As the nights draw in our minds have turned to DIY Christmas decorations – or at least decorations that can be used for both autumn and Christmas! My husband is busy pruning back the garden ready for winter, so we are busy making the most of the free prunings to make new Christmas decorations. This …
Learn just how easy it is to make a Christmas pudding decoration with this quick sew project. The finished Christmas pudding decoration is perfect to hang on your tree, or add to the front of a Christmas card, doubling as a card and a mini gift. I appreciate not everywhere in the world has the …
There is something magical about the tradition of Christmas stockings. It is thought the tradition of Christmas stockings started with the origins of St Nicholas. They are often filled with coins, small toys, candy and fruit or other small gifts. If you are looking to make gifts check out 25+ stocking stuffer ideas. …
I love making the most of my fabric scraps and old jeans, these sashiko denim Christmas stockings capitalize on these passions. Find your red fabric scraps, embroidery floss and an unrepairable of jeans, all set?! Personally I love working with old jeans, it’s a fabric that is readily available – regularly ask friends and family …
Are you a family who love the tradition of a Christmas stocking? Then these fabulous fabric DIY stocking stuffer ideas are for you. Start now and you will quickly have a handmade gift for each stocking – plus these ideas are great for using up your fabric scraps. These gifts include ideas for all the …
Do you have a stash of old jeans? Love making fun advent calendars? Then this DIY advent calendar is for you. There is so much joy to be had making your own advent calendar. If you love the idea of prompts for Christmas activities check out my printable list, this year I think I am …
As the nights draw in we are starting to think about making our own Christmas decor. With many people fully aware of the negative impact of plastic, and the environmental impact of cutting down trees you may be looking for an alternative Christmas tree idea. I appreciate this is a little simplistic, you may be …
We have many, many curtain pole rings, I kept them for an unknown future project. Christmas feels the appropriate time to have a play, to see what DIY upcycled Christmas decoration ideas I can come up with, using them as a basis. DIY Upcycled Christmas Decorations from Curtain Rings RECOMMENDED SUPPLIES: Curtain …
My passion for repurposing old ripped jeans just has to be directed towards Christmas decorations – in particular, a DIY mini stocking advent calendar. Perfect for mini gifts, chocolates, Christmas activities (read on for a free downloadable list of activities for your own advent calendar). But be warned this project takes a little time – note …
With the countdown to Christmas beginning now is the time to sew a few gifts for friends and family. Here’s a round up of my recent 12 Days Of DIY Christmas Gifts series. Sewing Gift Ideas Sashiko Cute Coin Purse This coin purse is the perfect size for coins, gift cards, small selection of makeup …
Today I am super excited to be hosting this DIY Felt Christmas Ornaments Kit post from Lisa of Cucicucioo Hey, there! My name’s Lisa and I’m the founder of Cucicucicoo: Eco Sewing & Crafting! I publish tutorials for creating beautiful and fun clothing and objects with respect for the environment. I love making something cool …
Welcome to the last of my DIY rustic Christmas decorations. These are inspired by bits of wood left over from various DIY projects. The wood off cuts are transformed into beautiful simple trees. It seems like a life time ago we were brainstorming DIY rustic upcycled decorations to make for a local craft fair, rather than …