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...
Fun Outdoor Games for Fourth of July and Summer Events
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...
Designer Spotlight: Crystal Feather Crafts
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...
Knit a Fish Pouch, for Reasons
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...
Book Review: Rise Up!
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...
Patriotic Cross Stitch Patterns
Summer is the time of patriotic holidays in the United States, so it’s a great time to stitch up some red, white and blue cross stitch projects for the Fourth of July or just for summer decor.
Summer T-Shirt Knitting Patterns
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...
Are Thread Bundles Worth the Money
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...
Practice Colorwork on a Cute Knit Bunny
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...
Canada Day Activities for Kids
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...
Designer Spotlight: The Sub Rosa Design
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...
Knitting Patterns for Pride
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...
Board Game Templates You Can Print
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...
Golden Peak Media Acquires CreativeBug
Throughout the saga of the closing of Joann, I’ve been wondering what would happen to CreativeBug, the subscription-based online craft learning platform that Joann acquired in 2017.
Golden Peak Media has announced its acquisition of the company in a … Read More...
Camp Crafts for Kids to Make
I love throwback crafts during the summer, and making camp crafts at home or as part of a camping unit/summer camp at school is a great way to get kids engaged in some classic crafting.
The first thing I think … Read More...
Book Review: Magical Woodland Knits
Magical Woodland Knits by Clare Garland is a few years old as I write this, but it’s such a fun book I couldn’t resist sharing it. Step into a magical forest full of realistic woodland creatures including rabbit, deer and … Read More...
Stardew Valley Cross Stitch Patterns
So many people love the game Stardew Valley, and lot of cross stitch patterns have been inspired by the villages, animals and other aspects of the game. Let’s take a look at some cute Stardew Valley cross stitch patterns.
Let’s … Read More...
Learn about China for Kids
China is such a big country with such a long history we can’t possibly cover it all in one blog post, but let’s get to the basics of the People’s Republic of China for kids.
China Basics
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Check Out This Great Method for Framing Cross Stitch
When you put all the time and energy you do into making a great cross stitch project, it’s worth taking the time to frame it in a way that will make it look its best.
Often for smaller designs we’ll … Read More...
A Blanket Knitting Pattern Where Yarn Selection is Everything
Many times when I write these posts I will say something like “you can use any yarn you want” or “this would be a great stash-busting project.” That’s just how my mind works. And my stash, too, since I probably … Read More...