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Indulge in the irresistible charm of the holiday season with this adorable gingerbread house cross stitch pattern presented by Anchor. Overflowing with whimsy and delight, this enchanting design is the perfect addition to your Christmas or winter decor, guaranteed to … Read More...
I love knit ornaments (and will be sharing a bunch in the coming days!) because they are quick to knit, a great way to show off your hobby in your decor, and they make great gifts/tags/additions to gift bags.
They’re … Read More...
Here’s one for kids learning their colors and counting. This printable I spy game is covered with colored Christmas lights for kids to find and count.
It’s super low prep but you do need a color printer. Or maybe print … Read More...
Figgy pudding isn’t a holiday tradition where I am from, but I know it’s a traditional must have for a lot of people. If you don’t have a real figgy pudding, or just want to commemorate your love for them … Read More...
Immerse yourself in the enchanting ambiance of Christmas with this delightful sampler brought to you by the renowned cross-stitch brand, Oven. This exquisite piece captures the very essence of the holiday season, instantly transporting you into a world of festive … Read More...
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...
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...
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...
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...
‘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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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 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...
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...
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...