That’s a whole lot of cookies and a whole lot of cards and a whole lot of Christmas and a whole lot of talent. I’m so honored to be included in this collection organized by Haniela of 22 bloggers creating … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt koala earbud organizer
Onelmon shows how to make the cutest little organizer for your earbud wires. It’s a little felt koala that clips around the wires to keep them from getting tangled up. If you have a teen or tween on your Christmas … Read More...
Giveaway: Three charm packs at Samelia’s Mum
Anorina of Samelia’s Mum is hosting a giveaway on her blog for three fabric charm packs by Moda. These are all great fabric lines (no dogs here). Her contest ends December 10, 2012. Go HERE to enter.
Tutorial: Mod felt fringe Christmas tree skirt
I am loving this felt fringe tree skirt that Jacinda from Prudent Baby made! It’s colorful, fun, and… mod! She shares a tutorial showing how you can make one. Get the tute.
[photo from Prudent Baby]
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Tutorial: Tips and supplies for sewing on leather
I’ve been seeing lots of awesome sewing projects using leather (or faux leather). The leather looks cool, but it can be tricky to sew on if you don’t have the right supplies, or if you try to sew on it … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage pillowcase apron
Jennifer Brasher from Two Butterflies shows how she made an apron out of a vintage pillowcase and a bit of fabric cut from a vintage sheet. It’s part of her 30 Days for 30 Dollars series of thrifty craft projects. … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilt-y mini advent calendar
Now this is a clever idea Jane of Quilt Jane had when she made up this mini advent calendar starting with a quilt block. Once quilted and bound, you can hang it on your tree or door, then watch as … Read More...
Tutorial: Hot Mess Casserole Carrier
Sara from Sew Sweetness shares a tutorial over at the Free Spirit Fabrics blog showing how to make her Hot Mess Casserole Carrier. It’s insulated to keep your food warm, and it’s big enough to hold a 13″ x 9″ … Read More...
Tutorial: Quilt-y money + gift card holder
Fiona of Celtic Thistle created this handsome money or gift card holder with her nephews in mind. This year the cash she gives them for Christmas will be in a cute sewn keepsake. The front is a quilt block she … Read More...
DIY: Peppermint Lip Balm
Just in time for the holidays, Nourishing Minimalism has a quick and easy tutorial for making your own peppermint lip balm. These would be great stocking stuffers! Find it all here.
Tutorial: Make a Paper Gift Bag
Visit What Shall We Make Today and find out how to cut, score and a fold a piece of A4 cardstock
into a cute gift bag for the holidays.
-Heather
Project: Holiday Madonna Card
Karen from the Dreaming and Creating blog has instructions for making this stunning Madonna card.
-Heather
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Easy Owl Cookies
Why are owls so dang appealing? The wise thing? I think it’s the big eye thing. Anyway, make super easy owl cookies from store-bought goodies HERE at The Seven Year Cottage.
Sleeping Christmas Mouse Treat
Made from a Rice Krispies Treat and store-bought candy, I wouldn’t even dare disturb this sleeping cutie. Make a sleeping Christmas mouse treat HERE at Party Pinching.
In NY? Want to Help Build a Block of Gingerbread Brownstones?
If you think back to a year ago, you may recall this amazing gingerbread brownstone I posted about by Kitchen Table Scraps. Well, this year, things are getting even bigger. Blogger Renee is creating an entire BLOCK of gingerbread … Read More...
Mini Christmas Cookies for an Advent Calendar
I know I’m a sucker for a lot of things (mason jars, macarons, stuff on sticks…) but mini versions of things is also on that list. What a cute addition to an Advent calendar instead of the standard store-bought chocolate, … Read More...
Mason Jar Escort Cards
Another lovely way to use mason jars for a wedding: escort cards! Get the tutorial at Emmaline Bride.
Lady Bug Fly To Me – And Add A Stocking Cap Too!
Who doesn’t like ladybugs? At least the yarn variety. This sweet baby has been dressed by Craftfoxes and their free pattern is available for you here . This is sized for a newborn, but you can probably figure out how … Read More...
Three Christmas Crafting Tutorials | DIY Stamps, Advent Calendar and Gift Bags
1. Carve your own Christmas stamps for cards and gift tags. All the details over at Lu Loves Handmade
2. Make this activity based advent calendar using shipping tags. Get the instructions at Poppytalk
3. Finally, create cute gift bags … Read More...
Last Minute Chanukkah
Little Gelt (gold or goodie) Bags like this are traditional for Chanukkah. This pattern is free and very quick and easy. The pattern would work fine for other occasions too. Young children love to have small ‘treasure’ bags to stash … Read More...