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Soap Molds
If you’re looking to purchase various soap molds, Mold Market is a great source. They have a variety of basic molds, unusual & fun molds, and much more.
Giveaway: PeachLeaf Papers – Set of Origami Earrings
PeachLeaf Papers features an array of origami accessories such as earrings, pendants, pins, and a few things for those who are ready to make a creative fashion statement.
Thanks to PeachLeaf Paper we are giving 3 CraftGossip readers the … Read More...
Watch a fun video on how to make a wine cork wreath
Niki of the aptly named blog Niki In Stitches made a jazzy video on how to make a recycled cork wreath. watch the video.
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Book Review And Giveaway – Bags In Bloom
Bags In Bloom by Susan Cariello
ISBN: 978-0-8230-0079-1 RRP$21.99
What a beautiful book full of beautiful bags with beautiful flowers. This book comes with 20 easy to follow sewing patterns with a focus on flowery designs.
WIN WIN WIN
Thanks … Read More...
Product Review And Giveaway (competition closed) – Silhouette Digital Cutting Tool
UPDATED: We are giving you the chance to win your very own Silhouette Machine. Go to the bottom of this post to see how you can win
I’ve been wanting a digital die cutting machine for awhile now so when … Read More...
Fused Glass Jewelry…from About.com
I get regular newsletters from About.com about jewelry making. The topics cover all aspects of making jewelry and this one in particular is about fused glass. That’s why I’m sharing it with you. There information about cutting glass and … Read More...
Sewing Tutorial: Little girl’s dress with square yoke and ruffle sleeves
Brenda from Therapeutic Crafting shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this sweet little girl’s dress with a square yoke and ruffle sleeves. The patchwork stripes are oh so cute, and you can have fun mixing and … Read More...
Tutorial: Oversized fleece lion softie for bigtime snuggles
Sammy from Scraps N Strings shows how to make this super cute fleece lion softie. It’s hard to see from this picture, but this guy is is pretty big. As in, nearly as big as her little boy – and … Read More...
It’s new: GreenStitch eco-friendly sewing podcasts
GreenStitch is the new podcast series from Anne Kenlon, focusing on eco-friendly sewing tips and projects. This is of personal interest to me, as one of the major reasons I am drawn to sewing is that it allows me to … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a tote bag from an apron
Instructables member originalandrea.com shows how to turn an apron into a tote bag. If the apron has pockets, they’ll end up on the outsides of the tote bag. Presto change-o, you’ve got a new tote in less than an hour! … Read More...
Make Your Own Tire Swing
I’ve always wanted a tire swing, but never had quite the right tree to hang it in. Therefore, I shall live vicariously through Stephanie Lynn of Under the Table and Dreaming.
See exactly how she did it so you can … Read More...
The Surprising Versatility of Cheetos… Rachel Ray, Sushi and More
Now this is a commitment to art, celebrity and orange fingers: A huge portrait of Rachel Ray created with Cheetos by artist Jason Baalman. The show aired recently, and is discussed HERE at slashfood.
Who knew you could do … Read More...
8 Easy to Build Fire Pits
I have a fire pit in my backyard. It took over 18 months before the brick came out of its stacked up position and actually into its proper shape. Why? Because I was waiting on a friend to build it … Read More...
Gina’s Etsy Success Secrets
Gina from The Shabby Chic Cottage receives quite a few questions from readers about her Etsy success. As you know, Etsy is an online marketplace of large proportions that allows artisans and crafters a place to sell their wares using … Read More...
Arts and Craft Fairs
Looking for something to do, something to see? Below is a listing of various festivals and art exhibits across the country and in Canada. Maybe there’s one by you!
WISCONSIN: Bristol Renaissance Faire (through 9/6)
Nineteen-day Renaissance Faire including a … Read More...
Roundup: Cheesecake on a Stick
I didn’t intend for a roundup of cheesecake on a stick, but lo and behold I found enough cheesecake on a stick to merit one.
Find the recipe for these striped cheesecake pops at Dessert All the Time.
Make … Read More...
Free charts: Cross-stitch
(1) Three madonnas from Le blog de 7 à la maison
(2) Petite Sorciére from un jour, une grille
(3) La Dame au chapeau from Elkalin
(4) Sampler Lili-Rose from les petites croix de Christine
(5) Lapin Blanc from un … Read More...
“The New Image Group” felting supplies and projects
While browsing the Internet I came across “The New Image Group” and thought you would enjoy looking at all their tutorials. The pencil case I featured here can be made at minimal cost. You can order this create your own … Read More...
Make your day with Leah Day
One of my favorite contemporary quilters, Leah Day, was interviewed by Alice Helms for The Alliance of American Quilts’ Save Our Stories project. Go here to read the lengthy interview, it’s worth every minute you spend getting to … Read More...