Thursday, September 21, 2023

Pumpkin 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...



Beverly Head Wrap Crochet Pattern

Introducing the Beverly Head Wrap Crochet Pattern, a stylish and vintage design that is perfect for keeping you warm and cozy while looking chic and elegant. This pattern, inspired by the classic, timeless style of the roaring 20s, brings back … Read More...



Review: Cross-Stitch to Calm

Cross stitch is a calming activity, especially when the pattern you’re working is simple and suits your personal style. Leah Lintz says she likes to cross stitch as a means of stress relief, but a lot of the cutesy patterns … Read More...



Wednesday, September 20, 2023

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...



Video Tutorial – Binding Shortcuts! Tips and Tricks

Are you in need of binding for a quilt? Do you dislike doing the binding? Here are a few of favorite tricks by Tiny Orchard Quilts to make the whole process go a little bit faster!

When you sew together … Read More...



Afghan Revival Triangles Crochet ePattern

Welcome to the Leisure Arts Crochet Afghan Revival Triangles ePattern! If you’re a fan of granny triangles and want to revive the art of afghan crochet, then this design is the perfect project for you.

The Triangles pattern features … Read More...



12 Handmade Halloween Cards featuring Ghosts

12 Handmade Halloween Cards featuring Ghosts

I love this sweet card with a ghost and witch best friends. Amy’s coloring on this card is awesome! I spotted this design on the Sweet November Instagram page .(They have some of my favorite stamps for Halloween!)

It’s time … Read More...



Tuesday, September 19, 2023

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...



A Beyond-Basic Vest to Knit for Fall or Spring

I’m sure I’ve written about this before, but it bears repeating that in the past couple of years I have really come to appreciate the value of a good vest. Sometimes you want a little extra warmth on your body … Read More...