Christmas Craft Kits in House of Sylvestermouse

Nativity Stained Glass Banner Patterns

2013-04-09T07:46:00.000-07:00

Simply trace, cut and fuse! These patterns make it easy to create this gorgeous Nativity Stained Glass Banner.

You select the beautiful watercolor or batik prints in rich blues, yellows, greens, oranges, purples and golds that you prefer, and follow the step-by-step instructions included with the patterns to cut out and fuse the images onto black fabric.

There are 4 separate patterns so you can make all four sections or only one to complete the banner of your choice.

Certain to be a magnificent and cherished handmade heirloom and reminder of the true meaning of Christmas.

Buy the Featured Banner Patterns: Nativity Stained Glass Banner Patterns

A Cross Stitch Christmas ~ Handmade Heirlooms by BH&G

2013-03-28T09:47:00.003-07:00

The Better Homes and Gardens Cross Stitch Book Series is easily my personal favorite cross pattern book collection.

Each book is filled with beautiful cross stitch patterns for Christmas. It is hard to know which cross stitch project to start first!

Handmade Heirlooms is just one of the books from the series and it is packed with lots of great projects like the beautiful poinsettia pattern shown on hand towels below.

Cross Stitch is easy and an awesome way to create your own gorgeous artwork! I love to cross stitch. I have made several pictures for our own home and many cross stitch projects to give a gifts over the years.

Some cross stitch pictures have special significance and become family heirlooms. Others are just for fun!

Whichever is your preference, there is sure to be a pattern to please you in BH&G Handmade Heirlooms!

Buy the Featured Book: BH&G Cross Stitch Christmas Handmade Heirlooms Book ~ NEW

Learn to Cross Stitch: How to Cross Stitch

LANTERNS SEQUIN & BEADED ORNAMENTS

2012-11-07T09:25:00.000-08:00

Handmade ornaments add not only beauty to a Christmas tree, but a sense of family and tradition. Beaded ornaments will last for decades and will certainly become treasured family heirlooms.

Perhaps they will not have huge monetary value, but they will definitely have sentimental value.

Making sequined ornaments is not hard and these Sequin Lantern Ornaments would be quite lovely on any Christmas tree.

I personally have several handmade beaded ornaments that my own mother made nearly 40 years ago. They are one of my greatest treasures. They still sparkle, shine and reflect my mother’s love for her family and home. To me, they are priceless!

Everything you need to make 6 Lantern Sequin ornaments is included in this kit.

Buy the Featured Kit: Lanterns Set of 6 Beaded Sequin ORNAMENTS Kit ~ NEW

Learn to Make Your Own Beaded Ornaments: How to Make Your Own Beaded Ornaments

TEDDY TREASURES Cross Stitch ORNAMENTS Kit

2012-09-12T15:58:00.000-07:00

If you love teddy bears and you love to cross stitch, this cross stitch bear ornament kit is perfect for you. These precious little bear ornaments are sure to be a treasured decoration year after year.

These precious cross stitch ornaments would be beautiful on your Christmas tree, but they would also be adorable atop a Christmas present or a decoration on a Christmas wreath.

You could make these ornaments for yourself or to give as a gift. The recipients are sure to love them and they will think of you each year as they place them on their Christmas tree.

Everything you need to make 6 Teddy Bear cross stitch ornaments is included in this kit.

Buy the Featured Kit: TEDDY Bear TREASURES Cross Stitch ORNAMENTS Kit ~ NEW

Learn to Cross Stitch: How to Cross Stitch

DECORATIVE PAINTING for CHRISTMAS

2012-08-29T08:39:00.000-07:00

I have a niece who loves to paint beautiful designs on glass ornaments, mugs, plates, etc. for Christmas. I have been the grateful recipient of several of these gorgeous gifts. Each year, I lovingly unwrap them and carefully display them. Every time I look at either of the gifts, I think of my precious niece. I imagine her carefully applying each stroke of paint to create a gift of beauty.

This book has several Christmas designs, as well as, fall and winter designs. All of the designs are beautiful. It is really hard to choose which project to paint first! There is something in the book for everyone.

This holly leaf and peppermint design is one of my personal favorites. Not only is this plate perfect for serving treats to my family, but it is especially appropriate for offering Santa's cookies :)

These little gingerbread men are adorable on the featured teapot and mugs. I love this tea set design, but there is no need to restrict yourself to teapots, mugs and plates. Allow yourself to explore different mediums. Who knows, you may even find yourself painting a lovely design on the outside of your pets dinner bowl!

