Folk artist and quilter Jude Hill from Spirit Cloth teaches an online class called Patchwork Beasts-Video series #2. She even has it on special for the holidays. Here’s what she covers:
… Read More...Introduction- about my work, and the beast as
Winter Wonderland in a Mosaic
A little more winter wonderland for us – where I am, the Christmas holidays are usually cold if not snowy (and often both!) Polymer clayers make the cutest wintry items!
1. Violet-blue snow, 2. Christmas Tree Ornaments earrings, … Read More...
Recycling ideas to keep in mind when receiving “bad gifts”
I am posting this before the onslaught of gift swapping ensues because I bet it will keep a smile on your face and avoid awkward moments we all have experienced when receiving a gift that lets just say misses the … Read More...
Candy Bar Reindeer and Penguin Pops
These reindeer pops just make me chuckle for the cuteness. I think it’s the dangling legs. Turn candy bars and other store-bought candies into reindeer on sticks HERE at the Dollhouse Bake Shoppe and penguins on a stick HERE.… Read More...
Christmas Tutorial Advent felt Peppermint Star
Here is another darling holiday tutorial “Christmas Advent felt Peppermint Star” from Stephanie of “Toastie Studio”! Stephanie is has posted her 8th day of Advent, a button wreath. She is sharing her 7th Advent the felt star, so be sure … Read More...
Project: Swivel Gift Tag
This is such a cute and clever idea for a gift tag. I spotted this fun swivel tag over on the Waltz Mouse blog, click on the link for directions.
-Heather
Christmas Tree Alphabet 2
Washi Tape and North Pole Cupcakes
Through this blog, I’ve learned about the bestest invention ever after television: Washi tape (Japanese decorative tape). I’ve seen quite a few examples of late, and I am now hooked on its benefits. I’ll never laboriously paint stripes on lollipop … Read More...
Joyous Noel Blocks
Christmas Tree Alphabet Pattern 1
Being Together
Gumball Christmas Trees
This gumball Christmas tree topiary with a mountain of mini marshmallow snow is so super easy to make! This one has a Styrofoam base, but I bet you could also make these cupcake toppers. Adorable. Find the how-tos HERE at … Read More...
Tutorial: Fabric and burlap photo ornaments
Maggie from Midwestern Sewing Girl guest blogs in the 12 Days of Handmade Ornaments series at Sew Woodsy with a tutorial showing how to make a stitched photo ornament. A printed photo is stitched on to colorful fabric and burlap … Read More...
Tutorial: Mrs. Claus Christmas apron
Jessica from Me Sew Crazy guest blogs over at Sumo’s Sweet Stuff with a tutorial showing how to make a Mrs. Claus apron. She uses the free Saily Away pattern from No Big Dill but shows how to adapt it … Read More...
Card making Project: Pocket Card
Shari Carroll from Hero Arts has a great video showing how to make these fun pocket cards, perfect for tucking in a gift card or cash.
-Heather
Cookie and Candy Snow Globes
No muss no fuss, whip up some edible snow globes made from store-bought cookies and candy HERE at Sweet Simple Stuff.
Kevin Murphy – Colour Bug – Great Tween Christmas Idea
I remember coming home with pink hair when I was 15 and having my mum flip out!!! Lets face it we’ve all rebelled or tried something different at some point in our life. You like pink and want it for … Read More...
Time to get recycled Chriatmas crafting
Kathi really had some time on her hands….literally! She sent in a link to her blog BitsyPieces where she posted a whole bunch of clocks made out of all sorts recycled elements. She also got really creative where she found … Read More...
Roundup in the Online Clay Universe
- One thing to definitely take a gander at is the flip book samples of The Polymer Arts magazine
- Did you win this month’s PCAGOE challenge prize? Have a look!
- Don’t forget to enter PCC’s monthly challenge. The deadline
Molly’s Sketchbook: Felt Baby Shoes
How adorable are these tiny shoes for baby. I could not resist sharing Molly’s narrative. “I think it’s lovely to welcome a little one into the world surrounded by thoughtful handmade gifts, and these itty-bitty boots are just the ticket … Read More...