My bridal shower was a very informal celebration, but I’m in love with the rustic glam bridal shower from the Hostess with the Mostess blog. This beautiful celebration mixes rustic elements like burlap and wood with glamorous and girly touches … Read More...
What Knitting Looks Like in Stock Photography
Lots of websites use stock photography to jazz up their sites without having to pay a photographer, but there are a lot of problem pictures out there for people who are really in the know. And sometimes even for people … Read More...
Tutorial: Wood handle doily purse
Tamara from Etcetorize shows how she made this lace purse out of a giant doily. The doily she used was 36″ in diameter, which sounds like one that was used as a small table covering. The repurposed lace and the … Read More...
Mistakes and the State of the Industry
I’ve been meaning to write for a while about a post from Pam MacKenzie about mistakes in knitting books and the state of the industry as more people self-publish and sell individual patterns rather than traditional print books.
I haven’t … Read More...
World’s 20 Best DIY Birdbath Ideas
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Most of us love the sound of birds chirping in our yards, and what better way to invite them in than to have a beautiful birdbath
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What are birdbaths?
As the name suggests, birdbaths are like … Read More...
25 sewing projects you can make from fat quarters
I’m a sucker for fat quarters. For just a few dollars, you can take home a little slice of fabulous designer fabric. And another, and another, and another, till my basket is filled with these 18″ x 22″ treasures. But … Read More...
Make a Fairy House
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...