Maureen of Maureen’s Vintage Acquisitions embellished this gorgeous crazy-quilt block as part of a round robin. The silk-ribbon wreath just stuns me. How I wish she’d give us a tutorial showing how it was done. Maybe if we all comment … Read More...
Free pattern: Hedgehog ornament
Kalidarling is sharing her pattern for this cute little hedgehog ornament. Go to her flickr post for the link to the download.
Many thanks to Craftzine.com for highlighting this little sweetie.
Tutorial: Felt window ornaments
Megan Noel shares a nifty idea for thoughtful but quick ornaments, good for last-minute decorating or gifts. Fussy-cut little images from fabric prints to peek out through the felt window. Go to the tute.
Self Portrait Ornaments
Are these not beyond adorable?? I absolutely love this unique idea and what great keepsakes these will make. A great family gift idea as well! Get the tutorial at eighteen25: self portrait ornaments.
Tutorial: Embroidered felt gift tags
My old aunties called gift tags “to-froms.” I love these to-froms by Curbly for their stitchy goodness. I love them even more because each has a pocket on the back to hold a gift card or a bit of cash! … Read More...
Licorice Swizzle Stick
It’s the simplest ideas that are the most genius. I love this idea to dress up a cocktail (Christmas, sure, but any old time) with a swirl of red licorice lace. Find the idea HERE at Ladies Home Journal.
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DIY Lego Soap – Great Christmas Gift Idea
Christmas soap does not necessarily have to be about snowmen and candycanes. Kids love Lego with so why not make some lego soap to go in their stocking too!!! These are cool I bet there will be no problem getting … Read More...
Tutorial: Attic Window block
Leah from Quilted Delights shows how to make this traditional quilt block – Attic Window. This is a good choice for fussy piecing. Get the tutorial.
Image credit: Quilted Delights
Last minute gifts | Stitchy 2012 Calendar
If you still need a few more gifts for your friends and family – just one week from Christmas – check out this 2012 Calendar by Wendi Gratz of Shiny Happy World. It’s a digital download you’ll receive via … Read More...
Counting Down to Christmas
The clayers are getting ready for the holidays!
- Check out the gears she made for her steampunk style tree with Fimo!
- The Joyfulhomemaker has begun the Christmas transformation of the local doll house…
- A quick how-to for simple Christmas ornaments
How to make a recycled paper strip ball ornament
This is such a simple yet elegant ornament. I am tickled that Rena sent in a link to her post at The Cheese Thief where she featured a tutorial (along with links to videos) on how to make recycled paper … Read More...
Twelve verses wall hanging by Elefantz
Jenny from Elefantz posted the last verse in her Give Thanks BOM 2011. This small wall hanging combines quilting, applique and embroidery to showcase an optimistic outlook on the world. Go HERE to get the free pattern for Christmas … Read More...
Star Wars Snowflakes
Do you have any Star Wars fans in your house? I grew up watching the old Star Wars series, and these snowflakes would be the perfect thing to introduce all of the characters to my children. Head no over to … Read More...
Footprint Mistletoe Christmas Gift Idea
If you have never been over to Handprint and Footprint Arts and Crafts, and you have little children around, I highly suggest you click on over and take a peek for some wonderful arts and crafts using, you guessed it, … Read More...
Sock Snowmen
I can’t believe I have never seen sock snowmen before. These little guys look like they should be staple holiday decorations in every home. You can see all the little guys the children made over at Art is Basic, … Read More...
Retro quilt kit and vintage fabric | gift ideas
Two fabulous finds – a quilt kit and precut vintage fabric. Out of time for shopping for the quilter in your life? Just print out a photo of whatever you decide to give them. They’ll have fun anticipating the arrival, … Read More...
Snowy Winter Terrarium
This adorable little winter terrarium is made from a fish bowl, bottle brush trees and several other small items. Get the supply list to make your own over at Deeds & Petunia: Snowy Winter Terrarium.
Make it last minute: iPhone Cozy
Sarah from FairyFace Designs shares a last-minute gift idea on her blog. She said her phone cozy is fast and easy to make – a perfect way to burn some scraps too. If you are done with gift giving, make … Read More...
Easy way to make recycled paper tube napkin ring plaecards
Oh these are just fabulous for fall in their natural color but can’t you just see them in Christmas colors with poinsettias or other fun holiday motifs? Read the tutorial on how to make recycled paper tube napkin ring/place cards … Read More...
Driftwood Nautical Christmas Tree
See the construction of this Christmas tree made from driftwood as well as some up close shots of the pretty ornaments. Head over to the space between — Homemade Christmas Tree Finale.
Looking for DIY Christmas tree decorations and … Read More...