Crafts, Patterns, DIY and Handmade Ideas from CraftGossip

Cool idea: Inexpensive tie lining

March 5, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Carrie posts a great idea over at Wardrobe Refashion. She wanted to make some neckties, but found that the lining that gives the tie its body was difficult to locate and very expensive. What’s a frugal girl to do? … Read More...

Knit One, Save One, Save The Children

March 5, 2009 by Terrye

Lisa Edelstein, star of the Fox Television hit House, is helping in a campaign geared towards child survival. She is joining in and knitting/crocheting a baby cap and writing letters. This outreach effort is part of the “Knit One, Save … Read More...

Stained Glass Tools of the Trade

March 5, 2009 by lori greenberg

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Find out what you need to do stained glass yourself and then follow the series as it walks you through making a stained glass sun catcher.

Tutorial: Sew a boy’s tie

March 5, 2009 by Anne Weaver

This little tie is the perfect accessorie for your little guy’s Easter get-up. Purl Bee shows how to make one. Get the tutorial.

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Dream Swatch Book

March 5, 2009 by robyn charles

i love this idea for a dream swatch book – this one has the dream fragments typed up, but i love the thought of making one of these to leave by the bedside. you’d just need to attach a pen … Read More...

March is National Craft Month

March 5, 2009 by Terrye

National Craft Month (NCM) is a nationwide consumer awareness program designed to draw attention to crafts and the benefits derived from craft activities. Celebrated each March by consumers and the industry alike, NCM activities and promotions take place nationally and … Read More...

Free Dishcloth Pattern

March 4, 2009 by Terrye

These cool Zinnia washcloths are courtesy of Knit A Little Store.

The free pattern is here: http://knitalittlestore.blogspot.com/2009/03/zinnia-free.html

As you can see, this pattern works with any solid or variagated yarn.

Be sure to check out Susan’s blog for a lot … Read More...

Free Dishcloth Pattern

March 4, 2009 by Terrye

These cool Zinnia washcloths are courtesy of Knit A Little Store.

The free pattern is here: http://knitalittlestore.blogspot.com/2009/03/zinnia-free.html

As you can see, this pattern works with any solid or variagated yarn.

Be sure to check out Susan’s blog for a lot … Read More...

Anna Griffin’s got a new fabric line

March 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Anna Griffin’s new fabric line Fiona has hit the stores. I love the color combinations – rich blues, celery greens, mustardy yellows, pumpkin oranges, and candy pinks. See the fabrics at True Up or from the manufacturer, Baum Textile Mills/Windham … Read More...

Sew a kicky spring purse with this free pattern

March 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

One of the joys of sewing is that I get to make myself a new purse for each season. This spring, my purse will be made with this free pattern. It’s called the Buttercup Bag and it’s so yummy I … Read More...

Wraps Per Inch Explained…..

March 4, 2009 by Terrye

Wraps per inch, or WPI is a way to determine the weights of any yarn.

Simply take a pencil, dowel, or ruler and mark off an inch. Then wrap the yarn around your pencil, dowel or ruler until you get … Read More...

Knotions Online Knitting Magazine. Spring 2009 Issue Is Here!

March 4, 2009 by Terrye

This publicaton is new to me, I didn’t even know about it! But, this morning as I was wandering my way through the inter-webs it found me, so here it is! http://www.knotions.com/

This current issue features patterns, techniques including yarn … Read More...

February Bestseller List at Polka Dot Creations!

March 4, 2009 by Julie Leir-VanSickle

Polka Dot Creations has just released their “Best Seller ” list for the month of February. Click on through here to check ot out, and see what’s hot in the polymer clay world! (And perhaps add a couple of titles … Read More...