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

Gorgeous Fused Glass Pendants

January 4, 2009 by lori greenberg

Lynette over at the My Journey in Glass blog titled her post “A Slow Start” but if you take a look, I think you might agree with me that she’s off to a great start. Her pendants are so crisp … Read More...

The Winner of the book giveaway, Knit to Be Square: Domino Designs to Knit and Felt

January 4, 2009 by Linda Lanese

Via a random number generator, Edina from: Del Mar/San Diego, ca is the winner of “Knit to Be Square: Domino Designs to Knit and Felt” from Interweave Press. Interweave Press is a fascinating site to visit and see … Read More...

Grafting With Ms. Kitchener

January 4, 2009 by Terrye

I know, I know, you don’t like to sew it together. That’s why you have a whole basket full of UFO’s. Like mine, they’re all just waiting for you to put down the pointy sticks and pick up a sewing … Read More...

Friendship Valentine cards!

January 4, 2009 by maggie Lamarre

Hi Everyone:

Continuing on our Valentine post. Remember yesterday I told you guy’s we exchange cards in my family.

We also exchange cards among friends as well.

Here’s a Valentine card I made for my friend..Creating a friendship card for … Read More...

Christmas Advent Calendar Sew-Along

January 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Yes, you read correctly. Christmas 08 is hardly out the door, and we’re already talking about sewing for Christmas 09. Specifically, CraftApple is announcing an Advent calendar sew-along for Christmas 09. Every year, I say I’m going to make … Read More...

Needle felting supplies (GOOD DEAL)

January 3, 2009 by Linda Lanese

I posted the Gourmet felted, needle felting contest, yesterday urging everyone to participate and send pictures of their needle felting. Now is the time to stock up on supplies and if you are new to needle felting they have … Read More...

Stashbustin’

January 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Does your fabric stash overflow? Is it taking over your closet, your room, your HOUSE? Then it may be time for some stashbusting. The new year is an excellent time to think about organizing, cleaning out, and using up your … Read More...

To Pattern or Not – That is the Question.

January 3, 2009 by jd wolfe

(THIS IS A PICTURE OF A BOOK I DO NOT OWN AND DON’T KNOW WHERE TO BUY!!)

So you always use a pattern and follow it to create your crochet masterpieces? I must say that I find patterns to be … Read More...

Make Your Own Spinning Wheel!

January 3, 2009 by Terrye

Getting started on any new hobby can be expensive, and spinning is no different. Do I want a wheel or a drop spindle to start with? What fiber should I use. How much processing do I want to do myself?… Read More...

Sew a toddler smock in 30 minutes with this free pattern

January 2, 2009 by Anne Weaver

My House Boutique has a free pattern to make this cute little smock for your even cuter little one. She claims it can be made in 30 minutes, and judging from the simple construction I believe her. My little one … Read More...

NEEDLE FELTING CONTEST- NEW YEAR CONTEST!! Held by Gourmet Felted

January 2, 2009 by Linda Lanese

The Gourmet felted, designs by Gerry, is holding a needle felting contest and it looks like it will be a fun idea. The rules: Send your entries. Anything can be entered that is needle felted. You can enter … Read More...

Polymer Clay Safety – reassuring words from the Doc!

January 2, 2009 by Julie Leir-VanSickle

Doc Sarah is the self-described “Guild Cheerleader and Web Tinkerer” for the PAPCG (Philadelphia Area Polymer Clay Guild) and as her username indicates, a medical doctor. Recently, in a discussion about the safety of polymer clay, and concerns over the … Read More...

Polymer Clay Safety – reassuring words from the Doc!

January 2, 2009 by Julie Leir-VanSickle

Control your car clutter with this seatback organizer!

January 2, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Get a handle on all the mess in the back of your car with these handy car organizers. Even if you’re not a neat freak at heart, you can look like you are with these babies tied to the backs … Read More...

Wishing You Good Fortune…With Cupcakes

January 2, 2009 by Meaghan Mountford

Make Good Fortune cupcakes.

Interweave’s Harmony Guides and a Question…..

January 2, 2009 by Terrye

First, the question. I’m a sucker for punishment. Yes, that I am. This year I will endeavor to knit something for all of my grandchildren for their birthdays(currently there are 7).
The first is in March, a boy, will be … Read More...

Social networks – good for buyers, good for sellers

January 2, 2009 by Minnie

What are your favorite online social networking tools for your crafty business or for finding crafts?

I think the craft selling sites themselves count as social networking sites but aside from them twitter is the one that comes to my … Read More...

More Inspiration for Project 365

January 2, 2009 by Francine Clouden

There’s nothing like seeing the end result of a major project like taking a photo every day, to motivate you to take the leap. My amazing friend and Hall of Fame Scrapbooker Paula Gilarde stuck with Project 365 in 2008 … Read More...