This pretty heart cross stitch pattern has a sort of mandala design that should be fun and meditative to stitch.
The pattern is 96 by 86 stitches, or about 6.86 by 6.14 inches on 14 count fabric. It uses a … Read More...
Free Chunky Cowl Knitting Pattern
There’s still plenty of cold weather left this year in the Northern Hemisphere, and you’re still getting ready for it if you have a cold winter where you are in the Southern Hemisphere, so I guess it’s a good time … Read More...
Year of the Rabbit Craft Ideas
As I mentioned the other day, 2023 is the year of the rabbit in Chinese astrology. Because it’s a 12-year cycle, you are a rabbit if you were born in 2011, 1999, 1987, 1975, 1963 or 1951 (and so on).… Read More...
Easy Boot Sock Knitting Pattern
In the post about ribbing knitting patterns yesterday, there was a pattern for a pair of socks that used ribbing everywhere — on the leg and all the way down the foot on both the top and bottom of the … Read More...
Stitch a Rabbit for the Year of the Rabbit
Here’s another pretty rabbit cross-stitch pattern to stitch up for Lunar New Year.
This year of the rabbit cross stitch pattern is worked in four colors, and I love the floral design in the negative space on the rabbit’s body. … Read More...
Easy Knitting Patterns to Practice Ribbing
Ribbing is often used as an edging on projects worked with other stitches, like the brim of a hat or the cuff of a sleeve.
But sometimes it’s fun to let ribbing take center stage in a project. It’s easy … Read More...
Easy Activities for Lunar New Year
Lunar New Year (also sometimes called Chinese New Year) is coming up (January 22 in 2023), and it’s a great opportunity to get kids interested in a bit of Asian culture.
One of the most common symbols of Lunar New … Read More...
Build Your Knitting Skills with the Rebecca Page Knitting Summit
There are lots of ways to learn about knitting and build your skills these days. We can watch videos, read books and blogs and learn from people we know. If you want to learn a lot in a short period … Read More...
More Tips on Getting the Perfect Knitting Gauge
One of the key parts of learning how to knit well is understanding gauge. While there are plenty of knitters who say they never check their gauge, it’s a good idea to get in the habit of making and properly … Read More...
Get Simple Style with this Easy Vest Knitting Pattern
I love Japanese knitting patterns. Of course not every designer from that country has the same style, but in general, many Japanese knitting patterns have a spare but stylish look, with just enough details to make them interesting to knit … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Word Art Cross Stitch Pattern
This pretty cross stitch pattern has a big message of wishing someone a happy Valentine’s Day.
The words are worked in the shape of a heart, making the image all the more graphic.
It’s worked in a single color (though … Read More...
Easy Clothespin Dolls and Felt Learning Activities
Sometimes simplicity is a great thing when it comes to kids activities. Simple often means that things are open ended, that you can use materials in different ways, and that kids can come up with their own ways to play … Read More...
Year of the Rabbit Cross Stitch Pattern
The other day I shared a funny rabbit cross stitch pattern to celebrate the year of the rabbit.
This one is no less cute but a little more reflective of the Lunar New Year celebration, featuring lots of the color … Read More...
Orla Striped Crochet Infinity Scarf
This striped crochet infinity scarf pattern is the perfect project for anyone who loves texture and color in their crochet projects. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter or just starting out, this pattern is designed to be easy to follow and … Read More...
Northern Lights Pastel Art Activity
This pretty northern lights art project is a great way to talk to kids about why the northern lights happen, color mixing, using pastels and more.
If you have a set of pastels already this is a quick prep … Read More...
Garter Ear Flap Hat Knitting Pattern
This is such a sweet take on ear flaps I think everyone is going to want to knit this hat — and with sizes from baby to adult you can knit them for everyone you know!
The Garter Ear Flap … Read More...
Cozy Mock Neck Sweater Knitting Pattern
The Cozy Mock Neck Sweater Crochet Pattern is the perfect project for anyone looking to knit their first sweater. The pattern is designed with the beginner knitter in mind, using simple techniques such as ribbing and stockinette stitch. It’s worked … Read More...
Rabbit (Symbol of 2023) Free Cross Stitch Pattern
According to the Chinese horoscope, 2023 is the Year of the Rabbit. May this cute rabbit-themed design bring you lots of luck, success and prosperity in the new year!
Designed by Darya Mastrakova, the free pattern uses 18 colors measures … Read More...
Activities and Ideas for the 100th Day of School
Celebrating the 100th day of school is a big deal in kindergarten, with kids often collecting 100 items to practice counting to 100, or making a shirt with 100 things on it to commemorate the day. My daughter collected 100 … Read More...
Moss Stitch Knitting Patterns
Moss stitch is one of my favorite easy knitting stitch patterns, and it’s a great way to learn how to switch between knitting and purling in the same row, and how to read your knitting so you know which stitch … Read More...