Hosting an Ugly Christmas Sweaters party is becoming more popular across the globe, and with these 7 ideas you can put together a fun sweater party before the craze of the Holidays begins. Take a look through our list and … Read More...
Ice Luminaries
The temperatures will be dropping sooner than later and though a lot of us are not particularly thrilled with the idea, we can still keep in mind the beautiful crafts and projects we can make with the season. These ice … Read More...
Knitting Marathoner Hits New Personal Best in NYC
I’ve written before about David Babcock, the knitting marathoner who holds the Guinness Book of World Records title for the longest scarf knit while running a marathon (12 feet, completed at last year’s Kansas City Marathon).
Babcock ran the … Read More...
Balsamic Roasted Cherry, Dark Chocolate and Brie Grilled Cheese
At the beginning of the month I was asked by Seattle Chocolate to help spread the word for their #ChocolateGives campaign. You can revisit the article: http://ediblecrafts.craftgossip.com/chocolategives/2014/11/01/.
Let’s help them feed the hungry this holiday season. I am not paid … Read More...
DIY – Belt Wrap Bracelets
Before you hit those Black friday sales check out this tutorial. Next time your rummaging in the $1 bin and there is odds and ends of belts that are too small or too thin GRAB THEM. This tutorial was made … Read More...
Style Me Quick – 10 “Short” Hair styles
I am going to dedicate this post to our reader “Gwen”. She asked us to find some short and quick hair style tutorials and my oh my was it hard. I am guessing that short haired ladies are just to … Read More...
Video tutorial: Flaxseed heating pads, plus printable gift tags
Jami from An Oregon Cottage shares a video tutorial for making a flaxseed heating pad. They make great gifts! At some point, everyone needs a little heat whether it’s because of a headache or sore muscle, or just because they’ve … Read More...
Product Review: Xyron Adhesives
I am one of those card makers that loves to cut out tiny stamped image, I like to paper piece and also use die cuts with lots of small bits and pieces. But one of my biggest problems was what … Read More...
Bark Owl Craft
Hopefully you can still go for a walk outside and find the items you need to make this adorable owl, created by Melissa for Fireflies and Mud Pies. To make an owl, you need to gather a piece of bark, … Read More...
2014 Holiday Handmade Cavalcade
I just learned about this event and wanted to share it with you indie crafters! Etsy NY Street Team to Host 7th Annual Holiday Handmade Cavalcade at Chelsea Market!
The holidays are making their way into town, and all those … Read More...
Tutorial: Floor cushions with a French mattress edge
Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making their French mattress edge floor cushions. They’re boxy floor cushions tufted in the middle with a big fabric covered button. The edges look like they might be piped, but they’re actually finished with a … Read More...
Make Thanksgiving Easier
Thanksgiving doesn’t need to be a pain for the host and her/his family. Yes, it’s all about going out of your way to be thankful to your loved ones, but does it have to involve bending over backwards to please … Read More...
Having a DIY Wedding Bar
If you are planning on serving alcohol at your wedding, then an extra cost needs to be figured into your budget. However, did you know you can save on that cost by having a DIY low-cost bar instead of hiring … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy fingerless gloves made from socks, no sewing required
Brrr… it is SO COLD this morning! I think winter is here. These fingerless gloves by Allison Murray from Dream A Little Bigger look like a fun way to keep your hands warm (and your fingers free) on these cold … Read More...
Freebie | Printable Christmas Movie Quote Gift Tags
Christmas movie quotes on a gift tag? Yes. please! Amy at The Happy Tulip shares these funny gift tags for movie buffs. Just looking at these is making me want to watch the movies! You can get the tags … Read More...
Freebie |Printable Thanksgiving Cards
Here’s another option for noting down your thankful thoughts. These cards from Elegance & Enchantment will help you and your family take a moment out of all the busyness and focus on the importance of Thanksgiving. Send your guests … Read More...
Freebie | 8 Fonts for Fall
Still working on Fall projects? Use these free fonts when documenting Autumn and Halloween. Get all the links over at Pink on the Cheek. Pumpking Latte and apple pie anyone?
Looking for more fonts? Check these out at Fontbundles.com… Read More...
Making Polymer Clay Pendants
This falls more into the hints and tips and ideas pile than a straightforward tutorial. Some of the most effect pendants and charms I’ve seen use simple shapes, clever stamps and lettering, a little paint, ink or varnish and voila… … Read More...
Tutorial: Patchwork initial Christmas ornament
Sara from alice & lois shares a tutorial at Skip To My Lou showing how you can make these patchwork initial Christmas ornaments. Make one to represent each your member of your family to symbolize your thankfulness for them. You … Read More...
Is It Too Early for a Christmas Tree Ornament Tutorial?
I’ve already heard Christmas music in the stores…I’m not that happy about that but what can you do? We are all thinking about the holiday season…so I ask, is it too early for a Christmas Ornament tutorial? Probably cutting it … Read More...