I’m excited to have finally made it to Australia on our tour of the world, both because I know that there are lots of resources available for learning about Australia and because the good people who own this website live … Read More...
Roundups of DIY ideas
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Knits for Babies Using Worsted Weight Yarn
I know people typically think of lighter weight yarns when they think of knitting for babies. One of the terms used for light weight yarn is even “baby yarn.” But I think there are a lot of valid reasons to … Read More...
Learning about the Weather with Kids
Springtime is prime time for learning about the weather where I live, because in the southern United States, spring tends to be the time with the weirdest weather. Kids need to know about storms and tornadoes so they can be … Read More...
12 Easter Scrapbook Layout Ideas with FREEBIES
This adorable Easter layout uses an adorable bunny photo filter on some little cuties along with some easy paper weaving to add nice texture and color with some added clusters of Springtime embellishments. Learn more at the Doodlebug blog.
The … Read More...
Spring Word Art Cross Stitch Patterns
Last year I shared some fun Easter word art cross stitch patterns with you, but if you don’t want to be quite that specific so you can leave your stitching on display longer, here are some options for spring word … Read More...
Make Your Own Lemon & Lavendar Cleaning Spray
Introducing the gateway to a greener, cleaner home – behold the Lemon & Lavender Cleaning Spray! Crafted with love and expertise by Shellie Wilson, our home crafts extraordinaire at Craftbits, this DIY elixir promises to revolutionize your cleaning routine.… Read More...
12+ DIY Easter Treat Holders
Renee’ created adorable girl and boy Easter bunny bags using stamps, giving them cute clothes using a paper piecing technique with pattern paper. Learn more over on the Art Impressions blog.
Easter will be hopping it’s way to us before … Read More...
35+ Stunning DIY School Formal Dress Sewing Patterns for Unforgettable Proms and Weddings
Dressing up for special occasions like weddings, proms, and school formals offers a unique opportunity to express your personal style and make lasting memories. Whether you’re attending a glamorous wedding celebration, dancing the night away at prom, or stepping out … Read More...
23 Easy To Make Whoopie Pies
When it comes to whoopie pies, there’s a lot of debate about what they actually are. Are they cookies or cakes? Do they have a filling or not? And what’s with all the different names? As someone who has never … Read More...
Making Easter Meaningful for Kids
Easter can often turn into more of a celebration of spring than a religious holiday, but for Christians the story of Jesus’ death and resurrection are the center of this observance. While all the decorated eggs and baby animals are … Read More...
Learn How To Do Phulkari Embroidery
Phulkari embroidery, originating in Punjab, is a cultural gem cherished for its vibrant colors and intricate designs. Let’s delve into the fascinating world of Phulkari embroidery, uncovering its history, techniques, and cultural significance.
Phulkari’s roots trace back to the 15th … Read More...
Celebrating Holi with Kids
Holi is an important Indian festival that celebrates spring as well as the triumph of good over evil. It’s a very colorful holiday and even involves throwing colored powder around, so you can be sure this is one kids of … Read More...
Broken Rib Knitting Patterns
Broken rib is a fun and easy knitting stitch that can be worked on any number of stitches. One row is knit and the second row is worked like ribbing. Repeating those two rows gets you a knit fabric with … Read More...
Baby Animal Cross Stitch Patterns
Spring is the time we start thinking about and maybe stitching up little rabbits and chicks and the like, but there are plenty of other cute baby animals we can make, whether for a nursery or just to add cuteness … Read More...
12 St. Patrick’s Day Scrapbook Layout Ideas
Maureen’s layout has pretty pattern papers with plaids, shamrocks, hearts and polka dot. There’s also a coordinating banner, heart and shamrock embellishment with an orange die cut title to stand out from all the green. I spotted this idea on … Read More...
Sweater Scarf Knitting Patterns
I’m a fan of a full-length sweater pretty much all the time, but lately I’ve been seeing the appeal of a sweater scarf. These designs are sort of like a super-long shrug (sometimes also wider than a shrug would typically … Read More...
12 Handmade Easter Bunny Card Ideas
The new Mr. Rabbit stamp set from Tim Holtz is very dapper and can be used not only for Easter but lots of other occasions too. Caly covered his bow tie with tied pink ribbon and added eggs and jelly … Read More...
Cross Stitch for Women’s History Month
March is celebrated as Women’s History Month, so why not stitch up some great iconic women from history to celebrate?
Debs Cross Stitch has this awesome kit for a women who made history cross stitch project, which features famous women … Read More...
Discover the Ultimate Rainbow Extravaganza: 30+ Mind-Blowing Crochet Patterns That Will Fill Your World with Color
Welcome to a world bursting with color and creativity – a world where rainbows dance across stitches and every hue of the spectrum comes to life in crochet form. In this vibrant collection, we present over 30 dazzling crochet patterns … Read More...
Spring Flower Cross Stitch Patterns
I know it’s not until April we talk about showers bringing flowers, but if you need to see some blooms in the meantime, why not stitch yourself a bunch of spring flowers with these cross stitch patterns?