The Internet was a lot different in 2002. There were maybe more knitting blogs, but not a lot of good, reliable places to get good, fun knitting patterns. The knitting industry was still very much focused on print media (KnitPicks … Read More...
Telling Time with Apple Clocks
Learning to tell time on an analog clock is an important thing for kids to learn and is often tackled at the beginning of the school year, when we are all about apples in the decor.
These apple clock worksheets … Read More...
Knitted Edge for Table Runner
Sometimes it’s fun to add a bit of knitting to a different project or even to something store bought to give it a little handmade edge.
In this case the “handmade edge” is literal, as Susan from A Box of … Read More...
Day of the Dead Cross Stitch Pattern
Day of the Dead, or Dia de los Muertos, is an important day in Mexican culture and has inspired people around the world to use the day to honor those close to them who have died.
Skulls are an iconic … Read More...
Amigurumi Alpaca
Learn to crochet a soft amigurumi alpaca using Bernat Blanket Yarn. The legs are crocheted as one piece so there is very little sewing!
A Little Pumpkin Knitting Pattern
If you’ve been around this site for a while it should come as no surprise that I’m a little obsessed with knit pumpkins.
(Evidence: this roundup of knit pumpkin patterns, or a search for pumpkin in our archives.)
This … Read More...
Apple Books and Activities for Toddlers
If you have a little one at home or are teaching young kids, pairing children’s books and activities is a great way to extend the fun of reading and learning about certain topics.
If you want to add some … Read More...
Sweet Autumn Apple Cross Stitch Pattern
There’s something to be said for adorable little cross stitch patterns. They are small, quick to knit, easy for beginners, but satisfying for anyone of any skill level. And did I mention cute?
For example, this autumn apple from Cross … Read More...
Try This Easy Colorwork Sweater Knitting Pattern
Colorwork yoke sweaters are so popular because they give you a classic look and you get to play with a bit of color without having to do colorwork for the full garment.
If you’re intimidated by the idea of a … Read More...
Apple Tree Math Activity
Apples are coming in season in the fall, right when school is starting, so it’s a great time to add some apple-themed activities to your days.
This apple math activity from Hello Wonderful is cute and an easy way … Read More...
Use All the Minis for this Pretty Scarf Knitting Pattern
I think it’s just because I’m always on the lookout for stash-busting projects, but I feel like I’ve been sharing a lot of projects that use mini skeins lately.
The Confectionery scarf from Lisa K. Ross uses fingering weight yarn … Read More...
Take it Easy with this Sweater Knitting Pattern
If you want to get ready for fall in a hurry, you need to knit the Easy Breezy Sweater from Shay Johnson for Knit Collage.
This design uses worsted weight yarn with a fun spiral stitch on the sleeves that … Read More...
Autumn Littles Cross Stitch Pattern Bundle
In the rush to get to Halloween we can often forget that decorating just for fall is nice. These autumn littles cross stitch patterns from Waxing Moon Designs are the perfect way to ease into fall decorating if you don’t … Read More...
Happy Halloweenmas Cross Stitch Pattern
If you’re the kind of person who gets excited about Halloween because it means we’re that much closer to putting up Christmas decorations, this Halloweenmas cross stitch pattern is the thing for you.
This carved pumpkin wearing a Santa hat … Read More...
The Amber Cowl Knitting Pattern
The Amber Cowl will keep your neck warm on cold days. The design features a combination of delicate lace stripes and slipped stitches.
It’s an easy repeating pattern you’ll be quick to memorize. The design is worked with worsted weight … Read More...
Make a Collection Box for High Holidays and Beyond
One of the tenets of the Jewish High Holidays — Rosh Hashanah
and Yom Kippur
— is tzedakah, which means charity, justice or righteousness.
On holidays and Shabbat, Jewish families often collect money in tzedakah boxes to save and give … Read More...
Knit a Sweet Girly Sweater for a Child
I saw this sweater on Facebook a little while ago and if I had a little one the right age for it I would definitely knit one right up.
The Annie Sweater by Melanie Rountree has puffy sleeves, can be … Read More...
Pumpkin Vine Cross Stitch Pattern
It’s September, so it’s officially time to start making all the pumpkin related crafts. This Pumpkin Vine cross stitch pattern from Ugly Duckling House is a great place to start.
This pumpkin is so pretty and uses 13 different colors. … Read More...
Is Amigurumi Different from Crochet?
Definitions for each stated and 5 differences between amigurumi and crochet in terms of techniques, materials, time needed and other reasons. Hopefully informative!
Make a Shofar for Rosh Hashanah
A shofar 
is a horn usually made from a ram’s horn that is used in important Jewish holiday observances include Rosh Hashanah.
This shofar craft is super clever and gives you a chance to talk to kids about the use … Read More...