Have you started yet? I can’t even think about it yet. That’s not true, I’ve thought about it. Then had some anxiety about my long to-do list. Eek! I wish the day had more hours. Find a free printable for … Read More...
Tutorial: Baby’s Elf Hat and Booties
Amy from Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop Shop and Naptime Crafters shows how to make a Christmas elf hat and booties for baby. This would make such a sweet little outfit for Christmas photos! Get the tute.
[photo from Naptime Crafters]
Prinzel the Christmas Elf
Creepy Christmas to you from Junker Jane. Go to her blog to see more ghastly goodness.
Looking for more Christmas Embroidery Patterns? Check these out on Etsy
Free Hat and Mittens Ornaments
How cute would these be hanging from the tree? or better yet, you know what? Make them in school colors for a local bazaar or fund raiser (just be sure to get permission from the Vintage Umbrella).
Very awesome! And … Read More...
Christmas Gift
Bake Panettone Bread Gifts in a Pringles Can
Remember how much you all loved this idea for baking bread in a Pringles can? Well, Prunille fait son show is back with more Pringles can baking. This time, Panettone bread and a recipe perfected. Find the how-tos HERE.… Read More...
Button Ornaments
Oh! These are just precious. I love these cute little ornaments made from buttons over at Martha Stewart. Be sure to check them out and get the instructions here — Button Ornaments – Martha Stewart Button Ornaments.
Tutorial: Poinsettia coasters
Deborah Schlegel of Art Threads shows us how to make cheery felt-applique poinsettia coasters for our holiday tables. See the tute.
12 Days of Push Pops (1st is Gingerbread)
Yay, more excuses to use your push pop containers
! The Partiologist is embarking on 12 Days of Push Pops ideas, and first up is this adorable “gingerbread” push pop. Find the how-tos HERE at The Partiologist.
Snowman Lollipop Favors
More and more I’m liking these ideas to dress up store-bought lollipops (hmmm, dare I declare a new trend that’s not really new as you crafty, clever people have been doing this forever?). Find the how-tos to turn lollipops into … Read More...
Freebie | Outnumbered Journaling Cards
Avital Gartner from Creativity Prompt prepared a series of numbered journaling cards and other prompts, just perfect for a December Daily Journal. Click here to get all the downloads.
Looking for supplies for journaling? Check these Art, Junk and writing … Read More...
Down the Chimney, Here He Comes!
Framed Button Tree
Here’s a pretty decoration for the holidays that is easy to make and won’t cost much either. Pick out some of your favorite buttons an decorate a felt tree. Head over to Gooseberry Patch for the how and to and … Read More...
Accordion Photo Card
This adorable accordion style card is made from your child’s photos. A wonderful keepsake gift that will be cherished for years. Get the how to from Better Homes and Gardens — Super Quick Gifts to Make.
Christmas Wreath
Woolen Pouches from Martha Stewart
I am going through all my clothing because the Amvets are picking up a BIG load here tomorrow. Being a crafter I always hold onto clothing with materials that I think I can recycle and boy it is hard to … Read More...
More handmade ornaments
Here are more of the cute designs in vintage umbrella‘s handmade ornament series:
Guest Post: Christmas Candle Chandelier
I’ve featured several projects from today’s guest poster. Her name is Connie and she runs the blog Salvage Savvy. I’m excited to share this project with you today, isn’t it beautiful?? I am just smitten with it! Connie is going … Read More...
Peppermint Rice Krispies Treats
It’s the candy cane hook for the rim of your mug that got me with these. Make peppermint Rice Krispies treats HERE at She Wears Many Hats.
Felt-applique hoops for holiday decorating
These little Christmasy hoops by Laura of Bugs and Fishes have me humming winter holiday songs already. I love clean, simple, evocative designs. And the slight twist on traditional colors–the inclusion of lime green–adds to the modern feel. The hoops … Read More...