Jessica from Running With Scissors guest blogged in the Pleat Week series at See Kate Sew with a tutorial showing how to make her ombre pleated pillow cover. In case you’re wondering where she found such perfectly striped fabric for … Read More...
Dishwasher Facelift with Bead Board
I love brilliant ideas. Here’s a great example of one of those. Take some bead board and dress up your old dishwasher, hiding all those dents, scratches and dings from years gone by. There’s a tutorial too so you can … Read More...
DIY-quickie felt Birdie Tutorial
Our Crafty friend Dini “capungmungil camp” has is cute felt birdie tutorial that she created and these birdies can be use for many projects. See the above pictures. Learn more about Dini’s new book felt accessories.
Party Blower Birthday Wreath
How cute is this?? What a fun way to welcome guests to your child’s birthday party! I love the little party hats tucked in there too. So sweet and such a fun way to use up those irritating boisterous party … Read More...
Tutorial: Mock Smock Frock
Danielle from My Sparkle guest blogs in the Pleat Week series at See Kate Sew with a tutorial showing how to her Mock Smock Frock. I LOVE the faux smocking detail! And isn’t it fabulous out of the striped fabric? … Read More...
Free Sunrise Clutch Pattern – Thanks to Craftbits.com
Thanks to Craftbits.com, our sister site, we are able to give away this free sunrise clutch pattern, exclusively for fans of CraftGossip on Facebook. Go here to get this free pattern.
You can also get the free blossom … Read More...
Making Feathers
This is a wonderful tutorial to show your children how to make simple feathers. The method is always the same, but the outcome can be very different for each feather depending on the colors and widths of strokes. Get the… Read More... Tutorial: Convert a standard bowtie into a pre-tied bowtie
Allison from Freshly Completed shares a tutorial at U Create showing how to turn a standard tie-it-yourself bowtie into one with the bow already tied. The pre-tied bow ties attach with Velcro at the back, and make dressing up for … Read More...
Plywood Rug
I actually saw this a while ago and saved it in my files, which then of course became buried under the rubble that is my online life. *sigh* But I dug it out today to share with you because I … Read More...
Custom-sized mug cozy tutorial
“Hazelnuts” blog is hosted by Jacqueline who lives in New Zealand. She has a cool crafty blog with plenty of fun ideas like this “Custom-sized mug cozy tutorial”! This would make a darling Mother’s Day gift along with a mug. … Read More...
Tutorial: Take in a skirt in length and waist, the quick and easy way
Lizzie B. from Cotton & Curl shows the quick and easy way to take in a skirt that’s too long or too big in the waist. Get the how-t0.
[photo from Cotton & Curl]
Video: Hanging Tea Light Holders
Looking for something simple yet chic to dress up your deck or patio this summer? Here’s a video tutorial for making these pretty little hanging tea light holders that will add just the right amount of ambience to your backyard … Read More...
Tutorial: Little girl’s bubble top with sweetheart bodice
Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shares a tutorial on her blog showing how her Anchors Away Bubble Top for toddler girls that’s all kinds of summer cuteness. It’s got a pretty sweetheart bodice with tie straps, and a large anchor … Read More...
Earth Day Lunch, Dinner and Dessert Ideas
Earth Day is the perfect opportunity to celebrate our planet with delicious and creative meals that are both fun and meaningful. Whether you’re planning a special lunch, dinner, … Read More...
Tutorial: Making Faceted Clay Beads
Here’s a quick tutorial / technique for making faceted (and glittery!) clay beads. The tutorial recommends fresh off the pack clay but I would say to condition it first then chill it.
Photo by HazelandAgnes
Tutorial: Pirate Girl Circle Skirt Dress
Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how she made her super cute Pirate Girl Circle Skirt Dress. The red & white stripe top with the navy skirt is perfect! It’s absolute cuteness in the nautical theme, but this shape would … Read More...
Organizing Ribbon with Index Cards
As crafters we tend to have a lot of stash. A LOT. So organizing them is key to keep your crafting area clean, usable and sane. Here’s a simple idea for all that stray ribbon. i will most likely be … Read More...
DIY: Peacock Swirl Soap (a video)
Anne-Marie at The Soap Queen has done a great video tutorial showing us all how to give our cold process soap that great peacock look step by step. Also included are her recipe, and other tips (like cut with a … Read More...
DIY Tiered Stands
Dollar Store trays go from drab to fab with this amazing tutorial from Joy’s Hope! The bright neon colors of these tiered stands are perfect for the dessert table at a modern wedding reception or bridal shower. Of course … Read More...
Plastic Animal Candle Holder DIY
How cute are these little candle holders? Featuring a modified plastic animal toy, a birthday candle mount, and some paint, these holders make the simplest of cupcakes beyond special. Check out how to make your own.