You’ve heard the saying a hundred times, but before you go to throwing out your “trash” think of what ways you can turn it into a new treasure. Upcycling items is a big trend in the crafting world, and why … Read More...
Gingerbread House Tree Ornament
We are taking the gingerbread house to the tree! How cute are these gingerbread house tree ornaments?! You will need a really sturdy branch to hang them on or an area in the tree to place them in. Or maybe … Read More...
Bad Product , Bad Parenting or Crazy People Letting It Happen?
We often get asked to review kids toy’s especially around Christmas time but even though we haven’t been asked to review this one we thought we would still give you our two cents worth.
If you’re not familiar Bunchems
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Finally A “Forever” Christmas Tree
We spend Christmas with family in Australia and let me say finding a “Real” Christmas tree is like finding a pine needle in a present stack. The local stores sell trees that are alive but you’re lucky if they are … Read More...
9 Free Lalaloopsy Crochet Patterns
Welcome to our crochet roundup of Lalaloopsy doll patterns and clothing, perfect for the young and young at heart! As a crochet enthusiast and a parent, I understand the joy of finding the perfect patterns for your little ones. Lalaloopsy … Read More...
Project: Winter Scene Card
Find directions for making this joyful winter scene card over at Mariana Grigsby’s blog. I love how she added the words and circle of stars over top of the trees, it adds so much depth and the metlic bow … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy infinity scarf
Caroline from Sew Can She guest blogs at Seams & Scissors with a tutorial showing how to make an easy infinity scarf. It seems timely to share now, as they make great Christmas gifts. You can make one from just … Read More...
Bigger Is Not Always Better
Gone are the days of large multi-tiered wedding cakes. Brides seem to be opting for the more simple and smaller designs more often than not lately. While you may think they would look simple and boring, think again. These 24 … Read More...
Free Round Labels in a Vintage Style for December Daily
Cathe Holden from justsomethingimade.com has designed an exceptionally beautiful vintage label set printable on blank Round Labels in 2.5″ size from World Lable. These would be just perfect for using in your December Daily album or Advent Calendar this year. … Read More...
DIY Clay Stamps
This sort of texture tool is one I’ve made from polymer clay before – stick a button or other texture-y item to the end of a log of clay, bake, and voila texture stick. It’s a little more clever (and … Read More...
Project: Clothes Pin Wreath
This oh so fun wreath was made with 4 half sheets of patterned scrapbooking paper and 65 clothes pins. Erin Lincoln used a die cut that fits a cloths pin to make the work go faster but you could use … Read More...
Gluten Free Cranberry Orange Muffins
Since I’m the only one that likes cranberries, we have lots of cranberry sauce left over. I love cranberry and orange together and will use some of that cranberry sauce to make these muffins. This cranberry recipe is gluten free, … Read More...
Tutorial: Knotted frayed scarf
Scarves are an easy go-to Christmas gift. You don’t have to guess someone’s size and it’s hard for someone to have too many. Terra from Mama Says Sew shares a tutorial at Skip To My Lou showing how you can … Read More...
Chicken Bacon Ranch Casserole
After Thanksgiving the craziness begins, two birthdays, winter sports and a big holiday. I need quick meals, meals to feed a crowd and meals that I can prepare ahead of time. Do they have elves that help with clean up … Read More...
How to make a giant paint swatch light up Christmas tree
Did you play with a Light Bright as a kid? I did and this Christmas tree made on peg board with little twinkle lights is like a grown-up version perfect to decorate for the holidays. Pop on over to the … Read More...
Get Ready for Hanukkah with Free Party Printables
These party printables have a modern feel, yet hold true to the Hanukkah spirit. The collection includes a “Celebrate Hanukkah” welcome sign, banner, mini banner, invitations, large and small party circles, menu or place cards, treat toppers, water bottle labels, … Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: Little girl nightgown
When she was little, my daughter always loved her mommy-made nightgowns better than any other sleepwear. Something about having something handmade just for you to snuggle into at night…. Melissa from Sew Like My Mom shares a free pattern at … Read More...
Spelt Cinnamon Snowflake Cookies
Who is starting their holiday baking today? Traditionally, I start my Christmas cards and watch White Christmas. I’m not allowed to do any other Christmas items till December 1st. I’m not ready for the snowfall, but would be happy to … Read More...
Make Your Own Gingerbread House Village From Milk Cartons!
Gingerbread houses are an iconic symbol of the Christmas season. They are fun to make, and fun to eat. However, because thy are edible, they are also perishable. This idea to make a whole gingerbread village from recycled milk cartons … Read More...
Unique Christmas Gift Guide – Hand Painted Adorable Mugs
I came across this adorable Hand Painted Cozy Animal Mugs and just had to share them with Craftgossip.com readers. I love the Fox and Panda. I hope these make their way in to my Christmas stocking this year.
Hand-painted in … Read More...