Here in the States, we’re all about the sweets for Christmas. We should get on board with the Netherlands and throw some tangerines in the mix, too, to celebrate Sinterklaas’s arrival. Check out these easy tangerine ideas, great for the … Read More...
Twilight Party! Chocolate Mousse and Raspberry Dessert
Are you still hanging on to the Twilight series? Apparently the latest flick is the number one movie in the world, so I’m betting many of you are. If so, check out this collection of bloggers hosting a virtual Twilight … Read More...
White Christmas Mason Jar Luminaries
Ginger Snap Crafts made an adorable set of frosted luminaries for this holiday season. Check out the tutorial.
The holiday season is a time for family, friends, and cozy nights spent indoors. One way to make your home feel … Read More...
How to upcycle a pair of shoes with sequins
Not only do I love this project I love this photograph. See how to upcycle a pair of shoes with sequins over at the blog LoLovie.
Beeswax Candle DIY
Oh Happy Day shares a great holiday gift idea – making your own beexwax candles! Check out the tutorial.
You can buy ready-made beeswax sheets for making rolled candles here and check out our youtube video.
Golden Snitch Truffles
I’m currently re-reading the Harry Potter series for the billionth time (I shall never move on), so I thought it at least personally timely to come across these gorgeous Golden Snitch truffles. Find the recipe and step-by-step how-tos HERE at … Read More...
“Sufganiyot” Cupcakes
Two-in-one sweetness! I’m always a fan of clever twists on the traditional. Make jelly-filled sufganiyot, the cupcake kind, HERE at My Jewish Learning.
Holly Wreath
Oh so gorgeous and fresh, this wreath would look ideal hanging on any color door, but it’s absolutely striking on white! Imagine once the snow starts flying, surely it will be even more beautiful. Make a pretty holly wreath for … Read More...
Pat Sloan Live Radio | 4 PM EST
Today at American Patchwork & Quilting Radio, host Pat Sloan talks with yet another talented group of guests. They include Barbara Jones of QuiltSoup who has a new book out (yay!), IQA president Stevii Graves who will give us her … Read More...
Tutorial: Rice-filled handwarmers for your pockets
Jodie from The Haby Goddess shows how to make a rice-filled handwarmer that you can slip inside your coat pocket to keep your hands warm and toasty on a cold winter day. Just pop them into the microwave for a … Read More...
Cookies Every Day at In Katrina’s Kitchen… AND a Bonus Sugarlicious Giveaway!!
Every day for the month of December, the lovely Katrina of In Katrina’s Kitchen is hosting a blogger to share a yummy holiday treat. You can keep tabs on the cookies HERE at the I’ll Bring the Cookies page… Read More...
Snowball-in-the-Face Snowman Cookie Tutorial
You can’t possibly look at these cookies and not laugh. Or at least smile. Oh so clever. Find the step-by-step how-tos to bake and decorate these hit-with-a-snowball snowman cookies HERE at Sugartown Sweets.
Free pattern: Narwhal Christmas ornament
Jen Beeman from Grainline Studio created this Narwhal ornament for a DIY ornament exchange, and she shares the pattern and tutorial on her blog. He’s made of felt, with sequins stitched to his body for a bit of sparkle. Get … Read More...
Tutorial: Flannel baby blanket with piping
Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to make a soft flannel baby blanket with piping peeking out from the edges. The rounded corners are a pretty finish that also make it easier to keep the piping smooth. (No having … Read More...
A Trio of Felt Ornaments Tutorial
Purl Bee has a tutorial for all three of these fun Christmas Ornaments. You can buy the felt there making this a one stop trip. Your only considerations will be the colors you use! “Since they don’t serve any … Read More...
Freebie: Gathered fabric ratio reference chart
Heather from Feather’s Flights created a handy reference showing how your fabric will look when gathered at different ratios. She also shows how they would look at each ratio when cut on the bias and when cut on the straight … Read More...
Melted Snowman Ornament
Beyond cute and will put a smile on everyone’s face, this adorable ornament looks like a melted snowman! Would be a fun gift, but I think you would have to make it more like a kit they can assemble when … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated bow clutch
Sew4Home shows how to make a pleated clutch with a large bow embellishment. The pleated band is attached just at the sides, so you can slide your hand through when you carry it. Go to Sew4Home for the tute.… Read More...
Project: Paper Bag Snowman Card
This snowman card is simply divine! And the funest part is it’s made from a small paper bag and there a pocket inside. So cute and clever! Find more info over on the Whiff of Joy stamps blog.
-Heather
A Purse For You, And One For You, And …
We all like purses, especially those ‘tweens who are defining who they are and developing their own style. Some have more fashion sense than others. Since most of us enjoy crocheting things for the young ones in our lives, I’ve … Read More...