The type of sweater I’ve knit most often is a standard raglan, but my favorite kind of sweater to wear is a henley. (I went on and on about how much I love henleys, and the Achoo sweater in particular, … Read More...
Tissue Box Sweater Covers
Are Tissue Box Covers Outdated? Not When They’re This Charming!
Tissue Box Sweater Covers by Annie’s Signature Designs bring a touch of warmth and personality to your home decor in the most delightful way. But you might wonder, are … Read More...
Valentine’s Day Hedgehog Card with Quilling
This adorable Valentine’s Day card from Catherine is the ultimate in cute and puny! Using a hedgehog stamp along with the “Quill You Be Mine” sentiment and creating swirly 3D hearts with a paper quilling technique is just too clever!! … Read More...
Crafting with Gold Leaf: Worth it?
Ok, this guy makes it look easy, but I. am. exhausted watching it!
@bland_design… Read More...I don’t know about you, but I’m exhausted ? Thank you everyone, as always, for your support ? #2023recap #blanddesign #danielbland #gilding #goldleaf #muralartist #wallmural #goldceiling
Use Your Stash to Make Loop Scarves
I’ve recently been playing more with my Sentro knitting machine, and my favorite thing to make right now is loop scarves. Because the easiest thing to make on one of these machines is a tube, you can just crank … Read More...
Designer Spotlight: Stitch and Poke Company
Get your salty cross stitch patterns right here, from Stitch and Poke Company on Etsy.
There’s literally one about staying salty, which is about 8 inches on 18 count fabric, and looks great on dark colored fabric.
I first … Read More...
10 Outdoor Winter Scrapbook Layout Ideas
Torn papers give the feeling of snowy hills and 3D sentiments add a dimensional element to this fun Winter Activities layout from Wendy. Learn more at the Bramble Fox blog.
It is cold and snowy where you live? We’ve had … Read More...
Peach Fuzz: Pantone’s Color of the Year 2024 – Because Life’s Too Short for Serious Hues
In a world that’s constantly changing its mind about what’s hot and what’s not, Pantone has once again taken the reins to declare the color that will dominate our lives in 2024. Brace yourself for the revelation of the shade … Read More...
Kids Craft – How To Grow Crystals At Home
Growing crystals is a wonderful way to get kids to love science. The article provides step-by-step instructions for kids to grow stunning crystal clusters from fertilizer, which is non-toxic. It can also be the subject of a school science project, … Read More...
Activities for The Snowy Day
There are a lot of great winter-themed books that lend themselves to activities in the classroom or at home, and it’s great to read and explore winter books after the holiday break because it makes getting back to school a … Read More...
Knitting Patterns to Use Your Yarn Odd Balls
If you’ve been around here for much time at all, you probably know that I’m all about stash busting and projects that allow you to use little bits of yarn left over from other projects (or that random skein you … Read More...
Soldering Tips For Jewelry Making
In the dimly lit corner of my small jewelry studio, the silver soldering torch hisses to life. The familiar scent of metal and flux fills the air. As a jewelry maker, I’ve always found a certain magic in the process … Read More...
Diamond Pouch – Free Crochet Pattern
Are you in search of an easy yet stylish crochet project that not only adds a touch of elegance to your accessories but also serves as a practical addition to your collection? Look no further! The Diamond Pouch crochet pattern… Read More...
Homemade Lemon And Orange Laundy Powder
Doing laundry is a necessary chore that is often dreaded. And while we may not be able to eliminate the task altogether, we can make it more pleasant with the use of essential oils. In this article, we will be … Read More...
12 Handmade Thank You Card Ideas
Mindy used new stamps and dies from Lawn Fawn for this darling Hedgehog and mushroom Thank You card with a funny pun. Visit the Mindy Eggen Designs blog for a closer look.
With the Holidays over hopefully you’ve had … Read More...
Flexi Hoses Under the Sink: A Tale of DIY Triumph and Plumbing Pandemonium
Ah, the joys of homeownership – the uncharted territory where plumbing mishaps are the surprise guests that refuse to leave. One fine day, my wife and I embarked on a weekend getaway, leaving our castle in the hands of our … Read More...
A Shawl to Knit to Get through the Current Calamity
I generally write most posts for Craft Gossip several weeks in advance of when they go live, so I’m writing this not knowing what calamitous events might be happening in the world or in your life when you read it. … Read More...
What’s the Difference Between Cross Stitch and Embroidery?
The other day I wrote a post that included the information that a project could be worked as cross stitch, needlepoint or petit point, and I have to admit I’m not totally sure what the difference between all those terms … Read More...
How to make your own dimensional paints perfect for snow effects
I have been collecting what I call my “techniques to try” list for this year to grow my painting vocabulary. These tutorials on ways to add texture and dimension to projects are definitely going on my list. Pop on over … Read More...
10 Romantic Chocolate Strawberry Breakfast Ideas
There is nothing quite as romantic as waking up to a special breakfast that has been prepared with love and care. And what better way to add a touch of romance to your morning routine than with chocolate-covered strawberries? … Read More...