Much as I love cross stitch, I really like using embroidery as a gateway to getting people interested in stitching because it is more free-form and there’s not really a “right” way to do it.
I’ve been writing a lot … Read More...
Tutorial: Patriotic Pillow DIY
Create your very own patriotic home decor with this simple, fast and trendy patriotic pillow cover. Chelsea from GYCT Designs has a tutorial and free cut files for you! Just take a moment to raid your fabric stash to find … Read More...
Great New Washcloths for Spring
There’s something about the change in the weather that makes people want a fresh start, which means spring cleaning, clearing and decluttering.
Why not also knit up some new things to help you with your spring cleaning?
DROPS has a … Read More...
How to dye buttons
Wow! Who knew you could dye buttons? But, you can. This really opens up all sorts of customizing and artsy opportunities. Pop on over to the blog Fiberluscious for the step by step tutorial on how to dye buttons. … Read More...
DIY Wrap Jewelry
This DIY jewelry tutorial shows you how to make the perfect gypsy or Boho style bracelet. You will need some cord, beads and needle and thread. Choose beads to suit your fashion style or hit up turquoise for a classic … Read More...
Edible Garden Cupcakes
Make these adorable garden marker seed packet cupcake toppers for any spring holiday. The perfect Diy cupcake for Mother’s day or a garden tea party. Garden Cupcakes Recipe and Tutorial
Project: Treat Bag from 1/2 Sheet of Paper
Using only 1/2 a sheet of pretty patterned 12″ x 12″ paper Wendy Cranford made this adorable little treat bag. Add some stamped images and tie with a ribbon for the perfect way to deliver a tiny gift. She’s got … Read More...
Stay Up to Date on All the Scrapbooking Gossip
Did you know that there are a couple ways you can make sure to see all the great tips, tricks, freebies, and other scrapbook related posts here on Craft Gossip?
If you haven’t already, you should definitely subscribe to the … Read More...
Tutorial: Paper pieced hexagon notebook
Here’s a simple sewing tutorial that uses up scraps! Stephanie from Swoodson Says shows how to use them to create a paper pieced hexagon notebook. A small notebook like this is perfect to keep in your purse to take notes … Read More...
Craft Room Storage | Scandinavia Meets Japan In These Minimalist Work Spaces
These minimalist creative work spaces will sooth you! Craft and scrap rooms don’t have to be chaotic and wildly colorful, they can also be beautifully organised calm oases of monotones. That may not be your thing, but I bet you’ll … Read More...
Faux Fabric Flowers From A Bedsheet
Upcycle your old bed sheets into some lovely faux flowers. You can easily colour the flowers with a watercolour effect simply using Sharpies. Learn how to make them here.
Project: Festive Pinwheel Wreath
Spring is finally on it’s way! And Roni Johnson wanted to make something fun to hang on her front door. Using small stamps and ink on white paper she made this festive rainbow pinwheel wreath. It’s bright, cheerful and welcoming … Read More...
How to make a cute felt purse with sparkly eyelashes
This felt purse embellished with sequins was so easy to make with Crafter’s Companion Gemini purse dies and Buttons Galore sequins.
I die cut 2 pieces of pink felt for the body of the purse and 1 piece of … Read More...
Because Sometimes You Just Want to Knit a Giant Pillow
One great way to use a lot of yarn at once is to knit big projects on big needles. Whether you use yarn that was already super bulky or make your own fat yarn by combining multiple strands, it’s really … Read More...
Ribbon Embroidery – Rose Cushion
Being able to create stitched ribbon roses will enable you to make endless creations. This Ribbon Embroidery pattern is going to take you a few days be worth the effort. You can see the completed cushion and full tutorial here.… Read More...
Adorable Crochet Mini Stars Pattern
This is a simple and easy Crochet pattern to make little cute stars to use as favors or decorations. These starts have been added to a bag of candy but the possibilities for using these as embellishments in endless. This … Read More...
Project: Animated Owl Card
Recently I’ve been seeing on-line some really cool cards made with new animation stamps from Motion Crafts and was thrilled to see some for sale at my local Michael’s craft store. They have a selection of stamps, grid sheets and … Read More...
Tutorial: Minimal Triangles quilt
So you want to make a pretty quilt but you don’t want to invest the time in intricate piecing? The Minimal Triangles quilt by Simple Simon & Co. is what you need. They’ve got a free pattern on their … Read More...
DIY Mini Clip-On Flower Frames
Use up your scrapbooking supplies like patterned paper, and your general craft supplies like mini clothespins to make these clip on photo frames. You don;t need to use the printer suggested, you can pull this off if you’re used to … Read More...
Make Your Own Maxi Dress
Add a great staple to your wardrobe with this fun and fast Maxi Dress tutorial. Follow along with this step by step photo tutorial to create your own custom fitted maxi dress to shake up your wardrobe. All you need … Read More...