A roundup of yummy Christmas goodies from our sister site, CraftBits. Click the links for the instructions to make all these candy-filled lolly trees.
1. Find the Cadbury wrapped chocolate tree HERE.
2. Find the topiary HERE.… Read More...
Learn about the Senses with a Fun Christmas Book
This is such a great idea! There are a lot of sensory experiences surrounding the holiday season, so why not make a little five senses book to celebrate them?
The DIY from Life Over Cs includes printables you can use, … Read More...
Tip: How to Adhere Detailed Die Cuts
Detailed die cuts are beautiful but sometimes it can be difficult to figure out how to adhere them to your projects. Scrapbook Adhesives has the perfect solution and that’s adhesive sheets. Apply the adhesive sheets to your paper before you … Read More...
DIY | Make an Advent Calendar with Paper
All you need to make this Advent calendar is green and yellow colored papers, gold star stickers, a wire hanger, some string, and glue. Oh and all the treats that go inside of course!
You’ll learn a neat technique for … Read More...
Great way to cut an old recycled cd
If you like the look of recycled cds but have been intimidated by them as they can be a challenge to cut? Well, pop on over to the blog Make it Easy Crafts to see what tool she came up … Read More...
Tutorial: QAYG Trivets
Curated scraps make these quilted trivets shine like a supermoon. Made by Svetlana of S.O.T.A.K. Handmade, she takes you step-b-step how to make them. To boot, you’ll learn a construction method many quilters embrace, called Quilt As You Go.… Read More...
Freebie: Nutcracker Coloring Page
Get in a festive holiday mood coloring this fun Nutcracker coloring page. I love that is has information on the history and tradition of the Nutcracker. Download it for free from Dover Publications.
-Heather
Great collection of tomato cage Christmas decorations
If you like to make Christmas trees along with the decorations that go on them pop on over to the blog The Keeper of Cherrios for a great collection of tomato cage Christmas tree ideas. Not only are there … Read More...
Creamy Potato Stacks with Garlic, Thyme, and Parmesan
Are you tired of the same old mashed potatoes as a side dish? Give this recipe from Katya at Little Broken for a different and yet elegant version. You could even enjoy this throughout the holidays and even during the … Read More...
Freebie: Holiday Mice Digital Stamp
Dashing through the snow! You can download this super cute Holiday Mice digital stamp for free from Sliekje Digi Stamps. Click here to get it.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps and SVG files? We love using the Design bundle … Read More...
Christmas Treat Ideas for the Kids
Here are some fun treats for the kids to make themselves or for you as a family to make together for the holidays. A great way to enjoy each others company before the craziness of the holiday rush. Toni Roberts … Read More...
Make a Tea Advent Calendar
Here’s a great take on an advent calendar, one filled with tea! To make one you’ll need 24 envelopes are pockets (get some ideas here), number tags, string or baker’s twine, and mini clothespins. Oh and 24 tea … Read More...
Free pattern: Christmas Sock Block
Some say sock, some say stocking. No matter the name this bold quilt block sewn up is sure to bring cheer to your holidays. Designed by Janeen of Art Quilt Designs, she uses a paper piecing method for the … Read More...
How to make cute Rudolph ornaments
If you can believe it I just took down my boxes of Christmas decorations. My plan is that I can sort through and de-stash along with make new projects with my supplies. This Rudolph ornament project is just what I’m … Read More...
Hand Embroidered Christmas Candles
This free pattern has a little bit of a weird when Harry met Sally story that goes with it, but if you scroll down to the bottom of the Christmas story you will see the printable felt pattern. This little … Read More...
Hand Stitched Christmas Tags
We spend a lot of time thinking about the gift but what about the first impression? That moment someone sees the wrapped box for the first time. Take the time to make this years gift wrapping just that little bit … Read More...
Project: Snowman Pop Up Card
Learn how to make a snowy scene pop up card with some adorable snowman stamps and dies from Gerda Steiner Designs. Pop on over to their blog for a video tutorial.
-Heather
Technique: Stitching on Your Stamps
Whether is faux or real, stitching is a trending look in paper crafting right now.. The Create a Smile blog will show you how to pierce cardstock in sections of your stamps so you can sew on them and add … Read More...
Paper ring countdown calendar
I know Halloween was just Monday but I thought I’d post this idea so you would have time to gather up your recycled supplies in time to make this fun paper ring countdown calendar for Christmas. I am thinking I … Read More...
Free Christmas Initial Printables
This Christmas initial printable collection will be a lovely touch for Holiday decor. Select whatever initials you want, and print and frame them for your home. The files are re-sizeable, so you can make them into smaller cards for your … Read More...