After talking about mini cross-stitch patterns the other day, I decided to look around for some small Valentine’s Day cross stitch patterns that would be quick and easy to stitch.
Whether you just started stitching or just want a fun … Read More...
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Celebrate the Year of the Dragon
Chinese New Year (also sometimes called Lunar New Year) is February 10 this year, and to celebrate we’ve got a great collection of new year’s crafts. 2024 is the year of the dragon. Dragons are said to be charismatic, intelligent, … Read More...
Use Your Stash Faster by Holding Two Strands Together
One of my favorite ways to use up stash fast is working on projects where more than one strand of yarn is held together while you knit. This is an easy way to make a heavier weight yarn using what … Read More...
35+ Valentine’s Day Quilt Patterns
Welcome to a heartwarming journey through our curated collection of 35 exquisite Valentine’s Day quilts. In celebration of love and creativity, we’ve gathered an array of quilt patterns that beautifully capture the essence of this special day.
From classic designs … Read More...
12 Scrapbook Layouts with Lots of Love for Valentines and Beyond
This sweet Valentine’s Day layout features yummy baked goods and chocolate dipped strawberries on pattern papers, frames and stickers. Learn more over on the Creative Memories blog.
Valentine’s Day is coming up soon and it’s such a fun occasion to … Read More...
Bag Knitting Patterns Made with Sock Yarn
I’ve been writing posts for a while about things to do with sock yarn
that aren’t socks, and this month’s installment is bags. In keeping with the season and the idea that you might be wanting to use up some … Read More...
10 Valentine’s Day Card Ideas with Lots of Hearts
Channin created a two for one card set using the positive and negative hearts she die cut from a panel created with floral layering stencils. A touch of ink blending and heat embossed sentiment finish off the designs beautifully. Visit … Read More...
Polar Bear Learning Activites
After that post about penguin learning activities, I couldn’t resist sharing some polar bear activities, too. You can do a whole week of learning about cold-weather animals, or just throw in some polar bear activities to add to your … Read More...
10 Chocolate Strawberry Breakfast Ideas
Are you a fan of the classic flavor combination of chocolate and strawberries? Well, why not enjoy it for breakfast too? Chocolate and strawberries make a delicious and indulgent addition to your morning meal, and can be a great way … Read More...
Penguin Learning Activities for Kids
After talking about Antarctica the other day, it got me thinking about activities involving animals that live in cold climates. So today we’re taking a look at penguin learning activities.
To begin with the basics, Living Life and Learning has … Read More...
10 Checkered Lattice Quilt Tutorials to Inspire Your Quilting Journey
The Checkered Lattice Quilt pattern is a captivating design that brings a touch of elegance to your quilting projects.
Checkered lattice quilts have a rich history rooted in traditional quilting practices. The lattice design, characterized by intersecting lines forming a … Read More...
Funny Valentine’s Day Cross Stitch Patterns
If your love isn’t super romantic and cheesy, maybe you’d rather stitch up a little something to make you both laugh for Valentine’s Day. These funny designs are still sweet but with a punny or funny twist.
If you met … Read More...
13 Valentine Mug Rugs to Sew For Gifts
Sew a sweet little Valentine for a friend with these Valentine’s Day mug rug sewing tutorials. What’s a mug rug, you ask? It’s like a fabric coaster, but larger – big enough for a mug AND a little snag. Mug … Read More...
All About Antarctica for Kids
Antarctica is technically a continent, not a country, but I couldn’t resist throwing it in here (especially since it’s winter in the Northern Hemisphere). On average it’s the coldest, driest and windiest continent, and of course the least inhabited, with … Read More...
Henley Sweater Knitting Patterns
The type of sweater I’ve knit most often is a standard raglan, but my favorite kind of sweater to wear is a henley. (I went on and on about how much I love henleys, and the Achoo sweater in particular, … Read More...
10 Outdoor Winter Scrapbook Layout Ideas
Torn papers give the feeling of snowy hills and 3D sentiments add a dimensional element to this fun Winter Activities layout from Wendy. Learn more at the Bramble Fox blog.
It is cold and snowy where you live? We’ve had … Read More...
Activities for The Snowy Day
There are a lot of great winter-themed books that lend themselves to activities in the classroom or at home, and it’s great to read and explore winter books after the holiday break because it makes getting back to school a … Read More...
Knitting Patterns to Use Your Yarn Odd Balls
If you’ve been around here for much time at all, you probably know that I’m all about stash busting and projects that allow you to use little bits of yarn left over from other projects (or that random skein you … Read More...
12 Handmade Thank You Card Ideas
Mindy used new stamps and dies from Lawn Fawn for this darling Hedgehog and mushroom Thank You card with a funny pun. Visit the Mindy Eggen Designs blog for a closer look.
With the Holidays over hopefully you’ve had … Read More...
10 Romantic Chocolate Strawberry Breakfast Ideas
There is nothing quite as romantic as waking up to a special breakfast that has been prepared with love and care. And what better way to add a touch of romance to your morning routine than with chocolate-covered strawberries? … Read More...