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

Tutorial: Little boy’s bow tie from a felted sweater

November 21, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Malinda from Dahlhart Lane shows how to make a little boy’s bow tie out of a felted wool sweater. It’s sooo cute, but it’s also a quick and easy project. The felted wool won’t fray so there’s no worrying about … Read More...

Review: Stamp Art Book by Klutz

November 21, 2011 by Heather Holbrook

I recently got the chance to play with a brand new book from Klutz called Stamp Art. And when I say play, I mean it, I had a blast with these stamps! Stamp Art comes with 64 clear stamps, … Read More...

Giveaway: Spool Shaped Bead online workshop

November 21, 2011 by Anne Weaver

In The Spool Shaped Bead online workshop, artist and designer Alma Stoller teaches how to use surface design techniques to create a unique fabric bead. The obvious use for a bead like this is jewelry, but you could also … Read More...

Read all about it: National Tie One On Day

November 21, 2011 by Anne Weaver

EllynAnne from Apron Memories brings us National Tie One On Day as a way to break out of the Thanksgiving stress and get back to a sense of connection with our neighors. National Tie One On Day takes place the … Read More...

Tutorial: Easy t-shirt neckband

November 21, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Lisa from Crafty Mamas shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make an easy neckband for a t-shirt. Get the how-to.

[photo from Crafty Mamas]

Tutorial: Bean Bag Cube floor pillow

November 21, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Rashmi from The Ochre Elephant shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a bean bag cube floor pillow. You can sit on it as a cushion, or perhaps use it as a low ottoman. Get the tute… Read More...

Freebie | Printable Christmas Masking Tape

November 21, 2011 by Francine Clouden

Sibylle from funkytime designed these free printable masking tape strips in nine different styles. Click here to go to the download.

Are you looking for more Christmas Holiday papers and supplies? Check out these printable designs we found on Etsy… Read More...

Button Snowmen

November 21, 2011 by Amanda Formaro

Simple yet adorable, these little button snowmen make great ornaments or gift toppers. They would also make a wonderful holiday card embellishment. Check them out at Urban Paisley — Button Snowmen.

Crochet A Solution

November 21, 2011 by jd wolfe

Here are two nifty ideas, one is a storage solution and one is to solve a home decor issue. I hope you’ll find both to be helpful.

I like this simple to construct hanger for storing your scarves. It’s constructed … Read More...

Off The Page Idea | Give Thanks Box

November 21, 2011 by Francine Clouden

Mary Ann Jenkins shares this Give Thanks box that she created to hold her Thanksgiving memories from this year. Once Thanksgiving is over she will add photos and have a treasured keepsake. Click here to see more.

December Side Plate by Ink Dish

November 21, 2011 by Minnie

Alyson Fox has a line of cute dishes over at seltzerstudios.com. You can learn more about her work here at alysonfox.com and here at A Small Collection.

via December Side Plate by Ink Dish – Seltzer Studios – online … Read More...

Inspiration du Jour | A Day at the Seaside

November 21, 2011 by Francine Clouden

A Day at The Seaside by mrscherpea

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Rounding Up Sunday

November 20, 2011 by Elaine Robitaille

Don’t forget! Take the survey on Polymer Clay Daily (if it’s still up by the time this posts) Speak up about how you think polymer clay should go with the manufacturers
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The winner of The Colette Sewing Handbook is….

November 20, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Our giveaway for The Colette Sewing Handbook ended Thursday of last week, but I’ve been out of town until this evening and hadn’t had a chance yet to announce the winner. But now that I’m back, I’m happy to announce … Read More...