No doubt, once you see this book, you will have several personal favorites too. There really are a lot of designs to choose from and to paint for Christmas.

Buy this fabulous painting book: Fall & Winter Decorating Book

PHOTO MEMORY BOXES

2012-08-08T09:13:00.004-07:00

Memories are important to us all. We all seek a safe place for treasured keepsakes. When we make our own photo memory boxes, or give them as a gift, the boxes become part of those treasured keepsakes.

This Photo Memory Boxes book features plastic canvas patterns for 5 different boxes. There is one for a baby, one for wedding, one for family memories, one for the senior and, of course, the one shown above for Christmas. This box would be perfect for storing precious treasures from Christmas. It would also be perfect as a gift box!

Plastic Canvas is such an fun, easy and quickly rewarding craft. One of these handmade memory boxes would make a really sweet Christmas gift to give to anyone on your Christmas list. However, I suspect you will want to also make one for yourself too.

Buy the Featured Plastic Canvas Pattern Book: Photo Memory Boxes

SANTA & FRIENDS LAP QUILT TOP

2012-07-18T12:05:00.000-07:00

A truly beautiful cross stitch Christmas lap quilt top or wall hanging! These gorgeous animals are helping Santa decorate a Christmas tree in the midst of a winter wonderland. Whether finished as a lap quilt or a wall hanging, this quilt top is sure to add beauty to your decor. As a lap quilt, it will also help you stay warm on those cold winter days.

The Santa and Friends lap quilt top is stamped for cross stitch on a 50% polyester/50% cotton quilt top. Instructions are included with the lap quilt top.

I would like to join this lovely quilted throw or wall hanging in wishing you a very, Merry Christmas!

Buy this beautiful Christmas Quilt kit: Santa & Friends Cross Stitch Lap Quilt Top

A CROSS STITCH CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER BOOK by Better Homes & Gardens

2012-07-05T07:16:00.000-07:00

A Christmas to Remember is filled with fabulous cross stitch patterns!

Over the years, I have collected thousands of cross stitch patterns and hundreds of cross stitch pattern books. My absolute favorite cross stitch books are the collection by Better Homes and Gardens entitled A Cross Stitch Christmas. In this article, I will specifically focus on A Christmas to Remember which is only one of the books in the series.

Cross Stitch is such an easy needlework that really anyone can learn to create beautiful pictures, home decorations, magnets, bookmarks, stockings etc. The ideas truly are limitless! This book has tons of suggestions and patterns. Let me give you a few examples of what you will find between the covers of this awesome book.

This hardcover book is definitely one you will want to add to your library! The hard part will be deciding which cross stitch pattern and project you will want to make first.

Purchase this Book: A CROSS STITCH CHRISTMAS TO REMEMBER ~ NEW BOOK

Learn to Cross Stitch: How to Cross Stitch

Inspiration Ornament

2012-06-13T11:52:00.000-07:00

Some crafts are beautifully awesome! This Inspiration beaded ornament is sure to be a treasured heirloom. Its beauty will grace the Christmas tree year after year and is certain to draw tons of compliments and admirers.

The Inspiration Ornament kit is truly one of my personal favorites. This elaborate and beautiful Christmas ornament is not only gorgeous, but it will sparkle and demand attention on the Christmas tree.

If you love ornament kits, but need more information on how to make them, I have published a step by step instructions for How to Make Beaded Christmas Ornament Kits.

Remember, it's never too early to start working on your Christmas craft kits.

Buy today’s featured ornament kit: Inspiration Ornament kit

QUICK & EASY SEWING FOR CHRISTMAS

2012-05-30T09:32:00.000-07:00

I truly love to make gifts for friends and family to give as Christmas gifts or for other special occasions. Even during the summer months, I make Christmas decor and apparel so it will be ready long before the rushed days just prior to the Christmas holidays. Several family members have birthdays in early fall and they really appreciate receiving new Christmas related gifts.

This book has so many ideas and patterns that it is really hard to choose which project to make first! I love having so many choices. There is something in the book for everyone.

This cute Gingerbread Man place mat and napkin keeper is one of my favorites and is quite easy to make! Actually, why not make several and have enough for everyone at the table :)

Other gingerbread man patterns in this book include ornaments, a gingerbread pillow, and even a gingerbread man puppet.

