I wasn’t even thinking berry boxes before, but now I’m picturing them everywhere. As gift containers, centerpieces, favors, actual berry picking boxes… Find the step-by-step how-tos to craft your own berry boxes HERE at fellow fellow.
Tutorial: Beaded chiffon color block skirt
This color blocked skirt that Portia from Miss P made is pure gorgeousness! The pieced panels of beaded chiffon with panels of solid fabric. The result is a skirt that dress but modern, sleek but detailed. The beaded fabric came … Read More...
Tutorials: How to make continuous bias, plus how to calculate how much you’ll get
I have a pretty healthy stash of bias tape scored from estate sales and fabric store discounts. But by far and away, my favorite bias tape is still the stuff I make myself. Bias tape from a stripe or a … Read More...
Pop Rocks Shooters for the 4th of July
I should probably post these later in the day, huh? But they are sooooo good, and go down soooo smoothly. And it’s, um, never too early to celebrate the Independence of my country, right? I made some Pop Rocks shooters … Read More...
Tutorial: One Direction pieced chevron cuff bracelet
Sachiko from Tea Rose Home shows how to make her One Direction cuff bracelet. There are no boy bands involved in this project – the One Direction she’s talking about is the pieced chevron that wraps around your wrist. This … Read More...
Crib Mattress Spring American Flag
Any idea what this cool flag used to be? Well, I guess I kind of gave it away in the title of the post, huh? 😉 This creative crafter took an old crib bed spring and turned up into a … Read More...
Tutorial: Paper bag bubble sundress for girls
Alida from Alida Makes shows how to make this cute bubble sundress. It has a paper bag bodice and contrast straps. The fit is super flexible. It fits her 4-year-old daughter as a dress, and her 7-year-old as a tunic. … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: No-sew or low-sew scarf apron
Brittni from papernstitch shares a tutorial over at scarves.net showing how to make a simple cafe apron out of a couple of scarves and a length of ribbon. She shows it as a no-sew project, using fusible webbing to attach … Read More...
Project: Cool Dad Card
Is your dad the coolest? Then, show him with a hand made card. Hero Arts has directions for making this cool card using stamps and different colors of ink daubers, click here for directions.
-Heather
Trending: Cake Toppers. 12 DIY Ideas.
Despite not having actually made a cake in ages, I’m currently obsessed with cake toppers. (See my previous roundup of cupcake toppers.) Even if you have little experience or interest with cake decorating you can make your cake party … Read More...
Best photographed quilt – Week 1
I’m starting something new here at Quilting at Craft Gossip. Every week, I’m going to nominate a best photographed quilt. This week, it’s the creation (and photo) of Leanne Harvey of Mount Vincent Quilts. This lovely quilt is … Read More...
Style Me Quick – Braided Hair
Braided Headbands are a great way to quickly “Style” your hair. My favorite way is to actually FAKE it with a synthetic hair braid headband off ebay.com $2-3 each .
With the synthetic hair bands try adding a light dusting … Read More...
Five Free Printables for the Fourth of July
As June starts winding to a close, it’s time for our American friends to start preparing for their big national party: the 4th of July! Here are five free printables you can use to get ready.
Double Helix Glassworks Odd Lots Available
According to the good folks over Double Helix they’ve got a bunch of odd lot glass for sale. They have some cool colors that reduce to lovely finishes. Now this glass is limited so get it while you can and … Read More...
Yarn Art Rainbow Picture
Rainbows always make me feel hopeful. My children love to spot rainbows right after a light rain shower too. Here is a great way to bring a rainbow to a wall in your house, make a rainbow picture! You can … Read More...
Printing with Paper Doilies
Doilies from the dollar store or grocery store have the most beautiful patterns if you just look closely. Using them for a pattern stencil is such a great idea! Make these beautiful cards with the tutorial from Art with Kids.
Yarn Butterflies
How adorable are these little creatures? I feel like I so often see the coffee filter butterflies, and never anything new and unique. These are simple yet cute enough to hang from your child’s ceiling in their bedroom! You can … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Cross-over layered back t-shirt
Dixie from Dixie DIY guest blogs at Miss P with a tutorial showing how she adapted a basic t-shirt pattern to give it a cross-over layered back. With the hot, muggy weather of summer fully upon us (at least here … Read More...
Gertie’s favorite linings for summer garments
Gretchen Hirsch from Gertie’s New Blog for Better Sewing writes about lining a summer garment. Specifically, she writes about lining fabrics that meet her four criteria: breathability (IMPORTANT for hot weather!), affordability, fabric characteristics, and easy care. Go to her … Read More...
Tutorial: Refashioned denim and crochet top
Zhenya from Being Zhenya shows how she refashioned a pair of jeans into a cool new denim top with a crocheted front. It can also be worn reversed, with the crocheted panel at the back. She crocheted a rectangle of … Read More...