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Quilters are natural gift givers and many of you, like myself, especially enjoy welcoming new babies into the world with a quilt. With the colors and style reflecting the expecting mother’s taste. it’s often the centerpiece of the nursery, So, … Read More...
This instructional DIY was found on “Pop Sugar” and you can do as little or much embellishment as you like. I prefer a plainer blanket with a little embellishment although this blanket is absolutely lovely, and has a romantic, gypsy … Read More...
If your stack of Christmas gifts to sew is still pretty tall, check out this post from Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews. She shares her top 10 tips for streamlining your sewing. Eliminating unnecessary steps and grouping … Read More...
Is your tree up if you celebrate the Christmas holiday? We will be putting ours up tomorrow or it won’t go up till Christmas Eve.
Trees for all occasions! Appetizer, meal or dessert. You will definitely find a tree in … Read More...
We are coming down to the wire on Hanukkah and Christmas, but there’s still time to do some gift knitting if you want to. It’s not ideal, but there are a lot of quick knitting projects out there that can … Read More...
What’s a Christmas party without lots of candy? Indulge your sweet tooth with this fabulous collection of over 50 Christmas candy recipes. There’s fudge, caramels, truffles, cookie bark, and mints galore! Everything looks so good I’m tempted to scrap by … Read More...
Alice & Lois show how you can whip up a cute little felt pouch, perfect for gifting a pair of earrings or other small (but large) present. It’ll take you all of about 5 minutes to make these, as there’s … Read More...
Are you done with your holiday shopping and baking? I got the Christmas cards out and still have some shopping to do and all my baking and homemade gifts to do. I’ll be lucky if I get Santa’s cookies made … Read More...
If you are still looking for a few last minute Holiday crafts to keep your hands busy during this Christmas season, then head over to Debbie Doo’s and check out the linky party hosted at her site. With over 85+ … Read More...
Forget about overpriced mass produced soaps and scrubs and make your own. This one is adorably cute and perfect for all ages too. I love the candy cane effect it really makes it festive which of course makes it , … Read More...
Is your Christmas tree looking a little bare? It’s not too late to start adding some more handmade decorations. These Christmas tree’s are adorable and are great for late night chats by the fire. Add some scented oil for a … Read More...
These animal roll-up blankets are kid-sized fleece blankets with cute animal faces appliqued on them. When you roll them up, the animal face will be front and center, perfect for a child to snuggle up. Sara from The Aqua House… Read More...
If you’re not familiar with vellum it’s a semi-transparent paper that can add a really beautiful look to any stamped card but since it’s a non porous, slick surface you’ve got to use the right inks to stamp with and … Read More...
I am so glad I found this project when my young granddaughters were visiting because this is something I knew they would enjoy! This project is just as simple — and fun — as it looks! Glue a mouth, nose, … Read More...
Stef from Girl. Inspired. shares a free pattern for making these gorgeous faux fur and flannel stockings. I’m loving the mix of the woodland and the luxe – a woodland luxe Christmas!! You can make them with the fur on … Read More...
While ink is a very permanent commitment, marriage should be as well. If you or your spouse-to-be have a love of ink, then you need to look at this post of 13 ideas to having a tattoo inspired wedding. Use … Read More...
Everything fonts and graphics were so popular this week! It looks like lots of you were working on Christmas cards and other digital and hybrid projects lately. if you missed any of these, here are the top 5 posts again. … Read More...
This time around I hit Etsy for some treats for the polymer clayers on your list. I have a non-Etsy list to get to this week as well but here’s some goodies, perfect for any clayers care package or stocking:… Read More...
Gelt for Hanukkah or gold coins for the holidays. Germany, Belgian and Norway give chocolate gelds during the St. Nicholas holidays. You could use these for a pirate themed party or St. Patrick’s Day pot of gold. Guests could take … Read More...
