The weather here in Ohio has been pretty crazy. First off, 2011 has been the rainiest year on record and as a result, our December has been warmer and greener than normal. This has made it a bit harder to “get into” the winter holiday season. Secondly, it seems that when we have a “dry”…
Archives for December 2011
Rasta Ladder Scarf
You guessed it, another Malabrigo Rasta Pattern. I love how dropped stitches showcase the beauty of this yarn. It seems that scarves with dropped stitches are usually worked from side to side (width wise). I thought I’d turn this idea on its ear and work the scarf lengthwise and see how this turns out. Well,…
Dream DIY idea for 2012 – Concrete Counter Top!
I have an old house (built in 1888) and have been dreaming of moving my kitchen into a different room and then turning my old kitchen into a laundry/craft room. Since my dream plans have me putting in a new kitchen, I am looking for ideas that can keep costs down. Well, I ran across…
Newspaper Gift Wrapping Ideas
Okay, I’m taking a break from holiday shopping, baking, and crafting. I decided to look around for some ways to wrap my gifts. Here are two amazing tutorials I found. Check them out! How To Make A Bow How to Make Gift Bags from Newspaper 4you
Minty Kiss Cookies
You have probably had one of those peanut butter cookies that have a chocolate kiss on top. Well, what would you think of a recipe that is easier and yummier (if you like chocolate and mint, that is). Well, for those times when you have no time but want to make a big impact, try…
Cappuccino or Chai Latte Anyone?
Okay, admit it, you have people on your gift giving list that you have no clue what to get them. Well, everyone eats and drinks so I usually turn to the kitchen when I am truly stumped. Here are three extremely easy yet very yummy drink mix recipes that will impress everyone on your gift…
4 Hour Hat – Bulky
I always find is humorous how crafters are such optimists! We all think that when it comes to making holiday presents, we are superhuman and can complete 100 handmade gifts in a month! I am guilty of this. I will work like a mad woman until the morning of Dec 24 and then I…
Yarn, Needles, and a Movie!
It’s December! I LOVE the holiday season. People begin giving thanks in late November and then all of December is about bringing joy to your loved ones and your community. There are food drives, clothing drives, cookie exchanges, gift exchanges, caroling….oh, so much! I’m getting to psyched! As you know I have been on a…