There are a lot of cat lovers in the knitting world (and dog lovers, too, of course!) so there are lots of fun knitting patterns inspired by cats. The Slouchy Cat Hat by Samantha West features a row of cats … Read More...
Summer Reading Bingo and Book List for Older Kids
When kids are home for summer break, we parents often try to encourage them to keep doing some things that are vaguely educational in addition to the resting and relaxing that summer is all about.
If you have older kids … Read More...
Check Out this Fun Raglan Tee Knitting Pattern
Raglan sweaters are my favorite. They are fun to knit and fit well, and they’re easy to customize with stripes or colorblocking.
The Parkway Tee from Arianna Soloway uses color blocking and stripes to make a fun sporty top. You … Read More...
A Lacy, Short-Sleeved Sweater Knitting Pattern for Summer
If you’ve got a hankering to knit a little sweater you can still wear when it’s warm (or to protect against air conditioning when it’s hot outside but cold inside) check out the Rosanna from Elizabeth Smith Knits.
This short … Read More...
Hella Gay Cross Stitch Pattern
Being Pride month, June is a great time to stitch a little declaration of pride.
The Hella Gay cross-stitch pattern from Sassi Stitch features a rainbow and would be super cute to hang near your door. I think this one … Read More...
Sensory Play Ideas for Fourth of July
Sensory projects are so much fun for little ones — and for grownups, too, as we get to see their joy in experiencing squishy, colorful or otherwise fun stuff.
The Fourth of July is a fun theme for sensory play, … Read More...
A Little Ribbed Tank Knitting Pattern
I like using ribbing as a decorative element on knitting projects rather than just as and edging, so the Onoro Tank from Tara-Lynn Morrison caught my eye.
This simple design — worked in aran weight yarn from the bottom up … Read More...
Canadian Dress Up Paper Dolls
Celebrate Canada with a little pretend play with these Canadian dress up paper dolls.
There are options for girl and boy dolls with a variety of skin tones and hair colors, and four outfit options: Anne of Green Gables, a … Read More...
Traveler Cowl Knitting Pattern
I’ve been thinking about mosaic knitting lately. It’s a fun and easy technique for adding colorwork to knitting and I feel like it’s not used as much as it should be.
If you want to try it, check out the … Read More...
Patriotic Crochet gnome with flag
Very soon the Independence Day of the USA. Have time to crochet this American gnome. It will be a great gift for this holiday.
This crochet pattern is written in English (US terminology). You can download it immediately after … Read More...
Design your own sampler blanket
A crochet sampler blanket is a fun and creative way to experiment with different colors and stitches, without the pressure of following a specific pattern. By designing your own blanket, you have complete freedom to choose the colors and stitches … Read More...
Add Some Lace to Your Ribs with this Fun Knitting Pattern
All I want to do these days is knit summer tops (and socks, but I’ll tell you about those later).
The Rib Lace Raglan by James N. Watts is a great option for summer and beyond. It features a rib … Read More...
Summer Icons Cross Stitch Pattern
This summer season cross stitch pattern is so cheerful! It’s full of all sorts of symbols of the season like lounge chairs by the beach, fruity drinks and clothes handing on the line.
The design is by Little Dove Samplers … Read More...
Popsicle Pop Art Project
As hot as it is where I live right now, all thoughts are on ways to keep cool. If I had little ones there would be lots of water play, ice cream and Popsicles.
It’s fun to craft on that … Read More...
Rainbow Knitting Patterns for Pride and Beyond
June is a special month for the LGBTQ+ community as it is celebrated as Pride Month all over the world. It is a time for the community to come together, to celebrate the progress that has been made and to … Read More...
American Flag Cross Stitch Patterns
If you’re looking for an American flag cross stitch pattern to stitch for Flag Day, Fourth of July or any other patriotic holiday (or to have around all year) here are some great options.
This vintage American flag from Crossstitch.com… Read More...
Fourth of July Flag Crafts
Looking for some quick crafts and activities for the Fourth of July? These flag crafts are easy and lots of fun for kids in the summer.
This easy handprint American Flag shirt from Down Redbud Drive is perfect to make … Read More...
Baby Sleep Sack Knitting Pattern
I love the look of sleep sacks for babies. They’re so snuggly and warm and to be honest I’d like one in an adult size for myself.
The sweet snuggle sack pattern in our 10 Easy Baby Knitting Patterns ebook … Read More...
Cottontail Slippers Knitting Pattern
These slippers are so cute and they pack a lot of fun techniques into a small project.
The Cottontail Slippers by Mara Licole have a body that is two-color brioche, and the toe part features a cable that looks like … Read More...
Move Forward in Love Cross Stitch Pattern
This rainbow colored sampler has a traditional look with a modern message, and its also part of a stitchalong for Pride.
Modern Folk Embroidery’s Move Forward in Love pattern uses 12 colors (there’s also a monochrome version) and is 131 … Read More...