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Monday, October 31, 2011

“Curtain Room Divider” plus 28 more

“Curtain Room Divider” plus 28 more


Curtain Room Divider

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 03:45 AM PDT

Curtain Room DividerMy two boys share a room in the basement. It’s actually a really big room, perfect for a den or man cave, but we needed the room for them. Ideally I’d like to create some separation, but putting in a wall doesn’t make sense for the long term, so when I came across this Curtain Room Divider over at Kataydee…


Bite Sized Scrapbooking is Now Free

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 04:00 AM PDT

The Bite-Sized Scrapbooking subscription service is now free of charge and will run until January 27th 2012. Bite-sized Scrapbooking is a system that breaks down the process of creating a layout into three distinct steps, and guides you to work on one step at a time so you won’t waste time, get side-tracked, or feel overwhelmed.…


Candelabras from Dave’s Bike Art Stuff

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 06:46 PM PDT

Dave recycles bike parts to create his candle holders, mirrors, frames and tables in Halifax.  No two pieces are alike because each one is custom made.

The candelabras are particularly striking because the bike chains create interesting shadows on the wall.

Many also feature spinning trays to make it easier to load the tea lights. This particular piece is called…


Pretty Painted Pumpkins

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 04:07 PM PDT

Pretty Painted PumpkinsWow, I’ve seen a lot of pumpkin designs, adornments and designs, but these are probably the prettiest I have seen. I found these at Alisa Burke’s blog. Watch as she shows you how she created these beautiful designs using Tulip dimensional paint and a toothpick. See the tutorial at alisaburke — pretty painted pumpkins tutorial.


Understanding why a crazy block works

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 04:08 PM PDT

When you look at this crazy block, made by Sharon B from Pin Tangle, can you explain why it works? Gerry Krueger takes a stab at it on her blog block talk. See what she says here.

Many thanks to Sharon from Pin Tangle for pointing out this post.

Image credit: block talk with Gerry


Mrs. Meatloaf quilt

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 03:10 PM PDT

Jan from The Secret Life of Mrs. Meatloaf shared her quilt by the same name in the Bloggers’ Quilt Festival. This is a close-up of the cat, aka Mrs. Meatloaf. I love quilters with a sense of humor who bring this sensibility to their work. Click HERE to read more.

Image credit: The Secret Life of Mrs. Meatloaf


Sock Snowmen

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 12:59 PM PDT

Sock SnowmenSock snowmen have been around for a really long time. But these are probably some of the cutest ones I’ve ever seen. I just want to squeeze them! If you’ve never made one, there’s a great tutorial here — Then she made…: Sock Snowmen.


Cat jumps over the jack-o-lanterns

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 02:47 PM PDT

I’m feeling Halloween theme fatigue however I had to share this embroidery piece by 501 Quilt Blocks. How adorable is the cat jumping over the jack-o-lanterns with the text Boo, Spooks and Spirits. I would love to see this in a patchwork project of some kind. Go to her post to see more.

Image credit: 501 Quilt Blocks


Halloween Goodies from CakeSpy

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 01:28 PM PDT

Even with her book tour underway, CakeSpy is busy making plenty of Halloween treats! Make a Zombie cake HERE, some ghost truffles HERE and some “Boo” meringues HERE at Serious Eats.


Personalized Photo Placemats

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 09:58 AM PDT

Personalized Photo PlacematsSarah sent me this link way back in June and it got lost in my emails. What great timing for me to stumble across it again with Thanksgiving right around the corner! She’ll show you how to make these fun personalized placemats using photos. A great way to add character to your holiday table! Head over to Clover Lane to…


Tutorial: No sew fabric bunting

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 11:39 AM PDT

Sara from Craft Snob shares a fun tutorial for making a colorful fabric bunting, no sewing required.  She uses fusible hem tape to create the fabric pennants and attach them to the string.  Be sure to check out what she uses to heat the hem tape.  I love it when people use alternative craft tools!!  Get the


Free pattern: Delaney Dress for toddler girls

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 11:34 AM PDT

Luvinthemommyhood shares a free pattern and tutorial for making her Delaney Dress for toddler girls.  This is such a sweet little dress!!  It has a simple short sleeved bodice and a gathered skirt, and is trimmed off with contrasting bias tape.  The pattern is sized for toddlers 1-2 years.  Get the free pattern and tutorial.

[photo from Luvinthemommyhood]


Cute Mummy Necklace

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 10:42 AM PDT

I’m so thankful my husband works with wood and that we have thread tape! I can’t wait to wear this on Halloween and have all the kids in the neighborhood be jealous! You can make one too, just in time to make a great addition to your child’s Halloween costume, or something they can wear to school! Head on over…


Spider Paper Craft

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 10:32 AM PDT

This craft is so cute! I love that she used her Martha Stewart Circle Cutting Tool…I got one when I went to the Martha Stewart show for Craft Gossip! Love it!  Your kids will love making these spiders in any size and with any Halloween type paper! Head on over to The Shopping Mama for the how to!


