Tutorial: Christmas ornament hoop art
Amanda from Jedi Craft Girl shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how you can make this cute Christmas ornament hoop art. She uses Sizzix dies to cut the ornament shapes and letters to … Read More...
As promised I am sharing this year’s countdown calendar. It’s made with these really cool Forbidden Root bottle caps that have beautiful art in the inside and tiny clothes pins all mounted on an embroidery hoop.
As my eyesight has … Read More...
photo credit: Amanda’s Cookn’
During the holidays, spread some cheer with this martini. Amanda at Amanda’s Cookn’ updates a pina colada recipe from the summer and turns it into a winter treat for your guests to enjoy. As always drink … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt holly garland Advent calendar
Emily from Nap Time Creations shows how you can make this holly garland Advent calendar. The leaves button together to create a long garland, one leaf removed per day until the big day is … Read More...
I’ve decided that I’m going to be knitting a lot of scarves this year for the holidays, but it occurs to me that a shawl is quite a lot like a scarf, but a little more fun to knit and … Read More...
photo credit: Easy Peasy Foodie
What do you serve on Christmas? We usually enjoy a lasagna, but growing up we would have ham or roast beef. If you serve ham, this might be a new recipe that you would like … Read More...
8 reasons for using a vintage sewing machine
New sewing machines are nice and shiny and packed with fancy stitches, but I have a soft spot for the older machines. I own several vintage sewing machines and I’m always on … Read More...
photo credit: Family Friends Food
Chanukah or Hanukkah begins December 24th this year. Here is a hot chocolate using chocolate gelt. Gelt is money given as a Chanukah gift. Now you can find chocolate coins to give out as holiday … Read More...
These vintage sewing pattern Christmas ornaments would be so cute on a sewing themed tree! Or perhaps as a gift for a sewing friend. Mark Montano shows how you can make them on his blog Make Your Mark. Vintage patterns … Read More...
The Joy Of Lettering
A creative exploration of contemporary hand lettering, typography & illustrated typeface. This book teaches you how to use typeface with different mediums such as water colors, metallics and even how to create your own hand drawn … Read More...
Fill your house with the smell of Christmas with these easy to make wax melts. These wax tarts can be used as potpourri and placed in small open jars or dishes around the house. Just be sure that no one … Read More...
photo credit: The Decorated Cookie
A snowman gets you through the whole winter season. You and the kids can make these for the holidays or even on a dreary day in January. If you have a Frozen fan, you can … Read More...
I am one of those people who never goes to a salon or beauty place. I will be honest with you, I have 2 reasons.
#1 – I hate being touched by strangers.
#2 – I hate paying ridiculous amounts … Read More...
This pattern is so fun. A new twist on traditional granny! You cane make the scarf / wrap as long or short as you like.
Worked double stranded for warmth and to hold hood shape. Free Crochet Hoodie Pattern.… Read More...
Christmas parties are a highlight of the year that no-one wants to miss out on. But with many people and businesses feeling the pinch, sticking to a budget is essential.
So Partydelights have put together their top money-saving tips for … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew ruffled tree skirt
Think you need to know how to sew to make ruffles? Abby from Sew Much Ado shows how you can make this ruffled tree skirt – with no sewing required! She uses hot glue instead … Read More...
photo credit: Stephanie Lynn
There is nothing like spending time with the family decorating a gingerbread house. If you have a holiday party with kids, I recommend using graham crackers, since some kids don’t like the taste of gingerbread. Stephanie … Read More...
Hide something special inside a card with this lovely Christmas card that has a hidden pocket to tuck a gift card into. Yana Smakula has a video tutorial over on the Hero Arts blog, click here to watch.
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It’s November 30th, which means Christmas countdown calendars and Advent Calendars go live tomorrow! But never fear if you still haven’t set one up. Today I’m sharing six ideas you can use to be ready for December 1st.
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It’s easy to imagine snuggling up with a hot cup of cocoa looking at this quilt. Aptly named “Wrap Yourself in Christmas!” it is Kay Rogers Agee’s entry in the Arkansas Quilters Guild Exhibit going on now at the … Read More...
