The blog article features the steps I took in cutting up old recycled T-shirts to make into T-shirt yarn
. From using the T-shirt yarn, I made an ottoman-like Pouf furniture. I even included a quick crochet pattern in … Read More...
Water Balloon Phonics Activity
If it’s hot where you live, you are probably look for some activities that will get kids outside and moving but also be fun when it is hot.
This water balloon phonics activity from Mess for Less is a great … Read More...
Sweet Marigold Sweater for Kids Knitting Pattern
Every year I try to knit my daughter a sweater for school. She doesn’t love sweaters as much as I do (and right now isn’t growing all that fast) so I’m not sure I’ll do one this year, but whenever … Read More...
Ice Cream Truck with babies Amigurumi Pattern for Toddlers!
I made a mini amigurumi Ice Cream Truck inspired by Summery/ Spring colours, meant for little toddler hands and it can house 2 mini amigurumis in it! There is even a small side window open on the truck for pretend … Read More...
Born to be Wild (Sort of)
If you like to party, but you also like to go to bed before the late shows, this is the cross-stitch pattern for you.
Designed by Snarky Art Company, it reminds visitors that you’re down for whatever, but not too … Read More...
Knit a Bralette for Lounging
I have a not-very-surprising confession to make: I hate bras.
I rarely wore them in the before times (since I work from home) and even less so now.
I do, however, love a knit bra for those times when I … Read More...
Crochet Pattern – Rainbow Woven Washcloth
This woven crochet rainbow washcloth or dishcloth is fun to make and so colorful and fun to use. You can see the full pattern here.
Learning Activities Using Pool Noodles
Pool noodles seem to be everywhere in the summer — even the grocery store and the dollar store — and while they’re fun to play with in the pool they’re also an interesting material to use in your learning activities.… Read More...
Lion Brand Unveils First Schitt’s Creek Inspired Knits
I was so excited to hear the Lion Brand Yarn was going to release patterns inspired by the beloved Canadian television show Schitt’s Creek, and the first ones were recently unveiled.
The Fold in the Cheese dish towel (of course!) … Read More...
Knit Tom Daley Mittens
KnittingLotta may be as fast a knitter as Tom Daley, as she’s already whipped up a pair of mittens inspired by the Olympian.
These Tom Daley mitts include the Olympic rings on one and knit pictures of Daley on … Read More...
Howl’s Moving Castle Cross Stitch Pattern
We recently finished reading the book Howl’s Moving Castle
with our daughter, so this Howl’s Moving Castle cross-stitch pattern caught my eye.
It features Howl and Sophie in a meadow with a shooting star overhead (of course!).
It’s 135 by … Read More...
Knit a Cropped Twin Set for Summer and Beyond
I guess now that it’s August it’s time to start thinking more about knitting for fall and winter, but there are lots of great projects those of us in the warmer part of the world can knit now and enjoy … Read More...
Burger House Cross-Stitch Pattern
The funny house patterns Mollie Johanson has been putting out this year at Wild Olive are so cute, and this burger house is no exception.
The top bun is the rooms while the toppings make the details of the building. … Read More...
Knit a Sweater (Sort of) Like Tom Daley’s
By now you’ve probably seen the amazing Olympics sweater Tom Daley was knitting during his time in Tokyo. From what I can gather from pictures, it looks like he did the colorwork — a class British Olympic team logo and … Read More...
Halloween Dog Sweater Knitting Patterns
Admittedly this knitting pattern roundup is a little niche, but if you have a dog, and your dog wears sweaters, why not knit them an adorable Halloween themed sweater?
And if you have a dog that doesn’t wear sweaters, isn’t … Read More...
Beautiful Landscapes to Cross Stitch
The Stitch Patterns has an amazing beautiful set of 10 landscape cross stitch patterns you can stitch up to make a whole wall of art to fuel your wanderlust.
There are mountains, beaches and ocean views in different colors. The … Read More...
Clove Socks are Perfect for Yoga and Dance
I’ve never actually knit a pair of socks without toes or a heel, but I know they are great for people who do activities like yoga, Pilates and dance who might want a little warmth for their feet but still … Read More...
Magnetic Force Tank Top Knitting Pattern
I have been seeing this pattern all over Instagram and I’m definitely tempted to get this slink tank top on my needles for the sweltering part of summer.
The Magnetic Force Tank Top by Not Your Grandma’s Knits is a … Read More...
Olympics Inspired Nature Crafts
Take the Olympics outside and make some natural crafts with an Olympic theme.
KC Edventures has a pretty idea for making the Olympic rings with natural materials. Check out the post to see what they used for each of the … Read More...
Crochet Drawstring Bag
This fun crochet drawstring bag pattern will be your new go-to bag around town. Whether you’re meeting some friends for lunch or relaxing on the beach, this DIY drawstring bag will carry everything you want to bring along for the … Read More...