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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Now more than ever I think most of us who knit or do other fiber arts are aware of their mental health benefits. We see a reduction in stressful feelings, an ability to control something, which can be powerful, and … Read More...
Eid is a holiday about breaking the fast and celebrating community, so these little lantern treat boxes are perfect for giving a little sweet or other treat to family and friends.
(Lanterns are a symbol of Ramadan, as they light … Read More...
While Memorial Day is an American holiday particular to honoring soldiers who have died in service of their country, it’s a fine time to break out all the patriotic decor for the summer that can stay up through Flag Day … Read More...
Eid al-Fitr, the celebration of the breaking of the fast after the holy month of Ramadan, is coming up May 12, and whether you are of Muslim faith or just want to learn more about different cultures, this Eid coloring … Read More...
If you’re a knitter who wants to mimic storebought looks with your projects (or you knit for a teen who’s interested in what’s trendy) the Billie Zip sweater from Knitwear by Joan might be just the thing for you.
It’s … Read More...
I love the Moonlight Sleeveless Top from Rain and Bolt. It’s a classic sleeveless top with a bit of a cowl neck and elongated stitches on the bodice and at the bottom to add contrast to the Stockinette Stitch body.… Read More...
If I had more time for knitting right now I would definitely be knitting all the short-sleeved and sleeveless tops for spring and summer. Instead I’m just sharing all the things I want to knit with you, so someday when … Read More...
If you’re looking for a Mother’s Day writing activity for older kids, check out these Mother’s Day story prompts from Woo Jr.
They include things like “a great mother is…” “if my mom and I switched places” and “one thing … Read More...
Looking for an easy and cute baby blanket knitting pattern? Here’s a bunch of great ones you can grab from Etsy!
Looking for more Baby Knitting patterns? Check out these designs on Sirdar’s website.
Daisy Gray Knits designed this simple … Read More...
Knitters tend to love fancy stitch patterns and embellishments on projects, but making something that looks cute doesn’t have to involve a lot of fancy stitchwork. In fact, there’s a lot you can do just with Garter Stitch.
That’s the … Read More...
This monochrome cross-stitch pattern for Mother’s Day has a really sweet sentiment.
Home is Where Mom is, designed by XStitchbyTA on Etsy, was designed to be stitched all in black, but you can use whatever color you like. You could … Read More...
Asking kids questions about their parents and grandparents can be a lot of fun and a funny way to capture their thoughts at different ages.
Mrs. Thompson’s Treasures has free printable all about mom worksheets, with options for all about … Read More...
