Subtler than graphics, textural accents give pillow covers a decorative extra without being distracting.

These beeswax candles won't melt -- they're actually cylindrical glass vases disguised as the real thing.

Cast a warm glow over your home with easy-to-make beeswax candles -- using household items as molds.

These coasters come from Joelle Hoverson, owner of Purl, a yarn shop in New York City. They are included in her latest book,  "Last Minute Patchwork and Quilted Gifts."

Wrapped in dried cornhusks, votives cast a soft glow and serve as a reminder that corn was part of the first Thanksgiving feast.

A trio of pillowcases incorporates sweater bodies, sleeves, and waistbands. Customize one that works with the design of your felted sweaters.

All you need is a pair of scissors and a few other simple materials to grow big leaf place mats from Ultrasuede fabric -- no watering required

A simple technique lets you turn any expanse of pretty fabric into a welcoming coverlet. We used a vintage tablecloth.

The frames of these rectangular mirrors are smartly outfitted in midnight-blue velvet ribbon.

When handwoven in a simple under-and-over pattern, this practical textile becomes a trim, durable floor mat or decorative runner for a front hallway.

Here's a Good Thing that will be useful after a long, hard day at work: a homemade heating pad using dried cherry pits.            

Padding around the house in warm wool socks is a cozy comfort that can sometimes be slippery -- and socks' feet can get damp and dirty. For more solid footing, add soles.

This simple pillow sleeve -- made of inexpensive ultrasuede -- can add warmth and wit to a neutral sofa.

Transform unworn sweaters into a soft patchwork blanket.

These tiny tart-tin candles can be made in any color you choose.

Traditionally, patchwork quilts are made from fabric remnants that are too small to be used in other sewing projects. But for this variation, three men's wool tweed sport coats are cut up to provide the fabric squares needed to make this cozy patchwork throw.

If you put in the effort to make the perfect pot of tea -- warming the teapot, using fresh tea leaves, and steeping them for just the right amount of time -- be sure to keep the tea warm enough for second helpings. A tea cozy will allow you to enjoy your well-made brew in a leisurely fashion.

These little pillows, which will do wonders for your mood, have a surprisingly regal provenance.