It is hard to believe that Christmas is less than two weeks away. We have started some holiday baking - one of my favourite activities this time of year. There are a number of recipes we only ever make at Christmas - it makes the season more special … [Read more...]
Scandinavian Christmas Decorating
Our theme for Christmas decorating this year is Scandinavian Christmas. We are using lots of white, natural, silver, grey and a sprinkle of red. Our Christmas tree is more than 20 years old and it is getting a little thread bare. Each year it … [Read more...]
Yuletide Cottages
I am excited to share my latest Christmas pattern with you - Yuletide Cottages. This trio of Yuletide Cottages will add festive cheer to your Holiday décor. Featuring three different cottages, they are constructed using raw edge applique (also known … [Read more...]
Festive Soaps
I always like to have a few small gifts on hand during the Christmas season. These festive soaps are easy to create - just wrap a scented soap with brown paper, applique a Christmas tree, and tie with bakers twine. These little festive soaps are … [Read more...]
Folded Hexagon Ornament
With only two weeks left until Christmas, we are starting to put the finishing touches to our decorating, before we start on the holiday baking. I love this time of year - spending time with family and friends, and making and baking special treats … [Read more...]
Christmas Stars
It wouldn't be Christmas without some handmade Christmas decorations. I have long admired German Christmas Stars (also known as Froebel Stars; Nordic Stars; Advent Stars; and Christmas Stars) for their lovely 3 D effect. They are quite easy to make … [Read more...]
Advent Countdown
Advent calendars are a tradition in our home. We always love the countdown to Christmas and the festive season. This year I have gathered some white tea pots, tea cups, dishes, jars, and other assorted bits and pieces from around our home. I have … [Read more...]
Button Wreath
This Christmas season, I will be decorating our home with a vintage vibe. I plan on incorporating some of my treasured vintage haberdashery supplies into our Christmas theme, as well as other vintage items such as old typewriters, suitcases, cigar … [Read more...]
Christmas Star Coasters
Christmas sewing is fun, any-time of the year! When this lovely bundle of Under the Christmas Tree arrived recently, I couldn't resist playing with it straight away. I made simple Christmas star coasters, edged with ricrac trim. Under the … [Read more...]
DIY Snow Jars
Even though we live in Western Australia and usually have hot weather at Christmas, there is something magical about snowy Christmas scenes. We are celebrating Christmas over lunch with 17 of our extended family this year. The weather forecast is in … [Read more...]
