I have a pretty long-running obsession with projects that use slipped stitches with the yarn in front so that the extra yarn becomes a decorative feature in the project. I knit a baby blanket this way that’s still one of … Read More...
Project: Stamped Bangles
These bangles are really stunning! They are made using acrylic fragments, stamping and glitter. Not only would they make lovely jewelry pendants but also gift tags, cell phone charms, etc. Visit the Stampendous blog for all the details.
-Heather
Tutorial | Photo Block Ornament
Are you looking for a unique ornament or gift? Try this photo block ornament tutorial by Melanie at Bear Rabbit Bear Crafts. She shares two options for making these : painted or covered with paper. Click here to go … Read More...
Gift Idea: Homemade Grill Rubs with Free Printable
It’s not easy making a homemade gift for a guy. At least the guys in my life are hard to shop for, let alone create for. This tutorial sounds about right. Find the recipes, packaging how-tos and link to a … Read More...
Cookie Pop Props for the Elf on the Shelf
So you know how I just posted minutes ago on these cute carrot nose cookie pop props from Sue of Munchkin Munchies, and how clever she is with all of her cookie pop props? Need another chuckle? Check out … Read More...
Snowman’s Carrot Nose Cookie Prop
From she who also brought you such inventive cookie pop props as the Groucho Marx glasses, Jack O’ Lantern smiles, and neckties… how about a snowman’s carrot nose? Make them HERE at Munchkin Munchies.
Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups Trees
My favorite candy turned into Christmas trees would be too much for me to resist. I love this sweet, simple idea, aptly created (with how-tos included) HERE at Sweet Simple Stuff.
Needing Reese’s peanut butter cups in bulk? Check … Read More...
Cookie Display Snow Globes
If these cookie dioramas-turned-snow globes are a new trend, then I’m absolutely on board, not just for Christmas, but all year long (Easter bunny and eggs for Easter, a beach scene for summer, trees for Arbor Day…). I find them … Read More...
Healthy Santa Hat Strawberries
Always good to sneak a little fruit into Christmas snacking, right? Find the how-tos to make these cute, and healthy!!, Santa hat strawberries with yogurt and coconut HERE at One Handed Cooks.
Chocolate Cherry Mice
Chocolate-covered anything is fine by me. But chocolate covered cherries that look like cute Christmas mice? Even better. Make them HERE at Happy Hour Projects. These were made for a blogger cookie swap, so be sure to check out … Read More...
Tutorial | 2013 Instagram Desktop Calendar
Nathalie from An Ounce of Creativity shares all the steps for making this desktop calendar using Instagram photos. She shows how she used her binding machine to make the calendar, and provides a link to a free printable 2013 … Read More...
Little Christmas Goodies – Cellphone cover and Christmas Beads
Here are two really cute ideas for quickie Christmas gifts. What could be cuter than this simple but effective cellphone cover just in time for the holidays? The free pattern is available here.
While I was at Krishna’s site, I … Read More...
Tutorial | DIY Christmas Tree Garland
Dom at Crafted shares this tutorial for making a Christmas Tree garland from patterned papers. She also provides a free template you can download. Click here to see more.
Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and supplies? Check … Read More...
Rudolph Corn Dogs
It doesn’t take much to dress up a corn dog for Christmas… Make Rudolph corn dogs HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.
DIY Foam Ball Decorations – Ricochet and Away!
I’m with Ricochet and Away–I had no idea that sequin covered satin Christmas balls were a vintage craft. I made them tons of times when I was little. These are especially fun though; I love the bright colors achieved … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux Woodgrain Tags
Another take on gift tags – these ones are wood grained – from the nice people at LiveLaughRowe. If you wanted your wood grain to show up you could do a rub with a little brown or tan (on the … Read More...
Beautiful Projects from Humble Beads
Heather is sharing three beautiful holiday pendant projects at Humble Beads. Using Heather’s new polymer clay leaf and berry beads, you can recreate each of these fabulous designs. Stock up at Heather’s Etsy shop and get crafting! These would … Read More...
Homemade for the Holidays, Day 3: Candy Cane Sugar Scrub
Great idea and wonderful packaging! This scrub is so easy and has so few ingredients you could plan to make quite a few as gifts (but save one for yourself). Get the tutorial from Amy at The Idea Room here… Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Gingerbread Christmas t-shirt Costume
Cheryl from Sew Can Do shows how she created this cute gingerbread t-shirt for her son.
?The “Trim The Tee Craft Along Week 1: The Gingerbread Man Shirt” tutorial from Sew Can Do offers a delightful project for those … Read More...
Stenciled Burlap Holiday Luminaries
Pearmama made a set of stenciled, burlap-wrapped luminaries. Bearing the message of peace, these are a great, rustic idea for the winter holidays! Grab the tutorial.