Leanne Beasley of Leanne’s House previews the design that will be the focus of her class at the Urban Stitches retreat in Melbourne, Australia, September 17-18. See more at her blog post. Or learn about Urban Stitches.
Pretty Lantern Jar
This blog is not in English, however the instructions per her photos seem pretty explanatory. These lovely lanterns are easily made using craft paint and a recycled jar. Go to Vally’s creations to see the Pretty Lantern Jar.
Free Online Class | Camera School by Shimelle
Shimelle Laine is currently running a free workshop on her blog called Camera School. She starts the series by helping you to address your specific fears about photography and suggests ways that you can overcome them. Click here to … Read More...
Blog Hop: Lawnscaping
The Lawnscaping challenge blog is having its first ever blog hop from Sept 9-11th! This blog host challenges using stamps from Lawn Fawn and now they are having a hop with Magical Holidays as the theme. I’m participating along with … Read More...
A STUNNING HEIRLOOM
At our August, 2011 Crochet Club meeting, Marti shared with us the framed, heirloom collar that was crocheted by her great grandmother. Marti cherishes this treasured heirloom and has it beautifully framed. Now, Marti is attempting to recreate this antique … Read More...
Inspiration: Cindy Ann Steiler
This unloose new work by Cindy Ann Steiler (Mary’s Granddaughter) is what she did when she was supposed to be doing something else. I love how artists’ minds work. See more at her blog.
Freebie | Party Planning e-book from Party Starters
You can now download a free Party Planning e-book from Partycrafts Secrets worth $29.95. The first part of the book helps you to choose your party theme, the second part helps you to use the theme you chose. Click here… Read More...
Halloween Cupcake Decorating Ideas
Find a whole bunch of Halloween cupcake decorating ideas HERE at Better Homes and Gardens, including these mummies, witch legs (I think I posted on these a couple years ago, but I can’t resist again), and spider cupcakes.
Ice Cream Sundae Pinata
Spotted on Gordon Gossip, make ice cream sundae pinatas–yes, a DIY pinata with ice cream and ice cream fixin’s– HERE at Giver’s Log.
Tutorial | DIY Paper Masking Tape
AnneLiese at Aesthetic Nest shows how she made custom paper masking tape using double-sided tape and patterned papers. Click here to got o the tutorial.
How to Host a Chocolate Tasting Party
A chocolate tasting party? Yeah, I think I’d accept that invite. Learn alllll about hosting a chocolate tasting party over at Sisteroo. First, learn the ins and outs of chocolate with a history lesson HERE, find a lesson … Read More...
Make Your Own Puffed Cereal
Millet into DIY puffed cereal. Who knew? Fnd the how-tos HERE at LiberatedMind.com.
Twine Rope Bowl
This lovely country look can be yours and it’s much easier than you think. Don’t buy one, make one instead. Head over to homework to make a twine rope bowl. (Inspired by Centsational Girl.)
Polymer Clay Robots (are awesome)
You should take a look at RobotsAreAwesome because, well, robots are awesome. And these ones are made from *polymer clay*. Which just makes them much more awesome. The shop owner, who says her name is HerArtSheLoves, also has a Flickr … Read More...
Scrapbook Paper Flower Wall Art
If you’re looking for a pretty piece of wall art but don’t want to spend a lot of money, you may want to dig into your scrapbook paper supply! Grab some canvas and go to town with this tutorial from … Read More...
CROCHET CLUB AUGUST, 2011
I wrote so much about the Yarn Crawl that I almost forgot to share the news of the latest meeting of the St. Louis Crochet Club. We met August 17, 2011 and there was lots of show ‘n tell. In … Read More...
Tutorial: Fleece hat with woven ribbon and bow
Fleece Fun has a free pattern for making this quick and easy fleece hat. The brimless beanie hat is accented with a piece of contrasting ribbon threaded through and tied in a pretty bow. The pattern is available in a … Read More...
Tutorial: Drafting bodice and sleeve patterns for kids’ clothes
Toni from Sugar Tart Crafts continues her Pattern Perfect Kids series on drafting patterns for kids’ clothes. The series includes tutorials show how to draft a bodice front, a bodice back, and a sleeve, as well as … Read More...
CraftGossip Exclusive 15% Off All Couleur Caramel Natural Makeup Purchases ( read more to see how to collect your discount code )
Who got a chance to read the review I did on Couleur Caramel? Are you looking to buy some new mascara? Is your foundation running low? GREAT!!!!! I have a CraftGossip Exclusive Code that entitles you to 15% off your … Read More...
September FREE GIFT when you purchase from Cosima Skincare
September FREE GIFT when you purchase from www.cosimaskin.com is your choice of a 50ml Toner/Hydrator perfect to fresh your skin in the warmer months or to stop the dehydrating effects of air conditioning. Just mention this offer in the comments … Read More...