The other day I shared a post with a mnemonic device to help you remember how to work the Kitchener stitch.
But even when you know how to do it, it is, admittedly, not a lot of fun.
What … Read More...
Get the Kids Moving with This Stuff the Turkey Game
The Stuff the Turkey game from Kid Friendly Things to Do is so cute, easy to make and will provide lots of fun to kids and adults alike at your holiday gatherings (or a fun indoor physical activity for those … Read More...
Technique: Winter Deer Card with White on White Background
This lovely winter white on white scene on this sweet card from Nichol Spohr carries over from the card base to the center panel to pull the entire look together. And the sweet deer and sentiment stamp are perfect for … Read More...
Hot Cocoa Mug Gift
Create a hand lettered vinyl Christmas mug filled with hot cocoa and snowflake marshmallows. This tutorial shows you how to use hand lettered designs from the Cricut store with your Cricut machine to make these great neighbor gifts. You’ll get … Read More...
Snowmen Ornaments from Clay
I think this is one of those clever clay projects for Christmas great for the whole family. You can make smaller versions from solid clay or use aluminum foil balls (or ornaments) for the head on larger ones. Nell, of … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Christmas tree skirt made from a tablecloth
Lisa from Cucicucicoo shows how you can make a Christmas tree skirt from a tablecloth. That’s such a great idea! It’s usually pretty easy to find a tablecloth at a thrift store or discount housewares store, and it will usually … Read More...
Winner- Stitch Camp
Congrats go out to Deborah W. of Beavercreek, OH as she is the winner of Stitch Camp: 18 Crafty Projects for Kids & Tweens – Learn 6 All-Time Favorite Skills: Sew, Knit, Crochet, Felt, Embroider & Weave
Winner- Design Your Own Crochet Projects
Congrats go out to Heidi K. of Atlanta, GA as she is the winner of Design Your Own Crochet Projects: Magic Formulas for Creating Custom Scarves, Cowls, Hats, Socks, Mittens & Gloves
Project: Llama Christmas Card
I think Llama’s must be the new “it” animal and why not they are so fluffy and sweet (except of course when they spit :)) I’m seeing lots of great stamps with Llamas especially for the holidays with great Fa-la-llama … Read More...
How to make a painted twig bouquet
This is such a simple idea but boy it looks so cool and modern. I bet this would be a great project to make when you are stuck indoors when it’s cold outside. Pop on over to the blog Homemade … Read More...
Tutorial: Fix a too-short shirt with a faux layer hem
Kids grow fast, y’all. As quickly as you can get them all the clothes they need, they’re starting to outgrow them again. Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows a cute way you can add length to a … Read More...
Gingerbread Man Salted Caramel Cupcakes
1/2 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened 1/2 cup molasses
2 eggs flour 1 teaspoon baking soda
2 cups all-purpose 1/4 teaspoon salt 1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/2 teaspoon ground allspice
3/4 … Read More... Free Moana Party Printables
If your little one is dreaming of the Pacific then you are going to love these FREE printable Moana Movie Printables. Moana is such a positive strong female character and every little girl wants to be here. You can grab … Read More...
Christmas Gift Wrapping Ideas – Seeing Isn’t Believing Chalk Gift Tags
These Christmas gift tags are very cute and all you have to do is print them off and cut them out. It’s so easy to print off your own gift tags. This handmade feel would look great against solid color … Read More...
Learn to Knit (or Teach Someone Else) This Holiday Season
I know we’ve all got a million other things to do right now aside from learning new skills, but once the actual holiday stuff (eating, unwrapping presents) is over, sometimes there’s extra time you don’t quite know what to do … Read More...
Project: Woodland Deer Card
Debbie Henderson will show you how she colored this woodland trees embossing folder and how she cleverly slipped a stamped deer image behind the embossed trees for this lovely woodland forest scene card. Visit her blog Debbie’s Designs for a … Read More...
One More Turkey to Cross Stitch
I know it’s Thanksgiving week already, but this simple turkey pattern from Mother Bee Designs is one that you still have time to stitch before the big feast.
It’s a pretty easy design, rated for beginners, and it only uses … Read More...
Play the Thanksgiving Gratitude Game with Your Kids
There are lots of different ways to explore gratitude and make crafts related to things we are thankful for, but I thought this gratitude game from Teach Beside Me was an interesting way to talk about being grateful for the … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Tiny zip pouch purse with pockets
Caroline from Sew Can She created this little Tiny Bag as a scrapbusting project. She’s got a free pattern and tutorial for us! The bag is small, just big enough to hold a phone and wallet, but it has little … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Upcycle an old sweater into cute Christmas tree ornaments
These magenta sweater Christmas trees were my present to my swap partner in the 2017 Ornament Exchange blog hop. I’ve got a free pattern and tutorial over at Orange Bettie. They’re quick and easy to make using just one pattern … Read More...