DIY Stitched Christmas Cards {Day 3}

Sending a card this Christmas? Why not add a little something special?

 

Begin by cutting and attaching a tree or other shape to a blank card with a very small dot of glue. This is just to hold it in place until it's stiched. I used a die cut machine, but you could most certainly cut it by hand.

Thread your machine with whatever color thread you like and sew along the center of the tree. There's no need to backstitch at the beginning or end.

 

When you're finished. Tie it off to hold the thread in place and finish with a personalized message.

Who wouldn't love this simple handmade mailbox surprise?

Here are a few others that I made!

If you love this...then you're really gonna love what's in store for tomorrow! *Hint* A little something to display your sweet holiday cards.

Miss day's 1 and 2?  Click here and here to catch up!

Happy crafting!

The Most Wonderful Time of the Year {+ a sale}

What an amazing weekend! I ate and shopped and ate and shopped and then ate some more. Now I'm at least 5 pounds heavier and almost finished with my Christmas shopping!
I hope your Thanksgiving weekend was just as great!


I have a few things to share with you today. I apoligize in advance if it's scattered.

First, here are a few pics of my favorite part of the weekend. Decorating our home for Christmas! This year was especially great with our newest addition!

Isn't she just adorable?!

First things first...tree shopping at our local farmers market.

Then for the decorating.. 

Pay no attention to the hidieous wood panneling...it's a rental!

Oh and I can't forget Ella Cate's "decolations."

I just can't praise God enough for all of his goodness!

What was your favorite part of the weekend?? I'd love to hear about it!

Psst...here's a little code in honor of Cyber Monday. Use BLACKFRIDAY40 for 40% off through midnight! Meet me back here tomorrow when we will continue our 12 Days of DIY mini series!!

Black Friday {sale}

Today is the day I wait all year for! As you're reading this I'm out doing what I do best...SHOPPING!

I can't help myself. I just love the hustle and bustle. And let's face it, it's fun to watch all of the crazies push and elbow trying to get the best deal!



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Speaking of deal. Hows about a little handmade black friday deal??

Today through midnight use code BLACKFRIDAY40 for 40% off!! That's right...40%!

Oh and while you're out...be sure to pick up some yarn, a straw wreath, and some felt for Day 3 of the 12 Days of Christmas DIY mini series!!

The Happiest of Thanksgivings

XOXO

 

DIY Mini Bunting {Day 2}

Wanna make this???

 

All you need is a needle, bakers twine or embroidery floss, felt, and a pair of scissors.

Begin by cutting small triangles out of felt. I cut 18 for a 1 yard banner.

Thread your needle and begin stitching your triangles.

Spread them out as close or as far away as you like.

Boom! You've got the sweetest little bunting you've ever seen.

If you love bunting as much as I do, here's another DIY!


Happy Almost Thanksgiving! I'll be spending the day relaxing and planning out my black friday madness. If you're looking for some suh-weet deals{including 40% off in my shop}click here!

DIY Handmade Gift Tags {Day 1}

If you know me at all, then you know I'm all about some packaging. I'll buy almost anything if it's wrapped pretty or has sparkles.

This Christmas instead of buying cheesy gift tags or stickers, I'm making my own{and you can too}!

I used a Martha Stewart stamp set that I purchased at Michaels. I already had some pretty red and white bakers twine that I ordered from Pretty lil Package and some pretty paper tags. Some of  mine were pre-cut from a kit and others I cut myself out of scrapbook paper.

Once I stamped them, they looked like this...

Then I wraped a gift in brown craft paper{a paper bag will give you the same look} and voila...

So pretty and so simple! I can't wait to hand out these little lovelies on Christmas morning.

See you back here for day 2 tomorrow! Want a hint?? Follow me on twitter and facebook.

12 Days of Christmas DIY {Mini Series}

Okay y'all! I'm seriously excited about the upcoming series on the blog. This holiday season, I'm really passionate about handmade. So I can't wait to share with you the...

Eeek! Get ready to get your craft on! For the next twelve days, I'll be featuring one handmade holiday craft per day. Here's a sneak peek...

So you better have your scissors and glue gun handy!



P.S. Don't forget December 5th is the deadline for all holiday orders! And remember the shop discount and giveaway here.

Oh and P.P.S. Only 3 more fb likes until another GIVEAWAY!

Just Had to Share

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Well Hey There!

Just wanted to let you know that I'm still alive and that I haven't forgotten about you!! I've been a busy bee this week getting ready for a little Pop-Up Shop today! I've been stitching my fingers to the bone.{not really...that's kind of gross now that I think about it}

Anyways, I'm super duper excited about the little mini series that I'm starting next week! Eeek! So gather up your craft supplies and meet me back here on Monday!!!



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XOXO

Holiday Gift Giving Guides

This Christmas I'm all about some handmade goodness. So today I want to share with you a few handmade holiday gift giving guides.{that was a mouthful} Everything you need is just a few clicks away...

     

Also, don't forget about my giveaway!