How to Make an EPP Moravian Star Ornament
EPP Moravian Star Ornaments made with diamonds are an adaptation of an 1830's geometry lesson. The first known star, made in a German boys' school had 110 points! This version...
Christmas
Gifts made by hand come from the heart. Make your DIY Christmas special with decorations, ornaments and other craft ideas you can make at home. Unique handmade ornaments and homemade Christmas cards become future keepsakes. Treasured homemade gift ideas can be simple, yet meaningful. Personalize DIY Christmas stockings for each family member and hang them where Santa can find them!
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DIY Christmas Ornaments
Scribble Appliqué Bird Ornaments
No two birds are the same, in nature and when you make these adorable scribble appliqué bird ornaments! All you need is some scraps of fabric (preferably with fusible web...
How to Make Sashiko Ornaments
Making Sashiko ornaments is a great way to see what the slow-stitch movement is all about. It's slow stitch, to be sure, but the projects are so small you can...
DIY Gift Wrap Ideas
Creative Gift Wrap Ideas
I put a lot of thought and effort into making a gift and like to find a creative way to present it, too. (“Present” it? Get it? Ha!) These fun...
How to Make a Card Holder Wallet
Make your own card holder wallet to keep just a few cards handy in your pocket, backpack or purse. Perfect for slipping in your license and a credit card so...
How to Make a Furoshiki Bag with Kraft-Tex
I love look of furoshiki wraps that take a simple square of fabric, then wrap and tie it creatively to turn any object into a pretty package. But most often,...
Handmade Holidays
Embroidery Gift Guide
Stitchers love to stitch, and they love to receive handmade gifts. We have put together an embroidery gift guide with projects, tools and supplies that are good for the embroiderers...
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How to Make a Card Holder Wallet
Make your own card holder wallet to keep just a few cards handy in your pocket, backpack or purse. Perfect for slipping in your license and a credit card so…
How to Make a Dog Bandana
I love my dog bandanas! My owner and a I walk every day and people always make comments about my holiday and seasonal bandanas! Here is how to make a…
How to Make an EPP Moravian Star Ornament
EPP Moravian Star Ornaments made with diamonds are an adaptation of an 1830's geometry lesson. The first known star, made in a German boys' school had 110 points! This version…
How to Fussy Cut EPP Diamonds
Design possibilities are bountiful with a simple diamond shape, but the added element of intentional fabric placement adds endless opportunities. Once you learn how to fussy cut EPP diamonds, you…
How to Make an EPP Tree-Shaped Ornament with Hexies
With just 10 EPP hexies per side, you can make an English Paper Piecing (EPP) tree-shaped ornament for your Christmas tree. If you are new to EPP, this is a…
How to Make an EPP Star Ornament with Diamonds
A large English Paper Piecing (EPP) project can seem daunting. But a small project, such as an ornament, lets you try the technique on something easy. And it’s something that…
How to Make an EPP Wreath Ornament with Hexies
A large English Paper Piecing (EPP) project can seem daunting. But a small project, such as an ornament, lets you try the technique on something easy. And it's something that…How to Make Sashiko Ornaments
Making Sashiko ornaments is a great way to see what the slow-stitch movement is all about. It's slow stitch, to be sure, but the projects are so small you can…