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Monday, November 21, 2011

“Button Snowmen” plus 32 more

“Button Snowmen” plus 32 more


Button Snowmen

Posted: 21 Nov 2011 03:45 AM PST

Button SnowmenSimple yet adorable, these little button snowmen make great ornaments or gift toppers. They would also make a wonderful holiday card embellishment. Check them out at Urban Paisley — Button Snowmen.


Off The Page Idea | Give Thanks Box

Posted: 21 Nov 2011 04:00 AM PST

Mary Ann Jenkins shares this Give Thanks box that she created to hold her Thanksgiving memories from this year. Once Thanksgiving is over she will add photos and have a treasured keepsake. Click here to see more.


December Side Plate by Ink Dish

Posted: 21 Nov 2011 03:38 AM PST

Alyson Fox has a line of cute dishes over at seltzerstudios.com. You can learn more about her work here at alysonfox.com and here at A Small Collection.

via December Side Plate by Ink Dish – Seltzer Studios – online boutique for unique home decor, gifts and accessories.


Inspiration du Jour | A Day at the Seaside

Posted: 21 Nov 2011 03:00 AM PST

Rounding Up Sunday

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 07:44 PM PST

  • Don’t forget! Take the survey on Polymer Clay Daily (if it’s still up by the time this posts) Speak up about how you think polymer clay should go with the manufacturers
  • The Etsy Russian Team has a giveaway for a pretty ring made with a polymer clay ranunculus
  • Iris has a video on her Polymeri


The winner of The Colette Sewing Handbook is….

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 07:42 PM PST

Our giveaway for The Colette Sewing Handbook ended Thursday of last week, but I’ve been out of town until this evening and hadn’t had a chance yet to announce the winner.   But now that I’m back, I’m happy to announce that the winner is…

Commenter # 107, Siobhan, who said:

I love to sew, but I'm quite new


Christmas Candle Cover Tutorial

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 05:57 PM PST

Bonnie from Crafting a Green World took some tacky Christmas candles with bulbs and transformed them by giving them a festive cover.

She created the floral pattern by painting toilet paper rolls cut into ½ pieces and hot glued them together. To put your own spin on this candle cover, a star or a heart pattern would work.

For the…


French Provincial Rooster

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 04:09 PM PST

French Provincial RoosterThis great looking piece of art would cost a fortune in high end shops, but you can make one yourself by following Walter’s tutorial over at Mod Podge Rocks. Head over now to get the how to on this awesome rooster! — French provincial wall relief.


Glowing Holiday Hurricanes

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 01:00 PM PST

Glowing Holiday HurricanesThese simple yet beautiful hurricanes are the perfect addition to your holiday fireplace mantel. Nothing says holiday warmth like the glow of white Christmas lights! Get the how to at Real Simple — Glowing Holiday Hurricanes.


Tutorial: Girl’s Party Dress with petticoat skirt

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 01:59 PM PST

Ashley from Lil Blue Boo shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make this girl’s party dress that is all kinds of awesomeness.  She started with  her Twirl Skirt pattern, and adding a tank top and altering the skirt to create the petticoat layering at the bottom.  Get the tutorial.

[photo from Lil Blue Boo]


Stitch your fingertips

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 11:08 AM PST

When the weather is frigid, must you risk frost bite to use your smart phone? Not any more. Becky Stern of Sternlab says, “Use a bit of conductive thread to make your gloves work with your touch screen phone.” Go to Becky’s post for the links to the details.


How to Transfer Graphics

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 10:00 AM PST

How to Transfer GraphicsRed Hen Home shows you how to take graphics and transfer them to your crafting surface. Head over to Red Hen Home for the how to — Transparency Transfers.


Frank A. Edmunds Graph Gripper

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 10:23 AM PST

Looking for a great gadget to gift to a stitcher (or yourself)? The is a handy little tool for holding small graphs or working copies of charts. It attaches by a clamp to your hoop or scroll frame. The Graph Gripper has an adjustable arm that allows you to move the chart so you can position it…


Dreaming of Gifts – Writing to Santa

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 10:15 AM PST

Frimousse has a plethora of free charts with little sprites engaged in all sorts of fun activities. Here the characters are writing to Santa, dreaming of the gifts they want.Add the free chart to your collection today!


Christmas Village

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 10:12 AM PST

I often wish I read French as I seek out free charts to let you know about for Craft Gossip! Of course, the language of Cross-Stitch is universal and Google Translate helps a lot too.

This cute little Christmas Village will be a fun stitch. The free chart is from Mamou.


Inspiration: Elsa Mora

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 10:07 AM PST

Once in a while, Elsa Mora makes something for herself–like this headband. She says,

There are so many tiny embroidery details in it. Looking at the beads and stitches in this piece makes me happy.

Me, too! See more photos at Elsita’s blog post.


