Paper Crafter’s Library has a fun way to keep track of who’s been naughty and who’s been nice. Click the link to watch a video on how to make this cute holiday notepad holder.
-Heather
22 ideas for recycled magazine crafts
If you liked yesterday’s magazine Christmas tree I bet you will love what’s over at the blog Tinker Lab by Mom Rachelle. She rolled up magazines just to see what her kid did with them! I actually think the way … Read More...
Mod Dreidel Favor Boxes
Dreidel, Dreidel, Dreidel, I made you out of this bright, eye-catching, totally free printable by Kelly Lyden and turned you into treat-filled party favors for the Hanukkah table. So fantastic. Find them HERE at The Party Dress, spotted on … Read More...
3 Reindeer Kid Crafts
Reindeer are so magical and are so much a part of getting in the spirit of Santa Claus! Head on over to BabyCenter to make any one or all three of the adorable reindeer crafts! The author is Jamielyn of … Read More...
Kid Friendly Wrapping Paper
With this type of wrapping, kids will enjoy putting it on just as much as ripping the paper off! These wonderful ideas for wrapping presents can be easily done with a little help from a parent. Head on over to … Read More...
Holiday Moss Topiaries
If you love topiaries, here’s a fun project to decorate your home. The Rebel Crafter tells us that it’s a bit of a messy project, so be prepared for that when you get started. Here’s the how to over at … Read More...
Tutorial: Round yoke dress with an empire waist
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shows how she created her Hello Neutral dress for her little girl. The short-sleeved dress is gathered on to a rounded yoke. A belt embellished with a poof of tulle creates an empire waist. Love … Read More...
DIY: felt mistletoe & mistletoe pomander ornament tutorial
Kacey, of “Stay-at-Home artist” has this lovely felt mistletoe tutorial that appears to be a quick and yet stunning project. I have seen many felt mistletoe patterns; but I love this one’s simple elegance. I would say this is … Read More...
Printable Paint Stick Ornaments
Aren’t these adorable? You can make them too! You’ll need some large paint stir sticks and the free printables available from Today’s Fabulous Finds. Get the how to here — Printable Paint Stick Ornaments {Tutorial}.
Project: Letter Pressing for Kids
Here’s a wonderful crafting project to do with the kids when they are stuck inside on a cold day. Mommy Labs has directions for do it yourself letter pressing, the kiddos can create their own artwork to print again and … Read More...
Hot Air Balloon Ornament
Inspired by a hot air balloon mobile over at Restoration Hardware, Rena created these fun hot air balloon ornaments for her Christmas tree. Check them out over at The Cheese Thief: How to Make Hot Air Balloon Ornament Tutorial.
Tutorial: Felt house ornament
Cate Anevski guest-posted the tutorial for this adorable house ornament over on whip up. Use your felt scraps, a touch of applique, and a bit of embroidery to create keepsakes for your tree or as gifts for friends. Go … Read More...
Tutorial: Snowflake coasters or ornaments
Laura of Bugs and Fishes riffs on papercut snowflakes with her winter designs that can be used as coasters or ornaments. Follow her tutorial to make a set of your own.
Tutorial: Short-sleeved tee into a layered long-sleeved shirt.
Maia from Sew Long, Wear Well shows how you can turn the short-sleeved shirt your child wore in the warm weather months into a layered long-sleeved tee for the cold weather months. It’s a great way to get one more … Read More...
Tutorial: Resize a man’s necktie to fit a young child
Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how to resize a man’s tie so that it fits your little guy. She created the tie for her young son, who likes to dress up but finds a clip-on tie to be uncomfortable. … Read More...
Tutorial: High waist fit pants for little girls
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shares a tutorial for making herPerfect High Waist Fit Pants for little girls. The pants she shows were part of her entry into Project Run and Play earlier this year. The side seams and back … Read More...
Tutorial: Throw pillow for the social media junkie
Do you know someone who loves their social media? Their Facebook and their Twitter feed? Marla from Marla, Plain & Small shows how to make fun throw pillows for the social media junkie. Get the how-to.
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Snowman Bottles with Printable
Quite possibly, the cutest Winter party bottles ever. Make adorable snowmen bottles with the how-tos and link to free printable HERE at Holiday with Matthew Mead, created by Amy of Living Locurto. Be sure to check out the other … Read More...
Tutorial: Needleturn applique
Lynette Anderson shows us her favorite technique for flawless needleturn applique. See her tute.
Calvin and Hobbes Snowmen Truffles
I certainly hope the memories of Calvin and Hobbes stay as strong as the comic strip itself. Anybody else cut out the last strip, that wintery scene in the Sunday comics, and frame it? Make Calvin and Hobbes-inspired truffles snowmen … Read More...