It seems like more of us than usual have had to suffer with cold temperatures already this season (even if it’s not technically winter yet) so these simple legwarmers from Penguin & Fish might be a welcome addition to your … Read More...
DIY – Turmeric Face Mask
Turmeric is one of those secret weapons against disease and inflammation. I use it in all my Indian cooking and might consider adding it to some more western style dishes too. Someone suggested I start taking the capsules for joint … Read More...
Project: Stamped Gift Bags
The Stampington and Company site has some great holiday project ideas, stamp up some burlap bags for a rustic gift wrapping idea and use some metallic alcohol inks for lovely holiday ornaments.
-Heather
Freebie | Christmas Paper Reindeer Ornaments
I love these paper reindeer from Easy Paper Crafts. You can make your own with a free download! Get either a PDF printable or cutting machine file, then cut these out of plain (or patterned) paper and stick the … Read More...
Video Tutorial | Gift Tags & Other Things With the Silhouette Cameo
Join Cathy Zielske as she shows you how you can cut out gift tags, as well as other holiday shapes for using in your pocket pages. Isn’t that ornament tag adorable? Click here to see the video tutorial.
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Tutorial | DIY Christmas Stamps
Laura shares how to make your own rubber stamps for your Christmas projects over at claireabellemakes. You can make these from erasers or corks, and the only special tool you need is a craft knife. They would be great for … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Twinkle
Tutorial: Sheep Christmas Ornament
This tutorial is a cutie! I do like how Nikki lucked out with the teacher being Shephard and a cute sheep ornament brainwave.
Hot Glass Houston For Sale
As I wandered around Facebook I came across this notice…Hot Glass Houston is having it’s largest sale ever! They’re selling the business. As a well established business in the glass community this could be an amazing opportunity for anyone … Read More...
Felt Christmas Ornaments with Templates
Jane of “Buzzmills” has been sitting down to listen to their audio Advent calendar from Sparkle Stories. It’s been such a nice way to unwind at the end of the day and she has really been enjoying all of its … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrappy Happy Scarves
Jennifer Jangles shows how to make her Scrappy Happy Scarves. These just make me happy! They’re colorful and scrappy and textural. The scarves themselves are made from knit fabric, easy peasy. The ends are embellished with petals of scrap fabric … Read More...
Easy Christmas Ideas from Martha Stewart
I think this “Mistletoe Gift Seals” creates the loveliest gifts. Martha knows how to make elegant gifts.
Tutorial: Grandmas Kitchen Towels
Jen from Eat. Sleep. Make. shares a tutorial showing how to make these Anthropologie-inspired gingham and floral kitchen towels. She calls them Grandmas Kitchen Towels and they certain invoke the feeling of days gone by and the comfort of grandma’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Retro apple tote bag
Cintia from My Poppet shows how to make this retro apple tote bag. The bag is made from a lightweight denim, with a large graphic apple applique. It would make a cute gift for a teacher! Go to My Poppet … Read More...
Make a Dishcloth All Your Own
This project idea from Dolly Creates is a cute idea for your own kitchen or to make as a hostess gift or to thank someone for helping you with a messy job.
The monogrammed dishcloth shown in her pattern uses … Read More...
DIY Christmas Garden Wreath
Made with beautiful garden creatures, this wreath is a nice whimsical addition to your Christmas decoration this year.
It is very unlike any other wreath that I have seen this year.
Using left over craft items – you can add … Read More...
Bucilla Kit Deal
Orange Onions website has a deal running right now where you can get three Bucilla Cross-Stitch and/or Embroidery kits shipped for $29.99 USD. You will need a code to get the deal, so be sure to head over to the … Read More...
And St. Nicholas Too
And without further ado, Stacey at Fearn Abbey Needleworks has posted her final freebie of the season. It is a charming St. Nicholas chart that will be quick to stitch up, but doesn’t scrimp on the details. St. Nick has … Read More...
Christmas presents made with Rice Krispies
Christmas is a week away! I swear it arrives sooner every year. I still have shopping to do. But maybe you are done and just need to wrap the gifts. Or if you’re like me, you need snacks to help … Read More...
13 Beautiful Wedding Invitations to DIY Yourself
Creating your own wedding invitations is a great way to save money and add a custom touch to your celebrations. Bridal Guide shared a round-up of 13 DIY invitations that vary from personalizing a purchased suite to making your own … Read More...