If you’re shopping for a knitter or just want to drop some last-minute hints (aside from knit-covered shoes), I have a couple of lists over at About for stocking stuffers and larger gifts for knitters.
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How to make yarn and twine bottle brush trees
Can you really ever have too many trees in your Christmas forest? I think not. I average at least 1 new tree each year. This tutorial on how to make bottle brush trees out of yarn, garland, rope, and twine … Read More...
A Favorite Quick Knit: Fingerless Gloves
I love to wear fingerless gloves because my hands are always cold, but they make it possible for me to type or knit or just about anything else I need to do while staying a little bit warmer.
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Tutorial: Adapt a women’s panty pattern to be appropriate for tweens
Amy from Sews n Bows shows how she adapted the Rosy Ladyshorts pattern (free) to be modest and appropriate for a tween aged girl. The Rosy Ladyshorts is a beautiful free panties pattern, but it’s a little more mature than … Read More...
Hiding The “Eyesores” In Your Home
Do you have some troublesome spots in your home that just seem to stick out? Maybe they are areas with items that just don’t seem to fit into your décor or simply seem out of place. Check out these 8 … Read More...
Free Cross Stitch Pattern – Just For You
We came across this adorable little chart for a “Just For You” cross stitch chart. This would be adorable on a card or a gift tag. How many do you think you could make before Christmas Eve? Here is the … Read More...
DIY Dolce and Gabbana Knock Off Earrings
If you are looking to make a statement this New Years Eve then check out these Tassel earrings create in the Dolce and Gabbana style. The colors are amazing and the ove rall design seems simple enough to make. Check … Read More...
Free Pattern – Christmas Acorns
How adorable are these little acorns? There is always something Christmasy about acorns and the use of these neon colors take them to a whole new “modern” level. These look adorable for tree decorations, hanging from gifts or as a … Read More...
Handmade Christmas Gifts – Lime and Coconut Body Scrub
Lime and Coconut is one of my favourite combinations and this tutorial comes with a free printable so it’s perfect for Christmas gift giving. I am sure we would all appreciate this on boxing day or Christmas night if you’re … Read More...
Free Pattern Crochet Scarf
Oh this one kinda goes with the Ugly Christmas Sweaters campaign but it’s too cute right? This would be adorable for little kids especially for the Christmas Photos with Nan and Pop. These scarfs would also make lovely handmade Christmas … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric sucker Christmas ornaments, no sewing required
Lauren from Transient Art shares a tutorial for making these sucker Christmas ornaments with pretty fabric wrappers. There’s no actual candy and no sewing involved. The materials are inexpensive and they’re quick to make, so you could create a whole … Read More...
Tutorial: Handmade Holiday Boxes
Don’t have the right size gift box for a present? No problem, make one your self in just the size you need. Using a punch board you can turn a sheet of cardstock into a box, add some stamping to … Read More...
Faux Stained Glass Paper Snowflakes
I think it is a safe bet to say most adult’s have, at some point in their life, cut out a paper snowflake (or several). If you have made them before, and want to teach your kids how to make … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple felt Christmas pillows
Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. shows how to make a simple but elegant Christmas pillow. Made from a natural duck cloth with cream colored felt, the color scheme is a soft and wintery. Any Christmas motif would work, but … Read More...
Actual Weddings On A Realistic Budget
We see so many weddings in the media that have so many elaborate and over the top details that it can sometimes be a bit discouraging when trying to plan your own wedding. While some may think that it costs … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Christmas Posters
These gorgeous Christmas posters are free printables from Designer Trapped. They are optimized to print at 11 x14. Choose between a simple Merry Christmas, or the quote from C.S. Lewis. They can be a nice addition to your Christmas decor … Read More...
DIY Patterned Ornaments 6 Ways
As Rachel from The Crafted Life says “These may be the easiest way to decorate ornaments ever!”. I have to agree- They’re cute, easy, good for both kids and adults and definitely customizable! Rachel shares 6 different patterns to do, … Read More...
Tutorial: Wool gathered skirt with waist tie
Emily from Nap Time Creations shows how you can make a new skirt for winter. Made of wool, it’s a short gathered skirt with a tie at the waist. You could also make this from lighter weight fabric for warmer … Read More...
Tutorial | Typography Envelope
I am totally intrigued by this typography envelope tutorial over at The Postman’s Knock, and though I totally “don’t got time for dat!” right now, I want to drop everything to try it out! Lyndsee provides a free printable template, … Read More...
Tutorial | Hand Embossed Snowflake Christmas Card
Kim at Goh Li Kim shares her technique for making this lovely hand embossed snowflake Christmas card. it involves some hand cutting too, but it looks more than doable. You’ll need a lightbox, and Kim shows a really simple technique … Read More...