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Nov
30
Starting Dec 1 Whipstich is hosting a Sew-Along to make an Advent Calendar for the holidays. She takes you to a photo of what has inspired her to make one (so cute) and provides a list of designs and tutorials to get you started. Quilters, don’t miss the link to the quilted Advent Calendar from Elizabeth at Sew, Mama, Sew!…
Nov
30
Red Pepper Quilts used a few of these soft solids from Australian company A Day in the Country to make a quilt called Bayou she just finished and placed in her Etsy Shop. But even better than this announcement, she generously shares with her readers tips for cutting and sewing long strips of fabric together to get the look of …
Nov
30
Brenda from Therapeutic Crafting shows off the flirty ruffle skirt she made for herself. She shares a tutorial so you can make one, too. This would be great to wear to holiday parties!! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Therapeutic Crafting]…
Nov
30
Magpie Shinies created this flannel slip to wear under her skirts in the winter. The soft flannel adds a layer of warmth in the cold weather. What a great idea!! She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Magpie Shinies]…
Nov
30
We’ve got a winner for the Absolutely A-Line giveaway! The lucky Craft Gossip reader who will receive a copy of Absolutely A-Line by Wendi Gratz for their very own is….
Commenter #49, Sharon, who said:
I love being able to personalize my daughter clothes, by appliques or certain fabric, sky’s the limit! Thanks for the chance!
Congratulations, Sharon! I’m sending …
Nov
30
I’m happy to announce that the winner of the Silhouette SD digital paper cutter is…
Comment #350
Heather, who said:
The very thing I would make is a vinyl train and train tracks for my sons room. He is in love with trains! I would look so cute! Thanks for hosting the giveaway!
Heather, I’ve sent an email to you …
Nov
30
I think Tiffany might even be jealous of these faux stained glass creations from KUKLAstudio. The delicate, flowing organic shapes in the silver wire work coupled with the painted resin makes for beautiful pieces reminiscent of art nouveau jewelry. See more from KUKLAstudio.…
Nov
30
Learn how to make your own cookie stamps from a plastic cutting sheet HERE at Paper Plate and Plane. And bonus… also learn how to package cookies with this unique pleated wrapping.…
Nov
30
An eclectic 11″ x 17″ needle arts tabloid published each season, featuring:
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and lots of other good stuff!
Available from your local retailer for $4.95
Click HERE for info on Spool Magazine!…
Nov
30
While looking at something else on youtube.com, I ran across some fantastic (and easy) Christmas projects that will please you and those you gift. No pix here, but check these out. They’re easy and quick and might just be right for you.
The first one is a fantastically easy table-top Christmas tree from the gal who owns crochet-mania.blogspot.com. I love …
Nov
30
You have to love this eco friendly idea for the holidays by recycling our old or worn sweater and while keeping our planet green. Give cozy, old sweaters new life as terrifically textured ornaments for the tree. Embellish these colorful spheres with felt florals for ultra-quick holiday décor. This idea came from Crafts ‘n things with complete instruction and supply …
Nov
30
Enter Our Hand Knit Baby Hat Contest!
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Contest Ends December 10th, 2010
Enter your hand knit baby hat photos for your chance to win a $100 gift certificate from Sundara Yarn!…
Nov
30
Oh, how I adore Jane Austen! And of course I adore stamping too so what could be better than a stamp set inspired by Jane herself? Check out Artistic Outposts new Jane’s Countryside set, it’s simply divine!
-Heather…
Nov
30
Skip to My Lou has an amazing compilations of Advent Calendars that can easily be made into a great lesson plan for your children. Enjoy! Visit her site for all of the links and many more crafty ideas!
Count-Down Calendar by Maya*Made
Spool Advent Calendar Kit by Just Something I Made…
Nov
30
Chow’s 2010 Holiday Gift Guide is here. And it’s big. Find ideas for the food-obsessed at every price, from stocking stuffers up to splurges, and DIY gifts. Just some ideas: sparrow chip clips, a fancy meatloaf maker, serving tray, and space saving trivet.
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Nov
30
Janet Granger has designed a new dollhouse-size sampler for cat lovers. Just my style! The finished sampler is just 2 1/4 inches high, worked on 32 count evenweave fabric. See Janet’s blog post for a tip on ordering the kit at a discount.…
Nov
30
The brilliant minds at One Charming Party are in the midst of spreading clever how-tos for hosting a Gingerbread House Decorating Party. Learn how to make cute invites HERE. And learn how to decorate a varitety of Graham cracker houses HERE.
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Nov
30
Yes! It’s possible to tat a tiara! Linda S. Davies of Tattyhead explains how she got this lovely needlework to stand up and be noticed. See her post.…
Nov
30
I’m not sure my palate is sophisticated enough to appreciate the benefits of this tipsy wine glass, but I’m intrigued by the look. Spotted on Incredible Things, find them HERE at Design Milk.…
Nov
30
Emma of DMCThread’s Blog is sharing a great freebie. She says,
Here’s a pretty Hanukkah pattern that you can stitch and finish as an ornament – or add a pin back and wear as a brooch! The design is stitched on DMC 14-count Metallic Aida for extra sparkle!
Go to the blog post for the link to the pattern.…
Nov
30
Kathy Shaw (Shawkl) has put together a tutorial for adding a dimensional teddy bear to a crazy quilt or other needlework project. This is so adorable, it almost makes me cry. And her PDF file explains how to create a dimensional pattern from any photograph! Go to Kathy’s blog post for the link to the tute.…
Nov
30
The back pockets of jeans are such a fun shape to work with in recycled crafts. Check out this fun banner tutorial over at the blog Yesterday on Tuesday that Malia shared with us.…
Nov
30
Remember this candy corn cake stand? Well, Following Phubie created one for Christmas. Learn how to make a Peppermint Cupcake stand HERE.…
Nov
30
Trish Burr’s web site is live. The new venue includes an online shop, a gallery of Trish’s completed works, and a free-projects section! Go there now.…
Nov
30
Head over to Sew4Home to find out how to make this tw0-part table covering. The bottom layer is a solid fabric with a fringed edge. The top layer is made from a printed cotton and has large pompoms hanging from the corner. Get the how-to.
[photo from Sew4Home]…