Crafts, Patterns, DIY and How-To Ideas from CraftGossip

More on rickrack lace

January 30, 2012 by Denise Felton

Recently, I shared an example of vintage lace made from rickrack from Gerry of Older Rose. Now Gerry has located more information about this technique that was so popular at the turn of the 20th Century. See Gerry’s post.

A softie in costume

January 30, 2012 by Denise Felton

Nat of The Smallest Forest created and stitched this adorable little softie for her goddaughter, Lotti. The doll itself is too sweet for words. But teamed with a teeny teddy and a removable bunny costume, it makes me wriggle with … Read More...

Dragon Cross Stitch Pattern

January 30, 2012 by Connie Barwick

Here’s another chart to celebrate the year of the dragon.

Strawberry Tart Chart

January 30, 2012 by Connie Barwick

Indulge your senses in the delectable world of cross-stitching with our tantalizing Strawberry Tart design. This mouthwatering pattern looks so remarkably realistic that it could easily be mistaken for a delectable treat ready to be devoured.

As you stitch each … Read More...

Inspiration: Lucky Jackson

January 30, 2012 by Denise Felton

Eeep! A Lucky Jackson hoop with working tent flaps. So awesome. Go to Lucky’s post to see it in action.

Zombie love Embroidered Chocolates

January 30, 2012 by Denise Felton

Heads up, zombie lovers!! Tina of She Who Stamps has needlefelted a valentine gift just for us! Check out her shop.

And many thanks to Lish Dorset of Craftzine.com for sharing this find.

It’s new: ABC – 123 Fabric Flashcards video workshop and pattern

January 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Vanessa from The Crafty Gemini announces the release of her ABC – 123 Fabric Flashcards video workshop and pattern. She created the fabric flashcards as an alternative to the paper flashcards that her son kept. The fabric flashcards won’t get … Read More...

Freebie | Printable Valentine Art

January 30, 2012 by Francine Clouden

Telisa from Sugar Tot Designs is sharing these three Valentine printables over at I Heart Naptime. They are available in 5×7 or 8×10. Click here to go to the download.

Free pattern: Clutch purse with magnetic snap

January 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Our sister site, CraftBits, has tons of how-tos for the DIY crowd. Recently added is a pattern for making a small clutch purse with a magnetic snap closure. A small strap makes it easy to carry around your wrist. … Read More...

Tutorial: Chevron pencil skirt from striped fabric

January 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Mandy from Sugar Bee Crafts shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she created this pencil skirt with a stunning chevron design. No, she didn’t use fabric printed with a chevron design. She cut and pieced a striped fabric … Read More...

Free pattern: Eye mask

January 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Katie from Notes from a Red Kitchen shares a free pattern and tutorial for making an eye mask. The soft fabric mask slides over your eyes and is held in place with a thin elastic strap. Make one for yourself, … Read More...

Project: Swan Card

January 30, 2012 by Heather Holbrook

This card from Theresa Momber is simply lovely! She used mirror image stamping and a sponged background to create this beauty, find step by step instructions here on her blog Crafting the Web.

-Heather

Sewing Tutorial: Boho maxi dress

January 30, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Meream from Bored & Crafty shows how to make a strapless maxi dress with boho style. The long full dress has a tall ruffle at the bottom and an easy elastic casing across the top. Use a scarf or belt … Read More...

Tutorial | Photo Pendants

January 30, 2012 by Francine Clouden

Ginger over at Ginger Snap Crafts, takes you through the steps to creating these photo tile pendants. She even tells you where you can buy the kit. Click here to go to the tutorial.