Create & Decorate
Updates & Corrections

As careful as we try to be, odd things sometimes happen. We will be posting any corrections or updates as the issues go by, so be sure to check this page if you're having any problems with our projects!

2010

October

Quilted Pumpkin Cross-Stitch (page 29)
The cross-stitch chart is missing from the pattern pullout section. Click here to download the PDF.

Also, we did not acknowledge The DMC Corporation for generously providing Create & Decorate with the Floral Pillow Band project, designed by Linda Wyszynski. We regret the error.

April

Cupcake Pincushion (page 43)
The first materials item should read Floracraft STYROFOAM ball, 3" white

February

Snowy Valentine (page 22)
For nose pattern, click here

Love Lives Here Stitchery (page 26)
There is a correction in step 6. Click here for updated instructions. (PDF)
2009

December

Father Christmas Cross-Stitch (page 24)
To download the color key, click here. (PDF)

Evergreen Embroidered Mitten (page 44)
Download the Color Stitch Guide (PDF)

Holiday

Blackberry Cable Throw (page 8)
Download the complete, corrected instructions. (PDF)

Pumpkin Doll (page 18)
To download the Pants pattern, click here. (PDF)

Scented Felt Pumpkin Pillow (page 32)
Materials correction: The 2 pieces of Wool Felt in Black need to measure 19" x 12" each.

Eco Throw (page 48)
For the Eco Throw Color Placement Diagram, click here.

Sherwood Snowman (page 88)
The instructions for the finishing techniques of Sherwood, his Hat, and Scarf were inadvertently omitted. Download the complete instructions. (PDF)

Starry Night Christmas Tree Skirt (page 86)
Correction for the manufacturer for the Camel felt: National Nonwovens WoolFelt.
National Nonwovens WoolFelt | www.woolfelt.com

Jumpin Jacks Jumpin' Jacks
download pattern
Among Friends Angel Among Friends Angel download pattern

October

Faux Caramel Apples (page 46)
The correct source for the corn cob litter and gloss spray finish is Walmart. PetCo is also a confirmed source for the corn cob litter (found under Nature's Miracle brand name) in stores and online at www.petco.com.

June

Wind Runner Chart (page 60)
Key
Empty box = Dc in dc, ch 2, skip 2 sts (space).
Solid box = Dc in dc, dc in next 2 dc or 2 dc in next ch-2 space (block).
download chart - pdf format, 500kb

April

Spring Thyme Chicks (page 6)
“To err is human, to forgive, divine.”
We featured the sweet little Spring Thyme Chicks, but incorrectly listed the website. The correct web address is www.plainjaneprims.com. Visit them for a wonderfully prim experience!

February

"finds" (page 51):
The headline for the Primitive Pastimes review should have read "Gram's Pocket Purse Pattern" to match the photo shown. This pattern by Kim Dubay, whose Country Lanes profile appears in the same issue, is available two ways - as a pattern on linen or in the book "Designs for Primitive Rug Hookers" by Jenny Rupp and Lisa Yeago. For more information visit www.primitivepastimes.net
2008

December

Star Bowl Fillers (page 86)
The correct page for the continued instruction for the Star designs is 94, not 96.

Ticking Ornaments (page 22), and the Crow and Snowman (page 34)
Use new instruction for Step 1 as follows: To coffee stain, add one cup of instant coffee to two quarts of hot water. Mix well. Set mixture aside.

Holiday

Harvest Lid (page 20)
Click Here for the revised, complete instruction for project.

Rug Hooked Photo Frame (page 38)
The instruction incorrectly referred to the wool used as wool felt. Please refer to the revised instruction paragraph when creating this piece.
Note: Finished size of this piece is 14” x 6”. Before beginning, be sure to wash all your wool. This is not necessary if you are using hand-dyed wools. Put wool into washing machine with hot water/cold rinse; use a small amount of mild detergent (no fabric softener). Wash dark and light colors separately. Rinse with warm water, and then put into a hot dryer with a fabric softener sheet and a thick towel. Washing and drying shrinks fibers and tightens the weave to prevent edges from fraying when cut and hooked.

Halloween Greetings Tin (page 48)
A paint color was mistakenly omitted from the Halloween Greetings Tin. Click here for updated instructions.

Snowman and Candy Canes (page 74)
The pattern for the nose was inadvertently left out of the pattern section. Click here for the pattern.

