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Show your love and support for Ukraine with this Ukrainian flag colored, heart shaped cross stitch pattern.
The design is from Cross Stitch with Art, a Ukrainian designer who has several Ukraine themed cross stitch patterns for sale right now, … Read More...
Crafty pro Jennifer Perkins offers lots of ideas for crafts kids can make with materials that would otherwise be on the way to the trash or recycling bins in her book Upcycle It! Crafts for Kids.
The book covers the … Read More...
Courage for Ukraine is a counted cross stitch design presented as a fundraiser by Grimalkin Crossing. The design features a half-mandala style sunflower in warm golden yellows, with the word “courage” in simple letters imposed over bright blue field.
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How does a single ball of yarn turn into a super chunky dishcloth? The Super-Fast Garter Stitch Dishcloth from Yarnspirations has you divide one ball into two that you can pull from both ends so that you can work with … Read More...
This easy sight word activity is a fun way to bring a spring or Easter element into learning.
The Soccer Mom Blog used paint chips to make her egg-themed sight words, but you could also cut them out of construction … Read More...
Bingo is a fun game to play with a group of kids at just about any age. These printable bingo cards from Crafts on Sea have spring images and only use pictures, not words, so they’re great even for kids … Read More...
The Teddies for Ukraine project is a volunteer-based initiative that aims to provide comfort and support to children from Ukraine who have immigrated to Scotland. The project is focused on the creation of handmade teddy bears, which are knitted by … Read More...
It can be hard to know how to talk about war to kids, but even young kids often know a little bit about what is going on just from hearing the news or other people talking about it.
It’s a … Read More...
This sweet cross stitch pattern from DMC calls for an end to the war in Ukraine.
Using the national colors of blue and yellow, the floral design would be pretty with other words, or no words, inside as well.
The … Read More...
This simple cocoon cardigan knitting pattern is just the kind of thing I like to have on hand in spring when the evenings (and sometimes the days!) are still a little cool, or in summer when there’s too much air … Read More...
Hats are a wintertime essential in the colder parts of the world, but if you have curly hair, you probably know that hats can cause damage and make your hair extra frizzy.
The solution is to knit a silk cap … Read More...
The Piper Patchwork Handbag is the perfect way to show off your spring style! A super quick & fun crochet pattern that’s easy enough for beginners and creates a sensational accessory with a lot of texture and sass! Makes a … Read More...
Instead of dyeing eggs this year, why not knit your own? Knitting Easter eggs is a great way to use little leftover bits of yarn, and you can make them in different sizes easily by using different weights of yarn … Read More...
This sweet cat is ready to get into her garden now that spring is here!
The Frosted Pumpkin Stitchery has super cute seasonal cat and dog cross stitch patterns, but of course I couldn’t resist giving the spotlight to the … Read More...
This pretty colorwork shawl was designed by Svetlana Gordon as a statement against the Russian occupation of Ukraine.
On her Ravelry profile page she says:
… Read More...I refuse to accept the actions of the Russian Federation government and Russian troops invading
This cross stitch pattern showing the outline of Ukraine with a heart on Kyiv is a beautiful demonstration of thinking about and sending love and support to the people of Ukraine.
This pattern, from Koekoek, is usually sold but as … Read More...
I find it’s pretty easy to use up odd balls and bits of worsted weight yarn and sock yarn, but it’s not always simple to use up just a bit of bulky yarn. If you don’t have enough for a … Read More...
This adorable Easter basket cross-stitch pattern from Alita Designs is the perfect project to brighten up your spring season! With its charming design, this pattern is ideal for creating a small Easter card, or adding a festive touch to … Read More...
Here at Craft Gossip we try not to get too political, but it’s not a political statement to say that gay people exist, that their lives are vital to the fabric of our world and that they can’t be swept … Read More...
It’s getting to be that transitional time in both parts of the world where it might be cool part of the day are warm part of the day, or a completely different season from one day to the next.
A … Read More...
