I’ve been working on a series of posts about ways to use leftover worsted weight yarn, and it seems to me that knit amigurumi is a great place to start. Not only is knitting little animals (or other things, but … Read More...
Roundups of DIY ideas
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12 Snowman Holiday and Christmas Card Ideas
Unveiling the Magic of Winter with 12 Snowman Holiday and Christmas Card Ideas
The winter season brings with it a canvas of pristine snow, frost-kissed landscapes, and the enchanting allure of snowmen. As we embrace the holiday spirit, what better … Read More...
Elf on the Shelf Ideas for the Classroom
If you have a classroom elf, it can be hard to come up with Elf on the Shelf
style ideas every day along with all the other things you have to do in the crazy runup to the holidays.
My … Read More...
Snowflake Cross Stitch Patterns
I know it might not be feeling all that wintry where you are (we typically go back and forth a lot before it decides to solidly be winter where I live sometime in December) but if you want to tempt … Read More...
10 Christmas Scrapbook Layout Ideas
This sweet layout breaks the page into two sections with different pattern papers, adding the photos in a staggered row between them along with images and sentiments clustered around the pics and bottom layer. I spotted this design on the … Read More...
Christmas Stocking Patterns to Knit
When I added writing a post about Christmas stocking knitting patterns to my list for November, I went back to look at some old pattern roundups to make sure I wasn’t repeating patterns and I had to laugh at myself … Read More...
12 Christmas Tree Card Ideas using Stamps and Dies
The holiday season is synonymous with spreading joy and warmth, and what better way to convey your sentiments than through the art of handmade Christmas cards. The compilation explores a diverse range of techniques, from the timeless elegance of stamping … Read More...
Christmas Village Cross Stitch Patterns
I always feel a little weird sharing holiday patterns as early as I know I need to for people to be able to make them for the current year’s holiday season, but in this case we might already be too … Read More...
Christmas Tree Cross Stitch Patterns
The past couple of years we haven’t put up a Christmas tree because we have cats that can’t be trusted. I’m thinking of getting a tabletop tree this year, but I also think it would be fun to craft a … Read More...
40 Crochet Patterns For Christmas Holly Projects
Welcome to our collection of 40 crochet holly patterns! Holly has long been a symbol of the holiday season, and it’s not hard to see why. With its bright red berries and evergreen leaves, holly brings a touch of … Read More...
10 Keto Recipes For Pizza Lovers
If you’re a pizza lover who’s also following a keto diet, you might be feeling like you’re missing out on one of your favorite foods. But fear not! There are plenty of delicious keto-friendly pizza recipes out there that will … Read More...
Thanksgiving Printables for the Table
If you’ve got a bunch of kids (or even just a couple of kids) coming over for Thanksgiving, you might need some things to entertain them while they wait for the food to be ready. These Thanksgiving printables are great … Read More...
12 Holiday Poinsettia Card Ideas
Poinsettias, scientifically known as Euphorbia pulcherrima, have become synonymous with Christmas, adorning homes and festive displays worldwide. Originating from Mexico, they were first introduced to the United States by Joel Poinsett, the first U.S. Ambassador to Mexico, in the early … Read More...
Knit Holiday Hats with Fox and Pine Stitches
Fox and Pine Stitches has an array of holiday-themed knitting patterns for you to choose from, if you’re looking for Santa hats, stocking caps or other projects with a winter theme. I couldn’t decide which ones to share so here’s … Read More...
Learn about Indigenous People Who Made a Difference
If you feel a little icky about celebrating American Thanksgiving, you aren’t alone. While gratitude is always a good thing, the roots of the holiday aren’t great, and it’s important to honor the indigenous people who were already here and … Read More...
12 Autumn Leaves Scrapbooking Layout Ideas
This layout has a large leaf die cut cut from the background and stitched around the edges, it’s filled with rows of pattern paper chained stitched in scallops. Take a closer look at this stunning design on the Paige Taylor … Read More...
Easy Sweater Knitting Patterns
It’s definitely the season for knitting sweaters if you’re in the Northern Hemisphere. I feel like I’ve shared a lot of roundups of sweater knitting patterns through the years, and this time I wanted to highlight a few different construction … Read More...
Santa Cross Stitch Patterns
‘Tis the season for holiday crafting, and a classic Christmas cross stitch theme is cross stitched Santas. These sweet designs are great to use as home decor or give to a friend who collects Santa things.
The Enchanting Christmas design … Read More...
Learning about Algeria for Kids
Our next stop on our nations of the world tour is Algeria. The People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria is located in northern Africa.
Algeria Basics
Albania is bordered by the Mediterranean Sea and the nations of Tunisia, Libya, Niger, Mali, … Read More...
16 Autumn Thank You Card Ideas using Stamps, Stencils and Dies
In a world dominated by digital communication, the tradition of expressing gratitude through handwritten thank-you cards has taken a back seat. It’s an opportune moment to reflect on the nostalgic beauty and significance of this age-old practice.
In the … Read More...