Even though it’s decidedly still summery where I live, just a few leaves are starting to turn and fall already. Which must mean it’s time to start on fall leaf (and fall colored) projects.
Dr. Fauci Talks about Coronavirus for Kids on BrainPop
There are lots of educational resources out there for teaching kids about the coronavirus and what they need to do to keep safe when going back to school or seeing their friends in other settings, but it’s always great when … Read More...
Slip Stitches Make Lumaya Knit up in a Flash
I love slip stitch knitting patterns. They’re an easy way to add texture and color to a project and they make your work look more complicated than it is because it looks like you’re using more than one color at … Read More...
A Rainbow Cross Stitch Leaf Pattern for Fall
I guess we don’t consider it to be “fall” until after Labor Day, but it feels like fall to me as soon as September hits (or after my birthday, Aug. 29, which is close enough).
It makes me want to … Read More...
Wood Crochet Napkin Ring Pattern
These napkin rings are perfect for summer! Just crochet a few rows, then stitch directly on a wood ring. Voila, ready for your summer table. You can grab this free pattern by signing up to their newsletter.
A Knitting Pattern to Start You Thinking about Bulky Sweaters
The Tartinizza pattern from Lucinda Iglesias is a great simple pattern worked in bulky or super bulky yarn. The pattern itself is only written for one size — a 45-inch chest — but it talks you through the changes … Read More...
Make Your Own Marl with the Sprinkle Tee Knitting Pattern
I know I’m not the only one trying to knit from stash this year, and who is actually making an effort to knit down my stash as much as possible. One way to reduce your stash even faster is to … Read More...
Knit a Summer Top with a Little Frill
This sweet knitting pattern is called Frilling, and it’s designed around that sweet little frill at the neckline.
It’s a little romantic and a great summer style combined with the deep neckline and eyelets on the bottom of the top.… Read More...
Home Stitch Home Cross Stitch Pattern
Show the world (or at least your immediate household) how much you love cross stitch with this super cute and free Home Stitch Home design from Tiny Modernist.
The original uses five colors, but you could add more to personalize … Read More...
How to Greet Your Friends without Touching
Lots of little kids love to give and get hugs, high fives and other affectionate greetings, but right now it’s not the safest thing to do.
At my daughter’s school they do “air hugs” and “air high fives” to encourage … Read More...
Learn How to Knit Stripes in Garter Stitch with the Brightside Cowl
Whether you’re new to changing colors in your knitting or have a bunch of scraps you want to use up quickly, the Brightside Cowl from Elizabeth Smith Knits is a great little project.
It’s worked in Garter Stitch and changes … Read More...
A Summer Sweater Knitting Pattern for When You’re Dreaming of Fall
It feels like it’s about time to start knitting for fall, and this little sweater is a great transition piece.
The color, the pattern, the cropped shape of the Misurina pattern by Caitlin Hunter all make me think of fall … Read More...
Handwashing Printables for Kids
Whether you are setting up a classroom for kids at school or at home, having reminders about good handwashing practices is especially important this year.
NurtureStore has some free printables to remind kids when and how to wash their hands. … Read More...
Teacher Appreciation Cross Stitch Pattern
No matter what school looks like this year, teachers need our appreciation more than ever. A bit of cross stitch is a small gesture but a great way to show your favorite teacher you’re thinking of them and appreciate what … Read More...
Knit a Fun Textured Bag in Self-Striping Yarn
I love a good bag knitting pattern and probably have more knit bags than a person should if I were being honest.
But I might change that assessment and sneak in another knit bag thanks to the Goshen bag knitting … Read More...
This Stripy Tee Knitting Pattern is Perfect for What’s Left of Summer
This morning it felt weirdly like fall where I live but I know that isn’t going to last, and there’s still plenty of time for wearing summer knits.
The Minty Tee from Bigger than Life Knits is a great choice … Read More...
Harry Potter Cross Stitch Patterns
I love Harry Potter crafts of all sorts, and since my daughter is about to turn 11 (which is the year you get your Hogwarts letter) I’ve been looking at lots of cure crafts with a Harry Potter theme.
This … Read More...
A Shawl/Scarf Knitting Pattern Where the Yarn Makes a Huge Difference
There’s been a lot of talk lately in the knitting world about yarn substitution, and I noted when writing about the issue that I almost never use the yarn a pattern calls for.
But in this case I would … Read More...
First Day of School Coloring Pages (with Virtual Options)
Almost no matter where you live, this year school is going to look different from what we and our kids are used to. But that doesn’t mean a new year of learning isn’t worth celebrating.
Check out the first day … Read More...
Too Hot Cross Stitch Pattern
As you may have noticed, we here at Craft Gossip run to the snarky side, so we hope you will appreciate this salty complaint about the weather in stitching.
I Can’t Go to Hell from Sassi Stitch is a funny … Read More...