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“Free Goodies from Heather Trimlett” plus 31 more

“Free Goodies from Heather Trimlett” plus 31 more


Free Goodies from Heather Trimlett

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 09:59 PM PST

Heather Trimlett has always been one of my favorite bead makers out there. She was my inspiration when I began bead making and her meticulous handiwork at the torch keeps me forever inspired. I just received her newest newsletter and had to share with all of you. She’s giving away some tips and tricks and these are coming from a …

Finds: Winter Sculpture

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 07:17 PM PST

So I’m stretching it a bit but these are are all neat winter themed or winter coloured sculpture on Flickr – from the quirky to the whimsical to the lovely.

1. Tea Break, 2. blue fish vase revisited, 3. Frost Fairy Ornament, 4. Ded Moroz and Snegurochka

Tutorial: Getting to know your new sewing machine

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 06:50 PM PST

So you’ve decided you want to learn to sew.  And you’ve got a new (or new to you) sewing machine sitting in front of you.  Amber from Crazy Little Projects has written a post to help you get to know your way around your new sewing machine.  She explains what all those buttons and dials are for, and shows how …

Tutorial: Faux fur infinity scarf

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 06:18 PM PST

Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shows how to make a faux fur infinity scarf.  This would make a great last minute Christmas gift!  Who wouldn’t love a loop of soft faux fur to warm their neck on a cold winter day?  Go to the tutorial.

[photo from Aesthetic Nest]…

Christmas Tree Gift Toppers

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 05:14 PM PST

Christmas Tree Gift Toppers

These adorable gift toppers are made from nature’s craft supplies – twigs! A wonderful decoration for that very special gift this year. Make these with your kids too, an easy family friendly project. Get the tutorial here –>> DIY Christmas Tree Gift Toppers | Fellow Fellow.…

Free pattern: Whimsical Christmas stocking large enough to hold small gifts

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 06:04 PM PST

This whimsical Christmas stocking is sooo awesome!  Kathleen from Grosgrain shares a free pattern and tutorial for making one. She designed the stocking to be large enough (and wide enough at the top) to accommodate larger stocking stuffer presents.  The construction is more involved that most stockings you sew, but the long curly toe and flared shape are worth it.  Go

Tutorial: Sew a skirt for your Elf on the Shelf

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 05:49 PM PST

Hayley from Welcome to the Mouse House whipped up a skirt for the Elf on a Shelf who is causing so much trouble in their house this Christmas season.  She wrote up a tutorial showing how to do it, so if you have an elf living at your house, you can make one, too.  Get the tute.

[photo from Welcome …

Personalize stockings with felt & the falling flakes stocking tutorial

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 03:36 PM PST

Many of us do not have the time, money or interests in making or buying an expensive monogrammed Christmas stocking.  Rachel of “imagine gnats” is sharing her tutorials on how to personalize your falling flakes stocking without breaking out the embroidery supplies. With only scissors, your sewing machine, and a fabric glue stick, it’s easy to add felt names to …

Project: Snowflake Ornament

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 02:28 PM PST

These pretty shiny stamped snowflake accents would make great holiday ornaments, gift tags or even book marks. Find a video tutorial on how to make them using stamps, dies and embossing over on the Stamping Imperfection blog.

-Heather…

Seasonal Band Sampler

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 01:58 PM PST

I love band samplers. You can stitch them all in the same color or mix and match. You can stitch the entire sampler or do the individual bands on towels or for ornaments. There is a myriad of options that you can entertain. And this holiday band sampler from Kincavel Krosses is no exception. There are all sorts of things …

Sparkly Gift Tag Cookies

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 01:23 PM PST

gift tag cookiesOooh, cookies and icing and sparkle, right after my own heart! Find the step-by-step how-tos to cut out and decorate these sparkling, gorgeous holiday gift tag cookies HERE at Le Zoe Musings.…

Wiener Dog Sandwich Cookies

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 12:12 PM PST

Wiener dog Santa cookiesSo freaking cute and perfect and yet they are easy to make. And I don’t even have a wiener dog. Maybe Santa does, though, and I’m sure he’d appreciate you thought of him with these on the plate Christmas Eve. Make Wiener dog molasses sandwich cookies for Christmas HERE at She Knows. And PS. for Wiener dog fans… minus …

Easy Winter Flower Cookies

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 11:26 AM PST

Easy is the way to go at this hectic time of year. Oh, who am I kidding? I always go for easy no matter what time of year. Find the how-tos to decorate these simple winter flower cookies HERE at my other blog, courtesy of the super creative guest poster Katrina of In Katrina’s Kitchen.…

Make Your Own Sleigh Bells

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 10:12 AM PST

Make Your Own Sleigh Bells

Make your very own set of sleigh bells to hang on your door or at the bottom of your staircase. Totally festive, really easy and don’t they look beautiful? Head over to Centsational Girl for the tutorial –>> Centsational Girl » Blog Archive » Sleigh Bells Ring . . ..…

Pesto Crescent Roll Christmas Trees

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 10:01 AM PST

I love these green pesto crescent roll Christmas trees because they are standing. Really. It’s the simple things! Make Christmas tree appetizers HERE at Hungry Happenings.…

