February 2 is Groundhog Day, the day when a famous groundhog in Pennsylvania “predicts” when spring is going to come based on whether its shadow can be seen that day.
It’s kind of a silly holiday, which is just the … Read More...
Roundups of DIY ideas
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Pretty Ways to Use Your Yarn Stash
I’m all about using yarn stash most of the year, but this time of year especially I spend a lot of time thinking about and sharing patterns that you can use if you want to pare down your stash a … Read More...
Arctic Fox Activities for Kids
There are lots of winter animals that are fun to learn about when it’s cold outside. I’ve covered polar bears and penguins before, but this time let’s learn about the arctic fox.
The arctic fox, also known as the snow … Read More...
15 Mid Century Styled Plant Stands
Step into the world of timeless design and sleek, retro elegance with our carefully curated collection of 15 mid-century-style planters and plant stands. Whether you’re an avid fan of the mid-century modern aesthetic or you’re simply seeking a touch of … Read More...
Fox Cross Stitch Patterns
I don’t really know why I decided to do a post of fox cross stitch patterns. I was thinking this year I should do more roundups of animal patterns because there are so many out there, and they don’t necessarily … Read More...
20 Epic Crochet Patterns That’ll Have Teenage Boys Hooked
Are you ready to embark on an exciting crochet adventure that’s tailor-made for the teenage boys in your life? Look no further than our carefully curated roundup of 20 epic crochet patterns that are sure to capture their imagination and … Read More...
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day Printables
There are a lot of ways to honor Martin Luther King, Jr. on King Day, from doing acts of service to listening to his speeches, reading his letters or talking about our own dreams for the nation.
These printables are … Read More...
Learn about Burkina Faso for Kids
Burkina Faso is a landlocked country in western Africa that was called the Republic of Upper Volta until 1984, when it was renamed by its president, Thomas Sankara, who came to power following a coup (and was himself killed during … Read More...
Year of the Snake Cross Stitch Patterns
Lunar New Year for 2025 marks the beginning of the year of the snake. Snakes are intelligent and strong-willed, and they can be sneaky and jealous. Let’s celebrate the year of the snake with some fun cross stitch patterns!
This … Read More...
Little Things to Knit to Make Winter Better
I know it hasn’t been actual winter in the Northern Hemisphere for that long, but as soon as we get past the holidays the weight of how much winter we have left to deal with starts to get to me. … Read More...
Year of the Snake Crafts for Kids
This year’s Lunar New Year marks the beginning of the year of the snake. Most people see snake as a negative because they are thought to be secretive, devious and jealous, but they can also be intuitive, diligent and persuasive. … Read More...
Wicked Cross Stitch Patterns
Now that the whole world seems to have fallen for the movie version of the musical Wicked, it’s time to stitch up some Wicked cross stitch patterns.
My favorite that I found is probably this Elphaba Defy cross stitch … Read More...
Hibernating Animals Activities
I volunteer at my local library pulling holds for children’s books, and the other day someone was looking for Over and Under the Snow, a lovely picture book about animals that hibernate and those who don’t.
It reminded me … Read More...
New Year’s Resolutions for Cross Stitchers
As the year comes to a close, you might be thinking about things you want to do, or do differently, in your life in the next year, and your crafting life should definitely be part of whatever resolutions or goals … Read More...
Learn about Bulgaria for Kids
Bulgaria, officially the Republic of Bulgaria, is in Southeastern Europe that’s bordered by Greece, Turkey, Serbia, North Macedonia and the Black Sea. It was founded from an empire that deeply influenced the Slavic nations and was once part of the … Read More...
Super Cozy Blanket Knitting Patterns
Once you get past the rush of the holidays, it’s time to focus on yourself and your home and what’s going to make you feel good for the rest of winter. For me, that’s having a homemade blanket in every … Read More...
How To Repurpose Old Wood Into Desks – 15 Ideas For Salvaging Wood.
Wooden furniture has always been a popular choice for its timeless beauty and durability. However, it’s not uncommon to have old pieces of wood lying around, gathering dust in the corner of your garage or basement. Instead of letting … Read More...
Snow Globe Crafts for Kids
Whether you have snow where you live or are on the wrong side of the world for that, these snow glob crafts for kids are a lot of fun to put together at home or in the classroom.
If you … Read More...
Reflecting on the Past Year with Kids
I’m in deep denial about the fact that new year is almost upon us again! It’s been the fastest and the longest year at the same time, and I can look back and see some good things as well as … Read More...
Learning about Snow
Not all of us live where there is a lot of snow in the winter (or even where it is winter as I write this, but it can still be fun to learn about snow, what it is and why … Read More...