There are cross stitch patterns of all sizes and for all skill levels of most kinds of motifs you’d want to make, and while there are plenty of detailed projects to make for St. Patrick’s Day, sometimes you don’t have … Read More...
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Hexagon Knitting Patterns
Knitting squares, rectangles and triangles can get boring after a while, so why not throw in some different shapes, like hexagons?
I started thinking about hexagons because of Amy Gunderson’s Rainbow Remnants cowl (see it on Ravelry), which uses … Read More...
20+ DIY Quilts You Can Make In 1 Hour!
Exploring the World of Speedy Quilting: 1-Hour Quilt Patterns and Tutorials
Quilting, a timeless art form that weaves stories and warmth into every stitch, can also be a delightful journey of efficiency. In this roundup, we embark on a thrilling … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Math Activities
I have written a lot of St. Patrick’s Day posts over the years (see for example, St. Patrick’s Day STEM, leprechaun traps, class party games, shamrock learning activities and printables, just to name a few) but it … Read More...
Ramadan Crafts for Kids
Making crafts for Ramadan is a lot of fun for kids, because it gives them something to focus on and a way to think about the observance at a time when they might not actually be participating in the fast. … Read More...
Learn about Cambodia for Kids
Cambodia, officially the Kingdom of Cambodia, is a country in Southeast Asia bordered by Thailand, Laos, Vietnam and the Gulf of Thailand. Known for the 1970s genocide that took place there, its also home to the largest lake in Southeast … Read More...
15 Oversized Large Garden Planters
Get ready to super-size your gardening game with our collection of 15 DIY large planters that are not only a feast for the eyes but also a smart way to save your hard-earned green. These substantial planters are a testament … Read More...
Hood Knitting Patterns
Knit hoods and bonnets are trending this winter, both because of cuteness and because they are a great way to keep your head (and sometimes your neck, too) warm without as much of a risk of hat head or the … Read More...
St. Patrick’s Day Gnome Cross Stitch Patterns
Gnomes are a fun way to decorate for any holiday, but it seems like they are especially welcome at St. Patrick’s Day. Are gnomes Irish? I don’t know, but they are pretty cute in green.
This one from Favorite Gnome… Read More...
50 Lady Bug Crochet Patterns
Get ready to embark on a whimsical journey through the enchanting world of crochet with our delightful roundup of 50 Ladybug Crochet patterns! Ladybugs, also known as lady beetles or ladybirds, are iconic insects that have captured our hearts with … Read More...
Football Learning Activities
If you live in a city with an NFL team or just like football, now is a great time to add some football themed learning activities into the mix ahead of the big game.
ABCs of Literacy has some cute … Read More...
Learning about the Presidents for Presidents Day
While Presidents Day is in February because of the birthdays of George Washington and Abraham Lincoln, it’s really meant to be a holiday that represents all presidents, so it’s a great time for kids to learn about different presidents, especially … Read More...
Cross Stitch Patterns for Ramadan
Ramadan is a time of fasting, prayer and religious reflection, and adding some Ramadan cross stitch to the mix is sure to help you reflect on the season. Check out these Ramadan cross stitch patterns to stitch before or during … Read More...
30 Easy Things To Make For A Brunch Potluck Share A Plate
These delicious brunch recipes will persuade you to return your Sunday ritual to the kitchen. From tasty pancakes to savory waffles to egg bakes, these recipe ideas make enough to feed a crowd and are far more exciting than your … Read More...
Knit a Snake for the Year of the Snake
Lunar new year is here and it’s the year of the wood snake. If you want to celebrate with knitting, here are some fun snake knitting patterns for you to try.
Stitch up a snake dishcloth or add it as … Read More...
35 Fun Wonky Quilt Patterns
Wonky quilting invites you to throw perfection out the window and embrace the beauty found in the unpredictable. From wonky log cabins to off-kilter stars, these patterns encourage you to experiment with angles and proportions, resulting in charmingly irregular designs.… Read More...
Celebrate Haiku Month in the Classroom
The other day I learned that February is Haiku Month. Maybe because it’s the shortest month and they are really short poems? I don’t know. In any case it’s a great time to learn about, read and write haiku in … Read More...
Funny Valentine’s Day Cross Stitch Patterns
The other day I shared some more typically romantic Valentine’s Day cross stitch patterns with hearts, but if you don’t want to go that route, there are lots of other options.
And some of them are still super cute, … Read More...
Dog Sweater Knitting Patterns
A little while back I shared a dog sweater knitting pattern with little fish on it, but just in case that’s not your style I wanted to share some more dog sweater knitting patterns for your furry friends.
If you … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Crafts to Make for the Classroom
I love an easy craft that you can have all the kids make and use to decorate the classroom or even make into gifts for the holiday to give their parents. These crafts are mostly process art activities that could … Read More...