Very-Little-Sewing Felt Circle Pillow

Isn't this Pillow so cute for Christmas?! It's virtually no sewing. The Someday Crafts blog has the tutorial over there to follow this little beauty to perfection.

See, you don't have to sew those felt circles on...Just a little Elmers!

I think this one I might have to try to do.

Wrapping Paper Frame Gift

I have a craft exchange today. That is where you make as many crafts as there are people in the exchange and then you go and get one of each persons crafts. There are 16 people in our exchange! That is a lot! So I was searching and searching to find a cute but affordable gift. I found this great frame over at Craftily Ever After! She also has all the tutorial and supply list of what you need.

Here is MY finished product. All 17 (extra one for the festival of trees) Don't they look so cute!
I found my hounds tooth wrapping paper at Hobby Lobby
This one is mine...I thought a cute little nativity scene would be so adorable, and you could do ANYTHING inside the frame or even take off the ribbon and put a rosette or ornament on it. I even thought that this could be used for Valentines Day by switching out the embellishment on it.

No Knit Scarf

Martha Stewarts no knit scarf...

Doesn't this look so easy?

I really want to try this project out and see if it comes out as cute as this picture.

Here's a cozy yet speedy project. Cut 12 pieces of bulky-weight yarn to about 1 1/2 times the desired length of the final scarf. (We used 140-inch pieces to make an 86-inch scarf.) Divide yarn into 4 bunches of 3 strands each. Tie 2 bunches together with a square knot, leaving 6 inches of fringe at end; repeat with remaining bunches. Pin the knots to a piece of foam board. Knot inner 2 bunches of yarn together, spacing knot about 1 inch from existing knots, then knot left and right bunches together. Alternate knotting the inner bunches and the left and right ones, spacing knots evenly apart, until about 6 inches of yarn remain on the end. Finish so that final knots mirror opposite end, and trim to even the ends.

Read more at Marthastewart.com: No-Knit Scarf - Martha Stewart Crafts

Christmas Wish

What are you shopping for tomorrow? What is on your Christmas list? Have you been Naughty or Nice? I sure wish Santa would stick one of these in my stocking.

The Cricut Expression (the Expression fits 12 x 12 paper instead of the 12 x 6 for the regular Cricut).

And while we are asking I'll ask for a Gypsy too, this allows you to not have to interchange all the cartridges (I think).
Look at all these cute projects that are possible with the Cricut! There is no way that I would be able to cut out all these things with this fine of detail by hand. LOVE the Cricut.


Cut out intricate fabric cutting
scrapbooking... AMAZING
Invitations, thank you cards, stationary galore!
Paper creations...Whatever you can imagine, it can do.
Glass Etching (I've tried this with the Cricut and it totally worked)
Vinyl ANYTHING
My good friend has one that she had never learned to use and I finally went over and figured it out for her and now I LOVE it. There are so many Black Friday deals for these going on. If you get one for Christmas let me know and I will envy you Forever (or until I get one one day).

Look at this Martha Stewart Cricut Cake! It cuts out Fondant for cake decorating. Now, I don't cake decorate, but if I did...! I would totally need this too.

Potato Rosemary Rolls

Don't these rolls look SO divine!? I'm not a huge roll person, but I bet I could eat a couple of these on the big day! Two Peas and Their Pod have got it going on.

Print Recipe

Potato Rosemary Rolls

2 1/2 teaspoons of yeast
1/2 cup warm water
3/4 cup shortening
½ cup granulated sugar
2 large eggs, beaten
1 cup mashed potatoes
1 cup scalded milk
5 cups all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons fresh rosemary, finely chopped

1. In a small bowl, put the yeast in the warm water and stir with a spoon. Let sit for about five minutes or until the yeast starts to bubble. Scald the milk and let it cool for two minutes.

2. In a large bowl, mix together sugar, shortening, and salt. Add the milk and stir in one cup of the flour. Next, add the yeast mixture and the beaten eggs. Add the mashed potatoes and rosemary and stir. Stir in the remaining flour until the dough comes together.

3. On a lightly floured surface, knead the dough until smooth, about 5 minutes. If the dough is too sticky, add a little more flour. Place the dough in a large greased bowl and let rise in a warm spot for about 45 minutes or until doubled in size.

