“Cranberry Christmas Trees” plus 40 more

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• Cranberry Christmas Trees
• DIY Beer Labels
• From A Luxe Moisturiser Into A Beautiful Tan – Eco Tan Invisible Tan – Review
• Ski Lodge quilt block
• Technique: Back basting works for Anina
• Product Review – MR-97 Mold Release from Colour de Verre
• Compass Noel
• Joyeux Noel un Coeur
• Vibrant Cornhusk Wreath
• Have you entered to win?
• Blocking. Why and Why Not!
• Lookie what she made: Overalls from a pants pattern
• Giveaway – More Big Girl Knits
• Tutorial: Fabric napkins with button tie wraps
• Coffee Filter Snowflakes
• Project: Stamped Advent Wreath
• Cornhusk Napkin Rings and Place Cards
• Hot Cocoa Mugs Marshmallows
• Finishing needlepoint ornaments
• Mousse-Filled Chocolate Pilgrim Hats
• Inspiration: little Z handmade
• Ransom Note Cookie Cutters
• Make some monda lovable birdies
• Glittered Pumpkins
• Stitchy Thought for Today
• Sprinkles and Bark Cake
• How to make a tiny paper bead garland
• Thanksgiving Dinner: Resources
• Freebies: 50+ Paper Crafting Templates
• Tutorial: Brown bear pillow softie
• Embroidered leaves in wild array
• Tutorial: Fluffy fabric Christmas wreath
• Tutorial: Child’s handprint turkey softie
• Tutorial: Valentino-inspired studded suede wristlet
• Tutorial: Table runner with knotted fringe
• Tutorial: Denim pompoms
• Tutorial: Ruffled embellished tee
• Christmas Tree Macarons
• Packaging for Brownies and Cupcakes
• Abeeco Bee Venom Mask Review
• A little birdie told me…

Cranberry Christmas Trees Posted: 19 Nov 2011 03:45 AM PST These beautiful little trees are a great decoration for both Thanksgiving and Christmas. Using foam cones and cranberries, you can create an entire forest to display! Head over to Better Homes and Garden for the details — Christmas Cranberry Crafts.

DIY Beer Labels Posted: 19 Nov 2011 04:02 AM PST Brew your own beer? Then you need labels, of course. Design some HERE at Labeley. Look, I made “Robot Beer.” Which, by the way, was purely to test the site. I don’t actually make Robot Beer. Although….  {Thanks to Joy, who submitted the link!}

From A Luxe Moisturiser Into A Beautiful Tan – Eco Tan Invisible Tan – Review Posted: 19 Nov 2011 03:08 AM PST  No matter what time of the year it is we all like to have a healthy glow about our skin. Many people shy away from hanging out at solariums ( YUCK ) and lounging by the pool for hours. I don’t blame them really not only does excessive sun age you but it can lead to a more serious problem…

Ski Lodge quilt block Posted: 18 Nov 2011 08:45 PM PST See Inside the Ski Lodge by whynotsew? and more at Fresh Modern Quilts Flickr.

Technique: Back basting works for Anina Posted: 18 Nov 2011 07:52 PM PST Anina from the twiddletails blog went from discouraged to excited when she found an applique technique that works for her – back basting. Read her full post here. Marjorie at Applique Addict explains how to do it here. Image credit: twiddletails

Product Review – MR-97 Mold Release from Colour de Verre Posted: 18 Nov 2011 05:51 PM PST Today I’m a very lucky girl. I get to test out a couple of products from the kind people over at Colour de Verre. I’ve received a simple round bead mold and some of the MR-97 spray mold release they sell. I love the convenience of this stuff! Nothing better than being able to spray on mold release…

Compass Noel Posted: 18 Nov 2011 05:44 PM PST Lovely stitched up, this compass Noel project is done in red, but would also look nice done in green. I’d also like to see it done up in variegated floss, but that’s because I have a penchant for them! Nab the free pattern and stitch up your own version of the project.

Joyeux Noel un Coeur Posted: 18 Nov 2011 05:39 PM PST From La Marmotte Brodeuse, this heart celebrates Christmas in a joyful way. Get the free chart on her blog. And hey – why not take a moment to say “thanks” for the pattern in the comments?

Vibrant Cornhusk Wreath Posted: 18 Nov 2011 04:00 PM PST This beautiful wreath is constructed from corn husks that have been dyed a beautiful wine red. What a great alternative to the natural color to add a festive touch to your holiday door. Check out the instructions over at Martha Stewart — Cornhusk Wreath.

Have you entered to win? Posted: 18 Nov 2011 04:35 PM PST If you haven’t entered for a chance to win Color, Texture & Casting for Jewelers: Hands-On Demonstrations & Practical Applications, what are you waiting for? The giveaway will end November 23, 2011. Leave a comment at the original post to enter the drawing.

