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

Freebie: Flamingo Digital Stamp

May 31, 2011 by Heather Holbrook

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

May 31, 2011 by Anne Weaver

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

May 31, 2011 by Linda Lanese

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

May 31, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

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

May 31, 2011 by Cathi Milligan

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

May 31, 2011 by Stefanie Girard

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)

May 31, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

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...

Free Pattern – Robin’s Nest and Eggs

May 31, 2011 by Terrye

This is a pattern for the nest and eggs, the Robin pattern is listed, but not on the page.

Click on over to Audrey’s Knits for the pattern!

Gummy Bearskin Rug

May 31, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

I actually chuckled aloud when I spotted this gummy bearskin “rug” over at Foodiggity. Created by Laser Bread, check out his site here: Brock Davis to spot such food genius as Rice Krispiehenge and Twinkie Circuitry.

Mermaid Cupcakes

May 31, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

Yep. Mermaids lounging in cupcakes. Learn to make them HERE at Bake Happy. {spotted on Cupcakes Take the Cake}

Are you hosting an under the sea themed party? check out these Under the Sea party decorations. … Read More...

Tiny, Mini Cake Stand

May 31, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

And I immediately envisioned a tiny, mini cake to go inside. I spotted this on Pinterest, found at the etsy shop Divine Sweetness.

4th of July Sweets

May 31, 2011 by Meaghan Mountford

A whole bunch of ’em to celebrate Indpendence Day in the US: Candied apples, red white and blue ice cream, parfaits, and more. Find them all HERE at Better Homes and Gardens.

Looking for 4th of July decorations? Check … Read More...

Tutorial: All-American Tote

May 31, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Amy from Positively Splendid shares a tutorial for making her All-American Tote. The body is made from denim and appliqued with a large red and white star. It’s lined in a gingham and has a big red bow at the … Read More...

Sewing pattern: Metal eyelet summer shorts from plain capris

May 31, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Donatella from Inspiration & Realisation shows how she turned a pair of capris into an awesome pair of shorts. She shortened the legs and added silver eyelets. Fabulousness!! Get the tute.

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Tutorial: Digitizing your own patterns

May 31, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Kelly from Sewing in No Man’s Land dishes on how to take a handmade pattern and turn it digital. There’s nothing wrong at all with a handrawn pattern (mine are all on newsprint packing material), but scanning it and turning … Read More...

Project: Folded Flower Card

May 31, 2011 by Heather Holbrook

Visit the Ball Point Bliss blog and let Juliet Arrighi show you how to turn punched and stamped circles into a lovely folded flower card.

-Heather

Tutorial: Make The MODify Dress for summer

May 31, 2011 by Anne Weaver

Shannon from luvinthemommyhood shares a tutorial for making her MODify Dress. It’s a great dress for summer – sleeveless, loose, and light. And the simple shape means the possibilities for modification are limitless. Get the tutorial.