I’ve only done a few cookie exchanges and I always have a hard time picking a cookie recipe that no one else has done. Plus, I’m very picky about my cookies. But I do love the idea of getting lots … Read More...
Christmas Elf Felt Wine Bottle Covers instructions
This is the first of its kind I have seen; too cute from HGTV 🙂 Before you bring a bare bottle of wine to your next holiday soiree, dress it up like an elf. First cut felt into an eight-inch-by-10-inch … Read More...
Tutorial: Fur trimmed matelasse pocket pillow
This fur trimmed pillow by Amy from Positively Splendid is pretty for Christmas and for the nearly two months of winter that follow the holiday. The front is a white matelasse fabric with a fur trimmed pocket sewn across. If … Read More...
Classic recycled gift box from a tp tube
Wow, this project brought me back to my childhood. We used to make those loop potholders to give to all the relatives when we were little. We would roll them up in a tp tube and wrap them in paper … Read More...
Freebie: Vintage Santa Printable
Dover Publications has this adorable free vintage Santa design to print, click here to download.
-Heather
Christmas continues with natural handmade trees from Sweden, instructions
I am letting Melinda of “Me & Alice” explain how her and her boys created their Christmas tree projects 🙂 This year it will be not so much red accents in the Lind Bergska home … however; most of it … Read More...
Sisal Snowflake Ornament Video Tutorial
CraftTestDummies have created a snowflake ornament tutorial that is perfect as a decoration for your Christmas tree or as a package topper. Using simple supplies like Krylon Glitter Spray, you can create these in no time at all.
I love … Read More...
Christmas Gift or Treat Bags from Old Sweaters DIY
This is the cutest gift bag made from an old sweater by; Maria of “Shop Girl”! Shop girl, it’s a reference to her favorite movie… You’ve Got Mail! To make this bag YOU WILL NEED: 1 cable knit sweater, Ribbon, … Read More...
Tutorial | Make a Gift Bag Without Using a Template
Kelly from Eclectically Vintage has a very clever idea for making gift bags without having to buy a special template or do tons of math. You do need a special tool, but it’s one that’s sure to be available in … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Chalkboard Christmas Gift Tags
Chalkboard printables are really hot right now, and you can add this trend to your gift giving with a set of free printable chalkboard gift tags from Kelly at Live, Laugh Row. Kelly suggests adding red ribbon or yarn for … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour | Be Merry
Tutorial: Fabric bookmarks
Determined to give handmade this year, but you haven’t stitched a lick? Make something quick and easy like these fabric bookmarks made by Kathy of Pink Chalk Studio. Fusible web, craft paint, stamps and a cute design is all … Read More...
No SEW Ruffle Christmas Tree Skirt
I think this is one of most stunning tree skirts I have ever seen and I am sure it would cost a pretty penny to buy something close to it. Nicole of “Puttin’ on the G.R.I.T.S.” tried her hand at … Read More...
Felt Squirrel Ornament Tutorial
Cassie is a wife and mom to five fabulous daughters who are fourteen, eleven, nine, nine, and nine 🙂 Cassie hosts “You Go Girl” and loves fabrics and created these darling little Squirrel to hang around; like the cuties in … Read More...
How to make adorable, needle-felted snowman ornaments
Sharon of “Crafts ‘n Coffee”; goal is to share with you needle felting projects that are fresh, fun and make the most of your creative time. Many of the project ideas on Crafts ‘n Coffee come from a wonderful and … Read More...
Ombre Holiday Wreath
I had vowed not to put up any more wreaths this Holiday season – but this one was way too pretty to pass up on.
At Homemade Ginger, find the detailed instructions on creating this one of a kind wreath … Read More...
Frozen Hot Chocolate
It’s hot chocolate season, but so far it doesn’t feel like it. We love hot chocolate and I give my daughter the “you’re crazy” look when she says she wants hot chocolate in the summer. Now we can have hot … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew sherpa Christmas tree skirt
This faux sherpa fleece Christmas tree skirt has a warm, cozy, woodland look. Delia from Delia Creates shows how you can make one, with no sewing required. It’s a fast and easy to make project. Go to Delia Creates for … Read More...
How to make stick letters
If you are a fan of making letters this is a great tutorial. I am predicting letters are going to play a big part in my Christmas decor. Pop on over to the blog Tikkido for the stick letter making … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Reversible placemats to set a festive holiday table
KC from The Real Thing with the Coake Family shows how you can sew up a set of reversible placemats. She used Christmas themed fabric to make them for a festive holiday table setting. They’re easy to make, requiring only … Read More...