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Welcome to our collection of 23 Christmas Nutcracker Crochet patterns! The nutcracker is a beloved Christmas tradition that has been enjoyed by families all around the world for centuries.
The history of the nutcracker dates back to the early 19th … Read More...
These designs range from classic and traditional, to elegant and sophisticated, to whimsical and fun. Whether you’re looking to create a winter wonderland in your home or add a touch of elegance to your holiday decor, you’ll find the perfect … Read More...
In addition to creating cards using your paper crafting products is also a great way to create custom gifts for friends and family. Gaylynn used adorable Winnie the Pooh stamps along with glitter cardstock and ribbon to make these wonderful … Read More...
Autumn is here and it’s the perfect time to start working on those Thanksgiving scrapbook layouts, gratitude journals, pages and documenting all the things we’re grateful for. And this amazing die cut is just the thing to add to your … Read More...
The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the beloved tradition of Secret Santa. Whether you’re participating in an office exchange, a virtual gathering, or a festive family reunion, finding the ideal gift can turn the game into … Read More...
I love a good handmade Christmas ornament, and some of these patterns literally are meant to be ornaments, while others are patterns of ornaments, which you could probably make into ornaments or stitch up to hang near the tree. They’d … Read More...
Yes, that’s right the glorious TP tube makes a “shiny” new recycled craft. Well, maybe not new but new to me. And can you say easy? All ages of crafter can get in on this recycled tp tube star, especially … Read More...
Celebrate the Festival of Lights with 6 different coloring pages. You’ll find traditional and whimsical Hanukkah designs like this adorable dog, different styles of menorah, dreidels, a star of David and more. These pages are FREE to download, print and … Read More...
Introducing the Christmas Baby Little Elf Outfit, a charming and festive outfit that is perfect for your baby’s first Christmas. This outfit features an adorable elf design, complete with a hat, sweater, trousers, mittens, and bootees. The outfit is … Read More...
Erica used products from Doodlebug to create this super sweet Gingerbread House Shaped Mini Album. She started with the Home Sweet Home house album for the base and used products from the Gingerbread Kisses line to decorate the cover and … Read More...
This week’s free pattern is actually four free patterns, all from Wool and the Gang, all inspired by accessories a ballerina might wear, but that you can also enjoy even if you’re not a dancer.
First, there’s the ballet scrunchie… Read More...
Hanukkah is family time, and it’s a great time to do some crafting together. From star of David crafts to menorahs and dreidels, here are some fun options for Hanukkah crafts for kids.
If you want to make your own … Read More...
Teddy bears are a timeless classic that never go out of style. As a crocheter, I love nothing more than creating my own adorable teddy bears. That’s why I was thrilled to discover the Red Heart Crochet Huggable Bear pattern. … Read More...
The Cabled Bag knit pattern uses Patons Canadiana worsted weight yarn, which is a great choice for a knitted bag. This yarn is a blend of acrylic and wool which is strong, durable, and has a good stitch definition. It … Read More...
Is this not the most adorable little squirrel made with acorns? I mean, acorns are cute all by themselves but then to transform them into something as cute as a squirrel? I call that a perfect recycled craft. Over at … Read More...
If you’ve been looking around the Internet for cross stitch patterns for very long, you’ve probably come across Stitch People, which specializes in cross-stitched portraits. While they provide a lot of different patterns to stitch a lot of different … Read More...
I wanted to do a post of Santa knitting patterns, but maybe not in the way you would expect. Instead of sharing a bunch of Santa dolls, I wanted to point you to Santa-themed patterns that might or might not … Read More...
“The Happy Blooms Blanket Crochet Pattern is a great way to put your creativity to the test and make a unique and beautiful blanket that’s perfect for snuggling up on the couch or for adding a pop of color to … Read More...
If you’ve been reading this page for very long, you probably know that one of my obsessions (or shall we say interests?) is using yarn stash as much as possible. I have an unreasonable stash, and I’m guessing I’m not … Read More...
It seems especially important this year for all of us to reflect on the story of Hanukkah (if you need a refresher here’s a quick video on the subject) and incorporate Hanukkah learning activities at home or in the classroom.… Read More...
