I know I have said this before, but in the last few years I’ve really become a fan of vests. They take less time to knit than a sweater, and you can wear them for more of the year, as … Read More...
Stitch a Haunted Bookstore for Spooky Season
This is probably a bigger project than you can finish before Halloween this year unless you’re some kind of speed demon of a stitcher, but when I saw it I knew I needed to share it because I just love … Read More...
Hispanic Heritage Month Activities for Kids
Hispanic Heritage Month runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, and it’s a great time to learn about Hispanic artists, scientists and others who have influenced the world.
My daughter’s Spanish class is doing all sorts of fun projects (she’s … Read More...
Knit Some Moo-velous Socks – Sock Knitting Pattern
I am not a huge fan of cows, but I will admit they are kind of cute as a motif for socks.
The Herding Cows Socks from Stone Knits feature a whole herd of cows all over the cuff and … Read More...
Gorgeous Mushroom Cross Stitch Patterns
I don’t know why I feel like mushrooms may be the motif of fall this year. Don’t get me wrong; I love pumpkins, but I have made so many of them I think I at least am ready to move … Read More...
Diwali Cross Stitch Patterns
I’ve shared a few Diwali cross stitch patterns over the years, including hands holding a diya lamp and some pretty lanterns.
I wanted to look for some more patterns for Diwali this year, and here’s what I found.
I … Read More...
Quilt Inspired Knitting Patterns
I’ve written before about how much I love it when different crafts come together, and I particular enjoy when motifs from one craft show up in another, like the trend toward knitting patterns inspired by quilts. It’s just an extra … Read More...
Labubu Coloring Pages and Activities
If your kids have gone gaga for Labubu, you aren’t alone. These cute (or are they creepy cute?) little figures seem to be everywhere among a certain age group, so let’s capitalize on that interest with some Labubu coloring pages … Read More...
How to Make Cross Stitch Ornament Blocks
There are so many fun different ways to display cross stitch. From making the smallest designs into magnets or pendants to framing in conventional frames or hoops, making into little pillows, ornaments and more, there are all sorts of ways … Read More...
Spider Crafts for Kids
Spiders are amazing all year, but we generally only make spider crafts during Halloween season. Whatever time of year it is when you read this, it’s always a good time to remember that spiders (generally) aren’t scary! Let’s take a … Read More...
Knit a Sweet Speckled Cardigan for a Little One
Knitting for babies and toddlers is so satisfying because the projects are generally pretty small (for garments, anyway) and it’s easy to make them look fancy without a lot of extra work on your part.
The Growing Garden Cardigan by … Read More...
Book Review: Halloween
Halloween is a holiday that many kids in America (and increasingly around the world) know about, but if you want to approach learning about Halloween as part of fall traditions, Halloween by Nancy Dickmann is a nice addition to your … Read More...
Knit a Sweet Lemon Pouch Bag Charm
I never totally know what posts are going to strike a chord with people when I share them. I mostly share things that I like, that I would knit if I had infinite time to make them. (In reality I … Read More...
Designer Spotlight: Max Stitches Art
Max Stitches Art is an Etsy shop based in Ukraine that’s full of gothic, dark and witchy designs you’re sure to love if that’s your vibe.
The biggest section in the shop is called new, which isn’t super helpful … Read More...
Cabled Hat Knitting Patterns
For some reason cabled hats remind me of deep winter, like they’re the warmest possible kind of hat you could have. That isn’t necessarily true, but these cable knit hat patterns would be great if you’re getting ready for winter … Read More...
Pumpkin Crafts for Kids
It’s been a while since I’ve done any pumpkin related content (though there’s been a lot in the past including crafts, STEM activities, sensory ideas and even pumpkin printables!) so let’s explore some more pumpkin craft ideas for … Read More...
Tiny Cross Stitch Patterns
As much as I want to be the kind of cross stitcher who does lots of big, involved projects, that’s really not who I am. I love tiny cross stitch patterns, which are quick to make, don’t require a lot … Read More...
Learn About Animals on Different Continents
Since I’ve been working on a nations of the world series for more than a year now, I’ve been thinking more about geography and how places are connected in ways that we might not always think about.
And one thing … Read More...
Stitch a Pretty Set of Fall Themed Bookmarks
I’m a sucker for a good bookmark, especially a hand-crafted one, and cross-stitch bookmarks are some of my favorites to make (see my pencil cross stitch bookmark I made recently).
This set of five fall bookmark cross stitch patterns would … Read More...
Halloween Treat Bag Knitting Patterns
After looking at little Halloween projects the other day and sharing one cute set of treat bags, I wanted to look for some more Halloween treat bag knitting patterns to share. These are fun to make for a classroom or … Read More...