I will admit that I always use the same stitch. I hardly venture outside of my comfort zone. I am so glad that I found this free pattern and tutorial by Cheryl Fall on About.com. I love that the … Read More...
Free pattern: Velvet cuff Christmas stockings
Sew4Home shares a free pattern for making these gorgeous velvet cuff Christmas stockings. I’m loving that angled cuff! The stockings are beautiful in traditional Christmas colors, with the angled cuff and the fluffy pom poms adding a touch of the … Read More...
Quick and Easy Snowy Chocolate Pinecones
These pinecones look so realistic. What a fun edible craft to do with the kids. Plus, it is a no bake recipe. So this could be done in the classroom during a holiday party or a regular birthday party. Remember … Read More...
Filet Crochet Guide
If you haven’t tried Filet Crochet then now is the time to give it a go, or at least read about it. They have also included some links to free tutorial which you might want to try. I really love … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Ugly Sweater Skirt
That moment when you realize being invited to the neighbourhood or office ” Ugly Christmas Sweaters” party really isn’t that cool . It’s the same moment that you stand in the mirror trying to wear that ugly sweater (You … Read More...
DIY – Christmas Wreath Earrings
The silly season is amongst us and whilst you may not feel the need to wear your Christmas sweater these earrings a little less silly and a little more cute. Rings and Things has the full tutorial and of course … Read More...
8 Stamped Christmas Gift Tags You Can Hand Make
Christmas is the perfect opportunity to give pretty packages, and what better way to add a finishing touch to an already beautiful box than to add a homemade stamped gift tag? These 8 Christmas gift tag ideas will definitely … Read More...
Project: Mixed Media Christmas Canvas Art
Tim Holtz has detailed photos and step by step directions for making a wonderful mixed media art piece on a burlap canvas panel. He’ll show you how to add texture and glitter to the panel, use ink sprays to color … Read More...
Tutorial: Leather trimmed zippered pouch
Whether given as a stand alone gift or filled with small treats, a zippered pouch can be a great Christmas gift. Melissa Mortenson from Polka Dot Chair shares a tutorial at Skip To My Lou showing how to make one. … Read More...
Etsy Shop Feature- Marigold Trading Company
This weeks etsy shop feature is Marigold Trading Company. I stumbled upon them as I was at the Funky Finds Holiday Show here in Fort Worth and loved their hand made ornaments!
I love that Marigold Trading Company cuts and … Read More...
Freebie | 2 Printable Advent Calendars
Did you totally space on your Advent Calendar this year? Never fear, I am here to help make you look like the most awesome mum ever. All you’ll need is some cardstock and a printer, and in less time than … Read More...
Tutorial: Christmas Nougat Cane
When I’m asked what a cane is and how my beads are made – primarily with canes – I often use the explanation of how some forms of candies are made such as saltwater taffy, nougats and candy canes. Here’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy fringed flannel throw blanket
Stef from Girl. Inspired. shares a tutorial for making this simple fringed flannel throw blanket. It’s super easy to make – just a couple of long straight seams – so a beginner sewist could make this. These would make excellent … Read More...
Project: Decorated Mason Jar Gift
Gifts of hand made food items are always a nice way to tell someone you are thinking of them during the holidays. Why not add some extra pizzazz by decorating the container like this cute mason jar with stamped tag … Read More...
Short Cut Needle Felting Ornaments featuring Sharon from Crafts ‘n Coffee Handmade Ornament
Sharon from (Crafts ‘n Coffee) shared her needle felting stunning ornaments with Stephanie of Stephanie Lynn. Sharon has an outstanding tutorial for us from a supply list to using a circle template to make perfect circles. This is a good … Read More...
Nutella Christmas Cookies S’mores
I haven’t done a S’mores recipe in a while. So here is an easy last minute cookie idea that the kids can help you with.
This recipe has very little cooking and is made with all store bought items. This … Read More...
Tutorial: Quick and easy elf hats
Alicia from Felt With Love Designs shares a tutorial at So Sew Easy showing how you can make these Easy DIY Felt Elf Hats. They’d make cute props for holiday photos. Or, since they’re so quick to make, and use … Read More...
Hot Cocoa Melts
Here is another easy project to do with the kids and would make great gifts for teachers and neighbors. They could also be used at a hot cocoa bar.
There really isn’t a recipe. All you need is chocolate of … Read More...
19 Christmas Crochet Ornaments
With 19 free crochet patterns to choose from you are sure to find the perfect decoration for your 2014 Christmas tree. Do you change the look or theme of your tree each year? We change it every couple of years … Read More...
DIY – Activated Charcoal Recipes
I imagine around 50% of you are saying What is Activated Charcoal Powder
? Well here is the answer.
Activated charcoal is a product of burned hardwoods. It provides a natural way to color your soap black. To achieve a … Read More...