The S-word results in empty bread and milk shelves in my neck of the woods – to say we don’t deal well with snow in the South is an understatement. But that doesn’t mean we don’t like watching snowflakes fall … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Modern Christmas Tree Pillow
This festive holiday pillow is the work of Krista of Poppyprint. The way she used strip piecing – lovely, the way she used color and form – priceless. Visit her post to learn more about it and see lots … Read More...
Felted Beads Tutorial and Pine Cone Christmas Ornaments
If you have never made “felted balls” here is a refresher tutorial on making felt balls and darling “Pine Cone Christmas Ornaments” by Birgit of “By Number 19” certainly has a way with felt. You can paint the Christmas tree … Read More...
Stitch a Washcloth for a Quick Gift
Here’s another one of those quick gift ideas you still have time to knit: a special washcloth from purl3agony.
This one is kind of fun for the knitter, too, because it starts with an I-cord edging that’s worked as you … Read More...
Amazing Invisible Christmas Tree
The invisible Xmas tree is a unique project created by a visual artist at the 97th Floor Blog. It is a beautiful rendition of the invisible tree. Not the only one mind you but perhaps the most creative one.
The … Read More...
A One-Skein Neckwarmer
Even if you’re not working on gift knitting right now, it seems like this time of year with its hurried atmosphere is great for quick knitting projects. And because you’ve probably just dropped a lot of coin on holiday gifts, … Read More...
Winner of The Craft Gossip Recycling “Regifting” prize package
Congrats go out to Cittie M. of Dayton, OH she is the winner of the the Craft Gossip “Regifting” prize package.
Shooting with Soul:
44 Photography Exercises Exploring Life, Beauty and Self-Expression – From film to Smartphones, capture images using … Read More...
Mini Christmas Ornament Cupcakes
Do you have a favorite ornament? Is it something your child made, one from your childhood, or do you change out the ornaments every year? Every year I think about changing it up and having a themed tree, but then … Read More...
Aunt Annies Beads
Get 30% Off All Tierracast Products this week at Auntie’s Beads! Unlimited inventory — buy any quantity with no inventory restrictions. In stock items ship immediately, and if we have to backorder any portion of your order, we’ll ship the … Read More...
RiceField Collective
Ricefield is a collective, founded by women across three continents to help women in the Ifugao region of the Philippines stay on their ancestral land by paying them a fair wage. Together they make high quality hand knitted accessories from … Read More...
DIY -Stone Platter Plate
I absolutely love how rustic this table looks. The colors are simple but amazing. Perfect for an outdoor party or even a Kids Camping or Dinosaur themed party. Serving food on a piece of slate was very popular and I … Read More...
DIY Felt Flower Christmas Tree
“The Happy Housie” the meaning behind this blogs is Krista’s being a housie means that houses are her passion and her hobby! This “DIY Felt Flower Christmas Tree” is totally stunning and something you will keep for years. I love … Read More...
Printable Chalkboard Matchbox Favor Labels
Turn the humble matchbox into a chic chalkboard-style favor with free printables from The Elli Blog! These would make a useful memento for your guests, or as the blog mentions, you can include them with sparklers for a festive … Read More...
Tutorial: Finishing leather edges
I’ve been seeing lots and lots of DIYs involving leather lately. It’s a beautiful accent, but it does require different methods and tools than most of us sewers are used to. Jessica from Running With Scissors shows several ways you … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy faux fur vest
Caroline from Sew Caroline shares a tutorial for an easy-to-make faux fur vest. You won’t need a pattern; just trace around a vest that fits you to get the shapes. The front edge and hem are finished with a band … Read More...
How to make Christmas themed recycled gift boxes
This time of year you can never have too many gift boxes and recycled ones are just the ticket! Pop on over to the blog Organized 31 to see how to make these snowmen and Santa themed recycled gift boxes… Read More...
How to make felt reindeer
How to make charming little reindeer; handmade with love to keep at home or give as gifts to spread Christmas cheer from “Better Homes and Gardens. They have a Reindeer template and com instructions for this little guy 🙂
Molly’s Sketchbook: Ribbon Candy Felt Ornaments & Garland
Try a few of this darling “Molly’s Sketchbook: Ribbon Candy Felt Ornaments” from “purl Bee” There is always a complete tutorial and you can also buy the supplies needed for the candy FROM “Purl Soho”. You can use these is … Read More...
Tutorial: Boxy top with leather trim
Liz from Cotton & Curls used some fuzzy fabric to make a cute new boxy top for herself. Scraps of leather finish the neck and arm holes. The top has simple lines that show off the texture of the fabric … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy bias trimmed pocket potholder
Bev from Flamingo Toes shows how to make this bias trimmed pocket potholder. The bias tape is a pretty finish for the edges but also makes this an easy project. You can use any cotton fabric for the potholder and … Read More...