Half Term Easy Knitting Fun!
Half-Term Crafts for Kids – Fun, Simple Knits to Try
Half-term is here, and what better way to spend the week than with a cosy, creative project? Knitting together is calm, rewarding, and a perfect screen-free activity for kids and grown-ups alike. This week’s post rounds up three easy, child-friendly makes that combine fun, colour and learning. Our Pattern of the Week is the Little Purse Knitting Pattern, available with 20% off using code PURSE20 until Monday. Alongside it, we’ll look at the Bookmark and Little Love Hearts — all simple, fun and satisfying for children to complete during the holidays.
Pattern of the Week: Little Purse
The Little Purse Knitting Pattern is ideal for beginners and young knitters. It’s quick to make, easy to personalise, and small enough to finish in one sitting. Each purse is worked flat in DK yarn and folded into shape, with a button or ribbon for closure. Use bright colours, add stripes or stitch on initials — they’re perfect for pocket money, trinkets or friendship gifts. Use code PURSE20 for 20% off until Monday.
Bookmarks for Readers and Learners
The Bookmark Knitting Pattern is another great introduction for beginners. Straightforward rows of knit and purl help children practice tension and counting stitches, while producing something they can use daily. Add tassels or pompoms to the ends for extra colour. These make wonderful handmade gifts for teachers, grandparents or classmates — a perfect reminder that learning continues beyond the classroom.
Little Love Hearts
The Little Love Hearts Knitting Pattern is one of those timeless favourites that always brings a smile. The Fitting in Knitting Love Hearts Knitting Pattern includes various sizes, and are in both garter-stitch and stocking-stitch styles.
They’re small, soft, and perfect for children to make for friends or family. Try different colours for variety or sew a few together into a garland. Love hearts are a lovely way for children to share kindness — and learn the joy of giving something they’ve made themselves.
Making the Most of Half-Term Knitting
Knitting is more than a craft — it builds patience, concentration and fine motor skills. Here are a few tips to make your half-term projects run smoothly and stay fun for everyone:
- Pick bright colours: children love seeing their progress in vivid yarns — rainbow shades always win.
- Keep it short: work on small projects so each child finishes within a session or two.
- Share supplies: set up a basket of spare yarn, buttons and ribbons for creativity.
- Encourage independence: let children choose their own colours and designs — the result will be uniquely theirs.
- Celebrate results: display finished knits proudly on a shelf or noticeboard for everyone to admire.
Why Kids Love to Knit
There’s a quiet satisfaction in seeing something appear row by row. For children, knitting teaches patience and gives an early sense of achievement — and for adults, it’s a wonderful opportunity to slow down together. The half-term break is a time for shared moments, and a small knitted purse, bookmark or heart can hold big memories of time well spent. And why not mix and match knitting patterns and create something together!
Pattern Links Recap
• Little Purse – Pattern of the Week (PURSE20)
• Bookmark
• Little Love Hearts
Did You Miss Last Week?
We reflected on family connections with the Big & Little Turtle (Pattern of the Week), Love Hearts and Forget-Me-Nots — heartfelt designs filled with meaning. Read last Tuesday’s post.
Ready to Knit?
Download the Purse PDF Knitting Pattern Available Now!
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Happy knitting!
Ali 🙂
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