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

Reindeer Noses Candy

November 14, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

I spotted this on Pinterest and found it so easy and clever. (I use those words “easy” and “clever” a lot, so clearly I’m drawn to things that are easy but still clever.) Find the idea for reindeer candy noses … Read More...

Fruit Turkeys

November 14, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

Doesn’t this turkey have an expression like he knows he’s about to be gobbled up? And yet he still maintains his cuteness. How do fruit turkeys manage that? Find the how-tos HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.

Charming and Jolly Santa

November 14, 2011 by Connie Barwick

This free chart is so simple, but expresses such a jolly and charming Santa.

So punny!

November 14, 2011 by Denise Felton

This totally cracks me up. If you don’t have access to American television, let me explain: British actor Hugh Laurie plays a crotchety yet brilliant diagnostician named House on the TV series of the same name. He definitely needs blessing. … Read More...

Holding a Grudge

November 14, 2011 by Connie Barwick

Are you a grudge-holder?

A blooming crazy quilt

November 14, 2011 by Denise Felton

A while back I mentioned the adorable seed-bead flower vine on a crazy quilt by Kathleen of Yesteryear Embroideries. The quilt is finished now, and it includes dozens of wonderful techniques, including to-die-for seed-bead blackberries. And I was surprised … Read More...

Holiday Garland Pillow Tutorial; Maureen Cracknell Handmade

November 14, 2011 by Linda Lanese

Maureen has made these darling and festive pillows for the holidays. Use your favorite colors and shapes and then place them on your chairs, bed and sofa to add a little holiday charm. Maureen inspires: “Today’s tutorial is for a … Read More...

A whole bunch of cool recycled tin can patterns

November 14, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

If you like making things out of recycled tin cans pop on over to Tinplate Girl and check all the cool patterns (some free and some for purchase!)

Tutorial: Gift Box quilt block

November 14, 2011 by Scarlett Burroughs

Nan from Pots and Pins did a guest post at Sew We Quilt/Stash Manicure showing how to make a gift box quilt block. Nan advises us to put on some Christmas music and get started so we have a festive … Read More...

Monogram Berry Christmas Wreath

November 14, 2011 by Amanda Formaro

This lovely wreath is striking and personal. A great way to dress up your door for the holidays. Get the tutorial over at Our Unexpected Journey: Let The Decorating Begin!.

Fiber artists fight cancer

November 14, 2011 by Denise Felton

Check out this heads-up about a worthy stitchy opportunity from Susan Brubaker Knapp of Blue Moon River.

Virginia Spiegel is at it again! This woman is simply unstoppable. Her “Fiberart For a Cause” has already raised more than $215,000

Microphone Cupcakes

November 14, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

How about a little break from all the holiday stuff? Learn how to make these utterly fab-u-lous and sparkly microphone cupcakes HERE at iVillage, adapted from What’s New Cupcake?. {spotted by Amanda}

Are looking for more Microphone … Read More...

Stitching on old paper

November 14, 2011 by Denise Felton

I’m lovin this stitch-o-gram by Emma of Stitch Therapy. In a personal note, she said,

I have a passion for vintage papers such as old books and post cards. This post card is from the early 1900’s. I like

Project: Chalkboard Frame

November 14, 2011 by Heather Holbrook

I love the retro vintage look of Pink Persimmon stamps! Over on their website they are sharing a great chalk board project, adding stamped images and stickers to a picture frame for a great home decor project.

-Heather