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Since I’m not feeling particularly festive today I thought there would be no harm in delving into the dark side of candle holders.
Spellow House sells Gothic and fantasy items but their newest dark angel candelabra is quite striking. It’s … Read More...
The artist, Amber who creates these delightful head bands lives in Homer, Alaska where I am sure you would get plenty of use out of them. She tells use from her ETSY shop; “The Warm and Cozy Felted … Read More...
Looking for handmade and meaningful stocking stuffers? This new project from Craftbits.com may be your answer. Just glue flat clear glass marbles to photo index cards and cardboard, chipboard or heavy paper for a pocket-sized keepsake. The finished beads can … Read More...
As promised, I’m writing today to tell you how I make my towel toppers.
Here are some great books for towel topper patterns
First things first. I don’t want to offend anyone, but DO NOT go to the Dollar Store … Read More...
You’ve seen the tiny beaded Witch doll from Beadwork.About.com I had up for Halloween? Well, that pattern also makes a perfect little Beaded Angel! Like the witch, its quick to stitch up!
Looking for more Halloween Jewelry? Check out these … Read More...
Opus Oils has an amazing line of perfumes. I am sharing this with you and hope you can find some fabulous presents!
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We want to wish you a very Happy Holiday Season!!!
Please keep us in mind for your … Read More...
Welcome Ornament Thursday surfers!
My contribution is a non-traditional ornament featuring a dragonfly stamp. Perfect if your tree features a garden or floral theme. This project is suitable for beginners.
Materials:
Polymer clay Bead (instructions for bead)
22 … Read More...
This chubby gingerbread cookie Christmas candle looks good enough to eat and even comes with the cookie sheet. I love the smell of gingerbread and this one is of course scented with a wonderful blend of spices so smells like … Read More...
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Here are some great books for towel topper patterns
I love buttons. Don’t you?
I’m not, however, a huge fan of those balled up crochet buttons
that seem to appear with alarming regularity on garment, especially baby, patterns (unlike … Read More...
Last-Minute Knitted Gifts
RRP Price: $16.47
Today’s knitters are chic, smart-and busy. Although they love to knit and enjoy making gifts for family and friends, they’re constantly faced with the challenge of finding enough time to actually finish … Read More...
I love this idea from Instructables, which constructs cubes from ordinary jewel cases without the use of any tools or adhesives. This would be a unique way to display photos and artwork — or nothing at all because they’re … Read More...
This is a very adorable snowman and not like most you will see. Take yourself over to Patooties and check out this cute little needle felting fellow. While you are there look around the site for other neat tutorials.
With the holidays being here, I often think of ways to give back to our community and the Snuggles Project is a great way to give back to the homeless animals out there who need a little bit of warmth! … Read More...
Most of you who have been reading my blogs or emails about crochet for any amount of time have read my opinion about companies ‘recycling’ patterns – selling them as NEW with only a change of yarn type or color. … Read More...
Craftster features a number of vinyl record mini totes, including this rendition. Unlike so many other record recycling projects, this purse doesn’t require you to heat the vinyl, but it does require a power tool or two. Although it’s … Read More...
I picked this set up for my youngest daughter’s stocking. She is going to love making these furry creatures. The Clay Club kits come in 5 different sets each has unique theme, complete instructions and everything they need to make … Read More...
What you will need:
8ply/DK/(USA – WW/4ply) Courtelle, allow 25grms(1 oz) of Red and oddments of flesh, white and black.
No.11 (3mm)(USA2) knitting needle
Toy stuffing.
For the free knitting pattern visit Craftbits.com
The holidays are when you want to give something special to a person on your list and if you really know someone then you will give them a gift that tells them you listen. Has one … Read More...
Okay, here is a project to get your gears turning. How many variations could you come up with for a polymer clay checker board set? I’m thinking of doing some by stamping the checkers with different patterns and painting … Read More...
Leonie from Kids’ Jozi shares her durable recipe for salt dough and an example of a completed candle holder project for children. You could paint stripes on these, glue fake jewels onto them and more.
Leonie is also a wonderful … Read More...
