Oh, the cuteness! Hillary Lang of Wee Wonderfuls shows us how to make Tomten ornaments from little socks. Go to her tute.
Tutorial: Gingerbread house ornament
I’m loving this little Stashbustin’ Ornament from The Trouble with Crafting. Just imagine the embellishment possibilities for wee gingerbread houses. Go to Troublet’s blog post for the pattern and tutorial.
Snowman Push Pops, and 11 More
Remember allllll the way back to November (seems so long ago now), when I mentioned the 12 Days of Push Pops going on at The Partiologist? And all I had to share then were these cutie gingerbread guys? … Read More...
Christmas Present Advent Calendar
I love this advent calendar made from miniature Christmas presents! What a great idea, one of the more unique advents I have seen. Check it out at Creation Corner: Christmas Present Advent Calendar.
Event: Occupy Your Sewing Room
Barbara from Cat Patches is hosting a sewing event called Occupy Your Sewing Room. Finish up Christmas gifts, blog about it, then join the Linky party. Prizes to follow. Get details here.
Via Rose Prairie Quilts and Farm who … Read More...
Tutorial: Love Where You Live Ornament
Chris from Pickup Some Creativity shares how she made these adorable ornaments as part of Gwenny Penny’s Haul Out the Holly event. What a perfect gift for someone far from home this holiday season. Go HERE or HERE to get … Read More...
Washi Tape Gift Wrap Ideas
Here are some inspirational ideas to turn wahi tape into gift wrap embellishments! Dress up plain paper packages using this pretty tape. Thanks to Meaghan, our edible crafts editor, for passing this on to me! Washi Tape Gift Wrap … Read More...
Felt Christmas Cookies Tutorial
Dannyelle of “Life is a party” is a stay-at-home mom of two girls and they live in Toronto in Ontario. One day she wants to return to teaching but for now she enjoys being home with her girls. Her little … Read More...
Tutorial: Pieced candy cane bunting
Maggie fromSmashed Peas and Carrots shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a fun candy cane bunting. The candy canes are pieced from red and white cotton prints, and hang from a length of jumbo ric … Read More...
Santa Claus Craft: Book Craft
I just read Yes, Virginia, There is a Santa Claus by Chris Plehal, and this craft is a perfect ‘book craft’ match! The Christmas Season is such a great time to make memories with your children. Don’t get too busy … Read More...
Juice Top Photo Ornaments
Here’s a beautiful twist on the age old juice can lid ornament. These are elegant and “today” and make a great keepsake gift. Get the how to over at The Crafting Chicks — {Sassy Juice Top Photo Ornaments}.
25 Days of DIY Food Gifts from Chow
If you’ve been obsessively hunting down edible gift ideas, Chow has their very own teaser. It’s an Advent Calendar of DIY holiday food gifts. Click on each day to see the how-tos. It really is a teaser, too, you … Read More...
Inspiration: LimeRiot
Panta!!! LimeRiot posted the cutest holiday stitchery so far this season over on Craftster. Just check out that candy-cane bamboo! Go to her Craftster post.
And many thanks to Faster Kittykill! Blog! Blog! for sharing this find.
Painted Burlap Christmas Tree
When I first saw this I thought it was a fun idea. When I took a closer look I fell in love with it. Why? Take a look for yourself. See who did the painting. I just love it. 🙂 … Read More...
Tutorial: Gingerbread Men Embroidered Apron
Lark Crafts shares a free tutorial for making the Gingerbread Men Embroidered Apron. This project is an excerpt from the eBook Pretty In Patchwork: Holidays. Get the tutorial.
They’re also giving away a bundle of sewing books filled … Read More...
Tutorial: Twinkle Toes! sequined Christmas stocking
Bridgit from Wag Doll shares a tutorial for making her Twinkle Toes! Christmas stocking that’s all sparkle and fabulousness. The stocking is made from sequined fabric, with a shiny satin lining. Love! Get the tute.
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Snowman Cello Bag Treats
All you need is some Sharpies, cello bags and donuts. How so very clever to decorate the packaging instead of the treats themselves. Learn to make snowman cello bag treats HERE at the Celebration Shoppe blog.
Project: Stamped Clay Ornaments
These stamped clay ornaments are really lovely. Find complete how to directions over at the Pine is Here blog.
-Heather
Gifts on the Fly: Patchwork scarf by Loralei
Wow, this scarf is gorgeous. Loralei from Whimsical Mermaid shows how she made it as part of her Gifts on the Fly series. Get the know-how, go to the tutorial.
Image credit: Whimsical Mermaid
Christmas Blue Tree Display
This beautiful display of trees is made from thrifted sweaters and recycled fabric. I love the felt wreath above it all, and the beautiful Christmas blue is stunning. Check it out at Wise Craft — value village & savers holiday … Read More...