I hope that spring has started to make its appearance wherever you are if you happen to be in the Northern Hemisphere, and if it hasn’t maybe we can rush it along by knitting some great spring projects. We recently … Read More...
Tips for topstitching like a boss
Topstitching is like the icing on a sewing project. When done well, it creates a clean, polished finish. But if your stitch lines are wavy or the stitches uneven, it’ll be obvious. Heather from The Sewing Loft has some tips … Read More...
Tip: Coloring Texture Paste
Texture paste is a great product to use with stencils, when applied with a pallet knife over the stencil it gives not only the shape of the stenciled design but also depth and texture. But this paste usually comes in … Read More...
Have Fun with Jell-Doh
Making and playing with Play dough is always a great way to entertain kids and help pass the time. Not only can it be used for fun, you can use it as part of many different lesson plans. If you … Read More...
Tutorial: Simple leather diaper clutch
Delia from Delia Creates shows how you can make a leather diaper clutch that’s sleek and sophisticated. It’s easy to make, requiring just two straight seams and a snap. This would make a great gift for a new parent. Or, … Read More...
Mother’s Day Gift Idea | Geometric Heart Poster
Give your mom or another mother your “heart” this year, by making them this geometric heart poster. You can make one out of colored paper, patterned scrapbook paper or maybe a treasured photo of you and your mom. Frame before … Read More...
DIY Pineapple Night Light
Isn’t this hand made pineapple night light so so cute? Elsie, one of my FAVORITE DIY craft and lifestyle bloggers shared this tutorial on her blog, A Beautiful Mess.
She shares a simple video tutorial showing you how she created … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Terry cloth towel swimsuit cover-up
Beth from The Renegade Seamstress shares a tutorial at eHow showing how you can make a terry cloth towel wrap. It would make a great swimsuit cover-up to wear to the beach or pool this summer!
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Freebie | Printable Gift Tag for Mother’s Day
I love this idea for a Mother’s Day gift with a difference. Moms who love to cook, will love to receive a jar of citrus and herb seasoning salt. The post from Five and One shares the recipe and … Read More...
Earth Day Cake Pops
Cake pops are one of those magical treats that give you just the right amount of sweetness without overindulging. At least, that’s how I like to think of them! Personally, I’m not a huge cake lover, so a single, perfectly-sized … Read More...
Free pattern Little girl’s purse
Virginia from Fynes Designs shares a free pattern for this pretty little girl’s purse. It has the shape and details of a grown-up shoulder bag, but this one is sized small just for little girls. It has a curved top … Read More...
Darth Vader and Hipster Cat – free patterns
These are for the kids in your life. Decorate their room with a menacing Darth Vader or a cool Hipster Cat. The patterns are a free download offered at Shwin&Shwin, by generous blogger Shauna. Along with the patterns, she walks … Read More...
Rainforest Cookies
Here is another recipe that can be made with the kids, while they learn the importance of protecting and appreciating our environment we currently live in. These cookies have ingredients that you are able to find in the rainforest. The … Read More...
Ikea Hacks For Your Kitchen
By now, you have probably heard about, and possibly even visited the big blue store know as Ikea. There are so many different options for you home there, and just about everything is at a fairly decent price and what … Read More...
Salt Dough Necklace
Salt dough has been used for jewelry making for a long time. We have blogged about salt dough and it’s versatility many times on Craftgossip but this tutorial stood out to me. The use of color and wire wrapping adds … Read More...
10 Easy Hairstyles for School Girls
My hair styles for myself mainly (always) consist of pony tails and occasionally a bun. So naturally I torture my daughter by doing the same to her.
Actually I do have this side plait thing going when I want to … Read More...
Edible Water Beads
I will admit that I am as fascinated with water beads
as the kids… I will also admit that they make me nervous. I am always worried that a young child might not be able to resist popping one of … Read More...
Project: Mixed Media Journal Page
This wonderful journal page reminds of an old stained glass window in an ancient castle. Linda Cain used paste, stencils, paint, rubber stamps and more to make this artful mixed media creation. You can find out more by visiting the … Read More...
Free pattern: Tiny felt houses
Delilahiris shares a free pattern to make these sweet little felt houses. The front door has a heart shaped window and really opens. A button clasp holds it shut. The little felt houses are perfect blank canvases for all kinds … Read More...
7 Ideas For Making Your Own Harry Potter Jewelry
Here is a great roundup of 7 different DIY ideas for making your own Harry Potter Inspired Jewelry. If you, or someone you know, is a fan of the ever-popular wizard, then a piece of jewelry in his honor would … Read More...