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

Valentine’s Heart Math

February 13, 2009 by beth

Valentine’s Day is the perfect time to add some fun and engaging math activities to the learning day, and this conversation hearts graph activity from Blissful Kids is a great way to do it. Not only is this activity a … Read More...

Free Sewing pattern: Halloween Monster bat softie

February 13, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Friday the 13th need not be unlucky. Take this monster stuffie, for example. Try as he might, this little guy can’t help but be cute. Get the free pattern from Elizabeth, You Were Born to Play that Part and make … Read More...

Pig Themed Party Food – Piggy Bites

February 13, 2009 by Meaghan Mountford

Make piggy bread bites.

Free patterns – lots of ’em!

February 13, 2009 by Denise Felton

This week, we’ve gathered the greatest hand-embroidery patterns for you to try! We offer something for everyone, whether you’re a novice or an expert. Our free patterns range from simple cross-stitch designs to more complicated flower and animal motifs. With … Read More...

Not Your Average Chihuly Sculpture

February 13, 2009 by lori greenberg

Not that any Chihuly installation is average, but I bet if I wouldn’t have told you, you wouldn’t have realized this piece was his. We’re used to seeing the long, blown, curling forms or the vivid blown glass orbs and … Read More...

Knitting Bird Pendant Giveaway

February 13, 2009 by Shellie Wilson

Jesse Janes creates fabulous, colorful pendants on Scrabble Tiles. The brightly colored designs reflect the beauty and unique quality of Jesse Janes owner, J. Foster.

These pendants are a small sampling of the over 200 designs that is offered by … Read More...

Valentine’s Day Ideas 10

February 13, 2009 by Francine Clouden

Here is a quick card I whipped up using my scrapbooking supplies. You still have time to get this made! Full instructions are posted on my tutorial blog

[tags]valentine’s day, stamping, card[/tags]

DOILY Crochet BEAUTIES

February 13, 2009 by jd wolfe

This picture does NOT do justice to the outstanding doilies in the book “Stellar Beauties” by Julie Haberberger. If you’re a fan of Terry Kimbrough, you’ll like these afghans. They are stunning, densely crocheted, with fine detail. For someone wanting … Read More...

Nuked Fudge…So Easy

February 12, 2009 by Meaghan Mountford

Make fudge in your microwave.

Hope on a rope

February 12, 2009 by jessica neaves

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...