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Cookies (Leisure Arts #56025) is a handy laminated collection of recipes for traditional family favorites and fun party treats. Approximately 8.5 inches tall by 4.5 inches wide, the guide folds out accordion-style with 12 panels of information and color photographs. … Read More...
This technique from Dave Brethauer really blew me away! His die cut shapes have an amazing texture to them and the reason is he used napkins instead of cardstock! And when he adds watercolors to them them puff a bit … Read More...
The gorgeous Christmas stocking is made from upcycled denim and fabric scraps, and accented with sashiko-inspired hand stitching. Vicky from Vicky Myers Creations has a tutorial showing how you can create an upcycled denim stocking of your own, and she’s … Read More...
The traditional red and green colors and all the different patterns on this Santa page from Kylie really stand out against her white background. As does the white title she added over the photo. And I like how she used … Read More...
This edible slime recipe with two ingredients is a fun sensory activity for the holidays – perfect if you are looking for a safe slime with no glue.
Finish it off with a mason jar and some fake plastic cranberries… Read More...
Create the ultimate personalized gift with someone’s photo! This tutorial shows you how to stitch up a sweet ornament that has a personal touch, you can add stitches, sequins, or fancy fabric to make these feel extra special. This is … Read More...
Get crafty and make Christmas ornaments in bulk this year! Buy a stack of embroidery hoops
and try out some ideas from this curated list of DIY embroidery hoop ornaments. Different styles and techniques to choose from, several of … Read More...
Laura combined cute and vintage together in this pretty Thanksgiving themed card. Plaid patterns, fall leaves and pumpkin pie are the perfect designs for Autumn and adding cute animals is always a good idea!
Webster’s Pages has some cute printable to use on your calendar, planner or scrapbook pages. There’s banners, calendar boxes, days of the week and holiday and shopping icons. And best of all these images are FREE to print.
Cross Stitch Creations: Fine Art shows you how to recreate classic artwork from the masters in cross stitch.
Take your needle art to the next level and recreate some of the finest masterpieces in history.
From van Gogh to Klimt … Read More...
I love big, roomy cardigans with shawl collars, sometimes called grandpa cardigans because they look like something an old man would wear.
But really they’re great for everyone, and it doesn’t take a lot of detailing to elevate these projects … Read More...
Memory quilts that use upcycled fabric from loved ones have become very popular amongst quilters and non-quilters too. Using the shirts of a deceased loved one is a sentimental way to preserve their memory for generations to pass on to … Read More...
I love using the Arteza Real Brush Pens for water coloring. I find them easy to use, they blend nicely and have build-able color. I used them to color in this beautiful fall girl stamp from LDRS Creative for an … Read More...
These scented mug mats would make great handmade Christmas gifts for friends, neighbors, and coworkers! Spices or potpourri tucked between the layers of the mug mat will make a nice scent when you place a warm mug on it. Patti … Read More...
If you’re like me you might take more photos of your pets during the holidays then of anything else. Katrina Hunt used a Christmas photo of her adorable trio of dogs for this festive ‘Tis the Season Page. I love … Read More...
This mid-century style advent calendar is fun and easy to paint. But the best part is it can be used and re-filled year after year with candy, small gifts, or slips of paper. You can see the tutorial here.
Check … Read More...
I spotted this fun family hand card over at the blog Cafe Mom with a punch of other cute Thanksgiving crafts. I like this idea of making an accordion card with each member of your family’s hand for Christmas or … Read More...
Kat used pretty pattern papers and leaf shaped dies to create a fun Falling Leaves Shaker Card for Autumn. She’s sharing directions over on her blog.
Visit Kat Scrappiness to check it out.
-Heather
Looking for Fall themed stamps, papers … Read More...
These little felt stockings are quick to sew up and are perfect to hold small gifts for friends and neighbors. Havalah from Sisters, What! has a tutorial showing how you can make them. Use your scraps of felt and trims … Read More...
