
DIY + Handmade


DIY Silver Anniversary Gifts That Sparkle and Shine Without a Big Spend

How to Add a Personalized Surprise to a Wedding Gift Straight from the Registry

Colorful Keepsakes: Make a Personalized Coloring Book from Your Favorite Photos

Easy Projects to Transform Reclaimed Scrap Wood into Rustic DIY Christmas Gifts

A Gift in Itself: Easy Eco-Friendly Christmas Wrapping Ideas

An Apple Bake Off Party with DIY Decor Inspirations for a Late Fall Harvest

DIY Fall Paradise Party Ideas for Hosting an Out-of-Season Luau

Personalized Wrapping Paper Helps Craft Thoughtful Gift Giving

Online Artisan Community Connects on Elfster to Share Unique Pottery Gifts

A Few Simple Ways To Give Your Home A Spring Refresh

The Handwritten Letter Project Sparks Creativity in Pen Pal Group

Inspired by the Beauty of Outlander Costumes, Elfster Group Shares Their Incredible Talents

Home-baked Pie — The Apple of Our Eye!

Dozens of Cookiers Exchange Tempting Treats

U.K. Crafters Swap Groovy Gifts This Summer Using Elfster

Moms Share Local Tastes By Swapping Delicious Delicacies

Group shares love of knitting with mystery exchange

Handmade gift exchange connects Irish crafters

Fun DIY Holiday Tips

Craftaholics Celebrate All Things Handmade in Worldwide Gift Exchange

Friday the 13th : Spooky Treats by the Baker’s Dozen

Belated Thank-You Notes: The No-Shame Guide
Here we are, almost three months into 2011. Practically one quarter of the year has passed, and it seems like only yesterday you were jamming to holiday hits, wondering just what figgy pudding really was.
But by now, you’ve probably discarded the tree and paper snowflakes. And if you’ve forgotten to send your holiday thank-you notes, well, you’ve literally dis-carded more than that! Your friends and loved ones have (regrettably) been gypped of your proper gratitude.
If the guilt is finally starting to creep in, don’t fret. We might be glorifying procrastination here, but Elfster believes that a late thank-you note actually presents a golden opportunity for extending holiday cheer, and pleasant surprises are simply never a bad thing!
Are we making you feel any better? Now that you’ve found the necessary motivation to write a belated holiday thank-you note, here are a few strategies to give it character and tact:
“Let’s not tell Santa about this, shall we?”
Reference to a higher authority will help the recipient to remember that no one is perfect. Try to mention the special “powers that be” in your life to customize the message.

Elf Week Kick-off: The Rookies n’ Milk Marathon!
Well, it’s now officially “crunch time” and we’ve got all the delicious details of the Rookies n’ Milk events, right here on the Elfster Blog!
Remember, if you’re following the Elf Week competitions at home, be sure to keep an eye out for our updates this week. Check out these official Rookies n’ Milk “Elf-Help” articles in the meantime!
Current Standings
Elf Julie is presently in the lead, having successfully scarfed the North Pole’s entire population of gingerbread men. She is now speed-skating over Lake Freeze-Pop with the finish line in sight. But don’t count your turtledoves before they hatch! Julie is recovering from a brain freeze injury last week, and only time will tell how she holds up for the final moments of the race.
Buttered Rum is no match for Elf Peter who is chugging for Second at the Sleigh Bell Saloon.