Blocking. Why and Why Not! Posted: 18 Nov 2011 04:34 PM PST Explore the whys and why nots of wet blocking in this post from Simply Dove. Find out how to make this technique work for you.

Lookie what she made: Overalls from a pants pattern Posted: 18 Nov 2011 03:41 PM PST Delia from Delia Creates joins in the Once Upon a Thread series at No Big Dill with an outfit inspired by the book, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie.  In this book, the mischevious mouse wears a pair of overalls.  She adapted a basic pants pattern to create the overalls, and…

Giveaway – More Big Girl Knits Posted: 18 Nov 2011 03:21 PM PST Come on gals, show off your curves with these awesome designs for the plus sized knitter! Not only do we have patterns here, but adaptations, to make these designs fit your particular brand of curves. Well, there’s socks too. Find out what kinds of yarns to use, where to put (and where NOT to put) colorwork, cables and other techniques.…

Tutorial: Fabric napkins with button tie wraps Posted: 18 Nov 2011 03:02 PM PST Sew4Home shows how to make a set of fabric napkins with button tie wraps.  They showcase them as part of a festive Thanksgiving table, but these would be a sophisticated addition to a tablescape year round.  Get the how-to. [photo from Sew4Home]

Coffee Filter Snowflakes Posted: 18 Nov 2011 01:00 PM PST I have to say I was pretty surprised when I read that these snowflake ornaments were made from coffee filters! Thanks go out to Meg for sending me this link. Get the tutorial over at Mega•Crafty — Snowflake Ornaments.

Project: Stamped Advent Wreath Posted: 18 Nov 2011 01:09 PM PST There She Goes stamps shares a very clever take on an advent calendar, it’s a stamped wreath, how cute! Find directions here on their blog. -Heather

Cornhusk Napkin Rings and Place Cards Posted: 18 Nov 2011 10:00 AM PST Martha Stewart’s creative team brings us these lovely little flower napkin rings that are actually made from corn husks! I never would have guessed! Head over to MarthaStewart.com to get the instructions — Cornhusk Napkin Rings and Place Cards.

Hot Cocoa Mugs Marshmallows Posted: 18 Nov 2011 10:43 AM PST I actually thought to myself, in my head, “hee hee hee” when I spotted these. Find the how-tos to make hot chocolate mug marshmallows HERE at Lemon Drop.

Finishing needlepoint ornaments Posted: 18 Nov 2011 10:07 AM PST Laura of Two-Handed Stitcher tells us a bit about how she finished these lovely needlepoint ornaments. Go to her blog post for the details.

Mousse-Filled Chocolate Pilgrim Hats Posted: 18 Nov 2011 09:34 AM PST I stuck my face right up to my computer screen, not believing these were edible given the total perfection. And yet, from the step-by-step photos, I think I can actually make these. Find the how-tos to make mousse-filled chocolate pilgrim hats HERE at Hungry Happenings.

Inspiration: little Z handmade Posted: 18 Nov 2011 09:06 AM PST Too sweet for words. See more at little Z handmade blog.

Ransom Note Cookie Cutters Posted: 18 Nov 2011 08:46 AM PST Now I’m thinking of all the cool stuff I could steal from my friends if only I had these cookie cutters… Find them HERE on ThinkGeek. {spotted on Incredible Things}

Make some monda lovable birdies Posted: 18 Nov 2011 08:05 AM PST I’m a huge fan of Spoonflower, the web-based company that lets you print short runs of fabric of your own design. I seldom blog about it, though, because it’s more about sewing than needlework. But this rockin design by monda loves has huge possibilities. Imagine: Embellish these adorable birdies with embroidery, sequins, beads…whatever you can imagine. Then cut…

Glittered Pumpkins Posted: 18 Nov 2011 07:00 AM PST Pretty glittered pumpkins that use copper spray paint and glitter. A quick and easy project for a festive Thanksgiving tablescape or centerpiece! See it at Megan’s Cookin’ — {Martha Monday) Glittered Pumpkins!.

Stitchy Thought for Today Posted: 18 Nov 2011 07:46 AM PST This design comes from Kincavel Krosses – Cross Stitch and Blackwork designs by Lady Kell of Kincavel. Not only is it her usual amazing design work, it is free, and it is a great thought for the day!Find the free chart and while you are at it, stop by and say thanks for the chart in the comments in…

Sprinkles and Bark Cake Posted: 18 Nov 2011 07:41 AM PST Decorating a cake with sprinkle-y chocolate bark is a stroke of genius in my eyes. Find the recipe  HERE at Spicy Ice Cream.

How to make a tiny paper bead garland Posted: 18 Nov 2011 07:22 AM PST I love paper beads and I am always looking for new ways to use them. Krish sent in a great link to the blog Decorating and Cooking for Christmas where there is a great tutorial on how to use paper beads to make a tiny garland that works great to embellish a Christmas card.

