Welcome to another eerie edition of the Etsy Spotlight Series, your Sunday dose of handmade magic and indie maker love from all of us at CraftGossip.com. Each week, we’re lifting up Etsy creators who deserve a round of applause (and … Read More...
Transforming an Old Fridge into a Cold Smoker
If you’re passionate about smoking your own meats and cheeses, converting an old refrigerator into a cold smoker is a cost-effective and rewarding project. A detailed guide on Dengarden walks you through the process, emphasizing a low-budget approach with minimal … Read More...
6 FREE Fall Pattern Papers to Download
As you begin to create your scrapbook layouts and other paper crafting project for Fall you’ll want to grab this sweet collection of pattern papers. This group of 6 FREE designs features tiny images of colorful Autumn leaves, mushrooms and … Read More...
Book Review: The Dia de Los Muertos Story
Dia de Los Muertos might seem like a fun holiday full of sugar skulls and colorful cut paper banners, but its origins are more serious as a way to honor and remember the dead.
Free Crochet Pattern – Diwali Heart Door Garland
There’s just something magical about stringing up a line of little hearts, isn’t there? Whether you’re getting ready for Diwali, Valentine’s Day, or just want to sprinkle some handmade love around your home, this crochet heart garland is the … Read More...
Unlock the Secrets to a Cozy, Vintage-Inspired Home with This Must-Read
Hey lovely crafters and vintage enthusiasts! If you’re passionate about giving old treasures a new lease on life, then Vintage Living: Creating a Beautiful Home with Treasured Objects from the Past by Bob Richter is a book you’ll adore. Richter, … Read More...
10 Easy Quilt Blocks Every Beginner Can Master in a Weekend
When I started quilting years ago, I thought I had to master complicated patterns before I could call myself a “real quilter.” I’d look at those intricate star designs or beautifully pieced double wedding rings and think, that’s what quilting … Read More...
How to Copic Color a Stamped Fall Fairy Card
This darling fairy is all decked out and ready to welcome Fall! Elaine used stamps from Stampingbella and colored her with Copic Markers, placing her overtop a shimmery peach dry embossed pumpkin and botanical background made with an embossing folder … Read More...
Why Do Knitters Have Beef with Hank Green?
With all that’s going on in the world right now, I am here for a little knitting related controversy, and luckily the universe delivered in the form of a SciShow episode from Hank Green about knitting and physics.
The very … Read More...
Things You Didn’t Know You Could Cross Stitch On
I like using cross stitch in unusual ways. I’ve used it to make magnets and patches, bookmarks (OK, that one isn’t that weird) and I want to add it to clothing directly sometime I just haven’t figured out the right … Read More...
Practice Short Rows with This Colorful Knit Blanket
I feel like there are a lot of things in knitting that seem hard until you do them. Everything from cable knitting to lace to knitting socks just sounds hard and weird until you try it. Once you understand what’s … Read More...
Sunflower Coaster – A Free Crochet Pattern in Two Sizes
There’s something disproportionately joyful about a sunflower on the breakfast table. This little coaster takes about forty minutes from start to finish, uses scrap amounts of cotton yarn, and looks just as good under a morning coffee as it … Read More...
What Can I Use Jamaican Black Castor Oil For?
10 Powerful Benefits + 3 Easy DIY Recipes for Hair, Skin & Scalp Health
I’ll be honest—black castor oil didn’t catch my eye at first. It sat quietly in the corner of the natural beauty aisle while coconut oil … Read More...
Prosperity Spell Bath Bomb: Abundance Ritual for Wealth Witchcraft
In the world of modern witchcraft, spells for money and abundance are among the most beloved and effective practices. Whether you’re manifesting more income, financial stability, or lucky opportunities, this Prosperity Spell Bath Bomb is a bubbly ritual to call … Read More...
Stitchcraft: An Embroidery Book of Simple Stitches and Peculiar Patterns
I stumbled upon Stitch craft at my local library, and let me tell you, I couldn’t put it down. This is not your average embroidery book—it’s a journey into a world of magic, mystery, and creativity that brings embroidery to … Read More...
Fall Family Mini Album Project
As you and your family gather together this Fall you’ll want to document all the fun activates you do in a cute mini album project like this one from Traci. Snap photos together raking and jumping in the leaves, picking … Read More...
DIY Classroom Domino Sets – Cheap, Colorful and Practically Indestructible
If you’ve ever reached for the domino set in your classroom cupboard only to find half the pieces missing, you are not alone. Dominoes are one of those timeless games that teachers love to have on hand, but kids somehow … Read More...
Essential Interfacing Sewing Tips: Master the Art of Structure and Support
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If you’ve ever wondered about using interfacing in your sewing projects but weren’t quite sure how to go about it, the Interfacing Sewing Tips guide from Apple Green Cottage is a must-read. Interfacing is a game-changer when it … Read More...
Knit vs. Crochet: The Ultimate Showdown – Which Craft Reigns Supreme?
It’s the age-old debate in the crafting world—knitting vs. crochet: which is better? Whether you’re new to yarn or have been stitching for decades, you’ve likely heard both sides passionately defended. Some swear by the elegance and sophistication of … Read More...
Diwali Lantern Crafts for Kids
Diwali is known as the Festival of Light, and it’s all about light overcoming darkness, so it makes sense that lanterns would be a big part of the celebration. There are lots of fun ways to make lanterns at home … Read More...