These Halloween count it sheets from Mrs. Gilchrist’s Class are super cute and a quick low-prep activity for the classroom or at home.
(Scroll down a bit on the page to find this printable and a hidden sight words printable, … Read More...
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by Sarah White
These Halloween count it sheets from Mrs. Gilchrist’s Class are super cute and a quick low-prep activity for the classroom or at home.
(Scroll down a bit on the page to find this printable and a hidden sight words printable, … Read More...
Plaids are perfect for Fall and Autumn cards and Tanya has two different way you can create your own custom plaid designs. She’ll show you how easy it is to stamp them out or paint them yourself using watercolors. For … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Upcycled denim makes beautiful Christmas ornaments! Claire at Pillar Box Blue created these upcycled denim star Christmas ornaments from scraps of old jeans. The variation in the colors of denim shows off the piecing. Add some hand stitching and a … Read More...
Heather Tonklin is missing her classroom at school as she’s currently teaching virtual classes on line. She designed this layout with a photo of her class using a grid design with different squares of school themed patterned paper, the faux … Read More...
by Sarah White
This Let’s Give Thanks cross stitch pattern featuring three colorful turkeys looks like a lot of fun to stitch and have on display for your holiday meal.
It’s a free pattern from Smart Cross Stitch, and it uses 13 colors … Read More...
by Sarah White
I know knitting patterns don’t belong to one gender, but Jane Richmond did call this the Men’s Classic Raglan so we’ll go with that. But I would totally wear this sweater every day so let’s just knit and wear what … Read More...
Perfect as an introduction to ribbon embroidery, this forget-me-not flower pattern is lovely. Forget-me-nots appear throughout history. They were Henry the IV’s emblem. It is also said that the name comes from a German tale. According to the legend, a … Read More...
If you are looking for whimsical, traditional and farmhouse-style Christmas ideas, then look no further! This book is filled with 31 amazing holiday designs to deck your halls, plus designs that will help you give the perfect handmade gift to … Read More...
This quilting pattern is all about Gnomes, this is listed as a Christmas pattern, but gnomes have expanded out of their seasonal box and can now be celebrated ALL year around. You can purchase this pattern here.
Get 2 quilts … Read More...
Add a bit of joy (and color) to someone’s day with this creative card tutorial by Kristi Nazzaro! In this tutorial, Kristi shares how she transforms a large Dylusions tag into a clever peekaboo card featuring the latest additions … Read More...
This cute (and slightly grumpy :)) looking black cat is all bundled up and ready for Fall. Jil used new dies from Art Impressions to create this fun Gift Card Holder that anyone would be delighted to receive. I love … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Learn how to make a pillowcase in minutes with a burrito pillowcase pattern! This DIY pillowcase looks better than most store-bought ones and it will last much longer as well! This pillowcase tutorial by Hellosewing will help you sew a … Read More...
I’m an avid reader and love seeing pages about others love for reading. The beautiful layout from Kelley Janes documents a gift she received for a book subscription. Her journaling and a photo from the book club is surrounded by … Read More...
This fall leaf aluminum foil craft is fun for adults and kids alike! The image of a fall leaf is portrayed in relief in just a few easy steps. It’s almost like doing leaf rubbings, but with a twist.
Take … Read More...
by Sarah White
Tracing designs and words is a great way to practice fine-motor skills, and adding a seasonal spin just makes it that much more fun.
Tot Schooling has a great set of printable tracing designs for Halloween where kids can complete … Read More...
by Sarah White
I have only done really basic brioche knitting (pretty much just straight pieces in one or two colors) and it’s a lot of fun but I’ve been hesitant to do a project with shaping because it looks scary.
Of course … Read More...
Got toilet paper? Lots of it now? I ended up buying what I call “gas station toilet paper” that super thin rough stuff. Here is a fun craft and game that you can use it with and then it I … Read More...
Until I saw this pattern book from Annie’s Craft Store, I was not familiar with Monk’s Cloth or Swedish Weaving (sometimes known as Huck embroidery). Now that I know a little bit more about it, I’m intrigued. It’s a … Read More...
25 Easy & Delicious Thanksgiving Recipes! Download it now for FREE on Kindle unlimited
Are you looking for delicious Thanksgiving recipes to share with your family this holiday season? This simple Thanksgiving cookbook has 25 step-by-step Thanksgiving recipes and treats … Read More...
“The latest entry in the ’60 Quick Knits’ series focuses on beginner-friendly projects knit in budget-friendly yarn. While the requisite hats and scarves are included, the designers branch out into shawls and wraps, socks, cowls, mittens, and simple … Read More...