Somehow even though it is almost July I haven’t knit any summer tops yet this year. If it gets hot where you live you might want to check out the Seasons Change top from Melanie Reinert.
This simple tank top … Read More...
A Sweet Canada Day Cross-Stitch Pattern
Sometimes we lose Canada Day (July 1) in the rush to the Fourth of July, but let’s take some time to celebrate America’s neighbors to the north.
Tiny Modernist released this cute Canada Day cross stitch pattern a few years … Read More...
Make Pop Rockets for the Fourth of July
Everyone (except dogs, maybe?) seems to love fireworks around the Fourth of July, and here’s a cool pop rocket you can make with kids which isn’t exactly a firework but can help get you into that spirit.
You can find … Read More...
Cross-Stitch a Patriotic Pillow
I like patriotic craft projects that feel like they aren’t too seasonal to keep out all summer or even all year.
This 1776 pillow design (do a search on the page for 1776 to find it) from Samplers and Santas … Read More...
Ravelry’s New Look Knocked for Accessibility Issues
Update 2/17/2021: Back in September Ravelry announced an option to reduce motion on graphics on the site, which aims to help people who were having problems when viewing the site.
They also released Herdwick Mode, a skin of the … Read More...
A Simple Top to Knit in Many Colors
There are so many great little mini skein packs or samplers of yarn that you can buy, but it can sometimes be hard to figure out what to do with those little balls of yarn.
This knit T-shirt pattern from … Read More...
First Fall Knitty is Here
I know it’s just barely officially summer, but we knitters need time to make things before we can wear them, so it might be almost time to start thinking about fall knitting, or at least those pieces that help us … Read More...
A Cross Stitch Freebie for the Fourth of July
Here’s another quick and cute Fourth of July cross stitch pattern from Alita Designs.
This one has a little bit of a flag motif and holiday greetings, and would be cute on a dish towel or another project used during … Read More...
A Sweet Short-Sleeved Sweater Knitting Pattern
This feels like a project that you could wear throughout the year in different ways: on top of dresses in the spring and summer, under a jacket or on top of a long-sleeved shirt in fall and winter.
Windkissed by … Read More...
Talking about Race with the National Museum of African American History
The National Museum of African American History and Culture recently launched a web portal called Talking about Race, which includes lots of great information for talking to kids or educating yourself about race and racism in the United States.… Read More...
A Cozy Cardigan Knitting Pattern for Staying at Home
I basically live in a cardigan all the time when I’m at home (I even call it my housecoat), but after months of wearing the same storebought sweater every day I’m thinking about knitting myself a few more so I … Read More...
Use All Your Scraps on This Fun Blanket Knitting Pattern
I feel like the longer we are all home the more we want to use as much of the yarn we have in the house as possible. If you’ve got a bunch of scraps to burn through, might I suggest … Read More...
A Textured Sweater Knitting Pattern to Get You Ready for Winter
I know I’ve been writing a lot about summer knits lately, so how about something for our friends who are heading into winter?
The Simone Pullover by Gavriella Treminio is worked top down and in the round. It features bobbles … Read More...
Learn How to Knit Your Perfect T
There are so many great T-shirt and top knitting patterns out there, but sometimes you want something that’s a little more custom without having to totally write the pattern yourself.
If you’ve ever wanted to turn your favorite purchased T-shirt … Read More...
Stitch People Summer Projects
I love these little Fourth of July and summer cross-stitch designs from Stitch People.
This collection includes a Statue of Liberty, people holding flags, fireworks, a grill and accessories, kitchen aprons and a kid-sized Uncle Sam costume.
These can be … Read More...
Crochet Bobble Round Pillow
This crochet DIY pattern teaches you how to make your very own boho round pillow! It makes the perfect project for any yarn, and even gives you tips on how to make different sizes of pillows, so you can … Read More...
Happy Fourth of July Cross Stitch Pattern
Since I’m mostly a knitter, I love any kind of craft with a fiber-producing animal involved, so I couldn’t help but share this Fourth of July cross-stitch pattern from Tiny Modernist.
I mean, it’s really cute anyway, but the sheep … Read More...
A Squishy Shawl Knitting Pattern with a Bit of Mosaic
If Sun Come is a new shawl pattern by Amy Christoffers, and it looks like the kind of simple knitting and comforting project that a lot of us could use right now.
It’s mostly a Garter Stitch triangle with a … Read More...
What is My Pet Printable Easy Reader Book
I love little printable books that kids can color and easily read when they are learning to read.
What is My Pet from 4 Dinosaurs is a cute little book talking about different kinds of pets (bird, rabbit, dog, fish, … Read More...
A Great Tank Top Knitting Pattern for Summer
Just last year I finally started to get into knitting tops for summer. I don’t know why I resisted for so long. I love being able to wear things I made throughout the year, and the right combination of style … Read More...