You CAN Make This!
I love the idea of giving home made gifts for Christmas, but some of us don’t have any special crafting skills! I’m raising my hand here!
Not everyone can sew heirloom garments or carve wooden toys, but YouCanMakeThis.com is foolproof in allowing you (yes, you!) to make a delightful homemade gift that will wow the recipient
For many families, the state of the economy is making the Christmas budget tighter than in previous years.
Giving homemade gifts saves money, and with great patterns and project ideas from YouCanMakeThis.com , your homemade Christmas won’t leave your family feeling deprived!
The patterns and project sheets from YouCanMakeThis.com are very low cost or free!
This Chef’s Hat Pattern is one of the free goodies at YouCanMakeThis.com! It can be made in children’s or adult sizes. Wouldn’t it be cute to give your child a chef’s hat to go along with their toy food or play kitchen on Christmas morning?
There are lots of great projects that you could make for just about anyone on your list!
For children, I adore these felt cupcakes with removable felt baking cups, or maybe some felt donuts; perfect for a party with your Felt Tea Set!
My boys would love to have a Pirate Jack doll, complete with a pet monkey and treasure chest!
Many families love to have special Christmas pajamas so that early morning gift opening photos look presentable.
YouCanMakeThis.com has beginner level patterns so that you can make sweet sleepwear for your little ones, like these easy pajama pants!
YouCanMakeThis.com was created with the goal of serving the curious, “do-it-yourselfer” by providing high quality, easy-to-understand guides. We do this by partnering with designer-authors who share their expertise in a variety of eBooks and downloadable patterns. To eliminate the hassle (and waiting) of shipping, all of our guides are in convenient eBook format. These easy-to-use electronic files are available to download immediately after purchase. The YouCanMakeThis blog is loaded with topics from selling at craft fairs, plus size patterns, back-to-school tips to contests with great prizes.
The website boasts nearly 700 eBooks in 34 categories, each with helpful photos to virtually hand-hold you through each step of every project. All of the guides are formatted in convenient eBooks so you can make your presents while the kids are tucked upstairs in bed!
Browse through the website, download your choice immediately after purchase and feel good that your buy puts money in the pocket of the mom who wrote the book.
Between now and December 1, enter MakeGifts in the code window when ordering and receive 10% off your order!
YouCanMakeThis.com is offering a giveaway for TWO Mom Most Traveled readers to receive an eBook of their choice, up to a $20 value!
To enter, visit the YouCanMakeThis.com site and tell me which eBook you would choose, and the category it is in!
TWO winners will be chosen at random.
This giveaway is open to all!
This contest will close on November 28, 12 midnight CST!
*Congrats to Christine Jenson and Sherry!*
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19 November 2008, 6:00 pm
I would choose one of the photography ebooks
thanks!
Terra Joness last blog post..Help Us Win a Wii!!!!!
20 November 2008, 12:18 am
I would choose the Personalized Name Pillows under Applique Category. Very cute!
20 November 2008, 6:38 am
I would choose the Spiral Skirts in the twirl skirts category–it would work for my girls and me!
20 November 2008, 6:40 am
I bookmarked you in my delicious…I’m SerenaKate.
20 November 2008, 12:58 pm
I think I would try to make the Fun Fleece Animal Hats under Clothing Ceations. We’re getting my son a kitchen for Christmas, so I might try out the free hat to see how I like their patterns. Thanks for sharing!
hedwards25 (at) yahoo (dot) com
20 November 2008, 1:19 pm
I would chose Olivia’s Outing - Felt Toys, which is in the Crafts section.
20 November 2008, 1:37 pm
I love the crochet cupcake pillow…but if I win I would let my mother pick out what she would like. I would love to win this for a christmas present for her.
=) melanie
http://melaniescrafts.blogspot.com
melanieadey at hotmail dot com
20 November 2008, 2:00 pm
Everything seems so useful. I would choose The Duet” Apron Set - Adult & Child Sizes from Featured products category.thanks
20 November 2008, 2:27 pm
I would choose the Gingerbread Felt Set in the toys and activiities category.
20 November 2008, 2:48 pm
I like the you can make your own gourmet cookie boquet in the cooking & and baking area.
20 November 2008, 3:01 pm
You CAN Make This! | Mom Most Traveled…
Enter to win the pattern eBook of your choice from http://www.YouCanMakeThis.com
2 winners, each prize $20 value….
20 November 2008, 3:41 pm
It’s on the main page when you click on the ribbons icon. THe book I’d buy is called:
Complete the Outfit: Guide to Creating Boutique Ribbon Accessories
I think it’s just so cute, and for the prices people charge to do it for you, I think it would be great to do it myself and share the love with kiddies in my family.
