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Healthy DIY clementine wreath - Christmas gift
This year, why not share the citrus joy with your friends & neighbors? Give a healthy gift this Thanksgiving or Christmas with a festive clementine wreath. This clementine wreath by dreamflight6000 is super simple to put together and will make any lucky recipient thankful for your wonderful creativity! Create one and wish the ones you love a happy & healthy holiday season! To create your own healthy DIY clementine wreath , you'll need clementines ( or other round fruits / sweets ) and a few simple craft supplies you've probably already have at hand.
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Kawaii amigurumi pencils (free crochet pattern)
Do you love crocheting and adorable soft toys ? Crochet this crocheted / amigurumi pencil which can be a wonderful handmade gift for your kids ( or grandkids ) or it can be a great teacher appreciation gift as well! In this nice crochet /amigurumi blog you will find the free amigurumi pencil pattern and a nice detailed written crochet tutorial ! This amigurumi pencil is an absolutely easy crochet toy project: you can create the pencil easily even if you are a beginner in amigurumi. This crocheted pencil doesn't require too much yarn , and it will look great in any color!
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Scandinavian crochet Santa gnome (free crochet pattern)
It’s almost December so it's time to start your holiday crocheting! This Scandinavian crochet Santa gnome is soo adorable and Chi Wei will share a free crochet pattern of him with us - so you won't need to rob a bank to crochet this year's Christmas decoration! This free amigurumi Santa ( or amigurumi Christmas gnome ) pattern is fairly simple, and it’s definitely possible to whip out one in an evening. They make great Christmas decorations , or this year make a little Santa amigurumi as a lovely gift for the kids ! We really love this cute little fella, the pattern is easy to follow and you will have a bunch of adorable amigurumi Santa ready in no time!
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Kawaii crochet Christmas cat in stocking (free amigurumi pattern)
Meet Chester, the curious Christmas cat who loves hiding in stockings! His arms and tail have wire in them so they are bendable! Chester can pivot backwards, so this stocking is functional as you can stuff special goodies in it!  This free amigurumi (crochet) Christmas cat  pattern is not really a beginner one, but it's absolutely not that difficult as it seems!  This crochet (amigurumi) Christmas cat makes a great Christmas decoration, or you can crochet this amigurumi cat as a lovely handmade Christmas gift for the kids!
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4 Easy & cute way to wrap Christmas gifts
Along with some instant gift wrap you can print and use, Mr Printables also has a few DIY gift wrap ideas without even having to print! This one is super simple and kids will love it. He thought those triangle flaps you end up with on each end of wrapped gifts just looked liked animal noses waiting to be smudged on with a little black paint, bringing it all to life. That’s all there is for this DIY animal gift wrap. It hardly needs a tutorial. Browse the images for reference and make your own versions!
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Rudolph reindeer lollipop - quick Christmas party favor
These reindeer Rudolph lolly pops by True Couponing are pretty much fantastic crafts for kids . Kids can create these super cute Christmas party favors in minutes, and of course they will love to eat them too! These lolly pop reindeer are really easy to make. If your kids are older they can help with the cutting and assembling, but if they’re little, you can let them have the glory of making them. These guys make awesome Christmas party favors or gifts , and you could even send them to school as a class treat!
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Doodles the deer plush toy (free sewing pattern)
Despite being a little tubby, Doodles the deer requires cozy accessories to stay warm during the winter. Doodles will make the perfect gift for a child , or anyone who appreciates plump, cuddly plush animals ! This reindeer plush toy can be made from new fabric or, for an eco-friendly plush toy , upcycled clothing or eco-friendly felt or fleece. Fluffmonger has made a video tutorial as well as a step-by-step photo tutorial for us on how to make Doodles the super cute soft toy reindeer. To get the video and the free pattern click the button below. Happy sewing !
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Cookie necklace (cookie lei) - fun edible gift idea
Make a cookie lei necklace ! This super easy to make cookie necklace ( cookie lei ) is a fun gift for a birthday, graduation or back to school surprise . Just visit the bakery section of your grocery store, find some yummy treats ( muffins, cinnamon rolls, pastries, cookies, frosted cookies, cakes... ) - all would work for this cute necklace! Of course you can use any other small ( edible ) gift s to create this fun lei: imagine a fruit lei with healthy citruses, a salty party snack lei, or a small toy lei! What a fun way to gift someone special! This fun party gift is easily customizable therefore it's perfect for both him and her!
