Ho, ho, ho! Christmas came early this year – like today, when I picked up my mail and found copies of the holiday issue of Stitch Craft Create. This issue has 114 beautiful, glistening pages of holiday crafty goodness. Sewing, quilting, paper crafts, holiday decorating, mixed media – it’s all here. And because I’m no Scrooge, I’m sharing two of my copies.
This is just a tantalizing sample of a few of the projects in the holiday issue (and by the way, these beauties are all made with STYROFOAM Brand Foam. STYROFOAM Brand Foam + Christmas = a Christmas crafting tradition).
How can you win a copy of the holiday issue of Stitch Craft Create, plus one of our crafting aprons? Please tell me what you like – and don’t like about Crafts ‘n Coffee. I want you to love your visits to Crafts ‘n Coffee and I want to be sure that you like what you see – and that you’re inspired to go make something. Is there something you’d like to see more of? Or less of? More tutorials? More home décor? More kids’ crafts? More Christmas crafts? Or??
Please leave your responses below by midnight on Thursday, September 20, and I’ll announce the winner on Friday, September 21.
Looking forward to hearing from you!
**NOTE GIVEAWAY IS CLOSED – Winners Announced**
Happy crafting.























I SO enjoy crafting…the quicker not much talent required are my favorites. Many first-time crafters leave a rough edge on the projects, that can be spotted from an airplane
Your directions/pictures prevent such awkward moments!
I am finding the world of recycling, and enjoy the spontaneity required — and unique finished goods. Your tutorials allow for applications to be altered to fit other projects, while not assuming that we are all professionals trying these projects! PLUS the projects introduced are new, not the “oh, I have seen that one 100-times before!” Keep up the GREAT work, it is truly appreciated!
I love the simplicity and do-ability of your crafts! Plus, you are inspiring just to get inspired by! Susan
hope to win! so glad i clicked on the link…so many great ideas!
I just love this site especially the tutorials. Love Christmas items. Would like templates/patterns to print off
I love how you showcase crafts that are holiday related because I get great ideas and even pass those off to friends and family. I also love your format and clear, crisp photos, and great project directions. Thanks so much for the awesome content.
I love it just as it is! I love the great pictures and the easy to make crafts!
I’ve popped in here from the Styrofoam site. Yet I know I’ve been here before! And I like it here! Sooo, this time I’m going to follow by email so I don’t miss anything!! But I think what kept bringing me back is the lure of craft projects. And the coffee! Two of my favorite things
So glad you’ve joined us, Nancy. Thank you! Sharon
Sharon,
I love you just the way you are and look foward to opening my e-mails from Crafts ‘n Coffee. Tutorials are always great– my crafts come out better with pics and tutorials. It is so much fun to so how all different holiday ideas are featured.
I love to save Christmas cards so any old or new ideas on how to craft with them would be great.
Sharon, many thanks for sharing your creativity and for your hard work!
Jane
Awww, thank you so much, Jane. I’m so glad you’re enjoying Crafts ‘n Coffee. Thank you for the suggestion, too. Sharon
Just started following your site and LOVE it! I like to see tutorials, holidays and seasonal. Slowly starting to make and sell my crafts. Love to put my own spin on things I see, so that it isn’t an exact duplicate.
Thanks so much for the follow, Lisa.
I love your emails. Always great ideas.
What do I like? Geez everything! You are always so upbeat and all your crafts are for a wide variety of tastes. Everything from cutesy to floral to modern and all the stuff in between. I like that you post clear pictures of the crafts and they are always easy to do. I am inspired everytime I see one of your posts. (I just rarely have the time to make all the crafts I see). I wish my job was to make these crafts everyday. LOL How much fun would that be ?!
Only request;I would like to see more birthday party decorations. Keep up the good work:)
Sure would be fun, Katiria. Though the professional designers I know will tell you it’s fun till they have to do it over & over again to get it right, and take precise measurements, write exacting instructions, etc. Thank you for your suggestions re: party decor. Sharon
I look foward to getting your emails, you have some great ideas. Most of your tutorials are easy to understand and I have most of the supplies at home, I dont have to run to my favorite craft store looking for supplies.
I love your site! I love how you guys have a mixture of crafts for kids, home decor and tutorials that don’t break the bank. Thanks so much for the opportunity!
Would definitely like to see more fall stuff since it is that time of year. And I definitely like stuff that can take us from Halloween to Thanksgiving. Thanks for the fun giveaway!
I love all the different ideas, something for everyone! The tutorials are great and I love how I can whip something up that doesn’t require vast amounts of supplies or take days to complete. Keep up the great work and thanks for the chance to win.
