Should you shop on Thanksgiving?
By Shellie Wilson on Nov 19, 2014 10:55 am 
Did you know that Costco doesn’t open on Thanksgiving day? To me, it seems like the right thing to do. Thanksgiving is all about family and spending time with your loved ones.
You can give shopping a break on at least … Read More...
Continue Reading » Portland Statues Get Knits for the Holidays
By Sarah White on Nov 19, 2014 10:47 am 
There’s a lot to love about Portland, Ore., not the least of which is the thriving fiber arts scene. Knitters and crocheters are making themselves known in a big way this holiday season with a revolving yarn bombing of the … Read More...
Continue Reading » 50 recipes from 50 states to celebrate Thanksgiving
By Vikram Goyal on Nov 19, 2014 10:45 am 
Being in a country as big as United States, it is no surprise that there are multiple ways to celebrate Thanksgiving. A major part of the celebration, is of course, the food.
The New York Times has put together a unique … Read More...
Continue Reading » Beautiful Christmas Centerpieces
By Larissa Coleman on Nov 19, 2014 10:30 am 
The Christmas season is by far one of my favorite holidays to celebrate, and decorate for. I love the lights, the colors, the music, and the smells. I also love entertaining and the Holidays are the perfect time to gather … Read More...
Continue Reading » Let Freedom Ring – Charity Purchase
By Shellie Wilson on Nov 19, 2014 10:00 am 
I am not going to pretend to know much about this charity or there cause. But I do know this – If you buy this ring for $26 and $13 from every sale goes directly to help rescue people from … Read More...
Continue Reading » 12 Thanksgiving Patterns
By Shellie Wilson on Nov 19, 2014 10:00 am 
You still have time to crochet your way into your families hearts with these adorable patterns for your table. Fiber Flux has gathered 12 patterns that will leave your friends and family truly thankful. Thanksgiving Crochet Patterns.… Read More...
Continue Reading » Freebie: Gift Card Holder
By Heather Holbrook on Nov 19, 2014 09:01 am 
Treat someone special this holiday season with a gift card to their favorite place to shop and you can add a special touch with a hand made gift card holder. The Joyful Daisy blog has a free gift card holder template to … Read More...
Continue Reading » Velcro Dart Board
By Sherri Osborn on Nov 19, 2014 09:00 am 
Sometimes it is great just to make something that is fun to play with, like this easy-to-make velcro dart board (although, if you want to get technical, kids can work on gross motor skills and hand-eye coordination while playing it). … Read More...
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Spool of thread Christmas ornament
By Anne Weaver on Nov 19, 2014 10:03 am 
Tutorial: Spool of thread Christmas ornament
Sachiko from Tea Rose Home shows how she made these lovely thread spool Christmas ornaments. The thread that wraps around them is made from twisted scraps of fabric. She used scraps of Liberty of London … Read More...
Continue Reading » DIY Galaxy Clock
By Katie Smith on Nov 19, 2014 06:47 am .jpg?resize=640%2C427)
This year I was part of the 4th Annual Handmade Holidays Blog Hop on my own blog, Punk Projects. The hop gathered over 100 creative blogger friends in the craft industry to bring you a plethora of inspiring gift ideas … Read More...
Continue Reading » Tutorial: 10-Minute Wine Bag
By Anne Weaver on Nov 19, 2014 08:33 am 
Tutorial: 10-Minute Wine Bag
Maggie from Smashed Peas and Carrots shares a tutorial at Riley Blake Designs showing how you can make this wine bag in just 10 minutes. But just because it’s a quick project doesn’t mean it’s not … Read More...
Continue Reading » Freebie |Mini Thankful Cards & Envelopes
By Francine Clouden on Nov 19, 2014 08:00 am 
I love this take on Thankful Cards by A Joyful Riot. After making note of what each person is thankful for, seal the notes up on an envelope and keep to look at the following year. It will … Read More...
Continue Reading » Tutorial | Quick DIY Santa
By Francine Clouden on Nov 19, 2014 07:00 am 
Craft up some adorable Santas for gift bags, Christmas cards, gift tags or scrapbook page embellishments. get all the deets at Kate’s Creative Space. You’ll need mainly cardstock and glue. Kate’s four year old helped her with these, so this … Read More...
Continue Reading » 12 Autumn Scrapbook Page Ideas
By Francine Clouden on Nov 19, 2014 06:00 am 
Get 12 awesome ideas for scrapbooking Autumn from SuzyQScraps. Suzy gives suggestions for background papers, embellishments and other fall themed ideas for using on your pages. Plus a list of great titles for your layouts.
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Continue Reading » Winner: Animal Kingdom: Color Me, Draw Me
By Stefanie Girard on Nov 18, 2014 11:44 pm 
Congratulations go out to Pauline P. of Victoria, British Columbia Canada she is the winner of Animal Kingdom: Color Me, Draw Me.… Read More...
