This week’s Book Review Wednesday pick is Air-Dry Clay Making Handbook by Jacalyn K. Myron, and this is another one of those crossover craft books that could easily live in more than one corner of CraftGossip.
It is not strictly … Read More...
The Air Fryer Queen by Steph de Sousa Review: A Colourful Cookbook That Feels as Fun as It Looks
I absolutely love Steph de Sousa’s style. She is one of those wonderfully flamboyant women who brings so much personality to the kitchen, and honestly, her colour alone makes me smile. There is something so refreshing about someone who feels … Read More...
Bulky Velour Poncho – Free Crochet Pattern
If you love cozy projects that work up quickly, you’ll fall head over hooks for the Bulky Velour Poncho from CraftBits. This free crochet pattern combines soft, plush yarn with a simple design to create a garment that’s as … Read More...
Free Summer BBQ Digital Stamps for Card Making and Paper Crafts
Summer cookouts have a way of slowing everything down in the best possible way. Long afternoons, simple food, and everyone gathering around the grill while something delicious cooks away. For me, a proper BBQ isn’t complete without two things: a … Read More...
Why You Need A Stick Blender For Soap Making
If you are just starting out with homemade soap, there is one tool that will very quickly earn its place on your soapmaking bench: the humble stick blender.
Also called an immersion blender, this handy little gadget is one of … Read More...
How To Sew A Throw Pillow: Easy Pillow Cover Tutorials For Beginners
Let’s be honest, throw pillows are one of those sewing projects that make you feel wildly productive for very little effort. You cut a few rectangles, sew some straight lines, stuff in a pillow form, and suddenly your lounge room … Read More...
Printable Stickers for Journals and Planners – Household Chores
Let’s be honest — the house does not clean itself. I’ve checked. More than once.
Between laundry piles that mysteriously multiply, bins that always seem full, and the “quick tidy” that somehow takes 45 minutes… keeping track of household chores … Read More...
Cloud Sweater Knitting Pattern Review For Cozy Sweater Makers
Let’s be honest, some knitting patterns just look like a cup of tea in sweater form, and the Cloud Sweater by PetiteKnit is one of them. It has that soft, simple, slightly oversized look that makes you want to cast … Read More...
Easy Triangle Scarf Knitting Patterns For Beginners
Triangle scarf knitting patterns are one of those projects that feel wonderfully useful without being overwhelming. They sit somewhere between a scarf, a shawl, and a knitted kerchief, which makes them perfect for layering over a T-shirt, tucking into a … Read More...
How To Make Natural Face Cleanser: A Beginner-Friendly Guide To DIY Cleansers That Actually Make Sense
If you have ever stood in the skincare aisle squinting at a cleanser label and wondering why something called “gentle” has 37 ingredients in it, you are not alone. Making your own natural face cleanser can feel wonderfully simple in … Read More...
Crochet Leg Warmers Patterns You’ll Want to Make This Season
Crochet leg warmers are one of those projects that somehow manage to feel practical, nostalgic, and trendy all at once. They add warmth without the bulk of full socks, they work beautifully with boots or sneakers, and they’re one of … Read More...
Merino vs Romney Wool – Texture, Structure, and Speed in Felting
When I first switched from Merino to Romney wool, it was a bit of a shock. After months of working with Merino’s buttery softness, Romney felt — well, like I’d traded silk for burlap. But once I got used to … Read More...
How To Make Matching Beaded Earrings From Leftover Beads
If you have just finished making a beaded necklace or bracelet, there is a very good chance you have a few leftover beads sitting on the table. Not enough for another big project, but far too pretty to put back … Read More...
26 Clever Ways to Upcycle Your Old Sewing Machine Table or Parts
You know that old sewing machine table that’s been tucked in the garage or gathering dust in Grandma’s basement? Or maybe just the rusted machine head that no longer runs but still looks so cool? Before you haul it … Read More...
Smart Shopping for Quilters – Monday Precut Fabric Sales
Let’s be honest — quilting is a joy, but it can also be an investment. Fabric costs have crept up over the years, and many of us want to stretch our quilting budget as far as possible without compromising on … Read More...
How To Make Liquid Castile Soap From Bar Soap
Making liquid castile soap from bar soap is one of those wonderfully thrifty home projects that feels far more clever than it actually is. You take a solid bar of soap, grate it, melt it into hot water, let it … Read More...
How To Make Chicken Soup: Cozy Homemade Chicken Soup Recipes For Every Kind Of Cold Day
There are some recipes that just feel like being looked after, and chicken soup is right up there with warm blankets, clean sheets, and someone else doing the dishes.
If you’ve been wondering how to make chicken soup that actually … Read More...
21 Spring Air Dry Clay Crafts To Make And Sell This Season
There’s something about spring that makes me want to clear off the craft table, open a window, and start making pretty little things again. Of course, “clear off the craft table” is doing a lot of work here, because if … Read More...
12 Porch Decor Ideas for Summer That Feel Easy, Fresh, and Welcoming
There’s something about summer that makes the porch feel like an extra room. It becomes the place where you drink your coffee a little slower, wave at the neighbours, potter with plants, and try to convince yourself that one more … Read More...
15 Free Women’s Nightgown Sewing Patterns For Comfortable Handmade Sleepwear
There is something wonderfully comforting about sewing your own nightgown. Not in a dusty old drawer kind of way, but in that “why did we ever stop making clothes that are actually comfortable to sleep in?” kind of way.
A … Read More...