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There is something extra lovely about a handmade Christmas gift, especially when it is soft, squishy, slightly magical, and made with yarn from the stash you promised yourself you were definitely going to use up this year.
These crochet Christmas … Read More...
Through the years I’ve shared a lot of different fall themed activities, including pumpkin sensory activities, pumpkin STEM and apple STEM. If all of that isn’t enough, here are some apple themed sensory ideas for the classroom or … Read More...
I have often said that if you can add a holiday twist to a learning activity, it makes it just that much more fun to learn. And when it comes to Halloween learning activities, there are so many easy options … Read More...
We love our Halloween and Thanksgiving cross stitch patterns here at Craft Gossip, but if you want some projects that fit in the in-between holiday time or that are more generally fall themed, these harvest cross stitch patterns are a … Read More...
Yom Kippur is also known as the Day of Atonement in the Jewish calendar, and while that sounds pretty heavy it gives a great opportunity to teach kids about asking for forgiveness and starting each day trying to do better … Read More...
As soon as there’s the tiniest bit of fall feeling in the air, all I want to do is make pumpkins. I mostly knit pumpkins, but I have a few crocheted ones, too, and I just can’t get enough of … Read More...
When the stress and pressure is on to get a great dish on the table, nothing is more reassuring than knowing you’re prepared. With these make-ahead breakfast recipes, you can cater to a weekend easy brunch crowd or have a … Read More...
This all started with me browsing some of the sites I look at for patterns and content to share, and I found the Boba tea cat cross stitch pattern from JPCrochet.
This adorable project has a cat in the … Read More...
It’s finally time to add a touch of Halloween magic to every corner of your home – including your kitchen! Whether you’re hosting a haunted gathering or simply reveling in the festive spirit of the season, these Halloween-themed dishcloths are … Read More...
Are you intrigued by the idea of adding a personal touch to your yoga practice? Even if you’ve never stepped onto a yoga mat before, the world of yoga accessories offers a fascinating avenue for creative expression. Imagine arriving at … Read More...
After sharing some cute Halloween patterns the other day, let’s go in the other direction with some cross stitch patterns inspired by horror movies.
You can stitch up an actually still kind of cute Ghostface from Scream with this pattern … Read More...
Halloween used to be one of the biggest holidays when it came to classroom parties at my daughter’s school (they still do a lot in the lower grades, and the young ones go trick or treating in the upper school … Read More...
These ordinary plastic containers, once destined for the landfill, are about to be transformed into extraordinary creations that will ignite your creativity and add a touch of eco-friendly charm to your home and garden.
From whimsical party lanterns to functional … Read More...
I’m not much of a hat person, though I really want to be, but if I am going to wear a knit hat, odds are good I’m going to go for a ribbed hat.
Ribbed hats are great knitting projects … Read More...
Black cats have long been intertwined with the mystique of Halloween, serving as both symbols of good luck and omens of mischief. From ancient folklore to modern-day superstitions, these feline companions have captivated our imaginations for centuries.
Do you see … Read More...
Did you know the landlocked country of Bhutan is actually the most mountainous nation in the world? It’s also home to the tallest mountain that has never been climbed. The country didn’t have Internet, or even television, until 1999. Let’s … Read More...
Sometimes we tend toward the creepy and spooky when it comes to Halloween cross stitch patterns, but I also really projects with a Halloween spin that are also just cute. So this time let’s give some space to some adorable … Read More...
I had some fall literacy activities in my leaf reading and writing activities post, but I wanted to include a few more with a more general fall theme if you’re into that. See also my roundup of printable fall books … Read More...
There are so many ways to go when it to comes Halloween crafts for kids to make, I was feeling a little overwhelmed at how to narrow it down into a post that made sense. So instead of trying to … Read More...
Step into the cozy and nostalgic realm of crochet cables, where every stitch carries a tale of tradition and warmth. As someone who vividly recalls the days of sitting beside my grandma, her experienced hands guiding mine through the intricate … Read More...
