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“Urban Craft Uprising – Seattle, WA” plus 31 more

“Urban Craft Uprising – Seattle, WA” plus 31 more


Urban Craft Uprising – Seattle, WA

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 11:05 PM PST

It’s that time again! Urban Craft Uprising is this weekend! Be sure to get there and get in line early, as the famous swag bags go fast. If you’re going to be in the Seattle area, the show will be from 11-5 Saturday and Sunday, Dec 1 and 2 in the Seattle Center Exhibition Hall. The UCU features 40% new …


Vellum Photo Candle Holders

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 05:33 PM PST

Tikkido used photos printed on vellum to create lovely memorial luminaries for deceased relatives. Visit the tutorial to see how to make this lovely project for yourself.…


Tutorial: Ruffled plaid throw pillow

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 03:58 PM PST

Amy from Positively Splendid shows how to make a ruffled plaid throw pillow.  The design is inspired by a similar pillow from West Elm.  I’m loving the way the gathers condense the stripes of the plaid flannel.  It almost has an ombre effect.   Get the how-to.

[photo from Positively Splendid]…


Kiwi Grinch

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 03:02 PM PST

Grinch-1Whatta mean kiwi. But perfect for the Dr. Seuss loving fruit snacker. Make a kiwi Grinch HERE at Another Lunch.…


Free pattern: Vintage inspired ruffle apron top for baby girl

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 03:00 PM PST

Cassandra from Cass Can Sew shares a free pattern and tutorial for making a vintage-inspired apron top for a baby girl.  The curved bottom is trimmed with a ruffle, and the neck and armholes finished off with bias tape. I’m loving the nautical look of the one she made!  The pattern is for a baby age 6-12 months, but you could adjust …


Hanukkah Mantle Ideas

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 01:26 PM PST

Hanukkah Mantle Ideas

You’ll love the different ideas for Hanukkah from Sweet Happy Life. I think the little lit up tree is my favorite! Decorate your mantle this year or just make some fun Hanukkah crafts with your family. Check out the post here – DIY Hanukkah Decorating Ideas and Crafts.

Photo in gallery…


Twilight Tree of Life Painting

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 01:24 PM PST

Twilight Tree of Life Painting

When I saw this post over on Kim’s blog I was in awe. I saw Twilight but haven’t seen the sequels and haven’t really followed the phenomenon, but I love this painting! Kim was inspired by a piece of art from a scene in the movie and recreated it for herself. You have to go see! Check it out at …


Freebie: Seasons Greetings Card

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 01:51 PM PST

Need a quick card this holiday season? Visit Pretty Little Studio and download and print up a batch of these lovely winter scene cards for free.

-Heather…


Project: Felt Snowman Christmas Stocking With Pattern

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 12:37 PM PST

"The zen of making" hosted by Haley Pierson-Cox, a crafty, granny glasses-wearing Brooklyn gal with a giant crush on all things DIY has this dear Christmas stocking that she did for CRAFTzine as staff writer.  There are many ways to DIY your holiday celebration this year, but handmade stockings are one of Haleys’ absolute favorites. When she sees …


Gold Leaf Candle Jars

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 11:06 AM PST

52 Weeks Project made a set of candle jars using gold leaf – an awesome idea to class up a recycling craft project! Tutorial.…


Cookie-Filled Christmas Tree Candy

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 10:39 AM PST

Bright, colorful, yummy, chocolate, easy and filled with cookies. With sprinkles on top. Christmas candy perfection, especially with the clever cookie layer inside. Find the how-tos HERE at Sugar Swings!.…


Frosted Jars for Packaging Goodies

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 10:36 AM PST

I always love a good gift packaging idea that uses jars. Find the how-tos to make these personalized, frosted jars for your holiday treats with–bonus–adorable knit caps made from old sweater sleeves HERE at Ode to Inspiration.…


Gingerbread Men Macarons

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 10:33 AM PST

Gingerbread Man Macarons Group ShotWhy, it’s a veritable army of gingerbread macaron men. Note the Santa. And those in exercise gear. And that rainbow scarf. Find the recipe HERE at Craftstorming.…


Santa Grahams

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 10:32 AM PST

Santa GrahamsI know you still have a month until Christmas, but just in case you find yourself pressed for time in that month, bookmark these easy, dress-up Graham Crackers, Santa cookies. Find the how-tos HERE at Betty Crocker.…


Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 10:24 AM PST

I know, I know, I’ve seen plenty of cupcake ice cream cones, but these particular ones just got me. They look ever so much like mint chocolate chip ice cream, and the insides look just as divine. Find the recipe for Mint Chocolate Chip Ice Cream Cone Cupcakes HERE at Erica’s Sweet Tooth.…


Winner of the $25 gift card giveaway from “Hande made it”

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 09:42 AM PST

Marilize lucky #49 is the winner of the $25 gift card giveaway from "Hande made it"! Congratulations Marilize; I am sure you will have a lovely time picking out your Jewelry.  I will be sending Handi your email address so she can send your email gift card. Thanks again Hande for the wonderful giveaway.…


Double Giveaway of Books, Westcott cutting supplies and Holiday Duck Tape

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 08:32 AM PST

Yes my Craft Gossip Recycled readers (U.S. and Canada)! Get yourself in the running by leaving a comment in today’s post by Midnight EST December 6th, 2012 and you could be the proud new owner of:

A copy of the fabulous new book Crazy-Cool Duct Tape Projects by Marisa Pawelka

1- Purple Cushion Grip Hobby Knife with Assorted Blade Shapes


Tutorial: Rolled fabric rosette keychains

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 07:56 AM PST

These rosette keychains are sooo cute!  Head over to Vixen Made to find out how you can make them from your fabric scraps.  They’d make awesome stocking stuffers, or a small last minute Christmas giftie for a friend.  Get the tutorial at Vixen Made.

