These wine glass charms are quick to make and are ideal for Thanksgiving. They add a decorative touch to wine glasses while also being a great way to identify drinking glasses during a busy party.

Find out how to make these wine glass charms here - How to Make Thanksgiving Wine Glass Charms

Here are some more projects and ideas for Thanksgiving crafting:

• Thanksgiving Rubber Stamping and Crafts
• Thanksgiving Sentiments

November 7 - The Marie Celeste Sets Sail From New York - it was later found deserted. Make your own Marie Celeste paper boats to use to mark place settings or as party favors. See How to Make a Paper Boat for more information.

For more November rubber stamping ideas see Rubber Stamping Project Ideas for November

We've just been given a brand new feature, here at About. It is called Show and Tell and it is going to be rolled out to all the sites. This feature is brand new here at Rubber Stamping. The Show and Tell feature allows readers to 'show and tell', sharing information and experiences about a subject. This is published published here at About.com Rubber Stamping and is a great way to share examples of your work with others.  I've just published the first Rubber Stamping one and it is on the theme of Christmas and Holidays Cards. You are invited to post a picture or two of your favorite card, along with a few words of how you made it. I'll be promoting this feature through the newsletter and blog over coming weeks.

So, here it is, hot off the press - Christmas and Holiday Cards Show and Tell. Do feel free to pass this on to others and a huge thank you in advance to who ever goes first, I know that it's a bit nerve wracking being the first - particularly with such a new feature!

This is an example from our Painting site - Favorite Abstract Painting. When you click on a heading you get taken through to the individual 'Show and Tell' page.

November 6 - Anniversary of the birth of James Naismith - inventor of basketball, in 1861. There are many different types of basketball themed rubber stamps available, these range from images of a basketball through to rubber stamps showing well-known players. These can make a great gift for a basketball fan. Keep a look on online auction sites such as eBay for unusual or hard to find basketball themed used stamps. See Buying Rubber Stamps on eBay for more information.

For more November rubber stamping ideas see Rubber Stamping Project Ideas for November

Welcome to Make It Merry! This is our weekly round-up of great craft projects for the festive season. If you are looking for ideas then take a look at these projects below and don't forget to check back next Thursday for more Make It Merry craft ideas.

Clothes Pin Holiday Card Holders - What to do with all those holiday cards? Hold them up with clothes pins as dazzling as twinkling lights with this how-to from Kate Pullen.

Make a Gingerbread House - Ever want to create the perfect gingerbread house? Okay, I have yet to master this skill..but you can! Our Barbara Rolek will show you how.

How to Draw a Christmas Tree - Here is one that will come in handy for all those handmade cards. Master sketch artist Helen South will show you how to draw the perfect tree from start to finish.

Paint a Glass Ornament - Turn a plain glass ball into a work of stained glass art. Our Guide to Painting will show you how to create this delicate trimming.

Silent Night Cross Stitch Pattern - Don't just get cozy, get your stitch on. Create a Silent Night design with this free pattern from Connie G. Barwick.

Stitch a Pear Trio - Hang up something special in your home for that Thanksgiving gathering. This free 'Pear Trio' needlepoint pattern from Cheryl Fall is just what your walls needed.

Easy Christmas Ornaments - Start a tradition for the kids to make new ornaments each year. Sherri Osborn has the shape patterns and project ideas for these ornaments that reflect Christmas traditions.

Print Thanksgiving Placecards - Add some warmth to your table with these Thanksgiving place cards that will have your guests saying 'awwwww'. Barbara Crews has the free printable for you to personalize.

Wine Bottle Wrap Pattern - Instead of giving a bottle of wine in one of those skinny bags, make a felt wrap that the bottle can be displayed in all season. Phyllis Dobbs will show you how.

Make a Miniature Christmas Tree - Why are tiny things always so darn cute? Learn how to make a little pine tree with Lesley Shepherd.

Interchangeable Thanksgiving Pins -
Sometimes you just can't commit to just one pin. With this interchangeable Thanksgiving pin by Tammy Powley, you can tell everyone when you're ready for pie...and when you're overstuffed.

Want to Join Make it Merry to show off your holiday crafts? We will showcase your crafts and recipes of all holiday traditions. Learn more.

November 5 - Guy Fawkes Day And Bonfire Night - this marks the day when Guy Fawkes and other conspirators planned to blow up the Houses of Parliament. The day is celebrated with bonfires and fireworks displays. If you are going to the fireworks display and want to take photographs have a look at this useful article about firework photography - Firework Photos Basics. No firework party is complete without fudge and toffee apples, make some fudge for friends and package it in bags with hand stamped bag toppers. See this list of top 10 fudge recipes from About.com Candy.

For more November rubber stamping ideas see Rubber Stamping Project Ideas for November

November 4 - The Anniversary of the Discovery of King Tutankhamen's Tomb - celebrate the day with your own Egyptian themed project. If you don't have any Egyptian themed rubber stamps then how about making a pyramid gift box. These can be used in many ways and make great favors or decorations. See Pyramid Gift Box and Template for more information.

For more November rubber stamping ideas see Rubber Stamping Project Ideas for November

November 3 - Sandwich Day - this day marks the birth in 1718 of John Montague, the Fourth Earl of Sandwich, who gave his name to the Sandwich. Mark the day by making your own special sandwiches and packing these in handmade and hand stamped packaging. If you don't fancy making your own packaging then why not make a hand stamped note and pop this in the lunch box to let someone know that you are thinking of them on Sandwich Day!
November 3 - Culture Day in Japan - this day is a day to celebrate Japanese culture. The Yamaha Motor Group have some scenes of Japan paper craft projects available on their website, these include free printable paper Plum Blossom and Japanese bush warbler models. For more information see the Yamaha Motor Group website.

For more November rubber stamping ideas see Rubber Stamping Project Ideas for November

November - 2 First Scheduled Radio Broadcast - in 1920. Today there are plenty of ways to listen to the radio, including listening to the radio over the Internet. Try listening to some craft related podcasts while you are stamping, it's a great way to find out more about different crafts. There are some great podcasts available. Here are some of my favorites:

• Craft Magazine Podcasts


• CraftSanity


• CraftyPod
  

For more November rubber stamping ideas see Rubber Stamping Project Ideas for November

Gift tags and pockets are quick and simple to make. Attach them to gifts, use them to make greeting cards or in a whole variety of other ways!

I made the gift tag and pocket in the photo from some left over cardstock. I stamped the snowflakes and gave them a dab of color before cutting them out and adding them to the tag and pocket.


Gift Tag and Pocket Template