Heather of Tatted Treasures is giving away a copy of Nancy Tracy’s book, Tat’s Where I Stopped: A Year of Tatted Bookmarks, which contains patterns for bookmarks for every season. Go to her blog post to see the entry rules… Read More...
Help The Penguins….
So apparently there was an oil spill somewhere around New Zealand. I apologize that I do not spend time watching or reading the news. As a matter of fact, really, the only tv I watch is when my Red Wings … Read More...
The dress as art
This incredible work, A Prairie Dress by Monika of My Sweet Prairie, incorporates a whole range of techniques. Monika says,
… Read More...This dress features loops, ties, hooks & eyes, my first ever zipper, boning, princess seams, a train, pleats, darts,
Free Sewing pattern: Baby’s Cozy Football Blanket
Jessica from Happy Together shares a free pattern and tutorial on her blog for making a baby blanket shaped like a football. She made hers out of a soft, snuggly minky, oh my!! This would be soooo cute for a … Read More...
Hanging Ornament Project
Tutorial: Boot socks or leg warmers from an old sweater
Lex shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a pair of socks to wear under your tall fitted boots. The long leg warmers are made from a refashioned sweater so they’re warm and snuggly. Get the tutorial… Read More...
Lookie what she made: Worn-out shoes to fabulous brooch
Jen from Eating my Candy with Pork and Beans guest blogs in the Top-topberfest series at Leafy Treetop Spot with a tutorial showing how to make her Halloween tee. She takes a plain tee and embellishes it with a scrappy … Read More...
And the Winner is…
It’s time to choose a winner for the Kreinik / Craft Gossip GiveAway. There were 91 entrants and so, using random.org, #77 was the winner.<br><br>Congrats to Joy! She gets a pen and ornament kit – YAY!<br><br>Watch for more information on … Read More...
Tutorial: Child’s boxing costume gloves
Marigold from Dreadful Girl and Hideous! Dreadful! Stinky! shows how to make a pair of boxing gloves for a child’s costume. Don’t worry – these aren’t designed to be actual functional real boxing gloves. But they sure do look cute … Read More...
Project: Stamped Holiday Ornament
Ahhh… too much cuteness! Find an instructional video for making this adorable stamped ornament from Katharina Frei over at the Whiff of Joy blog.
-Heather
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Tutorial: Ladybug softie
Amy Adams of LucyKateCrafts guest posts a tutorial on whip up for creating this adorable tiny ladybug softie. Go to the post for the pattern and instructions.
Etched Victorian Pumpkins
I knew the moment that this came through my email that I had to share it with you. These pumpkins from Martha Stewart are amazing! A unique way to celebrate Halloween. See the project — Etched Victorian Pumpkins.
Inspiration: Hand Embroidery from Sadalas
Lakshmi of Hand Embroidery from Sadalas used long-and-short stitch to create this gorgeous embellishment for a wee dress. Go to the post to see the completed project.
Enzoskin Coffee & Cream Facial Moisturizer Review
Let’s face it nobody knows your skin like you do. If you have not heard of Enzoskin before keep reading. Handmade in the USA, Enzoskin is all about personalization when it comes to their products. Using natural ingredients you simply … Read More...
Shopping! For clayers
This week I faced my love-hate: I had to shop for clay. I love clay. I hate shopping. Well, sometimes I like it but from online, never as fun and there’s no crafty place within a 150 miles. Seriously, my … Read More...
DIY Cranberry and Pumpkin Salt Scrub Halloween/Thanksgiving Gift Idea
The following recipe has been shared at CraftGossip.com with the permission of The Natural Beauty Workshop and From Nature With Love. This recipe was originally posted on the DIY skin care blog, The Natural Beauty Workshop. You can see … Read More...
Kate Spain gives us a peek at Good Fortune
Kate Spain from The Drawing Board gives us a sneak peek of her Good Fortune fabric line coming out January 2012. Click HERE to check it out. Love the color palette.
Tutorial: Cross-Terrain quilt
Lee Heinrich from freshly pieced has her first Moda Bake Shop project; a recipe for a Cross-Terrain Quilt, shown. She showcases the Terrain fabric line by Kate Spain. So pretty. Get the know-how.
Image credit: Moda Bake Shop
Recycled Halloween Candle Jars
Grab those old glass jars you saved to create these fun Halloween candle holders. It’s an extremely cute and inexpensive way to get into the spooky spirit.
You’ll also need paint and tea lights, although if you’re in a pinch, … Read More...
Tutorial: 30-minute belts
Sew4Home shows how to make a new belt in just 30 minutes. Make one from plaid for a fun new accent to your fall wardrobe. Get the tutorial.
[photo from Sew4Home]