Jan
31
Fun to String Beads!
January 31, 2007 | 1 Comment
This wonderful craft kit is sure to keep your little one’s hands busy for hours!� It’s called Paper Bead Fun from Hearthsong.� These are large (3/4″ diameter) paper mache beads in bright solid colors.� Your child can decorated them however they wish with the five color� markers that are included in the […]
Jan
31
Caron’s Great Shoulder Shrug Jan 25, 2007
January 31, 2007 | Leave a Comment
I saw this Shrug today.
What a pretty design! I love the color and wonder how it will look on a ‘full figured’ woman. I think I might try to adapt it by using a lighter weight yarn - not so bulky looking. Why is it that I am always drawn to the […]
Jan
30
A New Journey for an Old Train Case.
January 30, 2007 | Leave a Comment
This is a great project for anyone with a hand-me-down train case or one you have found in your tag saling, flea marketing travels. If you do this one, let us know, send us a picture. Be proud and be loud you crafters. We at craftgossip.com know that you are really creative. […]
Jan
30
Have a bunch of ‘junk’ CDs?
January 30, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Do you have a bunch of ‘junk’ CDs (from junk mail, old data CDs, etc.)Â I love recycling questions! How about making an earring cushion that looks like an old-fashioned hat? It’ fun and so easy!1. Cut a 6-1/2″ circle and a 9″ circle from a fabric of your choice.
2. Cut a Styrofoam? ball […]
Jan
30
Too Many Books? Let’s make a lamp!
January 30, 2007 | Leave a Comment
We all have books that we never look at anymore. How about those encyclopedias our parents gave us and never bought the year books for? I know my set of enclyclopedias from the 60’s is not exactly up to date these days. Or the books that you would take to the goodwill, […]
Jan
30
Sweets for the Sweet
January 30, 2007 | 1 Comment
Instead of a boring old card, let your child give his or her classmates personalized cookies this Valentine’s Day! This is a fun way to bond with your child while teaching them life skills. There are great kits that come with everything you need to bake up a batch of fun.Â
Try this great […]
Jan
29
Fiber Festival 2007
January 29, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Did you think that the ONLY places that have Fiber Festivals are in NY & CA, or Maine & Vermont? Many of my meanderings online have led me to think that was the case. Well, IT’S NOT! Right here in the heartland - almost smack dab in the geographic […]
Jan
29
Class Projects
January 29, 2007 | 2 Comments
It’s almost Valentine’s Day and that means classroom parties! I loved these parties when I was young. I would always search through the cards I received for that one special card from the cute boy in my class. They were all the same though. You know the kind I’m talking about, […]
Jan
29
Must-see Paper Craft Websites
January 29, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Most of my time on the internet is spent looking for the greatest craft pages and lets just say that in my days of looking, I’ve found some great ones. Now, I want to share them with you. Take a look and tell me what you think. I’d like to know how helpful this is […]
Jan
29
First Things First
January 29, 2007 | Leave a Comment
My name is Tai Loughman and I am the newly appointed paper crafts editor here at craftgossip. I love paper crafts and all things related. I’ve recently started experimenting with paper punches and different medias. Mixed media is a lot of fun. Now, my job is to inform you, the reader, on the new craft […]
Jan
27
CROCHET HUGS FOR YOUR VALENTINE??
January 27, 2007 | Leave a Comment
(link for the heart pattern)
I love the shape of a valentine heart. I am very attracted to stars, half moons, and hearts. I also LOVE turtles!
This time of year, we might want to think ahead to Valentine’s Day. There’s not a lot of time to make something special for that someone special. […]
Jan
27
Have you seen the spring/summer LB catalog??
January 27, 2007 | Leave a Comment
This issue of the Lion Brand Yarn catalog (lionbrand.com) is really a beauty. I hadn’t seen a LB catalog for awhile because they never made it into the mailbox at my house. So, I emailed LB and had them mail it to my office. This catalog is organized differently than the […]
Jan
27
Your New Moderator is Here!
January 27, 2007 | 1 Comment
Greetings to all crocheters! My name is jd and I’m the new Moderator for this Blog. I have been active in the world of crochet for about 8 years, having founded the St. Louis Crochet Club shortly after I learned to crochet just over 8 years ago. Why did I found the […]
Jan
26
It’s In The Mail!
January 26, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Now here’s an idea I know your kids will love, join them in a Craft of the Month Club! Kids love getting mail, and you will love that they are getting preselected, usually themed, items to create and enjoy. Prices and products vary depending on the club you choose. I suggest comparing […]
Jan
25
Tips for Finding the Right Machine
January 25, 2007 | Leave a Comment
 Unless your designing a couture garment or sewing up a little project, Chances are you own or use a sewing machine. Sewing Machines have come a long way since of the days of sewing on your mother’s or grandmother’s straight stitch machine. If you are just starting to look for your first machine […]
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