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Stitch Historic Samplers from Fox and Rabbit Designs

July 15, 2023 by Sarah White

I came across Fox and Rabbit Designs recently, and while they have a variety of cross-stitch designs to choose from, what most interested me when looking through their website is the patterns that are reproductions of sampler patterns first stitched … Read More...

Easy Musical Instruments for Kids to Make

July 14, 2023 by Sarah White

Making your own musical instruments is a lot of fun and something that some kids will do on their own without prompting. But these ideas for musical instruments that kids can make will inspire you and them to make music … Read More...

Knit a Pretty, Lacy Skirt

July 14, 2023 by Sarah White

I have knit just about every kind of thing it’s possible to knit, but I have never knit a skirt. (I have knit a dress, and a tunic that’s probably long enough to be considered a dress.)

If I were … Read More...

Book Review: Knitted Wild Animal Friends

July 13, 2023 by Sarah White

Sweet stuffed animals turn a little less wild in this cute book full of patterns for animals along with clothing and accessories.

Knitted Wild Animal Friends by Louise Crowther features patterns for 12 different animals, as well as a closet … Read More...

Book-Themed Bookmark Cross Stitch Patterns

July 13, 2023 by Sarah White

I know I’ve shared a lot of bookmark cross stitch patterns before. I love them because they’re small and usually pretty easy projects that are useful, too. They’re great for beginners and make great gifts for book lovers along with … Read More...

Bastille Day Activities for Kids

July 12, 2023 by Sarah White

Bastille Day is the national day of France, celebrated on July 14 each year. It commemorates the Storming of the Bastille on July 14, 1789, a major event of the French Revolution. The Bastille was a prison in Paris that … Read More...

One Skein Sock Yarn Shawl Knitting Patterns

July 12, 2023 by Sarah White

One of our most popular posts here on the knitting page for years has been one about things to make with a single skein of sock yarn. Of course you can make socks, but the idea is to think … Read More...

Top-Down Zipper Bag Knitting Pattern

July 11, 2023 by Sarah White

I’m taking part in the Christmas in July Make Along, hosted by Underground Crafter, and though my pattern is over on my personal blog I wanted to share about it here so you all can take part in the fun … Read More...

Tips for Designing Your Own Cross Stitch Patterns

July 11, 2023 by Sarah White

I don’t listen to a lot of podcasts about crafting or anything else, but I did recently come across this older podcast from Hannah Handmakes with Nicola from Mindful Stitching Company that’s all about how to design cross stitch patterns.… Read More...

Joya Scarf: Free Modern Crochet Scarf Pattern

July 10, 2023 by Sarah White

Introducing the captivating Joya Scarf, a crochet pattern that effortlessly combines modern style with a touch of elegance. Designed to keep you warm and cozy during the colder months, this scarf features a simple yet stunning texture and a unique … Read More...

Knit a Simple Striped Vest

July 10, 2023 by Sarah White

This pretty vest pattern has stripes that are different in both color and texture, which makes the knitting and the wearing of it a bit more fun. The Linden vest pattern by Noriko Ho was originally designed for the Puget … Read More...

Paper Bag Activities for Kids

July 10, 2023 by Sarah White

Here’s another one of those fun made up holidays: July 12 is Paper Bag Day for reasons unknown. But if your household is like mine, you probably have everything you need to celebrate this holiday every day. I think I … Read More...

Fun Cow Activities for Kids

July 8, 2023 by Sarah White

Did you know July 11 is Cow Appreciation Day? I guess you might have if you’re a Chick-fil-A fan, since they give out free food on that day if you dress like a cow. For the rest of us, this … Read More...

Book Review: Retro Christmas Cross Stitch

July 7, 2023 by Sarah White

I love a retro spin on just about anything, but retro and Christmas just seem to go together. Give me those giant old bubbling lights, blow mold Santas, fake tinsel … it all just seems so much more fun than … Read More...

Clean Up with the Hopscotch Washcloth or Towel Knitting Pattern

July 7, 2023 by Sarah White

My husband and daughter both like using knit washcloths and dishcloths (husband likes them in the kitchen, daughter in the bathroom). Most of the ones I have are many years old, and they’re holding up well, but knitting dishcloths and … Read More...

A Shawl to Knit for the Generations

July 6, 2023 by Sarah White

This design was inspired by a saying in Judaism, L’dor v’dor, which means, “from generation to generation,” when translated to English. Typically, it is understood to mean the transmission of the culture’s values, rituals, traditions, and history to the next … Read More...

Teddy Bear Activities

July 6, 2023 by Sarah White

July 10 is apparently Teddy Bear’s Picnic Day, but we love teddy bears all year long. Whether the bears are having lunch or we’re going on a bear hunt, there are lots of fun bear activities to do with kids … Read More...

Summer Poncho Knitting Patterns

July 5, 2023 by Sarah White

I’m not proud to admit it, but I used to really dislike ponchos. I didn’t understand why you wouldn’t just wear a sweater instead. And while I still prefer the swancho (poncho with sleeves) concept, I’ve softened in my view … Read More...

Cross Stitch Birth Announcements

July 5, 2023 by Sarah White

One of the most classic cross stitch gifts I can think of is to make a cross stitch birth announcement. These patterns that include the name, birthdate and sometimes other information about the new little one come in all sorts … Read More...

Download Yarnspirations Patterns to Help Charity

July 4, 2023 by Sarah White

This summer, Yarnspirations is working to support Dress for Success, a charitable organization that provides women with support and professional clothing to help them achieve economic independence.

From now through July 23, 2023, if you download a selection of … Read More...

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