I’m Dreaming of a Burlap Christmas

Burlap is such a great fabric for Christmas. It has rustic, utilitarian charm that brings an eco-friendly spin to Christmas decor. I’m sharing from of my favorites from Etsy to give you ideas on this versatile fabric and how you can use it to decorate during the holidays. “hohoho” Christmas Burlap Pillow Cover by AislinnCreations “Merry […]

Feature Friday: St. Patrick’s Day Fun

I love St. Patrick’s Day! Celebrating his religious feast day and the anniversary of his death in the fifth century on March 17th is quite the tradition. The Irish have observed this day as a religious holiday for over a thousand years. On St. Patrick’s Day, we now have festivities that include Chicago releasing 40 pounds of dye […]

Feature Friday: Handmade Edibles

Cooking is not really my thing but I love to bake especially around the holidays. With so much going on during this time of year heading to the kitchen to whip up a batch of your favorite cookies may not be an option. So, here’s another option……Instead of heading to the nearest grocery store to […]

Printable CLASSIC HOLIDAY Design Collection by andersruff on Etsy

via etsy.com My favorite new Etsy seller is Anders Ruff!! I could look at their digital designs for hours. The creativity they put into market their products is top notch and I have a feeling I am going to be sending many people their way for custom design packages!

Decorate Your Tree with Handmade Ornaments

Tiny Upcycled Book Ornaments by paragraphcove Personalized Family Star Ornaments SET OF 5 by justhatched Reversible Upcycled Christmas tree decorations with accompanying poem by allyadeney recycled bicycle ornament by 1byliz Baby Girl First Christmas Ornament – Loving Words with Green Liner by PaperTigerNStitches Redwork Snowman Ornament by CherieWheeler Traditional Christmas Set of 6 Pinwheel Ornaments […]

Feature Friday: Plush Picks from Stacey Hsu

Monsters, Etc Funny and furry little handfuls of monster. Knitting Dreams Really adorable little amigurumis. I love the different plush materials she uses and how she mixes plush with knit fabrics. It’s so hard to resist all those cute little faces! Lollihops Some of the most lifelike, sweet plush animals you’ve ever seen. Truly plush […]

MOMpreneur: Stacey Hsu of Original Sock Dogs

Please meet MOMpreneur Stacey Hsu of Original Sock Dogs! Tell us a little about yourself. I’ve always had a passion for creating characters—whether through drawing, sculpting, sewing or writing. As a kid, this passion was fueled by the mountains of comic books I kept stashed in my closet, and the chapter and picture books that were so […]

Giveaway: Scotch(R) Double Sided Tape #clevercrafts

Thanks to Scotch(R) Double Sided Tape for sponsoring my writing about crafts! Add your comment below to be entered for a chance to win free sample rolls to help with your upcoming holiday needs. Two winners receive 5 rolls each. Giveaway ends Friday, November 12. Last year a good friend of mine asked me to […]

Feature Friday: Thanksgiving with Handmade Style

Pie Plate Decorated with Lace Texture by virginiawyoming Let’s eat Apron by hotmayday Pilgrim Statues by ClayHaven THANKFUL Thanksgiving Fall Banner by bekahjennings Autumn SONGBIRD WREATH Vintage FRUIT Millinery VELVET LEAVES by rosekraft Big Turkeys Personalized Dessert Plates Set of 4 by happiest days designs Always Be Thankful – hand stitched simple saying by jodyaleavitt Wild […]

Feature Friday: Handmade Halloween Decor

Jack O’ Lantern Pillow Cover- 14×14 inches by Modernality Trio of Gray Felt Mice by joycemac634 A Witchy Greeter For Your Trick Or Treaters by Sew Many Doodles The Batroom – Metal Art by KnobCreekMetalArts The Basic Little Monster House by Retired… Lets Do Lunch Felt Halloween Harvest Vanilla Cupcake and Pumpkin 2010 by Vivian’s […]