Ghoulish Skull Dollar Store Centerpiece!

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 09:54 AM PDT

This project cost about $6 and everything came from our dollar store "The Dollar Tree"; the skull, worms, blood, rats, tea candles and Crow and I used a glue gun to put on the crow and eyes.  I love to use it at dinner time to add that scary effect.  I had the spider and eyes. This project is…


Pattern: Stripe-y Patchwork Cat

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 09:11 AM PDT

Oldie but goodie, check out this Stripe-y Patchwork Cat created by Michelle at Green Kitchen. Love the colors of this kitty softie. Go here to get the pattern.

Image credit: Green Kitchen


Embroidery Hoop Turkey

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 06:55 AM PDT

Embroidery Hoop TurkeyThis adorable turkey is made from embroidery hoops and would make a great decoration for your Thanksgiving holiday get together. Traveling for the holiday Make this and give it as a hostess gift! Get the how to from Gwenny Penny — Embroidery Hoop Turkey Tutorial.


Christmas Tree – Just for You!

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 08:43 AM PDT

This cute little tree is wheeling along just for you – how fun would it be to stitch it up and use beads or sparkly flosses for the colorful bits?Get the free chart and stitch up a whole forest of Tannenbaums!


Crafters branding unconsumption with a logo

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 08:40 AM PDT

Some crafters are using this logo to brand what they re-purpose. Chappell Ellison wrote an article for the Etsy Blog, read more. Have you heard of this?

Tiffany Threadgould used the logo on this pillow turned art supply kit – found here.

Logo image credit: Unconsumption Tumblr. Here you can download the logo in several forms.


Dr. Who Ornament Inspiration

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 08:39 AM PDT

Which Time Lord is your favorite? Hancock’s House of Happy has come forth with another kewl Dr. Who-inspired cross-stitchery bit o’ goodness.Stitch up a whole flock of these for all your sci-fi geeky friends or just make a bunch for your own tree! They’d also make neat gift tags. Get the free chart.


Patchwork rug from hide

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 07:15 AM PDT

Check out this patchwork rug from Arbol Designs Etsy. Some of the patches are hand-dyed but is it made from fabric as I first assumed? No. It’s hide. Click here to see more photos. Spied this at Get the Look Decor: Pieces of the Past.

Image credit: Arbol Designs Etsy


Tutorial: DIY shower cap

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 07:11 AM PDT

Bridgit from Wag Doll shows how she made a shower cap that’s both functional and cute.  The top layer is a colorful fabric print, while the waterproof liner keeps the moisture out.  The shape is simple – just a circle of fabric gathered up with elastic.  If you don’t know how big to cut the circle, use an existing shower cap as a guide. …


Tutorial: Flutter sleeve t-shirt refashion

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 06:59 AM PDT

Casey from Stellar Mother shows how to give the sleeves a plain tee a cool new look, no sewing required.  She cuts and knots the shoulders to create an open flutter sleeve.   Get the tute to see how it’s done.

[photo from Stellar Mother]


Tutorial: How to use patterns from the Ottobre Design Magazine

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 06:50 AM PDT

Lisa from Crafty Mamas starts a series of posts all about using patterns from the Ottobre Design Magazine.  Pattern magazines like this are rich in design, but in order to pack so many patterns into one magazine they print multiple pieces on one sheet of paper.  This can be visually intimidating to someone unfamiliar with this format.  First…


Tutorial: Fabric labels from pantry supplies

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 06:44 AM PDT

Dolls and Daydreams shows how she makes fabric labels from freezer paper. Making your own sheets to go into you printer will save you money. Get the know-how.

Thanks goes to Totally Tutorials for pointing me to this tutorial.

Image credit: Dolls and Daydreams


Send Me Your Thanksgiving Projects

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 06:30 AM PDT

Halloween is almost over and surprised to see I’m not finding many great stamped Thanksgiving projects out there. Everyone seems to be skipping right into the winter holidays already. So….if you’ve got a great Thanksgiving project tutorial that includes stamping please consider submitting to me here at Craft Gossip. Visit our submit page and be…


Halloween Jack O’ Lantern Cake, Chili and More

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 06:27 AM PDT

Need a little last minute inspiration? Find a roundup of Halloween party food ideas HERE at Parents, including this M and M pumpkin cake and Halloween chili.


Construction Cake

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 05:58 AM PDT

A little break from Halloween… I spotted this too-cool cake on Pinterest. It just looks so do-able and so clever all in one. Find the recipe HERE at Fredellicious, and you must must must click over to see the inside of the cake. Talk about clever.


Ghost Eggs

Posted: 30 Oct 2011 05:55 AM PDT

Hilarious, simple, ghostly. Love this idea to turn hard-boiled eggs into ghosts. Learn how HERE at The Gourmet Mama. via Parents.


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