The first crafty links of 2010 get your craft on!

Yes, it's beautiful weather here Burbank but just 60 miles away there is snow in them there mountains. Just the way I like it!

Mixed Media Artist
Nikki Yeager shares her glue transfer technique with Cyndi's readers! Thanks Nikki!

Craftside-A behind-the-scenes peek at a crafty world
The last week of 2009 Craftside has a tutorial on how to build a raised bed from recycled pallets, turn a greeting card into a mini sewn journal, some fun shadow photos, a green leopard Christmas tree to file away for next year and the winners of The 19 Days of Holiday Goodness Giveaways.

The Artful Crafter
Come one, come all - free decorator candles! The only catch is that you have to make them yourself, but that's half the fun. Here's how to make your own zero cost candles.

About Family Crafts
Print out and customize 2010 calendar pages. Choose from several designs.

Aileen's Musings
Aileen has a new digi postcard she's posted along with a freebie image. Find out what journaling and stuffed animals have in common...

Cathie Filian
Time to make room for 2010 magazines and cold storage 2009 issues. Make this cute magazine holder with a little paper and Mod Podge.

Crafty Princess Diaries
The Crafty Princess is planning to craft some black-eyed peas for the new year! Check out this simple and yummy recipe.

Cross Stitch at About.com
Start a new ornament collection - join Connie and stitch a new one each month. The designs are abstract, so they are suitable for any holiday.

Margot Potter The Impatient Crafter
Madge shares some new advice for a new year!