Wanna update a holiday classic with polymer clay? Head on over to the Roots and Wings blog to check out these retro mice walnut ornaments. Click here to get some tips on creating your own!
Tutoria: No sew folded fabric wreath
Vanessa from V and Co. was the winner of the Leaf challenge at So You Think You’re Crafty. The tutorial for her No Sew Fabric Wreath is posted at the So You Think You’re Crafty website. There’s still time to … Read More...
Robin Andreae Wildlife Felting Artist
Robin lives in California and is an amazing wildlife artist using needle felting as her textile. Her animals are so realistic and so anatomically correct that it is difficult to believe they are not existent. She is a devoted wildlife … Read More...
New Release: The Flourishing Quill Stamps
Stamping and Company has just release a gorgeous new stamp line, the Flourishing Quill from Linda Schneider. These lovely scrolling images are very sweet and romantic, I personally love the Eiffel Tower designs! Click here to view the entire line.… Read More...
Retro Foodie Gift Ideas
Apparently the Snoopy SnoCone Machine
is making a comeback. We of course can’t ignore the Easy Bake Oven
(I had the Holly Hobby version as a kid). And find these lunch boxes at Perpetual Kid: Hello Kitty and the … Read More...
Giveaway: White Christmas ornament
Oooooooooo. Rebecca Cason of Edward & Lilly is giving away one of her beautiful, touchable Christmas ornaments — this one is a white felt bird with a white snowflake embroidered on natural linen. Uber sweet. Go to the blog post … Read More...
Oreo Turkey
Find the instructions on making these easy Oreo Turkeys HERE at cookies and cups.
[tags]cookies, Oreos, turkeys, Thanksgiving[/tags]
Free tatting pattern: Remembrance Ring
Yarnplayer is sharing her original pattern for this beautiful Remembrance Ring. This is one of the most popular free tatting tutorials that we have featured on Craftgossip.com. A mourning ring is a finger ring worn in memory of someone who … Read More...
Giveaway: Loralie machine-embroidery designs
Check out the latest Thankful Days Giveaway at Sewforless.com. The blog says,
… Read More...Announcing the newest collection of embroidery designs by famous designer Loralie Harris! These “Lovely Ladies” are gorgeous and will add some sassiness to aprons, spa wraps and
An “I Am Thankful Scroll” made from recycled materials
This is such a cute idea, make a thankful scroll out of recycled materials. It really makes you think. Pop on over to the Making Books Blog to read more about it.
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More Ornaments For “The Season”
Felted Bells! I really like these. From Patternworks, here: http://www.patternworks.com/productdetail/200502/–FELTED-BELL-ORNAMENTS.htm
Free pattern: Punchneedle poinsettia
Whether you’re a punchneedle expert or a rank beginner, this free holiday pattern from June Gilbank of PlanetJune will make you rush to find your hoop and needle. June says,
… Read More...This 2.5? Poinsettia design uses Punchneedle Embroidery for a fast
Tutorial: Leg warmers from an old sweater
Fawnda from Fireflies and Jellybeans shows how you can make a pair of leg warmers from an old sweater. With my cold-natured self and winter coming on, I think I might need to make myself a pair or two! Go … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled fabric wreath
Nora from Fun to be Frugal shows how to make this ruffled wreath out of a wire hanger and strips of fabric. This is an inexpensive but stylish way to dress up your decor for the season. Go to the … Read More...
Tutorial: Gertie Gecko Wheat Pack microwaveable heat bag
Funky Friends Factory sells a tutorial for showing how to make this Gertie Gecko Wheat Pack, a gecko-shaped microwaveable heat pack. This cute little guy can help melt away a day’s stress or aching muscles. You can purchase Gertie Gecko … Read More...
Trend: Wolf Stamps and New Moon
Wolves are a very hot trend right now, due in part to the release of the New Moon movie, the second in the Twilight series. So I thought I’d share some great wolf stamps I’ve found.
The Stampin’ Place has … Read More...
Tutorial: Chair scarf with yo-yo border
Vickie Eapen of Mid-Ohio Quilter and Spun Sugar Quilts shares how she made this charming chair scarf showcasing Moda’s Aster Manor fabric line. Check out the yo yo border! Get the tutorial.
[tags]tutorial, chair scarf, yo yo, Moda, Aster … Read More...
CROCHET A CHRISTMAS CARD??
I really like the idea of recycling old greeting cards into something attractive like this:
http://www.allfreecrafts.com/christmas/card-basket.shtml
Mind you, this idea would work for any occasion – well, one that you can find or make greeting cards for. What about baseball … Read More...
School Library Journal
School Library Journal
, a monthly publication with articles and reviews for school and public librarians who work with young people, highlights several book titles that focus on hand-crafted soaps and candles. These books are perfect for those looking for … Read More...
Back to Louisville for the GAS Conference
I talked a bit about Louisville, KY yesterday regarding the Glassworks Studio. I’m back to discuss it a bit more to start talking up the 2010 Glass Art Society’s conference which is being held in Louisville. I just received the … Read More...