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

Tutorial: Casserole – Pie Carrier

January 2, 2012 by Scarlett Burroughs

Learn how Vanessa from Crafty Gemini created this quilted carrier on her blog. Apparently these are as hot as the dishes they carry. Vanessa said she received over 100 requests for a tutorial on how to make one. Go HERE … Read More...

Inspiration: Karen Ruane

January 2, 2012 by Denise Felton

I am always awed by the delicacy of Karen Ruane‘s work. Her take on shisha embroidery is soft, pure. Peeks into her eyelet stitches deliver sweet surprises. See more at her blog post.

Enter PushingTheLimits

January 2, 2012 by Denise Felton

Joetta Maue gives us the heads-up about an awesome upcoming fiber art exhibition. You can apply to be part of it! Her post says,

PushingtheLimits is a biennial exhibition held at artspace gallery in Richmond, VA. The show aims to

Using negative space

January 2, 2012 by Denise Felton

Michelle of A Can of Crafty Curiosities created nameplate hoops for two little boys using only French knots. Rockin! See more at her blog post.

Chart and tutorial: Needlepoint ornament

January 2, 2012 by Denise Felton

Laura of Two-Handed Stitcher shares a new Mystery Monday needlepoint ornament design. Go to her tute.

New from Kreinik

January 2, 2012 by Denise Felton

Kreinik Thread is introducing a number of new products for 2012. Check out their blog post about what’s to come.

Ed. note: Kreinik did not ask or compensate me to post about their products.

Is it a toy?

January 2, 2012 by Denise Felton

No, that’s not the classic toy we all love. It’s a felt-applique and embroidery facsimile that Jennifer of parrish platz created to cover her e-reader. Clever! See more views at her blog post.

Retro fabulous recycled thank you cards

January 2, 2012 by Stefanie Girard

Margot Potter of the blog The Impatient Crafter has posted this timely design and tutorial on how to make recycled pulp fiction thank you cards.

Gumball Tic Tac Toe

January 2, 2012 by Meaghan Mountford

Such a quick and easy party game for kids. Play gumball tic tac toe HERE at One Charming Party, courtesy of Hank and Hunt.

Chocolate Dipped Panda Gummy Bears

January 2, 2012 by Meaghan Mountford

So tiny and adorable. But then, Pandas make everything adorable. Find the how-tos to make chocolate dipped gummy bear pandas HERE at The Cheese Thief.

{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Scandinavian Inspired

January 2, 2012 by Kimberly Jones

Scandinavian style is all about light, nature, and simple yet elegant design. The photo above is a little snippet from a pretty Scandinavian-inspired mood board featured at Boho Bride. Click this link to see more.

Conversation Heart Vodka

January 2, 2012 by Meaghan Mountford

Too soon to start posting on Valentine’s Day? I hope not. Look, a grown-up, drinkable version of the classic conversation heart candies . Make conversation heart-infused vodka HERE at Stylish Home.

Free pattern: Norma envelope clutch purse

January 2, 2012 by Anne Weaver

Antoinette from CleverGirl.org shares a free pattern and tutorial to make her Norma envelope clutch. The large clutch purse is fully lined with piped edges. A simple magnetic snap serves as a closure. Get the pattern and tute.