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...
Roundups of DIY ideas
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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...
Knitting Patterns to Use Your Advent Calendar Minis
I have always been tempted by indie dyers who do yarn advent calendars. It sounds so fun to get a new little ball of yarn every day for a month, but I’ve never done it because I’m not sure what … Read More...
11 Cute Halloween Scrapbook Layout Ideas with a FREEBIE
This cute Halloween layout has bright yellow with pinks and blue and even some florals added for a sweet design created with lots of fun die cuts. Visit the Paige Taylor Evans blog for more details.
Halloween is over, … Read More...
Christmas Stocking Cross Stitch Patterns
Everyone in my family has a knit Christmas stocking, so it would never occur to me to cross stitch a stocking, but it’s possible (albeit a lot of work!) and would definitely be an heirloom piece for anyone you make … Read More...
Walking Dead Cross Stitch Patterns
I should know by now that there are cross stitch designs (as well as crochet patterns, and usually lots of other crafts as well) to go with any fandom you can think of, but with it being Halloween time I … Read More...
Sock Yarn Gloves Knitting Patterns
Last month I shared a collection of knit fingerless gloves and mitten knitting patterns using sock yarn, and I had intended to include actual gloves in that collection but I decided they needed their own post instead.
Here are a … Read More...
Easy Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids
If you want to make Thanksgiving crafts in the classroom or at home, to decorate the walls or the table, this collection of Thanksgiving crafts for kids is sure to give you some ideas.
Because the Pilgrims came to America … Read More...
32 DIY Gift Toppers and tags You Can Crochet For Christmas
Last year, I decided to make a little something extra for all of my Christmas gifts – crochet bows. It was a time-consuming project, but I loved every minute of it. I spent hours at my crochet hook, … Read More...
Thanksgiving Sensory Activities
There are so many fun sensory experiences that come around Thanksgiving, with lots of things to see, smell and touch. These Thanksgiving themed sensory activities are fun to do at home or with small groups of kids.
Of course the … Read More...
Thanksgiving Word Art Cross Stitch Patterns
Sometimes I have trouble categorizing patterns when I’m trying to share them with you, so while these aren’t strictly word art in the sense of only having words, I think that will do to explain these pretty Thanksgiving cross stitch … Read More...
12 Autumn Scrapbook Layout Ideas Featuring Pumpkins
Check out the unique “wreath” design created with fanned out squares of pattern papers on this wonderful pumpkin patch layout from Niki. I spotted this design on the Simple Stories Instagram page.
One thing I love most about Fall are … Read More...
Thanksgiving Knitting Patterns
Thanksgiving as a crafting holiday tends to get passed over. We love making pumpkins for Halloween (which can also be for Thanksgiving, it’s true) and ALL the crafting for Christmas, but maybe because we’re so focused on cooking there’s not … Read More...