I love the idea of knitting a bunch of coordinating hats for a family to wear in group pictures.
Bristlecone from Fancy Tiger Crafts is a great DK weight pattern that uses a slip stitch cable for easy texture and … Read More...
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by Sarah White
I love the idea of knitting a bunch of coordinating hats for a family to wear in group pictures.
Bristlecone from Fancy Tiger Crafts is a great DK weight pattern that uses a slip stitch cable for easy texture and … Read More...
Marianne Designs has the cutest sweater shaped die that includes holes for sewing. This is a such a fun way to create custom Christmas sweater cards with lots of texture and whimsy. They are sharing 3 FREE sweater cross stich … Read More...
If you’re not familiar a Memorydex it’s a creative little way to make a mini album that looks like a vintage Rolodex. Heidi Swapp recently released a pretty in pink Blush model and Meghann had used it to document some … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Upcycle a sweater into a pair of mittens! Heather Handmade shows how you can create upcycled sweater mittens out of an old sweater. This is a great way to use a sweater that has holes or damage in spots. Or … Read More...
Are you looking for a quick and easy plastic canvas needlepoint Christmas gift for someone? Here’s a nice (and useful) idea for you. Make a set of these pretty coasters in a kaleidoscope pattern. The design comes from Homeschooling Hearts … Read More...
I’m pretty sure that everyone needs one of these absolutely adorable snowmen quilts and throw pillows. Well, at least I do. This free pattern from Patchwork Posse is an easy and fast project to make.
With the exception of the … Read More...
These quilled designs are simple to make yet add beautiful detail to any card. Use these quilling techniques for cards, other paper crafts and so much more. The 4 cards include designs for a birthday, sympathy and just because. These … Read More...
Wow, how wonderful is this wintery Snow Globe Card from Marine!? It has the look of an old black and white movie and reminds me of It’s a Wonderful Life. She used stamps and dies from Lawn Fawn and monochromatic … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Add a sweet country farmhouse look to your Christmas decor with these fabric Christmas trees! Patti from Hearth and Vine shows how you can make them. It’s a festive project that beginners can make. Make up several in a variety … Read More...
Jen die cut lots of snowflakes from pretty pattern papers and formed them into a round wreath shape for this frosty Hello Winter Layout. The gold title is balanced on the opposite side with the photo and she’s tucked in … Read More...
by Sarah White
This very easy cowl pattern is quick to make and can be whipped up with just one ball of yarn.
The puff stitches make a lovely textured fabric which is nice and warm. Ideal for keeping the chill off the … Read More...
I’ve made a lot of recycled book folded Christmas trees but I’ve never seen angels made with recycled book pages…especially ones that are so easy. Pop on over to the blog Mentootlet for the tutorial on how to make a … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
Create a simple fleece tree skirt to finish out your Christmas tree decorations. Heather at Heather Handmade shows how you can make one. Fleece is easy to sew with, and you can make this Christmas tree skirt with just … Read More...
by Sarah White
I’ve been focusing a lot on holiday specific knitting projects lately, but if you’re looking for gifts to knit that will carry the recipient through the year, it’s time to start thinking quick and easy projects with big yarn and … Read More...
by Anne Weaver
This scented mug rug makes a perfect gift! The heat of a warm mug releases the scent of spices. It’s an easy project to make, and you can use your fabric scraps. Add a cute mug or some nice coffee … Read More...
Do you remember when you were a child and you had that favorite book that you read over and over? After a few readings it would practically be falling apart. Well, here is a pretty solution for you. It’s a … Read More...
Sewing machine covers are a great way to put your sewing machine to bed at night. It helps prevent knobs being knocked, tensions being changed and of course dust settling in all the wrong nooks and crannies. A Sewing machine … Read More...
Watercolor sheets are sheets of paper that are infused with watercolor pigment and can be used with a wet paint brush just like a regular paints. These handy little booklets are perfect for crafting while traveling, taking to a class … Read More...
Pocket Pages are a quick and easy way to put together layouts in no time. These Christmas themed pocket pages from Nathalie include lots of photos, journaling cards, wooden sentiments and are accented with acrylic embellishments.
These layered paper ornaments are made from Christmas gift wrap and the reverse side is as pretty as the front. These ornaments are a stunning addition to your Christmas Tree and are sure to impress.
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