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Look inside this issue of Just CrossStitch to find 25 festive cross-stitch projects, perfect to celebrate the holidays. An elegant Nativity pattern, a classic Santa cross-stitch design, and a charming Holly Jolly Santa Sampler await you. Prepare for the season … Read More...
Stitch a snowy holiday adventure depicted in these Christmas snow scenes made with plastic canvas.
Adorable snow people take us through the peaceful and jubilant winter season with a Snow Angel Contest, Snow Angels, Snowman Manger, Birdseed Snowman, Mistletoe & … Read More...
Add instant eco-chic street fashion to any outfit with upscaled friendship bracelets for teens and grown-ups!
Spice up your party with these “SPICY” party foods you can make at home. Grab out the Chilli
and fire up the conversation with these recipes to entice your friends. You can vary the level of spice by holding back … Read More...
Alcohol inks
are a versatile and dynamic medium for creating stunning decorative pieces. Whether you’re an experienced crafter or just getting started, alcohol inks are an excellent way to add a pop of color to your home decor. These inks … Read More...
This sewing project shows you how to sew a Christmas shopping tote. Perfect for those shopping sprees during the holidays or for a festive gift idea. And it is quick too! It’s fast to make up in just under an … Read More...
This wet felting tutorial shows you how to felt your design in a lattice scarf / shawl design. The wool is placed on the lining fabric in a grid pattern. It is moistened with water and soap and then hand-felted … Read More...
A cute ornament made using Lizbeth size 40 crochet cotton thread
and a size 12/1.00mm steel crochet hook. Finished size: 1 1/2″W x 2 3/4″T. Previously published in Crochet World December 2018. The perfect for size for a quick … Read More...
Bobbi Smith shares how she creates simple, festive holiday tags using Archival Inks. Learn simple stamping techniques to create gift tags that pop this holiday season. Spritz Distress Oxide Pumice Stone Spray 
onto tags and squares. Dry with the Heat … Read More...
Put this adorable wall quilt at the top of your quilting to-do list! These holiday-ready farm animals are gearing (and stacking) up for Christmas. Traditionally piece together the rooster, pig and chicken while also using a little of applique. Finished … Read More...
Noted crafting expert May Flaum demystifies the art of mixed media and shows you just how simple, beautiful, and creative this popular trend can be.
This is a class where you can truly allow your imagination to run wild and … Read More...
If you love colorful crafts with a slightly nostalgic twist, Perler bead jewelry is such a fun project to dive into. These tiny fuse beads are not just for kids’ pegboard designs anymore. They can be turned into surprisingly creative … Read More...
These fun and festive holiday ornaments are quick and easy to make. They are the perfect size for a small tree and also make delightful gift tags.
This project uses vintage pages from children’s books and music sheets but if … Read More...
Make a fun and festive Christmas card holder hang in your home! All you need is scrap wood, a drill, twine, and optional salt dough ornaments to make this unique wall hanging. It’s a great reusable item to display … Read More...
This Cannabis quilt fabric is all about the printed fabric design, I mean you don’t have to quilt with these panels. This quilting pattern is free and can be downloaded via Blank quilting company.
Looking for more Cannabis MCT inspired … Read More...
Shop vintage ornaments (clockwise from top left): Vintage glass ornaments from Jennifer’s Vintage Find, $62; vintage diorama ornament from This That and Christmas, $28; bell ornaments from Hester’s Vintage, $50; porcelain bear ornaments from Vintage AnneTiques, $30 for … Read More...
This cute cross stitch pillow ornament pattern is sure to make your season bright! The jolly Santa greets everyone he sees and fills them with Christmas cheer. The stitch count is 68H x 58W and the design size is 3 … Read More...
How cute is this Snowman? Perfect doll to gift as it’s interactive with all it’s clothing items.
USING THIS PATTERN you will crochet: snowman, 2 scarves, piglet hat, basic hat, mittens
SKILL LEVEL: intermediate
This is a simple and detailed … Read More...
Knit up this wonderful tunic that has been designed by Sari Nordlund. This pattern uses the yarn Novita Wool Cotton which contains 55% mulesing-free merino wool and 45% cotton. Because of its fibre content, this yarn is both pleasurable and … Read More...
This little project is as cute as can be with an inspirational quote to start your day. You can see the full pattern and tutorial here. These would make cute little gifts for friends and family at Christmas time, Add … Read More...