Today is International Fairy Day so I thought it would be a great excuse to have the kids make their own miniature fairy house and garden. This is a great tutorial because most I have seen online are more geared … Read More...
Tutorial: Seat belt travel pillow
These long skinny travel pillows by Rachael from Imagine Gnats are made for road trips. Made from a soft cuddly fur, they attach to a seat belt so you can catch a few Z’s while remaining strapped in your seat. … Read More...
Studio Organization Inspiration
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Today on my blog, Punk Projects, I’m sharing pictures of my studio and handy ideas for storing craft supplies. I love reading about how others have their art studio set up and how they organize things. If you do too, … Read More...
Sewing Pattern: Kitschy Houses Hot Pads
Jennifer Heynen shares a tutorial at Therm O Web blog showing how you can make her Kitschy House Hot Pads. They are so cute! You can give each one its own personality by changing up the fabrics and the shapes … Read More...
Tutorial: Watercolor Stamps with Markers
The Power Poppy stamps blog has a video tutorial showing you how to water coloring your stamped images using Distress Markers. What a pretty soft look!
-Heather
Crochet Some Rainbows
What tot wouldn’t love to get her hands on this adorable Rachael Doll? I think it’s totally cute. Beatrice Ryan offers a free pattern for this cutie as well as other free patterns and tips on her blog. You’ll … Read More...
Show & Tell |Preparing a Pregnancy Minibook
Tutorial – Stamping and Ink Blending
Learn some stamping and blending and blending techniques, with this tutorial from Sweet Steph Card Designs. Make a card as shown above, or a background element for a scrapbook page.
Made with Canes
Canes or millefiore are one of the best parts about polymer clay. Being able to make incredible detailed graphics or patterns and use them to create just about anything is a fabulous technique to learn.
Kathy’s Owl by Pamela Carman … Read More...
Week 1: Best Fabric Shop Storefront
Amy of Badskirt found this fabric shop during a road trip that took her through Fyansford, Victoria. I love this storefront so hard I’m inspired to start a new series here at Quilting at Craftgossip. Starting today, and once … Read More...
10 shawls to knit this summer
Summer is here and while the days may be hot, the evenings can still be chilly. That’s why it’s the perfect time to start thinking about knitting a beautiful shawl to keep you warm and stylish. Shawls are perfect for … Read More...
Sponge Bombs Provide Hours of Party Entertainment
My son and his friends love water balloons, but I hate having to spend my time filling and tying balloons when I’d rather be chatting with my guests. Sponge bombs are the perfect water balloon alternative for outdoor summer parties. … Read More...
We Have a Winner!
YAHOO! We have a winner! Congrats to Pat who says:
how nice of you to share on your birthday!! have a great day. my absolute favorite cake of all time is … Read More...
Tutorial: Layered bodice maxi sundress
Jess from The Sewing Rabbit shows how you can make her layered bodice maxi sundress. I am SO loving this dress! The layered bodice is such a cool detail! You can make this dress as dressy or as casual as … Read More...
Winner: A History of the Paper Pattern Industry
The winner of A History of the Paper Pattern Industry by Joy Spanabel Emery (read my review here) is…. Commenter # 21, Emma Smith, who said: “I love the 1930?s with the era of film stars and the glamour … Read More...
Project: Accordian Fold Card with Box
The Scrap of Life blog has directions for making a beautiful Vintage style accordian folded card that slips into a handmade box. The box is made using an envelope punch board. Click here for more info.
-Heather
How To: Make a Mini Felt Cactus, Hamster & Heart
To celebrate the launch of her new book, “Super-Cute Felt Animals” Laura of “Bugs and Fishes” is sharing a collection of free tutorials that you can mix and match with the projects from the book. How To: “Make a Mini … Read More...
Winner: Made By Hand by Nick Warner
Janet N. of Saginaw MI of is the winner of the copy of Made By Hand: Contemporary Makers, Traditional Practices by Nick Warner
How to make an 80’s Christian Lacroix inspired blazer
I am a big fan of bling and the King of bling is Mark Montano. He has hit it out of the park with this upcycling of a thrift store blazer. Pop on over to his blog to see his … Read More...
Four Needle Felting Video Tutorials
The Handcrafter is a felt wool craft supplies store in Jakarta, Indonesia. I am pointing out their “four video tutorials on needle felting” for the sweatiest animals; a kitty, poodles, Totoro and a schnauzer. Theseneedle felting tutorials below are … Read More...