This time of year (summer where I live) I’m often looking for fun activities that can be done indoors because it’s hot outside.
This LEGO scavenger hunt is a fun idea you can do with a single kid or a … Read More...
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by Sarah White
This time of year (summer where I live) I’m often looking for fun activities that can be done indoors because it’s hot outside.
This LEGO scavenger hunt is a fun idea you can do with a single kid or a … Read More...
by Sarah White
If you love patterns for frogs and sardines, animals, food, flowers and more, Happy Cross Stitchers has got you covered. With more than 1,600 patterns as of this writing, you’re almost guaranteed to find something you like.
I don’t know … Read More...
by Sarah White
Stitch dictionaries are a fun way to learn new-to-you knitting stitch patterns or to take a deep dive into a particular technique. Debbie Tomkies offers 100 cable stitch designs and thoughts on how to incorporate them into projects in her … Read More...
by Sarah White
I’m primarily a knitter, and in the knitting world the “emotional support chicken” has been a big trend probably for a couple of years now (I don’t know how long something has to be popular before you can stop calling … Read More...
by Sarah White
It’s summer in the Northern Hemisphere, and one of the key components of summer for me is ice cream. Use ice cream as a theme in the classroom or at home to make summer learning more fun.
Modern Preschool has … Read More...
by Sarah White
The Republic of Colombia is a nation whose mainland is in South America but that also has islands that are part of North America, which is kind of fun. Let’s learn more about this country that has borders on both … Read More...
by Sarah White
This post is inspired by a post I saw over at Caterpillar Cross Stitch about why small cross stitch patterns are great, but I can tell you my own stories of cross stitching woes, too.
I have always been a … Read More...
by Sarah White
Not too long ago I was seeing a crochet pattern for a glasses holder shaped like a bear all over the Internet. It was super cute, and also useful as a place to put your glasses on your bedside table … Read More...
by Sarah White
I’ve written a lot about different Fourth of July activities and crafts over the years (see links below) but one thing I haven’t touched on much is the Fourth of July party. A backyard hangout and barbecue is a classic … Read More...
by Sarah White
If you like landscapes, animals and floral cross stitch patterns with a big does of cuteness, odds are good you’ll find something you want to stitch at Crystal Feather Crafts. This Etsy shop has more than 200 patterns with a … Read More...
by Sarah White
I can’t resist a pattern that’s both useful and a little silly, and that’s exactly how I feel about the Rybka pouch pattern from the delightfully named Rat and Sea Witch.
I know you’re going to ask, because I did, … Read More...
by Sarah White
It might seem weird to feature a book about protest movements around the Fourth of July, but as Rise Up! Powerful Protests in American History reminds us, protest is patriotic and part of the very fabric of American life from … Read More...
by Sarah White
by Sarah White
Knitters are always looking for ways to continue to knit and to wear their knits even when it’s hot outside, so there are tots of great T0shirt knitting patterns to choose from. I love knitting short-sleeved shirts because they feel … Read More...
by Sarah White
I recently came across a post from Lord Libidan talking about embroidery floss packs and whether it’s worth the money to buy a set of threads all at once instead of one skein at a time.
With the closure of … Read More...
by Sarah White
Sometimes I feel like knitters get intimidated to try new things because they think they need to start with a big project. Your first time working in the round doesn’t need to be a sock, and your first colorwork doesn’t … Read More...
by Sarah White
Celebrate Canada Day by learning more about Canada and doing some Canada themed activities. I’ve already featured Canada in our countries of the world posts, so you can go there are read all about it and come up with more … Read More...
by Sarah White
Traditional cross stitch designs and samplers with a primitive twist are the specialty of The Sub Rosa Design, an Etsy shop based in Hungary.
The largest section in the store is the Halloween/Thanksgiving section, which includes plenty of witches, crows … Read More...
by Sarah White
It seems like every year there are more rainbow colored (and other flag hued) knitting projects out there to celebrate Pride. Whether you celebrate at a local event or just want to add some more color to your wardrobe, these … Read More...
by Sarah White
Whether you like making games for the classroom or for family game night, this collection of simple printable game boards will make it easier. I’ve shared some printable games before, but it seems like people are always looking for these … Read More...