Mrs. Polly Rogers of (who would have thunk it) “Mrs. Polly Rogers” Made is adorable Bubble Scarves by felting bottle caps into wool jersey fabric. No sew! I think it is such a clever idea because I always knit the … Read More...
The Sky High Rainbow Cupcakes That Inspired the Oh,The Places You’ll Go Cupcakes
Woah, way too long of a title, I know. But it’s the best way to describe (maybe not so much “best” way as “longest” way) how great ideas breed great ideas, and how inspiration can work well in a nice … Read More...
Felt Easter Bunny Ear Napkin Rings Tutorial
Abbey hosts “The Cards we Drew” has come up with these sweet “Easter Bunny Ear Napkin Rings” with full instruction and patterns to follow. What a fun way to add the Easter feel to your holiday table. Abbey is an … Read More...
Easter Kitty
Easter is hopping right along soon and Happiness is Cross Stitching has a cute Easter Design of a feline persuasion. It features a black cat and some lovely daffodils. It will be perfect for a gift tag. Get the free … Read More...
Patchwork hobo bag makes front cover
Malka of A Stitch in Dye talks about her excitement over her project – Half Moon Rising Hobo Bag – making it on the cover of an upcoming book by Tricia Waddell. The title, The Best of Stitch: Bags to … Read More...
Fashion Butterfly Bow Tie Monster tutorial
Onel is our bilingual (English-Indonesian) felt crafter that hosts her blog, “onelmon” crafting experiments. She is a weekend crafter and blogger superb. I have fallen in love with her charming “Butterfly Bow Tie” and I would love this in many … Read More...
Ta Dah!: Cottage style quilt
Linn of The Home Project made this quilt recently saying she purposely avoided selecting a theme for it, but added one developed anyway. Her ‘cottage style’ quilt is made from simple 6×6 inch squares. Go HERE to learn more… Read More...
Princess Scavenger Hunt Party
Aubry’s daughter turned 4, and they had a wonderful Princess Party. Aubry really put together ALL the details to keep the party moving, and keep the royalty entertained. She sent them all around the house on a scavenger hunt with … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing Machine Cover
No winter doldrums here. Susie of Susie’s Sunroom shares on her blog step-by-step instructions for making a sewing machine cover that is sure to brighten your sewing space. Her rows of HSTs pop against the yellow polka dot fabric. She … Read More...
Knitted Farm Animals Winner
Happy Monday everyone! I’m here to tell you that the winner of Knitted Farm Animals is commenter number 25, Wendy, who said she would love to see a pattern for a goose.
I’m sorry to say there isn’t actually a … Read More...
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Coral + Lavender
Here’s a snippet of a pretty coral and lavender inspiration board from the Revel blog. These two colors are so soft and pleasing together. This lovely palette creates a modern yet romantic vibe perfect for a spring or summer … Read More...
Tutorial: Owl notebook cover from quilt block
Fiona of Celtic Thistle turned this paper pieced owl into a notebook cover. Adorable! She says it makes the perfect last-minute gift. She tells you where to get the owl block pattern and how to make the cover. Get the … Read More...
How to make recycled #6 plastic faux stone alphabets
I new about how you can use #6 recycled plastic like shrink plastic but along with this fun tutorial featured over at the blog Journey Of a Super Mom on how to make recycled #6 plastic stone alphabets there are … Read More...
Free pattern: Toddler’s upcycled raglan sweater
Heather Crafty Stall shares a free pattern for making a toddler’s upcycled raglan sweater. It’s the first in her Let Spring in to Your Wardrobe series. She provides a free pattern for the sweater in a size 3T/4T. (If you … Read More...
And the Silhouette Portrait Winner is…………
April Harvel!!! Congrats April, you’ve won the Silhouette Portrait electronic die cutting machine!! I’ve sent you an e-mail, please respond within 3 days with your mailing address and it’ll be on it’s way.
Thanks to everyone who entered!
-Heather
Tutorial: Add side pockets to a skirt
I’m a pocket girl. I like the security of pockets in my pants and skirts. Even if I don’t use them, I like to know they’re there in case I need them. Mel from All Wrapped Up shows how you … Read More...
Tutorial: Add ankle zips to a pair of jeans, no sewing required
Besides looking cool, why would you want to though (add ankle zips)?
Customization: Adding ankle zips can give your jeans a unique and personalized look. You can choose the color and style of the zippers to match your personal … Read More...
Tutorial: Minky whale softie
Whale, whale, whale… what do we have here? (Sorry for the Monday morning awful pun!) Shannon from googiemomma shares a free pattern for making this cute whale softie. The top of his body is made from a soft minky faux … Read More...
Tutorial: Lace stripe tote bag
Danielle from Blissful and Domestic shows how she made this lace striped tote bag. The wide lace trim is easily stitched down to make the pretty lacy stripes. Go to her tutorial.
[photo from Blissful and Domestic]
Recycled Bottle Party Lanterns
Did you know that Craft Gossip has a sister site called CraftBits? There are tons of free project tutorials over there, including this pretty Recycled Bottle Party Lantern. So be sure to head over and have a look around!