Back in September I showed you quilled necklaces from Mary Louise and mentioned she was working on developing quilling kits in the future. Well, the future is here! Check out Mary Louise’s kits in her Etsy shop mlmxoxo.
Halloween Treats from Kraft Foods (and a New Site)
New foodie sites always intrigue me, so I was happy to check out this new site from Kraft Foods for all things seasonal, Delicious Days when they contacted Craft Gossip. Plus, I love the idea of a foodie site centered … Read More...
Free patterns: Hand-embroidery
Embroidery is a centuries-old art form that can be enjoyed by anyone. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced embroiderer, there are handpicked embroidery designs to try out.
We found these new designs by searching for “embroidery designs for beginners” … Read More...
Free charts: Christmas cross-stitch
Tutorial: How to Make a Linocut
If you’re interested in carving your own stamps Chantal Vincent has a great linocut tutorial on her blog, click here to learn how to make this lovely Russian doll stamp.
-Heather
Free charts: Cross-stitch
(1) Aujourd’hui, c’est l’automne from Les chroniques de Frimousse
(2) The weary needle book from At the Honeysuckle Tree
(3) Maple Leaf Silhouette by Connie G. Barwick of About.com
(4) Octobre Rose from Le coin broderie de Marilyn S
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Moss Carpet
I love how reading one post will lead to another post and yet to another post, and so on. That’s what happened today when the fabulous Design Mom linked over to my Jack O’Lantern TV. She also linked over … Read More...
DIY: Milled Soap
Jessica Wilson shares a recipe & step-by-step instructions for creating Milled Soap over on the Craftzine blog. Check it out here.
5 Subway Art Ideas for Halloween
Subway art is a fun way to dress up any room for any occasion or, as in this case, for any given holiday. Halloween has brought out more subway artists and I’m happy to share some of the designs I … Read More...
Come on baby, Light my fire!
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Originally uploaded by crescent hill designs
How much do I love these candles created by Crescent Hill Designs? Such personality! And such a very clever idea. Click on the photo for more of the artist’s work.
Sweet Tooth!
polymer candy bracelet
Originally uploaded by bit of wimzy
Delicious! The perfect polymer clay sweet treat! Isn’t this polymer clay candy bracelet from Bit of Wimzy adorable?
Tutorial: Dressform cover
Susan from Crafterhours thought her dressform should get a makeover, and so she created a new cover for it. She also wrapped the pole and covered the base to complete the new look. Ahhh, much better! She shares a tutorial … Read More...
Tutorial: Ruffled flower purse
Tam from Sew Dang Cute guest blogs at U Create with a tutorial showing how to make this purse with an oversized ruffle flower appliqued on the side. So pretty!! Go to the tutorial.
[photo from U Create]
Tutorial: Flintstones costumes for the whole family
Amy from Naptime Crafters shares a series of tutorials on her blog showing how to make Fred, Wilma, and Pebbles Flintstones costumes. (I linked to her Fred costume earlier this week.) This is so awesome! Wilma’s costume includes her dress … Read More...
Needle and Hook Holders, Business Card Holders, Wallets and Purses. Oh MY!!
This, fresh in from Mary Louise Mesquita’s
Etsy Shop! These fabulous knitting, crocheting and organizational accessories created from wool felt! And in just about every color you can imagine, perfect for the upcoming blurry and dreary days of winter. Click … Read More...
FaveCrafts Tutorial – Faux Forged Foil Bracelet
I really like the look of this bracelet created by Heidi Borchers of Inspired at Home. Her tutorial is easy to follow and needs only simple materials you may already have at home.
New Release: Whipper Snapper Stamps
Whipper Snapper has just released over 200 new (wow, that’s alot of new cuteness!) wood rubber stamps for fall, Halloween, Christmas and Winter as well as some new cling mounted sets, click here check them all out.
-Heather
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Call for Entries–Helix Scarf
From Interweave’s Spin-Off Magazine:
Spin and knit your own version and submit it to be considered for the Spin-Off Spring 2011 Handspun Gallery. Here’s the Call for Entries. Entries need to arrive in our office by December 13, 2010–so … Read More...
Video How-To: Witch Hat Mini Cupcakes
Learn how to make these cute witch hat mini cupcakes in this easy-to-follow video featuring Jennifer Bushman from the California-based bakery, Donsuemor. With the detailed, step-by-steps featured in this charming video, these cupcakes look super easy to make. And … Read More...
Cool Whip Ghosts
Mini cupcakes topped with a dollop of Cool Whip and chocolate chip chip eyes…instant ghosts. Learn how to make Cool Whip ghost cupcakes HERE at All You.