Learning to cut lines with scissors is a great fine-motor activity that sets kids up to have the hand control needed for writing.
This Santa-themed cutting line activity from Cinta + Co. is a great seasonal way to practice cutting … Read More...
Knit a Headband to Finish off the Year
Nancy Ricci has launched an impromptu knitalong of her Vanessa headband in remembrance of Pearl Chin, the owner of Knitty City in New York and community builder extraordinaire.
The intent is also to support Knitty City by encouraging people … Read More...
Snowflake Cross Stitch Pattern
These little snowflakes would be perfect to stitch in tiny frames and use to decorate gifts or as last-minute holiday ornaments. But of course winter is just starting in the top part of the world so you can stitch snowflakes … Read More...
Knit Mini Mitten Christmas Ornament
Since I shared a pattern for a tiny knit sweater Christmas ornament yesterday, why not a tiny mitten ornament today?
The Mitten Ornament by Jared Flood is really cute, with a tiny cable running up the middle. This might be … Read More...
Kwanzaa Kinara Cross Stitch Pattern
There don’t seem to be a lot of cross stitch patterns for Kwanzaa out there, but this simple design of a kinara (candleholder) is really pretty and a great one to stitch up ahead of the holiday.
The design features … Read More...
Knit a Little Sweater to Put on Your Tree
I love tiny knit things as ornaments for the holiday tree, and this little sweater called Cheers is a great option because it’s a blank slate.
This little top-down raglan is worked in the round and you can use whatever … Read More...
Cross Stitch Tree Sampler is Perfect for Card Making
I know it’s a little late in the season to be talking about making holiday cards, but if you’re on the last-minute train (you can always blame the post office, right?) I think the trees from this sampler would be … Read More...
Gingerbread Man Printable Book and Activity
Here’s a fun way to turn snack time into a fun learning activities for kids. The printable Gingerbread man book from A Dab of Glue will Do will get kids to read, write and follow directions all while they get … Read More...
This Fun Hat Will Help You Get in the Holiday Spirit
I know it’s hard for a lot of people to be really into the holidays this year but I hope that this time allows us to remember the little things that can make us happy despite all the weird.
A … Read More...
A Textured Hat to Knit for the Whole Family
I love the idea of knitting a bunch of coordinating hats for a family to wear in group pictures.
Bristlecone from Fancy Tiger Crafts is a great DK weight pattern that uses a slip stitch cable for easy texture and … Read More...
One Skein Cowl
This very easy cowl pattern is quick to make and can be whipped up with just one ball of yarn.
The puff stitches make a lovely textured fabric which is nice and warm. Ideal for keeping the chill off the … Read More...
A Quick Cozy Cowl to Knit
I’ve been focusing a lot on holiday specific knitting projects lately, but if you’re looking for gifts to knit that will carry the recipient through the year, it’s time to start thinking quick and easy projects with big yarn and … Read More...
Roll a Christmas Tree Printable Game
This printable Christmas tree game from Play Party Plan has kids decorate a tree according to rolls of the dice.
It includes different decorations and a list of numbers, so they can roll the dice and decorate the tree in … Read More...
Crochet Lavender Bags
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...
Knit a Classic Santa Hat
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...
Buddy the Elf Cross Stitch Pattern
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...
Festive Rose Knitting Pattern
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...
Hanukkah Coloring Pages to Download
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...
Knit a Funky Christmas Ball
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...
Merry Cowl Mas Knitting Pattern
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...