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Gingerbread men cookies - fun Christmas gift idea
With this super easy cookie packaging idea you can turn boring store bought cookies into fun homemade Christmas treats in minutes! Brilliant isn't it? To create these super cute snowman cookies you will need a little cellophane ( or pre-packaged cookies ),a few buttons, and a cute ribbon! You can create the c ookie snowmen with sugar cookies or you can create other Christmas figures with brown ones ( imagine a cute gingerbread man from a chocolate chip cookies or an adorable reindeer from a gingerbread cookie )! This easy dessert packaging idea can be perfect for almost everyone at Christmas from family members, to teachers everyone will love them!
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DIY Shooting star party pinata -  fun party decor
With New Year's eve comes parties! And what says party more than a piñata ? This DIY shooting star piñata is great for new year's eve ,summer or really for any time of year. It’s a shooting star ,so it can easily be adapted for celebrating summer nights, graduations, birthdays, or make it in patriotic colors for Fourth of July. It’s a pull piñata ,so it’s great for indoors as well as out. Kids take turns choosing a curling ribbon to pull. So, you still get the element of anticipation to see who is going to be the lucky one to crack it open and you save dad from having to whack the thing to death to finally get it to open.Plus! You can keep the piñata and use it as decor later, or reuse it for another party. Just reattach more ribbon to the bottom and you’re gold.
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Snuggle bunny - free sewing pattern & sewing tutorial
Tina's cute little snuggle bunny sewing pattern is ready just in time for Easter. Snuggle bunny makes a great cuddly pressie, complete with her own blankey. We do hope you like this free pattern and will enjoy making  this super cute snuggle bunny plushie as much as we like it.  At MissDaisyPatterns.com you will find a free fabric Easter egg sewing pattern as well to complete your little Easter snuggle bunny.
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DIY Spinning Pusheen toy with a fidget spinners
Lots of people have requested more clay tutorials so here's a fun room decor or Christmas gift idea ! This funny DIY Spinning Pusheen toy re-uses a fidget spinner, which most people probably have at home already. Fidget spinners are on sale everywhere now so even you don't have one, you can definitely buy one pretty cheaply. Maqaroon has simply made a clay Pusheen to sit on top which turned out to be surprisingly fun to play with . We think this makes a lovely, touching gift for parents since they can keep this on on their desk at work.
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DIY Unicorn kinetic sand recipe - fun craft for kids
We love kinetic sand! If you spending way too much on the kinetic sand at the store: make it at home in unicorn colors with Mama Plus One's fun tutorial! This homemade kinetic sand is easy and affordable. Kinetic sand is such a great therapeutic tool, and also a great sensory tool! Read Mama Plus One's step-by-step tutorial on how to make your very own kinetic sand in fun unicorn colors.This DIY Unicorn kinetic sand recipe is super easy , quick to make and so fun to play with!
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DIY Easter - spring look and find sensory bottle (I spy bottle)
Just when it seems like spring will never come, we realize that it’s right around the corner. To help celebrate this beautiful and amazing season, create a fun craft that Kim (730 Sage Street ) calls a "look and find spring sensory bottle" ( I spy bottle ). You can turn this I spy bottle easily into a game: use 15 completely different items in the bottle then create a list of the things and make it a game to find all of them. So fun! Visit 730 Sage Street and create one fun spring I spy bottle with the kids:
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Adorable sheep purse for kids ( free sewing pattern & tutorial )
This might be your favorite sewing project ever! We are so in love with this free sheep purse sewing pattern by Fleece Fun! Seriously, who can resist this sweet little lamb face ? Custom purses can add to a fun personal fashion statement and this sheep purse is also perfect for stashing little treasures and toys in. Visit fleecefun.com, download the free pattern and learn how to make this super adorable sheep purse :
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Amigurumi lion toy (free crochet pattern and video tutorial)
This little crochet lion by Olga Askarova and Amigurumi Space is always ready for a sweet and squishy hug! This lion amigurumi pattern will take you right back to childhood and make wonderful gifts for the kids you love! Crochet your very own adorable cuddly amigurumi lion with this nice free written pattern and video tutorial easily ! This lion amigurumi toy is perfect for kids of all ages , and of course for adults as well! This super adorable amigurumi lion is such a cute friend for toddlers as well as a beautiful handmade gift for grownups. This crochet lion is so easy to make : this amigurumi project is absolutely suitable for beginner amigurumi crocheters!
