Visit the Paper Garden Projects blog and learn how to make this sweet clear treat box.
-Heather
Gingerbread Cottage
More gingerbread house how-tos! Just My Delicious shares a gingerbread recipe and tips on making this cottage. This recipe feels very unique to me, so now I want to try it. (Translation tool in sidebar.)
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9 Christmas Tree Crafts
The other day I made a Christmas tree out of natural coffee filters (you can see it in this collection, it’s #2) and that got me searching for other crafty Christmas tree projects. I found quite a few and am … Read More...
David Patchen – Blown Glass
The Gaffer Girls posted some pictures of David Patchen’s work and I just had to share it with all of you guys. His work is absolutely gorgeous. He does roll-ups which is a blowing technique that has always fascinated me. … Read More...
Cupcake vs Bacon
In the grand battle between cupcakes and bacon, cupcakes have finally found victory. At least in terms of google searching. See the news HERE at Serious Eats.
Cute Sweater For Your Favorite Bear!
Another cute, but yet easy and quick project to knit for the holidays.
From Interweave! Everyone HEARTS bears! And what better way to experiment with new techniques. You could swap out some colors and make it a true holiday bear, … Read More...
Giveaway Winner….
Congratulations, Teresa, random.org has picked you to win oue Entrelac book!
Tutorial: Wild Rose Postage Stamp quilt
Julie from Narioka just posted her second recipe on Moda Bake Shop. This time around, she is showcasing the Wild Rose fabric collection in a postage stamp quilt. To make the top go together quickly she starts with a … Read More...
Winners of the books Fantastic Recycled Plastic, Eco Craft and Eco Books
Tracy N. is the winner of Fantastic Recycled Plastic: 30 Clever Creations to Spark Your Imagination
Kristi S. is the winner of Eco Craft: Recycle Recraft Restyle
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Lorie E. winner of Eco Books: Inventive Projects from the Recycling Bin… Read More...
Fun Christmas Sandwiches To Snack On
Aw. Cute, simple ideas to add some holiday cheer to a kid’s lunch: Santa and snowman sandwiches. Find them HERE at Little Food Junction.
Gift Ideas for the Mini-Crafter
One of the best things to get children is crafting items….this is a great way to get your child’s imagination up and running, as well as getting them away from the TV. Martha Stewarts blog Living in the Family Room… Read More...
Root Beer Reindeer…
I love this craft made out of Root Beer bottles…have your children join you to make these cute Christmas Characters ! Naptime Crafters shows you the tutorial. {Link found at Totally Tutorials}
Baby’s First Christmas Craft
No Time for Flashcards got her youngest chid involved in her first craft! I love that she let her have at the green paint and just enjoy the sensory exploring…. a must do for this Christmas!
Tutorial: Poinsettia throw pillow
Christie from A Lemon Squeezy Shop and A Lemon Squeezy Home shares a tutorial for making this Christmas throw pillow. The natural fabric and the white poinsettia are such an elegant combination! Go to the tutorial.
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Kids Craft Books Giveaway
Wise Craft is giving away two great kids craft books by Rae Grant. Head on over and get in on the action!
Free Knitting Pattern – Christmas Socks From Drops….
Another free pattern from Drops. They have the coolest stuff, seriously. Like these!
Who wouldn’t want to knit these up, they’d be sooo much fun.
Click HERE for the free Christmas Socks pattern!
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Santa and Mrs Claus Face Mask
Classified: Mom has a cute simple craft for you and your children to make Santa and Mrs. Claus face masks….pair them up with a great book about Santa, and you have a great lesson!
Christmas Caramel Popcorn Pops
Now, it’s well established that I like treats on sticks. Especially clever or unexpected treats on sticks. But then when the stick itself is clever and unexpected? Oh, that’s just a whole new level of fantastic. Like these caramel popcorn … Read More...
Unusual Edible Gift Ideas
I love this recent roundup of edible gift ideas from the kitchn for being totally unique borderline bizarre. Shown is Pine Cone Bud Syrup from Primitivizia. You’ll also find licorice jam, Tonga vanilla beans, and Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. … Read More...
Ideas and Freebies: Card Sketches
Visit the Clean and Simple blog for a free weekly card sketch along with loads of ideas using that sketch. You can even play along and submit your own ideas.
-Heather