Craft Gossip

Independent craft blog since 2007

Who’s got the button?

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As you have probably guessed by now, I adore buttons! I think they are just one of the most interesting notions that go into sewing.

Ruth from Buttons and Such commented on a post that she too makes buttons. And … Read More...

Beeswax candles with kids

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Beeswax tapered candles are beautiful, they smell sweet and they’re easy to make. Our 12 year olds enjoyed rolling these up and because they’re so sticky you can seal the rolled line together easily.

All we did was cut one … Read More...

DIY Uprising

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Part 2 of CHA thoughts….

I think my first post alluded to the fact that folks are using scrapbooking materials in untraditional ways and well, making them their own. My friend Sarah Moore has a wonderful site called Craft Critique… Read More...

DIY Uprising

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Part 2 of CHA thoughts….

I think my first post alluded to the fact that folks are using scrapbooking materials in untraditional ways and well, making them their own. My friend Sarah Moore has a wonderful site called Craft Critique… Read More...

Winners: Michael Miller bootie contest

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Contest-winning booties by Bridget BaxterCraftzine.com has announced the winners of the Michael Miller Baby Bootie Contest, and they are spectacular. Grand Prize went to Bridget Baxter, who created the amazing little slippers pictured here. To see all the winners and contenders, run on … Read More...

Back from CHA

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I apologize for the delay here but trust me, it was worth it! CHA was full of amazing things and it took 4 days to take it all in. This post is the first of a yet to be determined … Read More...

Back from CHA

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I apologize for the delay here but trust me, it was worth it! CHA was full of amazing things and it took 4 days to take it all in. This post is the first of a yet to be determined … Read More...

Recycled Contest for Kids

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Hey kids — how does $10,000 sound? That’s how much you can win by entering the Design Squad Trash to Treasure Competition, which is challenging kids age 5 to 19 (U.S. only) to recycle, reuse and re-engineer everyday materials into … Read More...

Fun purse anyone?

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Hi Everyone:

This is such a fun purse to create. Heather created this fun purse and very easy step by step instructions.

This would make a great birthday invite or bridal shower invitation.

Best of all a girl night out … Read More...

New Editor

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Are you interested in writing for Craftgossip.com ?

We are looking for an enthusiastic person to devote enough time to write 5 posts a week all about polymer clay. Your posts should be about , projects, trends, products and … Read More...

Etsy find: bstudio

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Ring-bearer pillow by bstudiobstudio on Etsy incorporates silk-ribbon embroidery into greeting cards, framed pieces, and pillows that are elegant and deceptively simple. Her favorite background appears to be dupioni silk, which is the ideal complement to the ribbon embroidery. Wouldn’t this ring-bearer pillow … Read More...

CROCHET CHIC?

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crochet chic book review lark publications 2007
A new crochet book found on the library or bookstore shelf is always welcome! This one proved to be a disappointment. It’s got a catchy title and great photography, but I must say that I did not find one original … Read More...