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Keeping kids entertained at holiday gatherings can be a bit of challenge, but having a few free printable coloring and activity sheets on hand can help. Kids Activities Blog has compiled a roundup of 70 professionally designed printables suitable for … Read More...
Need some last minute holiday gift tags? Grab your electronic die cutting machine and download this free set of holly gift tag SVG cut files from SVG Cuts.
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For those of us still squeaking our Christmas decorations, Simple Simon & Co. shows how you can make a quick felt snowflake Christmas tree skirt. The design is striking, but simple to create. If you have a snowflake die, you … Read More...
Whether you are still looking for a quick and easy gift idea, or just a little something to make for yourself, this tutorial from the blog Little Treasures will be perfect. You’ll only need a few of your basic necklace … Read More...
I’m in my final stages of gift wrapping today, and looking for some fun ideas to make it cool. So happy to find these 27 ideas over at Buzzfeed.
Use them to create the ~illusion~ of craftiness and wow your … Read More...
These are simple twist and fold beads in good colours, strung up for a cute gift idea. Maya of Little Treasures uses Fimo or air drying clays, a little paint and a clear nail polish (I’d use a clay compatible … Read More...
The art quilt Freedom’s Spirit made by Jennifer Mitchell took first place at the Songs of Freedom 2015 Quilt Challenge. Learn more about the challenge here. This event was a way to celebrate milestones for Ballaarat Quilters and the … Read More...
Here’s a quick and easy last minute card idea from Crafty Morning. Grab some green pipe cleaners (or spray paint some white ones green) and bend them into a Christmas tree shape. This would be a fun project to … Read More...
Amy from Sews N Bows shows how you can refashion a fitted tee to a trendier loose fit boho tee with contrast side gussets. Adding the gussets to the sides adds width and well as a fun pop of color … Read More...
If you are still looking for some drinks for your holiday party or need a little something to help with the never-ending wrapping, this is your drink. A chocolate cream pie in drink form. Yes please. Chrisy at Homemade Hoopla … Read More...
Here is a cute treat to make with the kids. I love peanut butter and Ritz Crackers, but I never thought to dip it in chocolate. If you can’t find the kit used, just get creative. Use pretzels as antlers, … Read More...
Stephanie from Swoodson Says shares a free pattern for making this beautiful ice skate Christmas ornament. It’s actually a pair of skates, attached to each other by their embroidery floss laces just like a life-size pair of skates might be … Read More...
Every year I make my daughter a peanut butter and chocolate bark for Christmas. It is the easiest request and I can make it last minute. Bark is a great fun and easy treat for the whole family to make … Read More...
2015 is just about over- Have you signed up for any Craft Fairs for the Spring yet? It may be helpful to take a look back at how well your events did this year, to learn from them and repeat … Read More...
These little deer and fox ornaments are so cute. And while they do include a bit of stitching they could be made without it. If you want to make some yourself pop on over to the blog Cutesy Crafts and … Read More...
It’s the little details that pull together an event. If you’re still searching for the perfect centerpiece for your Christmas dinner, you’ll love these easy 5 minute luminaries. Made with mason jars, cedar clippings, and cranberries, they’re an inexpensive way … Read More...
The local Dollar Store tends to get a bad reputation sometimes. Just because items cost $1, doesn’t necessarily mean they are cheap in quality. Honestly, there are times I don’t want to spend my whole paycheck buying something that will … Read More...
If you’re a fan of eco-friendly crafts and sustainable living, Raw Crafts by Denise Corcoran is an inspiring guide that taps into the growing trend of using natural materials in crafting. From hemp and jute to cork and burlap, this … Read More...
How fun are these Toy Car Christmas Ornaments? They feel very mid century modern to me, and I think they’re super cute! Jess, from the blog Let’s Do Something Crafty, created these and shared the tutorial for anyone else who … Read More...
Right now this is the only winter wonderland that we will see so far. I’m not complaining after last year. Have fun in the kitchen creating this popcorn with the kids and then sit down and watch your favorite Christmas … Read More...
