Crafts, Patterns, DIY and How-To Ideas from CraftGossip

Indie Artist Interview- Candace Tornay-Gonzalez

July 22, 2015 by Katie Smith

Today I am so happy to have Candace Tornay-Gonzalez here answering a few interview questions! Candace is an artist from California, although now she lives in Washington, creating her gorgeous art! Let’s get to know her: Who are you? Where … Read More...

23 Free Vintage Vector Labels

July 22, 2015 by Francine Clouden

Get a free vintage labels pack, add a bit of nostalgia to your project to make it stand out!You get 3 EPS files that contain all you could want from a vintage label vector pack!
These vectors are free for

How To Make Your Own Vintage Labels

July 22, 2015 by Francine Clouden

Grab these free vintage style printables and make your own vintage labels. A quick and easy project to make any jar or bottle look old in minutes. Use them for your paper crafts like scrapbooking, card making and art journaling.

Jungle Abstractions Lion quilt

July 21, 2015 by Scarlett Burroughs

If you love cats (m-e-o-w), you’ll love this big cat, hear him R-O-A-R. This stately lion is the sole block in a 60″ x 60″ quilt designed by Violet Craft. Her pattern uses foundation paper piecing and employs Michael Miller … Read More...

Giveaway- Paper Jewelry: 55 Projects for Reusing Paper

July 21, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

Enter to win the beautiful new book Paper Jewelry: 55 Projects for Reusing Paper

by Barbara Baumann by leaving a comment in today’s post by July 30th, 2015.

Open to U. S. residents only please.

Looking for jewelry-making supplies? Check … Read More...

Trend and Freebie: Mandala Coloring Pages

July 21, 2015 by Heather Holbrook

Some of my most popular posts recently have been about coloring books and pages for adults who love to color and one big trend with that right now are Mandalas. I walked into the book store last week and saw … Read More...

Tutorial: Make a Picture Perfect Skirt

July 21, 2015 by Anne Weaver

This skirt by Heather from The Sewing Loft is Picture Perfect. That’s the name of the skirt and it’s an accurate description. It’s a simple gathered skirt with a tulle underlayer peeking out. It can be worn dressy or casual … Read More...

Felt Earth and Apple Bookmark Tutorial

July 21, 2015 by Linda Lanese

Nancy of “Do small things with love” has an adorable Felt earth bookmark that she has on a composition notebook that would be neat for you or your children. She has another one with an apple that is really cute … Read More...

Sugar Decor

July 21, 2015 by Carolyn Bickford

I love watching the sugar competitions on the Food Network. It amazes me all the incredible ways they manipulate the sugar. I know I would never be able to create anything as beautiful, but I was happy when I found … Read More...

Tutorial: Make these perching owl softies from recycled clothing

July 21, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Jill from Creating My Way to Success created these perched owl softies using fabric recycled from old clothing. She shares a tutorial and a template on her blog. The owl softies are perched on twigs that hang from a cord. … Read More...

Sailboat Rice Krispies Treats

July 21, 2015 by Carolyn Bickford

These would be cute for a nautical party. Maybe you are planning a 1st birthday party for a boy, these would be a cute addition. Although, you will want to keep these in a cool area, before the party. The … Read More...

DIY Modern Cement Bud Vases

July 21, 2015 by Katie Smith

Here’s a fun project from Naomi and Sage from the blog, Plaster and Disaster- DIY Modern Cement Bud Vases. How cute are these?

Naomi says: “I was excited to find this mold for like $4 which I could use for

How to make a recycled plastic cactus table

July 21, 2015 by Stefanie Girard

What a transformation! Naomi sent in her post about how her and her fellow blogger were challenged to make something out of a plastic cactus. I think they did a great job transforming the cactus into a cool stylish end … Read More...

8 Ideas For Extra Special Handmade Thank You Cards

July 21, 2015 by Larissa Coleman

The gesture of giving a thank you card is slowly becoming a lost art, let alone having it be a hand-written and homemade card. Take an extra minute to show that someone how much you really appreciate them by not … Read More...

Tutorial: DIY lace shorts

July 21, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Terra from Mama Says Sew guest blogs at Make It and Love It with a tutorial showing how you can make a pair of lace shorts. Don’t worry – they’re lined so they’re completely modest! It’s a cute style for … Read More...

DIY Hidden Storage

July 21, 2015 by Katie Smith

Are you a book worm? I sure am, I love reading. I have a huge “to be read” pile so I think you can say that I love books. and you can also say that I LOVE this diy Hidden … Read More...

What Are Yarn Bowls for, and How to Make Your Own

July 21, 2015 by Sarah White

I’ve been seeing a lot of things about yarn bowls lately. These bowls, which are often ceramic but can be made DIY style out of just about any material that’s a bowl, are a way to hold you yarn while … Read More...

Ant Man: Pym Particle Potion and Yellow Jacket Juice

July 21, 2015 by Carolyn Bickford

Have you seen the new Ant Man movie? Ashley from Cute as a Fox has and was instantly inspired. She created these fun juices for your next hero party or possibly Ant Man party. I wish I was easily inspired, … Read More...

She Uses Vintage Jello Molds To Create Amazing Candles

July 21, 2015 by Shellie Wilson

I am sharing this tutorial not for the actual candle guide but for the amazing use of vintage molds. Tagandtibby used vintage jello or jelly molds as the holder.

How many times have you walked past old tin kitchen bowls … Read More...

What Does The Fox Say?

July 21, 2015 by Shellie Wilson

This Fox chart is unfortunately not free but it is only $5.72 . It is available at Rollinginstitches on Etsy. If you decide to make it I would love for you to come back and show your finished piece. Love … Read More...