The web site Handmadeology is always finding better ways to sell on etsy. Much advice and insights from successful sellers. I’ve been selling on etsy since 2006 and appreciate the amount of work this site puts into pursuing assisting … Read More...
Etsy Stalking: Gifts For Men
I swear that the most difficult people to shop for at the holidays are the men on my list. My dad, my husband, brothers, in-laws, uncles, you name it! Men are difficult to shop for. As part of my regular … Read More...
Showcase your craft projects!
My friend Maria over at the fabulous Make and Takes website has created a really cool new feature called Spotlight. She explains what it’s all about here, but if you’re already familiar with the concept of Craft Gawker you can … Read More...
New Release: Dwell Studio Stamp Sets
Check out some new totally adorable stamp sets from Dwell Studio, each comes with wooden stamps, 2 ink pads and colored pencils all in a sweet pine box. They offer this cute zoo set and also city and farm sets … Read More...
Stained Glass Animal Cookies
I love stained glass cookies, and I don’t make them nearly enough. Find some great tips on making your own HERE at i made it so.
And on a side note… As one who is conflicted with her grammatically … Read More...
Gift Idea – Recipe Dice
I just adore this clever gift idea from Leafcutter Designs featured on the kitchn: Recipe Dice
. Those daring in the kitchen can roll the dice and create something from what they get.
How to make a recycled Crown Royal Bag Christmas Stocking
I bet that title grabbed your attention! Yes, I have another recycled craft project that involves first having a cocktail. Well, at least someone you know partakes in a bit of libation and now a craft project, this time a … Read More...
Tutorial: No-sew fabric scrap Christmas ornaments
Kids love going through fabric scrap baskets. So why not let them use the scraps the find to make a pretty fluffy fabric scrap ornament for the tree? There’s no sewing involved – just an embossing tool (or small screwdriver) … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffle Your Bustle skirt for girls
Katy from Sew Apropos and No Big Dill shows how to make this faaaah-bu-lous black & white ruffled bustle skirt for girls. I love the rows and rows of full ruffles at the back of this skirt! Get the tute… Read More...
Free pattern: Little Apron for kids
Sew Much Ado shares a free pattern and tutorial for a kid-sized apron. A pocket on the front gives a place to put small tools or crayons or cars or other very important things. The design works equally well for … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt wreath ornament
Deborah from Purple Pinwheel and Wonderwoman Creations shares a free pattern and tutorial for making this felt wreath ornament. I love the dimensional bow accent! Go to the pattern and tutorial.
[photo from Wonderwoman Creations]
Tutorial: Fairy princess hat
Jessica from Subtle Tee shares a tutorial for making this adorable princess hat. The tall hat and the tulle look just like it stepped out of a fairy tale. Go to the tutorial.
[photo from Subtle Tee]
Snowman and North Pole Cupcakes
Oh, c’mon people, you’re killin’ me! Killin’ me with the cutest cupcakes ever! And by “people,” of course I mean Confessions of a Cookbook Queen. Find tips on making snowman cupcakes HERE and North Pole cupcakes HERE.
Technique: Use Stamps for Stitching
This is a super clever idea, take your stamped images and use them as a “template” for sewing. Hop over to the Spotted Canary for a wonderful article to help get you started stitching with your stamps.
-Heather
Friday Five: Polymer Clay for the Kids
I’ve had small – and now not so small – hands helping me almost from my first day with clay. She’s always used what I’ve had and made similar projects to what I’ve made. In fact, this has been the … Read More...
Gift Idea: Magnet Set
Wendi of Scrappy Day in Paradise showcases this magnet gift set with matching gift tag. Click here to see more.
Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and supplies? Check out these printable designs we found on Etsy and … Read More...
Freebie: Commercial Use Ribbon Tree
Miss Tiina has this ribbon tree commercial use image available for download here. It’s part of her 16 days of Christmas series. Click here to go to the download.
Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and supplies? Check … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Christmas star table runner
Anna from Noodlehead made this festive Christmas star table runner while her kids were elsewhere making holiday cookies. She did a lovely job. It’s even better close up since she did some pretty hand stitching around the stars. Visit her … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Anthropologie-inspired knotted duvet cover
Kirstin and Jordan from KojoDesigns share a tutorial on their blog for making this gorgeous Anthropologie-inspired knotted duvet cover. Part 1 of the tutorial shows how to make the knotted detail in a square of jersey knit. Part 2 tells … Read More...
Christmas Pizza
Because Christmas is just everywhere, even in your pizza box. Spotted on Gordon Gossip, find Christmas pizza HERE by delia creates. Love the pepperoni candy cane stripes and the olive garland.