Though I’m more of a glove person myself, I know that mittens are actually better for keeping your hands warm, and they’re a lot more approachable for knitters of all skill levels who might think all those fingers are just … Read More...
Science Activity – Build a Heart Model from Soda Bottles and Straws
I love this idea for making a functioning heart model from STEAM Powered Family.
The materials are easy to come by, especially if you drink soda, and it’s a powerful lesson in how blood moves around the body.
In addition … Read More...
Knit a Fortune Cookie for Chinese New Year
I know I have shared this idea before, but it’s been a few years and it’s just so cute I can’t resist mentioning it again since I came across it again recently.
Studio Knit has a nice little pattern for … Read More...
A Diagram of Love
Who doesn’t love a Venn diagram?
And what could be better for the slightly geeky person in your life than a Venn diagram Valentine?
How about a cross-stitched Venn diagram Valentine?
You’ll find it at Do It Your Family. … Read More...
Tooth Activities for Children’s Dental Health Month
Did you know that February is National Children’s Dental Health Month? It’s a good time to celebrate good oral hygiene, to learn about teeth and to do teeth-related activities.
A to Z Teacher Stuff has a tooth unit study that … Read More...
Cross Stitch Some Conversation Hearts
A classic candy of Valentine’s Day (which I never liked, but it’s still cute, just like Peeps at Easter) is the conversation heart candies , and just like the Peep of Easter it’s a fun shape and idea to craft … Read More...
Knit a Hat That’s a Lovely Sentiment
This sweet Lovely Sentiment Hat by Stefanie Canich (which runs $3 on Ravelry) is certainly a sweet way to keep someone you love (or yourself!) warm.
But that funky pom-pom on top of the sample just makes it all … Read More...
Sweet Heart Mitts
Here’s an easy way to get a little Valentine’s spirit into your knits.
The I Carry Your Heart Mitts from We Bloom Here are a simple knit mitt pattern with a bit of cross stitch added after the knitting is … Read More...
Fun Valentine Crafts and Activities for Kids
There are so many great Valentine’s Day crafts and activities for kids, it would take more than all month to share them.
But NurtureStore has a great collection of activities and crafts for Valentine’s Day, including sensory projects, science… Read More...
Build a Flower Number Match
This cute printable math activity from Frogs and Fairies helps little ones practice counting and number recognition with a spring theme.
The center of the flower shows the number and students have to find the petals that will complete the … Read More...
Sweet Knits for Groundhog Day
I almost forgot it’s Groundhog Day, one of my favorite slightly ridiculous holidays. It was one my family celebrated when I was in high school, and I still love it.
There aren’t a lot of knit groundhog patterns, but here … Read More...
Cross stitch Pattern -Show Your Cats Some Love
I happen to be a fan of cats, though we only have one old man (he’s 16!) right now, we used to have two so I particularly love this cat heart cross stitch pattern from Etsy seller Mother Bee Designs.… Read More...
Stitching for Groundhog Day
Seeing as it’s Groundhog Day as I write this, it’s a little late to think about stitching this project up for this year, but I love it as much as I love this silly holiday and may well have to … Read More...
Wear Your (Knit) Heart on Your Sleeve
There are lots of patterns for knit hearts out there (I’ve even published a few, and might yet have one more in mind this season), but I loved this little knit heart applique from Red Heart for its playful presentation … Read More...
A Bunch of Winter Games Activities
This list is from the last time the Winter Games came around, so there are some dated parts related to the mascots (you can learn about this year’s mascot, Soohorang the white tiger, here) but this list of 30-plus … Read More...
Cheer on Your Favorite Country with Knitting
With the Winter Games coming up next month, it’s time to show your team spirit. And what better way to celebrate winter sports than with a national knit hat or headband?
DROPS has a lot of simple hat and earwarmer … Read More...
Valentine Band Sampler to Stitch
This pretty heart band sampler is super cute and a great, vintage design to make for Valentine’s Day.
The design from Kincavel Krosses is a few years old, but definitely worth taking a look at again.
Each of the bands … Read More...
Simple Fingerless Gloves to Knit
I have knit a lot of fingerless gloves in my day, and I wear them a lot. One of my favorite patterns is a super-simple, Stockinette Stitch design. They’re snug and warm and simple, and I like the rolled edges, … Read More...
Stitch Simple Vertical Stripes in this Fun Hat Pattern
Stranded knitting can be a little intimidating to knitters who haven’t tried it before, but I promise it is really simple. You just work a stitch or several in one color, then one or several in another, leaving the other … Read More...
Visual Schedule Printables Help Kids Plan Their Days
This collection of visual schedule printables from Natural Beach Living is particularly geared toward families with children who have autism, but they’re also great for kids who might not yet know how to read or for visual learners who just … Read More...