I love the idea of bringing Christmas into every room of the house. Another personal favorite featured project in this book is the Holiday Dreams Sheet Set. This is also a beginner project that is fast and easy. It is sure to bring sweet dreams!

No doubt, once you see this book, you will have some personal favorites. There really are a lot of projects to choose from and to sew for Christmas.

Buy this beautiful Christmas Quilt kit: Quick & Easy Sewing for Christmas

Fabulous Craft Kits, Patterns & Books ~ On Sale Now for Memorial Day Weekend

2012-05-26T18:55:00.001-07:00

All items in the House of Sylvestermouse Ebay Store are on sale for Memorial Day. The sale will run for the entire Memorial Day Weekend.

There are over 200 items on sale for this weekend only!

You will find Crochet or Knitting patterns & books, Quilt patterns & books, Beaded Ornament kits, Felt Kits, and of course, Cross Stitch Patterns and Books.

All specialty gift items are also included in the sale.

Please come and join me for this sale and invite your friends! I look forward to seeing you there!

Fabulous Cross Stitch Kits ~ On Sale Now for Memorial Day

Plastic Canvas Pattern Books ~ ON SALE NOW for Memorial Day

Crochet Pattern Books ~ ON SALE NOW for Memorial Day

CHRISTMAS VILLAGE PAINT SET

2012-05-09T11:31:00.001-07:00

Painting your own Christmas village is not only fun, but the finished Christmas Village will be beautiful Christmas decor for your home! Imagine adding your own enchanting village to your holiday decor by arranging them on a table, mantle or display area.

This easy to paint Christmas Village Paint Set includes two homes, a church, and a Christmas tree made of gypsum. Each is ready to paint in your favorite colors and adorn with the marbles included in the kit.

This painting kit includes pre-cast gypsum figures, glass marbles, UL approved wire, light bulbs, and instructions.

Buy this beautiful Christmas Village Paint kit: Christmas Village Paint Set

SAUCY SNOWMAN CROSS STITCH KIT

2012-05-03T15:19:00.000-07:00

Few things are more adorable than this Saucy Snowman Cross Stitch Kit! Just looking at the snowman's cheerful expression and whimsical attire makes a body laugh and be filled with the spirit of the season.

Cross stitch is such an easy needlework and this door bell pull would truly be a very friendly way to welcome your guests. Of course, nothing requires you to hang him on the door. I, personally, think he would be adorable in the kitchen or any room of your home.

This kit includes 14 ct. white aida, lining fabric, bells, scroll hanger, a needle and the cotton floss needed to complete this happy little snowman.

Buy this beautiful Christmas Quilt kit: Saucy Snowman Cross Stitch Kit
Learn to Cross Stitch: How to Cross Stitch

SUGAR PLUM FAIRY Christmas TREE SKIRT FELT KIT

2012-02-16T07:49:00.001-08:00

Homemade Christmas decorations make a house feel like home and there is nothing more beautiful than a homemade Christmas tree skirt! Once you finish decorating the Christmas tree, you will enjoy adding that finishing touch which hides that ugly tree stand nicely.

This is such a cute felt tree skirt kit and simply adds that spark of Christmas magic! The kit includes the stamped felt, beads and embroidery floss needed to complete the tree skirt. Instructions and a needle are also included.

When I make a felt tree skirt, I use Thermoweb Heat'n Bond Fusible Interfacing (sold separately) to hold the pieces in place. This makes machine stitching around the pieces much easier. I have made several felt craft kits when I used only the fusible interfacing and did not sew the edges. However, if you are going to place gifts on top of the tree skirt, I do recommend sewing the edges of each piece in place.

This Sugar Plum Fairy and all of her pretty little treats are certain to be a lovely addition to your holiday decor.

Buy this beautiful Christmas tree skirt kit: SUGAR PLUM FAIRY Christmas TREE SKIRT FELT KIT

Radiance Beaded Ornament Kit

2012-02-09T10:54:00.000-08:00

There are so many fabulous and beautiful Christmas craft kits available that it is not always easy to choose just one or which Christmas decorations to make first, but I must admit, I love making beaded Christmas ornaments. I can usually finish one in an afternoon and the sense of accomplishment is wonderful.

I realize that it is only February, but starting our Christmas ornaments now, will ensure they will be complete long before I am ready to decorate our Christmas tree. I also make extra ornaments because there is nothing more exciting then giving handmade Christmas ornaments to family members and friends who I know will cherish them for many years to come.