Help… I can’t figure out how to subscribe to stitch craft create None of the links work Thanks, Diane
Hi Diane, I just checked the link in the first paragraph above and it did take me to Stitch Craft Create, and you can order the fall issue here: http://store.marthapullen.com/stitch-craft-create-fall-2012-halloween-issue?lid=SCCK080712. Right now, the magazine is not available via subscription and you have to purchase each issue individually, either online or in the store. I hope this helps — please let me know if you still have questions. Thank you for stopping in. Sharon
Sharon,
I have mentioned before how inspiring your site is and how obvious it is that you put a lot of time and dedication into it. Thanks for that — you rock!
Currently, I am hoping for some spooky projects for Halloween, but I guess you have already planned something like that.
Thanks for the chance to win this awesome magazine and apron.
Happy crafting,
Birgit
Indeed, I have a few Halloween projects in the line up and will share them very soon . . . in fact, I hope to work on a few today! (I remember that you’re a big fan of Halloween, Birgit, though you have to observe it somewhat vicariously over in Germany). Thank you for stopping in and providing feedback. Sharon
This generous offer could not come at a better time. Enjoy receiving all the notifications of project ideas thru my facebook acct,pinterest and thru my email. I can’t get over how many of these ideas are not expensive at all ..Most of the time II have the items on hand.. It all started again for me was the need to redo my new place.My first project was scrapebook page covered wall art.
Thank you for sharing your story, Hilda. I’d love to see your wall art — please feel free to share a photo on our StyroCrafts Facebook page. Happy crafting! Sharon
I’m not sure how helpful I’ll be to better your site because I think it’s absolutely the best already! I love that you show tutorials and open my mind to different ideas. My favorite post actually is about the Styrofoam scrapbook paper wall art. How easy and cute that is. I never would have thought of that. Thanks so much for the inspiration your site has brought to my crafting!
Linda
So glad you’re inspired, Linda. Please let me know if you make any of the scrapbook paper wall art – it’s super easy. And of course, with so many styles of scrapbook paper, the looks are endless. Thank you for chiming in.
Love, love, love your site. Such great Inspiration. Keep up the good work.
Love the tutorials and a person can never have 2 many of them
Thank U 4 this fantastic giveaway opportunity.
ColleenB.
Sounds like tutorials are a favorite of lots of our readers, Colleen. I really appreciate the feedback (good & bad!). Happy crafting! Sharon
I love getting CraftsnCoffee in my email. I get great inspiration from your posts. Great tutorials and info about new products and great giveaways! It’s crafting nirvana for anyone who craves creating!! Be especially blessed, Kathy. LOVE LOVE the book!!!!
Thanks, Kathy. It’s a beautiful magazine – I’m so glad I can share it!
I just love your website! I love the projects and you give excellent instructions! And I love that the projects are achievable and affordable! Just keep sending the craft projects our way! Your website is very cool!
Why thank you!
I’m enjoying your website, especially any tutorials that repurpose/recycle items. Kids crafts are always appreciated too. Thanks for your fun giveaway!
Great feedback, thank you! Sharon
I find your site very inspiring! I used to make wreaths out of grapevines and straw forms. The styrofoam is easier to use. Home decor features are great. Maybe include kids crafts and maybe some guest features. Would love to see what other crafters are doing.
Thank you for the vote of confidence, Donna, and for the suggestions. I appreciate your input. Sharon
My favorite crafts are found at Crafts and Coffee!!!! My stash pile is sky high with all the great projects to make from your website. Please keep them coming. Happy Fall.
Aren’t you sweet. Thank you, and happy fall to you, too. Sharon
Thank you for your offer! I just started following you and so far I LOVE everything I’ve seen. I am very much a “holiday person” so I am always interested in anything holiday related. Christmas is my favorite holiday. Tutorials are always great! Again, thanks! Oops, I think I’ve missed the closing date but I will send any way!
Thank you, Patty, and you’re right on time. This giveaway is open till midnight next Thursday, 9/20. Sharon
Hi! I love Crafts and Coffee for all kind of projects. They are easy to do with young children. And my grandchildren love to” work” with me.
I let you give us surprises with your futur projects.
Thank you, have a nice day
Awww, thank you so much! I’m glad you’re inspired, and that you’re teaching the next generation to craft. Sharon
I love you just the way you are!! I love tutorials and you cannot have too many of them. I love to craft but do better with a tutorial and pictures. I really love anything holiday related to I love seeing posts of this type.
Why thank you, Anne.
I loved everything about Christmas but even when libos with whom they can share with acquaintances to make Christmas decorations for the house. thanks po share and blessings
Thank you, Marilyn. I’m not sure what you mean by “templates” – please fill me in. Thanks! Sharon
I love Crafts and Coffee as the projects are all so doable and won’t break the bank…… I love templates so would love to see more of them…….