I was in such a rush to get the week going that I forgot to formally introduce myself!
Hi, I’m Elaine! I live in southwest Saskatchewan, Canada. Currently, it’s very snowy where I am and that is certainly lending to … Read More...
Chutney Recipe from Canning and Preserving
Remember not too long ago when we gave away Canning and Preserving
with Ashley English? As one of our popular giveaways, I thought some of you would appreciate a peek inside with a free recipe from the publisher, available only … Read More...
TWINKY CHAN’S CROCHET GOODIES FOR FASHION FOODIES
What a title for a book! Those of us who have admired Twinkie’s work before are less likely to be surprised by the title – the combining of two of life’s great pleasures – food and crochet. But, what a … Read More...
Etsy Stalking: Peppermint Pretties
It’s Friday night, and that means it’s time for more Etsy stalking! 🙂 This time my keyword was “peppermint” and just look at all of the delicious red and white yumminess I found! I could just drool on Etsy … Read More...
Footstool Pincushion pattern
So cute! Pieced hexagons and red plaid make up this fanciful footstool I found at Sew Take a Hike Etsy. You can make one out of your favorite fabrics by purchasing the pattern. Get it here.
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Tutorial: Bliss Mug Rug
Ryan from I’m Just a Guy Who Quilts shows how to make this darling mug rug. I’m digging the red and turquoise. Go to the tutorial.
Looking for more Mug Rug Patterns? Check out these Mug Rug Patterns on … Read More...
“Green” Bottles Now in a Range of Colors
The Glass Quarterly Hot Sheet is always a good source of information regarding glass and its industrial uses. Art is important but since glass is such a large part of everyone’s life it’s good to pass on information on other … Read More...
Tutorial: Winter Caroler Christmas softie
Virginia from Gingercake and ginia18shares a free tutorial for making a sweet Winter Caroler softie. She’s weighted at the bottom so you can stand her up on your mantel or side table. You can use your own fabrics to … Read More...
Tutorial: Wine bottle gift bag with handle
Prudent Baby shows how to make a reusable gift sack sized just right for a bottle of wine. The pretty bag makes a nice bottle of wine into an elegant hostess gift. Go to the tutorial.
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Felt sewing project – Festive bird ornaments
I found this darling red bird that will brighten the darkest winter days on “Canadian Living”. These festive felt bird decorations are fun and easy to make, and will make the perfect gift. For the FREE template and instructions, just … Read More...
Free Pattern – Knitted Christmas Lights
Ball of Yarn Candle
This tiny ball of wax radiates throughout a room with the comfort of an about-to-be-handknit sweater. Aprox 60 hrs of burn time.
Technique: Acrylic Stamping Block Background
Here’s a really cool technique using your acrylic blocks to make backgrounds. Let Beate Johns for Splitcoast show you how here.
-Heather
Tutorial: Dual Duty Reversible Coasters
Tammy Hensley from Art, Alphabets, and Adventure shares a tutorial at Sew4Home showing how to make her Dual Duty Reversible Coasters. One side of the coaster is a plain fabric circle, but the other has a keyhole opening so you … Read More...
Edible Christmas Decorations
Three simple ideas for Christmas decorating with grocery store finds: cranberry garland, candy cane stands, and a candy centerpiece. Find them HERE at Real Simple, with a video how-tos.
Recycled Sweater Wreath
How to make a recycled keyboard key garland
This just made me giggle! With everything getting hi-tech why not our Christmas decoration go hi-tech kitch! That is just what this keyboard key and ribbon garland is. Do your electronics need a holiday accessory such is this pop on … Read More...
Tutorial: Parchment pocket Advent calendar
I love this Advent calendar that Pascale from //between the lines// made! She created the unique design as a last-minute project. Strips of parchment paper are sewn together to make pockets. Each day, you cut off the paper pocket to … Read More...
Holiday Party Cocktails
Find a cocktail to match every party from now to New Years HERE at the New York Times. Shown is the Auld Lang. I’m intrigued by the Chatham Artillery Punch.
Pepperminty Ideas
Find an array of minty fresh ideas for Christmas goodies HERE at Martha Stewart, such as this recipe for peppermint icicles or the how-tos for candy sticks.
