Sew4Home has the how-to for making this tree skirt pieced with a large pinwheel design. It’s shaped like a square, with oversized pom poms at each corner. Pretty bows keep it tied together around the tree. Go to the tutorial… Read More...
Flowerbed wall hanging
Check out Flowerbed, a 31″ x 38″ wall hanging by Sue Spargo. Sue taught classes based on this quilt, so many enjoyed a personal teaching experience with her. But if you missed one of her classes don’t despair. … Read More...
‘I am Thankful’ Fall Fringe Frame Kids Craft
No Time For Flashcards has a great take on having your children think about what they are thankful for. I love the fringe frame that will go around the picture….I also like what her child is thankful for… hot chocolate … Read More...
Clown Face- Lesson Plan for Shapes
This clown face is the perfect craft for reinforcing shapes to your Preschooler. Visit Classified Mom
for the how to and materials.
Rice Krispie Turkey
Easy, sweet, and ridiculously cute. I mean, just look at that guy! Learn how to make Rice Krispie treat turkeys HERE at gimme some oven.
Apple Topped Apple Muffins
I love this idea of decorating apple muffins with apples. Find tips on making them and a link to the recipe HERE at Little Food Junction.
Felt Turkey-Pop Favors Kid Friendly Craft
What a great idea for a Thanksgiving Craft you can do with your kids from Parents.com. Suckers dressed up as turkeys? Who knew a Thanksgiving treat could be so much fun! Your children will love making and eating these … Read More...
Free pattern: Garden gate pincushion
Val Laird is sharing her pattern for this charming pincushion. Someone on your holiday gift list needs one of these! Go to her blog post for the link to the download.
Tutorial: Portuguese border stitch
Sarah Whittle walks us through Portuguese border stitch. See the tute.
Maize Candy Favors
Ever see something so simple and clever and marvel at the astounding creativity of others? I thought exactly that when I saw these maize Thanksgiving favors at Little Birdie Secrets. Little packets of candy wrapped in corn husks? That double … Read More...
Freebie: Deer Favor Box
Tutorial: Altering Patterned Papers
Summer Fullerton shows how she used Distress Inks to alter Parisian Anthology patterned paper from Pink Paislee. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Fabric Letter Magnets
I don’t have little ones anymore (my youngest is 11) but I wish this idea had been around when mine were smaller. I love these fabric magnet letters from The Daily B, they are adorable and a fun way … Read More...
DIY: Pepperminty Bark Soap
Soap Queen shares a wonderful tutorial perfect for the holidays…learn how to create a Pepperminty Bark Soap here.
*Note: This is my last post as Bath & Body editor for Craft Gossip. Thank you to all of you who … Read More...
Babybel Ladybug – Fun Kids Food
Looking for a fun and healthy snack idea? Check out this creative post featuring Babybel Cheese! Not only are these little cheese wheels a great source of protein and calcium, but they … Read More...
Tutorial: Herringbone tucks
Caroline from Atelier Caroline shares a tutorial showing how to make alternating tucks for a cool herringbone effect. She used hers to make a gorgeous throw pillow. Get the how-to.
[photo from Atelier Caroline]
Tutorial: “S-ing” with metal thread
Kathy of The Unbroken Thread does a phenomenal job of documenting the use of metal purl. Her photos are so clear and well stepped, words are almost unnecessary. If you’ve lacked the nerve to try working with metal threads, Kathy’s … Read More...
Video tutorials: Twisted and crested chain stitches
Enjoy a couple of new video tutes from Mary Corbet (Needle ‘n’ Thread):
Try Brazilian embroidery
With holiday and gift stitching in mind, Deepa of This and That… blog has put together links to resources for Brazilian embroidery — a style of dimensional embroidery using rayon threads. See her post.
How to make a natural grass wreath
You’ve seen these types of wreaths in the craft supply store, and they are pretty inexpensive. However, if you are looking for a fun do it yourself project, especially one you can do with the kids, let Sabr from Honor … Read More...