I haven’t knit a single top this summer but that doesn’t stop me from looking at a lot of them and wanting to knit them.
The Lexa Top from Hanna Maciejewska is a sort of boxy top with lace detailing … Read More...
Indoor Activities for Kids Stuck at Home
I know my daughter is pretty done with being home all the time, and we’re doing some “mom camp” type activities to try to get her off the computer and doing some creative things.
Sun Hats & Wellie Boots has … Read More...
A Sweet Little Vest Knitting Pattern for Summer
I don’t really wear vests in the summer, but it is a great time for them because sometimes you just need a little extra layer that doesn’t add a whole lot of hear.
The Raincheck vest by Elizabeth Smith is … Read More...
Summer Cross Stitch Design
I found this free summer cross stitch design from Modern Home Decor the other day and it would be so cute in a beach house or by the door to the garden, or even on a pillow.
The design features … Read More...
Need Alternatives to Ravelry for Buying Patterns?
Since Ravelry changed its site design last month, making it unusable for some people (and it’s unknown when or if those issues will be fixed) many people are looking for alternatives to Ravelry for buying and selling patterns.
Promised Fibers … Read More...
Multiplication Bingo for One Printable Game
If you have a kiddo learning multiplication who needs practice this summer (or any other time) these printable multiplication bingo cards are a great resource.
They’re from Super Fun Printables, and they are actually a game that a kid can … Read More...
Super Quick and Free Headband Knitting Pattern
This time of year you might not feel like knitting full garments. Or maybe you just want to get rid of a little leftover yarn or make a quick accessory to go with an outfit (we still need to look … Read More...
Beach Holiday Cross Stitch Pattern
I was looking for summer themed cross stitch patterns the other day and I came across this cute trio of beach holiday inspired cross stitch patterns from the World in Stitches.
The first is a sandcastle, then a beach … Read More...
Lunar Fade Shawl Knitting Pattern
I’m always hesitant about mystery knitalongs. I know they can be a lot of fun, but I don’t know if there are many designers I trust to design something I know I will like and want to knit, sight unseen.… Read More...
A Summer Cross Stitch Pattern Freebie
Pickle Barrel Designs released a fun new freebie summer cross stitch pattern that is a great little project for the season.
Summer Fun was shared on their Facebook page and features summer bunting, the sun and some cute ice cream … Read More...
A Top Knitting Pattern Designed with Summer in Mind
Jacqueline Cieslack’s Sol knit top was developed for a collection celebrating the summer solstice, and it’s just the thing to knit and wear at the height of summer.
It’s a cropped (though there’s an option for a full-length version as … Read More...
Black Lives Matter Cross Stitch Pattern Set
I found another great Black Lives Matter cross stitch pattern, and this one is a fundraiser, too.
BraveLittleBuckaroo designed this pattern set, with a Black Lives Matter hoop and a smaller BLM logo that could be used as a … Read More...
emPower People Knitting Pattern
Have you heard about emPower People? It’s a craftivism effort aimed at sparking engagement and conversation around social justice issues.
The group was co-founded by Diane of Lady Dye Yarns, designer Casapinka, Laverne of BzyPeach, and … Read More...
“Certain Assets” of Bluprint Acquired by TN Marketing
Update 7/8/2020: In an email sent on July 7, Cal Franklin, CEO and President of TN Marketing, said his company is bringing back the Craftsy brand with a new website set to launch in September.
“This will be a seamless … Read More...
Easy Printable Fourth of July Scavenger Hunt
Odds are good you might not be having the Fourth of July celebrations that you normally would this year. We always have a cookout and shoot fireworks in the backyard, and we will probably still do that, but without all … Read More...
A Great Summer Sock Knitting Pattern
Since I have been home so much this summer I haven’t been wearing a lot of socks, but I do love short socks to wear around the house this time of year.
The Dambisa Socks from Bigger than Life Knits … Read More...
Pineapple Cross Stitch Pattern for Summer
I actually don’t know when pineapple season is, but pineapples are a fruit that reminds me of summer and tropical locations we all wish we were able to visit right now.
Stitching this pineapple cross stitch pattern from a Feathered … Read More...
Knit a Summer Top with Your Perfect Fit
Purchased garments, and even purchased knitting patterns, can only go so far in actually fitting the wide range of bodies that are out there in the world.
Not everyone wants to take the time to alter patterns or knows what … Read More...
True North Cross-Stitch Pattern
Here’s another cute freebie in honor (honour?) of Canada Day.
Wee Little Stitches made this Canada cross stitch pattern to celebrate the nation’s 150th birthday, but it’s great for any Canada Day or any day you want to celebrate the … Read More...
Canada Day Bingo Card Printable
July 1 is Canada Day
, and it’s a fun day to celebrate even if you don’t live in Canada (it’s a nice warmup to Fourth of July in America, too!).
Living Life and Learning has a cute Canada Day … Read More...