These would be so fun to make as a holiday gift for a kiddo in your life, or to have on hand in your block area at school or at home and give kids something to do when it’s cold … Read More...
Knit a Garland of Tiny Stockings
I saw this Elf Stocking Garland from Cheryl Andrews the other day and it got me thinking of an Elf on the Shelf
spending the day knitting tiny stockings.
Whether you have an elf who needs some stockings or just … Read More...
Lucky Hat Wrap Knitting Pattern
This pretty hat is a great way to dress up your outerwear for the holiday season or any other time. The Lucky Hat Wrap pattern from Safiyyah Talley is worked from the brim up.
The brim is worked flat and … Read More...
Bulky Baubles Knitting Pattern
Here’s a set of Christmas ornaments you can knit up in a flash for your tree or to give as gifts. The secret is they’re made with super bulky yarn so they stitch up super fast.
Bulky Baubles is a … Read More...
Knitting Patterns for Christmas Gnomes and Elves
‘Tis the season for knitting adorable holiday themed gnomes, elves, and other assorted holly jolly creatures. If you’re looking for another fun holiday doll to add to your collection, check out these super sweet Christmas dolls.
The Christmas Elf Toy … Read More...
Cubist Snowman Art Activity
Snowman crafts are classic this time of year, but give it a Cubist twist with this fun Picasso-inspired art activity.
This printable art activity includes a template for you to start building your Cubist snowman, as well as some information … Read More...
Get Cozy with the Moon Set Slipover Knitting Pattern
I guess this week’s theme without me quite thinking about it was projects that will give you a little extra bit of warmth.
The Moon Set Slipover from Ozetta Knitwear is a great little layering piece to wear over a … Read More...
Plaid Animal Ornaments Cross Stitch Pattern
Embrace the rustic charm of the holiday season with these delightful plaid animal cross stitch patterns, designed by the talented Briana K Designs. If your holiday decor leans towards a cozy country aesthetic, these patterns are the perfect addition to … Read More...
Line Your Knit Mittens for Extra Warmth
I know that conventional wisdom is that mittens are warmer than gloves because all your fingers being in one space keeps them warmer than each having their own little tube.
But what if you want something even warmer?
Why not … Read More...
Upcycled Snowball Factory STEAM Play
This is such a cute idea! Grab some cardboard boxes, tubes and other materials to make an upcycled snowball factory.
With the printables from Barley & Birch this is an easy project to pull together, or you can use unprinted … Read More...
Wooly Hat Cross Stitch Pattern
I’ve been talking a lot lately about how much I love knitting motifs expressed in cross stitch since I enjoy both crafts, so I couldn’t resist sharing this little knit hat cross stitch pattern when I found it.
It’s pretty … Read More...
Peppermint Sensory Salt Writing Tray
This time of year there are a lot of great scents to incorporate into sensory activities. Mint is a classic smell of the season and also can be calming and soothing, so it’s a great choice for the classroom or … Read More...
Have a Very Dino Christmas – Dinosaur Cross Stitch
Have a dinosaur lover on your holiday list? These sweet Christmas dinosaur cross stitch patterns would be perfect as gift tags or greeting cards.
They vary a little in size and colors used but the patterns are no larger than … Read More...
The Perfect Blanket for Fall Football Games and Beyond
With a name like the Friday Night Lights blanket, you know this is a project that’s going to be perfect for snuggling under at football games (or cross-country meets, or any other sport that happens outside this time of year).… Read More...
A Shawl to Knit When You See People IRL
Gatherings of people — family or otherwise — are not always conducive to getting a lot of knitting done. If you have to pay attention to your pattern you can miss out on some of the fun of being with … Read More...
Printable Winter Book
This I Like Winter printable book is great for preschoolers and kindergartners to color and to use in the classroom or at home to talk about great things about the season.
It includes things like making snowballs, drinking cocoa and … Read More...
Fields of Gold Beanie Knitting Pattern
This lovely, super bulky hat evokes feelings of fall and harvest time.
The Fields of Gold Beanie is an adult sized hat with wheat motifs worked in stranded colorwork. You can work the wheat in gold or light brown, or … Read More...
Candy Canes Cross Stitch Pattern
Indulge your creative sweet tooth with the delightful candy cane cross stitch pattern featured in this free design by Ugly Duckling House. Bursting with whimsy and playfulness, these candy canes offer a joyful and festive stitching experience that is bound … Read More...
Stitch a Story with the Red Riding Hood Cowl
This lovely bit of knitting is the Red Riding Hood cowl form Tanis Gray. It basically tells the story in stitches, complete with a house in the woods, a girl in a hood and a big, bad wolf.
It’s worked … Read More...
Print and Play Winter Science Activities
Need some easy, fun activities for a cold day? These print and play activities from Science Sparks are low prep and easy for kids with good cuttings skills to make themselves or to do with a little help from parents.… Read More...