These beautiful little trees are a great decoration for both Thanksgiving and Christmas. Using foam cones and cranberries, you can create an entire forest to display! Head over to Better Homes and Garden for the details — Christmas Cranberry Crafts… Read More...
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Vibrant Cornhusk Wreath
This beautiful wreath is constructed from corn husks that have been dyed a beautiful wine red. What a great alternative to the natural color to add a festive touch to your holiday door. Check out the instructions over at Martha … Read More...
Coffee Filter Snowflakes
I have to say I was pretty surprised when I read that these snowflake ornaments were made from coffee filters! Thanks go out to Meg for sending me this link. Get the tutorial over at Mega•Crafty — Snowflake Ornaments.
Project: Stamped Advent Wreath
There She Goes stamps shares a very clever take on an advent calendar, it’s a stamped wreath, how cute! Find directions here on their blog.
-Heather
Finishing needlepoint ornaments
Laura of Two-Handed Stitcher tells us a bit about how she finished these lovely needlepoint ornaments. Go to her blog post for the details.
Inspiration: little Z handmade
Too sweet for words. See more at little Z handmade blog.
How to make a tiny paper bead garland
I love paper beads and I am always looking for new ways to use them. Krish sent in a great link to the blog Decorating and Cooking for Christmas where there is a great tutorial on how to use paper … Read More...
Tutorial: Fluffy fabric Christmas wreath
Quilt Inspiration shows how to make this lovely fabric wreath to decorate a door or window at Christmas. The wreath is made from small strips of fabric that are pleated and stitched before being wrapped around the wreath. It looks … Read More...
Guest Post: 12 Days of Christmas Pillow
How exciting, it’s time again for another guest post tutorial! Each guest has been amazing so far, and today’s blogger is no exception. Today Desiree from The 36th Avenue will share with you how to make this absolutely fabulous Christmas … Read More...
Christmas Tree Macarons
It’s been ages upon ages since I posted on a clever macaron (see? lemons in June). Is this trend no longer a trend? I hope not. Prunille fait son show to the rescue. Check out these Christmas tree macarons.
Kid Sized Gingerbread House
Every year around this time as we are walking through Costco, my girls beg me to buy the gingerbread house kit so they can ‘hype up’ on all the sugar candy and use their fabulous decorating skills to create a … Read More...
Peanuts Christmas Ornament
Who doesn’t love Peanuts? Here’s a great craft to do with your children…perhaps while ‘A Charlie Brown Christmas’ plays on Thanskgiving Day. These ornaments and matching cards are so cute, and as one of the posts comments said, ‘ You … Read More...
DIY Holiday Tableware
Today I’m tooting my own horn, but gosh darn it I just am really happy with how these turned out! I used Martha Stewart’s new multi surface paints, which if allowed to cure for 21 days are dishwasher safe and … Read More...
Felt cozy pinecones tutorial
Felt cozy pinecones tutorial from Family Circle is offering us a chance to create these enchanting felt pinecones for the holidays. Think of these in your favorite colors on a holiday table or hanging on a Christmas tree or topping … Read More...
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Activity Advent Calendar
Save the cavities and increase family time with this festive advent calendar. Instead of treats, inside each day’s box is a fun activity to do with as a family. Get the how to over at lil pink pocket — Advent … Read More...
Free Printable: Holiday Baking Planner
Have you started yet? I can’t even think about it yet. That’s not true, I’ve thought about it. Then had some anxiety about my long to-do list. Eek! I wish the day had more hours. Find a free printable for … Read More...
Tutorial: Baby’s Elf Hat and Booties
Amy from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop Shop and Naptime Crafters shows how to make a Christmas elf hat and booties for baby. This would make such a sweet little outfit for Christmas photos! Get the tute.
[photo from Naptime Crafters]