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

Sew in Love {Wedding Photo Shoot}

November 19, 2011 by Kimberly Jones

This sewing-themed wedding shoot is bursting with so many creative details that it had to be shared in 2 parts! Visit Love & Lavender here for part 1 or here for part 2. The gorgeous photos are by Simply … Read More...

Cranberry Christmas Trees

November 19, 2011 by Amanda Formaro

These beautiful little trees are a great decoration for both Thanksgiving and Christmas. Using foam cones and cranberries, you can create an entire forest to display! Head over to Better Homes and Garden for the details — Christmas Cranberry Crafts… Read More...

Leave It To The Finnish

November 19, 2011 by jd wolfe

I know almost nothing about Finland or its language. I do know that the ‘language’ of crochet is international. Even if we cannot read the pattern, and, sometimes, as in this case, even if there is not a charted design, … Read More...

DIY Beer Labels

November 19, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

Brew your own beer? Then you need labels, of course. Design some HERE at Labeley. Look, I made “Robot Beer.” Which, by the way, was purely to test the site. I don’t actually make Robot Beer. Although…. {Thanks to … Read More...

From A Luxe Moisturiser Into A Beautiful Tan – Eco Tan Invisible Tan – Review

November 19, 2011 by Nellie Lee Luhrmann

No matter what time of the year it is we all like to have a healthy glow about our skin. Many people shy away from hanging out at solariums ( YUCK ) and lounging by the pool for hours. I … Read More...

Ski Lodge quilt block

November 18, 2011 by Scarlett Burroughs

See Inside the Ski Lodge by whynotsew? and more at Fresh Modern Quilts Flickr.

Technique: Back basting works for Anina

November 18, 2011 by Scarlett Burroughs

Anina from the twiddletails blog went from discouraged to excited when she found an applique technique that works for her – back basting. Read her full post here. Marjorie at Applique Addict explains how to do it here.… Read More...

Product Review – MR-97 Mold Release from Colour de Verre

November 18, 2011 by Cathi Milligan

Today I’m a very lucky girl. I get to test out a couple of products from the kind people over at Colour de Verre. I’ve received a simple round bead mold and some of the MR-97 spray mold release … Read More...

Compass Noel

November 18, 2011 by Connie Barwick

Lovely stitched up, this compass Noel project is done in red, but would also look nice done in green.

Joyeux Noel un Coeur

November 18, 2011 by Connie Barwick

From La Marmotte Brodeuse, this heart celebrates Christmas in a joyful way.

Vibrant Cornhusk Wreath

November 18, 2011 by Amanda Formaro

This beautiful wreath is constructed from corn husks that have been dyed a beautiful wine red. What a great alternative to the natural color to add a festive touch to your holiday door. Check out the instructions over at Martha … Read More...

Have you entered to win?

November 18, 2011 by Stacie Hooder

If you haven’t entered for a chance to win Color, Texture & Casting for Jewelers: Hands-On Demonstrations & Practical Applications, what are you waiting for? The giveaway will end November 23, 2011. Leave a comment at the original post… Read More...

Blocking. Why and Why Not!

November 18, 2011 by Terrye

Explore the whys and why nots of wet blocking in this post from Simply Dove.

Find out how to make this technique work for you.

Lookie what she made: Overalls from a pants pattern

November 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Delia from Delia Creates joins in the Once Upon a Thread series at No Big Dill with an outfit inspired by the book, If You Give a Mouse a Cookie. In this book, the mischevious mouse wears a pair of … Read More...

Tutorial: Fabric napkins with button tie wraps

November 18, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Sew4Home shows how to make a set of fabric napkins with button tie wraps. They showcase them as part of a festive Thanksgiving table, but these would be a sophisticated addition to a tablescape year round. Get the how-to.… Read More...

Coffee Filter Snowflakes

November 18, 2011 by Amanda Formaro

I have to say I was pretty surprised when I read that these snowflake ornaments were made from coffee filters! Thanks go out to Meg for sending me this link. Get the tutorial over at Mega•Crafty — Snowflake Ornaments.