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Wednesday, November 23, 2011

“Dollar Store Glittered Deer” plus 46 more

“Dollar Store Glittered Deer” plus 46 more


Dollar Store Glittered Deer

Posted: 23 Nov 2011 04:01 AM PST

Dollar Store Glittered DeerHere’s a brilliant idea. Take little plastic deer from the dollar store or discount department store toy aisle and paint them with glittered paint or glue and fine glitter. Instant holiday table decorations for less! This great idea comes from Martha Stewart — Glittered Deer Table Decorations.


Pilgrim Lunch

Posted: 23 Nov 2011 04:07 AM PST

Have lunch with a pilgrim… Oh, wait, not exactly with a pilgrim. Poor pilgrim. And he looks so cute. And just right for lunch. Make him HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.


Freebie | Printable Thanksgiving Place Cards

Posted: 23 Nov 2011 04:00 AM PST

Here’s a last minute idea for your Thanksgiving table: Fall themed place cards! Just print, cut, add names and fold. Click here for download and instructions.


Inspiration du Jour | Hello Daisies

Posted: 23 Nov 2011 03:00 AM PST

More Cool Bead Molds from Colour de Verre

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 10:37 PM PST

Yes I know I just wrote about Colour de Verre molds, after all that is their specialty, but they’ve added a couple of new  bead molds to their line-up and they’re pretty cool. I must then share with all of you. These molds are so easy to use. Just add frit and cook in your kiln. And you can…


BeadCrafty.com Review & £50 Giveaway

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 10:29 PM PST

BeadCrafty.com is giving you the chance to win a £50 voucher for their online store. If your looking for modern funky Beads, findings or Charms then this is the store for you.  Not only is their site fresh and easy to navigate their products are “Adorably-Affordable” as I like to say and to add a cherry to the top (or…


Review and Giveaway: Spotlight Stores in Australia (and a $50 Spotlight voucher)!

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 08:02 PM PST

 
Spotlight – (Australia’s Michaels) Opened its 17th store this morning at Springfield Orion (Queensland). CraftGossip.com was allowed a sneak peek before the crowds came rushing through the doors (literally)

If I was to sum the store up in one word it would be “Rainbow”. There were so many walls of colors that it would inspire the most un-crafty…


Lookie what she made: Formal day dress from her daughter’s wedding dress

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 07:51 PM PST

Pam from Threading My Way shows the lovely formal dress that she made – out of her daughter’s wedding dress.  I love that her daughter was the one who encouraged her to take on such a risky project, and that her request gave Pam the confidence to do it.  Go to her post to read more…


Tutorial: Tiered ruffled hostess apron

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 07:37 PM PST

Sew4Home shows how to make a tiered ruffled hostess apron.  They made theirs from vintage-y florals to give it a romantic cottage feel.  It would also be fun out of brights for a sassier look.  Get the tute.

[photo from Sew4Home]


Newsy: Crazy Quilt Journal Project – 2012

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 07:30 PM PST

Kathy at Shawkl wants fiber artists to know about the first annual Crazy Quilt Journal Project. She’s thrilled to have J. Marsha Michler, author of The Magic of Crazy Quilting, as the honorary chairperson for this event. Registration is open and runs through December 27, 2011. Click HERE to learn more.


Tutorial: Bandana headband with elastic

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 07:28 PM PST

Enkarna from GateArte shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a bandana headband with elastic at the bottom.  You can find bandanas inexpensively at discount  and craft stores.  Or, if you can’t find a bandana with a print you like, you could always hem a square of fabric to the right size and then use…


Tutorial: Sew a tea wallet

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 07:14 PM PST

Anne from the GreenStitch poscast shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a tea wallet.  The fabric case has 6 pockets to hold tea bags.  It all folds up for easy transport in your purse.  This would make a thoughtful gift for the tea drinkers on your Christmas list.  Get the tute.

[photo from GreenStitch]


Tutorials: Set Your Thanksgiving Table

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 07:09 PM PST

Sculpey.com has a great project (actually a couple) to help you create table decorations for your Thanksgiving meal. Acorn EVERYTHING has been making the rounds on Etsy this season and here’s one way to try out the trend.


Tutorial: Pieced cosmetic bag

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 07:04 PM PST

Jenna at Sew Happy Geek shows how she made this adorable paper pieced cosmetic bag with a tutorial on her blog. She said she used a Circle Of Geese pattern available for free online. Get the know-how.


Pin your package

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 06:42 PM PST

Betz White shows how to use her awesome felt poinsettia brooch as a gift topper. This simple trick will work with any pin. What a great way to give your packages some bling and add a little extra treat to your gift. See the post.