Radiance Beaded Ornament kits are some of my personal favorites. These elegantly beautiful Christmas ornaments are not only gorgeous, but they will sparkle in the holiday lights on the Christmas tree.

If you love ornament kits, but need more information on how to make them, I have published my own step by step instructions for How to Make Beaded Christmas Ornament Kits.

Remember, it's never too early to start working on your Christmas craft kits.

Buy today’s featured ornament kit: Radiance Ornament Kit ~ Makes 4 Ornaments

Jingle Bell Christmas Tree Kit

2011-12-06T08:04:00.000-08:00

A colorfully delightful centerpiece for your holiday table! This is such a pretty little Christmas tree! It is perfect for a holiday table decoration, an office Christmas tree or even a Christmas tree for an apartment. This finished Christmas tree is approximately 13.5” high and a little over 6” wide. It could easily sit on a desk or kitchen counter and add a festive decoration to that work area.

I love the large jingle bells used to make this tree. The jingle bells alone are a traditional holiday decoration. Wired together on a wire form to make a Christmas tree, they make a truly awesome Christmas accent piece for any room without taking up a lot of space.

Buy this beautiful Christmas tree kit: PASTEL JINGLE BELL TREE KIT kit

Christmas Lantern Quilt Wall Hanging Cross Stitch Kit

2011-11-27T15:49:00.000-08:00

A truly beautiful cross stitch Christmas quilt or wall hanging! These gorgeous birds will not only add beauty to your decor, but they will bring a bit of the outdoors in during those cold winter months. Speaking of cold, they will also help you stay warm on those cold winter days.

This kit includes the stamped cotton fabric with finished edges, a needle and the cotton floss needed to complete the lovely work of art.

I would like to join this lovely quilted throw or wall hanging in wishing you a very, Merry Christmas!

Buy this beautiful Christmas Quilt kit: Christmas Lantern Quilted Wall Hanging Cross Stitch Kit

Polar Bear & Penguins Felt Applique Centerpiece Kit

2011-10-14T12:50:00.000-07:00

A delightful centerpiece for your holiday table! This Polar Bear and his Penguin friends are sure to add fun and cheer simply by looking at them, but I can easily imagine little hands wanting to hold them.

I love these little guys! The kit includes the stamped felt, yarn, needle and cotton floss needed to complete the centerpiece. You will need to purchase the stuffing separately.

When I work with felt, I like to use Thermoweb Heat'n Bond Fusible Interfacing (sold separately) to hold the pieces in place. This makes machine stitching around the pieces a snap.

Winter scenes are often part of any Christmas home décor and I haven't seen any I like better than these felt penguins and polar bear.

Buy this beautiful Christmas Felt Applique kit: Polar Bear & Penguin Felt Applique Centerpiece kit

Dangles Beaded Christmas Ornament Kit

2011-09-02T11:20:00.000-07:00

If you are searching for an easy ornament kit, this Dangles Ornament kit is an excellent choice.

The kit includes enough beads, drops and thread to make 10 lovely ornaments.

These elongated drop ornaments are not only beautiful, but they make the perfect filler for those bare spots on a Christmas tree. They would also be pretty as part of the bow on a Christmas gift and, not only that, they would make lovely gifts all by themselves.

Giving handmade ornaments as gifts is truly one of my favorite gifts to give. Handmade gifts are certainly my favorite gifts to receive.

A Christmas tree ornament will be proudly displayed year after year and remind the recipient of the giver. I have several that have been given to me over the years, and they are treasured and priceless to me.

I share a few of my own personal ornaments that I have received here: Decorating Our Christmas Tree

You may also enjoy browsing these selections of Beaded Ornaments: Beaded Christmas Ornament Kits

Bows and Bells Cross Stitch Table Runner Kit

2011-07-07T11:55:00.000-07:00

Cross Stitch your very own Bows and Bells Table Runner for Christmas!

This table runner will add beauty to your holiday table today and will be a treasured heirloom of tomorrow.

Cross Stitch is such an easy embroidery stitch, that truly anyone can learn to cross stitch!

The kit includes the lovely table runner that has been stamped for cross stitch, the cotton floss and instructions to complete this beautiful treasure!

Purchase this Kit: Christmas Bows & Bells Cross Stitch Table Runner Kit NEW

Learn to Cross Stitch: How to Cross Stitch

Christmas Mini Banners

2011-06-07T09:21:00.000-07:00

Cross Stitch Christmas Banners are really fast and easy decorations or gifts!

