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Are you looking for a quick and easy plastic canvas needlepoint Christmas gift for someone? Here’s a nice (and useful) idea for you. Make a set of these pretty coasters in a kaleidoscope pattern. The design comes from Homeschooling Hearts … Read More...
I’m pretty sure that everyone needs one of these absolutely adorable snowmen quilts and throw pillows. Well, at least I do. This free pattern from Patchwork Posse is an easy and fast project to make.
With the exception of the … Read More...
These quilled designs are simple to make yet add beautiful detail to any card. Use these quilling techniques for cards, other paper crafts and so much more. The 4 cards include designs for a birthday, sympathy and just because. These … Read More...
Wow, how wonderful is this wintery Snow Globe Card from Marine!? It has the look of an old black and white movie and reminds me of It’s a Wonderful Life. She used stamps and dies from Lawn Fawn and monochromatic … Read More...
Add a sweet country farmhouse look to your Christmas decor with these fabric Christmas trees! Patti from Hearth and Vine shows how you can make them. It’s a festive project that beginners can make. Make up several in a variety … Read More...
Jen die cut lots of snowflakes from pretty pattern papers and formed them into a round wreath shape for this frosty Hello Winter Layout. The gold title is balanced on the opposite side with the photo and she’s tucked in … Read More...
This very easy cowl pattern is quick to make and can be whipped up with just one ball of yarn.
The puff stitches make a lovely textured fabric which is nice and warm. Ideal for keeping the chill off the … Read More...
I’ve made a lot of recycled book folded Christmas trees but I’ve never seen angels made with recycled book pages…especially ones that are so easy. Pop on over to the blog Mentootlet for the tutorial on how to make a … Read More...
Create a simple fleece tree skirt to finish out your Christmas tree decorations. Heather at Heather Handmade shows how you can make one. Fleece is easy to sew with, and you can make this Christmas tree skirt with just … Read More...
I’ve been focusing a lot on holiday specific knitting projects lately, but if you’re looking for gifts to knit that will carry the recipient through the year, it’s time to start thinking quick and easy projects with big yarn and … Read More...
This scented mug rug makes a perfect gift! The heat of a warm mug releases the scent of spices. It’s an easy project to make, and you can use your fabric scraps. Add a cute mug or some nice coffee … Read More...
Do you remember when you were a child and you had that favorite book that you read over and over? After a few readings it would practically be falling apart. Well, here is a pretty solution for you. It’s a … Read More...
Sewing machine covers are a great way to put your sewing machine to bed at night. It helps prevent knobs being knocked, tensions being changed and of course dust settling in all the wrong nooks and crannies. A Sewing machine … Read More...
Watercolor sheets are sheets of paper that are infused with watercolor pigment and can be used with a wet paint brush just like a regular paints. These handy little booklets are perfect for crafting while traveling, taking to a class … Read More...
Pocket Pages are a quick and easy way to put together layouts in no time. These Christmas themed pocket pages from Nathalie include lots of photos, journaling cards, wooden sentiments and are accented with acrylic embellishments.
These layered paper ornaments are made from Christmas gift wrap 
and the reverse side is as pretty as the front. These ornaments are a stunning addition to your Christmas Tree and are sure to impress.
See the video here
This printable Christmas tree game from Play Party Plan has kids decorate a tree according to rolls of the dice.
It includes different decorations and a list of numbers, so they can roll the dice and decorate the tree in … Read More...
This wonderful little Folio project is the perfect way to say Thank You to a friend. With an envelope, pockets, tags and a pull out accordion section there’s lots of places for photos, sentiments and embellishments. It folds up neatly … Read More...
Damjana from AppleGreen Cottage has made these sweet DIY Christmas decorations in Scandinavian style. Check out the tutorial to sew some trending holiday home decor this year. You won’t believe how easy they are to make!
Looking for Holiday or … Read More...
Worked from tip to tip, it grows into a triangular piece by increasing 1 st at the beginning of each RS row.
The shawl is worked in stockinette stitch featuring lace outside panel. You can purchase this shawl pattern via … Read More...
