
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...
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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...
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...
by Anne Weaver
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...

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...
With 19 free crochet patterns to choose from you are sure to find the perfect decoration for your 2014 Christmas tree. Do you change the look or theme of your tree each year? We change it every couple of years … Read More...

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...
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...
Transform a plain kraft ornament into an adorable bird ornament to hang on your tree. The Design Memory Craft blog has a video tutorial showing how to stamp and then color an image with several different coloring mediums and also … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Rhonda from home.made shows how you can make an Advent pillow. The design is inspired by a pillow from Ballard Designs, no longer available for purchase. Strips of webbing sewn across the front of the pillow create little “pockets” to … Read More...
Did you know that Christmas Gnomes are known to help Santa in many ways? They are so small that they can sneak around without being seen which makes it easy for them to keep on eye on kids year round. … Read More...
by Katie Smith
For those of you in or around Austin, TX- the Renegade Craft Fair Holiday Market is THIS weekend!
The Renegade Craft Fair returns to Austin for our Holiday Market this November 29+30 at the PALMER EVENTS CENTER! Attendees will enjoy … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Cathy from Trinkets in Bloom shows how you can add sequin elbow patches to a sweater, with no sewing required. You can wear it on a cold gray day to ward off the winter blahs, or to a casual dress … Read More...
When planning your own wedding, organization is crucial! There are so many things to keep track of, and need to have in order, and sometimes it’s the little things that get overlooked. Be sure you don’t miss anything, and you … Read More...

There are probably as many different molding and using mold techniques with clayers as there are clayers. And as with clay things: your mileage will vary. Sherri Kellberg – who is a talented clayer with a shop full of goodies… Read More...

Eggnog!? You either like it or dislike it. I like it and very happy at this time of year, when I see it on the shelves again. I must admit, I have never had the alcohol version and I didn’t … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots shares a tutorial at Skip To My Lou for making a fleece ear warmer. The wide head wrap fits snugly around the head, covering your ears to keep the cold and wind off of … Read More...
by Linda Lanese

Since it is only a couple of days until Advent begins; you could make 1-2-3 and then continue. Or you could put a new stocking up each day and that would be cute. Oh well, this is such a cute … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Bev from Flamingo Toes shares a free pattern for making a fabric mug cozy. It’ll keep your hands from getting burned on a hot cup of coffee, tea, or cocoa. They make great gifts, especially when you give them with … Read More...
I love Christmas lights. There is just something about the soft, twinkling glow that is only seen during these next few weeks. The beautiful colors that can be found in so many different sizes gives us, as crafters, endless option … Read More...