I don’t know what dance these skeletons are doing but it looks like they are having a good time.
This pattern from Cross Stitch For You is worked all in one color, and you could totally just stitch one skeleton … Read More...
Inside-Out Witch Doll Knitting Pattern
Inside out dolls are so fun to play with, and they’re interesting to knit, too.
This Halloween witch is a pumpkin on one side and a witch on the other, and cute whichever way you look at her.
The design … Read More...
Many People Have Eaten Here…
This snarky kitchen cross stitch seems a little like a Halloween decoration, but of course you can keep it up all year or gift it (as a “gag” gift?) to a friend who is not the best at cooking.
Note: … Read More...
Ghost Rockets STEM Project
Kids love things that explode and/or fly, and these ghost rockets from Mom Brite are a fun Halloween STEM project that does a little bit of both.
Using film canisters (she has a link to buy them in case you … Read More...
Knit Spiderweb Pillow
Spider webs are nature’s own Halloween decorations, and this cool pattern allows you to knit your own to make a pillow, wall hanging or other decoration for the season.
The pattern is worked in worsted weight yarn from the center … Read More...
Calling All Witches Cross Stitch Pattern
This cute little coven is all ready for you to stitch up for Halloween.
The All the Witches pattern from Tiny Modernist features four witches and their cauldron of brew. They each have a spooky item to help them with … Read More...
Who Needs to Knit an Owl?
Honestly, the answer is probably no one needs to knit an owl, but that’s not exactly the point, is it?
These adorable owls would be perfect for you fall and winter decor. I doubt you’ll be able to resist making … Read More...
Glow in the Dark Egg Experiment
If you’ve been around the kids’ learning activity world for a while, you’ve probably seen experiments involving dissolving the shell of an egg. (If you haven’t, soaking an egg in vinegar dissolves the shell but the membrane stay intact, giving … Read More...
Mad Hatter Cat Cross Stitch Pattern
I guess Alice in Wonderland isn’t really a Halloween story but some of the characters can be a little creepy, so it fits.
This Mad Hatter cross-stitch pattern reimagines the hatter as a cat, which, why not?
It’s a really … Read More...
Knit Hats with Ghosts or Spiders
These hats are really too cute to be creepy, even if you don’t like spiders. The Ghosts and Widows pattern from Ewe Ewe Yarns has options for covering the hat with little spiders (OK, they only have six legs each, … Read More...
Let’s Go Do Fall Stuff
It’s fall here in the Northern Hemisphere (can I get a FINALLY!?) so it’s time for all the fall crafting, cozy sweaters and warm beverages.
And doing autumn stuff.
(Yes it says something other than stuff here but you could … Read More...
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Knit Picks has long been one of my favorite online yarn retailers, because they have a great variety of yarns at good prices.
Now through Sunday, Sept. 26 (at 11:59 pm Pacific time), you can save even more with 20 … Read More...
Moving Forward Cowl Knitting Pattern
This pretty cowl has a pretty neat message behind it, too. The Moving Forward Cowl from Jennifer Berg is full of colorwork that shows a lot of motion. She says the idea behind the cowl was that even after all … Read More...
Knit a Barrister’s Wig for Halloween
A handknit wig can add a bit of extra fun to a Halloween costume, and there are a lot of great knit wig patterns out there. This barrister’s wig is designed by Lauren Hammer and it would be a fun … Read More...
Tomb Sweet Tomb Halloween Cross Stitch Pattern
Around Halloween time maybe you don’t want to declare your place is home sweet home. Maybe instead it’s tomb sweet tomb.
This spooky cross-stitch pattern from White Raven Patterns has a circle of sculls and scroll work around those words.… Read More...
Pumpkin Life Cycle Project
Lots of teachers use this time of year to talk about the plant life cycle relative to the growth of pumpkins, but why not take it even further and explore how pumpkins (and other plants) decay?
Rot is kind of … Read More...
Brioche Goes Sashiko in This Fun Knit Throw
The new issue of Knitty dropped the other day, and this pattern caught my eye so I needed to share it with you.
Sashiko Scallops by Kimberly Kalnoki is a pretty two-color thrown inspired by Japanese embroidery and worked in … Read More...
Knit a Scrubby Shaped Like a Witch Hat
It’s fun to have not only decor that matches a given holiday but accessories like washcloths and towels, too. Somehow doing the dishes is a little more fun when you’ve got a dishcloth with a pumpkin on it, or, in … Read More...
Spooky Sound Experiments
There are a lot of spooky sounds to go with the spooky sights of Halloween, and it can be fun to try to make your own scary sounds at home or in the classroom.
One Time Through has a great … Read More...
Ghosts Aren’t as Scary as Grandkids
I’m sharing this one mostly because it made me laugh, and it think it would be a great one to stitch for your favorite granny (especially if your kiddos are a little wild).
Alita Designs has this design, which is … Read More...