20 November 2008, 4:19 pm
I’d go with “LTB Hair Bow Instructions” and I found it in the hair accessories section thanks for entering me!
20 November 2008, 4:19 pm
I love this site. I get their emails. I would get the Bundle Pack: Timeless Top-Dress & Princess Corset Top-Dress
20 November 2008, 4:32 pm
I would like the caramel pretzels in the cooking and baking.
20 November 2008, 5:00 pm
I would choose the Scrabble Tile Jewelry ebook from the Craft’s category or the Photography ebook.
thanks.
20 November 2008, 5:44 pm
[...] Pattern of Choice November 20, 2008 · Filed Under Crafts, Uncategorized Where: Mom Most TraveledWhat: YouCanMakeThis.com Pattern of ChoiceHow To Enter: Leave a comment on the giveaway/contest [...]
20 November 2008, 7:31 pm
I love the photography ebooks!
20 November 2008, 8:46 pm
I would get the Ribbon Sculptures e-book. I’ve been wanting to learn to do these for my grand daughter. Thanks!
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20 November 2008, 8:48 pm
Just twittered for this one - Sherrylinn
Sherrys last blog post..Just had to share
20 November 2008, 8:55 pm
I would like the tutorial on how to Make Caramel Pretzels. It is under the Cooking and Baking category. They look so yummy.
20 November 2008, 9:02 pm
LIttle boy ties are hard to find, I would love to win this one:
http://youcanmakethis.com/info/boys/Boys-Ties.htm
in the boys category
20 November 2008, 9:30 pm
Olivia’s Outing - Felt Toys
20 November 2008, 9:35 pm
i would make the personalized pillows
20 November 2008, 10:14 pm
I’d pick How to Make Boutique Fairy Wings from the Crafts category.
gkstratos@yahoo.com
21 November 2008, 2:13 pm
i’d like to try the Make a Silky Blankie
21 November 2008, 2:19 pm
stumbled upon, nickname wigget
21 November 2008, 11:21 pm
“how to make glass pendants” would be my pick!
22 November 2008, 11:55 am
i want to learn how to make glass pendants.
22 November 2008, 5:03 pm
I’d love to win any one of the digital scrap booking kits. There’s so many of them that I like!
22 November 2008, 5:05 pm
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22 November 2008, 5:08 pm
My pick would be How to Make Trendy Totes - This was a very hard task. LOL TY
Janets last blog post..Enter to Win!
23 November 2008, 9:39 am
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23 November 2008, 4:54 pm
Shopping Cart Seat Cover!!!
Deborah
dbstout{at}juno{dot}com
23 November 2008, 10:00 pm
The Scrabble in Style 77 Projects, in the Jewelry and Beads category, would cast a spell on me, I’d be speechless but scrabble-worthy for crafts and imaginative oh-too-cute ideas!
G-R-E-A-T !! in scrabble lingo!
24 November 2008, 2:24 am
Oh great a contest open to all!
I would choose ‘Take the Next Step: 4 Ways to Install a Zipper’ from beginner basics! Need help with that.
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24 November 2008, 5:38 am
Love to get the one on making hairbows!
24 November 2008, 2:47 pm
I would chose Basic Pie Baking under the baking and cooking catergory
24 November 2008, 6:36 pm
I love the Chic Apron under Featured Products! Thanks!
anthonlm01(at)aol(dot)com
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24 November 2008, 7:29 pm
In the clothing creation category, I would TOTALLY choose the “Fancy filled Tutu!”
24 November 2008, 8:23 pm
I would choose the Personalized Name Pillows under the Quilting section.This would make a great gift for my 5 year old daughter who loves pink!!!
24 November 2008, 9:29 pm
I would love to be able to win the cuddles blanket. It’s in the baby category. It looks so warm and toasty for the little babies!
25 November 2008, 2:42 pm
I would get the twirl girl skort pattern (Twirl Skort 6M-6
). I’ve been looking for a cute skort pattern for my girls 4 and 6.
25 November 2008, 2:43 pm
I would love to win the HTM a car seat cover in the baby section. SUPER CUTE!!
25 November 2008, 2:56 pm
I would choose “reach for the sunshine book” from the category BABY!
25 November 2008, 2:56 pm
I would choose the clothing creation girls apron top. It’s versatile and so cute
25 November 2008, 3:08 pm
crochet catagory: shells sunhat.
Cloche Hat with Fabric Tie - Crochet Pattern
Crocheted X’s & O’s Skull Cap
hoot crochet owl hat
“Fun Bear Silly Hat” Crochet Pattern
Hoodie Sweater with Squirrel and Owl Applique
There are a ton of things on here I would love, !!!!
