An easy granola bar that is healthier than the store bought version. These are perfect to send to school with your kids or have in the kitchen for an after school snack. Spend some time in the kitchen with your … Read More...
Apple Activities to Get Ready for Fall
There are so many fun ideas for things to do with kids that have to do with apples, whether you’re in a classroom environment or just want to do something fun with the kids on the weekend. Here are a … Read More...
Egg Bagel Sandwich
An easy meal for the school week either for breakfast or dinner. Even better you can have these in the freezer and just warm them up in the morning or at night when you need them. Ron at the Pear … Read More...
Amugurumi Trio Of Patterns
This little trio of friends are available free from Bluebird and Daisy. There are just small enough and cute enough to fit in to your pocket or purse. I adore little tiny Crochet projects like these and so do my … Read More...
Annie’s Launches New Collection for Fall
Back in April the craft publisher Annie’s made its first foray into seasonal pattern collections with Summer Love, curated by lead designer Lena Skvagerson.
They’ve decided to do it again, with the Autumn Bliss collection launching today. You can … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy flannel coasters
These flannel coasters are so cute for fall and winter! They’re a quick and simple sewing project. Katie from View From The Fridge shares a tutorial at Juggling Act Mama showing how you can make them. Make some and then … Read More...
Project: Snowman Triple Easel Card
Get a jump start on holiday and winter cards with this super cute triple easel card. I love all the details and dimensions on this card! You can find directions and a link to a Youtube video over on the … Read More...
Tutorial: How to make a Harry Potter robe
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can make a Harry Potter robe for Halloween – or just because you love Harry Potter and you want to make a robe. You’ll need a basic coat pattern. Her tutorial shows … Read More...
How to Create an Ikea Closet Craft Room
Get the recipe for making this craft room in a closet using furniture and organizational supplies from Ikea. Everyone will be jealous of your creative craft space. You’ll get a list of exactly which pieces you need to transform that … Read More...
Teach Yourself How to Hand Letter
Here’s another simple approach to teaching yourself to hand letter. Once again it requires only paper and a pen, no need for special equipment or to download special sheets.
Followstep by ste p instructions and start lettering a word or … Read More...
How to make a recycled denim pennant banner
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...