[photo from Vixen Made]

[via Pinterest]…


Free pattern: Little girl’s fleece jumper tunic

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 07:30 AM PST

Mira from Sewing the Littleheart Collection shares a free pattern for a little girl’s fleece jumper tunic.  It’s easy to layer over a long sleeved tee and jeans for a little extra warmth.  The pattern is for a size 3/4T, but it would be easy enough to adapt to another size if needed.  Get her pattern and tutorial.

[photo …


DIY: Chocolate M&P Soap

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 07:11 AM PST

Don’t you love it when your two favorite things come together? Chocolate and soap….ahhh. The folks at Facts About Chocolate have pulled together five fun and easy chocolate soap recipes. Get all the goodness here.…


Tutorial: Santa sack party favor bags

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 07:08 AM PST

Wen from What’s Mummy Up To? shows how to make a set of Santa sack party favor bags.  The simple bags are made from red felt with white ribbon trim.  She shows how to use chain piecing to sew up a batch of them quickly.  Go to her tute.

[photo from What's Mummy Up To?]…


Color Blocked Menorah Centerpiece

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 07:03 AM PST

ConfettiPop make this beautiful color blocked candle stick menorah for Hanukkah, which begins December 8 this year. Check out their tutorial.…


Tutorial: Little guy knight tunic

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 06:56 AM PST

Jen from Eat Sleep Make created a little knight tunic for her young son to wear at his medieval knight party, and she shares a tutorial showing how she did it.  It’s made from fleece, so there’s no hemming or finishing neck or armholes.  She used on of his t-shirt to get the right shape, but she made it large …


Tutorial: Retro fabric Christmas light ornaments

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 06:43 AM PST

Erin from Our Family Four shares a tutorial over at Kojo Designs showing how to make a fabric Christmas light ornament.  The colorful oversized bulbs have a wonderfully retro feel, and you can make them out of your scrap fabrics.  Make a bunch to cover your tree or to hang from a garland.  Get the tute.

[photo from Our Family Four …


Tutorial: Girl’s faux fur vest with high-low hem

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 06:35 AM PST

Jessica from Me Sew Crazy guest blogs in the Basic Bodice Design series at iCandy Handmade with a tutorial showing how to use a basic bodice pattern to make a faux fur vest.  She gives it a wide collar and a trendy high-low hem.  It’d be cute for little girls as well as for the harder-to-please tween-aged girls.  Go to


Project: Fireplace Mantle with Stockings Card

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 06:00 AM PST

Jody at Confessions of a Ribbon Addict shows how to make this amazing fireplace with hanging stockings card. Each brick on the fireplace is a tiny rectangle of cardstock and the wood grain stamp makes a perfect mantle!

-Heather…


Tutorial | Advent Calendar Instagram Style

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 05:00 AM PST

Lindsay from the Silhouette Design team used their Advent Calendar kit to create this Instagram take on a countdown calendar. This is a wonderful way to display your Instagram photos from last holiday season (or any time), as well as countdown to December 25th. Click here to see more.…


Gift Ideas for Bakers

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 04:09 AM PST

Stumped on what to get your baking buddy? The Cupcake Project has a great Pinterest board filled with products bakers might like. Find the Peek in the Pantry board HERE.…


Gotta Get A Billie Box!

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 04:09 AM PST

 

I bet you haven’t heard of a Billie Box.  I got to see one in person last week.  It’s awesome!  You gotta get yourself one – or more of them.  The one above has a single ‘port’ or grommet which controls the ball or skein really well if you are sure you aren’t going to change them.

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Tutorial | 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 04:00 AM PST

Learn how to make this 12 Days of Christmas Advent Calendar from Bonnie & Trish at Crafts Unleashed. You can keep it to just 12 days, or make twice as many boxes for the full 24 day calendar. Click here to go to the tutorial.…


Cheerios Christmas Trees

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 03:35 AM PST

Cheerios® Christmas TreesCheeriOs truly are a magical food. Loved by babies and grown-ups, able to be turned into cute-as-can-be Christmas trees… Sure, you have to add a lot of sugar to make trees, but did I mention how cute-as-can-be they are? Make Cheerios Christmas trees HERE at Betty Crocker.…


Christmas Countdown at Papervine

Posted: 29 Nov 2012 03:00 AM PST

Lowri McNabb is holding a Christmas Countdown on her blog Papervine. From November 28th to December 7th she will be showcasing Christmas projects as well as running some giveaways. Click here to see all the posts.…


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