I love speciality rulers for my quilting projects. I’m a bit of a notion nut. If you are, too, check out this Curved Corner Cutter ruler
from Creative Grids.
It never occurred to me that I might need a ruler … Read More...
Quilts 4 Kids Charity Quilts
Wonderful charity stitching Quilts 4 Kids!!!
This is a great source for all their stitching opportunities. They make quilts containing cross stitch squares for kids from infant to age 19 who are suffering from illness .
There are tons … Read More...
Polymer Clay Shines in Belle Armoire
Be sure to check out Belle Armoire’s Jewelry Volume 3, on newsstands now. It features quite a few polymer clay projects like creating faux china pattern jewelry and hammered “metal” lentil beads. These special issues are always full of … Read More...
Essential Oils in Burners and Candles
One of the simplest way to use essential oils in aromatherapy is in an oil burner. Many of them use a tea light candle to burn the oil above them. A few drops in the burner bowl with some water … Read More...
Vintage Book Review- ADVENTURES IN CROCHETING – the third rerun
This ‘Plain Jane’ book is a true gem! The copy I have from my library is bound in orange with white lettering on the spine. This is no indication of the wealth of information that is within the covers. While … Read More...
The Creative Bazaar
The Creative Bazaar is looking for people to donate promotional items for their upcoming events. They will be giving away items in 100 goodie bags to registered attendees of justBe…Connected and at a promo table set up at The Creative … Read More...
The Creative Bazaar
The Creative Bazaar is looking for people to donate promotional items for their upcoming events. They will be giving away items in 100 goodie bags to registered attendees of justBe…Connected and at a promo table set up at The Creative … Read More...
The Jeanne Rose Newsletter
Jeanne Rose, aka The Grande Dame of AromaHerbalism has a free online newsletter titled “Jeanne Rose News ~ Online!”
You can subscribe to the newsletter by visiting HERE. There’s a wealth of information on aromatherapy and herbalism in the … Read More...
September Cross Stitch Expo
I received an e-mail that I thought I would share with all of you. The September Cross Stitch Expo is taking place September 3rd through September 16th, 2007. There are 21 designers represented with an extensive variety of patterns and … Read More...
Japanese Temari
Hello,
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...