The herb Eyebright has astringent and antibacterial properties to drawl out infections such as pink eye and soothe eyes.
Pour 1 cup boiling water over 1 teaspoon of dried eyebright herb… Read More...
Bmused Belt Buckles
Bmused is the Etsy shop to visit if you are looking for original belt buckles to show off your creative style in a modern crafty chic kinda way.
Not only are these Belt buckles quirky they are (let me insert … Read More...
DIY Baker’s Twine!
I admit it. I have a bit of an obsession with baker’s twine. So when I saw the title “Make Your Own Baker’s Twine”…yes, I swooned! Or maybe I just got a little dizzy! Anyway, I felt compelled to share … Read More...
How to Make a Wilderness Survival Candle
Randy Hood from Econo Challenge Tips and Tricks explains how to make a wilderness survival candle in this video. The candle is made with recycled materials and is reusable, so is perfect for campers wanting to leave no trace.
All … Read More...
Win a Designer Wedding Dress
For a chance to win a designer wedding gown custom made just for you don’t miss this giveaway at Things Festive sponsored by Perfect Bridal! Visit this link for all the details. Contest begins May 31st and ends June 30th, … Read More...
Man… in Clay
As I’ve mentioned in the past, hitting up Flickr or Google for random image searches is a sure fire way to show that clayers are a creative bunch. The search for polymer clay men on Flickr turned up some diverse … Read More...
Colorful Cows (It’s a Drink)
While I’m no stranger to the soda fountain concept–I even used to make my own egg creams as a barista–I’m not familiar with the term “brown cow” as it applies to beverages. But of course, Martha is. Learn to make … Read More...
Get it now: Free vintage pattern for beach towel bag
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.