Crafts, Patterns, DIY and Handmade Ideas from CraftGossip

Nuked Fudge…So Easy

February 12, 2009 by Meaghan Mountford

Make fudge in your microwave.

Dugshop has made a fantastic Hope on a Rope Barack Obama soap! The soap is a very hefty 10.5 oz and worth every penny because best of all, 33% of profits benefit Habitat for Humanity or the Carter Center. … Read More...

Help the victims of the bush fires in Australia

February 12, 2009 by Francine Clouden

I’m sure you’ve heard by now of the devastating fires in Victoria, Autralia. If you’d like to contribute to the relief fund in some way here are two opportunities to do so.

Buzz and Bloom, an Australian manufacturer, will … Read More...

Sewing Technique: How to Hem tapered pants

February 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Hemming tapered pants may seem daunting, but with a little patience and the right technique, it’s a challenge you can definitely overcome. The method shared by My Secret Pocket offers a clear and simple approach to keeping your hem smooth … Read More...

Valentine’s Day Ideas 9

February 12, 2009 by Francine Clouden

Vivian Masket of the October Afternoon Design Team made this adorable vase for their blog. I can see this or a few of these as a centerpiece for a V-Day party!

[tags]valentine’s day, october afternoon[/tags]

Calendula-comfrey diaper ointment recipe

February 12, 2009 by jessica neaves

Does your little one have a diaper rash? Here’s a great, natural solution from Natural Family Online to ease the irritation.

Calendula-Comfrey Diaper Ointment
1 lb. coconut oil (in the oil aisle; do try to buy the organic kind)
2 … Read More...

New Spin-Off Site

February 12, 2009 by Terrye

Interweave Press announces…. The New Spin-Off Site. Complete with lots and lots of free stuff!

Here’s just one of the free patterns they offer, a free Tea Cosy, made from handspun yarn. Go to www.spinoffmagazine.com and get your free … Read More...

Free Valentine Download

February 12, 2009 by Francine Clouden

Here’s another set of images you can download for your Valentine’s Day Projects. Click over to AIVault to access the download link.

[tags]valentine’s day, freebie, download[/tags]

Pate de Verre Fish and the Process

February 12, 2009 by lori greenberg

Pate de Verre is a technique in glass where crushed and powdered glass is mixed into a paste and then applied to a form, then fused.

This fish is from the A Glass Fanatic blog who tells us that their … Read More...

Sew a stuffed lovebird with this free pattern

February 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Tweet, tweet, need a Valentine’s gift that’s sweet? Try sewing this sweet lovebird stuffie with the free pattern offered by Molly Chicken. He’s quick to make, easy to cuddle, and even sports a pocket where you can stash a sweet … Read More...

My funny Valentine

February 12, 2009 by maggie Lamarre

Hi Everyone:

What a fun card to create for Valentine..

There are so many great ideas for Valentine. on the cuttlebugchallenge blog

Take a look at this one

Created by Tracy Pounds

The details

Have a great day,

Maggie Lamarre

My funny Valentine

February 12, 2009 by maggie Lamarre

Hi Everyone:

What a fun card to create for Valentine..

There are so many great ideas for Valentine. on the cuttlebugchallenge blog

Take a look at this one

Created by Tracy Pounds

The details

Have a great day,

Maggie Lamarre

So Long, Farewell Craftzine!

February 11, 2009 by Minnie

Aw, man… Craftzine is no longer going to be printed. I’m so sad! There’s something about getting a fun magazine in the mail that you just can’t get from looking at stuff on the internet.