Hello dear readers!
I’m taking a moment to pause and reflect on this blog. You see, I’ve been the Edible Crafts editor here at CraftGossip for four years and eight months. I’ve written over 6,000 posts. Six THOUSAND. Wow. But … Read More...
Teeny Critters – Crochet Pencil Toppers
These cute little pencil toppers will be just the right thing as a small gift to celebrate the last day of school. Get a coloring book and a few work books to keep the kiddies busy (and prevent backsliding) for … Read More...
You Are My Sunshine Punch
This Lemonade is from Frogandthemouse.com from her recent baby shower blog post You Are My Sunshine which was adorable and yellow and flowery and yellow and sunshiney and smiles and smiles. Just Loved it!
1 cup Countrytime Lemonade mix … Read More...
Tutorial: Dottie’s Dress for little girls
Jessica from The Sewing Rabbit and Me Sew Crazy adapted the free Party Dress free sewing pattern by Lindsay at The Cottage Mama to make this gorgeous dress for her daughter. She gives it contrasting scoop pockets at the side … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Two ways to modify a basic t-shirt pattern.
Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a tutorial showing two ways to modify a basic t-shirt pattern. The first is to give it raglan sleeves (sleeves that extend from the armpit to the neckline) instead of standard … Read More...
Thomas More Saying
This saying from Thomas More was charted by Maria Merlino and is presented in a variety of fonts which makes it quite interesting. It will be fun to stitch and will make an inspirational gift or addition to your office … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Vintage-inspired maxi dress refashion
Curly Pops shows how she refashioned a basic maxi tank dress. She shortens it and gives it a vintage-inspired look with a contrasting Peter Pan collar, belt, and pockets. Go to her blog to see how to do it.… Read More...
Tutorial: Standard buttonholes on an embroidery machine, plus a freebie
If you have an embroidery machine, Eileen’s Machine Embroidery suggests using it to make buttonholes on your garment. She cites the better control over length and placement as the number one reason to do this. There’s also the fact that … Read More...
Tutorial: Striped polo dress refashion
Susan from Second Chances by Susan lucked out when she found a men’s size 4x polo shirt at a thrift store. She was able to turn it into this awesome striped dress. Check out the way she plays with stripes … Read More...
Tutorial: Smocked baby romper
Delia from Delia Creates shows how to make a baby romper with elastic thread shirring/smocking at the top. The stretchy top and tie straps give flexibility in fit. She gives measurements to make one in a size 12-18 months, but … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Placemat bibs
Dana from MADE joings the Vintage May blog series (hosted by Craftiness is Optional and Skirt as Top) with a tutorial showing how to make baby bibs out of quilted fabric placemats. The large size and the quilted layers provide … Read More...
Glittery Cupcake Toppers
I’m pretty sure I need to make some kind of glitter-covered topper for every cake and cupcake I make from now to eternity, because I love these. Cupcake toppers, non-toxic glue and disco dust. So smart! Find the how-tos HERE … Read More...
Freebie: Nerdy Girl Digital Stamp
Nerdy is the definitely new sexy!! Penny Blossoms has this cute sexy/nerdy girl digi stamp to download for free. Hurry and grab her, she’s only free for a limited time!
-Heather
Finding the right marker for colouring skin can be … Read More...
Stiletto Heel Cupcakes
These are edible. No, really. All edible. And yet, I’d kind of like to wear them. Make amazing stiletto heel cupcakes HERE at Make me my Cake.
Show & Tell | Project Life Mini Toolbox
Tyra at CraftSwag shares how she used a wooden cutlery box to organize her tools and supplies for Project Life. I guess I know what I’ll be hunting for at the flea market soon! Click here to read all … Read More...
Show & Tell | Washi Tape Card/Note/Photo Holder
Saaleha at Soul & Paper shows us the little folder style box that she made using a template designed by Damask Love. You can use it to hold cards, notes or photos. I love how she decorated the cover … Read More...
Show & Tell | Butterfly Friendship Cards
DeDe at Designed Decor shares this idea for making friendship cards for new friends. You’ll love what she tucked inside each card! Click here to see more.
Did you know Butterflies are deep and powerful representations of life. Many cultures … Read More...
Esty Shop of the Week – Nemki
This week’s featured Etsy shop is Nemki. Nemki is based out of England and sells illustrated accessories. What does that cover? Everything from baby bibs to coffee mugs to iPhone cases. Nemki artist Namie claims most of her inspiration … Read More...
Party Idea – Doc Mcstuffins
Doc McStuffins is one of the latest Disney crazes swooping across backyard parties.
These images from “CatchMyParty” are adorable and the candy floss “stuffing” could be used for other themes too.
Check out these free printables we featured earlier in … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: T-shirt maxi dress a tween will love
Melissa Mortenson from Fourteen May and Polka Dot Chair shows how to make a maxi dress. My tween-age daughter would love this!! And it looks to be a quick & easy sew, too. The bodice and sleeves are a basic … Read More...