4. Punch down the dough. To form the rolls, pinch off about a 1/2 tablespoon of dough and roll into a ball. Place three balls into a greased muffin tin. Continue forming rolls until dough is gone. Let the rolls rise until doubled in size, about 30 minutes. Bake rolls at 375 degrees F for about 15-17 minutes or until golden brown. Remove from oven and serve warm.

Another Advent Calendar

I'm am new to the whole circle cutter and distressing ink, but I think it looks so cute and fun. I want to do this project. Check out Blue Cricket Design for the full tutorial.


Gather the following supplies...

1 pack of Library Book Pockets/Envelopes. ( sold at teacher/learning stores)
Approximately 12 Sheets of Scrapbook paper
3 Sheets of Colored Card Stock
Distressing Ink
Glue Stick
Paper Cutter
2"Circle Punch
# Stencil
Sharpie
2" Ring
Ribbon


And away we go!

Christmas Subway Art

I didn't really know what "Subway Art" was exactly until recently. If someone had asked me I couldn't have said, but it seems to be all over the blog-osphere these days. So I really love this one. Plus, as you know I really love eighteen25. They have the printable here and also the printable for the pennant flag banner, AND there is instructions to make the glitter trees too! What more could you want!? Someone to make it for you, Right?

Neighbor Christmas Gifts

How Does She has this great page with Tons of Neighbor gift ideas (30 to be exact). This really got my brain juices flowing to help me think of fun things to do.

#1 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Caroling for Charity

#1 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Caroling for Charity That’s right our #1 Neighbor gift idea is No Gifts {well, at least not for each other}. As fun as it is to give and receive Christmas Gifts from Neighbors,…we... [Read more]

#2 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Melt in your Mouth Cookies

#2 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Melt in your Mouth Cookies Deliver a package of Mint Cookies & can of Hot Chocolate {Stephens is my favorite} Attach Tag: “Gather your family for a special Treat! Be prepared to... [Read more]

#3 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Snuggle

#3 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Snuggle Who doesn’t love Snuggle? Sometimes practical items are a nice alternative to sweets. I know this would a welcome gift on my doorstep! Tag idea: “Snuggle UP! ... [Read more]

#4 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Creamer {for a steamer}

#4 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Creamer {for a steamer} I am in love with Coffee Mate. Yes, that is right,…I don’t even drink Coffee, but I could sip this stuff straight from the bottle. It is the best addition... [Read more]

#5 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Cookie Dough

# 5 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Cookie Dough Give a roll of cookie dough with tag “We could all use a little extra DOUGH this time of Year” . This one makes me smile. Hopefully it will your neighbors too!... [Read more]

#6 – Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – True Delights

#6 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – True Delights#6 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea Have you tasted these?! They are divine. True Delight Granola Bars are NOT your average granola bar. Your neighbors will thank you after tasting... [Read more]

#7 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Paper Plates

#7 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea -Paper Plates Doing the dishes for your neighbor?! What could be a better gift than that?! Deliver paper plates with tag “Don’t let your dishes pile up this busy holiday season. Let... [Read more]

#8 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Batteries

Batteries are essentials on Christmas morning, your neighbors will appreciate this practical gift! tag idea: Hope you have enough ENERGY to make it through the Holidays! Merry Christmas! For our Top 30 Neighbor Christmas Gift... [Read more]

#9 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Therapy Sack

These are so great for cold toes after sledding or just being out in the cold. You just pop them in the mirco for a couple minutes, put on your cold toes or hands, AAHH instant warmth. They are also great for sore muscles. tag... [Read more]

#10 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Bread

Okay, so I know this isn’t very original – but it is one of my VERY FAVORITE things to receive from neighbors (hint, hint to my neighbors). I don’t care what kind, sweet bread, wheat bread, white bread, rolls,... [Read more]

#11 Neighbor Gift Idea – Caramel Dip

Caramel Dip Believe me when I tell you, this dip is perfect for giving. It is easy to make and everyone I have ever given it to LOVES it! Pair it with something to dip in it or give it alone…just share it – you... [Read more]

#12 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas – Soap

#12 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas- Soap! I love giving this gift {just ask my neighbors,..3 years running} Heck, I’d love to receive this! This no calorie gift is practical and fun to receive. Attach tag “We... [Read more]

#13 Neighbor Christmas Gift – Treat Countdown

You might say I am a little obsessed over Christmas countdowns, and you’d be right. I love this one because you can customize everything to the recipiant. You just put the same amount of treats as there are people... [Read more]

