Anorina of Samelia’s Mum used pretty pinks and golds in this chevron block she just finished up. It’s the January mystery block pattern from Riley Blake’s 2013 BOM event. She shares on her blog a way to quickly sew up … Read More...
Winter and Snowmen Lesson Plan
If you are looking for unit studies that incorporate all subjects and topics for your Kindergartener or Preschooler, the The Nature of Grace blog is the place to start. I post almost every topic she sends me because her ideas … Read More...
Free Cross Stitch Pattern – Balloon Hearts
Valentine’s Day is almost here. You may be ready to stitch up some hearts. Over at Craftside they have some motifs for you to try out. They are featuring some hearts and heart border cross stitch patterns from the book … Read More...
Bird Feeder from Dishes
I can’t help it, my brain is stuck is spring mode. It doesn’t matter that there’s snow on the ground, or that it snowed for the last 4 days here. I can’t get my mind off of spring. I have … Read More...
Cotton Candy Sheep for Valentine’s Day
The clever genius of you folks out there never ceases to amaze me. Sheep cut-outs? Over bowls of cotton candy? So the cotton candy becomes the sheep’s wool? Clever. Genius. I wish my mind worked so well. And the cuteness … Read More...
Grab a cuppa: Housetop Quilt Project
This gorgeous quilt, Isaiah 58, is the work of Debby Schnabel and is part of her Housetop Quilt exhibit in Nashville, TN. She mixes color, texture and her Christian faith in her work often embroidering scripture verses right into the … Read More...
How to upcycle a shirt with a freezer paper stencil
If you like snarky sayings on your clothes pop on over to Christy’s blog and download her template and follow the tutorial on how to freezer paper stencil a t-shirt.
Looking for more ways to refashion t-shirts? check out this … Read More...
Valentines Garland
Here is a wonderful little garland for Valentines day. It’s perfect for home, or for at school. Kathy, at Just Crafty Enough gave us a whole detailed DIY so you can make one at home.
Winners of Crafty Girls Talk
Last week I had two copies of Crafty Girls Talk
by Jennifer Forest to give away to Craft Gossip readers – one in printed format and one in a Kindle format. (Check out my review of the book here.)
Crafty … Read More...
Faux Bois Candle Dish
Check out this lovely candle dish DIY by Johnnie at Saved by Love Creations. The finished candle dish is very hip and will add some intrigue to your Valentine’s decor.
Food-Safe Lace Sugar Crown Cake Toppers
Oh geez, if my princess tiara-addicted five-year old got wind of these… well, I’d be busy making some at her orders. I’m hiding my computer screen from her. Because these are seriously awesome. Actually, forget the five-year-old-specific thing, we ALL … Read More...
Tutorial: Cover your moccasins with fabric
Liz from Cotton & Curls shows how to cover the tops of a pair of moccasins with a piece of fabric. Her DIY adds a pop of color and pattern to the suede shoes. And because it’s handstitched down, you … Read More...
Free Frog and Princess Cupcake Topper Printables AND Children’s eBook to Match
I know, these frog and princess cupcake toppers are adorable. And they are free. But wait, there’s more to these characters! You can also find them in Carla Chadwick’s first children’s eBook, Up, Up and Away: The Adventures of Mrs. … Read More...
Tutorial: Dress your 18″ doll for Valentine’s day
Are you looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate Valentine’s Day with your little ones? Look no further! Veronica from SewVery has created a special tutorial for Nap Time Crafters that shows you how to make a beautiful … Read More...
Tutorial: Monster tote bag from an old cushion cover
Cintia from My Poppet turned an unwanted cushion cover into a crazy cute monster tote. And it’s the perfect size for carrying books! She shares a tutorial showing how she did it. Go to My Poppet for the tute.… Read More...
Tutorial: Double-layer chiffon halter blouse
Deby from So Sew Easy shows how to make a double-layer chiffon halter blouse. The construction is similar to a girl’s pillowcase dress, but the style is all grown up. Go to her blog for the how-to.
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Heart Marshmallow Pops
Do you have jumbo heart marshmallows in your supermarket? I sure don’t. I didn’t know these were out there. Oh, the possibilities. These marshmallow heart pop how-tos are found HERE at Dawn Nicole. Looks like I’ll have to keep … Read More...
Baseball Milanos
Hee hee, and the baseball caps even have 3D visors. Made with Milano cookies and Air Heads, find the how-tos to make baseball player cookies HERE at Hoopla Palooza.
Are you hosting a Baseball themed party? Check out these … Read More...
Simple Heart Wreath
I think what I love most about this wreath is its simplistic beauty. First of all, I adore cherry blossoms and apple blossoms. I think they are in the top 3 most beautiful things that spring provides us. So to … Read More...
Inspiration: Stamped Valentine Advent Calendar
This advent calendar from Loves Rubber Stamps make me want to squeal like a little piggy! Find more info on this super cute project on their blog.
-Heather