I know we have featured the cookie cutter candle before and especially at Christmas time but I fell in love with this image.
The holiday season is a great time to indulge in some fun and creative DIY projects. One … Read More...
Cookie Cutter Crystal Ornaments
You will never look at a boring plain cookie cutter again after seeing this tutorial. Use Swarovski Pendants to create or re-vamp these tin cookie cutters. Add some matching ribbon to finish it off. These would make delicate and beautiful … Read More...
Crochet Menorah
This free pattern speaks for itself. We realize not all our readers are into Christmas and we found this little gem over at RedHeart.com. DIY Menorah Pattern.
Homemade Christmas Gifts – Acne Soap Recipe
This lemon basil soap is the perfect combination for oily acne skin. Basil has only recently been added to my stockpile of oils but it’s antibacterial properties are amazing.
Here is the full recipe over at Soap Deli News. This … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy fleece blanket
A fleece blanket is an easy sewing project, and makes a great Christmas gift. Jamie from Scattered Thoughts of a Crafty Mom shows how you can make one. You’ll need only a yard (maybe a yard and a half, depending … Read More...
You’ve Got to See Japan’s Awesome Stamp Story, 12 Years in the Making
As you probably know, Japan traditionally uses a zodiac calendar in which each year is represented by an animal, and the animals repeat every 12 years. One of the traditions that goes with marking the new year is sending new … Read More...
Project: Reindeer Candy Bag
How cute is this little Reindeer treat bag?! Shannon from Enchanted Lady Bug Creations combined different die cut shapes, added some inked highlights and an adorable red glitter nose for these cuties, find out more over on her blog. … Read More...
Building Activity Using Straws and Paper Towel Rolls
This project shared by Sarah, from Frugal Fun for Boys, will motivate you to start saving cardboard tubes and gathering together colorful straw. She gave these building materials to her boys and she showed them how easy it was to … Read More...
Tutorial: Recycled leather and fabric belt
Ashlee from My So Called Crafty Life combined a thrifted belt and a favorite fabric to make this belt. The buckle portion of the belt is cut from the thrifted belt, but the rest of the belt is a fun … Read More...
Reception Lighting
Finding the perfect lighting for your reception can be ideal in setting the mood for the type of event you want to have. There are so many options to choose from when it comes to lighting, and the options can … Read More...
Tutorial | Faux Chalkboard Gift Tags
Love the chalkboard look but don’t want to mess with chalkboard paint or stickers? Follow this tutorial from 365 Designs, and use up some black cardstock and chalk to make these faux chalkboard gift tags for Christmas this year. You’ll … Read More...
DIY Kate Spade Inspired Leather Bow Belt
Kate Spade’s really big on bows so Vanessa from Cafe Craftea was inspired to make a skinny belt version of this leather cuff and I think it’s pretty cute. Such an awesome Indie Craft!
It looks pretty easy too, You … Read More...
Tutorial: Advent calendar with removable pockets
Marni from Haberdashery Fun shows how to make an Advent calendar with removable pouches stacked up in a Christmas tree shape. The fabric pouches can hold treats and small presents, or maybe a devotional or activity for the day written … Read More...
Tutorial | DIY Gift Card Holders And Free Silhouette Cut Files
Giving gift cards this year? Use these free Silhouette cut files and instructions from Pitter and Glink to make cut out gift card holders where a pattern from paper or washi tape, shows though the silhouette. Once you cut out … Read More...
Freebie | Christmas Tree Gift Boxes
These DIY printable Christmas tree gift boxes are perfect for all the smaller gifts you’ll be given this year, and can also be used for holiday treats! Lauren gives some examples of things you can stash in the boxes, … Read More...
Tutorial | Letterpress Tags for December Daily
These beautiful December Daily cards by Geralyn Sy make me want to run out to get a Letterpress kit right away! That’s not likely to happen soon, but she shares lots of great ideas in her tutorial that can be … Read More...
Building Your Christmas Party Playlist
Need some inspiration putting together your Christmas party playlist? Music Radar has compiled a great list of Christmas tunes to help get you in the holiday spirit. Their picks are festive, yet guaranteed to get your guests up and dancing.… Read More...
Video tutorial: Fleece mug cozy
Vanessa from Crafty Gemini shares a video tutorial for making a fleece mug cozy. It wraps around the mug to make it easier to hold on to a hot drink. It also helps insulate your mug so your drink stays … Read More...
Tie your wrapped gifts in selvage and offcut fabric ribbons
Pam from Threading My Way shows a clever use for selvages and fabric trimmings. Instead of throwing them away, she uses them as ribbons when wrapping gifts. The printed designs are a fun pop of color against a plain kraft … Read More...
Free pattern: Christmas tree carried home on a car
Kiki from Kiki and Company guest blogs at U Create with a free pattern for making this applique of a Christmas tree being carried home on top of a VW bug. She put it on a tea towel, but it … Read More...