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

Needlework from Tajikistan

October 10, 2011 by Denise Felton

Hannah of enbrouderie gives us a close-up look at a chain-stitched suzani, probably worked with a tambour hook. See more at her blog post.

Freebie | Halloween Postcard Invitation

October 10, 2011 by Francine Clouden

Throwing a Halloween bash? Why not simplify things and download this free postcard styled invitation from A Place for Twiggs? Or you can use it as an embellishment or journaling block. Click here to go to the download.

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Men Quilt Too! Show in second week

October 10, 2011 by Scarlett Burroughs

The Men Quilt Too! quilt show is in its second week. Men have always contributed to the craft and art of quilting but there is a trend of many more joining now (or at least coming out of the fabric … Read More...

Party with Inkadinkado Stamps!

October 10, 2011 by Heather Holbrook

Continuing on with our month of Inkadinkado stamps this week it’s time Par-tay! This entire month there will be four weeks of ideas, inspirations and giveaways! Join me every Monday in October for samples and ideas using new Inkadinkado stamps … Read More...

Caramel Apple Rice Krispies Treats

October 10, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

Check out what Ashley of Cute As a Fox and her teammates for the Rice Krispies Making Memories Challenge: Caramel apple Rice Krispies treats, that not only look like little caramel apples, but actually contain real apples, spices and caramel … Read More...

Easy Homemade Oreo Footballs

October 10, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

I had to add the “easy” because these really do look easy. Learn to make homemade Oreo footballs HERE at I Heart Naptime.

Oreo Spider Pumpkin Cupcakes

October 10, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

These spiders know what they want. Pumpkin Oreo Cupcakes. And don’t even try to touch them. Make pumpkin Oreo cupcakes topped with cream cheese Oreo frosting and Oreo spiders (that’s a lot of Oreo!) HERE at Ninas Kleiner Food-Blog.

Make stockings for needy kids

October 10, 2011 by Denise Felton

Lyanna of PurplePandaQuilts guest posted this announcement at Jolly Jabber blog:

I work with foster kids. I love it – they are always so happy and make me appreciate the things I have in life. Anyway this year for the

Neat Idea | Card Keepsake Project

October 10, 2011 by Francine Clouden

Catherine Davis at Design Editor shared this keepsake idea for holding onto the cards you receive for special occasions, like the birth of a child or a birthday. Click here to see more.

Freebie | Halloween Favor Boxes

October 10, 2011 by Francine Clouden

These cute Halloween favor boxes are a free download from The Tiny Fig. You could probably also use the images on scrapbook pages or cards! Click here to go to the download.

Inspiration du Jour | Captured

October 10, 2011 by Francine Clouden

Captured by Mrs2a50

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Cross Stitch Magazines

October 10, 2011 by Connie Barwick

How many Cross Stitch or Needlework magazines do you subscribe to or purchase each month? Right now – I only subscribe to 3, which is pretty conservative for me. I had to cut back because they were TAKING OVER THE … Read More...

Rounding Up the Polymer Clay

October 9, 2011 by Elaine Robitaille

A few goodies from the online clay world –

If you’re into clay beads and jewellery, don’t forget to take a stab at the Art Bead Scene’s monthly challenge. This month has a hedgehog in the inspiration art. I