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

Tutorial: Baby crib bumpers

August 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Sew4Home shows how to make boutique-style bumper pads for a crib. They’re easier than you think and can save you loads of cash, which will come in handy when diapering and feeding your new little bundle of joy. Go to the…

A swap just for teachers

August 4, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

Following the Footsteps is hosting a swap for teachers, homeschooling families, etc. Every Friday, teachers from all over the internet will be exchanging ideas and best practices. What a great idea!! I wish something like this existed when I was teaching!

Find…

Pattern: Haunted house quilt

August 4, 2009 by Scarlett Burroughs

This spooky fun haunted house wall hanging pattern will do the trick (or treat) this Halloween. Go to Clotilde for more information.

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Pattern: Haunted house quilt

August 4, 2009 by Scarlett Burroughs

This spooky fun haunted house wall hanging pattern will do the trick (or treat) this Halloween. Go to Clotilde for more information.

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Technorati Tags: haunted house, wall hanging, quilt, Halloween, spooky, applique, witches, ghosts, full moon

Pattern pick: Fussy cut diamonds quilt

August 4, 2009 by Scarlett Burroughs

This quilt pattern from Clotilde online store is so pretty it makes me want to weep. It’s a sophisticated spin on fussy cutting - a technique where you isolate the motif of a piece of fabric and piece around it to showcase it. Go here…

PMC Silver Flowers

August 4, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

Sometimes the most adorable designs are the simplest. This 5 petal flower by LemonAura was found on craftster.org

and has inspired me to get out my silver clay and just have a go.

Tutorial: Therapeutic hot-cold rice bag

August 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

This therapeutic rice bag by Ashley from Make It and Love It can be used either hot or cold, depending on what your injury or ache is calling for. Get the how-to for making one for yourself.

[photo from Make It and…

Tutorial: Using grosgrain ribbon to attach purse handles

August 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Editor’s note: The blog linked to in this post is no longer active.

Christine from Christine Sews shows how you can use grosgrain ribbon to attach handles and other findings to a purse. The grosgrain is durable but also decorative. … Read More...

Tutorial: Using grosgrain ribbon to attach purse handles

August 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Christine from Christine Sews shows how you can use grosgrain ribbon to attach handles and other findings to a purse. The grosgrain is durable but also decorative. Go to the tutorial.

[photo from Christine Sews]

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Sewing Pattern: Raglan-sleeved little girl’s dress

August 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

LiEr from ikat bag continues her blog series on sewing girls’ summer dresses, this time with a tutorial for making a raglan-sleeved dress. Raglan sleeved dresses are my go-to for a quick sew and an easy fit. Go to the … Read More...

Tutorial: Raglan-sleeved little girl’s dress

August 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

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Tutorial: Summer tunic from a pair of pj pants

August 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Luvinthemommyhood shares a tutorial for making a summertime tunic from a pair of drawstring pajama pants. This is such a cool idea!! It’s part of a new series of tutorials geared toward newbie sewers. Go to the tutorial.