How to make recycled cookie cutter ornaments

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 08:44 AM PST

Cookie cutters make great little frames to fill with all sorts of goodies. Pop on over to the blog Simply Me to see the easy tutorial on how to make recycled cookie cutter ornaments and get lots of ideas for things to fill a variety of shapes.…

Christmas Tree Cookie Puzzle

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 08:08 AM PST

Cookie PuzzleYeah, that’s right. Make them work for that cookie!! Assemble the puzzle first, then maybe they can have a small piece. Gosh, I’m a mean mom. Find the how-tos for the cookie puzzle HERE at Things for Boys.…

Beary Merry Christmas Treat Bag Printables

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 08:05 AM PST

And did I mention they were free? These printables for teddy graham snack favors are great for those kids in schools that don’t allow super sugary sweets (ahem, like my daughter’s). Find them HERE at Bear Rabbit Bear Crafts.…

Quick Knit: Boot Toppers

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 08:02 AM PST

boot cuffsIf you’re still looking for something to stitch up for someone for the holidays or a little treat for yourself now that all your holiday knitting is done, why not whip up some cute boot toppers?

These are little almost like legwarmers that are just a few inches long and are usually meant to go under your boot and mostly …

Nontraditional Advent Candles

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 07:50 AM PST

Growing up Catholic, we always had an advent wreath on the dinner table each year. I love that Kristin from Simply Klassic created this advent candle setup sans wreath! It’s very rustic, which I adore. See more here.…

Tutorial: Twine and fabric bow napkin holders

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 06:46 AM PST

Rebekah from Twinkle and Twine guests over at Prudent Baby with a tutorial showing how to make these twine and fabric bow napkin holders.  They’d make a pretty addition to your holiday table.  Get the tute.

[photo from Twinkle and Twine on Prudent Baby]…

Tutorial: Mini snowman softie

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 06:37 AM PST

Onel from Onelmom shows how to make some itty bitty snowman softies.  Look at them all bundled up for the cold in their scarves!! They’d be cute tucked into a mantelscape, hanging from the tree as ornaments, or attached to a present as an extra little giftie.  She uses felt, but I bet you could also use fleece if you …

Tutorial: Quickie luxe faux fur vest

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 06:31 AM PST

Jessica from Me Sew Crazy shows how to make this faux fur vest.  The look is luxe, but it’s actually a quickie project.  She doesn’t finish the edges, so it’s just a matter of cutting the pieces and sewing shoulder and side seams. Get the how-to.

[photo from Me Sew Crazy]…

Tutorial: Asymmetrical bow sash for a little girl’s dress

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 06:25 AM PST

Alida from Alida Makes guest blogs in the Basic Bodice Design series at iCandy Handmade with a tutorial showing how to make an asymmetrical bow sash for a little girl’s dress.   Usually a big bow is found at the back of the dress, but in her version it ties across the front.  Go to her tutorial.

[photo from Alida …

Recycled Holiday Jars

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 05:08 AM PST

Recycled Holiday Jars

This tutorial is for the recycled jar craft, turning fridge throw aways into pretty containers for just about anything. There’s also a link within the post that tells you how to make them into candles –>> Repurposed Jars for the Holidays « Mark Kintzel Design.…

Freebie: Holiday Subway Art

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 06:02 AM PST

Thrifty Finn shares three jolly subway art free printables, perfect for framing or shrink them down for a card front. Click here to download.

-Heather…

Guest Post!! Holiday Favorites from Robin of Bird on a Cake

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 05:21 AM PST

While I’m off in the hospital having a new baby, one of my favorite bloggers, Robin from Bird On a Cake is visiting. I love her sweets! They are always so clever and smart and cute, but somehow re-creatable, too.

 

Hello, Edible Crafts fans! I’m Robin from Bird On A Cake, where I blog all about my cake

Tutorial | Vintage Book Page Tree Ornament

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 05:00 AM PST

Francesca from Musings of a Brisbanite shares all the steps for making this ornament using vintage book pages. Of course you could use newer pages too! Click here to go to the download.…

Using Up Yarn – Or A Christmas ExStringvaganza

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 04:43 AM PST

Here are a few quick ideas for using up you scraps of yarn to make your packages look very special – and unique.  Most need no instruction.  Turn the plainest of paper into the most stylish packages under the tree.  Just grab your scraps of yarn and recreate the looks here.  It wouldn’t hurt to sprinkle a few small crocheted …

Tutorial | Handmade Christmas Card

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 04:00 AM PST

I really like this card from Betty J of Bettys HandWerke. It has a vintage modern feel, and of course you can’t go wrong with a kraft background. Get the details on how to make it here. The blog is in German, but you can use Google Translate.

Holiday Roundup: Celebrate Kwanzaa!

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 03:38 AM PST

The Seven Days of Kwanzaa, an African tradition of celebrating the “first fruits” of the harvest, starts December 26th and ends with a feast and gift-giving. Here are a few ideas for hosting a Kwanzaa celebration.

 

1. You’ll find an entire menu of recipes at The Food Network.

2. You’ll need candles, of course.

3. Make table

Christmas Cupcakes

Posted: 18 Dec 2012 03:09 AM PST

Simple and adorable and so lovely for Christmas, I’m loving these Christmas “pudding” cupcakes made from an inverted cupcake. How very smart. Find the how-tos HERE at Little Inspiration.…

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