Bead the edge

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 06:34 PM PST

Nima of Made to Treasure shows us a gorgeous beaded edging for ornaments and explains how it’s done. It’s easy! See her post.


Stitch better puncetto

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 06:29 PM PST

Jeanine in Canada shares some tips for improving your puncetto needle lace skills. Take advantage of her lessons learned. Go to her Italian Needlework blog post for details.


Pat Sloan interviews Little Bits author and hosts giveaway

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 05:12 PM PST

Pat Sloan interviewed Kathreen Ricketson from WhipUp.net as part of the Little Bits blog tour. Pat gives us a peek inside Kathreen’s home and asks things we want to know, like how she got started sewing. Go HERE to read the interview and while you are on her blog, be sure and enter the contest to win


Wooden Tea Light Holder Tutorial

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 03:56 PM PST

If you have a drill, wood stain, piece of wood and some sand paper you can make this beautiful rustic tea light holder!

Stephanie came up with this simple project and was kind enough to share the candle holder tutorial. I imagine distressing the wood with a hammer would be good anger therapy!

Visit Rustic Tea Light Candle Holder Tutorial


10-Minute Felt Santa Ornament tutorial

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 03:37 PM PST

Ellen Luckett Baker of "The Long Thread" lives with her husband and two girls in Atlanta, Georgia and has an awesome blog. She also has had her first book published; “1, 2, 3 Sew: Build Your Skills with 33 Simple Sewing Projects”.  Today she is showing us how to make this darling Santa Christmas ornament.…


Technique: Make Your Own Sparkly Ink

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 01:27 PM PST

Jeanette Lynton shares a cool technique of combining glitter glue and re-inkers to add a fun shimmer to any stamped project.

-Heather


Camera Cookie Cutters

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 11:44 AM PST

I hereby declare another trend (I do a lot of trend-declaring, though I’m pretty sure there’s someone out there more qualified declaring trends way before I declare trends)… edible cameras. Like these or these. And since I’m a cookie gal myself and always on the hunt for new and clever cutters, I’m especially…


Caramel Turkey and Acorn Toppers and Pumpkin Pops

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 11:43 AM PST

More sweet goodness from The Dollhouse Bake Shoppe… caramel! Make caramel turkey and acorn cupcake toppers HERE and pumpkin pops HERE.


Pilgrim Cookie Pops

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 11:36 AM PST

It’s not too late to squeeze in some Thanksgiving crafting! Make pilgrim cookie pops from store-bought cookies and candy HERE at The Dollhouse Bake Shoppe.


Winner winner winner

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 11:22 AM PST

The winner of the 5555-post giveaway is commenter number 121, spidermom! I’ve sent you an email requesting your shipping address. If I don’t hear from you by noon (Central USA time) November 24, I’ll pick a new winner; so please respond right away.

Many, many thanks to all of you for your kind wishes and entries. We’ll be doing the…


Stitch for Heifer

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 10:53 AM PST

Doreen of The Art Needlepoint Company sent us a heads-up that the site is doing a benefit for Heifer International. This amazing organization is headquartered in my home town, and for ten years I worked for a collaborating international development organization. So I can personally vouch for the excellence and worthiness of Heifer’s efforts. The All…


Felted Rose DIY By Tiziana Boccaletti

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 10:34 AM PST

I think this felted Rose is simply stunning and I am going to try one.  You can use any color, but the white and pink is so lovely.  Scroll down the page on their site and enter your email and get the free PDF instruction sheets.  From Living Crafts Magazine: "This felted rose symbolizing a gift from…


Love CakeSpy? BE a CakeSpy

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 10:29 AM PST

Very much deserving of an OMG OMG OMG… Submit your own sweet dessert to CakeSpy for a chance to win a trip for two to CakeSpy headquarters in Seattle. Read all about it and find details to enter HERE at CakeSpy. Wait, why am I sharing this? Eek, less chances for me…


Learn about Superior metallics

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 10:08 AM PST

Sunni of Love Affair with My Brother reviews Superior’s line of metallic threads. Check out her post.


Enter the Common Thread International Exhibitions

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 09:53 AM PST

Dawne Rudman of the World of Threads Festival in Oakville and Toronto, Ontario, Canada, sent in the following information about the festival’s four calls for submissions:

The World of Threads Festival is a leading international showcase of contemporary fibre art. We believe that some of the most exciting and compelling artwork being made today is happening in the field of


Pumpkin Pie Milkshakes

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 08:41 AM PST

What’s better than a pumpkin pie milkshake? A pumpkin pie milkshake with a pie crust straw. I mean c’mon, that’s pretty clever. A pie crust straw just elevated this from yum, to yum and crafty. Find the recipe HERE at TidyMom.


