Crafts, Patterns, DIY and Handmade Ideas from CraftGossip

Simple Scrapbooks to Cease Publication

January 16, 2009 by Francine Clouden

It’s not an exaggeration to say that it is a sad day for scrapbookers everywhere. Yesterday CK Media announced that Simple Scrapbooks will cease publication after its May/June 2009 publication. Citing the economic downturn Lin Sorensen, VP and Editorial Manager … Read More...

Tutorial: Make a taggie football

January 15, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Boys are so often left out of the crafting world. We make purses, and dresses, and litttle frilly things for our little girls, but it’s a bit more difficult when it comes to the little boys. That’s why this taggie … Read More...

Charming giveaway

January 15, 2009 by Denise Felton

Bee Square Blog is giving away a charm pack of adorable Japanese fabrics. See the rules. A winner will be chosen at random on January 19.

Submit products for review to craftgossip.com.

January 15, 2009 by lori greenberg

Did you know that you can submit your products for review by Craft Gossip editors? Just send us a sample, let us try it out and we’ll blog it here for you. Here is the link for the details on … Read More...

Glass Alien Bead

January 15, 2009 by lori greenberg

I’m blogging from Sedona, Arizona, the UFO capital of the world. Well, I don’t know if that’s true but it does have a reputation for being one of those places that attract similar stories and experiences. How fitting then, … Read More...

Heart shaped bath bombs

January 15, 2009 by jessica neaves

This fun tutorial is for heart shaped bath bombs that include a hidden love note inside the bomb! Follow the directions to make these with or without the love token inside. For packaging, try a cellophane or ziplock bag for … Read More...

How to Make Crazy Quilt inchies

January 15, 2009 by Denise Felton

Lisa of Ivory Blush Roses blog created a delicious bit of crazy quilting and then (talk about crazy!) cut it up! As she embellishes the 1″ x 1″ pieces and finishes their edges with blanket stitch, she’s winding up with … Read More...

Tinkering Ink moves to Creativity Inc

January 15, 2009 by Francine Clouden

Some breaking news from Tinkering Ink direct from their blog

Recently we have decided to combine the ability of our Ink with a new Inc. “Creativity Inc.” that is. By merging Kezia’s talents with the long standing success and resources

Cutesy but not cutesy, Monster Felter

January 15, 2009 by Linda Lanese

What a creative imagination this young lady has according to what I have seen on Flickr and in her ETSY Shop. She has some of the most adorable soft sculptures and amazingly delightful monsters. She is advertising and … Read More...

Jillibean Soup Winner

January 15, 2009 by Francine Clouden

And the winner is Tammy!!!

Tammy

I love the Jillibean Soup name! And their products look great! I love anything Kraft coloured!
Beautiful projects!

From Jillibean Soup Giveaway, 2009/01/11 at 6:31 PM

Please send your mailing address to [email protected] and … Read More...

CHA Sneak Peek – Bella Blvd

January 15, 2009 by Francine Clouden

Two new lines from a relatively new company

Check the Bella Blvd Blog for projects coming soon!

I Now Pronounce You….. Yarn and Yarn… or How To Join Yarns

January 15, 2009 by Terrye

We’ve all done it. Don’t even try to deny it. Happily knitting along and

WHAM!! Yarn! Gone!

What to do, what to do. Well, in keeping with the Valentine’s theme this week, we’re going to learn how to marry yarns … Read More...

ROMANIAN POINT LACE

January 15, 2009 by jd wolfe

Little did I know when I found this lovely book at the library that one could not buy one for less than $185!!

The list price inside the cover is $26.95. It was published in 2003 by BTBatsford Publishing (UK) … Read More...

Tutorial: Make this pincusion from a tuna can

January 14, 2009 by Anne Weaver

This darling pincushion was made using a small empty can as a base. Laupre shows you how you can make one for yourself in her Tun Can Pincusion Tutorial. You’re not limited to tuna cans, though. Cat food cans … Read More...