Ashley from Make It and Love It sewed up the cutest Christmas hats out of old sweaters. She made a reindeer, a long pointy elf hat, and a snowman hat, and she shares the how-to on her blog. Go to … Read More...
Project: Paper Ball Ornament
This ornament is so fun and will help you use up some of those pesky paper scraps. It’s made by wrapping scraps of pattern papers around tiny Styrofoam balls and gluing them to a larger ball. Find more info over … Read More...
Sewing Free pattern: Tetrahedron pattern weights
Sachiko from Tea Rose Company shares a free pattern for making a set of pattern weights. The pyramid (tetrahedron, to be exact) shapes are easy to grab up from the top, but have flat bottoms to hold your sewing patterns … Read More...
Super Quick, Super Last Minute Christmas Patterns
Few words are needed here, right? Grab your hook and make your Christmas a little more personal. Get the pattern for these cute gift tags here. You can work up a batch of these in one evening.
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Snowman Cupcakes
I know there are infinite variations of snowmen from candy and cupcakes, but I can’t help posting on the majority of them. Make these cutie snowman cupcake toppers from candy HERE at Cute Everything.
Christmas Wreath Pancakes
The holidays are a time for celebration, creativity, and, of course, delicious food! This Christmas, why not add a festive twist to your breakfast table with a fun and edible Christmas Wreath Pancake Platter? Not only does this platter make … Read More...
Fabric Gift Tags – Blue Bird Sews
Busy wrapping presents? Check out these pretty fabric gift tags to add a little extra personality to your gifts. Blue Bird Sews walks you through this versatile tag creating method that could be customized for any holiday, birthday, retirement, or … Read More...
Rustic Christmas Tree Ornament – Two Cheeky Monkeys
Counting down Christmas with some fun quick crafts, like this rustic tree ornament from Two Cheeky Monkeys. I love that it’s made out of cinnamon sticks and will add a little bit of that spicy holiday scent to your … Read More...
Pretty White Pom Pom Wreath
I’m not sure how many pom poms were needed to make this wreath, but it was certainly worth it. This is a totally fun and unique design, different from the traditional Christmas wreaths we see each year. See the full … Read More...
Paper Bag Manger Craft
The whole premise of Christmas is that God came down to us and was born in the lowliest place; a manger. Sometimes the most magnificent things can be born out of something simple and unassuming. This manger is so beautiful, … Read More...
Tinsel Tree with Candy Ornaments
Here is a cute little craft for tiny hands. My girls go gaga anytime I allow them to tape or staple something, and this project contains both! You can find the tutorial for making cute little Tinsel Trees over at… Read More...
Snowman Shirt
Here is a great project and tshirt that is perfect for the winter break! Your kids can make this shirt, then go out and make a snowman outside! Or, like us here in Florida, we can just make the tshirt … Read More...
Sock Ornaments
I always pass by the dollar store Christmas sock section, but this craft may cause me to pause and pick out a few. Check out this simple craft that the kids can do! You can find it over at Crafts … Read More...
Shrinky Dink Ornaments
The kids are now officially out for the Holiday Season. What better way to fill their days than by making ornaments! I love these ornaments by eighteen25 because your child can use their creativity and make each ornament completely personal! … Read More...
Tutorial: Christmas Overnighter Cinch Sack
Becky Jorgensen from Patchwork Posse shares a tutorial over at Moda Bake Shop showing how to make her Christmas Overnighter Cinch Sack. It’s a simple drawstring backpack, but with a cute scrappy Christmas tree applique. Get the how-to.
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Tutorial for Pinecone Trees with felt balls
Our crafters come up with the cleverest ideas like this Pinecone Trees with felt balls form “the wool acorn”. These Pinecone Trees which are were on the cover of Holiday Crafts 2010 magazine. It’s super easy. Keep in mind that … Read More...
Tutorial: Ric rac trimmed pocket potholder
Sew4Home shows how to make a simple potholder with a ric rac
trimmed pocket. Edges are bound with contrasting bias tape, and a tab with a grommet makes it easy to hang from a small hook. Get the tute.
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Tutorial: Make leggings from outgrown tights
Heather from The Sewing Loft shows what to do with tights that have grown too short for your child. A couple of snips and a couple of hems turns them into leggings. Get the tute.
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A Peek at Wool People 4
The latest installment of the pattern collection by Brooklyn Tweed was released earlier this week, and it would make a great last-minute addition to your holiday wish list.
Wool People 4 has 15 patterns from indie designers with an emphasis … Read More...
Free Tutorial: Double-Layer Bibbed Cowl
This Double-Layer Bibbed Cowl by Kitschy Coo is an alternative to a traditional scarf. Made from two layers of stretch knit, it slides over the head easily and keeps the neck and chest warm. It’s a quick sew, a great … Read More...