Oh my goodness this has to be the cutest Elf on the Shelf post I have ever written. This goodbye to the Elf party is adorable and festive and perfect theme for a Christmas party. You have to check out … Read More...
Fancy Learn To Sew Lacing Cards
I love these DIY Photograph Lacing cards as they are created using Photographs of your own family. That means they can be given to friends and family or even posted in the mail! Lot’s of fun to be had whilst … Read More...
Christmas Felt Polka Dot Trees
Have the Crafty Christmas trees ready made and all the children need to do is come along and glue on the felt dots. These make fun Christmas activity stations in the classroom or for a Christmas Craft activity at … Read More...
Free Pattern – Rope Basket
You Will Need:
2 skeins of Peaches & Creme yarn. The kind you use for dishrags.
100 yards of 7/32 inch rope
U.S. H or 8 (5mm) crochet hook
Flat Bottom Rope Basket Crochet Pattern.
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Handmade Gifts – Easy Peppermint Soap
These lightning quick peppermint soaps are a fun DIY holiday gift idea for friends, neighbors and teachers and can be whipped up in about ten minutes! Grab the free recipe here. Make your own Peppermint Soaps
It’s a Gold Bling Bling Christmas!
Love this Gold bling Christmas table via Catch my Party. Christmas is always a great excuse to get your glitter on and bling that crazy out of it! Love this! All it needs is a few bottles of gold label … Read More...
Christmas Pine cones and Pom Poms
I have actually made pinecones with pom poms before, in fact I am sure I have even blogged about it here. This one is a little different though as the pinecone is actually hung upside down to give it an … Read More...
Family Friendly Christmas Party Ideas
This entire party was inspired by the patchwork Christmas tree invitation with it’s whimsical tree and string of ornaments graphic. Send out invitations soon, and use their coordinating address label wraps for a completed look.
Since “whimsy” is the … Read More...
Easy To Make Christmas Snow Globe Soaps
This soap making tutorial is perfect for Christmas gift giving. They aren’t as hard as they look. You will need some little items such as buttons or small toys to use as embeds for your soap. Then you will need … Read More...
Free Pattern – Mounted Dog Heads
Before you get cranky at me this pattern is NOT in English but you can use Google translate with just the click of a button. I don’t want our readers to miss out on great “FREE” patterns. Here is the … Read More...
Book Review – Finger Puppet Origami
Put on your very own origami finger puppet show! With this Origami Finger Puppets
book by Muneji Fuchimoto.
Origami has been very popular in our house this year. It all started with the addition of a Japanese student in my … Read More...
Hand Quilted Lavender Sachet
Patience is the key to making something beautiful. These hand quilted squares are Lavender sachets but you could stuff them with whatever scent you like. I think they would make luxurious wheat bags for minor aches and pains.
How To Throw A Christmas Party On A Budget
Christmas parties are a highlight of the year that no-one wants to miss out on. But with many people and businesses feeling the pinch, sticking to a budget is essential.
So Partydelights have put together their top money-saving tips for … Read More...
Free Hoodie Pattern
This pattern is so fun. A new twist on traditional granny! You cane make the scarf / wrap as long or short as you like.
Worked double stranded for warmth and to hold hood shape. Free Crochet Hoodie Pattern.
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DIY Microdermabrasion with HoMedics
I am one of those people who never goes to a salon or beauty place. I will be honest with you, I have 2 reasons.
#1 – I hate being touched by strangers.
#2 – I hate paying ridiculous amounts … Read More...
Winter Spice Wax Tarts
As the holiday season approaches, many people are looking for ways to create a cozy and festive atmosphere in their homes. One simple and effective way to do this is by filling your house with the delightful smells of Christmas. … Read More...
DIY Book Advent Calendar
Book Review – The Joy Of Lettering
The Joy Of Lettering 
A creative exploration of contemporary hand lettering, typography & illustrated typeface. This book teaches you how to use typeface with different mediums such as water colors, metallics and even how to create your own hand drawn … Read More...
Mini Crochet Christmas Tree
Look at this Small Crochet Christmas Tree. It’s a colorful last-minute-crochet-idea for Christmas.
Just crochet as many as you like, combine the “hats” and enjoy the combinations – have a joyful holiday!
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How To Use Candy To Make An Elegant Centrepiece
This tutorial shows you how to use Color themed candy to create inexpesnive (but interesting) table centre pieces for your wedding or dinner party. It’s not really expected that your guests will eat this candy but it certainly looks adorable. … Read More...