Love is in the air, and what better way to celebrate Valentine’s Day than by infusing your accessories with a touch of romance? Dive into the world of crochet with our handpicked roundup of 20 heartwarming bag patterns, curated to … Read More...
Roundups of DIY ideas
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Valentine’s Day Art Projects for Kids
There are so many fun ways to make and decorate hearts and Valentine’s Day themed stuff! These projects are great to do with a class or at home, and they can be used to decorate the classroom or as gifts … Read More...
Use Your Yarn Leftovers on These Easy Scarf Knitting Patterns
I’m still deep in working on using my yarn leftovers, and if you are, too, I’ve got some more ideas for you. One of my favorite kinds of knitting projects for folks of all skill levels is scarves, because there … Read More...
Mardi Gras Activities for Kids
Mardi Gras isn’t a holiday that’s necessarily celebrated by a lot of kids, but it’s still fun to bring into the classroom if for no other reason than to bring some color in the middle of winter (beads, masks and … Read More...
Knitting Patterns that are Full of Heart
I’ve been writing here at Craft Gossip for a long time (something like 16 years!) and probably every year I’ve done at least one post related to Valentine’s Day knitting patterns. But every year it seems like there’s more to … Read More...
12 Valentine’s Day Scrapbook Layout Ideas
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner, and what better way to celebrate love than by capturing those sweet memories in a scrapbook? Whether you’re reminiscing about past holidays or crafting new pages, we’ve rounded up 12 gorgeous Valentine’s Day … Read More...
Year of the Dragon Cross Stitch Patterns
The coming new year is the year of the dragon in Chinese astrology, so let’s celebrate with some year of the dragon cross stitch patterns.
The green dragon cross stitch pattern from Creative House Pattern (via Etsy) also features the … Read More...
12 Interactive DIY Valentine’s Day Card Ideas
This card is so pretty in peach with a dry embossed textured background, golf foiled sentiment and interactive shaker element. Take a closer look on the Honey Bee Stamps blog.
Let’s jump straight into this roundup of 12 cards.
It’s … Read More...
Valentine’s Day STEM Activities
Every holiday gives us an opportunity for new twists on STEM activities, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. Whether you want to use candy in your experiments or use other materials, this roundup should get you thinking about fun STEM … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Language Activities
Valentine’s Day is a good time to get kids thinking about expressing their appreciation for other people, and lots of language arts activities this time of year center on that. For younger kids, using heart shapes to reinforce basic concepts … Read More...
Cute Animal Valentine’s Day Cross Stitch
This post needs to start with me asking you to help settle an argument going on in my mind: are gnomes animals? They’re not people, I guess mythical creatures? Maybe? I don’t know who to classify them.
It matters because … Read More...
12 Snow Much Fun Scrapbook Layouts
The pastel pinks and greys add such a soft look to this pretty page that has lots of snowflakes and loads of layers of winter pattern papers. I spotted this design on the Echo Park Instagram page.
Well, we finally … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Themed Math Activities
Valentine’s Day is a great time to incorporate holiday themes in the classroom. We could all use some colors by this time in winter, and the idea of showing love and friendship to everyone in the classroom is one we … Read More...
Ways to Join New Yarn without Weaving in Ends
Lots of knitters hate weaving in yarn ends, so it’s popular to wonder if there are ways to join in new yarn that don’t involve having to weave in ends when the knitting is done. Here’s a quick look at … Read More...
Bust Your Stash and Keep Warm at the Same Time
Last year I wrote a post all about using advent calendar minis, and this is a little bit more of the same, but it’s more of a focus on ways to use lot of different bits of stash that … Read More...
35+ Heart Shaped Quilt Patterns
Welcome to a celebration of love stitched in every seam! Hearts, a timeless symbol of affection, take center stage in our roundup of 35 heart-shaped quilt patterns and tutorials. As we dive into the world of quilting, we discover that … Read More...
Super Bulky Sock Knitting Patterns
I recently shared a collection of worsted weight sock knitting patterns, which is thicker than some people would like to wear in their shoes (I think they make great boot socks, though!). But if you’re not going to be … Read More...
All about Antigua and Barbuda for Kids
There are so many nations in the Caribbean that I’ve not heard of or have barely heard of. Antigua and Barbuda falls in that category, so let’s learn together!
Antigua and Barbuda Basics
Antigua and Barbuda is an independent nation … Read More...
15 DIY Rolling Planters On Wheels For Your Patio
Rolling into a world of both form and function, our collection of 15 DIY rolling planters for your patio is about to change the way you think about gardening. For those who appreciate the beauty of nature and the … Read More...
12+ DIY Valentine’s Day Treat Holder Ideas
Valentine’s Day isn’t just about cards—it’s about sweet treats and thoughtful gestures, too! If you’re looking for a creative way to present your homemade goodies or little gifts this season, you’ve come to the right place. We’ve gathered 12 DIY … Read More...