Christmas cookies that double as pudding? That look like ornaments? And… that can be put on a stick
? Yes, my lollipop stick obsession is well documented. So of course I love these Christmas Pudding Cookies from Bubble and Sweet. … Read More...
Great Giant greeting card idea- Send a Hug
This project combines so many cool elements- it is personal, it is crafty, and its BIG! You know what a fan of BIG and easy projects I am. Pop on over to the blog Paging Supermom for the tutorial on … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew felt peppermint swirl hair bows
Jessica from Cutesy Crafts shows how you can make these felt peppermint swirl hair bows – with no sewing required. All you need are a few colors of felt and some hot glue! These felt peppermint treats would also be … Read More...
Savory Potato Soup
Do you have leftover potatoes that you didn’t need to cook? This soup will take care of that. I’m all about comforting soups and chili through the cold months. Jessie at Life as a Strawberry shares how to make this … Read More...
Check Out This Lovely Stitched Nativity
Free Patterns.com is a free membership site with a ton of great patterns for all sorts of crafts. Their Christmas collection for cross stitch is wide-ranging, but I wanted in particular to point out the Blessed Creche pattern.
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Tutorial: Scrap fabric Christmas cards
Use your smallest fabric scraps to make beautiful Christmas cards! Simple Simon and Company shares a tutorial Skip To My Lou today showing how. AND they’ve got two free card designs you can download and print. The printable includes a … Read More...
Leftover Thanksgiving Pop Tarts
A savory pop tart is better than a sweet one. Here is a way you can take your Thanksgiving leftovers on the go. Unless you are going to cover it with gravy. Cleaner than a sandwich and still warm and … Read More...
How to make recycled trophy place card settings
I have a question for all of you parents with kids that have grown up through the “participation trophy” era, do you have a huge stash of trophies that you are looking to do something with? I don’t happen to … Read More...
A Great Idea to Teach Gratitude
With this being the season of gratitude, it is a perfect opportunity to teach your little ones how to show their gratitude to everyone in their lives. This idea from Homemade by Carmona is so perfect and could be a … Read More...
Book Review – Color By Number Around The World
Color By Number – Around The World
This is a great coloring book that edges in to Educational without the artist (young or old) even realizing what has been thrust upon them.
This book is also includes a full-color … Read More...
DIY Watercolor Envelopes
Christmas time is the perfect time to send traditional snail mail. How beautiful are these hand addressed envelopes. In this tutorial she shows you how to make the envelope but you will need the measuring tool. Alternatively you can purchase … Read More...
Make Your Own Wooded Wicks
Wooden wicks are easy to light, are known for their natural burning quality, versatility with different types of wax and the crackling campfire glow they emit when lit. Best of all, they’re not difficult to make and can save you … Read More...
Yoga Mat Pattern – Perfect Gift
Do you have a Yoga loving friend who would love this bag for Christmas. It’s a great project that will truly be utilized and appreciated. This crochet bag pattern can be found here. Crochet Yoga Mat Bag.
Why should … Read More...
Gingerbread Decorating Party
Let’s face it, if you are going to make mess for one child you might as well do it for a whole bunch of them right? I actually hate doing gingerbread houses, getting candy to stay on the house is … Read More...
Easy Knit Gift: Snowy Earflap Hat
I saw the Snowy Earflap Hat from Red Heart Yarns on Twitter the other day, and it’s just so cute I had to share it. (I originally typed “I hat to share it” because my mind is ridiculous.)
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Tutorial: Candy wrapper gift card wallet
Oh, the Christmas candy! It’s already on the shelves and tempting me. Here’s an excuse to buy the candy and eat it all – because you need that empty candy bag to make a gift for someone on your list! … Read More...
Snickerdoodle Overnight Oatmeal Smoothie
A few last minutes shopping and I’ll be ready for the big day! Hope your preparation is going well. One thing I tend to forget to do is eat breakfast. The overnight oatmeals work well, when you are busy working … Read More...
Words matter for quilters
Fabric collections. We quilters all have them and most of us refer to them as our stash. Maddie of BadAss Quilters Society urges us to think about why we call it our “stash”. There are two dynamics going on, the … Read More...
Project: Vintage Tea Cup Card
Warm someone’s heart this cold winter with a lovely vintage tea cup card. Debby Huges will show you how to heat emboss, water color and then die cut the stamped images for this pretty card. Visit her blog for all … Read More...
Free Printable Holiday Gift Tags
Free printable Christmas gift tags. An easy DIY to customize any gift, just print them on your home printer, cut them out and add some string or ribbon.
The color scheme is minimalist with light mauve, grey and black, and … Read More...