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DIY Crochet snowman gift sack - free crochet pattern
If you are looking for ways to create fun and lovely Christmas gifts this little snowman sack by Repeat Crafter Me is just the perfect project for you! This adorable small crochet snowman gift sack can hold all the goodies and will give each of your kids a sack to open on Christmas! As usual, Repeat Crafter Me shares with us the crochet snowman gift sack pattern for free, so get your skeins and let's get crochet:
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Mr. and Mrs.Santa Claus - free crochet patterns (Christmas ragdolls)
Crochet Santa Claus is coming to town! Perfect for having your Christmas decoration be a reflection of your love of crochet , this lovely couple by Passionate Crafter is fun to make and will add a lovely charm to your Christmas decor. Mr. Santa Claus is cute and cuddly and of course, he loves Christmas ! He also has a weakness for all kinds of toys and for Mrs. Claus! Now you can make your own crochet Santa Claus and his beloved wife with Passionate Crafter's easy-to-follow, free crochet tutorial:
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Little amigurumi snowman (free crochet pattern)
By following along Ekaterina Nikolaeva free amigurumi pattern , you will be able to crochet this adorable snowman in no time! This sweet amigurumi snowman is sure to bring a smile to any face! This amigurumi cutie is a wonderful seasonal decoration or soft toy for kids. This amigurumi snowman also can be a lovely little ( winter themed ) rattle toy for a newborn baby ( just swap the plastic eyes with hand embroidery ). At Amigurumi Space's pattern collection you can get the free amigurumi pattern of this super cute snowman. This amigurumi pattern is an easy and quick one, so, if you are a beginner in amigurumi this snowman is an absolutely perfect toy to begin with!
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Amigurumi snowman in winter clothes (free crochet pattern & video tutorial)
There's nothing like crocheting toys for your kids that they'll love forever! Watch them play with your handmade creations all throughout their childhood. Stitch this lovely crocheted snowman for your little ones to enjoy! Simply follow Olga Askarova's great, easy-to-follow free amigurumi pattern or s tep-by-step video tutorial and create this lovely amigurumi snowman in no time! If you need a lovely Christmas gift or want to make your favorite munchkin a handmade toy this amigurumi snowman makes a sweet little gift.
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Adorable gingerbread man ragdoll (free crochet pattern)
Who doesn’t love gingerbread man cookies ? We all do right?! Check out this super adorable, awesome ( and free ) gingerbread man pattern by Passionate Crafter and make these lovely gingerbread man ragdolls for this years Christmas festivities! These awesome ones will be loved by all and especially by your kids. Passionate Crafter's will give you this wonderful free amigurumi gingerbread man pattern which will guide you through the process of creating this adorable crocheted toy with lots of interesting details, personality, and cuteness! So head to passionatecrafter.com and get the free pattern now:
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Crochet Christmas elf ragdoll (free crochet pattern)
Playing with super cute huggable plushies are so comforting and fun! The perfect excuse to play with lovely plush toys ( regardless of your age ) is to crochet one! For example: crochet this lovely little Christmas elf ragdoll as a handmade gift for your friends and family members! This lovely amigurumi Christmas elf ragdoll will sure to bring a smile to any face! So follow along Passionate Crafter's free crochet pattern and create one! You can make this lovely huggable amigurumi Christmas elf ragdoll from any color and size yarn , the end result will be wonderful and it will surely bring great joy to the one who gets it.
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Amigurumi Rudolph the red nose reindeer ornament (free crochet pattern)
Between the hustle and bustle take time to enjoy a cup of coffee ( or hot cocoa ) and do a little crocheting : let's crochet cute reindeer ornaments to pair with your Christmas decoration ! This crochet project is super easy and quick , it can be a perfect choice if you haven't got too much time or skill in crochet ! This cute Rudolph the red nose reindeer ornament ( or keychain ) can be a great ( Christmas ) gift for your friends. So head to amigurum.com and create this lovely little crochet ornament: by Ekaterina Ustinova:
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Plush amigurumi snowman - free crochet pattern
By following along Ekaterina Kononova's free amigurumi pattern at AmiguroomToys.com, you will be able to crochet this adorable snowman in no time! This sweet amigurumi snowman is sure to bring a smile to any face! This amigurumi cutie is a wonderful seasonal decoration or a soft toy for kids. This amigurumi snowman also can be a lovely little cuddle buddy for a newborn baby ( just swap the plastic eyes with hand embroidery ). So, if you need a lovely Christmas gift or want to make your favorite munchkin a handmade toy, this amigurumi snowman is a perfect choice!
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DIY Sock puppet making kit - fun Christmas gift idea for kids
We LOVE making sock puppets and we bet that many children feel the same, so you can’t go wrong with a build a sock puppet kit as a fun Christmas gift idea ! This DIY sock puppet making kit by The Country Chic Cottage will grant hours of fun! This gift in a jar is perfect for the kids on your gift giving list. The kids will love opening this gift then getting creative and building their own sock puppets. You can find hundreds of sock puppet / sock softie ideas around the internet ( even you can find some of them here! ) so choose one, collect the ingredients, stuff them in a big mason jar and voilá' you have the perfect gift for those little creative hands!