These adorable little banners can be placed throughout your home or even added as a Christmas tree ornament.

Cross Stitch is such an easy embroidery stitch, that really anyone can learn to create beautiful pictures, home decorations, bookmarks, magnets, etc. The ideas truly are limitless!

I’ll tell you one of my little secrets. I purchase the kits with the patterns that I really like and then I cross stitch the picture on different items. You really don’t have to be restricted to the kit. Once you have the pattern, you can create your own unique cross stitch decoration.

With this set of 9 banners, you could make several Christmas gifts for friends and family and still have a few left to keep for yourself.

Everything needed to complete these banners is in the kit, including the hangers!

Purchase this Kit: CHRISTMAS MINI BANNERS Cross Stitch Kit Bells Santa NEW

Learn to Cross Stitch: How to Cross Stitch

Easy Christmas Ornament

2011-05-20T10:58:00.001-07:00

This is a very easy Christmas craft and no previous experience is required to make this beautiful Christmas ornament.

Visit How to Make Your Own Beaded Ornaments in the House of Sylvestermous for step by step instructions and photos to make this awesome ornament. I also share my own personal tips in this article for making the ornament construction easier and more secure.

Since I enjoy giving handmade gifts for Christmas, this Snowflake Carousel ornament kit is a perfect choice. The kit includes everything needed to make 12 lovely ornaments. Wow, that is 12 gifts in one kit! No doubt, these gifts will be treasured by the recipients.

Purchase this kit: SNOWFLAKE CAROUSEL ~ 12 Beaded Sequin Ornaments Kit

See other Christmas Ornament kits: Beaded Christmas Ornament Kits

My all time favorite online store is, of course, House of Sylvestermouse. I have made many of my own recent Christmas crafts from kits offered for sale there.

JOY WREATH CARDINAL Kleenex TISSUE BOX COVER Felt Kit

2011-05-08T17:43:00.000-07:00

All homemade Christmas crafts are delightful additions to your holiday décor. One of my all time favorite decorative touches is the felt tissue box covers.

The Joy Wreath Cardinal Tissue Box Cover Felt Kit is an easy and lovely way to cover an otherwise nondescript or ugly tissue box cover.

These felt covers are so adorable you will be tempted to leave them out year round.

Buy the Featured Kit: Joy Wreath Cardinal Tissue Box Felt Cover Kit

Bearing Gifts Bear Coaster Set ~ Plastic Canvas Kit

2011-04-23T17:25:00.000-07:00

These adorable bear coasters would be such a delightful and enchanting addition to any home at Christmas. Their dual purpose of beauty and serviceability make them uniquely desirable. Plus, they would brighten up any table this Christmas!

This Bear Coaster Set is a plastic canvas kit that includes everything you need to make 6 Santa Bear coasters and the caddy. Well, everything except the scissors.

While it is not required to make the coasters, I would recommend backing your finished coasters with felt to help protect wood furniture. Felt is optional and is not included in the kit.

Plastic Canvas is such an easy, fun and quickly rewarding craft and these bears would make a really sweet Christmas gift to give to anyone on your Christmas list. However, I suspect you will be tempted to keep them yourself.

Buy the Featured Kit: BEARING GIFTS BEAR COASTER SET of 6 Plastic Canvas Kit

Woodland Holiday Tree Skirt Kit

2011-04-13T10:07:00.000-07:00

Homemade Christmas decorations make a house feel like home! For many of us, Christmas is a time for family and tradition. One of the traditions in our home is decorating the Christmas tree and wrapping the base of the tree with the handmade felt Christmas tree skirt. Our tree skirt is over a decade old now, but it is a part of our Christmas traditions.

I love this felt tree skirt kit! The kit includes the felt, trims, sequins, beads and floss needed to complete the tree skirt. When I make a felt tree skirt, I like to use Thermoweb Heat'n Bond Fusible Interfacing (sold separately) to hold the pieces in place. This makes machine stitching around the pieces a snap. I have made several felt craft kits when I used only the fusible interfacing and did not sew the edges. However, if you are going to place gifts on top of the tree skirt, I would recommend sewing the edges of each piece in place.

Santa and gifts are often part of any Christmas home décor, but the little woodland animals on this tree skirt are just so cheerful and sweet. What a wonderful way to include our forest friends in our holiday celebrations.

Buy this beautiful Christmas tree skirt kit: Woodland Holiday Christmas Tree Skirt kit