Do you have a green thumb and a penchant for do-it-yourself projects that enhance your outdoor spaces? If so, you’re in for a treat with this curated roundup! We’ve scoured the corners of the DIY gardening world to bring you … Read More...
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12 Handmade Wedding Card Ideas
This lovely card from Nicki uses a dry embossing folder to create the raised design, she used ink pads to add some color. Learn more about this design and see 5 other cards with the same folder over on the … Read More...
Bluey Activities and Crafts
I know a lot of older kids watch Bluey, but my daughter never really has, so I’m a bit behind on all the love for this Australian series about a family of dogs. I’ve actually seen most of the Bluey … Read More...
20+ Wide Leg Pants Sewing Patterns for Effortless Elegance and Comfort
Are you ready to elevate your wardrobe with a touch of effortless elegance and comfort? Look no further than the wide leg pants sewing patterns! Whether you’re a seasoned sewist or just starting your sewing journey, wide leg pants offer … Read More...
Learn about Bahrain for Kids
Bahrain, officially the kingdom of Bahrain, is an island nation in West Asia that sits in the Persian Gulf. It’s composed of both natural and man-made islands, which gives you a chance to talk about how man-made islands are made … Read More...
Camping Themed Cross Stitch Patterns
I have only been camping in a tent a few times in my life and I have to say I don’t enjoy it. But I know some people do, and if camp life is the best life for you, you’ll … Read More...
Butterfly Learning Activities and Crafts
Butterflies are starting to show up where I live, and my daughter and I are excited to volunteer this summer at the butterfly house at our local botanical garden. She already knows a lot about butterflies, but for the rest … Read More...
T-Shirt Knitting Patterns
I feel like I share a lot of summer tops and tanks, even though surely I don’t share more of them than I do sweaters, for example. See: easy tops | lacy tops | more summer tops as a few … Read More...
12 Scrapbook Layouts with Rainbows of Color
This beautiful layout from Anna has a rainbow of colors made from rows and rows of flowers in similar shades. This is a terrific way to add lots of color to a design. I love the little sentiment strips she … Read More...
Fun End of the School Year Activities for the Classroom
I’ve written a lot over the years about different ways to mark the end of the school year, from printable award ribbons to making books, writing memories on stars, counting down to the end of the year, and … Read More...
12 Handmade Father’s Day Card Ideas
Jennifer created a gorgeous outdoor scene of a Father Bear and his child with a heart warming sentiment using stamps colored with Copic Markers. I adore her hand drawn background! Visit the My Favorite Things blog for a closer look.… Read More...
Beach Cross Stitch Patterns
This is the time of year when I start wishing it were time for a beach vacation (and my daughter has decided she doesn’t like the beach so the answer to that might be about five more years). Whether you … Read More...
Patriotic Crafts for Kids
With Memorial Day right around the corner, it feels like we are hitting patriotic crafting season in the United States. We happen to have lots of patriotic holidays during the summer, so anything red, white and blue fits right in. … Read More...
Strawberry Activities for Kids
Strawberry season has already come and gone where I live, but I still think of strawberries as being a transition between spring and summer. They’re fun to talk about and explore any time of year, but if strawberries are in … Read More...
Knitting Patterns for Your Summer Picnic
I was thinking about sharing some patriotic knitting patterns going into Memorial Day/Flag Day/Fourth of July, but I’ve done plenty of those in the past (see: patriotic knitting patterns, and more patriotic knits and some more here).
But … Read More...
12 Beachy Scrapbook Layouts Inspired by Mermay
Here’s the perfect layout for Mermay, a darling girl dressed as everyone’s favorite little mermaid, Ariel! The bold pinks and reds bring a vibrant color palette, accented with flowers, shells and fun mermaid sentiments. I spotted this page on Jael … Read More...
America Cross Stitch Patterns
I feel like Memorial Day is the start of patriotic season in the United States. We have Memorial Day, Flag Day and the Fourth of July in a three-month span, and it feels like it’s always appropriate to have summer … Read More...
12 Mermaid Cards for MerMay
There are so many fun sea creatures you can include in Mermaid cards like these adorable otters on Amy’s card. She used stamps from Hello Bluebird for her scene, colored with Copic Markers. Take a closer look at her Thousand … Read More...
Outdoor Learning Areas and Ideas
When my daughter was really young, she went to an at-home daycare with a great backyard full of fun things for the kids to do. They had water tables and a sand area, birdfeeders and a place to do sidewalk … Read More...
Elevate His Style: Discover 23 Must-Have Crochet Patterns Tailored Specifically for Men
Are you tired of struggling to find the perfect gift for the men in your life? Do you want to add a personal touch to their wardrobe while showcasing your crochet skills? Look no further! In ‘Elevate His Style,’ we’ve … Read More...