Here are some fun treats for the kids to make themselves or for you as a family to make together for the holidays. A great way to enjoy each others company before the craziness of the holiday rush. Toni Roberts … Read More...
Make a Tea Advent Calendar
Here’s a great take on an advent calendar, one filled with tea! To make one you’ll need 24 envelopes are pockets (get some ideas here), number tags, string or baker’s twine, and mini clothespins. Oh and 24 … Read More...
Free pattern: Christmas Sock Block
Some say sock, some say stocking. No matter the name this bold quilt block sewn up is sure to bring cheer to your holidays. Designed by Janeen of Art Quilt Designs, she uses a paper piecing method for the … Read More...
How to make cute Rudolph ornaments
If you can believe it I just took down my boxes of Christmas decorations. My plan is that I can sort through and de-stash along with make new projects with my supplies. This Rudolph ornament project is just what I’m … Read More...
Hand Embroidered Christmas Candles
This free pattern has a little bit of a weird when Harry met Sally story that goes with it, but if you scroll down to the bottom of the Christmas story you will see the printable felt pattern. This little … Read More...
Tutorial: Joy pillow wrap
Add Christmas cheer to a plain throw pillow a holiday pillow wrap! Heather from The Sewing Loft shares a tutorial for making a pillow wrap appliqued with “Joy”. When Christmas is over, just remove the wrap and you’ve got your … Read More...
Hand Stitched Christmas Tags
We spend a lot of time thinking about the gift but what about the first impression? That moment someone sees the wrapped box for the first time. Take the time to make this years gift wrapping just that little bit … Read More...
Project: Snowman Pop Up Card
Learn how to make a snowy scene pop up card with some adorable snowman stamps and dies from Gerda Steiner Designs. Pop on over to their blog for a video tutorial.
-Heather
DIY Snow Globe Terrariums
Snow globes are a traditional holiday decor piece, and the terrarium has made it’s debut in the crafting world in many different ways. This idea is no exception to either of those. With a few little knick-knacks, you can have … Read More...
Technique: Stitching on Your Stamps
Whether is faux or real, stitching is a trending look in paper crafting right now.. The Create a Smile blog will show you how to pierce cardstock in sections of your stamps so you can sew on them and add … Read More...
Paper ring countdown calendar
I know Halloween was just Monday but I thought I’d post this idea so you would have time to gather up your recycled supplies in time to make this fun paper ring countdown calendar for Christmas. I am thinking I … Read More...
Project: DIY Stamped Wrapping Paper
Need to wrap a birthday gift or are you wanting to make your holiday presents look extra special this year? Grab your stamps, colored ink pads and some white paper and make your own wonderful wrapping paper. Lexi Dali has … Read More...
Free Christmas Initial Printables
This Christmas initial printable collection will be a lovely touch for Holiday decor. Select whatever initials you want, and print and frame them for your home. The files are re-sizeable, so you can make them into smaller cards for your … Read More...
Free Printable Christmas Gift Box
This free printable is perfect for small Christmas gifts or in-class activities. The printable file comes in a black n white version for coloring in at home or in the classroom or you can print off a ready-made color version. … Read More...
The 16th annual One of a Kind Holiday Show in Chicago is Dec 1st-4th
Are you ready for Holiday shows? For those of you in or around Chicago, here’s a great one to attend and start buying those Christmas gifts!
The 16th annual One of a Kind Holiday Show is a 4-day show that … Read More...
Project: Paper Gingerbread House
How amazing is this 3D Gingerbread house from Anna-Karin?! She made this stunning holiday home decor project with lots of different die cuts from Sizzix. Visit her blog Layers of Ink for step by step photo directions.
-Heather
Tip: Adding Faux Stitching Lines to Die Cuts
If you love the look of dies that have the stitched look on the edges but don’t have them don’t worry! Gina K is here with a clever tip, she uses a rotary cutter on the edge of a regular … Read More...
Project: Twisted Gate Fold Card
Add a cool twist to your next card with this Twisted Gate Fold design from Dawn Olchefske. She’s got cutting, scoring and folding directions over on Splitcoast Stampers. This fun idea can be used for so many different occasions. Click … Read More...
How to make your own car air fresheners
I think today I have another first for me. I don’t think I have ever posted a tutorial on how to make a car air freshener. Well thanks to Gemma for sending in a link to her blog May Inspire … Read More...
Techniques: Santa’s Reindeer Card
Kelly Latevola will show you some masking and splatter techniques for an awesome starry night background, perfect for Santa’s reindeer to fly across. Check out her stamping techniques over on the Stamp Away with Me blog.
-Heather