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The 4th of July marks the US independence and celebrations include BBQs, beer, and all things red, white, & blue. So this Saturday make sure to step up your party game and use these simple ways to add red, white
Tutorial: Melon Mini Quilt
Lisa of Inspired By Fabric shares on her blog how to make this fresh summertime melon quilt. Of the project she explains,
It’s super-easy to make–just one Courthouse Steps block cut in quarters and reassembled!
Measuring only 12-1/2″ square, this … Read More...
Benefits of Being Bored
So, for all of you who have kids on summer break, have they started complaining about being bored yet? If so, make sure you visit this informative post by Kristen on Busy Kids Happy Mom. Even if your kids haven’t … Read More...
Video tutorial: How to make a pillowcase
A pillowcase makes a great first sewing project, and Professor Pincushion shares a video tutorial showing how you can do it. The pillowcase has a contrast band at the opening, so pick two coordinating fabrics and sew them up into … Read More...
Video tutorial: How to make a pillowcase
A pillowcase makes a great first sewing project, and Professor Pincushion shares a video tutorial showing how you can do it. The pillowcase has a contrast band at the opening, so pick two coordinating fabrics and sew them up into … Read More...
How To: Make Mini Felt Shells & Starfish
Laura of “Bugs and Fishes” has the cutest Mini Felt Shells for us to make. What represents summer better than sea shells? She has the template sheet at the bottom of her post. Laura “Lupin”, a crafty lady living near … Read More...
How to Make Your Own Ombre in a Knitting Project
An easy way to change the look of a knitting project is to knit stripes instead of working in a solid color, and one fun way to make stripes is to use an ombre palette.
Ombre simply means graduated colors, … Read More...
Dirty Girl Scouts (Adults only pudding shots)
We will end our adult and summer days with these pudding shots that taste like Girl Scout Thin Mints. Might have to have a warning on these, I know I can’t eat just one thin mint cookie. Great drink for … Read More...
Free pattern: Knit shorts for boys or girls
Stephanie from The Crafty Kitty shares a free pattern at Birch Fabrics blog for these kids knit shorts. They’re longer shorts, coming nearly to the knee, with a faux fly and an elastic waist. They’re quick to sew up. Make … Read More...
4th of July Spiked Snow Cones
I prefer Hawaiian Ice, but it is hard to find that here in Maine. When it’s getting warm, we get slushies or snow cones. These snow cones for adults will have an added punch. Make snow cones for the kids … Read More...
DIY Magnetic Scrabble Board For Endless Fun!
This magnetic scrabble board is so fun, and great way to have ongoing entertainment day after day. Make one up and hang it on your refrigerator or somewhere that your household can join in and add a word or two … Read More...
Tutorial: Sofa arm organizer caddy
Tired of the clutter around your sofa? Sew4Home shows how you can make this organizer caddy that fits over the arm of your sofa. There are 5 pockets to hold remote controls, magazines, and other items you like to keep … Read More...
How to make a yarn bowl
This bowl is so pretty and while the tutorial is on how to make a yarn bowl with polymer clay featured at the blog Seven Thirty Three I wanted to share this with you here at Craft Gossip Recycling because … Read More...
Adult Root Beer Float
Today will be about the adults and summer! I loved root beer
floats as a kid and I occasionally will have one as an adult. For your 4th of July celebration have two root beer float stations. One for the … Read More...
Soap Recipe – Chemotherapy Safe Soap
Monica from the Swan Creek Soap Co has shared her amazing Chemosabe Soap ($3.50) recipe with all our DIY soap makers out there. Monica not only sells her soap in her amazing soap store but also donates bars of these … Read More...
Cross Stitch Tattoos – Would you get one?
These tattoos are created by Eva a tattoo artist in Turkey. They are a cross between Cross-stitch and pixels. It’s a great style to show off your love for Cross-stitch. There wouldn’t be too many crafts that can be replicated … Read More...
10 Amazing Crochet Cushion Patterns
If you’re looking for a quick and easy way to add a pop of color and texture to your home decor, look no further than these 10 amazing crochet cushion patterns. Whether you call them pillows or cushions, these patterns … Read More...
Easy Recipes for Unique 4th of July Jello Shots
If you’re planning some adult-oriented fun for your Fourth of July celebration, Jello Shot Test Kitchen has prepared a roundup of unique Jello shot recipes. They all look so pretty, it’s hard to decide which one I’d want to try … Read More...
Product Review: Stampin’ Up Part 3 (with lots of card samples)
I’m back to share even more new products and ideas from the brand new Stampin’ Up catalog! This catalog is full of wonderful ideas for card making, scrapbooking and parties! There are loads and loads of new stamps… Read More...
Free Sewing pattern: Mori Girl Sundress for little girls
The Mori Girl Sundress by Kataryna from Sew Chibi is a fun take on a simple peasant style dress. She shares a free pattern and tutorial for making them on her blog. She color blocks them from gingham and brightly … Read More...