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Small amigurumi Santa & Rudolph the red nose reindeer (free crochet patterns)
Christmas is the most wonderful time of the year! And of course this Santa and his little helper : Rudolph the red nose reindeer ( designed by Éva from Éva's Doll Shop ) , can not be missed. This cheerful crocheted Santa and the little amigurumi Rudolph is just perfect as a festive little decoration , but kids may want to have him in their room watching while they sleep. This time Éva, in this detailed, step-by-step crochet tutorial will teach you how to make them in no time. Be sure to make one or two for the special little ones in your life today:
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DIY mason jar snowman - Christmas gift wrapping idea
This lovely little mason jar snowmen by Red Ted Art is a super cute, quick and easy way to decorate a jar for Christmas , Christmas gifts , school jar decorating competitions or Christmas fairs. This upcycled mason jar snowmen ( filled with various small treats, toys, delicious cookie or hot cocoa ingredients ) makes a great last minute Christmas gift for best friends, teachers or for your family. It also can be a great Christmas / winter decoration because it's so cute! Watch this step-by-step video tutorial by Red Ted Art and learn how to make these fun little mason jar snowmen:
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Amigurumi Santa Claus Christmas ornament (free crochet pattern)
Get in the Christmas spirit with this adorable Santa Claus ornament ! This lovely free pattern for this crochet Santa ornament by Sewrella is a cute way to include crochet into your Christmas decor. Decorating Christmas tree is probably one of the most exciting things to do with your family during the holiday season and handmade ornaments are such perfect for doing so. So head to sewrella.com and make one or two cute little Santa ornaments to hang on your tree! ( These festive little crochet Santa ornaments are also really great gifts to give for the holidays. )
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Small amigurumi reindeer - Rudolph (free crochet pattern)
Crochet your very own adorable cuddly amigurumi reindeer Rudolph with Nelly Handmade & Elena KHokhlova's lovely free crochet reindeer pattern in no time! This reindeer amigurumi toy can be a lovely gift for kids of all ages , and of course for adults as well! If you'd like to make this adorable crochet / amigurumi reindeer bigger, simply use a thicker, heavier weight yarn and a larger hook. This super adorable amigurumi reindeer is such a wonderful Christmas gift for kids and grownups. This crocheted reindeer is also super easy to make : this amigurumi project is absolutely suitable for beginner amigurumi crocheters! Head to amigurum.com and get the free pattern :
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Amigurumi pig in red stripey sweater (free crochet pattern)
There's nothing like crocheting toys for your kids that they'll love forever! Watch them play with your handmade creations all throughout their childhood. Stitch this lovely crocheted pig by Julia Kuzmova and Amiguroom Toys for your little ones to enjoy! Simply follow Julia's great, easy-to-follow free amigurumi pattern and create this lovely amigurumi pig in no time! If you need a lovely Christmas gift or want to make your favorite munchkin a handmade toy this amigurumi pig makes a sweet little gift. You can create various accessories for your little piggy by using up your scrap yarns as well.
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Soft amigurumi reindeer (free crochet pattern)
Know a reindeer lover? We've got the perfect gift for them: a lovely and super soft crochet reindeer ! Whether you're gifting this amigurumi reindeer as a toy, or as a home decor, this little plushie will thrill reindeer fanatics. This cute crochet ( amigurumi ) reindeer can be a perfect handmade gift or handmade toy for your kids or grandkids, because this super adorable amigurumi reindeer is a perfect soft toy for both boys and girls! At Amiguroom Toys you will find Anastasia Dmitrieva's free amigurumi reindeer pattern which will help you to create this adorable crocheted toy with lots of interesting details, personality and cuteness! You can use any color, type and size yarn to crochet your own adorable amigurumi reindeer , but for the softest result use Himalaya Dolphin Baby!
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Soft little amigurumi snowman ( free crochet pattern )
By following along Yuliya Chebanova's free amigurumi pattern at AmiguroomToys, you will be able to crochet this adorable snowman in no time! This sweet amigurumi snowman is sure to bring a smile to any face! This amigurumi cutie is a wonderful seasonal decoration or a soft toy for kids. This amigurumi snowman also can be a lovely little cuddle buddy for a newborn baby ( just swap the plastic eyes with hand embroidery ). So, if you need a lovely Christmas gift or want to make your favorite munchkin a handmade toy, this amigurumi snowman is a perfect choice!
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