This printable banner spells out Give Thanks and is available for downloading here. A tutorial on how to make the banner is included. Source: At Second Street Looking for Thanksgiving printables? Check these designs out on Etsy.
“Double Wedding Ring” gone modern
Barbara from Barbara Brockman’s Material Culture explains the origins of the beloved Double Wedding Ring quilt. She shares this modern interpretation My Double Wedding Ring by Kieko Goke. It’s a stunner. Go to post to read more.
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Party Monday: Hanukkah
Hanukkah starts in just nine days…
These party ideas are perfect for Hanukkah parties, Hanukkah dinners , meals an feasts. Tutorials and decorations are a little hard to find so we decided to create this roundup of the best ideas … Read More...
Tutorial: Christmas Ornaments
Cindy Liebel created these ornaments using patterned papers and a scallop circle punch. The tutorial is posted on the LilyBee blog. Click here for the instructions.
Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and supplies? Check out these printable … Read More...
Project: Stamp Your Own Gift Wrap
Inkadinkado has some great ideas, instructions and tips on how to stamp your own gift wrap for the holidays. Find all the info by clicking here.
-Heather
VINTAGE FOR CHRISTMAS?? AND – WIN A BOOK!
I was sent a link to this handsome tie. It’s a vintage pattern but I think the tie would work well with more modern menswear. What do you think?
http://blog.bramcostpublications.com/2010/11/05/12-days-of-a-vintage-handmade-holiday.aspx
Here’s another vintage beauty from the same site. Reminds me … Read More...
Freebie: Doily Clip Art
You can download this doily clip art free from Martha Stewart Crafts. great for cards, scrapbooking and gift wrapping! Click here to go to the download. There is also a tutorial for making the cookie tins as shown.
Say It Isn’t So Food Network
Sigh. Ace of Cakes has been canceled. And this news has been confirmed on Duff’s bakery site, Charm City Cakes. And in the farewell post, Duff applies the terms “genuine” and “wacky” to the show. I have … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – Reunion Dinners
Reunion Dinners
Get even more inspiration from her gallery and blog
Thanksgiving Treats Roundup
Find a great roundup of Thanksgiving treats HERE at The Crafty Crow, including this gum drop turkey from Design. Wash. Repeat.
Tutorial: Sewing hooks, eyes, and snaps securely
Susan Khalje shares a tutorial at the Threads blog showing how to sew on hooks, eyes, and snaps
. The simple hand stiches look nice and attach the findings securely to the garment. Go to the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Lil Hand Warmers to put in your pockets
Stacie from The Creative Crate guest blogs at Someday Crafts with a tutorial showing how to make her Lil Hand Warmers. The small rice-filled flannel pouches can be heated in the microwave and then put them in your kids’ coat … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Ruffled fabric pomander ball
Kirstin & Jordan from KojoDesigns share a tutorial on their blog showing how to use your scrap stash to make a ruffled fabric pomander ball, no sewing required. I love the way the colors and prints are all mish mashed … Read More...
Tutorial – Yarn Ball and Ornament Wreath
Cowls Are Hot!
And this is Maddy Laine’s contribution to this latest craze.
This Wrap of Many Colors is a simple-to-knit reverse stockinette stitch combined in a versatile wrap that is shaped from the lower edge, creating a comfortable fit around the neck … Read More...
Punk Projects and Online Classes
Katie over at Punk Projects sent over a link to her blog and her Indie Style Online classes. The Punk Projects site has tutorials and lots and lots of inspiration.
It’s not too late to sign up for the Deck … Read More...
Guinness Cake. That Looks like a Pint of Guinness.
The genius of this Guinness cake can not be denied. A cake that contains a pint of Guinness and looks like a pint of Guinness? I mean really. Find the recipe HERE at The Island of Dr. Gateau.
A Jelly Shot Thanksgiving
Nothing mixes better with Thanksgiving and family than jelly shots. In fact, jelly shots could very well save an eight hour day of Thanksgiving and family. The Jelly Shot Test Kitchen created these Thanksgiving jelly shots for Saveur. Learn how … Read More...
Knit A Dead Head!
My husband hunts. So do I. My husband dabbles in taxidermy. I do not. But, only because of time constraints, I’d rather knit (plus there is the lack of any talent regarding painting…) But with this technique, I can knit … Read More...
6 Pretty Pinecone Projects
Pine Cones. Pinecones. ? However you see it, spell it, or type it, pinecones are a fabulous craft medium that can be formed into Christmas trees, bird feeders, wreaths, and tons more. Here are some pretty pinecone projects I was … Read More...