#14 Christmas Neighbor Gift Idea – chocolate covered pretzels

Pretzels and chocolate – you just can’t go wrong with this combo! I would prefer dark chocolate to white, but the white is so much prettier with the sprinkles! Here is a tutorial on how to make chocolate dipped... [Read more]

#15 Neighbor Christmas Gift – M&M’s in a box

#15 Neighbor Christmas Gift A lot more fun than just a plain old bag of m&ms, right? Place M&M’s in a box with a big ribbon and when they open it up they’ll have to eat the goodies to read the message! I... [Read more]

#16 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea -Cheap Games

#16 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea Who knew pick up sticks could be SO MUCH FUN!!! We can’t stop playing this game! Share a fun game with your neighbor this holiday season. Tag idea: Hope you have a FUN holiday season! Don’t... [Read more]

#17 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas – Pistachios

#17 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Pistachios Everyone is crazy about nuts this time of year! I especially love giving pistachios because it becomes an activity. I love imagining the recipient chatting with friends, or... [Read more]

#18 Neighbor Christmas Gift – Story Countdown

I love Christmas Countdowns! This would be a fun way to share your favorite Christmas stories with your neighbors, and bonus: you wouldn’t have to bake anything! Just find your favorite stories, make copies, bind,... [Read more]

#19 Neighbor Christmas Gift – Bucket o’ Chalk

Oh you sad soul. White, plain and boring. Did I mention I got you from the dollar store? All you need is some ‘fluff’, some love and of course, some vinyl! I needed a bucket to put some of the homemade chalk into. A... [Read more]

#20 Neighbor Christmas Gift – Pancakes

I got this bowl at the dollar store and made it super cute! All it took was a little red permanent vinyl. If you need information on vinyl…here is the 101 Permnant vinyl works wonders on boring white bowls:) One hint... [Read more]

#21 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea -Wood Candy

#21 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea Wood Candy Simple and easy to make this ‘Wood Candy.’ 1. Grab a 2×4 at a hardware store…or if new building is going on where you live…ask the builder if you could... [Read more]

#22 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea-Ice Cream

#22 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea-Ice Cream ‘I Scream’ for Christmas (Bowls Optional) Just think, there will be no cooking with this idea! Make sure you give them spoons so as they dig in they can think of how wonderful... [Read more]

#23 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas – Oreo Cookie Suckers

#23 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas – Oreo Cookie Suckers If you can’t guess, we really love Oreo Cookie Suckers around here. They are easy, adorable, and oh so tasty. This easy step by step oreo-cookie-sucker-tutorial... [Read more]

#24 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Pancake and Syrup

#24 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea -Pancake and Syrup If you are on the couponing bandwagon you probably have a ton of pancake mixes and syrup! (Albertson’s is having great sales this week…so check out our couponing... [Read more]

#25 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Lasagna

#25 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea…Dinner! Dinner time is crazy and then add the holidays to that! Relieve your neighbors one night by ‘making’ them dinner. A frozen meal. If you have enough time you can... [Read more]

#26 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea-Carrots

#26 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea-Carrots Laugh if you will…to give carrots for Christmas!?! Just think how refreshing it would be to get something healthy for the holidays! Give a bag of mini carrots add some veggie dip... [Read more]

#27 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Cookies in a Can

#27 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea – Cookies in a Can. As a mother of twin babies, I sure do have a lot of these around my house…. Clean and Cover your formula cans with Festive Scrapbook paper or wrapping paper. Grab... [Read more]

#28 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas-Wrapping Paper

#28 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea - Wrapping Paper “Wrap” yourself up in a wonderful holiday season. Practical Christmas gift with NO calories! Attach Christmas tags, bows and you have a easy neighbor Christmas gift. My... [Read more]

#29 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas – (Free)Brownies

#29 Neighbor Christmas Gift Idea -Brownies. This one is FAST, Cheap and stinkin’ Cute. Shelley did this for our family last year and it made us laugh! I painted the handle of a wooden spoon red and used a white paint... [Read more]

#30 Neighbor Christmas Gift Ideas 7-UP

#30 Neighbor Gift Idea. Easy and Cheap! 7-up bottles with a quote that will make your neighbors feel they are loved! There’s “seven” reasons why you are “up” on our list of favorites! List 7... [Read more]