Gift wrapping isn’t complete without the bow. Wrap up your cupcakes this holiday, with these cute gift bow toppers. This technique can be used throughout the year for other special occasions too. I can’t make a regular bow with ribbon, … Read More...
Winner: Making a World of Difference quilt book
Congratulations goes to Brenda! She is the winner of my book giveaway, Making a World of Difference One Quilt at a Time, by Ruth McHaney Danner. Here’s her comment,
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Tutorial: Scrap denim Christmas tree decorations
Anny from Bonjour Handmade shows how you can use scraps of denim from old jeans to make simple Christmas tree ornaments. You can make the entire ornament from scrap materials – the denim from recycled jeans (or, even better, scraps … Read More...
Giving Back to the Art Community
Hey friends, today I wanted to share with you something that I think is wonderful. As artists, we love giving handmade gifts, and giving in general, right? I love seeing artists giving back to artists in order to foster the … Read More...
Santa Storm Trooper Cookies
Come over to the dark side and enjoy these storm trooper cookies. Or become a Jedi and defeat the storm troopers bite by bite. These cookies will be a big hit with all Star Wars fans. Brittanie at Simplistically Living … Read More...
Name Less Paints Are Set To Change The Way Our Kids Think
This set of nameless paint sets is sure to make your child think. The concept is simple, each color is marked only by its mixed colors and not it’s end result. Can you figure out which color is which? It … Read More...
Free Pattern – Baby Flower Cocoon
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This pattern is for a new born baby cocoon. Perfect for cuddles and photographs too. Obviously you could change the color combination t suit your decor or style. This pattern is easy to follow and available here. Crochet Flower Baby … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Holiday Christmas Hair & Makeup
Christmas parties invitations are coming from everywhere and you want to impress your friends by looking drop dead gorgeous for the next party. This DIY style me quick video shows you how to achieve the above look at home DIY … Read More...
Freebie: Reindeer Coloring Pages
The Animals Jr. site has 6 different Reindeer Coloring pages to print and color for free. Some are cute, some are cartoony and some are elegant, designs for kids or adults who love to color, click here to download them.… Read More...
Tutorial: Fleece stacking blocks for baby
Large foam stacking blocks are a favorite toy for baby. The blocks are easy for small hands to hold. You can stack them, and when they all come crashing down it’s all soft, no sharp points. Trisha from Making It … Read More...
December Daily Freebies
Download these great journaling cards for your December Daily, and see how Fuchsia used them in her 2014 Project Life Album. These classic tags will add a traditional touch to your albums. I think they would also make great gift … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux Ceramic Glaze
While the tutorial is for how to get the faux ceramic look, she mentions these would make great ornaments and she’s right. Cut out some stars, run through the tutorial, hang with twine on your tree. Since the reverse is … Read More...
Tutorial: Cloth napkin clutch
With a little sewing know-how, a pretty fabric napkin can become a pretty clutch purse. Danielle from Stickelberry shares a tutorial showing how to do it. A large button and a length or ribbon or bias tape makes an easy … Read More...
Soft Chewy Vegan Gingersnaps
A healthy cookie you can enjoy! It’s vegan, gluten-free and refined sugar free. I call that a baking hat trick! It is so hard to be good during the holidays, or worse, not be able to enjoy the baked goods … Read More...
DIY Chipboard Village with Free House Template
I love this little chipboard village that Alison from Adventures in Making created. I think they’re perfect for Christmas, even though they’re not overly Christmas-y so they can be used for decorating so many occasions!
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Tutorial: Noel Table Topper
Have you tried DecoFoil on fabric? Jaquelynne Steves, from The Art of Home, has and is so impressed with its ability to add a vintage look to fabric she’s gunning for you to try it. With that in mind, she … Read More...
Cinnamon Sugar Star Cookie Ornament
Want a more simple edible tree ornament other than the gingerbread house, how about these star cookies. I don’t know how long they would stay on my tree, but they would look cute while they lasted. Not sure the right … Read More...
This Stunning Holly Wall Is Surprisingly Easy to Make
I love Christmas decorations that are elegant and affordable. This holly wall makes a bold style statement using nothing more than green cardstock and honeycomb paper balls. Isn’t that clever? Head over to Snow and Graham to learn how to … Read More...
Free pattern: Mega Dump Truck Floor Pillow
This Mega Dump Truck floor pillow is a fun place for little kids to read a book or watch TV or snuggle down for a nap. Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a free pattern for making it. You can make … Read More...
8 Ways To Teach SHAPES to Children
Teaching the fundamentals is very important to developing an education. If you are trying to teach the basics to a little one in your home, you may be interested in one of these fun ideas. They are not only educational, … Read More...