If you haven’t tried Filet Crochet then now is the time to give it a go, or at least read about it. They have also included some links to free tutorial which you might want to try. I really love … Read More...
8 Stamped Christmas Gift Tags You Can Hand Make
Christmas is the perfect opportunity to give pretty packages, and what better way to add a finishing touch to an already beautiful box than to add a homemade stamped gift tag? These 8 Christmas gift tag ideas will definitely … Read More...
Project: Mixed Media Christmas Canvas Art
Tim Holtz has detailed photos and step by step directions for making a wonderful mixed media art piece on a burlap canvas panel. He’ll show you how to add texture and glitter to the panel, use ink sprays to color … Read More...
Gingerbread Cloud Dough Recipe
Have you ever made cloud dough? Although I have yet to try it, I know it is basically a combination of flour and oil (I have read you can use any sort of household oil, such as vegetable or even … Read More...
Tutorial: Leather trimmed zippered pouch
Whether given as a stand alone gift or filled with small treats, a zippered pouch can be a great Christmas gift. Melissa Mortenson from Polka Dot Chair shares a tutorial at Skip To My Lou showing how to make one. … Read More...
Etsy Shop Feature- Marigold Trading Company
This weeks etsy shop feature is Marigold Trading Company. I stumbled upon them as I was at the Funky Finds Holiday Show here in Fort Worth and loved their hand made ornaments!
I love that Marigold Trading Company cuts and … Read More...
Freebie | 2 Printable Advent Calendars
Did you totally space on your Advent Calendar this year? Never fear, I am here to help make you look like the most awesome mum ever. All you’ll need is some cardstock and a printer, and in less time than … Read More...
Tutorial: Christmas Nougat Cane
When I’m asked what a cane is and how my beads are made – primarily with canes – I often use the explanation of how some forms of candies are made such as saltwater taffy, nougats and candy canes. Here’s … Read More...
Tutorial: EPP and ink star ornament
These groovy colorwash ornaments give off a peaceful vibe, making them a good choice in decorating or gift giving for the holidays. Made by Diane of CraftyPod she explains how she got this look:
… Read More...English paper piecing combines with fabric
A Winter ONEderland for Baby’s First Birthday
I always feel bad for winter babies. The holidays are such a busy time for everyone that it’s easy to neglect birthday parties for kids born in November, December, and January. But, Rachel Cooks has created an amazing “Winter ONEderland” … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy fringed flannel throw blanket
Stef from Girl. Inspired. shares a tutorial for making this simple fringed flannel throw blanket. It’s super easy to make – just a couple of long straight seams – so a beginner sewist could make this. These would make excellent … Read More...
Project: Decorated Mason Jar Gift
Gifts of hand made food items are always a nice way to tell someone you are thinking of them during the holidays. Why not add some extra pizzazz by decorating the container like this cute mason jar with stamped tag … Read More...
Short Cut Needle Felting Ornaments featuring Sharon from Crafts ‘n Coffee Handmade Ornament
Sharon from (Crafts ‘n Coffee) shared her needle felting stunning ornaments with Stephanie of Stephanie Lynn. Sharon has an outstanding tutorial for us from a supply list to using a circle template to make perfect circles. This is a good … Read More...
Tutorial: Blackout curtains
If you want to keep light out of your room, blackout curtains are what you need. They’re lined with a tightly woven fabric that helps block the sun from the windows. Chelsea from Two Twenty One shares a tutorial showing … Read More...
Nutella Christmas Cookies S’mores
I haven’t done a S’mores recipe in a while. So here is an easy last minute cookie idea that the kids can help you with.
This recipe has very little cooking and is made with all store bought items. This … Read More...
Handmade Gift Ideas
Who doesn’t love to give or receive a handmade gift? The idea behind the gift, knowing how much time and effort it took, makes it that much more special. If you are looking into giving handmade gifts this year, then … Read More...
Tutorial: Quick and easy elf hats
Alicia from Felt With Love Designs shares a tutorial at So Sew Easy showing how you can make these Easy DIY Felt Elf Hats. They’d make cute props for holiday photos. Or, since they’re so quick to make, and use … Read More...
Hot Cocoa Melts
Here is another easy project to do with the kids and would make great gifts for teachers and neighbors. They could also be used at a hot cocoa bar.
There really isn’t a recipe. All you need is chocolate of … Read More...
DIY – Pearl Drop Earrings
Is it just me or are Pearls coming back into style this season? I keep coming across more and more pearl designs and creations. Maybe it’s just a Christmas thing? Should I be getting my pearls out? For the full … Read More...
DIY – Activated Charcoal Recipes
I imagine around 50% of you are saying What is Activated Charcoal Powder
? Well here is the answer.
Activated charcoal is a product of burned hardwoods. It provides a natural way to color your soap black. To achieve a … Read More...