Mariska at No Time to Be Bored is sharing this sheet of printable scalloped tags for Father’s Day Gifts. When printed on a letter sized sheet they can be punched out with a 1&3/4″ circle punch. Click here to … Read More...
Archives for June 2012
Inspiration du Jour | Thanks for the Adventure
Thanks for the Adventure by YepBrook
{GALLERY}
Walk on these stitches
What is that–a deliciously worn bit of tapestry? Nope. It’s a brand-new rug designed by Charlotte Lancelot for GAN. What a find! Find out more and see more views at Jenny Hart‘s review post on her Embroidery As Art… Read More...
Win this applique book
Lissa Collins Alexander, known to the needlework world as Moda Lissa, is giving away a boatload of awesome books on quilting, including Applique with Attitude by Becky Goldsmith and Linda Jenkins. If you’ve had your eye on this … Read More...
The stitcher in stitch
Manbroiderer Jack. B. Nimble (Nimble & Quick Threadcraft) is known not only for his precise stitching of unconventional subjects but also for his mystique. Though he’s becoming a prominent member of the subversive stitching crowd, his true identity … Read More...
Selling on Etsy – Fabricatedends
Selling crafts online can be a scary prospect for those looking to break in to the market. The global audience could be the way to sell your crafts to the perfect audience, but what’s the best way to reach them? … Read More...
Linda Billet’s Newest Piece and Blog…
I’ve written about Linda Billet before…her work deserves writing about. I sent you all to her web site. Today I’m sending you to her blog. Blogs are cool (as you all know) since you get to hear what the artist … Read More...
Pearl Wedding Necklace
June is the month of weddings and this pretty necklace from Style Me Pretty at FaveCrafts is sure to make any bride smile. Get the instructions for making a special, personalized necklace like this one at FaveCrafts.
Calculating Glass for Casting
As my counter top projects moves forward I want to share some of the glass situations I encounter and my solutions to problems and questions I have. Today I’m sharing calculating the volume/quantity of glass I’ll need to achieve the … Read More...
Tutorial: 3-Seam Caftan Dress
You can make this lovely caftan dress with just 3 seams, plus some elastic thread shirring to pull it in at the waist. Simple Simon & Co. shows how to do it. They’re quick and easy to make. Get the … Read More...
Spontaneity is difficult muses Pippa
Pippa of Pippa Patchwork made this scrappy quilt saying it was her first using a totally improvisational approach. She explains some of the difficulties,
… Read More...I think we quilters have an instinct to search for the pattern and potential for repetition.
Tutorial: Carry Your Basics Sling Bag
Lelanie from To Sew With Love shows how to make her Carry Your Basics Sling Bag. The square pouch has long straps to carry it cross body, and a zipper stitched across the front to keep everything inside. She made … Read More...
Tutorial: Shampoo Bars with Tea Tree Oil
Love the idea of shampoo bars, but I’ve never tried to make them. Now, there’s no excuse! The Soap Queen shows us the step-by-step process (and don’t forget to read the comments, lots of good advice there too). Get all … Read More...
Tutorial: Nautical-Themed Nails
Anchors aweigh…indeed! Mixed Mama did a guest post at Lace & Lacquers on how she achieved her oh-so-nifty anchor nails. These would be fun any time in the summer, but particularly July 4th or even Labor Day. Get the ‘tute … Read More...
Giveaway: The Collage Workbook and an original signed collage by the author Randel Plowman
Yes indeed! The lovely peeps at Lark Crafts and the author Randel Plowman have provided you lucky Craft Gossip Recycling readers the opportunity to win a copy of the new book The Collage Workbook: How to Get Started and Stay … Read More...
Project: Pop Up Card for Dad
This totally AMAZING pop up card has got everything, stamping, die cutting, dry embossing, crackle paint and more. It was made for the Sizzix blog by our ol’ friend Shelly Hickox, boy, she never disappoints!
{Free Printables} Wedding Postage Stamps
How to make a faux antiqued message in a bottle
Making new things look old can be so much fun. Check out the tutorial Mariana sent in to her blog Essences in Motion on how to make a faux vintage looking message in a bottle.
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Modern Summer Wedding
Love the pretty colors and ideas for custom touches in this summery inspiration board featured at Oh Lovely Day!
Make a bag of love – easy gift – DIY tutorial
Raphaele of “La Creature and you” lives in Dublin, Ireland with her husband and kids. Six years ago they lived in Paris where most of their families still live. Raphaele has is darling “Make a bag of love” tutorial and … Read More...