flag, … Read More...
Memorial Day Printables
Looking for some easy activities to do with kids for Memorial Day?
These printables from Thought Co. are quick and easy to use at school or with kids at home.
There’s a vocabulary sheet, word search, crossword puzzle, quiz, an … Read More...
Knit a Cowl Inspired by the Garden
The Wise Weeds pattern from Catherine Clark just reminds me of the garden.
It’s a deep colorwork cowl covered with floral motifs and designs related to medicinal herbs, including nettles, red clover, skullcap, fennel, fenugreek, raspberry leaf and chasteberry. These … Read More...
Cross Stitch for the Wild Places
Steve Irwin
is an icon of natural exploration and protecting and preserving wild places and the creatures who live there.
Two Little Kits has a sweet Steve Irwin cross-stitch pattern about the importance of saving wild places.
It’s a pay … Read More...
6 Fingerless Mitt Knitting Patterns
Fingerless mitts are a great way to keep your hands warm without sacrificing your ability to use your fingers. Whether you’re typing on a computer, texting on your phone, or knitting your own fingerless mitts, these versatile hand warmers are … Read More...
Patriotic Yoga to Get Kids Moving
Yoga is a fun and easy way to get a little movement in for kids while also helping them calm down.
This patriotic yoga series from Pink Oatmeal includes a handful of simple yoga poses like the Uncle Sam (mountain), … Read More...
Book Review: Adorable Knitted Animals
I’m just going to say up front that Adorable Knitted Animals by Hiroko Ibuki 
is not for beginning knitters. There are some relatively easy projects, but even the simplest designs have a lot of pieces and require a lot of … Read More...
American Flag Trivia Cootie Catcher
Kids in elementary school seem to go through a cootie catcher (or fortune teller) phase, where they are always folding up these little designs and making up their own games.
This cootie catcher printable from Red Ted Art includes American … Read More...
Sweet Land of Liberty Cross Stitch
This sweet cross stitch pattern is a perfect thing to stitch for Memorial Day or any other patriotic holiday.
It features a colonial-looking house, flowers, flags and the phrase Sweet Land of Liberty.
It was designed by Cherry Hill Stitchery … Read More...
Get Cozy with the Warmth Shawl
If you’re in the part of the world where the weather is getting colder instead of warmer (or you’re the type who always gets cold in air conditioning), you might need to knit a Warmth shawl.
Designed by Safiyyah Talley, … Read More...
Clean Up in Style with this Dishcloth Knitting Pattern
Did you know that spring cleaning is actually a great excuse to do more knitting?
If you don’t believe me, check out the Lily Gridlock dishcloth pattern from Yarnspirations.
This fun cloth is sure to get you actually wanting to … Read More...
Tea, Love and Cross Stitch
There’s not much better than settling down with some tea and cross stitch!
This cute design from Happiness is Cross Stitching celebrates the love of a good drink and a fun project at our side. You can make the cup … Read More...
Memorial Day Activities Flip Book
Learning about Memorial Day is important for kids to help them understand about the sacrifices some people have made for our country and different ways to honor and support the military.
Elementary Nest has a printable learning and activity flip … Read More...
Get Graphic with the Thisaway Shawl Knitting Pattern
Sometimes you just want a project that’s easy but maybe doesn’t look as easy as it is. Carissa Browning’s Thisaway Shawl is one of those projects.
It’s a super clever design that uses a variation on an afterthought heel to … Read More...
Easy Sock Knitting Patterns
People who knit socks will tell you that handknit socks are just about the best thing ever. They are cozy, you can make them to fit your feet perfectly and you can customize them with the colors and patterns you … Read More...
Darn Good Yarn Unicorn Scissors
Part of the fun of stitching is having some whimsical accessories in your work basket, so why not add a bit of fun with these unicorn scissors from Darn Good Yarn?
These heavy, premium-quality, 4-inch scissors are coated with a … Read More...