Independent craft blog since 2007
Ecuador, officially the Republic of Ecuador, is a country in South American named for its position along the equator. Let’s learn more about this country.
Ecuador is located in northern South America on the west coast and is … Read More...
Because let’s be honest… sometimes you remember a birthday at 9:47pm. Or the printer is your best friend five minutes before guests arrive. Or you ordered something online and it’s absolutely not arriving in time (ask me how I know).… Read More...
Oh this one… this one is pure nostalgia.
Peter Rabbit Crochet Toys: Adorable Amigurumi from the Tales of Beatrix Potter is the kind of crochet book that makes you want to put the kettle on, pull out soft pastel yarn… Read More...
There’s something about a bunny bonnet that just melts me every time. Maybe it’s the floppy ears. Maybe it’s the fact that babies instantly look like they belong in a vintage Easter postcard. Or maybe it’s because I blinked and … Read More...
Lynn create this darling easel card to welcome a new baby, isn’t it just so precious!? She created a scene with stamped images of a bear, sheep and giraffe plushies, baby booties, a rattle, basket of flowers and stack of … Read More...
If you’ve been around Craft Gossip for a while, you probably know that I have a personal preference for cats. It’s not that dogs aren’t nice, I just didn’t grow up with them and have no interest in having one. … Read More...
If you like animal cross stitch patterns, you’ll want to check out the offerings from Velvet Pony Design. As of this writing the shop, based in Türkiye, has more than 200 patterns, with more than half of them being of … Read More...
Black History Month is a wonderful opportunity to introduce meaningful stories through creativity. These free Black History Month coloring sheets and bookmarks are designed to help children and adults alike learn about six remarkable Black women who helped shape history … Read More...
If you’ve ever owned an anxious dog, you’ll understand this on a spiritual level.
Our Labradoodle, Aloo, is the sweetest boy on the planet… but bless him, he is not built for stress. Popcorn? Absolutely not. The second a kernel … Read More...
I bought this as a little surprise gift and honestly… it’s cuter in person than I expected. You know how sometimes Amazon decor can feel a bit “meh” when it arrives? Not this one. It’s sweet, romantic, and just the … Read More...
Let’s be real—some days, you want the joy of crafting without the faff. That’s where melt and pour soap comes in. It’s instant gratification with just enough wiggle room to get creative. No lye. No goggles. No curing time. Just … Read More...
This adorable Needle Felting Bunny Tutorial by Santa Meada is a heartwarming holiday project that combines classic needle felting with festive creativity.
Even though the video is not in English, Santa Meada’s calm and clear visual teaching style makes it … Read More...
Alright my crochet queens… gather in.
I was not planning to buy yarn this week.
I went in “just to look.”
You know how that story ends.
Next minute? I’ve placed a $120 yarn order for Valentine’s Day. For myself.… Read More...
I love an interactive card! They are so much fun to create and even more fun for the recipient to engage with. One of the easiest types of interactive cards to make is a shaker card, there’s no fancy … Read More...
Kirei’s wonderful layout is filled with traditional Valentine’s Day colors and design. There’s torn angled pattern papers, some with scallop borders, that create a unique background along with lots of flowers and hearts clustered around. I love how she made … Read More...
Let me tell you about the time I almost killed my sewing machine trying to sew a canvas tote bag. I was feeling confident—maybe too confident—and decided to stack up multiple layers of canvas, interfacing, and webbing straps. As I … Read More...
I was looking around for some different activities for Black History Month this year, and I came across this post from Teacher Noire that includes lots of bulletin broad ideas and other activities from their Teachers Pay Teachers listings.
One … Read More...
If you grew up laughing along with Kermit, Miss Piggy, and the gang, get ready to grab your hook—because The Muppets Official Crochet Amigurumi is here to bring that nostalgia straight into your yarn basket. Written by Drew Hill, this … Read More...
There’s something about Valentine’s Day that just belongs in a journal. Maybe it’s the colours, the nostalgia, or the excuse to lean into sweetness without overthinking it. These Valentine’s Day digital stamps and printable paper stickers are designed exactly for … Read More...
Let’s be honest for a moment — if you’ve been married or partnered for more than five minutes, you probably don’t need another Valentine’s card covered in pink glitter declaring undying passion and eternal romance. Real love usually looks more … Read More...
