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

Tutorial: No-sew wrap to keep you warm

November 15, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Crafty and Cooking Mama shows how easy it is to make a fleece wrap to keep you warm in the cold winter months, no sewing required. ~~Get the tutorial~~ (link expired).

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Free pattern: Pajamas for Wee Wonderfuls dolls

November 15, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Hillary Lang from Wee Wonderfuls shares a free pattern for making a pair of PJs for her cloth dolls. The sweet little PJs will fit her Elise/Elsa Elf doll as well as the Kit, Chloe, and Louise dolls. Get the … Read More...

Week one small quilt auction for AAQ

November 15, 2011 by Scarlett Burroughs

Week One of The Alliance for American Quilts‘ auction is underway now on eBay. Every year participating fiber artists create small quilts (16 x 16) around a theme and donate them to raise funds for the organization. Go HERE … Read More...

Tutorial: Valentino-inspired dress from a man’s button-down shirt

November 15, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Jenny from By JG and I Heart Jenny’s Art shows how she created this Valentino-inspired dress from a man’s button-down shirt and some coordinating yardage. The top of the dress is made from the shirt, with a circle skirt from … Read More...

Poster Board Christmas Trees

November 15, 2011 by Amanda Formaro

This is just a sampling of the wide array of fabric covered poster board Christmas trees on display at The Creativity Exchange. They are all quite beautiful, and once you find out how easy they are, you’ll be busy making … Read More...

Technique: Stamp and Stitch

November 15, 2011 by Heather Holbrook

You might be looking at this card and thinking “This has nothing to do with stamping” but it actually does! Danielle took the new Stitches and Swirls stamp set from Papertrey Ink, stamped it and then stitched over the … Read More...

Wonder Woman Mixer

November 15, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

I’m in the market for a new KitchenAid, and I have fond childhood memories of watching Lynda Carter as Wonder Woman (I always wanted a pair of Wonder Woman Underoos and sadly never got them, sigh), so this may … Read More...

Framed Button Tree

November 15, 2011 by Amanda Formaro

Here’s a pretty decoration for the holidays that is easy to make and won’t cost much either. Pick out some of your favorite buttons an decorate a felt tree. Head over to Gooseberry Patch for the how and to and … Read More...

Bag your floss

November 15, 2011 by Denise Felton

Wendi Gratz of Shiny Happy World shares some great tips for organizing your embroidery floss. See her post.

Thanksgiving Felt Banner Tutorial

November 15, 2011 by Linda Lanese

Bethany of “Sweet Bee Buzzing” reminds us with her “Thanksgiving Felt Banner Tutorial” that the most symbolic reason for Thanksgiving, other than the turkey and pumpkin pie, is giving thanks! In the USA many of the stores are opening Thanksgiving … Read More...

Quilty perfection

November 15, 2011 by Denise Felton

See the spectacular needleart details of some of the quilts on display at the World Quilt Show in Florida through the lens of Jackie of Blissfully Imperfect. Perfection! Go to Jackie’s blog post.

Win tatting essentials

November 15, 2011 by Denise Felton

Whether you’re a beginning tatter or a seasoned veteran, you’ll be able to make good use of the stash of tatting supplies that Tatted Treasures is giving away. The generous sponsor, Mielke’s Fiber Arts, has included a silver-plated shuttle and … Read More...

Accordion Photo Card

November 15, 2011 by Amanda Formaro

This adorable accordion style card is made from your child’s photos. A wonderful keepsake gift that will be cherished for years. Get the how to from Better Homes and Gardens — Super Quick Gifts to Make.

Aquarium Cross Stitch

November 15, 2011 by Connie Barwick

This cute little aquarium has a 3-D look – can’t you just see the little fish wriggling around in there?

Heads up!

November 15, 2011 by Denise Felton

I can hardly believe it, but I’m approaching my 5,555th post for CraftGossip. To celebrate, I’m planning a honkin giveaway on the day post 5,555 goes live. You’ll have only 24 hours to enter the draw, so keep an eye … Read More...