Ho Ho Ho my recycled teddy bear cookie jars say! With an easy coat of paint with an Testors AirBrainz Airbrush Kit , Mini Powairpod AirBrainz Air Compressor and some free downloadable graphics from below you too can upcycle a … Read More...
Free pattern: Cuffed Christmas stocking
Cat from Mary Martha Mama shares a free pattern for making a basic cuffed Christmas stocking. You can give them any style, from traditional to modern, romantic to novelty, depending on the fabrics you choose. … Read More...
Mix and match and layer different die cut shaped tags and add some stamped images for fun Holiday gift tags. The Capture the Moment blog shares some ideas.
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It’s no secret I love countdown calendars. In fact I will be sharing the one I have made for this year soon. But Daria of the blog Kittenhood sent in a link to hers that I think is just adorable! … Read More...
It feels like it will probably be a long time before we have any snow where I live (though there is a dim chance we might get a little next week!) but it’s still a lot of fun, once the … Read More...
Free pattern: Stay put baby bib
Domenica from Easy Sewing for Beginners shares a free pattern for a baby bib that will stay put on even the squirmiest baby. Because bibs do no good if they don’t cover the shirt! … Read More...
Here’s another good collection of Christmas and New Year themed cross-stitch patterns for you to check out, this time from Alita Designs.
I love the little ornament pictured, but there’s a nice variety of stuff, including a Christmas pudding … Read More...
This is a great idea if you have a little one in the Barbie phase, or even a little one who is in the Barbie phase and also learning to knit. I know my little one (who is still on … Read More...
photo credit: Country Living
Are you getting ready to get in the kitchen and cook and bake some gifts for friends and family this weekend. Here are some additional ideas from Country Living that you might want to try. There … Read More...
I have a healthy stash of scrap buttons, so I’m always looking for a fun way to put them to use. This Christmas tree pendant would be a cute way to use your green buttons! Indygo Junction shares a tutorial … Read More...
photo credit: Kudos Kitchen by Renee
How beautiful does this pie look? A lovely addition to your holiday table. Renee at Kudos Kitchen by Renee gave some holiday cheer to her coconut banana custard pie by adding some holly berries. … Read More...
Create your own Makedo Cardboard Christmas tree these holidays. All you have to do is download the template file from the link below then go to www.make.do for some Makedo cardboard construction tools.
Cardboard Tree Pattern Template… Read More...
Meet the new superstar of gift wrapping, the GoGo™ Gift Bag! The season’s hottest invention allows you to wrap gifts for everyone on your list in minutes.
Erin Borges is a wife, mother, entrepreneur, and all around problem solver. Like most moms, she is constantly thinking about ways to save time and money. Last week Erin launched the GoGo™ Gift Bag, an affordable and easy-to-use timesaver for busy gift-givers everywhere. We had the pleasure of meeting Erin and gave her “15 gifts in 3 minutes” challenge a try. The verdict? It totally works!
With built-in tissue paper, the bag only needs a gift to be complete. It’s easy to use, environmentally friendly, and saves time & money. No need to buy that extra pile of tissue paper to compete your gift.
What can you pack in the GoGo™ Gift Bag? Well, anything! From roller skates to cowboy hats, it all fits and the built in tissue covers the gift completely for those impatient present peepers.
Here are a few of our favorite handmade treats that we will be packing into our GoGo gift bags this holiday season.
Pack and stack your favorite treats in a GoGo! These sweet owl treats are fantastic for a holiday get-together. Prep these hoo hoo-liday cookies ahead of time and stack them in one of the GoGo holiday bottle bags. These are a crowd favorite around the holidays and sure to bring a smile to every one’s face.
Pack your favorite hot chocolate recipe into a GoGo bag with a handful of these homemade marshmallows for a fun DIY recipe to share with your friends. Simple and super fun!
Churros for the holidays? Most definitely! This recipe raises the bar for the all-time favorite sweet treat.
Double thumbs up for our wonderful friend, entrepreneur, and designer of the GoGo™ Gift Bag. Thanks to you, our holiday gift wapping remains delightfully easy. There’s a GoGo™ Gift Bag for every occasion. GoGo’s got you covered for a birthday celebration with the girls, a baby shower bonanza, or just a last-minute gift on-the-go.
This post is sponsored by GoGo™ Gift Bag.
