From now until June 7, 2011, Bramcost Publications is offering their vintage beach towel bag pattern for free. The pattern is circa 1955 and shows how to make a large towel that folds up into a handy bag for … Read More...
Tutorial: Big bow tote bag from kitchen towels
That Lady shows how she made this pretty tote bag out of a trio of dollar store kitchen towel. She even had enough material from the towels left over to make a big bow to embellish the bag. Get the … Read More...
Tutorial: Magical tutu dress for girls
For all those little girls who love to pretend to be fairies or princesses (or fairy princesses), Prudent Baby shows how to make a tutu dress. Layers of tulle are gathered and sewn to the bottom of a shirt making … Read More...
Butterfly Bouquet
Butterflies are a hot motif for weddings right now, and I’m loving this fluttery, butterfly bouquet sent in by Michelle Mathey! She discovered it featured at West Aussie Wedding {via This is Glamorous}, along with some other ideas … Read More...
DIY Vintage Sheet Garland Banner
Christina at Intimate Weddings sent over a link to her latest tutorial: a garland made from vintage sheets! What a clever way to repurpose those retro finds! Click here to get all the details. Thanks for the inspiration Christina!
Vintage … Read More...
5 Crafts for Father’s to Make WITH their Kids!
made by joel has a great group of crafts/projects that Father’s can use to bond and spend time with their kids. My kids would love any of these…personally, my favorite is Oscillating Woodpecker…but you’ll have to go to m… Read More...
Newsy: Textile Art Festival coming in June
If you live or travel close enough, don’t miss the Textile Art Festival coming up soon in Queensland, Australia. A browse through the Festival Preview Magazine revealed several events that will appeal to art quilters.
State of the Art 2011… Read More...
Giveaway from Kanelstrand
Kanelstrand is having a giveaway sponsored by Jessica C. Take a look at Kanelstrand and enter for your chance to win this beautiful, eerie sterling silver necklace with a freshwater pearl. The giveaway ends June 2, so don’t delay! Once … Read More...
Review: Palazzo Versace, Gold Coast, Australia
Here at CraftGossip.com, we don’t normally review products that don’t fit into our standard category of DIY or Craft. But in this case, we made an exception. It is the Palazzo Versace (Palace of Versace) on the Gold Coast! Face … Read More...
Etsy find: honneur
Cat of honneur says, “this ring style combines the appeal of wearing an edgy statement ring without feeling too overly feminine.” I agree! It’s very industrial chic.
Take a look at honneur; Cat’s lune ring is so reasonably priced, you … Read More...
Newsy: Kaleidoscope Quilt-Along
Mark your calendars! Elizabeth from Don’t Call Me Betsy is hosting another Quilt-Along. If you join you’ll be making a classic quilt block, the Kaleidoscope. She chose this theme because she had so much fun making this kaleidoscope block, below. … Read More...
Congratulations to…
Cory of tealwaterdesigns.etsy.com! You are the winner of 5 fabulous books from Lark including Simply Bead & Wire, Simply Charms, Simply Earrings, Simply Necklaces, and Beading: 20 Great Weekend Projects
! I know you’ll enjoy these great books.
Thanks to … Read More...
Graduation Cupcake Flags
Find free Clip Art and instructions to make your own cupcakes flags for your graduate HERE at Martha Stewart.
Freebie: Flamingo Digital Stamp
Download this super cute gardening flamingo stamp for free from Bugaboo digital stamps. Hurry it won’t be there long, they list a new freebie every Friday!
Card by Min.
-Heather
Looking for more digital stamps and SVG files? We love … Read More...
From my studio last week: May 31, 2011
So this was all that came out of my studio last week. One pair of little girl bike shorts. A test pair, at that. I traced a pair of little girl’s leggings and I wanted to make sure that I … Read More...
Colorful Wool Felted Beads
I know that I have shown you wool beads before, but what a stunning addition these bracelets will add to your summer wardrobe. Pick some hot colors and go from wool to wearable. Start with wool roving; add a little … Read More...
Free Printable: Father’s Day Soda Bottle Covers
I just find these Father’s Day themed soda bottle covers the best combination of adorable and clever. Except I shall be using them for my husband’s passion: beer. Find the free printables HERE at The Idea Room.
Folk Art Enamel Paints for Painting on Glass
I noticed a blog entry over at Craft Critique by my friend Maria del Pinto about Folk Art Enamel Paints that can be used on glass. How cool is that? Maria’s post includes all kinds of information on products that … Read More...
How to dress up recycled containers with little metal scrubbies
I love the look of metal and the clever crafter Maria of the blog Bubblegum and Duct Tape got her design on and posted a cute tutorial on how to use metal scrubbies to dress up recycled containers.
Update: More DIY Sprinkles (This Time, Egg-Free)
Remember these gems from way back when? Well, the creator of the original DIY sprinkles has come up with an egg-free version. Not only egg-free, but with a refined texture and tips on adding luxurious flavors. Find the how-tos HERE … Read More...