Thursday, December 29, 2011

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From Sherri Osborn, your Guide to Family Crafts
Are you ready for 2012? I think I am!

Free 2012 Printable Calendar Pages
Check out these free 2012 printable calendar pages. You can create a free 2012 calendar for yourself or to give as gifts using these printable calendar page templates. Add your own creative touches to make each calendar page unique...read more

How to Recycle Christmas Cards
After Christmas, or any occasion, what do you do with all the beautiful greeting cards you receive? Do you pack them away? Do you throw them away? Forget those ideas and recycle those used greeting cards...read more

Best and Worst Homemade Gifts
Did you give or receive a homemade gift for Christmas? If you did either one, please take a few moments to share your stories, tips, successes, and failures... Read more

Spotlight Crafts - Ornaments, Hugs Gift Box, More
Here are some projects you can save until next year or make for another occasion! who says you can't have ornaments for Valentine's Day.
  • Santa's Key - This is a great instant craft that will help kid's who do not have a fireplace rest assured that Santa will still be able to get in.

  • Hugs Box Gift Craft - Find out how to make this simple gift. You need very few supplies and everyone on your gift list will love it!

  • CD Photo Ornament Craft - Use these free directions and pattern to create a photo ornament using an old CD.

  • Glass Ball Snowman - Find out how you can create a cute snowman craft using a clear, glass ornament.

  • Fleece Snuggle Bag - Today is Cuddle Up Day so why not make this simple fleece sewing project! This snuggle bag is perfect for sitting around, or laying around, watching tv and cuddling. You can make a snuggle bag big enough for an adult, small enough to fit a child, or even one for a doll or a lucky puppy!

  • Christmas Tree Ornament - Make a tiny Christmas tree to hang on your big Christmas tree using puzzle pieces and these instructions.

  • Mini Domed Ornament Craft - A visitor, named Stormincher, shares directions for recycling a plastic knee-high stocking or gumball machine container into a fun Christmas tree ornament.

Enjoy, and remember, if you complete any of these crafts, take a few moments to send me a picture and it can be featured here too!

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