Vicky Papaioannou will show you how to add some gorgeous shine to your holiday cards this year with foiling on printed images using a laminating machine. Visit her blog Clips N Cuts and check out her video tutorial.
-Heather
Introducing 30(ish) Days of Gift Knitting
Now that Thanksgiving is behind us, it’s time to really start thinking about the holidays, and I, for one, am completely unprepared.
I always decide at the last minute (aka, right about now) that I want to knit a bunch … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Velvet beanie hat
My dreams of a 90s fashion revival are coming true this year! Velvet is back, though with a modern twist. Friday Pattern Company shares a free pattern for making a beanie hat, and it’s awesome made from a low pile … Read More...
2 silhouette deer in love shaker card
Nothing says winter goodness like sparkly snow and what better way to bring a little bit of that magic indoors is with a shaker card filled with iridescent sequins and beads from Buttons Galore and More.
This card is really … Read More...
DIY Lego Advent Calendar
This Lego Advent calendar you can DIY and make at home. You will need to put all the little pieces together but once that job is done, you have yourself a FREE version of these infamous lego Advent calendars. 
You … Read More...
Party Food – Coconut and Lavender Lemonade
Purple is the new pink, well with this drink it certainly is. The purple looks stunning and this punch is perfect for any Purple themed party. Throw in some sprigs of Lavender for a pretty floral look. This recipe is … Read More...
The #1 SnickerDoodle Recipe
This Snickerdoodle recipe is #1. It’s the best of the best when it comes to Snickerdoodles, You get around 30 cookies out of this dough and If you like a chewy cookie then pull them out at 10 mins.
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DIY Concrete Orbs
Winter Planter Snowman DIY Don’t you hate spending lots of money on planter arrangements that get tossed soon after the holidays?! Yes, I knew there was some reason I made so many concrete orbs! As I stood in the… Read More... Project: Under the Sea Holiday Card
I love mermaids (and mermen) and using tropical designs for the holidays so I am in love with this adorable Z Fold Sea-sonal card! It’s designed by Katie Gehrig using stamps from Waffle Flower and she’s got a project tutorial … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Faux fur and sweater Christmas stockings
Alicia from Sew What Alicia shows how you can make these faux fur trimmed sweater Christmas stockings. They’re beautiful from white sweater knit and a light brown faux fur, and have muslin ties to hang them up. Sweater knit fabric … Read More...
6 Advent Calendars for Your Christmas Countdown
If you’re looking for DIY options for your Advent Calendar
/Christmas Countdown this year, hear are five stellar options. Even if you have bought a ready-made calendar, you can still use these ideas. I got my son a Playmobil calendar, … Read More...
Polymer Clay Marbled Christmas Tree Ornaments
Marbling clay is one of those little treats. You pick a couple of colours – or scraps – and twist and mix. Flatten it out and use cookie cutters. Sarah of Sisoo covers her whole process in the tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Loose fit drape cardigan
Heather Handmade shares a free sewing pattern and tutorial for making this loose fit drape cardigan with an asymmetrical hem. Make it from a knit fabric for a lightweight wrap. With the loose fit, one size will fit most people. … Read More...
Tutorial and cut file: Leather anemone clutch bag
Delia from Delia Creates shows how you can create this lovely clutch bag embellished with small leather blooms. The bag is just beg enough to hold a phone and wallet, perfect for an evening out. The leather anemones are cut … Read More...
10 Christmas Angel Crochet Patterns
We had to create an Angel themed Crochet pattern round-up, as nothing says Christmas more than Heavenly Angels. Angels are a great symbol to remind children of the religious aspects to Christmas time. These Angel Crochet Patterns are all available … Read More...
Insta Party Love – Balloon Cascades
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If you have ever tried to make a Balloon arch by yourself then you will truly appreciate how amazing this is. I am flat out trying to get … Read More...
Tutorial: Inlaid Holiday Cards
Maria Russell created this sweet card by coloring a die cut scene image with markers and placing it into the negative cut out space for some simple but super cute Holiday Inlaid cards. Visit her blog for complete instructions.
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Tutorial: No-sew felt Christmas gnomes
These felt gnomes are so cute, with their big fluffy beards and tall gnome hats! Sharon from Crafts ‘n Coffee shares a tutorial showing how you can make them. They’re made from felt and yarn, but there’s no sewing required. … Read More...
DIY | Modern Paper Tree Garland
With three shades of green card stock, some string and basic crafting tools, you can whip up this modern paper tree garland for your holiday decor. The minimalist design will suit any decorating theme this year. Classic trees work well … Read More...
How do you sew without a machine?
A funny thing happened today. While in transit, I lost a button on my trousers. The only button that was holding my trousers up and from me being a major embarrassment in an airport!
Luckily, with the help of some … Read More...