Happy Holidays!
Monday, December 23, 2013
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I whipped up this fun little Misako Mimoko crafty project in less than an hour. All handstitched no less! Get this DIY Peekabo Reindeer Socks tutorial from Handmade Charlotte.
What last minute Christmas craft projects have you been making?
Sunday, December 22, 2013
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Santa thinks a little zipline adventure is more exciting than hanging from a Christmas tree. Let's zip away to Christmas Day!
Saturday, December 14, 2013
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Image from Party Pinching |
Christmas ain't Christmas without gingerbread cookies, cakes and confections! For those pressed for time, this No-Bake Gingerbread Head Cookie recipe from Party Pinching is the perfect alternative to homemade gingerbreadmen cookies.
Party Pinching also has other cute food ideas to try. Give them a spin today!
Thursday, December 12, 2013
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Images from Meri Meri |
Make the yuletide season very meri meri and bright! Decorate the Christmas table with festive and whimsical party supplies, baking accessories and more from the Meri Meri shop.
P.S. You may want to decorate your computer deskstop too with playful Meri Meri backrounds. :)
Monday, December 09, 2013
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Image from A Subtle Revelry |
Looking for more Christmas ideas? Explore A Subtle Revelry's holiday ideabook for stunning craft projects, decorating and gift giving DIY projects.
Make it a great weekend!
Friday, December 06, 2013
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There are lots of clothespin angel tutorials out there but this version is probably the simplest and the easiest. A bit of cupcake wrapper and fabric/washi tape are all you need to create these simple but sweet Christmas tree ornaments.
SWEETLY SIMPLE CLOTHESPIN ANGELS
Materials:
- Wooden clothespins
- Cupcake wrapper
- Fabric or washi tapes
- Ornament wire hanger
- Glue gun and glue stick
1. Fold a cupcake wrapper into half. Scrunch the middle portion to form "wings."
2. Wrap the upper portion of the wooden clothespin with a piece of fabric or washi tape.
3. Wind a piece of ornament wire into the center of the cupcake wrapper wing.
4. Using a glue gun, attach the wing to the upper portion of the clothespin angel.
5. Voila, your clothespin angel is ready to hang on the tree!
Wednesday, December 04, 2013
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Create a little winter wonderland with Moodkid's festive DIY holiday printable. So cute for cake and Christmas decor crafts.
Have a wonderful week!
Tuesday, December 03, 2013
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“The light of the Christmas star to you. The warmth of home and hearth to you. The cheer and goodwill of friends to you. The hope of a child-like heart to you. The joy of a thousand angels to you. The love of the Son and God's peace to you.”
― Sherryl Woods, An O'Brien Family Christmas
Sunday, December 01, 2013
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Make your holiday presents, baked goodies and handmade sweets look extra special with Zü blog's special gift wrapping tutorial and free printable set download. Visit the DIY link here. Have a happy weekend!
Friday, November 29, 2013
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C is for cute Christmas magazines |
Don't you just love all the cute Christmas magazines that crop up this time of year? One particularly cute magazine that caught my eye is Heart Handmade UK's Christmas online magazine Merry Makings. True to its name, the magazine is filled with glorious holiday projects and inspiration that will turn you into one busy Christmas elf.
Check out the magazine here in all its digital glory. Now back to my Christmas craft room. See you later.
Thursday, November 28, 2013
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'Tis the season to be jolly. Fa la la la la la la la la!
Decorate your wall or Christmas tree with your favorite Christmas carol! Just follow the easy-peasy tutorial below. Happy making!
HOLIDAY DIY: CHRISTMAS CAROL ORNAMENT
Materials:
- Small embroidery hoop
- Muslin cloth
- Pentel fabric pastel crayons
- Alphabet rubber stamps
- Inkpad
- Ribbon
- Twine
Directions:
1. On a piece of muslin cloth, handstamp the title or lyric of your favorite Christmas carol. Decorate the edges with Chistmas themed designs using Pentel fabric pastel crayons.
2. Tightly press the cloth between the embroidery hoop. Trim the edges using pinking shears.
3. Embellish with matching ribbon.
Wednesday, November 27, 2013
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Images from Teaspoon Vintage on Big Cartel |
Teaspoon Vintage is a sweet little boutique on Big Cartel that offers vintage inspired knick knacks and decorative gifts with a French flair. Truly a perfect place to shop for the tea lover or the little romantic in your life. The shop is based in Singapore but it ships worldwide!
Monday, November 25, 2013
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Images from Snapfish by hp |
Thinking of a themed Christmas party? Snapfish by HP has an adorable Christmas party printable collection that's guaranteed to spice up your holiday set-up. Just print and party away!
Happy Friday!
Friday, November 22, 2013
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Image from Handmade Charlotte |
I love all the DIY projects on Handmade Charlotte, a DIY site that I consider a personal favorite. One of the cutest Christmas projects in the site is this colorful printable holiday village project that's reminiscent of Childhood drawings. Assorted recycled jam jars and bottles are utilized as props to create a wonderful Christmas village centerpiece.
See the tutorial here.
Tuesday, November 19, 2013
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Print your own miniature Christmas tree courtesy of Canon Creative Park. Have fun! May you have a great week ahead.
Monday, November 18, 2013
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Don't throw those carton boxes just yet. You can turn them into some yummy and spicy looking Christmas tree ornaments.
