The Magic Onions has 3 great posts for inspirational ornaments and a great gift.
Here, she shows you how to make a Toadstool Ornament.
And these dried flower ornaments will just shimmer in the lights.
And how precious are … Read More...
Artful Wishes with Cookie Dough and Sprinkles
I declare it a requirement to scroll through this New Year’s greeting from artist Christoph Niemann featured at the New York Times. Brilliant.
Free Pattern – Waterlily Leg Warmers
A Christmas Story Cookies
Why oh why did I not see these before my A Christmas Story Party Monday roundup? Well, you can see them HERE at cookies and cups.
Candy Coated Christmas Party
All I could think about this sweets-filled party is how my 3 year old would be in absolute heaven to attend. I love the details of this candy coated kids Christmas party featured on Catch My Party. Check it out … Read More...
Christmas Cheese n’ Pasta
I love when I find new sites dedicated to edible crafts, especially when they are right in my inbox. Rosemary of A Mouse on the Table sent me a link to her treat-filled blog, and you’ll find such gems as … Read More...
Fancy filigree earrings project and giveaway
Auntie’s Beads is having a giveaway of these fancy filigree earrings for those who comment before 4PM CST today (12/20/2010). Head over and enter; you can also learn to make a pair as a last-minute gift or for your very … Read More...
Tutorial: I Spy bag
Cindy from Skip To My Lou shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make an I Spy Bag. It’s a small pillow filled with clear beads and random tiny objects. A window on one side allows a peak … Read More...
Tutorial: Knee patches from jeans pockets
Hester Jane from Fun in the Making shows a cool idea for patching the knees on a pair of jeans. She uses pockets from another pair of jeans for the patches. Get the tute to find out how to do … Read More...
How to make a paper tube snowflake
These are just so pretty and they come from such humble beginnings. See the great tutorial for making paper towel or bathroom tissue tube snowflake ornaments that Ashley sent in featured on her blog Chasing Fireflies.
Check out this … Read More...
Tutorial: Snowball Skirt with fabric flower embellishments
Mandy from Sugar Bee Craft Edition shows how to make her Snowball Skirt. This dressy skirt is actually fairly simple to make; it’s made from a rectangle of fabric with an elastic waistband hidden by a fabric sash. Fabric flower … Read More...
Freebie: Printable Christmas Poster
This Merry & Bright poster might be just the touch you’re looking for to finishing up your Christmas décor. Click here to go to the download from Stay at Home Artist
Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and … Read More...
Monday Mosaic: Holiday Celebrations
Here are some lovely table setting ideas for the holidays – wine glasses, markers, coasters, beautiful glassware.
1. Faux Ceramic Colorful Coaster by XOCC
2. Floral Napkin Rings by Ayeletbeads
3. Festive Wine Charms by GimpyVicki
4. Lovely Millefiori Plate… Read More...
CROCHET PACKAGE WRAPPING??
I’m enthralled with the ideas on this site for using yarn to ‘wrap’ packages. The correct term might be to ’embellish’ wrapping – but I just LOVE what they’ve done with the yarn.
My mind is running wild with ideas … Read More...
Recipe Monday: A Christmas Story
1.entertainment. Watch the classic Movie a Christmas story
, of course.
2.decor. Make sure to have bars of Lifebuoy red soap
in the bathroom.
3. cupcakes. Make leg lamp cupcakes with how-tos and printables from … Read More...
Tutorial: Christmas Tree Bokeh
Learn how to get classic and custom bokeh from the lights on your Christmas Tree. Kevin and Amanda show you how. Click here to go to the tutorial
Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and supplies? Check out … Read More...
Tutorial: Ironing mat
Kristin from Craft Leftovers shows how to make an ironing mat. A small mat like this is perfect for the times when you need to give something a quick press but don’t want to mess with pulling out the big … Read More...
Tutorial: Marching band inspired sweater refashion
Kathleen from Grosgrain shares a sweater refashion that’s part St. Pepper’s, part 80’s retro, and all kinds of fabulous! It’s part of her Embellish Knit series of sweater refashions. (This was day 28 – I’m so sad that it’s … Read More...
Purdy Project round up at The CSI Project
This gorgeous desk makeover from Mud Pie Studio is only one of the amazing paint projects featured over at The CSI project today. You must go take a look, there are just too many cool things to list. Head over … Read More...
Mattress Stitch – It’s Easy The Knitting Daily Way!
Over at the Knitting Daily site, there is a mattress stitch tutorial. It’s really easy and Eunny Jang shows you how! And, while you’re there, be sure and download Getting Started: Basics and Beyond with Eunny Jang; you’ll find … Read More...