Crafts, Patterns, DIY and Handmade Ideas from CraftGossip

Stained Glass Ornaments

November 26, 2008 by lori greenberg

I love the idea of stained glass ornaments for the Christmas tree. The beauty of stained glass is that the sun shines through it and lights it up in magical ways. What about in front of the sparkling lights … Read More...

Monogrammed Notecards

November 26, 2008 by robyn charles

I’ve been looking for some great gifts for all the women in my life, but also don’t want to spend hundreds over the holidays. One Bag Nation is participating in a Holidays By Hand blog ring, and this post… Read More...

Photo Books – a great gift idea

November 26, 2008 by Francine Clouden

With many people owning digital cameras, our hard drives are overflowing with all the photos that we take. The chance that we will get all those photos into a traditional scrapnook album is slim, so why not take advantage of … Read More...

Bon Voyage Candi Hello New Editor

November 25, 2008 by Shellie Wilson

Candi has decided to set sail, Literally! and is off to become a pirate.. ok she is off to work on a cruise ship.

So we need a new sewing editor who is dedicated and devoted to being and Editor.… Read More...

Glass Gift for the Candle Lovers in Your Life

November 25, 2008 by lori greenberg

I’ve made the commitment to buy handmade again this year and I thought I’d pass on to you some of the great gift ideas that I come across on line.

Most of you probably know someone who is a candle … Read More...

Blanket Statement

November 25, 2008 by robyn charles

I obviously LOVE the idea of recycling as much as possible in my craft time (don’t let my buying of new yarn recently fool you). And so when I heard that Vicki Haninger has self-published a book on the very … Read More...

Thanksgiving Pilgrims and Indians Costume Patterns

November 25, 2008 by candi canncel

Why not get in costume this Thanksgiving?

Simplicity Patterns #3723 is a perfect Pilgrim costume.

McCall’s also has a woman’s and girl’s Pilgrim Costume.

Simplicity offers a pattern for Men’s and Women’s Native American garb.

Here is a great… Read More...

Great idea: Christmas Recipe bag

November 25, 2008 by Denise Felton

Julia Ribbonwiz of Julia’s Place blog put together this lovely gift bag for a swap. But I think her idea would work for anyone on your holiday list who enjoys cooking. Into her embroidered bag she’s putting the ingredients for … Read More...

How do YOU kill a Twinkie?

November 25, 2008 by Meaghan Mountford

A fun look at Cakespy's attempts at Twinkicide.

Don’t be a turkey

November 25, 2008 by Francine Clouden

With Thanksgiving Day fast approaching in the US, you might be looking for some last minute ideas for paper crafts or home decor. Here are a few links that might help

Give Thanks Turkey

Video: Paper Piece a Turkey

Turkey … Read More...

Celebrating with a thankful heart!

November 25, 2008 by maggie Lamarre

Hi Everyone:

I am thankful for you coming to this blog and making us a success.

As a thank you I created this card to celebrate YOU! for coming to this blog.

This Thanksgiving, I want to wish you all … Read More...

Sweet Turkeys

November 24, 2008 by Meaghan Mountford

Perhaps Tom would prefer you nibble on these turkey desserts rather than the real thing! Here are some ideas and links to how-tos for cupcakes, cakes, and more to celebrate turkey day.

The first is the most complicated of the … Read More...

Thanksgiving soap molds

November 24, 2008 by jessica neaves

In honor of the the upcoming Thanksgiving holiday … Use these turkey or pumpkin molds to make easy melt and pour gifts for friends and family whom you celebrate with!

The molds are available at Milky Way Molds.

The perfect gift for that someone that has everything.

November 24, 2008 by lori greenberg

Do you have someone in your life that seems to have everything, and every year you rack your brain trying to figure out what to get them for the holidays? Fret no more. I have your answer:

Glass Slugs

You’re … Read More...

Needle felted Turkey

November 24, 2008 by Linda Lanese

I found this adorable needle felting turkey in Karen Krafts ETSY shop!

Karen Chmielewski, is the artist behind KarenKrafts. She have been needle-felting since 1999 when her grandmother taught her what she had learned in a class; She fell in … Read More...

Thanksgiving Turkey Applique

November 24, 2008 by candi canncel

What says Thanksgiving better than a Turkey? Here is a great Applique Pattern for wall hanging, quilt or even fabulous for Holiday cards. This Thanksgiving, why not make a cute Holiday heirloom to be cherished for years to come!