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I am excited to get started as the CraftGossip Needlework editor. I looked up the definition of needlework and this is what I found;
Noun; 1. a creation created or assembled by needle and thread, 2. work (such as … Read More...
It’s Not Too Early To Think About Halloween
The Chinese Lantern quilt block is a versatile design element. And it’s darn cute, too. Imagine the possibilities, all decked out in pumpkin fabric.
Why not start planning your Halloween quilting projects with this block? A few blocks would make … Read More...
From Biologist to Craftologist
Recycling artist Emily Kircher creates fabulous rugs and more from salvaged fabric. Take this adorable crocheted cupcake rug ($38), available at her Etsy store: The “cake” was made from brown corduroy dress, the frosting from a thrift store remnant and … Read More...
Tiny Warbler Handmade Plush
Tiny Warbler is a charming Etsy shop run by Vancouver artist Kate, enjoys making things by hand.
By day she is a freelance photographer’s assistant and by night a maker of these soft and whimsical animals. Her hand stitched details … Read More...
Flameless Electric Grubby Candles
I have seen flameless candles but have never seen grubby ones. These candles are highly scented and a silicone bulb sets off the scent.
Rainbow gifts sells a special ribbon grubby candle. For every purchase, ten dollars is donated … Read More...
Urban Craft Uprising: Accepting Applications
Urban Craft Uprising (UCU) is produced by a community of crafters based in Seattle Washington. They are dedicated to growing the crafting community and showcasing the best indie crafts out there. Our annual show (now in its third year) is … Read More...
Crash Course in Color
Follow along on Maggie Maggio’s blog, Smashing Color for a crash course in color mixing. Her blog offers a series of tutorials to teach you the basics of color theory. The more you know about color the better your … Read More...
Speaking of Crayons…Crayon Keepers at Etsy
The Crayon Keeper from LilBDesigns over at Etsy has to be one of my favorite products over on that site (and that’s saying a lot, since I spend a lot of time over there). It’s the absolute perfect sanity-saver for … Read More...
Recycled Crafts Teachers Wanted
San Francisco-based Made from Scrap isn’t set to launch until mid-September, but its website has definitely caught my interest (as well as a desire to live remotely close to San Francisco). The workshop warehouse lists a handful of hands-on class … Read More...
Warm Fuzzies
Betz White has been experimenting with felting and fulling wool for more than 10 years. Her creations include original knitted designs along with recycled wool and cashmere. She combines the ancient technique of felting with today’s cast-away sweaters to create … Read More...
Polymer Clay Canes for Beginners
Everyone has to start somewhere and this project is the perfect place to get your polymer clay feet wet. Whether you have never touched the stuff or run screaming when you hear the word cane, this clever project shows you … Read More...
Interesting Jewelry Supplies
Sharon Unlimited is another great website for unsual jewelry supplies. From their home page  ” At sharonunlimited.com- offering artisan-crafted sterling silver beads, toggle clasps, pendants, and some of the most coveted gemstone beads for jewelry artists online. ”
They … Read More...
Candle and Soap Making Projects
Creativity Portal has some great free projects to share on soap and candle making like this embossed votive holder shade. It ends up looking like stained glass.
If you want to jazz up your candle jar lid, try this… Read More...
Vintage Book Review- ‘BEAUTIFUL CROCHETED SWEATERS’
Thanks to Deb Weston for the cover pic o f this book: Looking for more sweaters to crochet? Check out these sweater Crochet patterns we found on Etsy.
The second book of the four oldies I’ve chosen to review here … Read More...
Help Others With Your Scrapbooking
ScrapPink is a crop being held throughout the US. Part of the proceeds from each crop will go to the Susan G. Komen fund to help find a cure for breast cancer. I think this is a great way to … Read More...
Kooler Gift
Check this out!!!!
Back to school is here!
Remember, no happy dancing in front of the kids.
If you have the itch to stitch, crochet, knit, paint or craft, you have come to the right place. We have hundreds of … Read More...
Altoids Tins (Because You Can’t Get Enough of Them)
I love the fact that there’s an entire category on MAKE magazine’s site that’s dedicated to repurposing Altoids tins. Most of the entries are over-my-head electronics-related, but there are a couple of entries I could actually relate to, including Girl … Read More...
Matahari Spinnery (SALE)
I just purchased some roving from Matahari Spinnery and many rovings are on sale at great prices. They also sell spinning equipment and yarns. Check out this site. The ordering is a tad different, but it is simple enough.
Scrapbooking Corner
Kooler Design Studios
You really can’t be a cross stitcher and not heard of Donna Kooler. If you’ve stitched very long at all, my bet is you’ve done at least one of her designs!!! Be sure to go check out her website. … Read More...