Download the free templates and get the step by step instructions to making these 3D paper stars. You can use them as ornaments for the tree, gift toppers, place settings and lots more this Christmas.
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DIY Artsy Christmas Envelopes
Add some artsy flair to your Christmas card envelopes with these simple techniques from Fox and Hazel. With some acrylic paint, paint and brush pens and basic supplies like a used credit or gift card, stencils and makeup brushes, you … Read More...
Tutorial | Winter Holiday Tree Squeegee Painting
This squeegee painting technique is one that you can adapt for scrapbook page backgrounds, holiday cards and more.
Grab your favorite colors of acrylic paint, a squeegee, and some salt, and get all the details at the source below.
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Multiple Swirl Swirlies
Way back when I had started claying online, one of the first tutorials I tried was Desiree McCrory’s. It was fairly new at the time and I have made a lot of swirly beads since then. I haven’t done … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple and easy pot holders
Handmade gifts are the best. They show that you’ve put in the effort and thought to create something special just for the recipient. But let’s be honest, who has the time to spend hours upon hours crafting a gift? That’s … Read More...
How to make a recycled scarf wreath
This wreath is made with a woven scarf but I happen to have gone a little crazy knitting skinny scarves and I still love them but I don’t wear them. This is a perfect re-use and best yet I can … Read More...
Tutorial: Make Your Own Envelopes from Pattern Papers
Don’t put your handmade cards into just a plain envelope, make your own fun custom envelopes from pattern papers. The Gerda Steiner blog has directions, click here.
-Heather
Sewing Tutorial: Mommy and me ruffle aprons
Surayya from Blissful Sewing shares a tutorial showing how you can make a ruffled apron for children and adults Make a pair of matching mommy and me aprons, or just a single apron for a child or adult. The ruffles … Read More...
Light up paint by numbers – new spin on a classic craft
If you read this blog regularly you know how much I love things that light up. So when I got this light up paint by numbers canvas from Plaid I was so excited! As you can see I improvised a … Read More...
Free pattern: Ruffle sleeve baby onesie
Kate from See Kate Sew shares a free sewing pattern for making a ruffle sleeve onesie. The long sleeve onesie can be made from knit fabric. Her free pattern fits babies 3-6 months and includes options for two ruffle lengths. … Read More...
Project: Elf Gift Tag
I love to see Holiday decor in non traditional colors, like this sweet elf tag in pastel blues and greens. You can visit The Classroom blog and watch Carolyn Peeler’s video on how to make it, click here.
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Free pattern: Wine glass Christmas ornament
These wine glass ornaments by Stephanie from Swoodson Says are the best! Because wine. She shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog. Fill them with red or white wine (felt & sequins) depending on your preference. These would … Read More...
Knit a Sweet and Simple Gingerbread Man
This little knit gingerbread man from Knits’ End is just too cute!
I love the idea of a gingerbread man as an alternative to that weird elf everyone is always on about. Or if you have a child who loves … Read More...
Mason Jar Epsom Salt Christmas Terrarium
Free Mini Hogwart Charts
If you are a little Harry Potter fan or a big one you are going to love these Mini charts. The pattern/chart is available free. The tutorial isn’t in English bit it’s fairly obvious to anyone who is slightly experienced. … Read More...
5 Tips To Be A More Energetic Mom
This is the perfect article for me, not just because I am a Mom and I am tired, but because it’s Christmas time and I am sure 90% of Moms burn out at this time of year. Life is exhausting … Read More...
This is the Most Beautiful Balloon Arch EVER!
I think this is without a doubt the most beautiful balloon arch I have ever seen. Trust me I have seen a few. I love how it flows like dripping droplets of color. I hate to imagine just how long … Read More...
Tutorial: Winter Wonderland tote bag
Sarah from Sadie Seasongoods created a winter wonderland scene on a thrifted tote. The dark blue canvas is the perfect backdrop for the snowy scene! Crochet doilies make beautiful snowflakes, and some vintage trim the snowy ground. She shares a … Read More...
DIY Modern Christmas Card
Use your electronic cutting machine (Cricut or Silhouette), and the free SVG cut file to make these modern Christmas cards in the colors of your choice.
There’s also a printable PDF template for the hard core hand cutters among us.… Read More...
Free Gingerbread Man Printable Coloring Gift Wrap
Wrap up some gifts while coloring too! The kids will probably love this gingerbread man gift wrap, and might actually be happy to help wrap some gifts.
The PDF files print up on letter sized paper, and you get a … Read More...