To me, nothing says Christmas, like pine scent, eggnog and peppermint sticks. This dessert has at least two of the requirements. Chocolate is the bonus! This yummy goodness can be made ahead of time. All you have to do is … Read More...
Tutorial: Christmas gift cone
Josie from Sew for Soul shares a tutorial for making a Christmas gift cone. You can hang it like a stocking, and fill it with fun Christmas treats. It’s shown here with a figgy pudding applique, but any Christmas themed … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Christmas Santa apron
Amber from Crazy Little Projects combined aspects of two of her previous projects to make this Santa apron. She used the shape of her Ruffle Apron Pattern, and the Santa belt detail from her Santa Hand Towels project. She shares … Read More...
DIY: Make Mitten & Snowmen Felt Tree Ornaments
Deborah Milne designed these adorable “Mitten & Snowmen Felt Tree Ornaments” for “save on crafts” with a complete supply list of materials you will need and you can buy the supplies from “save on crafts”. Deborah has very clear instructions … Read More...
DIY- Deer Hair Pins
This is probably the easiest DIY project ever. Daria shared these adorable wooden deer head hair pins on her blog, Kittenhood. (Isn’t that an adorable blog name?)
Daria says “In my opinion, these hair pins are great for wearing this … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew patchwork Christmas ornament
Quick and easy is on most people’s wish list when it comes to decorating for the holidays. Nikki of Tikkido delivers both with this Christmas ornament, because though it looks difficult, it requires no piecing or sewing. She uses a … Read More...
Yarn Ball Wreath {tutorial}
I was talking to my daughter this morning and she was telling me that she would really like a yarn ball wreath for her front door with different sized balls. I know that there pricey and I did find one … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt bird ornament in 6 variations
Connie from ReFabulous shows how you can make a simple felt bird ornament in 6 variations. They all have the same basic shape, but vary in finishing details and fabric. Some are all felt, some felt and fabric, and one … Read More...
Gingerbread Cloud Dough Recipe
Have you ever made cloud dough? Although I have yet to try it, I know it is basically a combination of flour and oil (I have read you can use any sort of household oil, such as vegetable or even … Read More...
Etsy Shop Feature- Marigold Trading Company
This weeks etsy shop feature is Marigold Trading Company. I stumbled upon them as I was at the Funky Finds Holiday Show here in Fort Worth and loved their hand made ornaments!
I love that Marigold Trading Company cuts and … Read More...
Tutorial: Christmas Nougat Cane
When I’m asked what a cane is and how my beads are made – primarily with canes – I often use the explanation of how some forms of candies are made such as saltwater taffy, nougats and candy canes. Here’s … Read More...
Short Cut Needle Felting Ornaments featuring Sharon from Crafts ‘n Coffee Handmade Ornament
Sharon from (Crafts ‘n Coffee) shared her needle felting stunning ornaments with Stephanie of Stephanie Lynn. Sharon has an outstanding tutorial for us from a supply list to using a circle template to make perfect circles. This is a good … Read More...
Cardboard Tube Gnomes for Christmas
Did you know that Christmas Gnomes are known to help Santa in many ways? They are so small that they can sneak around without being seen which makes it easy for them to keep on eye on kids year round. … Read More...
Eggnog Cupcake with Chocolate Cream Cheese Frosting
Eggnog!? You either like it or dislike it. I like it and very happy at this time of year, when I see it on the shelves again. I must admit, I have never had the alcohol version and I didn’t … Read More...
Felt Christmas Advent Garland Tutorial
Since it is only a couple of days until Advent begins; you could make 1-2-3 and then continue. Or you could put a new stocking up each day and that would be cute. Oh well, this is such a cute … Read More...
3-D Wooden Christmas Trees
Laurie posted these handmade 3 d wooden Christmas trees she created with the scroll saw. I think these 3-D trees turned out very cool. While not everyone has a scroll saw, these still are great for inspiration! Laurie shares the … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Advent Calendar
I love this rustic yet modern take on an Advent Calendar. it has lots of impact, without taking up a lot of space. The best part is it’s free! You can get the printable envelopes over at The Lovely Drawer. … Read More...
Freebie | DIY Advent Calendar
November is racing to a close, so this weekend is the time to get your Advent Calendar finished and set up before Monday December 1st. This template and instructions from Trincraft will help you to make these cute treat boxes, … Read More...
Cheesy Leftover Mashed Potato Pancake
I don’t know about you, but I seem to have more mashed potatoes leftover than all other sides. It’s the one side that I don’t really want to eat again after the big day. This recipe might change that for … Read More...
Turkey Cobbler Casserole
Happy Thanksgiving to those in the US. Here are some additional leftover ideas for your Thanksgiving meal. Safe travels to all and for everyone else, hope you have a great day!
This recipe was originally made with leftover chicken, but … Read More...