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G O T O : GET CODE

F E L T * C A T

This adorable felt cat is just purrrfect!
G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS

C R O C H E T * P U D D I N G

This crochet pudding looks good enough to eat!

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Planet June

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

P Y R A M I D * B O X

Wrap your gifts in style with these template-free pyramid boxes

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Secret Corridor

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

C H A N D E L I E R * O R N A M E N T

If you don't have a digital cutter, then a steady hand is all you need to make this elegant decoration

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Cheeky Magpie

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

B E A D E D * S A N T A

There are lots of clever projects on this site, but this one is just charming!

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Beaded Jewelry

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

T W I G * T R E E

Primitive and minimalist all rolled into one!

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Esprit Cabane

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

P A P E R * H E A R T

A simple idea, and yet so effective. A great project to get the kids involved with today.

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Rees Dixon

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

V I E W M A S T E R * C A R D

This truly inspirational card is a real cracker!

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Khrome

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

F E L T E D * S A N T A

If you've ever wanted to try felting here's a great tutorial to get you started

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : JulietK

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

I C E * S K A T E * O R N A M E N T

Sometimes the simplest ideas are the most effective.

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Not Quite Vintage

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

B A T H * B O M B S

These are a lovely idea for a homemade Christmas present.

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Spicy Apple Pie

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

X M A S * P U D D I N G * C O O K I E S

These would make great presents...or you could just eat them yourself!
G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Cherrapeno

S A N T A * H A T

These hats make a novel alternative to the traditional Christmas stocking

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Secret Corridor

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

N AT I V I T Y * P R I N T O U T

Here's a lovely project to keep the kids busy during the Christmas holidays, and help teach them the true meaning of Christmas

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Scrapbook Scrapbook

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

F A N C Y * F O L D * C A R D

Another unique crafting idea from one of our favourite contributors, Linda Elbourne.

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Linda Elbourne

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

F E L T * B I R D S

These felt birds are easy to make and only need a minimum amount of sewing.

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Pom Pom Emporium

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

P A P E R * H E A R T S

Follow the diagrams to make a simple paper heart, or follow the links for something more challenging!

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : haabet.dk

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

A D V E N T * C H E S T

This re-usable advent calendar from Bubbly Funk is something you'll treasure for years to come.

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Bubbly Funk

This project features in
Our Craft Shops' Advent Calendar 2009

B L O G * M I S T L E T O E

Add a little festive cheer with this sprig of Mistletoe. Copy this code to add it to the top of your own blog.

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Secret Corridor

F R E E * B A C K G R O U N D

Pucker-up with this stylish mistletoe-adorned background.

G O T O : INSTRUCTIONS BELOW
C O N T R I B U T O R : The Secret Corridor
B A C K G R O U N D * C O D E

A D D * B A C K G R O U N D
For best results the Blogger template 'Minima' should be used when adding this background. See 'CHANGING TEMPLATE' below for more information.
  1. click the 'customise' link at the top of your blog
  2. click 'Add a Gadget'
  3. select HTML/Javascript-type gadget



  4. leave the title blank
  5. copy the code (above) into the box
  6. click Save and you're finished!

C H A N G E * T E M P L A T E
Custom backgrounds will work with any Blogger template, but for best results its always best to use the 'Minima' template.
  1. click the 'customise' link at the top of your blog



  2. click 'Choose New Template'
  3. 'Minima' should be the first template listed. Select the first version of 'Minima'
  4. Click 'Save Template' and you're done!

F R E E * B A C K G R O U N D

This simple Christmas background will not detract from your own rich content.

G O T O : INSTRUCTIONS BELOW
C O N T R I B U T O R : The Secret Corridor
B A C K G R O U N D * C O D E

A D D * B A C K G R O U N D
For best results the Blogger template 'Minima' should be used when adding this background. See 'CHANGING TEMPLATE' below for more information.
  1. click the 'customise' link at the top of your blog
  2. click 'Add a Gadget'
  3. select HTML/Javascript-type gadget



  4. leave the title blank
  5. copy the code (above) into the box
  6. click Save and you're finished!

C H A N G E * T E M P L A T E
Custom backgrounds will work with any Blogger template, but for best results its always best to use the 'Minima' template.
  1. click the 'customise' link at the top of your blog



  2. click 'Choose New Template'
  3. 'Minima' should be the first template listed. Select the first version of 'Minima'
  4. Click 'Save Template' and you're done!

A L T E R E D * T - S H I R T S

Oodles of ideas for recycling old t-shirts into something funky, stylish, or downright bizarre!

G O T O : FREE INSTRUCTIONS
C O N T R I B U T O R : Hide Your Arms

F R E E * B A C K G R O U ND

Add some Christmas cheer to your blog with this background.

G O T O : INSTRUCTIONS BELOW
C O N T R I B U T O R : The Secret Corridor
B A C K G R O U N D * C O D E

A D D * B A C K G R O U N D
For best results the Blogger template 'Minima' should be used when adding this background. See 'CHANGING TEMPLATE' below for more information.
  1. click the 'customise' link at the top of your blog
  2. click 'Add a Gadget'
  3. select HTML/Javascript-type gadget



  4. leave the title blank
  5. copy the code (above) into the box
  6. click Save and you're finished!

C H A N G E * T E M P L A T E
Custom backgrounds will work with any Blogger template, but for best results its always best to use the 'Minima' template.
  1. click the 'customise' link at the top of your blog



  2. click 'Choose New Template'
  3. 'Minima' should be the first template listed. Select the first version of 'Minima'
  4. Click 'Save Template' and you're done!

F R E E * I N S P I R A T I O N


Some great how-to snippets in this book that will leave you wanting more (that's the idea!)

G O T O : LOOK INSIDE!
C O N T R I B U T O R : amazon.com

F R E E * B A C K G R O U N D

Celebrate Valentine's Day with this background & header set from DebsCraft

G O T O : FREE BACKGROUND
C O N T R I B U T O R : DebsCraft

F R E E * B A C K G R O U N D

An 'all year round' background & header set from Debs.

G O T O : FREE BACKGROUND
C O N T R I B U T O R : DebsCraft

F R E E * B A C K G R O U N D

This Valentine background will add a touch of 'boudoir' to your Blog, without detracting from it's content.

G O T O : INSTRUCTIONS BELOW
C O N T R I B U T O R : The Secret Corridor
B A C K G R O U N D * C O D E

A D D * B A C K G R O U N D
For best results the Blogger template 'Minima' should be used when adding this background. See 'CHANGING TEMPLATE' below for more information.
  1. click the 'customise' link at the top of your blog
  2. click 'Add a Gadget'
  3. select HTML/Javascript-type gadget



  4. leave the title blank
  5. copy the code (above) into the box
  6. click Save and you're finished!

C H A N G E * T E M P L A T E
Custom backgrounds will work with any Blogger template, but for best results its always best to use the 'Minima' template.
  1. click the 'customise' link at the top of your blog



  2. click 'Choose New Template'
  3. 'Minima' should be the first template listed. Select the first version of 'Minima'
  4. Click 'Save Template' and you're done!

F R E E * B A C K G R O U N D

Shower your Blog in Animal Valentine love with this free blog background & header set from Debs.

G O T O : FREE BACKGROUND
C O N T R I B U T O R : DebsCraft

F R E E * I N S P I R A T I O N


Learn the deeper meaning behind prayer beads

G O T O : LOOK INSIDE!
C O N T R I B U T O R : amazon.com
W A N T * T O * C O N T R I B U T E ?
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