An easy-peasy pair of mittens, grinning with delight at the chance to adorn your tree. Go to Mollie Johanson‘s Wild Olive post to learn how to make them.
How to make recycled cardboard gift tags
Need to whip up some last minute simple and elegant gift tags as you wrap those presents late at night (or anytime) why not try these great recycled cardboard (chipboard) ones designed by Roslyn of the blog Sew Delicious. See … Read More...
Rainbow Fudge
Will I ever tire of rainbow-themed food? Not as long as my kid doesn’t. Find the recipe for rainbow fudge HERE at Rock UR Party.
Hosting a Rainbow party? Check out these Rainbow party articles over on our Party … Read More...
Inspiration: Stitch Therapy
Stitch Therapy shares stunning photos of her first-term textile-course project. She says,
… Read More...A theme of ‘identity revealed through destruction’ emerged and I discovered the beauty of decay. I really enjoyed the psychological process of revealing hidden layers and the wonky-happy
Tutorial: Quilted 3-D Christmas tree
Alba from Festotu shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a quilted 3-D Christmas tree decoration. It’s actually made from two flat pieces that fit together to create a tree that stands up on its own. Not … Read More...
Stitch like Jane
Jane LaFazio of JaneVille is working up improvisational little squares for a class she’ll be teaching in March. They’re all eye candy. I especially love this one, where she has captured a key under a layer of organza. To see … Read More...
Last Minute Idea | Printable Nativity
Jen at My Own Road is sharing this idea for a quick way to display a nativity scene this year. Click here to see how she did it!
Tutorial: Simple reversible tote bag
Flora from Frills and Flares shows how to make a simple reversible tote bag. The reversible bag has two looks in one. When your mood changes, just turn it inside out for an entirely new look for your bag. Get … Read More...
Tutorial: Homemade Hand Warmers
Vanessa from V and Co. shows how to make her Homemade Hand Warmers. Just zap the small rice bags in the microwave for 15 seconds, and they’re ready to warm your hands. Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Oh, Christmas Tree felt ornament
Lark Crafts shares a free project for making their Oh, Christmas Tree ornament. The project is an excerprt from the book Fa La La La Felt
. The felt Christmas tree would be pretty hanging on your own tree, … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Embellished tee with pleated bib and buttons
Sachiko from Tea Rose Company and Tea Rose Home shows how to make her Pleated Pretty Shirt. This top is gorgeous!! She starts with a plain tee, and then adds a pleated bib trimmed with lace and buttons. Get the … Read More...
Tip: Tie a Perfect Bow
Bows and ribbons add a perfect touch to many paper crafting projects but I know a lot of people struggle to tie a nice pretty bow. Vanessa Spencer shares a very helpful video over at Stampington and Co., soon you’ll … Read More...
3-D Gingerbread Christmas Trees
I think it’s the snowy edges that got me. Or the 3-D part. Or the consistent awesomeness that is not martha. Find the step-by-step instructions for making 3-D Christmas trees from non-3-D cutters, including make-ahead tips and a template, HERE … Read More...
Giveaway: Pinky Rose
Vicki of turkey feathers is giving away this adorable calico kitty, Pinky Rose–a sample doll she created for one of her books. If you’d like to get your hands on this sweetheart, go to her blog post to enter … Read More...
Gift Wrapping Ideas
Cintia from My Poppet is sharing a number of unique and out of the box gift wrapping ideas, just right for odd shaped gifts. Click here to see more.
Festive Eggnog Christmas Cake
This is exactly what I would like to see after my Christmas dinner. Bright, fun, festive perfection. And wait ’til you see the inside! Find the recipe for Eggnog Christmas cake HERE at Bakingdom.
Save problem fabrics with dye
Stephani Miller posts on Threads blog:
… Read More...There’s no reason to toss garments that have faded or donate fabric you mistakenly purchased in an unflattering color. Fashion trends for tie-dye effects and bright, saturated colors are still going strong, with
Tutorial | Photo Place Cards for the Christmas Table
I love these photo place cards that Lisa at A Spoonful of Sugar came up with for her Christmas table. She used toddler photos of all the guests! Click here to learn how to make your own.
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Candy Cane Reindeer
I think it’s the antlers that make these super adorable. Make candy cane reindeer HERE at Martha Stewart.
Share your stitchy story
Janet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint is putting together a collection of stories about needlepoint, and she invites you to submit your story for consideration. She says,
Don’t worry if you aren’t a professional writer, a great story is better … Read More...