I missed the Ursa Sweater by Jacqueline Cieslak when it came out back in March, but it’s a great sweater for fall knitting.
This time of year I want something quick that can be off my needles and ready for … Read More...
Space Week! A Celebration of Space Exploration in Cross Stitch
This past week on Hancock’s House of Happy there is a whole week of space themed cross stitch designs to download for free. There are five brand new cross stitch design to download (no sign ups or anything required for … Read More...
Crochet Pattern – Bee Drawstring Sunglasses Bag
This is a cute and clever crochet sunglass case designed by my first guest designer, Chelsea Roberts of TheCrafterLife.com.
It’s an adorable bee bag designed to protect your sunglasses. A great Spring and Summer accessory that will have people BUZZING!… Read More...
Use an Animal Escape Room to Help Kids Learn Problem Solving
This is just so darn cool I would want to do it myself.
Life with Moore Babies has a great idea for making an animal “escape room” style puzzle for kids to help them learn about problem solving. My puzzle … Read More...
A Warm Sweater You Can Make in Different Weights
Now that Labor Day is done I think it’s officially time we can start talking fall and winter knitting. Lately I’ve been seeing a lot of pictures on Instagram of the Magnolia sweater by Camilla Vad.
Like this one the … Read More...
Free Crochet Pattern – Mini Pom Pom Slippers
Winter is the time to cozy up and appreciate the warm home we get to come back to. It’s about the small little luxuries that make our day special. For me, one of these little luxuries is a good pair … Read More...
Use Paint Chips for a Color Scavenger Hunt
This is such a fun and simple idea for a different way to do a scavenger hunt with kids, indoors or out.
The Imagination Tree shares this idea for a color scavenger hunt using paint chips.
Check her website to … Read More...
Cross Stitch a Skull for Halloween
I guess that thing about wanting fall to hurry up and get here is true, because I’m suddenly seeking out Halloween cross stitch patterns.
This one isn’t strictly for Halloween, but it is a cross-stitched skull, which would be … Read More...
Winter Shawl Crochet Pattern
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...