Day 12 - Hot Cocoa Cones

On the twelvth day of Christmas, my crafty friend gave to me....

Hot Cocoa Cones!

Who doesn't love a cup of hot cocoa on Christmas morning? I know I do! This quick and easy stocking stuffer includes some yummy extras that make that cup of cocoa special...marshmallows and peppermint!

 Download the free instructions, and while you're making them, don't forget Santa! I'll bet he'd love the gift of a Hot Cocoa Cone along with his milk and cookies tonight.



tag: allstores

Day 11 - No Sew Fleece Scarf

On the eleventh day of Christmas, my crafty friend gave to me....

A No-Sew Fleece Scarf!

We are getting down to the wire! Christmas will be here in two days, but undoubtedly, there is someone you've forgotten on your list. Well, what could be easier than cutting a strip of fleece, fringing the edges and adding a few beads? The answer is nothing. Nothing could be easier. But nothing doesn't make a warm, toasty gift, either. So c'mon...get crafty, readers!

 Download the free instructions and whip up a couple of these winter warmers tonight. Then sit back and enjoy all the compliments you'll get!



tag: allstores

Day 10 - Vintage Notebook Cover

On the tenth day of Christmas, my crafty friend gave to me....

A Vintage Notepad Cover!

This notepad cover is a great gift that's so pretty, you'll probably want to make one for yourself! It's refillable, so the recipient of this gift can use it over and over again. The basic design can be adapted with embellishments that you have on hand, and there's a video to show you step by step how to create it.

So, download the free instructions, watch the video, and check one more gift off the list (but make one for yourself too...you know you want to!).


tag: allstores

Day 9 - Tell Your Story Jewelry

On the ninth day of Christmas, my crafty friend gave to me....

Tell Your Story Jewelry!

We all have one. That person on your gift list who has everything. Well, here's a gift that is unique, personal, and easy to make! Using a combination of charms and roundel beads, you can capture that special someone's personality just in time for the holidays.

Download the free instructions for the bracelet or a necklace for a truly personal gift!


tag: allstores

Day 6 - Perfect Pillowcases

On the sixth day of Christmas, my crafty friend gave to me....

A Perfect Pillowcase!

While visions of sugarplums dance in your little ones' heads, they can be resting on pillowcases created especially for them! With all the fun fabric prints available, you can whip up a set to match their rooms, personalities or favorite colors.

 Download the free instructions, and the ones you love will have sweet dreams all year long!



tag: allstores

Day 5 - Secret Santa Stocking

On the fifth day of Christmas, my crafty friend gave to me....

A Secret Santa Stocking!

Is there a Secret Santa gift exchange at your office or school? Who wouldn't love a handmade stocking filled with treats or a gift card? This easy stocking, made with a variety of fabric squares, is a great stash buster or can be done in the recipients favorite colors.

 Download the free instructions, for a gift that will become a keepsake for years to come!

tag: allstores

More Christmas Home Decor Ideas

Fun and flirty aprons.

Wrap up a canvas – literally!

Decorate a bag into a beautiful gift bag.

Create a candy wreath!

 

Tea towels with fun kitchen fabric makes a great gift this Christmas.



Bracelets galore!! Now available.



Styrofoam shapes with random beads, pearls, gems, etc. glued in place make wonderful table and mantel items.



Here are more ways to decorate the Giant Clothespin.

tag: allstores

HGTV partners with Etsy.com

Home & Garden Television (HGTV) has announced that it is partnering with handmade marketplace Etsy to produce holiday content that features creative handmade products sold on http://www.etsy.com/. Unfamiliar with Etsy? Check it out and do a search for polymer clay to look at all the ideas from around the world working with polymer clay. You can search for literally any craft. HGTV says it will be featuring Etsy sellers for gift and DIY decorating ideas on the Handmade Holidays section of their website.

How-To: Holiday Cocoa Cone Gifts

The Holiday Cocoa Cone makes a great party favor for your holiday party, or stocking stuffer for your loved one on Christmas day!

tag: allstores

Coupon: Pre-Baked Gingerbread House Kits

Make your next home decor project an edible one with our Pre-Baked Gingerbread House Kits, now only $8.88 when you print out our December in-store coupon. These are so much fun to make with your kids or during holiday parties with friends.

tag: allstores

Holiday Goodie Bags!

Here is a quick little idea for a holiday goodie bag. If you mass produced these you could have them by the front door and ready to give when friends stop by. This way you'll have a little something on hand for the unexpected visitor. Fill them with candy, homemade treats or add some shredded paper and place a small gift inside. So easy to make!

1. Seal any size envelope and trim off one of the short ends.
2. Measure and cover envelope with your favorite designer paper.
3. Punch several stars randomly;cover clothespin with paper and attach star and button with yarn, hemp or thread.
4. Put clear treat bag or baggie inside to hold gift or treats, fold down top and attach stamped tag with clothespin.

Perfect for your kid's holiday parties at school, or any time of the year - the possibilities are endless.

Quick & Easy Last Minute Gift Idea

Heidi from our web team whipped up this super cute scarf (shown on Allison) for a local fundraiser and we just had to share.

Supplies Needed:
1/4 yard of fleece (cut to 7" wide)
Ruler, tape scissors or rotary cutter
Pony beads

Instructions:
Cut fringe up 4" from ends and 1/4" wide.
Thread 3 or more pony beads onto each piece
of fringe using a toothpick to push fleece thru.
Tie a knot near the end of each piece.

It's that easy. Great gift idea for kids too!