When winter rolls around, I notice a lot of crocheters working on shawls. I’m not sure what it is about the cold weather that brings this on. But I think it’s good for shawls to get the much deserved attention.… Read More...
Crochet Pattern – Ariel Bikini Top
The Ariel Bikini Top is a fast working project with an eye-catching effect. It fits sizes S& M but by repeating the last couple of rounds, it can be made for bigger sizes. You can see the full pattern here… Read More...
Red Heart Joins the Yarnspirations Family
Consolidation seems to be a part of most businesses these days, and it’s true of yarn companies, too. Two giants in the field have joined forces and Red Heart yarns has become a part of the Yarnspirations family.
Visitors to … Read More...
Fingerprint Explorations for Kids
Kids often go through a mystery phase where they love stories with a bit of suspense and clues they need to follow to solve a mystery. My daughter has been in this phase for a few years now and I’m … Read More...
Get Ready for Fall with this Cute Fox
As soon as September hits (which I know is still a couple of days, bear with me), I start thinking about fall and wishing the new season would get here already.
Then I remember I live in the south and … Read More...
Using Loose Parts in Block Area
Whether you’re setting up a block area in a classroom or at home, it’s a great idea to include materials other than just blocks.
Items like small dolls, bits of fabric and loose parts can be added to make block … Read More...
Happy Birthday in Cross Stitch
It’s my birthday today so I wanted to share a birthday related cross stitch pattern.
This pretty butterfly cross stitch design from Alita Designs is a sweet sentiment for anyone who loves butterflies, flowers and nature, and could be stitched … Read More...
A Low-Pressure Make-along to Support Designers of Color
I love the idea and the spirit behind the BIPOC Make Along, hosted by Desamour Designs.
One of the important things I’ve learned — and I think a lot of other people have learned, too — in the past … Read More...
Cross Stitch a Bookcase Full of Books
Books are great to decorate with, and they can also be a great motif for crafting.
These classic book spines are a great cross-stitch project to hang in your library (even if your “library” is just a bookshelf).
These would … Read More...
The Perfect Shawl for Hanging onto Summer
As much as I am kind of ready for fall (and fall knitting!), there is a part of me that wants to hang onto the warm, long days of summer.
If you’re looking for one last summer-inspired knitting project to … Read More...
Make Corn Dance with this Simple Science Experiment
Corn is in season now through the fall so now and for the next few months would be a good time to use corn in a science project.
Little Bins for Little Hands has a great experiment where students learn … Read More...
Two Tone Fair isle Beanie Hat Crochet Pattern
Traditional fair isle patterns are really popular in the craft community. Fair isle is a technique that creates designs in a pattern through color changes. One stitch in a contrasting color can represent one pixel in a design.
In this … Read More...
Printable Bear Counter Pattern Strips
Bear counters are fun for all sorts of things, from just playing with them to counting, sorting, weighing and making patterns.
The Measured Mom has a great collection of free printable pattern strips for use with bear counters.
With these, … Read More...
Cross Stitch – Witchy Stitching
This is unscientific, but I would guess one of the most beloved Halloween movies out there is Hocus Pocus. Lots of people seem to be passionate about this movie about a trip of witchy sisters.
If you’re a fan … Read More...
Latvian Braids Shine in This Fun Hat
First off, how did I make it to August without knowing that Kelbourne Woolens was doing a year of hats series? So great! You can check out all the patterns and purchase kits to make them from the link above.… Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Granny Square One Skein Chevron Scarf
This scarf is a modern twist on the classic granny square! This scarf features the granny square stitch as a chevron and is worked longways to provide the chevron edging rather than a straight edge.
This scarf also works up … Read More...
A Puzzler of a Blanket that’s Easy to Knit
The Easy Puzzle Blanket from Purl Soho is a charming stash-buster that looks harder than it is. It starts with a triangle, and stitches are picked up along the sides of the shapes as you build on them in different … Read More...
Use this Alphabet Sorting Game to Help with Letter Recognition
As kids are learning to recognize letters, it’s helpful to play lots of different games and expose them to letters in different ways.
This alphabet sorting game from Learning 4 Kids is a great way to play with letters and … Read More...
Printable Cross Stitch Tracking Worksheets
I do not cross stitch so much that I have ever felt like I had much to organize, but if you have a lot of projects on the go and want to keep track of what you’re stitching and what … Read More...
A Slouchy Cardigan for Fall
Yesterday I mentioned that I’m already into fall knitting, and if you’re in the same camp, today’s pattern is for you.
The Uptown Cardigan from All about Ami is a long, slouchy, boxy cardigan that is perfect for wearing all … Read More...