So, here’s my story. I made a babyghan for my grand niece who was born almost 2 years ago. According to her parents, my babyghan is Lilly’s favorite and she won’t be without it. That’s flattering and makes me happy. … Read More...
Tutorial | Simple DIY Holiday Gift Bags
Inspiration du Jour | Merry & Bright
DIY- Frayed Ribbon Necklace
I love Mixed Media Jewelry and this one caught my eye. I really love the texture of the frayed ribbon. This is one of those necklaces that you save a bunch of beads for , waiting for the right moment … Read More...
Felt Christmas ICE SKATE ornament instructions
Elizabeth Andrus of “Creative Breathing” has several different felt ornaments with patterns for us to make. My favorite is the ice skate 🙂 She has several other ornaments for us; check them all out. ICE SKATE: Begin top right of … Read More...
Project: Winter Forest Card
Snowboy Cross Stitch Pattern
This Snowboy Cross Stitch pattern is from Aliolka and it is so charming. If you have a friend who has a penchant for Western-themed holiday decor, this will make a great gift. Or, stitch it up for yourself for a … Read More...
Bead Embroidery Snowflake
The S-word results in empty bread and milk shelves in my neck of the woods – to say we don’t deal well with snow in the South is an understatement. But that doesn’t mean we don’t like watching snowflakes fall … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Modern Christmas Tree Pillow
This festive holiday pillow is the work of Krista of Poppyprint. The way she used strip piecing – lovely, the way she used color and form – priceless. Visit her post to learn more about it and see lots … Read More...
Felted Beads Tutorial and Pine Cone Christmas Ornaments
If you have never made “felted balls” here is a refresher tutorial on making felt balls and darling “Pine Cone Christmas Ornaments” by Birgit of “By Number 19” certainly has a way with felt. You can paint the Christmas tree … Read More...
Stitch a Washcloth for a Quick Gift
Here’s another one of those quick gift ideas you still have time to knit: a special washcloth from purl3agony.
This one is kind of fun for the knitter, too, because it starts with an I-cord edging that’s worked as you … Read More...
Amazing Invisible Christmas Tree
The invisible Xmas tree is a unique project created by a visual artist at the 97th Floor Blog. It is a beautiful rendition of the invisible tree. Not the only one mind you but perhaps the most creative one.
The … Read More...
A One-Skein Neckwarmer
Even if you’re not working on gift knitting right now, it seems like this time of year with its hurried atmosphere is great for quick knitting projects. And because you’ve probably just dropped a lot of coin on holiday gifts, … Read More...
Winner of The Craft Gossip Recycling “Regifting” prize package
Congrats go out to Cittie M. of Dayton, OH she is the winner of the the Craft Gossip “Regifting” prize package.
Shooting with Soul:
44 Photography Exercises Exploring Life, Beauty and Self-Expression – From film to Smartphones, capture images using … Read More...
Mini Christmas Ornament Cupcakes
Do you have a favorite ornament? Is it something your child made, one from your childhood, or do you change out the ornaments every year? Every year I think about changing it up and having a themed tree, but then … Read More...
Aunt Annies Beads
Get 30% Off All Tierracast Products this week at Auntie’s Beads! Unlimited inventory — buy any quantity with no inventory restrictions. In stock items ship immediately, and if we have to backorder any portion of your order, we’ll ship the … Read More...
RiceField Collective
Ricefield is a collective, founded by women across three continents to help women in the Ifugao region of the Philippines stay on their ancestral land by paying them a fair wage. Together they make high quality hand knitted accessories from … Read More...
DIY -Stone Platter Plate
I absolutely love how rustic this table looks. The colors are simple but amazing. Perfect for an outdoor party or even a Kids Camping or Dinosaur themed party. Serving food on a piece of slate was very popular and I … Read More...
DIY Felt Flower Christmas Tree
“The Happy Housie” the meaning behind this blogs is Krista’s being a housie means that houses are her passion and her hobby! This “DIY Felt Flower Christmas Tree” is totally stunning and something you will keep for years. I love … Read More...
Printable Chalkboard Matchbox Favor Labels
Turn the humble matchbox into a chic chalkboard-style favor with free printables from The Elli Blog! These would make a useful memento for your guests, or as the blog mentions, you can include them with sparklers for a festive … Read More...