Rubyellen from Cakies shares a free pattern for this elf stocking. There’s an optional skate blade to turn it into an ice skate stocking which I absolutely love. She cut the blade from thin wood but you could also just … Read More...
Christmas Craft Ideas From Upcycled Items
This time of the year rolls around and with all of the hype of buying gifts for Christmas, our budgets seem to get a bit tighter than usual. Even if you don’t have a lot to spare to use on … Read More...
Keep Coloring! 7 Amazing Things That Happen To Your Brain When You Color.
If you have jumped on the adult coloring band wagon, then this is the best news ever. It is 7 facts of why coloring is good for you. So if people ask “why are you coloring?” or say something like … Read More...
Snowy Gingerbread Christmas Trees
Do you prefer homemade gifts or store bought? I prefer homemade because someone put their heart and time into it. Sometimes their blood and tears too. If you’ve ever worked with a glue gun or forgot to put on oven … Read More...
Free Printable Gift Box
This free printable gift box has been embellished with a punched out design. It’s very adorable and perfect for small Christmas gifts you may be giving this year. It’s also the perfect little party favor box for weddings too. Printable … Read More...
DIY Rose Petal Bath Salts
Rose Petals are filled with the most beautiful and natural Aroma. Why not make some hand made Bath salts for someone you love this Christmas? Bath salts are perfect for stocking fillers and gifts for random people you meet as … Read More...
Freebie: Santa Clip Art
You can download this super cute Santa Claus clip art for free over at My Grafico. Use him on holiday cards, tags and scrapbook pages!
-Heather
Tutorial: Fabric picture book for a young child
Heidi from Fabric Mutt shows how you can use novelty print fabrics to create a soft fabric book for a young child. The fabric pages can stand up to a young child’s wear and tear better than paper pages. She … Read More...
10 Things Your Bridesmaids Can Help You Do
Your best girls are always there for you and quite honestly, that’s why you chose them to be your bridesmaids. Let them be there to support you in more ways than just standing in some photos. This post has 10 … Read More...
How to Make a Christmas Berry Bracelet
Looking for a fun and festive way to add some holiday cheer to your jewelry? This cute Christmas Berry Bracelet is the perfect touch of Christmas without going over the top. If you have a supply of beads, you most … Read More...
DIY Decorated Christmas Wreath
Learn how to make this beautiful Christmas wreath to add a festive touch to your home by following this tutorial that Andrea from The Beautydojo blog shared.
She used a premade wreath and decorated it with holly and ornaments. There … Read More...
20 Handmade Christmas Cards Using Scrapbooking Supplies
… Read More...Get creative for Christmas this year — handcraft your own beautiful cards from scrapbooking supplies. BHG reader Jennifer Gardner shows how with these 20 stunning and simple ideas. Choose just one design to make all your cards, or have a
Make a Diamond Stocking
“The stockings were hung by the chimney with care” captures the expectant joy of giving and receiving tiny gifts on Christmas morning. This pieced diamond stocking sings with the warmth of the season, making it perfect for your own hearth. … Read More...
Red Velvet Cookie Cupcake
Who knew you could have your cookie and cupcake in one. This is a great recipe for when you don’t have a lot of time to spend baking. Petro the Seaman Mom decided to bake two items in one using … Read More...
Finger Knit Infinity Scarf
‘Tis the season for quick gifts, and it’s also a great time to start teaching kids in your life how to knit. Whether you knit this yourself or use it to get kids interested in fiber arts, this finger knit … Read More...
Cornbread Christmas Tree
Want to add some holiday life to your stews or chili? Make some cornbread with red and green bell peppers baked in a Christmas tree pan. This would be great for a brunch, holiday party or week night meal during … Read More...
DIY Coffee Filter Advent Calendar
What can you make with coffee filters? An easy and fancy Christmas advent calendar! Isn’t this advent calendar so unique and fun? It is made by Anna Spathari. She created it and shared step by step photos on her blog, … Read More...
Candy Cane Marshmallow Pops Are the Perfect Low-Stress Holiday Party Treat
If you hate to spend any more time in the kitchen than what’s absolutely necessary, these are the perfect quick and easy Christmas party treats! All you need are three ingredients: candy canes, large marshmallows, and melted chocolate. They’re so … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage hankie hair kerchiefs
These vintage hankie hair kerchiefs are adorable! Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life shares a tutorial for making them. You’ll only need half of a hankie to make one, so this is great for vintage hankies that have damage … Read More...
Making Homemade salt dough Christmas Star Ornaments
This really isn’t something to eat, but you can use ingredients from your kitchen to make the ornaments. I never made salt dough ornaments growing up, but it seems a lot of people have. I also found a site that … Read More...