I covered a bunch of apple printables (as well as crafts and sensory activities) so now it’s time to talk pumpkins! If you ask me, pumpkins are a little more fun (probably because of the carving, let’s be honest) … Read More...
Roundups of DIY ideas
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Ghost Cross Stitch Patterns
I’m spending a lot of time this month sharing different genres of fall and Halloween cross stitch patterns, because it doesn’t have to be all pumpkins all the time (but we do love pumpkins and will be getting to them … Read More...
Play Like a Pirate with These Fun Pirate Activities for Kids
Sept. 19 is National Talk Like a Pirate Day, a holiday I’ve never completely understood, but why not have a day devoted to pirates? Kids seem to love stories of daring and plunder and adventure on the high seas, so … Read More...
Sock Yarn Mittens and Mitts Knitting Patterns
It seems like everyone loves knitting patterns using sock yarn that are for things other than socks. I’m the same way because I have a lot of sock yarn and am definitely not knitting that many pairs of socks! (At … Read More...
12 Camping and Hiking Scrapbook Layout and Mini Album Ideas
On this fun camping layout Jen mixed florals and plaid pattern papers to reflect both the boy and girl in the photos, adding trees and camping element stickers and dies for a terrific outdoor design. Visit the Scrapbook and Cards … Read More...
Fall Themed Knitting Patterns
There are all sorts of great things you can knit in the fall, from pumpkins to fun fall-themed hats (which we’ll get to), to home accessories and even sweaters with a fall twist. Here are a few fall-themed knitting patterns … Read More...
35 Advent Calendars You Can Make At Home
Are you looking for a fun and crafty holiday project? Make your own Advent calendar! An Advent calendar is a great way to get into the holiday spirit, and it’s a fun activity that you can do with your family … Read More...
Card Making – 12 Handmade Witch Card Ideas for Halloween
This collection invites you to explore a magical fusion of creativity and spookiness. Each card, a testament to the whimsical and eerie, showcases the artistry of crafting witches and their mysterious cauldrons, spell books, and brooms.
Whether you’re an avid … Read More...
Rosh Hashanah Crafts for Kids
Rosh Hashanah is the celebration of the Jewish New Year, which takes place this year from Sept. 15-17 (2023). It marks the anniversary of the creation of Adam and Eve and is celebrated with blowing the shofar (a ram’s horn), … Read More...
15 Apple Cider Recipes For Fall
Fall is finally here and you know what that means – it’s time to break out all the apple cider recipes! There’s just something about the crisp air and the smell of freshly baked apples that gets me in the … Read More...
Leaf Activities for Kids
Fall is right around the corner in the northern part of the world, which means it’s time for activities using leaves and learning about leaves. Here are some go-to activities and printables for fall that allow you to bring leaves … Read More...
Fall Leaf Cross Stitch Patterns
The only leaves that are falling where I live right now are the ones that turned brown and died in the heat, but I know that fall-fall is just around the corner so it’s time to get stitching with all … Read More...
Celebrate Fall with Leaf Knitting Patterns
I know it’s not technically fall quite yet in the Northern Hemisphere, but I like to use meteorological fall (which starts September 1) as my marker for bringing out the fall decor and maybe making some new pumpkins and leaves … Read More...
All About Sudoku for Kids
September 9 is International Sudoku Day, but this fun number game is great to play — for kids and adults — any day of the year.
If you’ve never played it before, Sudoku is a logic-based number puzzle game. It … Read More...
12 Fall Botanical Handmade Card Ideas
This card has wonderful rich Fall colors of orange, yellow and green. Carol used a coordinating stencil to color the stamps, this is an easy way to add color if you’re not totally comfortable with your coloring skills. Visit the … Read More...
Knitting Patterns to Use Worsted Weight Yarn Leftovers for the Home
I’ve been working on a series of pattern roundups for patterns that use your yarn leftovers (so far we’ve covered bulky and super bulky yarn) and now that I’ve hit worsted weight yarn I feel like there are way … Read More...
12 Birthday Scrapbook Layout Ideas
This sweet birthday girl layout has lots of pink, flowers, glittery cardstock and polka dots. Jana included a lot on this page, there’s room for 4 photos, a big title and journaling. I spotted this layout on Jana Eubank’s Scrapbook.com … Read More...
Black Cat Cross Stitch Patterns for Halloween
Black cats are a well-known symbol of spooky season, but they’re also great companions throughout the year. (Written as a person who has a black cat and a tuxedo cat!)
Whether you’re looking for black cat cross stitch patterns to … Read More...
15 Slouchy Beret Beanie Hat Crochet Patterns
Welcome to our roundup of crochet beret patterns that are slouchy and stylish! Berets are a classic choice for headwear and have been a popular accessory for centuries. They are versatile and can be worn by people of all ages … Read More...
Apple Sensory Activities for Kids
The smell of apples and apple pie spice is just one of those things that reminds you that fall is coming (if it isn’t already here, which it won’t be for quite some time where I live). If apple picking … Read More...