Quilting Gallery sponsored a Lazy Days of Summer Photo Contest – readers could enter photos of the quilts they made this summer. Now all the entries are in, and the winners will be decided by a vote. Let your voice … Read More...
The wonderful world of glass.
Thanks for tuning into the Glass Art section of Craft Gossip.
Here you will find daily, juicy tidbits on what is going on in the world of glass art. Fusing, kiln formed, casting, lampworking, stained glass, blowing, painting, enameling and … Read More...
Make Your Own Bookring Book
Any scrapbooker or paper lover will admit, when pressed, that they have tons of paper scraps sitting around unused and gathering dust. Too gorgeous to toss, these paper bits sit around, waiting to be used as you move on to … Read More...
Bloom and win!
CraftStylish is hosting The Flower Power Challenge. Just create a flower in the medium of your choice and post it in the challenge gallery before 11:59 p.m. (Eastern USA time) on September 30. Four winners will receive super-duper bundles … Read More...
Free patterns from doe-c-doe
This week, doe-c-doe blog is offering two free vintage embroidery patterns – this adorable kitty in a basket, and an equally sweet bunny with an umbrella. Get the patterns.
Vintage embroidery patterns have become increasingly popular over the years, … Read More...
Free campaign stitchery
Tanya Marie Anderson, aka The Sampler Girl, is offering two free cross-stitch charts on her blog, At the Honeysuckle Tree. Tanya says, “So in the spirit of the election, here is a free chart for both sides. … Read More...
Turn A BBQ Grill Into A Planter
As summer turns to fall, I see more and more broken down grills waiting for the garbage man to pick them up each week. People are getting ready for new grills for a new season of grilling, and all I … Read More...
Butterscotch garden pendant
Originally uploaded by jennifer morris beads
This is a gorgeous pendant by Jennifer Morris. I am in love with her work. It looks like a lot of work though. I wish I had the patience to … Read More...
Book Review: Making Designer Jewelry with Hardware, Gems and Beads
This past weekend I got the book Making Designer Jewelry from Hardware, Beads, and Gems
by Nicole Noelle Sherman. Unusual/edgy jewelry is right up my alley, so the subject matter caught my attention right away.
- Paperback: 128 pages
- Publisher: Quarry
Double Wicked Seashell Sand Candle
I got the seashell sand candle idea from Bob Sherman’s Candle Making book.
It’s one of the most detailed and informative books I have read on candle making. He’s a well known candle maker and has been at it since … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork tablecloth and napkins
MarthaStewart.com has posted a tutorial, excerpted from Last-Minute Patchwork and Quilted Gifts by Joelle Hoverson, for creating a quick and beautiful patchwork tablecloth with matching napkins. See the article.
Many thanks to One Pretty Thing for the … Read More...
Baby quilt contest
Enter your handmade baby quilt in the contest at Make Baby Stuff.com, and you could win a gift certificate for US $100, US $50, or US $25 at Superbuzzy.com. The contest rules say, “We are looking for baby … Read More...
Lauren Brandy’s hoop love
Lauren Brandy, one of Pimp Stitch‘s rockin designers, has posted a review of embroidery hoops, naming the pros and cons of a variety of popular styles. Check out the article. My two cents: I prefer spring-tension hoops … Read More...
Crafting for a Cause: Alzheimer’s Art Quilt Initiative
“Support the AAQI by making a bid on an auction quilt. The September 2008 “Slow & Silent” Auction runs from September 1st until 10pm (EST) September 10th. Please bid generously, all profits are used to fund … Read More...
I Heart Laguna!
My first impression of this bag was how attractive it is. It’s extremely well made and sturdy. (I even road tested it on the back of my motorcycle). This bag has been my constant companion for weeks now living in … Read More... Naughty Secretary Club Book Giveaway Winner!
Thanks to the 51 amazing comments in this great book giveaway contest! I could only pick one winner, however, and used random.org to help me out. Here’s what I came up with:
Yay, Charlotte! You’ve won the book … I’ve … Read More...
Free embroidery pattern from Andrea Zuill
This month’s free embroidery pattern from Andrea Zuill (Badbird’s blog) is this sweet-faced caterpillar. Download the pattern.
Tutorial: Scrappy log cabin quilt
I was browsing around the web this morning, pretending to be working but really just enjoying a cup of coffee, when I was arrested by these quilt images. Don’t get me wrong: I love traditional light-and-dark log cabin quilts. But … Read More...
San Francisco’s Stitch Lounge is closing
I am heading to SF this week and was really excited about checking out Stitch Lounge. This spot was a breakthrough concept back when it opened 4 years ago- it was the first Sewing Lounge in the country (this … Read More...
BABY SWEATERS
I wanted to share with you the two sweaters I made for my neighbor’s granddaughters. Frank, my neighbor, is a very kind man – and just crazy about his grandkids! He has two, Olivia, age 2, and Sienna, age 3 … Read More...