Did you know that Costco doesn’t open on Thanksgiving day? To me, it seems like the right thing to do. Thanksgiving is all about family and spending time with your loved ones.
You can give shopping a break on at … Read More...
Portland Statues Get Knits for the Holidays
There’s a lot to love about Portland, Ore., not the least of which is the thriving fiber arts scene. Knitters and crocheters are making themselves known in a big way this holiday season with a revolving yarn bombing of the … Read More...
50 recipes from 50 states to celebrate Thanksgiving
Being in a country as big as United States, it is no surprise that there are multiple ways to celebrate Thanksgiving. A major part of the celebration, is of course, the food.
The New York Times has put together a … Read More...
Beautiful Christmas Centerpieces
The Christmas season is by far one of my favorite holidays to celebrate, and decorate for. I love the lights, the colors, the music, and the smells. I also love entertaining and the Holidays are the perfect time to gather … Read More...
Handmade Christmas Gifts – Winter Gardenia Ombre Candle
This winter delight is in shades of Ombre blue. Blue is always a little different at Christmas time but it does allow for the candle to be used well after the festive season is over. I love the deep blue … Read More...
Free Printable Hand-made Jewelry Tags
We don’t come across too many handmade gift tags that are aimed at Jewelry Making but these ones are kinda cute. I especially love the “This took forever but you’re worth it” gift card. The full printable can be downloaded … Read More...
Let Freedom Ring – Charity Purchase
I am not going to pretend to know much about this charity or there cause. But I do know this – If you buy this ring for $26 and $13 from every sale goes directly to help rescue people from … Read More...
12 Thanksgiving Crochet Patterns
You still have time to crochet your way into your families hearts with these adorable patterns for your table. Fiber Flux has gathered 12 patterns that will leave your friends and family truly thankful. Thanksgiving Crochet Patterns.
Looking to celebrate … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy math circle skirt
There is just about no easier skirt to make than a circle skirt. The circle naturally creates a shape that fits through the waist and upper hips, and then flares out with a beautiful fullness at the bottom – no … Read More...
Freebie: Gift Card Holder
Treat someone special this holiday season with a gift card to their favorite place to shop and you can add a special touch with a hand made gift card holder. The Joyful Daisy blog has a free gift card holder … Read More...
Kids Craft – Velcro Dart Board
Sometimes it is great just to make something that is fun to play with, like this easy-to-make velcro dart board (although, if you want to get technical, kids can work on gross motor skills and hand-eye coordination while playing it). … Read More...
Tutorial: Spool of thread Christmas ornament
Sachiko from Tea Rose Home shows how she made these lovely thread spool Christmas ornaments. The thread that wraps around them is made from twisted scraps of fabric. She used scraps of Liberty of London fabric, but you can use … Read More...
DIY Galaxy Clock
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This year I was part of the 4th Annual Handmade Holidays Blog Hop on my own blog, Punk Projects. The hop gathered over 100 creative blogger friends in the craft industry to bring you a plethora of inspiring gift … Read More...
Tutorial: 10-Minute Wine Bag
Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots shares a tutorial at Riley Blake Designs showing how you can make this wine bag in just 10 minutes. But just because it’s a quick project doesn’t mean it’s not finished nicely. This bag … Read More...
Freebie |Mini Thankful Cards & Envelopes
I love this take on Thankful Cards by A Joyful Riot. After making note of what each person is thankful for, seal the notes up on an envelope and keep to look at the following year. It will … Read More...
Tutorial | Quick DIY Santa
Craft up some adorable Santas for gift bags, Christmas cards, gift tags or scrapbook page embellishments. get all the deets at Kate’s Creative Space. You’ll need mainly cardstock and glue. Kate’s four year old helped her with these, so this … Read More...
12 Autumn Scrapbook Page Ideas
Winner: Animal Kingdom: Color Me, Draw Me
Congratulations go out to Pauline P. of Victoria, British Columbia Canada she is the winner of Animal Kingdom: Color Me, Draw Me.
Pressed Flower Beads How-To
I am a sucker for fun beads and Rebekah Payne’s beads are just my type of thing. Even better, she shares her bead making as with this tutorial. These make clever, organic textured beads. You could use any texture, … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy felt Thanksgiving pilgrim hats
Melinda from Dahlhart Lane shows how you can make these quick and easy felt pilgrim hats for Thanksgiving. Her tutorial shows how to make a tall hat for the boys and a bonnet for the girls.
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