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Yarn market have turned knitting into creative footwear with these fun flip flops.
The pattern is free and uses Splash wool from crystal palace.
It has been assigned an “easy” level making it a fun project for newbies, especially teens … Read More...
The Bead & Button Show — the world’s largest consumer bead show — returns to Milwaukee’s Midwest Airlines Center June 1-8, 2008. Attendees can register for any of the Show’s 500 classes and workshops available for all skill levels June … Read More...
Here is a cute idea for an unusual holiday gift, which will be here before we can throw the Pumpkins into the trash. Her web blog Wool Pets will tell and show you all about Laurie Sharp and her felting. … Read More...
If you’re in the Boise area, be sure to catch the first-ever Second Chance Recyclable Art Show, an exhibition and auction of art created from recycled materials, scheduled to take place in downtown Boise’s Linen District September 22-29.
A grand … Read More...
Ok, so I first thought who doesn’t know how to use a needle threader and what’s the point of this article?
but then I realized my husband didn’t even know what it was let alone what it did.
Debbie Colgrove … Read More...
I’m not sure how to describe the charts here, other than to say, you REALLY have to see them to believe them. I will say that once you stitch a HAED pattern you will probably never stitch anything else … Read More...
September 15th-22nd 2007
Scrapbook stores in Middle Tennessee and Kentucky will host a Scrapbook Store Shop Hop.
what’s a Shop hop I here you say ?? It’s like a progressive dinner, where you shop and hop around a variety … Read More...
Here’s a fun cheerful project from Crafter’s Touch. All you need is a candle, acrylic paint, paint brush and dish detergent. Apparently the dish detergent helps the paint stick to the candle better. You can also buy paint specially made … Read More...
Joan Hawleyis the Quilting Editor here at CraftGossip.com. But long before I knew her from here, I knew her from her adorable, easy and SEW functional sewing patterns. I took a class from my local quilt shop back in … Read More...
History of samplers and embroidery stitches used long ago have always been an interest to any needleworker. A Maryland Sampling: Girlhood Embroidery, 1738 – 1860 by Gloria Seaman Allen should definitely be of interest. It is scheduled for release October … Read More...
Christopher L. Smith created Refreshing Aromatics over 3 years ago but plans to further his company were put on hold as he was deployed to Iraq. Being a big supporter of our troops whether they’re deployed overseas or back here … Read More...
Craft Zine is on the cutting edge of technology! A while ago they started delivering free patterns over iTunes. This week’s pattern is my favorite to date! Pictured here is the adorable plush mouse pattern by the talented Theresa … Read More...
Writing this Felting column has allowed me to discover and visit with, via the net, many of the fascinating felt artists from around the world. Lori is one of these artists. Her work is a treat to the eye … Read More...
Laptop sleeves abound, but do you really want to pay the high prices for such a small piece of material? I found this detailed laptop-sleeve tutorial linked from Craft magazine’s e-newsletter. Lined with sweatshirt material, creator Sam made the sleeve … Read More...
If you belong to one of those gyms that make you take your own yoga mat, or if you take your own yoga mat to the gym to avoid laying face down in someone else’s sweat then this is the… Read More...
Close to my heart is celebrating september with Stamping Month
and are giving away 15,000 My Acrylix Stamp kits to the first 15,000
to enter their online competition to win a grand prize worth $1000
Make sure you visit their … Read More...
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...
How adorable are these bunny’s? They are actually Signature bunny’s that have been dressed up into cute little outfits.
You can get the free pattern from Craftbits.com
You will need:
Stuffing for filling
Calico
Large 2 inch pom pom
Embroidery … Read More...
Sisters 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...
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...
