Denim is such a versatile material and what I like most about this project is that it uses the side seems as a decorative element along the top of the triangles. Pop on over to the blog Skip to my … Read More...
Free pattern: Woodland fox tote bag
This woodland fox tote is soooo cute! Especially for fall, don’t you think? Katie from Punk Projects (and the Indie Crafts editor here at Craft Gossip) shares a free pattern and tutorial over at Seams and Scissors. Her tutorial is … Read More...
Tip: Coloring Clear Bubble Embellishments
Clear plastic or glass bubble embellishments can add a fun dimension to your cards or scrapbook pages but did you know you can customize them by adding a touch of color to them? Using alcohol inks, like those from Tim … Read More...
Making Charming Books
I’m a book reading type of person. And I’m also a polymer clay one. So let’s take it one step further and make little clay books. Or a couple of steps further and make them into charms. I’ll be adding … Read More...
Spice Rum Float with Lemon Sorber
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It’s five o’clock somewhere! Sometimes you can’t wait for the weekend or five o’clock. It’s only Thursday and the weekend can’t come soon enough! If you are in need of a new cocktail to enjoy … Read More...
Free Sewing Pattern: Women’s V-neck t-shirt
A classic V-neck t-shirt. It’s a wardrobe staple! It’s always cute with a pair of jeans. Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shares a free pattern on her blog. It fits closely through the shoulders, sleeves, and bust … Read More...
Fresh Corn Chowder with Bacon
Cold weather is on the way and that means soup and chili season. I love the season and all the comfort food that I enjoy. If you are still able to get some corn from the market, you might want … Read More...
Review: Self-Striping Yarn Studio
I love working with self-striping yarns, and actually have a whole chapter in my colorwork book on the subject (and my favorite sweater ever, which is in that book, is made with self-striping yarn). But I’ll admit it’s not … Read More...
Baked Paleo Onion Rings
Onion rings are a classic side dish that is usually fried. Now you can enjoy a healthier version. A side dish for dinner or to enjoy while watching the football game. Shelmy from Yummy’s the Word shares how to make … Read More...
Cookies and Cream Popsicles
Fall will be here soon and there are some warm days still. Surprise your kids with these treats that are easy to make. Consuelo from Earthly Taste shares how to make these easy treats using Oreos and coconut milk. Surprise … Read More...
Tutorial: Squishy quilted tote bag
Anna from Tea and a Sewing Machine shares a tutorial for making this quilted tote bag. It’s made from 3 fat quarters so it’s stash friendly. Or you could always go buy 3 fat quarters just for this bag, … Read More...
Back to School Strawberry Chocolate Crayons
These were created for back to school, but I think they would be fun anytime and for kids and adults. I really love the adult coloring books and spend what little time I have coloring. How cute would these be … Read More...
Check out These Adorable Halloween “Cross Stitched” Pumpkins
What better way to show off your love for all things cross stitch than using a cross-stitch style design to decorate your pumpkins at Halloween?
U Create has some adorable painted pumpkins that use cross stitch x’s made with paint … Read More...
Slow Cooker Ravioli Casserole
Meals for the busy work week that are easy and quick are key. Especially, after school started back up. It is amazing how quickly the schedule fills up and the days seem to be shorter and shorter. Blair at The … Read More...
Pumpkin Cornbread Muffin
Here is a muffin that you can have for a side dish at dinner or breakfast. This would be great for the holiday seasons too. Serve this up with some chili or soup for football Sunday. Melissa at Bless this … Read More...
How To Watercolor – Pineapple
Here is a great tutorial for young or old on how to Paint a pineapple with Water color. You can grab the free template and then follow the step by step instructions to create your piece of art. Whilst a … Read More...
Rainbow Butterfly Bookmark
This is so beautiful and I love it in the rainbow designs but you could choose any color you like. The pattern is available in PDF format from Marthas Tatting Blog These would make beautiful handmade gifts.
DIY Jelly Soaps
I believe it was LUSH Cosmetics that first started with Jelly soaps and thank goodness they did as now it’s a sure fire way to get little kidlets to wash them selves. I have to admit I like using them … Read More...
Tutorial: Felt flower fall wreath
See how you can make this beautiful felt flower wreath! Patti from Garden Matter has the tutorial and a free pattern for the flowers on her blog. You can make the flowers with hand sewing and glue, so no sewing … Read More...
Project: Stamped Metal Necklace
How amazing is this mixed media necklace? It’s made with a buckle, images stamped on metal and colored with alcohol inks and jewelry findings. You can directions over on the Paper Artsy blog.
-Heather