Irina is featuring an ornament from her friend Tatyana from A Garden Cottage on Etsy who also offers the free chart if you want to make your own! Splendid. Looking for more Christmas Cross Stitch patterns? Check these out on … Read More...
Project: Holiday Note Pad Holder
Paper Crafter’s Library has a fun way to keep track of who’s been naughty and who’s been nice. Click the link to watch a video on how to make this cute holiday notepad holder.
-Heather
How to make a recycled window Christmas quote decoration
I am a quote junkie, yes I am. So when a crafter comes up with a darling way (and recycled) I am just thrilled to share it. Well, of Terri of the blog A Creative Princess shared her recycled window … Read More...
22 ideas for recycled magazine crafts
If you liked yesterday’s magazine Christmas tree I bet you will love what’s over at the blog Tinker Lab by Mom Rachelle. She rolled up magazines just to see what her kid did with them! I actually think the way … Read More...
Decorating Gingerbread Houses with Kids
For anyone hesitant to venture into the arduous task of building a gingerbread house with–egads–children (oh, the mess!) check out these ideas and tips, including a nice, long list of ideas for candies to use, on Tinkerlab. Looking for … Read More...
Coffee Cookies and Gingerbread Snowballs
I must have this beautiful deer cookie cutter. I just love it. Find the recipe for coffee cookies, two of my favorite things, HERE at Just My Delicious , with a translation tool in the sidebar. And also check out … Read More...
Elf Christmas Countdown
One of my children’s favorite things to do is put stickers on our Christmas countdown calendar. This elf one is so cute, I think we’ll have to make it for next year! Head on over to Brimful Curiosities for the … Read More...
3 Reindeer Kid Crafts
Reindeer are so magical and are so much a part of getting in the spirit of Santa Claus! Head on over to BabyCenter to make any one or all three of the adorable reindeer crafts! The author is Jamielyn of … Read More...
Kid Friendly Wrapping Paper
With this type of wrapping, kids will enjoy putting it on just as much as ripping the paper off! These wonderful ideas for wrapping presents can be easily done with a little help from a parent. Head on over to … Read More...
Cereal Garland {Kid Craft}
I think this garland looks so sophisticated and yet its made out of cereal! Your children will love stringing this garland while also snacking on a little too! Head on over to Rock UR Party for the simple tutorial.
Holiday Moss Topiaries
If you love topiaries, here’s a fun project to decorate your home. The Rebel Crafter tells us that it’s a bit of a messy project, so be prepared for that when you get started. Here’s the how to over at … Read More...
DIY: felt mistletoe & mistletoe pomander ornament tutorial
Kacey, of “Stay-at-Home artist” has this lovely felt mistletoe tutorial that appears to be a quick and yet stunning project. I have seen many felt mistletoe patterns; but I love this one’s simple elegance. I would say this is … Read More...
Printable Paint Stick Ornaments
Aren’t these adorable? You can make them too! You’ll need some large paint stir sticks and the free printables available from Today’s Fabulous Finds. Get the how to here — Printable Paint Stick Ornaments {Tutorial}.
Angel Pancake Tutorial
Hot Air Balloon Ornament
Inspired by a hot air balloon mobile over at Restoration Hardware, Rena created these fun hot air balloon ornaments for her Christmas tree. Check them out over at The Cheese Thief: How to Make Hot Air Balloon Ornament Tutorial.
Tutorial: Felt house ornament
Cate Anevski guest-posted the tutorial for this adorable house ornament over on whip up. Use your felt scraps, a touch of applique, and a bit of embroidery to create keepsakes for your tree or as gifts for friends. Go … Read More...
Tutorial: Snowflake coasters or ornaments
Laura of Bugs and Fishes riffs on papercut snowflakes with her winter designs that can be used as coasters or ornaments. Follow her tutorial to make a set of your own.
Tutorial: Yoyo ornament
Gerry of Older Rose shows us how she made this simply sweet Christmas ornament with a fabric yoyo as a base. If you aren’t as skilled as Gerry at creating handpainted buttons, you could use any pretty button as the … Read More...
Great idea: Little holiday canvases
Jenny of Stumbles & Stitches used burlap from recycled coffee bags as the background for a set of little Christmas canvases. A little piecing, a little felt and happy fabrics, a few beads–and she has a gift-worthy work that the … Read More...
Tutorial: Stitched Christmas Tree Cards
Kerry from pennydog shows how to make these quick and easy Christmas tree cards. She says it’s the perfect project to learn patchwork – not too intimidating. Get the tutorial.