DIY: Natural Dye Table Runner by Kathreen Ricketson

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 09:55 AM PST

Kathreen Rickets, did a quest post on "Poppytalk' a design blog collecting inspiration and dedicated to promoting emerging design talent.  They have many wonderful tutorials on their blog that will inspire you.  The one I selected for you is “DIY: Natural Dye Table Runner” by guest post by Kathreen Ricketson of Whip Up!   Kathreen gives…


How to make a recycled wine box recipe container and display

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 09:18 AM PST

Recipes from our past are positively the best. I have one of my great grandmother’s that I make all the time. I love this idea for recycling a beautiful wine box into a container that is perfect for storing and displaying recipes when cooking them up for the people you care about. See the great link that Nellene sent…


Inspiration: Chris Gray

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 09:06 AM PST

Chris Gray (Textile Butterfly) made these fantastic pendants–needlepunch and a few beads in a handmade wooden bezel acquired through Etsy. Matte and sparkle, soft and hard. Wonderful.  See more at Chris’ blog post.

Ed. note: Chris Gray neither requested nor compensated this post.


25% off on Rachel’s art!

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 09:06 AM PST

Rachel Biel of Rayela’s Fiber Focus is offering 25% off on goods in her Etsy shop during November. She says,

Almost everything that I make now would rot away if it was buried.  From dust to dust.  That really appeals to me!

Go to Rachel’s blog post to find out how to get the discount on her biodegradable


Edible Muppets

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 09:03 AM PST

As one who adores the Muppets with much of her being, the title up there just seems wrong. But I could think of no other. Spotted at this roundup from Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons, find Muppets ideas at this fantastic Muppets baby shower HERE at Alicia Policia. Fozzie Bear peanut butter cookies (genius choice),…


Winner of our book Giveaway “Uniquely Felt”!

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 08:20 AM PST

I am happy to announce that Tammy lucky #5 is the winner of our book giveaway "Uniquely Felt"! Congratulations Tammy! I will be emailing her for her full name and address.  I want to thank everyone that entered.


Ready for winter

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 08:05 AM PST

These colorful critters by Neta Amir of Doll Stories are adorably bundled up for nippy weather. Their  hair, especially, gives me joy. See more photos of Neta’s latest art dolls at her blog post.


Glass Jar Photo Display

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 07:00 AM PST

Glass Jar Photo DisplayIf you’ve been reading this blog for any length of time, you know how much I adore unique ways to display snapshots and family photos. These jars are no exception, and you can get the how to over at Rikki Hibbert Photography — Recycle Reuse & Repurpose – Glass Jar Photo Frames.


Does this count as fiber?

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 07:04 AM PST

Annet of Fat-Quarter crocheted this strangely beautiful doily. What is that unusual fiber? Old music tapes! So I’m wondering…is there a way to embroider with old tapes? And do I still have racks of them somewhere in my garage? Enjoy Annet’s blog.


Giveaway: 7 fat quarters from Taali by Monaluna

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 06:47 AM PST

Maureen Cracknell Handmade is hosting a giveaway for one of their sponsors, Moona Fabrics.  One of her readers will win a 7 fat quarter bundle from the Taali collection by Monaluna!  The fabric is made from 100% organic cotton and is printed with AZO-free dyes.   And the prints are SOOO cute!  Chevrons, and apples, and sheep!  Deadline is 10:00…


Tutorial: Little Boy Cashmere Neck Tie

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 06:14 AM PST

Malinda from Dahlhart Lane shows how to make a cashmere necktie for a little boy.  Wouldn’t your little guy be so dashing dressed up in his cashmere tie for holiday parties and pictures?  Don’t worry if your fabric store doesn’t sell cashmere knit yardage; she got the cashmere she needed for the tie from a thrifted sweater. 


Free patterns from Wendi Gratz

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 06:03 AM PST

Wendi Gratz of Shiny Happy World has some fabulous suggestions for combining her free simple stocking pattern with her free simple ornament patterns to create unique, personal Christmas stockings. See lots of idea photos at her blog post.


Tutorial: Thanksgiving initial tees

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 05:21 AM PST

Kelli from Random Thoughts from a Supermom shares a tutorial for making Thanksgiving-themed initial tees.  The oversized monogram appliques get dressed up for Thanksgiving as either a Pilgrim or an Indian.  Cute!!  Get the tute.

[photo from Random Thoughts from a Supermom]


Tutorial: Scrappy pieced Christmas tree ornament

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 05:11 AM PST

Heather from The Sewing Loft shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make these scrappy pieced Christmas tree ornaments.  They’re quick to make, and would be super cute hanging on a Christmas tree or as an extra giftie tied on to a Christmas package.  Get the how-to.

[photo from The Sewing Loft]


Tutorial: Diamond Fold Card

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 05:04 AM PST

If you want to really wow someone this holiday season try making one of these gorgeous diamond fold cards, perfect for tucking a gift card inside. Find directions for making one at the Fresh and Fun blog.

 

-Heather


Help Christie help others

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 05:02 AM PST

Christie of The Fabric Shopper invites us all to participate in a raffle to support a remarkable cause. She says it’s

a community outreach program that will provide opportunities for youth (and adults) to have a safe place to come, hang out, learn some crafting/sewing skills, fellowship, and more or less have a sanctuary where they can go


Marshmallow Turkey and Pilgrim Hat Pops

Posted: 20 Nov 2011 04:37 AM PST

Yep, there are marshmallows under there. Just two of the clever Thanksgiving treats over at The Dollhouse Bake Shoppe. Find step-by-steps to make the marshmallow Pilgrim hat pops HERE and the marshmallow turkey pops HERE.


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