Gift cards are such a convenient holiday gift idea, but let’s be honest: they can seem a bit impersonal. Stitching up a fabric Christmas tree gift card holder will solve that problem, lickety split! This simple tutorial is so easy to make (even for beginners), and you can use scraps of fabric from your stash…
Christmas Gift Ideas
Keepsake Christmas List Photo Ornaments
One thing I always love looking back on are the lists my children come up with for Santa each year. It still brings a smile to my face to remember my oldest son’s 3-year-old list, which included a monster, a car and a bug. By creating a Christmas List Photo Ornament, you can create a…
A+ Teacher Photo Collage (Teacher Appreciation Idea)
This week has been teacher appreciation week at my oldest son’s school, and I wanted to make a little something to give to his teacher to let her know how much we truly value all she does for her students. As I was considering what type of project to put together, I immediately thought of…
Stenciled Kraft Paper Wrapping
Humble Kraft paper really is becoming one of my absolute favorite secret weapons when it comes to stylish gift wrapping. I love that it sets a neutral stage to showcase any number of baubles and embellishments! In addition to the Paper Medallion Ornaments I shared a few weeks back and the Custom Printed Twill Ribbon…
Vintage Photo Pillow Tutorial
Thumbing through the December/January issue of Country Living, I stumbled upon these darling throw pillows showcasing old photos. I loved the concept, and I knew immediately that these would make great, easy-to-sew Christmas presents! Some of you might remember the DIY Painted Tile tutorial I shared earlier this year using the new line of Martha…
Pine Cone Place Card Ornaments
Are you hosting a big holiday meal this year? Today I’m going to share a quick and easy project that is not only a perfect way to dress up your table for holiday entertaining, but it also doubles as a thoughtful gift! These Pine Cone Place Card Ornaments will let holiday dinner guests know exactly their…
Printed Twill Ribbon Tutorial
Today I’m sharing a quick and easy project idea for really kicking your holiday gift wrapping up a notch with a personal touch: Handmade Printed Twill Ribbon!For this project, you will need:Wording PDF files {{free downloads}} OR word processing softwareMerry and Bright PDFJoy to the World PDFWhite twill fabricFreezer paperIronComputer printerRotary cutter and…
Sliding Door Gift Card Holders
It seems my Christmas list grows longer each year, and I’m sure I’m not alone when I say that sometimes a gift card is just what the doctor ordered for simplifying my holiday shopping and helping me preserve a teensy bit of my sanity. I hate how impersonal gift cards can be, though, so my…
Nest of Posies Scallop Posies
Y’all might have heard of Nest of Posies. Without a doubt this is my. favorite. handmade shop. Kellie, the creative force behind Nest of Posies, has truly impeccable taste, especially when it comes to conceiving of stylish items that will literally cause complete strangers to stop you in the street (or the airport, or the…
Peppermint Bark (Swell Noel #40)
Cindy from Skip to my Lou is here this morning sharing a festive and downright pretty treat perfect for gift-giving! *** Hi Everyone, I’m Cindy and I am thrilled to be guest posting here! I hope you will come visit me at Skip to my Lou for some crafty tutorials, handmade gift ideas, teacher appreciation…