A few years ago I did a post about learning activities related to butterflies, but it didn’t include butterfly crafts, so let’s take a look at some fun butterfly crafts to do alongside your butterfly unit study or for … Read More...
Roundups of DIY ideas
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Learn about Fiji for Kids
Fiji is a country in the south Pacific made up of more than 330 islands — more than 100 of which are permanently inhabited — and more than 500 islets. Let’s take a closer look!
Fiji Basics
Officially the Republic … Read More...
Cross Stitching on Plastic Canvas
Last month I shared a post about three-dimensional options for cross stitch designs, and one of the things that was mentioned was doing cross stitch on plastic canvas. This isn’t something I’ve ever done (though I have stitched straight … Read More...
Bring Back Moon Joy with Artemis II Inspired Activities
It’s always fun to learn about the moon, but if your kids (at home or in the classroom) got into the Artemis II mission, no’s a great time to bring some moon and NASA themed learning activities into the classroom. … Read More...
Cute Father’s Day Cross Stitch Patterns
As a crafter I tend to pay more attention to Mother’s Day than I do to Father’s Day, but fathers deserve love and stitched tokens of appreciation, too, so let’s take a look at some cute Father’s Day cross stitch … Read More...
Pretty Ribbed Tops to Knit
Every year there are more great summer tops to knit, and this year a bunch of them that caught my eye used ribbing as a pattern element, not just an edging. Let’s take a look at some fun ribbed tops … Read More...
The Dazzling Beauty of these 35 Lone Star Quilt Patterns
Few quilt patterns capture the imagination quite like the Lone Star quilt. With its intricate design and bold geometric layout, this timeless pattern has been a favorite among quilters for generations. Whether you’re drawn to its mesmerizing symmetry, its potential … Read More...
30 Things To Sew With Leather
?Embarking on leather crafting offers a fulfilling journey into creating durable and stylish accessories. Whether you’re utilizing a domestic sewing machine or hand-stitching, understanding the appropriate techniques and patterns is crucial. This guide explores various leather patterns, distinguishing between … Read More...
5 Quilt Block Design Books Every Quilter Should Own
(Block Libraries That Turn One Idea Into Endless Quilts)
One of the easiest ways to become a more confident quilter is to start thinking in blocks instead of full quilt patterns
When you have a good quilt block reference book … Read More...
Sanrio and Hello Kitty Activities
Bring a little fun to the classroom or use these Sanrio character activity sheets at home for your Hello Kitty loving kiddo.
Make an easy and adorable Hello Kitty bookmark complete with decorated pasta bow with these instructions from Artsy … Read More...
10 Scrap-Friendly Flower Quilt Blocks to Bust Your Fabric Stash
If you’ve been quilting for any length of time, you’ve got scraps. Not the neat, coordinated kind you see in perfectly styled sewing rooms online. I mean the real scraps — the leftover binding strips, the almost-too-small fat quarter pieces, … Read More...
Sandcastle Cross Stitch Patterns
It might be a little early as I write this to be thinking about summer vacation, but let’s take a look at some sandcastle cross stitch patterns while we’re dreaming of the beach.
I love this little sandcastle in a … Read More...
Activities for the Feast of St. Anthony
St. Anthony of Padua is celebrated on his feast day of June 13. Born in Lisbon, Portugal, in 1195, he was made a saint just a year after he died, and is known as the patron saint of lost items … Read More...
Knit Projects Covered with Butterflies
Butterflies are a common source of inspiration for all sorts of artists, and their colors and shapes are a lot of fun for knitters, too. Check out these knitting patterns that include butterfly motifs.
If you want to start simple, … Read More...
Learning about Ethiopia for Kids and Free Coloring Sheets
Ethiopia is a landlocked country in the Horn of Africa that’s officially known as the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia. Let’s learn more about this diverse country.
Ethiopia Basics
Ethiopia is the place where anatomically modern human life began. It … Read More...
Easy Crafts to Make for Father’s Day
Homemade gifts are the best for holidays like Mother’s Day and Father’s Day, and these easy Father’s Day crafts are great for kids to help with and that make useful gifts for dad.
I love a good picture frame craft … Read More...
Patriotic Cross Stitch to Celebrate America 250
The United States has a pretty big birthday coming up, and lots of cross stitchers seem to be celebrating with commemorative patriotic cross stitch designs. If you want to stitch up something special for America 250, check out these patriotic … Read More...
Knit Summer Tops with a Bit of Lace
This time of year I annually try to convince everyone that you can still knit and wear knit garments in the summer. One way to do that is knitting short sleeved or sleeveless shirts. But you can make it even … Read More...
Let’s Get Buzzing About World Bee Day
I did a post all about bee learning activities last year, not realizing that May 20 is World Bee Day. So let’s gather some more fun activities to do with bees or with a bee theme, for World Bee Day … Read More...
14 Nautical and Beach Quilt Patterns for Seaside Stitching
There’s something about nautical quilts that feels like a little holiday in fabric form. Sailboats, beach huts, whales, sea glass colours, lighthouses, and wavey coastal prints all have that breezy, summer-house charm that works just as well in a guest … Read More...