Looking for a last-minute gift?  There’s still plenty of time to make a funky quilted belt!  These belts are quick and simple to make, and require only a few supplies.  If you can sew a straight line, you can definitely do this!  [get the how-to]
Project Materials:

Canvas belt, $1
fabric scraps, on hand

Total:  $1
Caroline Sanchez (Care) has been sewing since her mom taught her the basics at around six years …

A monogrammed drawstring loot bag is the perfect gift for anybody who’s expecting to get a lot of schwag for the holidays (or just to keep all those little stocking stuffers together in one place). Last year, I made eight of these for my family members in less than two hours for all of them, the day before Christmas – that’s fifteen minutes per bag. …

Reader Virginia from blackflipflops used dollar store “silver” trays to make these cute chalkboard memo boards as last minute gifts. And guess what, these trays are also magnetic (I use them for magnet play boards at home), so they’re doubly as useful! I love the pretty flowers (inspired by these fabric flowers) made out of an old book, too! Click on over to Virginia’s blog …

Recycled TP Roll Snowflake Ornaments by Amy at Our Dish: FREE
Or maybe they look more like flowers? Either way, these pretty ornaments are made mostly out of recycled stuff! Awesome!

Eddie Ross-Inspired Glass Bulb Wreath by Carolyn at My Backyard Eden: $8

This wreath has a high-end look for less than $10. Love all that glitter and sparkle!

Origami Santa Hat by Kristin at What Are We …

Make a Whimsical Paper Village
Make a Paper Loop Tree
Make Pretty Felt Trees
Make a Stunning Origami Wreath
Make Christmas Cards from Office Supplies
Make a 20 Cent Christmas Swag
Crochet a Candy Garland
Sew a Quick Colorful Tree Garland
Make Hanging Snowflake Garlands
Make Wool Tree Ornaments from Felted Sweaters
Make a Peppermint Candy Tree
Make a Large Snowflake Decoration out of Doilies
Make a Mini Snowglobe
Make an Armored Ornament
Make a Holiday Button Wreath Picture
Make …

Thanks to Stephanie from Cre8tive Designs who submitted this great idea (and tutorial) for turning a place mat into a holiday card holder! You can get most of these supplies at the dollar store. I even saw feather boas in the toy section with the dress up clothes last time I was at the DS! Sweet! -Heather

Make a Card Holder out of a Place Mat …

Some of you may have been following the drama that unfolded surrounding the Wreath Week Handmade Wreath contest’s final voting round. Yes, it was as dramatic and exciting a conclusion as the presidential election of 2000 (oh my, was that nine years ago??)!
As I mentioned before, holding a contest at Dollar Store Crafts was new to me, and things were done kind of on the …

Thanks to Sheri Stevenson of ChildMade.com who wrote this guest post. She’s full of great dollar store crafting ideas, and shares them all on her site. Check out this clever tutorial, and eight bonus ideas she’s provided! -Heather
Make a Pyramid Box Tree by Sheri Stevenson, ChildMadeTutorials.com
For many years now, (I think 13?) I’ve been working with my church to put together our annual Family Christmas …

Thanks to Jessica from Happy Together, one of my favorite bloggers! She always has such cute ideas, and I am happy to share this great last-minute and hostess gift idea with you. -Heather
Pot Holder Dish Towel Tutorial by Jessica Fediw, Oh So Happy Together
This is a super quick, in a hurry gift. It’s cute and practical. I especially love these because my daughter can’t yank …

Edited to add, Friday Afternoon: Thanks to everyone who voted for the Handmade Wreath. We had a bit of a cliffhanger because the poll didn’t close as it was scheduled to at midnight and votes continued to be cast. I am going to hand-count the votes up until Midnight, and post the winner… stay tuned, and thanks for your patience and your participation!
Welcome to round …