Want to make some holiday ornaments to decorate your home or to give as gifts? Here are some free patterns.
For the writers: a great article on how to start writing your story. (I have no problem starting. I like the starting part. My problem is finishing. Somebody please write that article.)
I didn’t get around to writing an RIP for the late Stephen Sondheim. But not to worry, because my friend Donna did. Bookmark this and listen to all the wonderful music when you can—it’s awesome.
Doesn’t it seem harder and harder to buy the perfect gift for a special person? And with the supply chain problem we’re experiencing, this Christmas might be even more challenging for shoppers.
Maybe we all could make gifts this year.
And if we could use supplies we already have, that would be super!
And if we can repurpose something we have that we’re not using, even better!
Looking around the web for ideas, I’ve found some that look not terribly difficult or expensive to make. You still have time to make a few of these! (And you can probably modify them to accommodate materials you have on hand.)
Chunky Knit Throw Blanket I priced the yarn at about $10 a skein, and you need at least 3 skeins for a small throw blanket, so proceed cautiously with this. The good news: no needles or supplies needed other than the yarn!
Photo Keepsake Ornaments You could use any photos for these. You could go take pictures of your recipients’ houses! (But if you look like you’re casing the place, you could get arrested. . .)
Upcycle an Old Frame for the grandparents. The kids can help. Use it to frame a picture of the family in ugly Christmas sweaters or a kid’s visit with Santa.
Now it’s your turn. Are you making any holiday gifts this year? If you do, post a picture on your social media or website, and give us a link in the comments below. (It’s okay if you wait until after you give it if it’s a surprise.)Tell us how you made it—did you design it yourself? Or where did you find the instructions?
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Georgia O’Keeffe on the art of seeing. And lots of links, if you enjoy going down rabbit holes.
I may have included these father of the bride photos in a previous edition of Creative Juice. You know what? They’re so beautiful, you should see them again.
I am a little addicted to Etsy. I am moderate in my buying habits, but I love to browse. I am often amazed and inspired by what I find there. Here are a few things that knocked my socks off this week.
Furniture/gymnasium for your cats:
Interactive magnetic wallpaper:
Credenza with tambour doors made from recycled skateboards:
Don’t those just make your fingers itch to create something wonderful yourself? Good! Because here are some crafts for you to try:
ARHtistic License 