The type of sweater I’ve knit most often is a standard raglan, but my favorite kind of sweater to wear is a henley. (I went on and on about how much I love henleys, and the Achoo sweater in particular, … Read More...
Roundups of DIY ideas
Which one is your favorite?
10 Outdoor Winter Scrapbook Layout Ideas
Torn papers give the feeling of snowy hills and 3D sentiments add a dimensional element to this fun Winter Activities layout from Wendy. Learn more at the Bramble Fox blog.
It is cold and snowy where you live? We’ve had … Read More...
Activities for The Snowy Day Book
There are a lot of great winter-themed books that lend themselves to activities in the classroom or at home, and it’s great to read and explore winter books after the holiday break because it makes getting back to school a … Read More...
Knitting Patterns to Use Your Yarn Odd Balls
If you’ve been around here for much time at all, you probably know that I’m all about stash busting and projects that allow you to use little bits of yarn left over from other projects (or that random skein you … Read More...
12 Handmade Thank You Card Ideas
Mindy used new stamps and dies from Lawn Fawn for this darling Hedgehog and mushroom Thank You card with a funny pun. Visit the Mindy Eggen Designs blog for a closer look.
With the Holidays over hopefully you’ve had a … Read More...
10 Romantic Chocolate Strawberry Breakfast Ideas
There is nothing quite as romantic as waking up to a special breakfast that has been prepared with love and care. And what better way to add a touch of romance to your morning routine than with chocolate-covered strawberries? These … Read More...
Martin Luther King, Jr. Cross Stitch Patterns
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day is an important holiday in the United States acknowledging the civil rights movement and King’s legacy of both nonviolent resistance and pushing against the system in the hope of changing things for the better for … Read More...
Martin Luther King Jr. Day Activities for Kids
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
is a federal holiday in the United States, which may mean kids are home from school (my daughter’s school is in session; they call it a “day on” instead of a day off and do … Read More...
12 Disney Christmas Scrapbook Layout Ideas
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...
Printable Pattern Block Activities
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...
Fingerless Glove Knitting Patterns Using Worsted Weight Leftovers
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...
12 Valentine’s Day Card Ideas
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...
Standing Desk Review: Should You Build One or Buy One?
A standing desk sounds like a lovely idea until you start shopping. Suddenly, you’re comparing motor systems, desktop sizes and height settings when all you really wanted was somewhere comfortable to answer emails.
And if your home office doubles as … Read More...
Snowflake Themed Math Activities
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...
15 Fair Isle Cowls To Crochet
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...
Fun Winter Sensory Activities for Kids
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...
10 Winter Scrapbook Layout Ideas
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...
Learn about Anguilla for Kids
Next up on our tour of the nations of the world is Anguilla, a British territory in the Caribbean Sea.
Anguilla Basics
Anguilla is mostly made up of one island that is about 16 miles long by 3 miles wide … Read More...
Easy Blanket Knitting Patterns
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...
10 Handmade Winter Cards with Stamps and Dies
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...