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Create the best paper-crafted holiday yet with the 100+ festive projects found inside this special issue of CardMaker magazine. Enjoy creating handcrafted greeting cards and gift-card holders, gift tags and packaging ideas, ornaments and holiday decor, and gifts for everyone … Read More...
I have already started collecting items for Christmas advent calendars and this year I decided I would make calendars for a few friends who could do with a little more Christmas love. We have shared some amazing advent calendars over … Read More...
Embroidering Santa patterns is a great way to get into the holiday spirit and add a personal touch to your Christmas decorations. Whether you’re a seasoned embroiderer or just starting out, there’s a design for everyone in this collection of … Read More...
Many folks have recently adopted dogs, and along with a dog comes a dog crate
. Dog crates are not pretty in the home. This is a simple tutorial to turn the unsightly dog crates into a side table. What … Read More...
Finished Size: 72″ x 90″
In this pattern, the impressive Star in a Star Nine Patch quilt block uses only three colors to make a neutral, but striking quilt. The solid black contrasts the taupe and white for a project … Read More...
Countdown to Christmas with captivating STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math) activities that will wow the boredom right out of kids! Created by an MIT engineer, award winning educators, designers, and homeschooling experts, STEAM Kids will inspire … Read More...
Featuring over 40 DIY projects that illustrate how to transform one of the world’s most natural ingredients into tangible creations, Beeswax Alchemy
is the perfect amalgamation of recipe craft book and beekeepers’ guide.
Considered the miracle of the beehive and … Read More...
This darling CURLY HAT Christmas gnome is unique and fun to sew! This is a larger gnome pattern measuring just over 13″ tall with arms and large boots. The pattern is easy, detailed, and includes photo instructions. He is surely … Read More...
As the winter season approaches, it’s time to start thinking about all the fun and festive decorations that will adorn our homes. One of the most beloved winter symbols is the snowman. With its friendly face and warm scarf, the … Read More...
These easy no-bake healthy donuts are such a fun little treat when you want something that feels like dessert but still has a bit of goodness tucked inside. Made with dates, oats, ground almonds, nut butter, honey, and a little … Read More...
Welcome to our ultimate guide to festive and easy Christmas scarf crochet patterns! We are thrilled to present an assortment of captivating designs that will spark your creativity and bring joy to your holiday season. Whether you’re a seasoned crocheter … Read More...
Digital vintage knitting pattern for dbl breasted hooded pram jackets
written for baby chest sizes: 19″-20″
raglan shaping, 12 rows for the pattern, each pattern written for Girl or Boy regarding the buttonhole placement for the fronts
You will need … Read More...
This popular, much-anticipated holiday issue gives you a whopping 75 cross-stitch ornament patterns! You’ll get a range of fabulous holiday designs, including Santas, snowmen, Christmas trees, angels and animals. Also included are fan-favourite memories and recipes from some of the … Read More...
Sometimes you want homemade cookies. Sometimes you want homemade-ish cookies. And sometimes you want cookies on a plate before anyone notices you forgot you were meant to bring something to the party.
That is exactly where boxed cookie mix and … Read More...
These 10 craft projects all use Sea Glass. What is Sea Glass? Sea glass begins as bottles & glass that get tossed on the shore, broken, and then tumbled smooth by the waves. A stroll along the beach can become … Read More...
Have laptop will travel, except of course if your battery is dead (hint hint) mine does not re-charge so the mobility aspect of a laptop is not really there , unless I find a PowerPoint of course. It’s a pretty … Read More...
Wintertime, snow and felting. This tutorial is all about the jolly friendly snowman. This Christmas snowman is made using wet felting techniques, he is full of character and would make a lovely addition to your Christmas decorations. You could make … Read More...
These 4 sweet little bibs are quick to stitch and will delight the little one during your holiday dinner! Includes Instructions for a Button Nose Snowman, Christmas Elf, Gingerbread Baby and of course Santa! Made using cotton worsted-weight yarn.… Read More...
Looking for a fun and rewarding DIY project that you can complete in a single evening or weekend afternoon? This Baby Gingham Quilt is the perfect choice! With its simple design and charming aesthetic, this quilt is both beginner-friendly and … Read More...
Designer and crafter Vicki Boutin inspires and guides us through life’s wonderful moments into the world of mixed media arts in this magical class full of Art Crayons, Glazes, and techniques for crafters at any level! Listen to her roots … Read More...