There are a lot of cross-stitch patterns online, and while we may get lost in the variety, we may still find
good things. I came across this newbie shop, SmartCrossStitch, and liked their baby samplers.
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Simple Needle Felted Snowflake Ornaments
These needle felted snowflakes have been made using the Needle felting technique and Snowflake cookie cutters. These can be used to embellish Christmas projects, sweater or add a little ribbon and hand these on the Christmas tree.
Lego Challenge Advent Calender
This Lego challenge calendar is perfect for any kid who doesn’t like the traditional Advent Christmas calendar. In actual fact this is an all year round challenge, but I thought it would be nice to use it as a Christmas … Read More...
What Does A Maid Of Honor Have To Do?
If you are reading this article about being a Maid of honor, then congratulations. A dear friend who is getting married has chosen you to be by their side on their special wedding day. Being chosen as a Maid of … Read More...
Project: Clear Snowman Gift Tags
How sweet are these double sided snowman gift tags? Nichol Spor added die cut snowmen and stamped and embossed words to large clear acetate die cut tags to make this fun addition to any holiday gift. She’ll show you how … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Felt camper mini hoop Christmas ornament
This felt camper mini embroidery hoop art would be so cute on a Christmas tree! The little retro camper looks so happy and cozy parked in the snow. Bev from Flamingo Toes has a free pattern for making one. I … Read More...
23 Advent Calendars for a Joyful Christmas Countdown
Take a look at these 23 DIY Advent Calendars
to help build anticipation and make the countdown to Christmas fun and joyful. There are some pretty ingenious ideas, not all of them paper based, but more than enough fodder for … Read More...
Tutorial and pattern: Kids cozy fleece robe
Sew a fleece robe for a cozy and special Christmas gift for a child! Jess from Gracious Threads shares a tutorial and free pattern at Fleece Fun. The knee-length robe has a hood and large pockets, and an attached belt. … Read More...
Project: Foiled Christmas Cards
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.
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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 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 kitchen… 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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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...
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. 
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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...