Tutorial: DIY hair extensions

Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs put her sewing skills to unusual use when she figured out how to make her own hair extensions. Yes, sew your own. I had no idea that you could this without specialized equipment, but it turns out that you can make them on your sewing machine. How cool is that??? Get the tutorial to find out how to do it.

And Debbie is celebrating Valentine’s with a Share The Love contest. Post a photo to the Squiggly Twigs Flickr pool that shows a garment you’ve made with Squiggly Twigs patterns or tutorials, and you’re entered to win a new pattern from her shop. Deadline is midnight ET on February 14, 20011. Get the details at Squiggly Twigs Designs.

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Christmas is one of those holidays that you just can decorate too much for. There’s no limit to the amount of holiday cheer you can bring into you home! There’s no such thing as too many Christmas decorations. You can bring Christmas décor into any room of the house – including the kitchen! Which is kind of fitting given how many Christmas activities and gifts are made in the kitchen. We’ve rounded up 13 Christmas kitchen accessories you can sew for your home or to give as gifts.

The list includes holiday themed hot pads, potholders ,aprons, and more that you can sew and decorate your kitchen all season long. Most are things you can make in an evening or less. These would also make wonderful hostess gifts for any holiday parties or gatherings you’re attending. Read on for the kitchen sewing ideas!