This beautiful wreath layout was created with lots and lots of fussy cut flowers cut from floral pattern paper. Find some helpful tips for fussy cutting over on The Cherry on Top blog.
There are several basic designs that can … Read More...
Roundups of DIY ideas
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Stitch Up Different Kinds of Herringbone Stitches
A few months ago I wrote a post all about horizontal herringbone stitch, an admittedly kind of weird stitch pattern that has a very cool woven look to it. At the time I mentioned that there are lots of … Read More...
Colorwork Cardigan Knitting Patterns
As I go about my perusal of the Internet and social media, I collect knitting patterns of various types that catch my eye. Sometimes a single pattern will inspire me to write a whole post, while other times I wait … Read More...
14 Spring Card Making Ideas with Birds and Butterflies
These sweet stamped birds are getting ready for a new arrival among pretty pink Cherry Bloom branches. I spotted this card on the sunnystudiostamps Instagram page.
I spotted the first yellow Buttercups blooming and it’s getting me so happy for … Read More...
Easter Egg Cross Stitch Patterns
It can be hard covering the same holidays in the same crafts from year to year because I feel like I’ve already written about everything that’s out there. When I wrote about religious Easter patterns the other day I didn’t … Read More...
Unlock the Magic of Miniature Crochet: 30 Micro Patterns to Wow Your Friends
Micro-crocheting, the art of creating tiny crochet crafts with a size no larger than a fingertip, has emerged as a captivating trend within the crochet community. These miniature wonders, often crafted using sewing thread and crochet hooks as small as … Read More...
All About Armenia for Kids
Armenia is a landlocked nation in Asia that is the next stop on our nations of the world tour!
Armenia Basics
The Republic of Armenia is part of the Caucasus region of western Asia and is bordered by Georgia, Azerbaijan, … Read More...
Get Ready to Go ‘Aww’: 40+ Irresistibly Cute Koala Crochet Patterns Unveiled
Embark on a whimsical journey through the eucalyptus-filled world of crochet as we bring you a delightful roundup of 40 Koala-inspired crochet patterns! From adorable amigurumi toys that will melt your heart to cozy blankets and charming beanies, this collection … Read More...
Easter Cross Stitch Patterns with a Religious Theme
Easter is all about the bunnies and eggs for a lot of people, but it is of course a religious holiday, so if you’re looking to stitch up a religious themed Easter cross stitch pattern, this collection is for you.… Read More...
Get Ready for Easter Egg Hunts with These 30 Adorable Crochet Easter Basket Patterns! Craft Your Own Basket of Joy Today
As Easter approaches, why not add a touch of handmade charm to your festivities with beautifully crafted crochet Easter baskets? We’ve curated a roundup of 30 delightful designs that combine functionality with a sprinkle of creativity. Whether you’re a seasoned … Read More...
Celebrate Reading with Read Across America Day
March 2 is officially Read Across America Day as it celebrates the birthday of Dr. Seuss, but many schools do a full week of celebrations that might be Seuss-themed, reading themed or both.
Last year I did a bunch of … Read More...
12 Pet Lovers Scrapbook Page Ideas
This amazing layout has lots of heart with several “love” sentiments but the stand out is the stunning quilted paper squares that create a calico cat face! Learn more about how Heidi created this design on the Paige Taylor Evans … Read More...
Gingham Knitting Patterns
I have to admit that I have done gingham/plaid/buffalo check in crochet before, but never in knitting. This might be the year to change that, so come along with me while I explore some gingham knitting patterns.
The first one … Read More...
18 DIY Cloches You Can Make For Your Home Decor
Step into the enchanting world of DIY cloches, where creativity meets functionality to elevate your home decor and garden aesthetics. In this roundup, we bring you a curated selection of 18 imaginative and practical DIY cloche projects that can transform … Read More...
12 Postage and Mail Inspired Handmade Card Ideas
This adorable card looks like an international airmail postcard with stiped border, canceled faux stamp and cute stamped mice on paper airplanes soaring among the clouds. Learn more on the Lawn Fawn blog.
There’s a recent trend in card making … Read More...
Learning Activities Using Shamrocks
A while back I shared a roundup of shamrock themed math activities, and I thought it was time to share some more fun learning activities that you can do with shamrocks because they’re such a fun shape.
Make a … Read More...
Get Cozy with 25 Fair Isle Beanie Crochet Patterns – Your Winter Wardrobe Will Thank You!
Welcome to our collection of 25 Fair Isle Beanie Crochet patterns! Fair Isle crochet, also known as stranded crochet, is a technique that involves carrying multiple strands of yarn and crocheting with them in a specific pattern to create beautiful, … Read More...
25+ Other Ways To Eat Graham Cracker Cereal and Crackers
If you are from another country or planet and can’t buy Graham crackers, then we have added a recipe below for making your own Graham crackers and our very own Cookie recipe too.
If you live in Australia and you … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day STEM Activities
Teachers are always looking for ways to infuse a little more fun into learning, and St. Patrick’s Day gives us a great opportunity to do that, with clover, leprechauns, and everything green. And there are so many fun STEM learning … Read More...
Celtic Inspired Cross Stitch Patterns
If you want a cross stitch pattern to honor your Irish heritage, or something to decorate for St. Patrick’s Day that isn’t all shamrocks and leprechauns (though those things are totally fine, too!) check out this little collection of Celtic … Read More...