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Town and County Knitting in England: A Trip to Two Very Different Yarn Stores

Tina_Hilton, contributor | December 16th, 20081 comment

Within 24 hours, I visited one very trendy London yarn mecca and a wool/haberdashery shop in the small town of Hinkley.

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Crafty Wonderland Round-Up!

susanstars, contributor | December 16th, 20081 comment

We made it through a rare Portland snowstorm to visit the fabulous Crafty Wonderland on Sunday! Here are some of my favorite crafty treasures from the sale.

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Hip Home Gifts

Deana, editor | December 16th, 2008

If you are looking for a few clever ideas for beautiful and unique items to give at a housewarming party or to a hostess, look inside CraftStylish Gifts to Make, Vol. 2.

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Totally Tubular: How to Sew a Cowl

CalPatch, contributor | December 16th, 20088 comments

The hottest (not to mention coziest) winter accessory of the moment is most certainly the cowl. Good news! It's also about the easiest style to make for those last-minute gifts...

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Handmade Doily Clocks

LindaPermann, contributor | December 16th, 20081 comment

Etsy seller AndFurthermore makes these dainty yet modern clocks from vintage plastic doilies—they're the perfect gift for your favorite crafter.

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How to Make a Quick Cookie Plate Cover

Shannon_Dennis, contributor | December 16th, 20081 comment

Delicious homemade cookies are the perfect gift for neighbors, friends, and hostesses for the holidays. Make your cookie plate stand out with this adorable plate cover!

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Restyling the Regift

Jen_W, contributor | December 15th, 20084 comments

Visit the Island of Misfit Gifts and give some unfortunate presents a new life.

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Experimental Recycled Sleeve Dyeing with Food Dyes

leethal, contributor | December 14th, 20088 comments

Holiday gift countdown: 10 days. Use the sleeve of a recycled wool sweater to dye some experimental yarn with Kool-Aid or food coloring. A perfect gift for your knitting loved one!

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How to Make a Nephew-Approved Stenciled Sleepaway Pillowcase

susanstars, contributor | December 14th, 2008

I made this simple embellished pillowcase for my nephew, who's seven and just starting to head out to sleepovers with his buddies! Adapt this easy technique to personalize a gift for a guy of any age.

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Amazing Ornament How-To Round-up at Threadbanger

susanstars, contributor | December 13th, 20082 comments

CraftStylish's own Lee Meredith has posted a fantastic ornament round-up over at Threadbanger, with pictures and tutorial links galore!

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How to Make Bottle-Cap Buttons for Knit Slippers

leethal, contributor | December 13th, 20085 comments

Holiday gift countdown: 1-1/2 weeks. Download a free pattern for simple Mary Jane-style knit booties, then make personalized buttons from bottle caps for your beer- or soda-loving recipient!

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How to Keep Your Guy Warm in His Baseball Cap at a Football Game

JenniferStern, contributor | December 13th, 200811 comments

Here is a headband ear warmer that's designed to keep your favorite guy's ears warm when he's wearing a baseball cap...perfect for winter spectator sports or errands!

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How to Make a Personalized Handkerchief for Him

_nikki_, contributor | December 12th, 20082 comments

Here's a very personal handmade something special for your guy that he can carry with him wherever he goes. This project will show you how to hoop and embroider on a handkerchief without distorting it.

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Free Visor Beanie Crochet Pattern

LindaPermann, contributor | December 12th, 20084 comments

Top off your gifts for guys with this hip yet simple crochet pattern by Suzanne Steiger.

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How to Make a Rugged Leather Journal Cover

MaryRay, contributor | December 12th, 20084 comments

Here’s the perfect gift for the guy on your list who still enjoys putting pen to paper. It has the patina of an old valise that’s been on many a journey with the likes of Lewis and Clark or Indiana Jones, holding accounts of adventures real or imagined.

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How to Embroider a Necktie

erika_kern, contributor | December 10th, 20082 comments

A little embroidery adds a personal touch to a store-bought tie. Add a colorful French tack and personalized tag and it makes the perfect gift for the dapper fella in your life.

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How to Make a Manly Catchall

LindaPermann, contributor | December 10th, 20083 comments

This holiday, give the man in your life the present of always knowing where his keys are. This super-easy catchall makes the perfect place to stow his daily necessities.

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How to Edge a Blanket in Crochet

LindaPermann, contributor | December 9th, 20084 comments

Here's a great online tutorial showing you how to edge a baby blanket in crochet. Edge a large piece of fleece in manly colors instead, and you've got an almost instant gift for guys.

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How to Make a Sweater Coffee-Mug Cozy for a Guy

Shannon_Dennis, contributor | December 9th, 2008

A great, simple gift for that coffee guy in your life!

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Give the Gift that Keeps on Giving: Teach Someone to Knit (or _____)

MichaelaMurphy, contributor | December 8th, 2008

Give someone a handmade hat and they are warm for a while; teach them how to knit and they are warm forever! Here's how you can change someone's life and give them a gift they will treasure forever.

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