Stews are a classic comfort food that always hit the spot. But let’s be real, a bowl of stew on its own can get pretty boring after a while. That’s why side dishes are crucial to mix things up and … Read More...
Roundups of DIY ideas
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Fall Literacy Activities
Bring on the fall leaves, pumpkins and apples as we help little ones learn to recognize letters and get ready for reading with these fall literacy activities.
Practice letter recognition by feeding the scarecrow straw with the letters of the … Read More...
12+ Autumn Scrapbook Layout Ideas
This wonderful double page Autumn spread features a large photo with a few embellishments on one side and pocket pages with photos and journaling on the other. Take a closer look on the Scrapbook and Cards Today blog.
Autumn is … Read More...
Pumpkin Knitting Patterns
There are so many great pumpkin knitting patterns out there, and it looks like I haven’t done a roundup of pumpkin knitting patterns in a few years, so it’s high time for another one.
The Lancaster Pumpkins from Cuddle Bunny … Read More...
Jack o’Lantern Cross Stitch Patterns
The other day I shared some cross stitch patterns for pumpkins, but if you’re ready to stitch up some fun for spooky season, here’s a little collection of jack o’lantern cross stitch patterns to get you started. (Of course, … Read More...
Easy Scarf Knitting Patterns for Beginners
I don’t suppose it’s always true, but a lot of times it seems to be true that people’s first real knitting project is a scarf. I teach a basic garter stitch scarf when I’m teaching people how to knit, and … Read More...
Fall Math Activities For the Classroom
Adding a seasonal spin to classroom learning makes it a little more fun for everyone, so here are some fall math activities to get younger kids engaged in learning the basics.
Make fun fall shapes like an apple, a scarecrow … Read More...
12 Autumn Card Ideas Featuring Animals and Birds
From acorn-shaped card bases adorned with adorable foxes to scenes of stamped pumpkins and leaves, these cards are a visual feast of autumnal delights. The compilation promises inspiration for crafters of all levels, providing a delightful array of designs that … Read More...
Easy Halloween Crafts for Kids
These easy Halloween crafts are great for decorating the classroom or using around the house in the fall.
Ghosts are a fun and easy shape to make in lots of different ways, but I like the way this one allows … Read More...
13 French Knot Ribbon Embroidery Tutorials
Today I want to talk about one of my favorite stitches, the French knot. This stitch is a simple yet effective way to add a touch of personality to your needlework projects. Whether you’re making miniature flowers or filling in … Read More...
Easy Pumpkin Crafts for Kids
Pumpkins are such a fun and easy shape to use for all sorts of craft projects. Even little kids can make super cute crafts with pumpkins like these.
For the littlest kids, this mess-free pumpkin painting project from Teaching 2 … Read More...
Pumpkin Cross Stitch Patterns
I feel the urge to rush fall along this year and kind of want to head right into spooky season (thus the posts about haunted houses and ghosts!) but I know we should also take a moment to give … Read More...
Colorwork Knits for Spooky Season
I guess technically these are all Halloween knitting patterns, but they are really designs that you can knit and use and enjoy all fall long. From keeping your hands and your coffee cozy to making your couch cute, these designs … Read More...
Pumpkin Fall Themed Sensory Activities
When my daughter was younger, she loved to play with the insides of the pumpkin when it was time to carve the jack o’lantern. In the years since she’s decided the inside of a pumpkin smells bad, but playing with … Read More...
10 Fall Family Scrapbook Layout Ideas
This double page spread has fun fish tail strips bursting from behind a large photo, carrying them over to the other side with smaller strips as little borders around the group of family photos. Take a closer look on the … Read More...
Easy Hat Knitting Patterns Worked in the Round
I recently shared a collection of flat hat knitting patterns, so now it’s time to step it up a little bit and share some hat knitting patterns that are worked in the round. A hat is a great first … Read More...
12 Handmade Halloween Cards featuring Ghosts
From adorable and whimsical to hauntingly elegant, these handmade Halloween cards showcase the versatility of ghostly themes. Whether you’re a seasoned card maker seeking inspiration or someone looking to add a personal touch to your Halloween greetings, this collection offers … Read More...
Pumpkin STEM Activities for Kids
Last month I shared some fun apple STEM activities, but of course you can do a lot of the same things with our other favorite fall produce: the pumpkin. Here are some fun pumpkin STEM ideas for use in … Read More...
Haunted House Cross Stitch Patterns
I came across a super cool Stephen King-themed haunted house cross stitch pattern the other day and knew I just had to share it, along with some other fun options for haunted house cross stitch patterns.
This one, from Witchy … Read More...
15 Halloween Scarf Patterns You Can Crochet
Are you ready to get your crochet on this Halloween season? Look no further than these 15 spook-tacular scarf patterns! From gothic skulls to pumpkin pockets, these scarves are sure to add a festive touch to any Halloween costume.
Get … Read More...