Everything’s coming up pink this summer, and if you’re a Barbie girl or guy you might want to stitch up some fun Barbie cross stitch patterns to celebrate.
Did you know Barbie was first released on March 9, 1959, and … Read More...
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11 Under the Sea Handmade Card Ideas
This captivating showcase immerses you in a world of maritime inspiration, where the wonders of the ocean come to life through the art of card making.
CraftGossip invites you to explore a collection that transcends traditional card designs, transporting … Read More...
Celebrating Coloring Book Day with Printable Coloring Pages
August 2 is National Coloring Book Day in the United States, and while every day is a good day to color, this is a great time to break out the crayons, colored pencils and printable coloring pages (especially since it’s … Read More...
Knitting Patterns for Mushrooms
I recently crocheted a mushroom for my daughter because I came across a pattern I thought was cute and why not? (You can see the finished product on Instagram.)
But I knew there had to be a lot of … Read More...
Fun Mosaic Patterns to Knit
I’ve written nearly 3,500 posts for this site over the years (thank you for being here!) so a lot of times when I have an idea for a post I have to go back and see if I’ve done it … Read More...
15 Scrap Fabric Items You Can Make For Your Home
If you have a stash of scrap fabric lying around in your house, it’s time to put them to good use. Instead of throwing them away or letting them gather dust, why not repurpose them into functional and decorative items … Read More...
10 Mosaic Crochet Patterns – Blankets
Crocheted blankets make for the perfect handmade gift, as they are both functional and heartfelt. And if you’re looking for a unique twist on the classic crochet blanket, mosaic crochet is a great option to consider.
Mosaic crochet is a … Read More...
Printable Insect Activities for Kids
It might be too hot and buggy where you live to go outside and observe real insects, but these printable insect activities are lots of fun for those kids who are really into bugs.
This little printable insect book from … Read More...
14 Scrapbooking Traveler’s Notebooks and Page Ideas
This amazing camp themed Traveler’s Notebook has pages made from pattern paper, pom-pom trim edges, and a beautifully decorated cover, all tied closed with ribbon. Visit the Simple Stories blog to see all the inside pages created by Cheryl.
A … Read More...
Knitting Patterns to Use Your Leftover Super Bulky Yarn
Whether you have random single skeins of yarn or leftovers from other projects, it can sometimes be hard to figure out what to do with small amounts of yarn. If you’re looking to use up your stash of super bulky … Read More...
Easy Summer Crafts for Kids to Make
In my house we have always relied on craft projects to get us through the summer (or any other time, let’s be honest). My daughter is 13 now and the projects have changed from making rainbow loom bracelets and perler … Read More...
12 Handmade Card Ideas Featuring Cats and Dogs
CraftGossip invites you to explore a variety of card-making techniques that capture the essence of our four-legged friends. From playful kittens to loyal dogs, each handmade card is a testament to the artistry and imagination of the creators. Whether you … Read More...
Sweet Sun Hat Knitting Patterns
I don’t really like wearing hats, but my husband wears his sun hat all the time, even when we’re just going on a quick walk around the neighborhood. I know I should wear one, too, but maybe I just need … Read More...
Hot Dog Cross Stitch Patterns
July 19 is apparently National Hot Dog Day (though it seems like it should be July 4th, what do I know?) but stitching up some hot dog cross stitch patterns is a great thing to do any time during the … Read More...
15 Pencil Pouches You Can Sew for Back to School
It’s almost back-to-school time and you know what that means – shopping for school supplies! Such a fun time of the year! Even if you no longer have kids in school or are not going to school yourself, it’s hard … Read More...
Activities for Learning about the Ocean
Learning about the ocean is always fun, but it’s a nice thing to do in the summer, especially if you have any vacations to the beach planned. But even if you don’t, these ocean animal activities are lots of fun … Read More...
Easy Musical Instruments for Kids to Make
Making your own musical instruments is a lot of fun and something that some kids will do on their own without prompting. But these ideas for musical instruments that kids can make will inspire you and them to make music … Read More...
12 Travel Scrapbook Layout Ideas
This fun double page spread has lots of tags which are such fun and easy embellishments for travel layouts. I love the coordinating ink colors around each tag! Visit the Close to My Heart blog for this and several more … Read More...
Book-Themed Bookmark Cross Stitch Patterns
I know I’ve shared a lot of bookmark cross stitch patterns before. I love them because they’re small and usually pretty easy projects that are useful, too. They’re great for beginners and make great gifts for book lovers along with … Read More...
10 Christmas in July Handmade Card Ideas
This stunning Christmas card combines dies and foiling in gold with pops of red in the poinsettias with tiny white pearls for berries. Visit Yana Smaukla’s blog to check out her new line from Spellbinders.
Are you someone who has … Read More...