We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Make a boxy sweater more fitted
Suzannah from Creative Dressmaking and Adventures in Dressmaking shows how to make a boxy sweater more fitted. Get the tutorial.
[photo from Adventures in Dressmaking]
Tutorial: Quick sew fleece mittens
Head over to Lark Crafts to find out how to make a pair of fleece mittens. Their tutorial is an excerpt from the book Craft Hope: Handmade Crafts for a Cause
. They’re quick to sew – you make a … Read More...
Gingerbread Cottage
More gingerbread house how-tos! Just My Delicious shares a gingerbread recipe and tips on making this cottage. This recipe feels very unique to me, so now I want to try it. (Translation tool in sidebar.)
Looking for Christmas themed … Read More...
9 Christmas Tree Crafts
The other day I made a Christmas tree out of natural coffee filters (you can see it in this collection, it’s #2) and that got me searching for other crafty Christmas tree projects. I found quite a few and am … Read More...
Cupcake vs Bacon
In the grand battle between cupcakes and bacon, cupcakes have finally found victory. At least in terms of google searching. See the news HERE at Serious Eats.
Cute Sweater For Your Favorite Bear!
Another cute, but yet easy and quick project to knit for the holidays.
From Interweave! Everyone HEARTS bears! And what better way to experiment with new techniques. You could swap out some colors and make it a true holiday bear, … Read More...
Tutorial: Wild Rose Postage Stamp quilt
Julie from Narioka just posted her second recipe on Moda Bake Shop. This time around, she is showcasing the Wild Rose fabric collection in a postage stamp quilt. To make the top go together quickly she starts with a … Read More...
Winners of the books Fantastic Recycled Plastic, Eco Craft and Eco Books
Tracy N. is the winner of Fantastic Recycled Plastic: 30 Clever Creations to Spark Your Imagination
Kristi S. is the winner of Eco Craft: Recycle Recraft Restyle
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Lorie E. winner of Eco Books: Inventive Projects from the Recycling Bin… Read More...
Fun Christmas Sandwiches To Snack On
Aw. Cute, simple ideas to add some holiday cheer to a kid’s lunch: Santa and snowman sandwiches. Find them HERE at Little Food Junction.
Root Beer Reindeer…
I love this craft made out of Root Beer bottles…have your children join you to make these cute Christmas Characters ! Naptime Crafters shows you the tutorial. {Link found at Totally Tutorials}
Baby’s First Christmas Craft
No Time for Flashcards got her youngest chid involved in her first craft! I love that she let her have at the green paint and just enjoy the sensory exploring…. a must do for this Christmas!
Tutorial: Poinsettia throw pillow
Christie from A Lemon Squeezy Shop and A Lemon Squeezy Home shares a tutorial for making this Christmas throw pillow. The natural fabric and the white poinsettia are such an elegant combination! Go to the tutorial.
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Free Knitting Pattern – Christmas Socks From Drops….
Another free pattern from Drops. They have the coolest stuff, seriously. Like these!
Who wouldn’t want to knit these up, they’d be sooo much fun.
Click HERE for the free Christmas Socks pattern!
Looking for more knitted socks designs and … Read More...
Christmas Caramel Popcorn Pops
Now, it’s well established that I like treats on sticks. Especially clever or unexpected treats on sticks. But then when the stick itself is clever and unexpected? Oh, that’s just a whole new level of fantastic. Like these caramel popcorn … Read More...
Unusual Edible Gift Ideas
I love this recent roundup of edible gift ideas from the kitchn for being totally unique borderline bizarre. Shown is Pine Cone Bud Syrup from Primitivizia. You’ll also find licorice jam, Tonga vanilla beans, and Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. … Read More...
Salt Dough Ornaments
I have posted about salt dough ornaments for kids before, but I thought that even just the pictures in this post could stir up some imagination and creativity. Head on over to Simple Analogy to see the simple recipe.
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Giveaway from Katrinshine
Isn’t this organza bracelet beautiful? Ekaterina is giving away this lovely piece she calls “Holiday Shimmer” at the Etsy Russian Team Blog. Take a look to find out how you can enter for your chance to win. Katrinshine is … Read More...
Free charts: Christmas
We’ve chosen the best hand-embroidery patterns for you to attempt this week! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or a seasoned veteran. Our free cross-stitch patterns range from simple cross-stitch patterns to more complex floral and animal … Read More...
We have a winner!
Congratulations to Rebecca of ladyjaneandthedragon.blogspot.com. She’s the winner of Lark Books Beadweaving Master Class
giveaway! Many thanks to everyone who participated. Don’t forget to check out all the current giveaways happening at CraftGossip for your chance to win. There are … Read More...