Thanksgiving Dinner: Resources Posted: 18 Nov 2011 07:21 AM PST OK folks, I’m making an exception to the rules of Edible Crafts today.  I rarely post on recipes that aren’t “crafty” (which means no matter how great your pumpkin pie or stuffing  or plum pudding or cornbread is, it’s not likely to end up here, it just doesn’t fit my category), but this is one of those rare moments where…

Freebies: 50+ Paper Crafting Templates Posted: 18 Nov 2011 06:08 AM PST Over the years Stamping and Company publications have shared free templates in their magazines. Recently I discovered they have gathered them all together on line in one convenient place. Click here and you can download and print over 50 different free templates for paper crafting, from unique card shapes, boxes, bookmarks and more! -Heather

Tutorial: Brown bear pillow softie Posted: 18 Nov 2011 06:05 AM PST Melanie from Sew Rugged at bear rabbit bear guest blogs at Sugar Bee Crafts with a tutorial for making a bear pillow softie.  It’s part pillow, part softie, and all kinds of cute. Get the tutorial. [photo from Sew Rugged at bear rabbit bear on Sugar Bee Crafts]

Embroidered leaves in wild array Posted: 18 Nov 2011 06:03 AM PST I love Anja Rieger‘s brain. Bits of raw-edge applique combined with her machine-embroidery designs. The intentional, slightly off-register look comes across as both modern and organic. Brilliant. Go to her blog post for the link to her new Wild Leaves collection. Ed. note: Anja Rieger neither requested nor compensated this post.

Tutorial: Fluffy fabric Christmas wreath Posted: 18 Nov 2011 05:51 AM PST Quilt Inspiration shows how to make this lovely fabric wreath to decorate a door or window at Christmas.  The wreath is made from small strips of fabric that are pleated and stitched before being wrapped around the wreath. It looks nice from the front or the back, so if you hang it on a window there won’t be an ugly backside of the wreath showing…

Tutorial: Child’s handprint turkey softie Posted: 18 Nov 2011 05:45 AM PST Bella Dia shows how to make a keepsake Thanksigiving project – a turkey softie with a body traced around your child’s hand.   What a cute idea!  It’s like a 3-D version of the turkey pictures we used to draw from tracings of our hands.  Get the tutorial. [photo from Bella Dia] [via Sew Country Chick]

Tutorial: Valentino-inspired studded suede wristlet Posted: 18 Nov 2011 05:17 AM PST Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation shows she recreated the look of a Valentino studded suede wristlet, but for a fraction of the cost.  Her suede came from an old skirt, so the materials cost next to nothing.  Get the tutorial. [photo from Inspiration & Realisation]

Tutorial: Table runner with knotted fringe Posted: 18 Nov 2011 05:08 AM PST Design*Sponge shows how to make a table runner with knotted fringe at the ends.  The table runner is made from a single piece of fabric, hemmed with mitered corners.  The ends are finished with a beautiful knotted fringe.  Get the tutorial. [photo from Design*Sponge]

Tutorial: Denim pompoms Posted: 18 Nov 2011 05:02 AM PST I want all of my Christmas presents to look like this! Zakka Life shows us a cool way to make pompoms from old denim. Pretty and environmentally aware! See her tute.

Tutorial: Ruffled embellished tee Posted: 18 Nov 2011 05:00 AM PST Jessica from Teacher Gone Crafty shows how to create one embellished tee out of two plaint t-shirts.  She cut one t-shirt up into strips and added them as ruffled embellishments on the second tee.  To get fabric that matches perfectly, do like she did and buy two matching shirts.  Get the tutorial. [photo from Teacher Gone Crafty]

Christmas Tree Macarons Posted: 18 Nov 2011 04:43 AM PST It’s been ages upon ages since I posted on a clever macaron (see? lemons in June). Is this trend no longer a trend? I hope not. Prunille fait son show to the rescue. Check out these Christmas tree macarons.

Packaging for Brownies and Cupcakes Posted: 18 Nov 2011 04:38 AM PST This cello, cardstock, sticker combo is so easy and practical for packaging and presenting sweets smush-free. Duh moment on my end. Find the tip HERE at The Polka-Dot Umbrella.

Abeeco Bee Venom Mask Review Posted: 18 Nov 2011 04:20 AM PST You  probably  remember hearing all the “Buzz” about  Abeeco Bee Venom Mask in the press especially with the not so recent wedding of Kate Middleton to Prince William. I got to thinking if Kate Middelton, Victoria Beckham, Gwyneth Paltrow, The Duchess Of Cornwall, Danni Minogue & Michelle Pfeiffer  are all using it ……. well than so am I. Let…

A little birdie told me… Posted: 18 Nov 2011 04:01 AM PST Holy mackeroly! A teeny bird nest pocket with a tiny bird inside! Leave it to Aimee Ray to create something so adorable. See more at her little dear tracks blog. Ed. note: Aimee Ray neither requested nor compensated this post.

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