It feels like it will probably be a long time before we have any snow where I live (though there is a dim chance we might get a little next week!) but it’s still a lot of fun, once the … Read More...
Knit a Simple Scarf for Barbie
This is a great idea if you have a little one in the Barbie phase, or even a little one who is in the Barbie phase and also learning to knit. I know my little one (who is still on … Read More...
Homemade Food Gifts
Are you getting ready to get in the kitchen and cook and bake some gifts for friends and family this weekend. Here are some additional ideas from Country Living that you might want to try. There are ideas for sweet, … Read More...
Free pattern: Stay put baby bib
Domenica from Easy Sewing for Beginners shares a free pattern for a baby bib that will stay put on even the squirmiest baby. Because bibs do no good if they don’t cover the shirt! Elastic side straps help keep the … Read More...
More Holiday-Themed Cross-Stitch Patterns
Here’s another good collection of Christmas and New Year themed cross-stitch patterns for you to check out, this time from Alita Designs.
I love the little ornament pictured, but there’s a nice variety of stuff, including a Christmas pudding … Read More...
Festive Coconut Banana Custard Pie with Holly Berry Crust
How beautiful does this pie look? A lovely addition to your holiday table. Renee at Kudos Kitchen by Renee gave some holiday cheer to her coconut banana custard pie by adding some holly berries. You could do this with your … Read More...
Tutorial: Christmas tree button pendant
I have a healthy stash of scrap buttons, so I’m always looking for a fun way to put them to use. This Christmas tree pendant would be a cute way to use your green buttons! Indygo Junction shares a tutorial … Read More...
Review and Giveaway: Stampin’ Up Paper Pumpkin Kit for November
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If you’re looking for paper crafting inspiration Paper Pumpkin is here to inspire you and bring creativity to your door each and every month. Paper Pumpkin is a subscription kit brought … Read More...
Slow Cooker Italian White Bean and Kale Soup
Brrr! Baby it’s cold outside and I’m not just singing the song. The weather is cold and frightful and I want some comfort soup, but it also has to be filling after being outside. This soup is perfect for those … Read More...
Cardboard Christmas Tree
Create your own Makedo Cardboard Christmas tree these holidays. All you have to do is download the template file from the link below then go to www.make.do for some Makedo cardboard construction tools.
How To Use Candy To Make An Elegant Centrepiece
This tutorial shows you how to use Color themed candy to create inexpesnive (but interesting) table centre pieces for your wedding or dinner party. It’s not really expected that your guests will eat this candy but it certainly looks adorable. … Read More...
Mini Crochet Christmas Tree
Look at this Small Crochet Christmas Tree. It’s a colorful last-minute-crochet-idea for Christmas.
Just crochet as many as you like, combine the “hats” and enjoy the combinations – have a joyful holiday!
Looking for more Christmas themed Crochet Patterns? … Read More...
Tutorial: Cozy Upcycled sweater Christmas trees
Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shares a tutorial at eHow showing how you can make these cozy Christmas tree decorations out of an old sweater. They have wooden down trunks and wood slice stands. Make a forest for your mantel!… Read More...
Chocolate and Cinnamon Pull-Apart Bread
Here is an easy dessert or snack that you can make during the holidays. This would also be a great gift that you and the kids can make for your neighbors and friends. Rasa Malaysia shares how to make this … Read More...
Tutorial: Reversible flannel vest from a men’s shirt
Cathi from Scratch and Stitch started with a men’s flannel shirt and turned it into a vest for herself. The shirt was lined, and she was careful with how she finished the edges so it’s a reversible vest. She’s got … Read More...
Polymer Clay Penguins
Penguins are one of those adorable winter time themes. Meg Newberg has a great, simple tutorial for polymer clay ones on her blog. The tutorial is for a basic penguin but adding the extra details makes the whole effect. Mine … Read More...
Bettern Than Cinnamin Scrolls, Make These Reese Rolls
Give your cinnamon and sugar a break and make the rolls with chocolate and peanut butter. Then cover with chocolate. What a fun breakfast or dessert, when they are expecting cinnamon. Stacie at Simply Stacie shares how to change up … Read More...
Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer Treats
Here is a great way to use up some leftover Halloween candy or just buy some new candy. Everyone’s favorite reindeer is created using two different chocolate bars, fondant, jelly beans and some other baking items. like eyes. The kids … Read More...
How to make your own name stamp great for decorating shipping boxes
Most of us have to ship some gifts this time of year and I thought it would be fun to make my own name stamp and decorate my shipping boxes this year. Pop on over to the ClearSnap blog to … Read More...
Tutorial: Glitter ribbon key fobs
These glitter ribbon key fobs would make great Christmas gifts! Jennifer from Ellison Lane shares a tutorial at Make Something showing how you can make them. They’re quick to put together. They’re the perfect small gift for coworkers, teachers, neighbors, … Read More...