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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