DIY HOMEMADE CARDBOARD GINGERBREAD BOYS
Materials:
- Corrugated cardboard recycled from carton box
- White yarn
- Glue
- Gingham ribbon
- Tiny colored wooden beads
- Nylon string
- Brown and white poster paint
Directions:
1. From a piece of carton cardboard, cut out several gingerbread boy shapes using a cookie cutter.
2. Paint edges of the cardboard gingerbread boys with brown poster paint for a golden brown cookie effect. Using clear all-purpose glue,outline the cardboard shapes with white yarn to create a royal icing effect. Let dry.
3. Paint details such as eyes and mouth. To dress up your gingerbread boy cookie ornament, glue button ribbon or felt embellishments. Attach a clear nylon loop on top of the ornament. Your gingerbread boy is now ready to hang on the tree!
Saturday, November 16, 2013
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I made some humble Gingerbread cottages using recycled corrugated cardboard packaging, sewing notions bits and bobs, felt scraps and recycled greeting cards. The outcome of which looks exceedingly sweet!
More upcycled homemade Christmas ornaments coming soon!
Saturday, November 16, 2013
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How would you like to win a Mollie Makes Woodland Friends craft book? The book is filled with adorable crochet, knitting, sewing and paper craft projects--all woodland inspired! Head over to Theresia's blog Minori Design for a chance to win a copy. Theresia herself has contributed a super cute project to the book!
Theresia's craft book giveaway link is here. Enter now!
Thursday, November 14, 2013
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The most powerful storm in human history recently hit close to home, leaving island communities flattened and wiped-out. The wanton destruction and senseless suffering that Typhoon Haiyan has brought to our island nation is beyond comprehension and imagination. In a situation worse than hell, a spark of hope glimmers amidst the blinding tears. Lives will again be rebuilt and the country will soldier on, thanks to the help of the global community.
In behalf of my country men, I thank you dear international community for your kind help to our country in our darkest hour. We will never forget your kindness.
Wednesday, November 13, 2013
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I've been loving anything cat-related DIY lately as I've recently adopted two cats! Can't wait to try making this adorable Chalkboard Cat and Speech Bubbles DIY from La Maison de Loulou (via Handmade Charlotte).
What DIY projects have you been wanting to try lately?
Saturday, November 09, 2013
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I love this cute wintery mobile inspired by the quintessential holiday story, The Snowman. It lends a magical touch to our Christmas tree!
Get the template and tutorial from the Snowman's official site. Have a happy weekend!
Friday, November 08, 2013
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It's that time of the year to get sewing, knitting and crafting! Don't miss the 7th Annual Handmade Holidays at Sew Mama Sew. There are lots of tutorials, tips, ideas and prizes galore.
Happy Handmade Holidays!
Wednesday, November 06, 2013
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Thursday, October 31, 2013
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I now get my craft magazine fix via Zinio. No need to go to the magazine stands or carry around bulky magazines. I now bring along craft inspiration wherever I go!
Have a Happy Halloween!!
Thursday, October 31, 2013
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Sunday, October 27, 2013
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Make your own Rusty the Fox |
Make Your Own Rabbit Craft Kit |
Make Yur Own Feltcraft Christmas Kit |
Thursday, October 24, 2013
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Check out the Kitschy Digitals Holiday Guide for adorable halloween and holiday printables for sewing,stitching, crocheting and gifting(and cute freebies in between). Happy Monday!
Monday, October 21, 2013
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Touted as Santa's favorite cookie, Pfeffernüsse is a traditional German holiday treat that's both delicious and easy to make. Enjoy it with coffee, tea or your favorite holiday drinks.
Pfeffernüssen (German Spice Cookies)
(Recipe from Martha Stewart)
Ingredients:
- 1 1/4 cups confectioner's sugar
- 2 1/4 cups all-purpose flour
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground pepper
- 3/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/2 tsp ground allspice
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground nutmeg
- 1/4 tsp ground cloves
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/2 stick unsalted butter, room temperature
- 3/4 cup firmly packed light brown sugar
- 1/4 cup unsulfured molasses
- 1 large egg
- 1/2 tsp pure vanilla extract
Directions:
1. Preheat oven to 350. Line two baking sheets with parchment paper. Place the confectioner's sugar in a brown paper bag.
2. In a medium bowl, combine flour, pepper, cinnamon, allspice, nutmeg, cloves and baking soda. Set aside.
3. Place butter, brown sugar and molasses in the bowl of the electric mixer fitted with paddle attachment. Beat on medium speed until fluffy about 3 minutes. Beat in egg and vanilla. With mixer on low speed, add flour mixture until combined. Pinch off dough in tablespoon amounts and roll into ball.
4. Bake until cookies are golden and firm with slight cracking about 15 minutes, rotating sheets halfway through. Transfer sheets to a wire rack to cool slightly about 10 minutes. Place cookies in paper bag and shake until cookies are well coated. Store in airtight container.
Sunday, October 20, 2013
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Handmade Christmas ornament making starts today as there are only 9 weeks to go before Christmas. Come and join me.Let's start sewing and stitching into Christmas!
Saturday, October 19, 2013
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Would you agree that there's no holiday more playful than Halloween? It brings out the kid and the dark witch in us. ;)
This year I've set up a Nightmare Before Christmas Village (another excuse to get into the Christmas mood albeit early). Using Martha Stewart's Shocking Halloween Silhouette templates I cut out the halloween shapes from black cardboard stock. I think I have succeeded in creating a rather eerie yet fun atmosphere in the house. Now I do look forward to nightfall.
Any fun Halloween project you're making this year?
Thursday, October 10, 2013
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