Website Correction
The correct web address for the Vintage Striped Towels, and Aunt Martha's Pattern Set is www.colonialpatterns.com

August

Americana Lighthouse Panels
The wooden window topper set may be purchased through www.distinctivebrushstrokes.com

June

Lepus Rabbit's Door Crown (page 26) In addition to Step 4: Use the 1/8 yd dark brown mottled solid wool to outline, and then fill Lepus Rabbit silhouette. Use 1/8 yd textured brown wool to hook the trees and branches.

February

In response to your inquiries— click here for revised, complete instructions for the Catch-All Tote on page 80.

2007

December 2007

2008 Planner ( page 44) There is just one website to access information for the 2008 Planner: www.mybookplanner.com

October 2007

Apple Walnut Cake (page 76) The Direction for step 2 in the recipe for the Apple Walnut Cake recipe on page 76 should read as follows: With a spoon mix the oil, sugar, and eggs and extracts until smooth. Add the dry ingredients (including the cinnamon) and mix well, batter will be stiff. Add the apples and nuts and mix well. Place in a greased tube pan. Bake for 90 minutes, until a toothpick comes out clean.

The Tiny Tots Pillows (page 80) Safety Note: The Tiny Tots Pillows are named for the childlike images that are portrayed on the blocks. These pillows are to be used as decoration and not as toys.

August 2007

Crow Punch Needle (page 10) The pattern for the tongue design was inadvertently left off of the pattern section. Click here to download the pattern in pdf format.

Sunflower Recipe Album (page 18) "Recipe's" should be "Recipes" without the apostrophe.

Rug Hook Balls (page 28) Step 4 should read "4. Using the sewing machine, straight stitch around the circles."

Sources (page 77)
The correct phone number of National Nonwovens is 800-333-3469.
The correct phone number for Wimpole Street Creations is 800-765-0504.

June 2007

Sources (page 77)
The correct phone number of National Nonwovens is 800-333-3469. www.woolfelt.com
The correct phone number for Wimpole Street Creations is 800-765-0504.

February 2007

Primitive Church Dolls (page 34) The pattern for the church was inadvertently left out of the pattern section.
When punching the background create a pattern of your choice with the three colors of floss given.
Click here to download the pattern. (PDF format, 64KB)

2006

August

Uncle Sam & Peace Dove (page 42). The pattern for Uncle Sam's head was incomplete.
Click here to download the correct pattern.

Farmyard Friends (page 70). The website for Homecraft Framing (to order the frame) was left off the souce page.
The website is www.homecraftframing.com

June

Potted Flowers Pillow (page 70) materials list states that you need 3/8 yd. of natural homespun fabric. Then in Step 5 it states to cut out four 2" x 12" strips from the homespun fabric for the border. Green wool is what is used for the border, not homespun fabric. So please disregard the need for the homespun fabric and where it states to use homespun fabric use the green wool instead.

February

Pineapple Table Topper (page 28) The foundation pattern is incorrect. Download the correct pattern.

Winter

(Christmas Ornaments)
Branch Buddies (page 40) The mittens patterns were accidentally omitted. Download the pattern.

2005

February 2005

You Hold My Heart (page 84) is missing the following information in the materials list.
The Gentle Art, Shaker Threads – these threads come in skeins of 6-strand, one-yard lengths of floss. Amounts shown here refer to the number of yards (6-strands) needed: Currant 5; Chamomile 2; Barn Gray 10; Old Red Paint 2; Straw Bonnet 5; Parchment 2; Black Raspberry Jam 8.

Holiday 2005

Santa Pull Toy (page 70) New instruction for Step 1 for Donkey is as follows: Using the pencil and the well-lit window, transfer the ears, legs, and body onto the doubled piece of 12" square lowpile fabric. (The text mistakingly refers to the fabric used as muslin.)
2004

Winter 2004

(Christmas Ornaments) Metal-Look Ornaments (page 6) The heart pattern was inadvertently left out. Download the pattern. The design pattern was free handed for this project.

February 2004

Antique Pink Pillow (page 64) The top piece of the pillow and the tab patterns were inadvertently left out of the pattern section. Download the pattern for the pillow top piece, and for the tab pattern.
2003

December 2003

Antique Santa (page 24) The arm pattern was inadvertently left out of the pattern section. Download the pattern.