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Sculpey Clay Buttons with Sprinkles
I just completed a cute cardigan made with rainbow speckled tweed yarn that I have dubbed my Fun-Fetti Sweater (more details below). When I went to add buttons, I felt like the basic buttons I…
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Woven Asymmetric Plaid Scarf Directions
Where does the time go? I cannot believe how long it’s been since Michelle and I have shared a post, but life and other obligations sometimes get their talons in you and relentlessly pull! Today,…
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Craft Sticks Winter Puzzle Craft to Do with Kids
In three days we went from -17 degrees F to 48 degrees F. Despite this “warm” weather after the polar vortex, we know we are no where near the end of winter. So, we are…
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Watercolor Snowflake Craft
Baby, it’s cold outside! Normally that is something you just hear in the northern states, but today it seems to be cold all over the country! Going with that old adage… If life gives you…
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Reindeer Applique Pattern :: North Pole Pals
Today we are sharing our Reindeer Applique Pattern, the second in our North Pole Pals series. I happen to think he is just a cutie, and I’d be pleased as punch, or perhaps eggnog, to…
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Elf Applique Pattern :: North Pole Pals
At this time of year, it is understandably busy at the North Pole. Fortunately, Santa is surrounded by a group of friends that help make the chaos joyful! We have a new collection of Christmas…
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Easel Ornaments Tutorial :: Set 1
Nothing is quite so nostalgic as putting up the annual Christmas tree. Memories are shared, and we meander through the years every time we touch an ornament. I love traditions so my family was quite…
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Striped Tissue Paper Mason Jar Project Vase
This striped tissue paper mason jar project can be used as either a vase or candle holder. Change the tissue paper colors to make lovely table top decorations for every season. Be sure to visit…
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Pumpkin Glue Resist Painting Tutorial
I have a cabinet in our eating area that I use as a seasonal display area. I replace summer candles, with autumn candles, flowers with colorful leaves, and framed summer paintings with autumn ones. Most…
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Fall Garland Craft from Toilet Paper Rolls
When you think of autumn, what is the first word that comes to mind? If you live somewhere that has deciduous trees, chances are you said “color”. When we see a palate of oranges, reds,…
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Halloween T-shirt Designs :: Jack-o-Lantern Stencil Pattern
Every year at my girls’ dance studio, the kids perform a short Halloween dance in every class. This means that all week long, leading up to Halloween they dress up. They like to have a…
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Mason Jar Leaf Candle Holder Project
If you have spent any time searching for fall crafts online, you have probably encountered several variations of this Mason Jar Leaf Candle Holder Project. Covering a canning jar with decoupage leaves creates a warm,…
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Toilet Paper Roll Pumpkins Tutorial
We love decorating with pumpkins during Autumn, who doesn’t, right? Unlike “Halloween” decorations that really are only appropriate closer to the holiday, a hard working pumpkin will be with you in September, October and November.…
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Pumpkin Patch Scarecrow Coloring Page
Now that it’s autumn, our happy little scarecrow’s job is over, and he has time to visit with friends, some of them are crows! Hanging out in the pumpkin patch is a perfect way to…
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Easter Egg Window Art
After our crazy winter, it might seem hard to believe that Spring is just around the corner, but it is! We also have an early Easter this year. If you haven’t started any spring crafts…
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Origami Paper Star Tutorial :: Lucky Stars
This origami paper star tutorial will teach you how to make these beautiful and whimsical mini paper stars. You don’t need much to make the origami Lucky Stars. You can either purchase origami star paper strips…
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Watercolor Folded Paper Star Lantern
Today we are making this traditional Waldorf style Watercolor Folded Paper Star Lantern. You can use your child’s art work or scrap book paper for this project. When I was updating our homepage last week to…
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Ombre Rainbow Tissue Paper Lantern
After I put away all the Christmas decorations, what I miss the most are the twinkle lights. January is still a very dark month so I enjoy having a variety of colorful lanterns around the…
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Russian Teacake Recipe :: Snowballs
My Nana’s favorite Christmas cookie has always been Russian Teacakes. When my mom went to visit my Nana last week, she had to make sure to have a double batch of Russian Teacakes to take…
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Stacked Wool Felt Christmas Tree Ornament
I found a cute stacked wool felt Christmas tree ornament at a store a few years ago. When people see it, all my friends and family all assume I made it. Although I didn’t make…
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Ribbon Candy Felt Ornament Pattern
This ribbon candy felt ornament with wooden beads came to be because I had a bunch of 1 inch wide felt strips left over from my paper inspired felt onion ornaments. I also had a…
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Cut Away Window Felt Ornaments Tutorial
These Cut Away Window Felt Ornaments are a fun craft for adults and kids alike. With just two simple stitches, a bit of craft glue, and a small amount of wool felt, you can play…
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Paper Strip Inspired Felt Ornaments
Here is another easy-to-make felt ornament that was inspired by the popular paper strip ornaments. My girls had a dance convention last weekend and I had lots of sitting around time to get some crafting…
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Wool Felt Christmas Ornament Accordion Ball Pattern
This simple wool felt Christmas ornament pattern is easy and fun to make. It mimics a traditional honeycomb folded paper decoration. Play with different color combinations to make fun patterns or use a single color…
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