Fabric Pumpkins

Make your own unique pumpkin patch in an afternoon! Materials: Fabric (I'm using a piece 14" by 22") Natural Jute Poly Pellets Hot Glue Gun and Glue Poly-Fil (stuffing) Sewing machine, thread, needle Scissors Directions: I'm using a piece of fabric 14" long by 22'' wide.  This will make a 6'' to 7'' tall finished … [Read more...]

Burlap Flowers

These twisted burlap flowers are the perfect touch for fall.  Group them on a burlap covered wreath, small ones on a name card, napkin ring, or on a gift bag! Materials: Burlap Scissors Hot Glue Directions: Start by cutting the burlap into strips, the thicker the strip the bigger the flower, the thinner the strip the … [Read more...]

Easy Sew Turkey

These fabric turkeys will add festive charm to your table scape, mantel, or bookshelves.  You will need basic sewing skills for these cuties, but don't worry - it's not too tough for a novice.  They are made from a simple pattern, only 2 pieces, and the size is very easy to change (bigger, smaller, fatter!).  Get your sewing machine out and gather … [Read more...]

Kid’s Artwork Turkey

Gather the kids, grab some paint and lets make paper turkeys that stand up!  How adorable are these  just make sure that Grandmother gets one, too!  These turkeys are so easy that any age can help make them.  This turkey pictured here has water colored tail feathers, but if you can get the kids to put their hands in paint.  I love the tail feathers … [Read more...]

Felt Napkin Rings from Paper Towel Roll

If you have crafting children or one who wants to try out a fun craft, this might be it! I have made these out of felt, but scrapbook paper or construction paper would work great too. Materials scissors felt or paper (I used felt in brown, light brown, tan, green and orange) glue or hot glue Paper towel roll DMC floss or thread … [Read more...]

Quick & Easy Festive Fall Candle Holders with Beans

This is a quick and easy way to add a touch of fall to your table. I did a layer each of popcorn, dried red kidney beans and dried green split peas, then tied hemp around the the vase.  Check out the dried bean section in the grocery store on your next visit. This candle I glued a band of the dried green split peas on the candle, … [Read more...]

Paper Pumpkin Place Cards

These simple little pumpkins are so quick and easy and add that extra charm to your festive table!  They can be place cards with a name or display words of things to be thankful for.  Maybe even let the children cut & decorate the paper with paint or markers and let them finish the pumpkins with each guest's name or what they are thankful … [Read more...]

Fall Candle Holder from Recycled Jars

These quick, easy, and charming recycled jars are a snap to create and make great centerpieces or hostess gifts.  Gather up some scrape burlap, ribbon, felt, twine, and fabric, and you're almost done! The hardest part is deciding on which jar to use! Look for different shapes and sizes,  make sure a candle fits in side.  First cut burlap … [Read more...]

“Give Thanks” Recycled Painted Jars

If you have some extra glass jars that were headed for the recycling bin, don't toss them just yet! Use them to create this adorable decoration that can be adapted for any season or occasion! Look for jars of different sizes and shapes  If you have the lids, great! If not, you can still made it work.  :) I'm using fall colors to go with my … [Read more...]

Decorative Paper Pumpkins

These cute little pumpkins are so easy and versatile - they can be in any color or shape, tall and thin to big and round! Gather up your fall colored card stock paper, and a few sticks from the yard and you'll be ready to make pumpkins! Add the pumpkins to your centerpiece, on the fireplace mantel, in the kitchen, or - my personal favorite - tie on … [Read more...]