Spring in the Northern Hemisphere is a great time to talk about insects, especially pollinators, who are so important to the flowers and fruits that we all love so much. These bee learning activities and resources are great for a … Read More...
Roundups of DIY ideas
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Printables for Passover
I already shared some Seder plate activities for Passover, but there are a lot more options out there if you are looking for Passover printables and activities for kids to enjoy.
Moms and Crafter is always a great source for … Read More...
Spring Activities to Get Kids Outside
By the end of March where I live we are starting to have more warm days than not, and all we want to do is spend more time outside. Luckily we can make it educational and a little fun, too, … Read More...
Double Knitting Patterns
One of the skills I want to use more this year is double knitting. This is a technique that uses slipped stitches in a particular way to make a double-sided fabric.
You can use it with a single color, or … Read More...
12 Spring Day Scrapbook Layout Ideas
Bike rides are the best on a Spring Day! This pretty page from Conny has lots of flowers and florals, plaid paper, torn and sewn cardstock for texture and fluttering insects. Learn more over at The Cherry on Top blog.… Read More...
Mosaic Shawl Knitting Patterns
I don’t know why there are so many mosaic shawl knitting patterns out in the world. Searching on Ravelry there are nearly 2,500 options for mosaic knit shawls!
But a shawl is a great canvas for learning this colorwork knitting … Read More...
Bird Learning Activities for Kids
As it starts to warm up in the spring, lots of new creatures arrive on the scene, including baby birds and birds that migrated south for the winter and are returning with the spring. There are lots of fun ways … Read More...
12 Handmade Easter Card Ideas with Stamps and Dies
If you haven’t made cards for Easter yet it’s time to hop to it! There’s still enough time though to make some amazing cards to send to friend and family using your paper crafting supplies. Use stamps and dies … Read More...
Spring Flower Wreath Cross Stitch Patterns
If you’re like me, you’re probably feeling the need to change up some of your decor for spring. These spring wreath cross stitch patterns are great for this season and beyond, won’t look out of place with your Easter decor, … Read More...
Prepare to be Wowed: 18 Mind-Blowing C2C Blanket Patterns
When it comes to the world of crochet, few techniques have captured the hearts of crafters quite like Corner-to-Corner (C2C) crochet. Its unique combination of simplicity and versatility makes it a beloved choice for creating exquisite and pixelated designs. Whether … Read More...
Solar Eclipse Activities for Kids
If you’re reading this when I wrote this, the United States is gearing up for a solar eclipse, but even if you’re reading it later, these solar eclipse activities are a lot of fun to add to space unit or … Read More...
Learning about Australia for Kids
I’m excited to have finally made it to Australia on our tour of the world, both because I know that there are lots of resources available for learning about Australia and because the good people who own this website live … Read More...
Knits for Babies Using Worsted Weight Yarn
I know people typically think of lighter weight yarns when they think of knitting for babies. One of the terms used for light weight yarn is even “baby yarn.” But I think there are a lot of valid reasons to … Read More...
Learning about the Weather with Kids
Springtime is prime time for learning about the weather where I live, because in the southern United States, spring tends to be the time with the weirdest weather. Kids need to know about storms and tornadoes so they can be … Read More...
12 Easter Scrapbook Layout Ideas with FREEBIES
This adorable Easter layout uses an adorable bunny photo filter on some little cuties along with some easy paper weaving to add nice texture and color with some added clusters of Springtime embellishments. Learn more at the Doodlebug blog.
The … Read More...
Spring Word Art Cross Stitch Patterns
Last year I shared some fun Easter word art cross stitch patterns with you, but if you don’t want to be quite that specific so you can leave your stitching on display longer, here are some options for spring word … Read More...
Make Your Own Lemon & Lavendar Cleaning Spray
Introducing the gateway to a greener, cleaner home – behold the Lemon & Lavender Cleaning Spray! Crafted with love and expertise by Shellie Wilson, our home crafts extraordinaire at Craftbits, this DIY elixir promises to revolutionize your cleaning routine.… Read More...
12+ DIY Easter Treat Holders
Easter will be hopping it’s way to us before you know it! Being paper crafters it’s a wonderful time to create pretty handmade Easter cards, home decor items, scrapbook all those sweet photos and also use those supplies to … Read More...
35+ Stunning DIY School Formal Dress Sewing Patterns for Unforgettable Proms and Weddings
Dressing up for special occasions like weddings, proms, and school formals offers a unique opportunity to express your personal style and make lasting memories. Whether you’re attending a glamorous wedding celebration, dancing the night away at prom, or stepping out … Read More...
23 Easy To Make Whoopie Pies
When it comes to whoopie pies, there’s a lot of debate about what they actually are. Are they cookies or cakes? Do they have a filling or not? And what’s with all the different names? As someone who has never … Read More...