Continue Reading » Pressed Flower Beads How-To
By Elaine Robitaille on Nov 18, 2014 11:23 pm 
I am a sucker for fun beads and Rebekah Payne’s beads are just my type of thing. Even better, she shares her bead making as with this tutorial. These make clever, organic textured beads. You could use any texture, … Read More...
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Easy felt pilgrim hats
By Anne Weaver on Nov 18, 2014 09:37 pm 
Melinda from Dahlhart Lane shows how you can make these quick and easy felt pilgrim hats for Thanksgiving. Her tutorial shows how to make a tall hat for the boys and a bonnet for the girls.
Click below to go … Read More...
Continue Reading » Tutorial: How to make a scalloped valance
By Anne Weaver on Nov 18, 2014 08:36 pm 
Tutorial: How to make a scalloped valance
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how you can make a scalloped valance for your window. This would be especially pretty in a kitchen window, or perhaps in a little … Read More...
Continue Reading » Free pattern: Fruity Christmas Stockings
By Anne Weaver on Nov 18, 2014 07:36 pm 
Free pattern: Fruity Christmas Stockings
How cute are these Fruity Christmas Stockings? Cintia from My Poppet created them, and she shares a free pattern for the on her blog. It would be so fun to make up a set of … Read More...
Continue Reading » DIY: Add a Pop of Color to Your Winter Wardrobe—Learn How to Needle-Felt Shapes to Woolen Clothes
By Linda Lanese on Nov 18, 2014 06:46 pm 
Catherine Winter-Hébert joined Inhabitat after spending the last decade working as a writer and event guru for non-profit/eco organizations and lives in Quebec. She is sharing her complete tutorial “Learn How to Needle-Felt Shapes to Woolen Clothes”! Catherine has a … Read More...
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Girls ruffled leg warmers
By Anne Weaver on Nov 18, 2014 04:42 pm 
Angelina from JoJo and Eloise guest blogs at U Create with a tutorial showing how to make a pair of girls ruffled leg warmers. They’ll keep your little girl’s legs warm when she wears a skirt or dress on a … Read More...
Continue Reading » Felt Icicle Christmas Ornaments
By Linda Lanese on Nov 18, 2014 04:09 pm 
American Felt and Craft has the most adorable in beautiful icicles to make and just add a few sequins to bling your tree. These are all hand sewn so no sewing machines necessary. Use them as gift toppers and those … Read More...
Continue Reading » Quick and easy table runner
By Scarlett Burroughs on Nov 18, 2014 01:52 pm 
Remona from The Stitching Scientist is determined to keep things simple decorating for the holidays. Her secret weapon is a pack of charm squares. She explains they come themed and coordinated so designing is a snap. Plus, they are pre-cut squares, so … Read More...
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Cathedral Window pillow cover
By Scarlett Burroughs on Nov 18, 2014 01:15 pm 
Generous sewist Deby, of So Sew Easy, is giving back to the online community with a tutorial that shows how she made this Cathedral Window pillow cover (aka a cushion cover). What she finds so lovely using the Cathedral Window … Read More...
Continue Reading » 46 ideas for decorating and crafting with string and rope lights
By Stefanie Girard on Nov 18, 2014 01:12 pm 
Just in time for the holidays the fine peeps at Buzzfeed have done what they do best – create a list that is packed full of 46 amazing ideas for crafting and decorating with string lights and rope lights. … Read More...
Continue Reading » Wool People 8 is Here
By Sarah White on Nov 18, 2014 12:09 pm 
Wool People 8, the collection from Brooklyn Tweed, was released today and it’s full of designs for pullovers, cardigans, hats and shawls that will keep you warm and cozy through the winter. The inspiration was knits for cabin living, with … Read More...
Continue Reading » Giveaway: Fa La La Felt Stocking Kit
By Pam Pedersen on Nov 18, 2014 01:49 pm 
The Christmas bug has bitten me early this year. I have been playing Christmas music, watching the Hallmark Channel’s Christmas movies and planning my decorations. Since I am so excited about the holidays, I thought I would share the spirit and … Read More...
Continue Reading » Tutorial: Pom pom pillows
By Anne Weaver on Nov 18, 2014 01:04 pm 
Tutorial: Pom pom pillows
Leesa from Makers Society shows how you can make this throw pillow with colorful pom poms at each corner. The big fluffy pom poms make me happy! The pillow is fast to sew up, and you … Read More...
Continue Reading » DIY – Belt Wrap Bracelets
By Shellie Wilson on Nov 18, 2014 12:00 pm 
Before you hit those Black friday sales check out this tutorial. Next time your rummaging in the $1 bin and there is odds and ends of belts that are too small or too thin GRAB THEM. This tutorial was made … Read More...
Continue Reading » Video tutorial: Flaxseed heating pads, plus printable gift tags
By Anne Weaver on Nov 18, 2014 11:34 am 
Video tutorial: Flaxseed heating pads, plus printable gift tags
Jami from An Oregon Cottage shares a video tutorial for making a flaxseed heating pad. They make great gifts! At some point, everyone needs a little heat whether it’s because of a … Read More...
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