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Friday, July 24, 2026

Designer Spotlight: Siren Stitchworks

Siren Stitchworks has cross stitch patterns that feel like old samplers (and some of them are in fact historical reproductions) even when they are modern designs. They have patriotic patterns, biscornus, pop culture patterns and more so let’s take a … Read More...



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Thursday, July 23, 2026

Learning about Sea Turtles and Turtle Printables

Sea turtles are a fun ocean creature that’s fun to learn about in summer, so let’s take a look at some learning activities related to sea turtles. 

We love to start with the parts of an animal, and Homeschool PreschoolRead More...



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Wednesday, July 22, 2026

Cross Stitch a Gorgeous Cornucopia Wreath

I don’t know when or why I cam across this cross stitch pattern, but it’s been on my list to share for a while and today’s the day. 

This design from AllaboutxStitch features a giant, colorful wreath with all sorts … Read More...



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Tuesday, July 21, 2026

12 Easy Sewing Projects To Make With Fat Quarters

If your fabric stash looks anything like mine, there is probably a pile of fat quarters somewhere that started out as “just one cute bundle” and somehow turned into a whole little fabric library. No judgement here. I have absolutely Read More...



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Monday, July 20, 2026

Pencil Cross Stitch Patterns

Last year I shared my cute pencil cross stitch bookmark pattern, so I thought this year maybe I would look for more pencil cross stitch patterns to celebrate back to school or the writer in your life. 

If you’re … Read More...



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Sunday, July 19, 2026

How to Make a DIY Cooling Neck Scarf: Easy Beginner Sewing Tutorial

When summer reaches that point where simply walking to the letterbox feels like an endurance event, a DIY cooling neck scarf can make outdoor jobs far more comfortable.

These clever little fabric wraps are filled with a very small amount … Read More...



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Saturday, July 18, 2026

Designer Spotlight: Lifted Spirit Patterns

Lifted Spirit Patterns is a cross stitch Etsy shop based in Australia that specializes in vintage travel poster style cross stitch patterns, but has a lot of other fun stuff, too. Let’s check it out!

By far the biggest category … Read More...



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Designer Spotlight: Siren Stitchworks

Siren Stitchworks has cross stitch patterns that feel like old samplers (and some of them are in fact historical reproductions) even when th...