Melissa from Bursts of Creativity shows how she created this distressed tag, and shares a layout that she used it on. Click here to go to the tutorial.
Tutorial: Charming Elephant Softie
Thomas from Way Cool Kid shares a tutorial and template on his blog for this Charming Elephant softie, perfect for little hands to hold and snuggle. I’m loving the braided tail and the little birdie embroidery!! Go to the tutorial… Read More...
Giveaway: Sew Retro book plus Anna Maria Horner fabric and patterns!
Judi Ketteler, author of Sew Retro: A Stylish History of the Sewing Revolution, shares a Q&A on her blog with none other than Anna Maria Horner.
But it gets better. Ms. Horner is partnering with her to offer a … Read More...
Tutorial: Doorway puppet theater
Wendi Gratz from Shiny Happy World shares a free tutorial for making this doorway puppet theater. The project is aimed at beginning sewists, using only straight seams and a simple turned hem which she demonstrated earlier this week on her … Read More...
Tutorial: Soft fabric book for baby
Elizabeth from Don’t Call Me Betsy created this fabric book for her nephew, and shares a tutorial showing how she did it. The fabric pages are easy for young hands to grab hold of, and the textures and colors of … Read More...
Freebie: Valentine Printables
The ladies at How Does She have compiled a great list of free Valentine’s printables, included the class pack shown above. Click here to go to the list.
Are you looking for more Valentine’s Day Embellishments, papers, and supplies? … Read More...
Tutorial: Eco-chic shopping bag from a t-shirt
EDITOR’S NOTE: Many thanks go out to the readers who pointed out the striking similarity between this bag and one made by the talented Pascale from //between the lines//. Craft Gossip linked out to Pascale’s bag last March … Read More...
Product Review: PSA Essentials Stamps
PSA Essentials stamps has a very unique and clever approach to stamping that I’ve never seen before. So I was really excited to give their stamps a try myself!
PSA Essentials stamps are round clear interchangeable personalized stamps. The stamps … Read More...
Freebie: Hermes Kelly Bag Template
Isn’t this adorable? You can create your very own Hermes Kelly Bag from paper using the template available here at Content in a Cottage.
Freebie: SVG Bumble Bee File
This bumblebee image in SVG format is a free download from BeaOriginal
Click here to go to the download.
Check out more SVG files and bundles over at Design Bundles
Are you the next Martha Stewart? Exclusive casting call!
BigFishCasting.com is looking for the next Martha Stewart as the crafty host for a major food chains website. (We can’t disclose who it actually is).
Do you have what it takes to host your own online craft show? Young women … Read More...
Inspiration du Jour – Béwéwé
Béwéwé by **Marinette**. Get even more inspiration from her gallery and blog.
Book Review – Handmade Weddings
I just purchased the new book Handmade Wedding
s today and though I’ve only peeked at the pages, it looks amazing! You can read a full review of this publication and get a step-by-step tutorial for the the cupcake liner … Read More...
Thrift Store Mercury Glass Lamp Makeover
I have seen tons of these lamps in thrift stores but didn’t have the vision that Stephanie Lynn did to turn it into this beautiful piece. Make sure you head over to Under the Table and Dreaming to see the … Read More...
The Stringer Control of Dora Schubert
Dora posts pictures of her newest ebay auctions on Facebook. I check out her beads and marvel at her stringer control. You have to appreciate the detail work and her precision, especially if you’ve ever tried to lay down an … Read More...
Wire and clay
If you didn’t see Elaine’s post yesterday on Craft Gossip Polymer Clay, you are missing out. Elaine shared the work of Italian artist Daniela D’Uva. Daniela’s use of polymer clay and wire work make for truly extraordinary pieces.
Sweet Magnets
I was researching future posts and came across this set of magnets from Sweetbella. What a sweet way to “stick around”!
Handmade dollies for children affected by flooding in Queensland
If seeing the images of the flooding in Queensland has left you wanting to do something to help out, why not make a dolly? A small soft doll can be a huge comfort to a child during times like these. … Read More...
Tutorial: Scrap fabric bead necklace
Pascale from // between the lines // shares a tutorial for turning fabric strips and bits of wool roving into a pretty piece of jewelry. The long strips of fabric form a necklace, with the roving inside to form the … Read More...
Would you like earrings with that?
Trish at Crafty Moods is sharing her tutorial to make earrings that match your statement necklace with this handy trick. Take a look at how she fashions the perfect complement for just about any necklace.