Mary Miller from Spoolhardy Girl shares a tutorial over at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make this patchwork wine bag. It’s a pretty way to present a gift bottle. The patchwork is simple; she says it can be done … Read More...
Project: Holiday Accordion Book
The Hampton Arts blog has directions for scoring and folding a lovely holiday mini accordion book. Add some stamping, pattern paper and embellishments to make it your own.
-Heather
Looking for more paper crafts ideas and supplies? Check some … Read More...
Make Your Own Sock Snowman And Santa’s
It wouldn’t be Christmas without some adorable sock snowmen! And now there’s Santa too. A totally fun addition to your mantle this year, and if you have kids they will love to join in the fun! These make fun gifts … Read More...
Another Loss to the Knitting Community
I think we just need to get through this week with no more bad news, but I’m also saddened to report that Evie Rosen, the woman who founded the knit and crochet charity Warm Up, America, died recently. She … Read More...
Schaefer Yarn Set to Close
I feel like I have nothing but bad news for you this week (and this is not the end of it, unfortunately) but word on the Web is that Schaefer Yarn Company, based in Interlocken, N.Y., is going to … Read More...
Muffin Fries and Cookies from Cake, Recipes for Costco
I had to share with you some super easy recipes I created for the December issue of Costco’s cookbook, Simply Delicious. They asked me to come up with recipes using their Kirkland Brand muffins and their sheet cake. So … Read More...
Winter Wonderland Cake
…wherein a snowman watches as penguins start a snowball fight. And there’s even an igloo. Find tips on making this cutie cake HERE at Cake Whiz.
Looking for more Penguin party ideas? Check out these Penguin Party Decorations
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Christmas Tree Bento Box Idea
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas… even in your lunch box. Make this Christmas-trees-everywhere Christmas tree bento lunch HERE at Creative Food.
Bento is a fun way to send snacks to school for your child.
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Bars for Kids. Food Bars, I mean. And Healthy Ones.
I’m loving this idea of setting up a food bar for kids at meals. It’s a way to introduce healthy foods, kids get involved in food preparation, and maybe the control they get over their own preparation will encourage them … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruby Lou Bag for little girls
Melissa Mortenson from Little Polka Dot shares a tutorial over at the Riley Blake Designs blog showing how to make her Ruby Lou Bag. It has the shaping and the style of a grown-up bag, but it’s actually sized for … Read More...
Free pattern: Elf stocking
Patty Young shares a free pattern for this cute elf stocking over at the Baby Lock site. It’s got a curly elf toe and a zig zaggy cuff trimmed with jingle bells. The pattern is part of their Snappy … Read More...
Freebie: Little Holiday House
The Cheeky Magpie has a free file for making this sweet tiny holiday house, I love the little cotton smoke coming out of the top! There are several files to choose from eps, svg and dxf and for print and … Read More...
6 Advent Calendar Ideas You Could Totally Pull Off Today!
It’s November 30th, and if you still want to do an Advent Calendar 
you totally can! Here are six simple and quick ideas that you can do today!
1. Printable Pyramid Advent Calendar Garland from Julie Ree
2. Patterned … Read More...
Freebie | Tiny Gift Boxes Printable
The Dapper Toad shares a free printable template for making these tiny gift boxes. She used them for her Charlie Brown Christmas Tree decor, and I think they would make adorable ornaments too. Click here to go to the download.… Read More...
Crochet Baby Cuddly
I can’t help myself! I so want to make this in pure white for a Christmas baby so s/he would look like a snow ball!! How cute would that be? The one on the right is the one that really … Read More...
Tutorial | Turn Your Instagram Photos Into Christmas Cards
This tutorial over at Photjojo shares how you can use various smart phone apps to make Christmas cards with Instagram photos.They are calling them Holly-Jolly Grams! Click here to see all the steps.
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Dr Seuss – Kiwi Fruit Grinch Snack
Step into the whimsical world of Dr. Seuss with a fruity twist – introducing the “Whatta Mean Kiwi Grinch!” This delightful and healthy snack is perfect for the Seuss-loving fruit enthusiast. Get ready to add a burst of color and … Read More...
Free pattern: Vintage inspired ruffle apron top for baby girl
Cassandra from Cass Can Sew shares a free pattern and tutorial for making a vintage-inspired apron top for a baby girl. The curved bottom is trimmed with a ruffle, and the neck and armholes finished off with bias tape. I’m … Read More...
Hanukkah Mantle Ideas
You’ll love the different ideas for Hanukkah from Sweet Happy Life. I think the little lit up tree is my favorite! Decorate your mantle this year or just make some fun Hanukkah crafts with your family. Check out the post … Read More...
Twilight Tree of Life Painting
When I saw this post over on Kim’s blog I was in awe. I saw Twilight but haven’t seen the sequels and haven’t really followed the phenomenon, but I love this painting! Kim was inspired by a piece of art … Read More...