These cute crochet chain trees from Heather of Seams of Life won last week’s DIY Holiday Decor photo challenge on Indie Fixx. They are super cute, and even a crochet novice like myself could whip them up in no time at all. See how to make them over on Seams of Life.
Detroit adventurer Arthur Mitchell contributed “The Man Decorating Gift Guide” for 2010 to wife Jennifer Mitchell’s blog, Design Hole. Perfect for makers and crafters alike!
By Diane Gilleland The clock is ticking, and Christmas is very nearly here! Still need a quick, easy, and inexpensive gift idea? Try making some homemade herb and spice mixes. There are lots of ways to make them festive using crafty scraps you already have in your stash. This how-to helps you with the mixing […]
Becky from My Kids Make… has a great holiday kids project. Using your child’s handprints and footprint, have them create an adorable reindeer ornament! Write your child’s name and age on the back, and each year when you decorate your tree see just how much your kids have grown!
I’m loving this book Christmas tree made by the folks at Gleeson library in San Francisco last year. [via Laughing Squid and Recyclart]
Hillary Lang of Wee Wonderfuls created these amazing Clara and Nutcracker dolls and shares how to make your own over on her blog. Her process for creating Clara’s ringlets is fantastic.
Merry Christmas from all of your pals at Maker Media. We enjoyed collaborating with you all in 2010 and look forward to even bigger and better things in 2011. In the meantime, please enjoy this Max and Dave Fleischer Depression-era cartoon that so beautifully captures the spirit of a DIY Christmas. [Thanks, Laurie Stepp!] Have […]
