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Whole “Lotta” fun with Lotta Magazine

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School holiday fun has never been so easy with a “Lotta” Magazine to guide your children away from the T.V and into a constructive activity. This AD FREE magazine is filled with little non gender based activities to keep your kids busy any time of the year.  Check out their blog for some of their great project and activity ideas.

At just $10 an issue for Australians  /$15 for US or other International countries these magazine are sure to bring hours and hours of fun. Most of the projects don’t require too many materials making them affordable to create too.

definitely a must have magazine subscription for School aged kids.

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DMC American Football Embroidery Pattern – A Fun and Sporty Stitch for Game Day Fans

Whether you’re a die-hard football fan or just love stitching fun themed projects, the DMC American Football Embroidery Pattern brings a sporty twist to your hoop art collection. This free pattern is a quick, beginner-friendly design that adds a playful touch to your game day décor or makes a thoughtful handmade gift for the football lover in your life.

The design itself is simple and bold: a classic brown football with white stitching details and a bit of motion flair, giving it that action-packed feel. It’s compact and easy to follow, making it a great project for embroidery beginners or for anyone wanting a fast, satisfying stitch.

As with all DMC free patterns, the download includes a full-color guide, DMC floss suggestions, and clear instructions for which stitches to use. This one relies on backstitch, satin stitch, and straight stitch—great staples for anyone just learning or looking to practice neat finishes.

What’s fun about this pattern is its versatility. It would look great framed in a hoop, stitched onto a kid’s jersey, added to a gym bag, or even used as part of a handmade Father’s Day card. It’s also a great design to share with teens or tweens who want to try embroidery with a sporty theme.

And because it’s quick to finish, it makes a great last-minute handmade gift for sports fans, coaches, or teammates. You could even personalize it by adding initials, jersey numbers, or team colors to make it extra special.

The DMC American Football Embroidery Pattern proves that embroidery isn’t just about florals and delicate motifs—it can be fun, bold, and sport-loving too. If you’re looking to mix up your stitching routine or add something playful to your hoop wall, this pattern scores big. And it’s completely free, so why not give it a go before the next big game?