25 November 2008, 3:11 pm
OMG! What a great site!!
Lessee….I’d try the crochet monkey blanket (under knitting/crocheting) and the PJ bottoms (under boys).
This site makes me wish I had girls!!
25 November 2008, 3:50 pm
All-in-one romper from the clothing creation category would be my pick if I win. I would love to make these for my little girl.
25 November 2008, 4:02 pm
Too many to choose -but anything girly. I love the filled tutus, the Miss Madeline peasant dress and the wrap top and dress (all under clothing creation)
25 November 2008, 4:08 pm
I ? the Make an “Oh-So-Chic” Apron! under featured products. I really need one! And there is a store around me that has cupcake fabric. I want to make it now! There are just way too many to pick from!
25 November 2008, 4:17 pm
Hi - I would like to win the fun fruit felt food & instructions it’s located in the toys & activities section. Thanks so much!
25 November 2008, 5:03 pm
Love the spiral skirt!
25 November 2008, 5:08 pm
Hi there I like the fuzzy booties they are soooooo cute. I have been looking for different projects to crochet and these are just adorable and perfect for the colder weather. Love it!!
25 November 2008, 6:26 pm
I would pick the Miss Madeline peasant dress (5-10 years) under the clothing design and creation or I would pick the “How to make Boutique Hairbows” under hair accessories.
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25 November 2008, 8:18 pm
The Booty Bag in the handbags section. It is really cute and I think my daughter and niece would enjoy one.
25 November 2008, 8:42 pm
I would definitely choose either the ruched and ruffle skirt pattern or the peasant dress one for my daughter. What fun projects! Thanks for the chance to win!
25 November 2008, 8:42 pm
I would definitely choose either the ruched and ruffle skirt pattern or the peasant dress one for my daughter. What fun projects! Category was clothing creation. Thanks for the chance to win!
26 November 2008, 1:38 am
The felted foods - the sack lunch kit by Bugga Bugs look super cute!!
26 November 2008, 3:06 am
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26 November 2008, 3:26 am
I like the applique the easy way e-book. Wow - they have some great things! I bookmarked them so I can take my time & check out all the awesome things they have!
Thanks!
ericbrooks75(at)yahoo(dot)com
26 November 2008, 3:29 am
I would love the Vertical Strip Twirl Skirt in the twirl skirt section! Adorable! Thanks for the chance to win it!
26 November 2008, 7:36 am
If I could crochet/knit there are a slew in that section I’d love to have.
Since I can’t, I’d choose Smocking 101 from the beginner’s basics category.
26 November 2008, 11:10 am
it would be one of the “kids can make this”
26 November 2008, 11:48 am
I LOVE YCMT!!! I have the reversible patchwork bucket hats on my wishlist (from the featured items list)
Robin (rsislandcrafts)s last blog post..Harry Potter
26 November 2008, 11:49 am
I twittered…rsislandcrafts
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26 November 2008, 3:31 pm
I would choose the Sewing Made Simple book in the Beginner Basics category. Fun!
26 November 2008, 3:46 pm
The Scrabble in Style 77 Projects, in the Jewelry and Beads category for me
26 November 2008, 5:09 pm
I like the chick mommy diaper bag. It is really cute.
26 November 2008, 7:28 pm
“Gorgeous Pettiskirt- Any Size!” under Clothing Creation.
28 November 2008, 9:08 pm
In the category of Applique I chose “How to Applique the Easy Way”
28 November 2008, 9:17 pm
I’d pick Submit how to photograph children’s clothing under photography
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28 November 2008, 9:18 pm
STumbled ~ momof2ballerinas
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28 November 2008, 10:22 pm
I’d likely choose the Personalized Name Pillows found under the Baby section.
Tammys last blog post..Time4Learning
29 November 2008, 12:31 am
Like the Mama Paparazzi Creative Photography Projects for Moms & Kids in the photography section.
29 November 2008, 2:44 am
I would love to have the “Easy-Fit” Pants - Girls & Boys! Sizes 1-10 (Doll sizes, too!) which is in the Boys Catagory. Thank you so much for the great contest.
29 November 2008, 4:43 am
I like the She Loves Me, She Loves Me KNOT Handbag in the handbag category.
29 November 2008, 5:39 am
I’d love How to Decoupage Shoes! It’s in the Shoes section.
29 November 2008, 5:42 am
I twittered you!
choochoo428
29 November 2008, 5:58 am
My favorite is the Digital Scrapbooking Kit - Hint of Beauty in the Digital Scrapbooks section. Thank you for the opportunity to participate in this giveaway!