Southern Inspiration: A Visit to Jonesborough, TN, and Tennessee Quilts
2 commentsQuilt shops are a great source of inspiration during the holidays—or anytime of year.
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Sew a Pair of Shoe Submarines
5 commentsTorpedo stinky shoes with this great little shoe stuffer.
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How to Custom-Embellish a Shirt
5 commentsHoliday gift countdown: three weeks. Take a boring shirt and spice it up with printing, topstitching, and some new buttons for a great custom gift!
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How to Make an Ensemble of Accessories to Please Every Chef on Your List
1 commentThis no-frills denim apron with matching oven and pot-handle mitt is perfect for the weekend griller or the daily meal maker.
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More Handmade Gift Ideas
This new livejournal community offers a great collection of handmade holiday crafts—browse for ideas, ask for advice, or add your own!
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Dare to Make It Knit-Along: An Easy Little Cardi, Part Two
2 commentsJump in and join the fun knitting a quick little sweater that is guaranteed to flatter all figures.
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Make a Cute Crocheted Mini Stocking for Your Tree
3 commentsDecorate your tree with darling holiday stockings from Doris Chan—each is made from a granny hexagon motif.
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How to Monogram a Sweater
3 commentsA simple chain-stitched letter turns a store-bought sweater into a great personal statement for the little fashionista in your life!
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How to Make a Peppermint Stick Salt Soak
3 commentsIn just a few minutes, you can make a batch of bath salts sure to please friends, family, and coworkers.
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How to Make Yarn and Felt Folks
3 commentsOld-fashioned yarn dolls get a whole new life with this fun project. Dress them up any way you like using our downloadable sheet of clothing patterns!
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Make a Pretty Swirls Cap with This Free Crochet Pattern
17 commentsCheck that special fashionable someone off of your list with this gorgeous free pattern from Sophia Kessinger.
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How to Make a Basic Sweater Something Special
14 commentsBoutique sweaters are great but so expensive! Here's a way to make a bargain-store sweater shine using two simple stitches.
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How to Avoid Shopping Crowds This Weekend
Avoid hordes of shoppers and get a head start on making your gifts this weekend!
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How to Make Crafty Photo Ornaments
2 commentsWhat a lovely way to showcase a treasured photograph! These felt-framed ornaments are simple to make, and there are so many design possibilities.
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Prayer Shawls for Every Occasion
4 commentsA comprehensive primer on prayer shawls from the simple to the sublime.
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How to Make a Collaged Table with a Built-in Game
13 commentsHoliday gift countdown: six weeks. If you have a game-loving friend or family member in need of some crafty furnishing, this collaged coffee table will be the perfect gift!
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How to Make a Button Advent Calendar
5 commentsCount down the days of December with this little button Advent calendar, designed to sit on your desk. Add a new button ornament to the tree each morning—it gets prettier as Christmas approaches!
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To Do: Felt Club Holiday 2008, this weekend!
Hey! Are you gonna be in LA this weekend? You should come and visit me and nearly 150 other awesome crafters at this year's Felt Club!
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How to Sew Special Gift Wrap
1 commentHere’s the perfect way to add a personal touch to a hostess gift, a present under the tree, or a festive favor on your dinner table.
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How to Knit an Easy Holiday Ornament Adornment
6 commentsThis easy elegant knitted ornament cover makes the perfect handmade gift from the heart that is destined to become a treasured heirloom.
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