Craft Gossip

The largest independent craft review site since 2007

Artitude Zine

by

artitude.png
Artitude is a wonderful zine that is packed full of beautiful artwork tips, projects, techniques, artist’s profiles and more! Editor Suzann Simanaitis really puts passion and dedication to this publication. The contributors are all thoughtful and innovative. Past issues include … Read More...

Maki Squarepatch — A Must-See

by

kitty_doll.JPGSisters Enqi and Xin from Singapore opened their online shop Maki Squarepatch less than a year ago and already are seeing success worldwide. No doubt it’s due to their fun, fresh and imaginative line of one-of-a-kind clothing, bags, accessories, cushions, … Read More...

CHARITIES – crocheters are very generous

by

So, I’m interested to know what charities my readers contribute to – crochet-wise. I am familiar with Project Linus, Heartmade Blessings, and others, but I’m always looking for other charities that might benefit from our handiwork.

Please post your favorite … Read More...

Etsy Magic

by

You should run, not walk, over to check out
this sweet little etsy shop! Along with other crafts Cozy Concepts features a huge selection of really diverse graphs. These range from baby patterns to POW patterns.

 il_430xn_11138325.jpg

The graphs seem … Read More...

LuminEssent Candles Recycles and Gives to Charity

by

Recycled Glass CandleBesides the recycled glass votive shown here LuminEssent Candles sells melts, tealights, pillars, jars, and travel tins.

LuminEssent Candles are environmentally-friendly and made from soy wax, which makes them burn longer and cleaner than paraffin.

Specialty Candles:

A portion of … Read More...

Go Make Art

by

gomakeart.jpg
Go-Make-Art.com is a new website where you can get ideas for using art as a tool for self-discovery, self-development and self-expression. On this site you can learn art and craft techniques, find inspiration for your own projects and learn about … Read More...

Chewed Away

by

Great blog!!! Gill from Australia,provides an amusing and literate veiw into her stitching world. I only wish I stitched as fast as this girl!!! And her work is exquisite,I mean heart stopping. Go check her out and don’t forget her … Read More...

Breast Cancer Awareness

by

October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and this post is a little early, however, there is a great kit that will be available late September through Elegant Stitch.  It is called “With All Your Heart” by Blue Ribbon Designs, … Read More...

Bazaar Bizarre San Francisco

by

bb_header.gif

bazbizpeople.png
Bazaar Bizarre began in 2001 in the Boston-area as a hodge-podge of friends and acquaintances cobbling together their handcrafted DIY wares to sell and staging an offbeat entertainment extravaganza. The Bazaars in Boston, Cleveland, Los Angeles and San Francisco happen … Read More...

Bazaar Bizarre San Francisco

by

bb_header.gif

bazbizpeople.png
Bazaar Bizarre began in 2001 in the Boston-area as a hodge-podge of friends and acquaintances cobbling together their handcrafted DIY wares to sell and staging an offbeat entertainment extravaganza. The Bazaars in Boston, Cleveland, Los Angeles and San Francisco happen … Read More...

Doodle Stitching by Aimee Ray

by

This is an excellent, just released book for embroidery fun!  Below is a quoted description from Amazon.com;

“Asian-inspired lampshades embellished with flying fish. Canvas sneakers decorated with pink and white swirls. A pretty pillow adorned with a sleeping bunny, sweetly … Read More...

Friends to Seniors

by

 More charity opportunities. 

Friends to Seniors site matches stitchers to needs from the elderly in their area. According to the literature they are branching out to other areas. There are several different ways to help. Check them out!!!