June is the month of weddings and this pretty necklace from Style Me Pretty at FaveCrafts is sure to make any bride smile. Get the instructions for making a special, personalized necklace like this one at FaveCrafts.
Calculating Glass for Casting
As my counter top projects moves forward I want to share some of the glass situations I encounter and my solutions to problems and questions I have. Today I’m sharing calculating the volume/quantity of glass I’ll need to achieve the … Read More...
Tutorial: 3-Seam Caftan Dress
You can make this lovely caftan dress with just 3 seams, plus some elastic thread shirring to pull it in at the waist. Simple Simon & Co. shows how to do it. They’re quick and easy to make. Get the … Read More...
Spontaneity is difficult muses Pippa
Pippa of Pippa Patchwork made this scrappy quilt saying it was her first using a totally improvisational approach. She explains some of the difficulties,
… Read More...I think we quilters have an instinct to search for the pattern and potential for repetition.
Tutorial: Carry Your Basics Sling Bag
Lelanie from To Sew With Love shows how to make her Carry Your Basics Sling Bag. The square pouch has long straps to carry it cross body, and a zipper stitched across the front to keep everything inside. She made … Read More...
Tutorial: Shampoo Bars with Tea Tree Oil
Love the idea of shampoo bars, but I’ve never tried to make them. Now, there’s no excuse! The Soap Queen shows us the step-by-step process (and don’t forget to read the comments, lots of good advice there too). Get all … Read More...
Tutorial: Nautical-Themed Nails
Anchors aweigh…indeed! Mixed Mama did a guest post at Lace & Lacquers on how she achieved her oh-so-nifty anchor nails. These would be fun any time in the summer, but particularly July 4th or even Labor Day. Get the ‘tute … Read More...
Giveaway: The Collage Workbook and an original signed collage by the author Randel Plowman
Yes indeed! The lovely peeps at Lark Crafts and the author Randel Plowman have provided you lucky Craft Gossip Recycling readers the opportunity to win a copy of the new book The Collage Workbook: How to Get Started and Stay … Read More...
Project: Pop Up Card for Dad
This totally AMAZING pop up card has got everything, stamping, die cutting, dry embossing, crackle paint and more. It was made for the Sizzix blog by our ol’ friend Shelly Hickox, boy, she never disappoints!
{Free Printables} Wedding Postage Stamps
How to make a faux antiqued message in a bottle
Making new things look old can be so much fun. Check out the tutorial Mariana sent in to her blog Essences in Motion on how to make a faux vintage looking message in a bottle.
{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Modern Summer Wedding
Love the pretty colors and ideas for custom touches in this summery inspiration board featured at Oh Lovely Day!
Make a bag of love – easy gift – DIY tutorial
Raphaele of “La Creature and you” lives in Dublin, Ireland with her husband and kids. Six years ago they lived in Paris where most of their families still live. Raphaele has is darling “Make a bag of love” tutorial and … Read More...
Rice Krispies Treats Castle
A true masterpiece is this sand castle. I mean, Rice Krispies Treats castle. Oh, the possibilities for decorating beyond the beach… Make a caramel Rice Krispies Treats castle using sand molds HERE at Hungry Happenings.
Tutorial: Feathered Star Block, Part 1 and 2
Melissa at Sew Bitter Sweet rocks these Feathered Star quilt blocks. You can too when you check out her tutorials to see how she made ’em. Go to Part One: Cutting or Part Two: Assembling.
Image credit: Sew Bitter … Read More...
Bugle “Ice Cream Cone” Snack Mix
Didn’t I just mention yesterday how much I’m a sucker for all Bugles-related crafts? This one is uber-cute, too. These Bugles-turned-ice cream cones are so utterly perfect. And then to throw in the snack mix? Really, now. Make sweet and … Read More...
Neck Tie Appetizers
I’m on a Dad roll now… And speaking of bread (you know, because I said “roll”? No?), there are so many sweets for Father’s Day, that it’s nice to take a break with some appetizers. Make neck tie appetizers HERE … Read More...
Dad’s ‘Stache Root Beer Sampler Gift with Free Printables
I love the effort poured into finding and assembling this root beer sampler gift for Dad. (Though for my husband, I’d have to substitute actual beers, sigh.) Find the how-tos and a free printable for “Dad’s Root Beer Sampler ‘Stache,” … Read More...
The Very Busy Spider Lunch
I’m crazy afraid of all spiders, even pictures of spiders, and even cute ones. This is about as close as I can get to one. And it’s pretty darn cute. Make a Very Busy Spider lunch HERE at Creative Food… Read More...
Winner of the Stash Happy books from Lark Crafts
I know, I know… This giveaway ended last week and I’m JUST NOW getting around to announcing the winner. I’m so sorry!! Blame it on the summer cold that’s had me sniffling and wheezing the last four days.
The winner … Read More...