As with most air dry clay projects… these work just as well with oven baked polymer clay. I was looking for little holiday houses to use for the upcoming Christmas holidays and this one was just the thing. … Read More...
Project: Funny Gingerbread Card
Oh snap! Nichol Magouirk has a video tutorial showing how to stamp up this adorable and funny gingerbread card using products from Lawn Fawn. Perfect to send to someone who loves to bake during the holidays! Click here to check … Read More...
Tutorial: Table runner with corner tassels
Sew4Home shows how you can make a beautiful table runner like this one. It’s made from sparkly fabric with tassels hanging from the corners. This would make a gorgeous decoration for a Thanksgiving or Christmas dinner table!
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Carrot Mashed Potato
Up till my teen years, the only way I would eat carrots and some other vegetables was to mash them in with my potatoes. Let’s just say, I took an extra heaping spoonful of potatoes! If you plan on making … Read More...
Tutorial: Santa gnome softie
Tara from TaraDara Made It guest blogs at Skip To My Lou with a tutorial showing how you can make this cute Santa gnome. He has a tall gnome hat and big round nose and fluffy full beard. He makes … Read More...
Placemats: Six styles six tutes
Ann Kelle‘s colorful placemat project is featured today on Sew Mama Sew as part of her Handmade Holidays 2015 series. This week’s focus is making gifts that help your recipients serve with style. There’s style and then substance, I’m … Read More...
8 Traditional Holiday Sides Made Vegan
I’m pretty sure we are all on the same page of making sure your guests are able to eat what you serve. It can be tricky around the holidays, because sometime you have guests you’ve never met before. As much … Read More...
DIY Painted Rope coasters
I think these painted rope coasters are so fun, Don’t you? You can learn how to make them using the tutorial that Anna shared on her blog, Journey into Creativity.
It looks like you just need a bit of rope, … Read More...
Cajun Cornbread Stuffing
If you would like to add a little spice to your holidays, try some Cajun cornbread stuffing as one of your side dish. Andrea from Tabler Party of Two created this recipe and she tells us how it can be … Read More...
Tutorial: Leaf print peplum blazer refashion
You can turn a rather plain thrifted blazer into an eye catching peplum blazer with flared sleeves. Mark Montano shows how to do it, with a video and written tutorial on his blog. He shows how to make the peplum … Read More...
Keeping a Fresh & Clean Home When You Have Pets
If you have an indoor pet then you know exactly how big of a task it can be to keep that “pet smell” out of your home. Sometimes you may even get used to it and think your home smells … Read More...
Big and Bold Crochet Scarf Pattern
This chunky crochet scarf is perfect for cooler nights. The Scarf or shawl has been converted to an English pattern and you can download and print the PDF here.
Lavender Star
Do you have access to fresh lavender? Try out this DIY Lavender star for a scented wreath or candle surround. Lavender Star Tutorial.
Project: 3D Pumpkin Place Card
Spice up your fall and Thanksgiving table with some fun 3D pumpkin shaped place cards. Using strips of pattern paper Melissa Bove will show you how to make these cute table decor items, embellish with spools, twine, tags and buttons. … Read More...
Your Guests Will Flip for These Cute Oreo Cookie Balls
As far as I’m concerned, any recipe that uses Oreo cookies as the main ingredient is a winner. But, even if you’re not as obsessed with Oreos as I am, you have to admit that these turkey cookie balls are … Read More...
Tutorial: 5 easy ways to make fun pockets for kids clothes
If you want to inject an element of fun into kids clothes, look to the pockets. Pockets are an easy way to add color and personality to an otherwise simple garment. Marissa from Rae Gun Ramblings guest blogs at Riley … Read More...
Ideas for Craft Fairs and a Cute Christmas Project
Did you know you can share what you’ve been blogging about with me and I can share it with readers? Just click on that link at the top that says “suggest a DIY.”
There are several people who regularly share … Read More...
8 Ideas to Use Candles For Your Holiday Decorating
As the holiday season approaches, many of us are getting excited about decorating our homes to create a warm and cozy atmosphere. And what better way to do that than with candles? Candles are a timeless addition to holiday décor, … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew reusable fabric gift bags
Tearing into Christmas gifts usually means dealing with a pile of ripped up paper after. We recycle as much as we can, but even better would be gift wrap that can be reused. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly … Read More...
Zipper Heart Necklace Tutorial
Have an old pair of jeans you are ready to throw out? We’ve posted may ideas in the past of things you can do with old denim, but have you ever wondered about the zipper in those pants? Before you … Read More...