It truly is the best when you can use all parts of something including the packaging. Using the peal of an orange is not new but using it to make a Valentine decoration I think is…at least to me. Pop … Read More...
Ultimate Illustrated Guide to Sewing Clothes
Joi Mahon’s “Complete Course on Making Clothing for Fit and Fashion” is a treasure trove for anyone eager to transform fabric into fashion. Boasting a stellar 4.6-star rating from 359 enthusiasts, this paperback is a comprehensive guide that … Read More...
Book Review – Jelly Roll Quilts for All Seasons
Make Jelly Roll quilts for every season! This collection, with designs by Scott A. Flanagan, features 12 quilt patterns—one for every month of the year. Specifically designed for Jelly Rolls, these quilts boast festive designs and seasonal colors, making it … Read More...
Butterfly Tank Top – Free Crochet Pattern
Looking to add a stylish and versatile crochet piece to your summer wardrobe? The Butterfly Tank Top pattern might be just what you need. This crochet top, created using medium weight yarn and tagged as “easy” in terms of skill … Read More...
3 FREE Layered Valentine’s Day Cards SVG Cut Files
Wow, check out how pretty, lacy and intricate these three Valentine’s Day cards are! Using SVG die cut files and an electronic die cutting machine you can create these layered cards, each design has three different layers to create two … Read More...
Mardi Gras Activities for Kids
Mardi Gras isn’t a holiday that’s necessarily celebrated by a lot of kids, but it’s still fun to bring into the classroom if for no other reason than to bring some color in the middle of winter (beads, masks and … Read More...
Knitting Patterns that are Full of Heart
I’ve been writing here at Craft Gossip for a long time (something like 16 years!) and probably every year I’ve done at least one post related to Valentine’s Day knitting patterns. But every year it seems like there’s more to … Read More...
Online Marketing for Crochet Businesses: Social Media Strategies
In today’s digital age, social media has become an indispensable tool for businesses to connect with their target audience, showcase their products, and build a strong online presence. For crochet businesses, leveraging the power of social media platforms like Instagram, … Read More...
12 Valentine’s Day Scrapbook Layout Ideas
This beautiful layout starts with a large heart made up of torn pattern paper, sentiment strips and the photo, it’s also been chain stitched around the edges. A wreath of flowers, butterflies and hearts flutter around the outside. Learn more … Read More...
9 Ways to DIY a Valentine’s Day Shirt or Sweater
Valentine’s Day is coming soon! And while you can probably find some cute shirts in the stores to buy, you can DIY your own shirt or sweater and get something you love even more. We’ve rounded up 9 women’s sweaters … Read More...
Year of the Dragon Cross Stitch Patterns
The coming new year is the year of the dragon in Chinese astrology, so let’s celebrate with some year of the dragon cross stitch patterns.
The green dragon cross stitch pattern from Creative House Pattern (via Etsy) also features the … Read More...
Another Bit of Comfort Knitting
I feel like a lot of the posts I’ve been writing lately have been for relatively easy, kind of meditative, knit it while you’re watching TV or when your brain is tired but you need to do something with you … Read More...
Pom pom plus peanut make me smile and will do the same for you!
Could these be any cuter? Peanuts are basically the same shape but pop a pompom on it and and some paint and they magically get personality and movement. I love especially the side-eye that some have. Pop on over to … Read More...
DIY Money Saving Bathroom And Kitchen Cleaners
Cleaning your bathroom and Kitchen is an essential task that we all have to do, but the harsh chemicals found in many commercial cleaning products can be harmful to both your family and the environment. Fortunately, you can easily make … Read More...
12 Interactive DIY Valentine’s Day Card Ideas
This card is so pretty in peach with a dry embossed textured background, golf foiled sentiment and interactive shaker element. Take a closer look on the Honey Bee Stamps blog.
It’s time to create handmade cards that let the people … Read More...
Valentine’s Day STEM Activities
Every holiday gives us an opportunity for new twists on STEM activities, and Valentine’s Day is no exception. Whether you want to use candy in your experiments or use other materials, this roundup should get you thinking about fun STEM … Read More...
Add Easy Texture to Your Hat
I am not really a person who wears hats, but there’s something about the depths of January that makes me want to knit hats. They’re great fast projects and actually are really helpful to keep you warm (I’ve lately taken … Read More...
24 New Easy To Make Mug Cake Recipes
I’m so excited to share with you this delicious roundup of 24 new mug cake recipes that are perfect for when you’re craving something sweet and want it now! I know we’ve all been there, where we just want a … Read More...
Could This Be the Perfect Hat Knitting Pattern?
It takes a certain something to declare that a particular pattern is perfect. I’ve made things that I thought were perfect for me, but I wouldn’t call them perfect necessarily because different people have different wants and needs and ideas … Read More...
Book Review- Head to Toe Crochet
I recently stumbled upon “Head to Toe Crochet” by Gurinder Kaur Hatchard
, and I couldn’t help but fall in love with this charming crochet book. If you’re a crochet enthusiast and have a soft spot for crafting cute … Read More...