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Yui placed her adorable photos behind die cut shapes of ornaments, adding sequins around each one for amazing shimmer and shine on this Disney Christmas layout. Take a closer look on the Paige Taylor Evans blog.
With Christmas over it’s … Read More...
My post the other day about snowflake math activities included a couple of things using pattern blocks, which are great manipulatives to have on hand for kids to play with in quiet times at home or in the classroom. … Read More...
If using some of your odd balls is on your list of resolutions for the new year (or whenever you’re reading this!) I’ve got a bunch of great patterns for you! Fingerless gloves are super handy (ha!) to have both … Read More...
Are you ready to express your affection with a personal touch? Dive into the world of handmade Valentine’s Day cards, where creativity meets heartfelt sentiments. In this collection, we bring you 12 delightful ideas that blend the charm of handmade … Read More...
With more and more people working from home, the need for a comfortable and ergonomic workspace has become increasingly important. Standing desks have become a popular option for those seeking a healthier alternative to sitting all day, and luckily, you … Read More...
Even if you don’t live somewhere that gets a lot of snow, adding snowflakes to your classroom themes can be a lot of fun. They’re a great way to learn about symmetry, patterns and just to use in math learning. … Read More...
As someone who loves crocheting and giving handmade gifts, I was thrilled to discover these 15 Fair Isle cowls that you can crochet and gift with these free and paid crochet patterns! Fair Isle crochet, also known as stranded crochet, … Read More...
Where I live it’s a rare thing to see snow in December (though a recent Facebook memory reminded me it snowed in mid-December once, 10 years ago!) but this time of year, whether there’s real snow on the ground or … Read More...
This beautiful blue layout from Valentina uses a digital die cut of a winter village cut from white cardstock and backed with knitted pattern paper designs. Take a closer look on the Paige Taylor Evans blog.
The Holidays are winding … Read More...
Next up on our tour of the nations of the world is Anguilla, a British territory in the Caribbean Sea.
Anguilla is mostly made up of one island that is about 16 miles long by 3 miles wide … Read More...
Now that it’s officially winter in the Northern Hemisphere, it seems like the perfect time to start knitting a blanket. I have a couple of different blanket projects (one knit and one crochet) that come out of hibernation for the … Read More...
Embrace the enchanting season with our collection of 10 handmade winter cards, where creativity meets the beauty of winter landscapes. Discover the artistry of stamping and die-cutting techniques that bring these cards to life, offering a blend of warmth and … Read More...
My daughter is 14 and she’s never stayed up until midnight on New Year’s Eve. She finds it boring (and as a lover of sleep I can’t say I blame her!). But there are plenty of ways you can mark … Read More...
When the Christmas crafting is done, we don’t have to stop thinking about winter. In fact, the winter season has barely started in the Northern Hemisphere, so we’ve got plenty of time to stitch up projects celebrating winter and snow. … Read More...
Kwanzaa is a celebration that often gets overlooked at school for lots of reasons, not the least of which being its celebrated when most kids are not in school, the week after Christmas.
But it’s an important celebration for kids … Read More...
Prepare to embark on a journey through a world of confectionery enchantment, where layers upon layers of flavor, texture, and creativity converge to create culinary masterpieces that are as stunning to behold as they are tantalizing to taste. In this … Read More...
Whether you have a long trip over the river and through the woods to your holiday gatherings, or just want to give kids something fun to do at home during their holiday break, these Christmas printable coloring pages and other … Read More...
Have you been around the online knitting community long enough to remember the winter everyone was knitting Baa-ble hats? It was 2015, which feels like ages ago. I never got around to knitting one (you can still get the pattern … Read More...
Using mostly round elements Kersten create a Christmas tree shape on a stark white background. Each element is very different using photos, clusters of beads, 3D paper ornaments, die cut rosettes and more. Find all the details on the Pinkfresh … Read More...
Every year when it starts getting cold, I think about the things I might want or need to make to help me get through the season without being so chilly. And probably every year I think about the fact that … Read More...
