Ashley and Emily from Frances Suzanne created an outfit for their baby niece that looks like a romper but is actually two pieces. Their two-piece “faux romper” is actually a pair of shorts and a matching tank with an elasticized … Read More...
Lookie what she made: Summer sundress from a wedding dress pattern
Sabra from Sew a Straight Line shows the summer sundress she made using a wedding dress pattern. And not just any wedding dress pattern. She used the same pattern for the sundress that she used to make her own wedding … Read More...
Tutorial: Pillowcase doll dress
Pillowcase dresses are some of the easiest dresses to make for little girls. It stands to reason that they’re also easy to make for dolls. Mandy from Sugar Bee Crafts guest blogs at U Create with a tutorial showing how … Read More...
20 DIY Coastal Decor Projects
Are you longing for the beach, but stuck at home? Bring the coastal vibe into your own home with these 20 DIY coastal decor projects. I’m Colleen from Just Paint It, and I’m excited to share these fun and easy … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Child’s art smock
Art projects with little ones tend to be messy. Esther from Wholly Kao and Estie Made shares a free pattern for making a child’s art smock to protect their clothes during an artsy craftsy session. From her photos, it looks … Read More...
Idea file: Tiered tray organizer from hardware store items
In her Tool Time Tuesday posts, Karen over at Sew Many Ways shows how you can put common hardware or household items to crafty use. I’m always amazed at the way she re-sees these items. Today she shows how you … Read More...
Tutorial: Racerback tunic with a high-low hem
Jen from Eat. Sleep. Make. shares a tutorial at The Sewing Rabbit showing how to make a loose fitting racerback tunic. It cinches in under the bust and she gives it a high-low hem. Go to The Sewing Rabbit for … Read More...
6 Treats for the 4th of July Made from Store-Bought Candy
I don’t know about you, but my summer is anything but lazy. In fact, it means having kids around ALL the time while trying to work, keep house, and sleep. There is little leisure time for me until Fall. So … Read More...
Red, White and Blue Polka Dot Milkshakes
Seriously, a cold milkshake, red n’ blue and marshmallow polka dots? Is there anything more perfect for the 4th of July? You’re welcome. (I made these.) Actually, the marshmallow polka dots were a bit of a hassle, as a couple … Read More...
Freebie | Envelope Templates from MiniEco
Make a beautiful set of envelopes like those above, by using the free envelope templates from MiniEco. Three styles are available: C6, C7 and C8, as well as String tie envelopes in the latter two sizes. Click here for more … Read More...
Freebie | Color Variation Sheet from Creating Keepsakes
Fourth Of July Roundup
I have gathered some of the best CraftGossip.com posts featuring Fourth of July crafts, foods,ideas or products. What do you have planned for this Independence day? Do you theme your activities for the day or week? Share your unique lesson … Read More...
Bronwen’s Teaching Again
For those of you in the Seattle area in July you can take an enamel and lampworking class and make insanely cool beads with Bronwen Heilman. She’s teaching over at Pratt Fine Art Center. It’s a three day class, … Read More...
Tutorial: Making Bracelet Beads
The bracelet in the tutorial uses a smart little bead that’s totally popular right now. Adrianne goes on to demonstrate two different methods of making custom beads for your bracelet projects.
One thing I would change is that you should … Read More...
Hearts A Plenty Winner Is…….
The winner of this Giveaway is Christina with this entry:
Thanks for the giveaway! I love this one as a little coin purse or small gift/treat holder. http://www.sugarncream.com/pattern.php?PID=6171&cps=21191
My zipcode is 41041
This contest gave me fits! You crocheters … Read More...
Tutorial: Vintage Strawberry Shortcake dress-up hat
Do you remember way back when, when Strawberry Shortcak
e wore that big puffy pink hat? She wears a large straw hat now. But Cheryl from Sew Can Do shows how you can make a child’s dress-up version of Strawberry’s … Read More...
Tutorial: Summer Bias Dress with adjustable straps
Melissa from Melly Sews and Blank Slate Patterns shows how to make her Summer Bias Dress. And if you wear a women’s size small (32-34″ bust), she’s got a free pattern for you. I think I could wear this dress … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Color blocked little boy shorts
Caila from Caila Made shows how to use color blocking to create stylish shorts for little boys. Her tutorial includes the how-to for adding the color blocked elements to a favorite shorts pattern, as well as suggestions for the types … Read More...
Project: Fourth of July Table Decor
Decorate your Fourth of July table with some fun and festive folded paper decorations. These remind me of exploding fireworks and I love the stamped saying in the center! Nichol Magourik has a how to video on her blog (scroll … Read More...
A Sweet Cowl for Summer
Somehow I’ve gotten way behind on sharing patterns that have caught my eye lately, so I’ll try to share more here for a while. The Lightweight Cowl from Classic Elite Yarns (that’s a link to the PDF) is a great … Read More...