Upcycling is a great way to give new life to old items and reduce waste in the process. And what better way to upcycle than by using old men’s neckties to create fun and creative new designs? Neckties are perfect … Read More...
40+ Buffalo Check Christmas Decorations You Can Make Yourself
This roundup of DIY Christmas holiday crafts is all centered around Buffalo check or Buffalo plaid. Sometimes it is referred to as Christmas Check or Christmas plaid.
Updated to add: I have also been told it is commonly referred to … Read More...
9 Holiday Gift Tags with Stamping and Die Cutting
Jill used stamps and dies from Penny Black to create 9 different amazing tags for the Holidays. These tags can be used as gift tags, adhered to a gift cards, added to greeting cards or scrapbook layouts. She’s sharing different … Read More...
Autumn Vibes Leaves Layout
Valerie used a large leaf background from Paige Taylor Evans die cut from white cardstock as the main design element on her wonderful Autumn Vibes Layout. Using a colorful pattern paper she added paint splatters and then used it to … Read More...
Great idea for recycled ceiling fan glass lampshades and more!
I will fully admit I hadn’t been a fan (pun intended) of these type of glass globes but that all changes right now. When I spotted this great way to transform these fancy glass lampshades from ceiling fans into shades … Read More...
Knit a Sweater to Dazzle the Eye
This stunning sweater from Jennifer Berg is inspired by the Eye Dazzler rugs created by Navajo that featured optical illusions. IN this case the illusion is made with multicolored yarn in broken chevron lines.
It calls for worsted weight yarn … Read More...
Plastic Canvas Letters Tutorial
Add a little something new to your plastic canvas skills with this tutorial from AOK Corral. It’s a template with all of the letters of the alphabet.
With this pattern you will be able to make a sampler like … Read More...
21 Ways To Cook Acorn Squash
I am not going to lie folks, I have never actually tried Acorn squash. It seems we don’t really get it in my area so you are going to have to let me know how you rate these recipes. For … Read More...
Diamond of Virgo Blanket Knit Pattern
The Diamond of Virgo Blanket uses knit and purl stitches to create a heavily textured blanket. This pattern is made using 7 skeins of Lion Brand Color Made Easy yarn and U.S. size 11/8mm 40″ circular knitting needles.
Finished size: … Read More...
Snowflakes from Jack Frost Crochet Pattern
Nine elegant blossom-centered crochet snowflake patterns, made with size 10 white/pearl or colored metallic crochet cotton, size 7 crochet hooks, and trimmed with pearl beads. Add sparkle to holiday fashions, packages, or décor – or as sun-catchers year round! Finished … Read More...
Quilt Activities – Puzzles and Brain Games
Quilt Activities – Puzzles and Brain Games is a new adult activity book that is perfect for quilters and quilt enthusiasts!
100 simple and fascinating puzzles and games in large print
Solutions are included at the back of the book, … Read More...
Winter Wonderland House Cross Stitch Pattern
Indulge in the sweetness of the holiday season with this adorable gingerbread house cross stitch pattern brought to you by Anchor. Overflowing with charm and whimsy, this delightful design is perfect for adding a touch of festive magic to your … Read More...
Snowman Card with Foiled Background
How cute is this Snowman Card from Mindy!? She used dies and hot foil plates from Lawn Fawn for her card design. I love the frame and the foiled background, it adds a great flurry of snow around the snowman. … Read More...
Square Kitchen Potholders Free Sewing Pattern
With these quilted potholders, you can make square potholders that are both stylish and functional in no time. If you were on the lookout for simple quilted potholder patterns, this free pattern from Easy Peasy Creative is it! Once you … Read More...
Gingerbread Man Layout
I love the funny “Oh, Snap!” sentiment with gingerbread man with the snapped arm on this cute layout from Jessica! For the gingerbread man she dry embossed him with an embossing folder and used flocked elements to add some nice … Read More...
Animal Measuring Math Center Activity
If you do a unit study on polar bears, penguins, or the polar regions, this is a fun addition to the math center or an activity that you can do while learning about these animals and areas.
Grab these little … Read More...
Lemur Quilt Pattern
Few quilts are cuter than this Lana Lemur quilt kit that is available for purchase over at the Fat Quarter Shop.
Both the pattern and the fabric are designed by Elizabeth Hartman and it is charming. The fabric manufacturer … Read More...
Crocheted gingerbread place mat
I think the Gingerbread man is my favorite Christmas symbol. It reminds me of my childhood and my other favorite thing – Christmas food! This crochet pattern is free and available over at Garnstudio. IT has some matching coasters too. … Read More...
Christmas Card and Ornament in One
This sweet Christmas Card from Sam is a two-fer, it’s not only a wonderful card but the ornament comes off so the recipient has something to hang on their tree! Using stamps and dies from Your Next Stamp they’ve got … Read More...
Mini Christmas Stocking Garland Free Sewing Pattern
This mini Christmas stocking garland is an easy sewing project that adds a festive touch to your holiday decor. Coral & Co. has a free sewing pattern you can use to make one. It’s quick to make, which is always … Read More...