Did someone in your house get a Nintendo DS orDSi from Santa this year? Keep their new toy protected with a fabric case. The main part of the case holds the game system, while a zippered pocket holds some games. … Read More...
Tutorial: Tic-tac-toe bean bag game
Amber from Sew Totally Smitten shows how to make a tic-tac-toe bean bag game. Instead of playing the game with pencil and a scrap of paper, the board is a large fabric mat and the pieces are different colored bean … Read More...
Welcome to DIY Weddings!
The first day of a brand new year is the perfect time to introduce a new category on Craft Gossip: DIY Weddings! My name is Kimberly Jones and I am thrilled to join Craft Gossip as its newest editor. A … Read More...
Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Mitered corners
Gwen from Gwenny Penny guest blogs in the Sewing 101 series at Pickup Some Creativityy with a tutorial showing how to make mitered corners. Go to the tutorial.
[photo retrieved from Pickup Some Creativity]
Dyed fabric giveaway by author
Frieda from Walks in the Woods is celebrating the one year anniversary of her book Fabric to Dye For with a fabric giveaway. Not just any fabric mind you; it’s hand dyed fabric with gradations taught in the book. Go … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy ruffled fleece scarf
Melissa from HoneyScrap shows how to make this easy ruffled fleece scarf. You can make one in just 15 minutes! Get the tute.
[photo from HoneyScrap]
Happy New Year!
Do You Have Crochet “Resolutions” For 2012?
I hope you had a wonderful – and not too crazy – New Year’s Eve. Now, it’s New Year’s Day and a New Year has begun. Do you have Crochet Resolutions for 2012? I have only a few. First is … Read More...
FRESH AND FANCY CROCHET
I just ran into this blog and I’m very taken with the designs I find there. To be honest, I haven’t purchased a pattern from this designer, but I’ll probably be doing so soon. As is my practice, I prefer … Read More...
9 Snowman Christmas Craft Ideas
While Christmas has passed, we still have just under 3 months of winter left, so why not celebrate the snowman? I love snowman crafts, so many cute ideas, makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. 🙂 And, since you … Read More...
Tutorial: Hexie needle book
Hexagon needle book tutorial by My Three Sons.
Quilt Happie made this (bottom photo) using My Three Son’s tutorial. Both are super cute. If you have some unused hexagons lying around the house this would put them to good … Read More...
Happy New Year’s Eve Recycled Glitter Ball
Katherine of the blog Krafty Kat sent in this great New Year’s Eve glitter ball she designed with recycled plastic bottle lids. Pop (cork???) on over to this post at Krafty Kat for the tutorial. Happy New Year all you … Read More...
New Years Marshmallow and Chocolate Pops
What a sweet idea: Chocolate numbers on marshmallow pops. Learn how to make this kid-friendly New Years treat HERE at Little Food Junction.
Happy New Year Craft Gossip Readers!!!
It’s been a busy year full of glass news and news about glass…I’ve got my store up and running and I’m living my dream…and hopefully all of you are working towards realizing your own dreams too. It’s the only way … Read More...
Event: OK City Quilt Show
If you live in, near or will be visiting Oklahoma City January 13, 14, and 15 be sure and check out the Oklahoma City Winter Quilt Show. Quilt artist David Taylor is one of the quilting stars who will be … Read More...
Fabulous leather jewelry from Katrinshine
If your mind conjures images of hippie-esque crafts and hand-tooled belts when you hear leather jewelry, take a look at these beautiful pieces from Katrinshine. See Ekaterina’s post about her autumn leaves pendant and her latest pink brooch. Her … Read More...
Toilet paper tubes NEVER looked so pretty
I think this has got to be one of the prettiest recycling projects from one of the most ordinary and non attractive items ever! Yup, people those are toilet paper tubes! Over at the blog Homemade Mamas you too can … Read More...
7 giveaways at Rossiter Designs
Stephanie Flynn of Rossiter Designs announces:
I’m giving away 7 x Celtic Obsessions patterns (valued at $7.95 USD) to celebrate the new year! Entries close 1st February 2011.
Freebie, tute, and sale at UT
Things are really hoppin over on Urban Threads. Check out these juicy tidbits from their e-newsletter:
… Read More...Our highly scientific observations have determined that this is the Year of the Ebook. If you’re one of the many who got a
New Years Champagne Challenge and Festive Drink Cups
Find a great roundup of New Years crafts, activities and treats HERE at The Crafty Crow, including this champagne cork chair challenge from lilla a (love this idea, methinks I’ll try it tonight) and these fun festive kids cups … Read More...