Snaps are an easy closure to work. Did you know that they’re also easy to install? Katy from No Big Dill shows how to do it, including how to set a basic snap and an anorak snap
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Tutorial: Mock Smock Frock
Danielle from My Sparkle guest blogs in the Pleat Week series at See Kate Sew with a tutorial showing how to her Mock Smock Frock. I LOVE the faux smocking detail! And isn’t it fabulous out of the striped fabric? … Read More...
Tips: Using the New Distress Markers
I’ve seen a lot of buzz on-line lately about the new Distress Markers from Tim Holtz and Ranger. I love the idea that they work with water just like Distress Inks do and that they color match the ink … Read More...
The Remodeling Project – Fort Point Arts Community
The Fort Point Arts Community 12th Annual Fort Point Art Walk is coming up! And for all you lucky people out there in the Boston area, you can visit the studios of 75 different artists, interacting and shopping with artists … Read More...
Free Sunrise Clutch Pattern – Thanks to Craftbits.com
Thanks to Craftbits.com, our sister site, we are able to give away this free sunrise clutch pattern, exclusively for fans of CraftGossip on Facebook. Go here to get this free pattern.
You can also get the free blossom … Read More...
Clay Supplies
Today, I went window shopping for polymer clay supplies, handmade or otherwise:
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| FGreen Buttons by SelenaAnneWells | Clay Cane by Norrine |
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| Slicing Blade by CatTherien | Bisque Stamps by CharityElise |
Rustic Subway Art Cross
I originally saw this unique display of subway art just before Easter. I guess what struck me most about this piece is that it’s such a fabulous combination of rustic decor, faith and stepping outside the box. Subway art is … Read More...
Making Feathers
This is a wonderful tutorial to show your children how to make simple feathers. The method is always the same, but the outcome can be very different for each feather depending on the colors and widths of strokes. Get the… Read More... Salt Dough Medallions
I have posted about a few other salt dough projects on Craft Gossip, but this was a new technique that I hadn’t seen before. I love the different materials that were used to make these medallions, like the button and… Read More... Spring Bash! Anyone Going??
Tutorial: Convert a standard bowtie into a pre-tied bowtie
Allison from Freshly Completed shares a tutorial at U Create showing how to turn a standard tie-it-yourself bowtie into one with the bow already tied. The pre-tied bow ties attach with Velcro at the back, and make dressing up for … Read More...
Tutorial: Pleated ombre skirt for little girls
Jess from Craftiness Is Not Optional guest blogs in the Pleat Week series at See Kate Sew with a tutorial showing how to make this awesome little girl’s ombre pleated skirt. Love! Sigh… Get the tute.
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Sewing Pattern – Make a summer halter dress
Seamingly Smitten shares a tutorial on their blog for making a summer halter dress. The pattern is just one piece! She shows it for adults, but I think it would be a sweet style for little girls, too. Get the … Read More...
Decoupaged TV Tray
Sometimes the most obvious ideas are sitting right in front of your face. Take this simple TV tray that’s been converted into a stylish accent piece with a bit of Mod Podge and fabric. Pick any fabric you like, match … Read More...
Freebie: Pirate Ship Digi
ARRGGHH! Ahoy Matey! Ye’ can download a free digital pirate ship image from The Graphics Fairy.
-Heather
Whoo Hoo Me – Cute Owl Cross Stitch Pattern
This free chart from Kinkavel Krosses is a hoot – as in a hoot owl. It’s a cute little owl and you will certainly want to get the free chart.
Koala Cross Stitch Project
Hancock’s House of Happy is celebrating the 101st post with a happy Koala and a TRUE story about some koala poo. I kid you not. Get the free chart and the story.
Plywood Rug
I actually saw this a while ago and saved it in my files, which then of course became buried under the rubble that is my online life. *sigh* But I dug it out today to share with you because I … Read More...
Custom-sized mug cozy tutorial
“Hazelnuts” blog is hosted by Jacqueline who lives in New Zealand. She has a cool crafty blog with plenty of fun ideas like this “Custom-sized mug cozy tutorial”! This would make a darling Mother’s Day gift along with a mug. … Read More...
License Plate Coat Hooks
Something you may not know about me is that I am a license plate FREAK. Funny thing is I have NO license plate decor in my house! I have all sorts of ideas swirling through my head and am always … Read More...