20 Gift Ideas for Foodies

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 08:39 AM PST

Because I don’t have nearly enough blog jobs (side note, I just mis-typed “blog” as “glob,” I corrected it, but thought it noteworthy), I’m now assembling Ideabooks of cool product finds over at Houzz. Have you heard of Houzz? It’s a site that lets you browse kajillions of ideas for home decorating, building, design, etc. etc. and they are branching…


How to make a recycled paper bag origami Thanksgiving table favor

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 08:34 AM PST

I am so thankful for all you creative people out there who choose to craft with recycled materials. Check out what Mel created with a paper bag. See her tutorial on how to make an origami recycle paper bag table favor.


Hoop-di-do

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 08:33 AM PST

This week I have been posting about stocking stuffer ideas for stitchers. Of course, if you aren’t shopping for many stitchers this year, you can always add them to your wish list and leave it about for those who shop for YOU to find!

This item is one of my favorites. The Clover hoop, which comes in size small,…


Tutorial: Make a quick coffee sleeve

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 08:21 AM PST

Loralei from Whimsical Mermaid shows how to make a coffee sleeve.  The fabric wrap fits around a to-go coffee cup and protects your hands from the hot cup. It’s a quick project to sew up and would make a thoughtful Christmas gift for friends, coworks, teachers, etc.  Get the tute.

[photo from Whimsical Mermaid]


Snowman to Stitch

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 08:19 AM PST

I live a few hours away from Atlanta, Georgia and there’s no snow in sight, so this chart is perfect for me. A fluffy snowman to stitch – for free!

It’s another great one from Christine! Get the free chart and check out several more at her blog.


Free pattern: Oven mitt

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 08:07 AM PST

Roubidou shares a free pattern and tutorial for making an oven mitt.  A small loop makes it easy to hang on a cabinet knob or from a hook, so it’s always right where you need it.  This would make a great Christmas gift!  Get the tutorial.

[photo from Roubidou]


The 2011 TomKat Studio Gift Guide

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 08:03 AM PST

It’s here! It’s here! The 2011 TomKat Studio Gift Guide. I was kind of waiting for it, you see. It’s really good.


Coat Hanger Pendant Light

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 07:00 AM PST

Coat Hanger Pendant LightNow here’s a unique idea for a light fixture! Inspired by a similar light in a little shop they visited, this light fixture was created from coat hangers and plastic wire ties. See the how to here — Etsy Greek Street Team: DIY – Hanger-Lamp!.


Origami Details {Weddings}

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 07:42 AM PST

{Original Photo Source: Browne Photography via Style Me Pretty}

The art of origami has been around for centuries, yet its graphic simplicity makes it feel very modern. Cap Classique presents a roundup of origami details for your handmade wedding. For more details and diy instructions visit this link.


Turkey Pieces Cookies

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 07:34 AM PST

I’m totally on board with this new trend of making cookie pieces for kids to assemble (like Jack O’ Lanterns and Mr. Potato Head). Check out the latest: Turkeys! In a Jar. Love it. HERE at Munchkin Munchies.


Mayflower Bread Boats

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 07:24 AM PST

Committing dinner to a history lesson on Colonial America… Make Mayflower bread boats. Now that is an impressive meal-on-a-plate for kids. Find them HERE at Moore Minutes. {spotted on Ohdeedoh.}


Rice Krispies Treats Turkeys

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 07:14 AM PST

Why should you do all the work? Let kids make their own Thanksgiving desserts. Find the how-tos to make chocolate Rice Krispies Treats turkeys HERE at Alpha Mom, from Marie LeBaron.


Tutorial: Drop Bottom Baby Pajamas

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 06:44 AM PST

Jessica from Me Sew Crazy guest blogs at I Heart Naptime with a tutorial showing how to make her Drop Bottom Baby Pajamas.  The back flap isn’t functional, but it would make some super cute Christmas photos!  Get the tute.

[photo from Me Sew Crazy]


Tutorial: Winnie the Pooh-inspired shrug

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 06:28 AM PST

Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest guest blogs in the Once Upon a Thread series at No Big Dill with a little girl’s outfit inspired by Winnie the Pooh.  The little red shrug looks just like one that Pooh would wear, but it doesn’t look like a costume.  She shares a tutorial showing how to make…


Giveaway: Stamp Art Book and Gift Certificate by Klutz

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 06:11 AM PST

 

Klutz books is offering a wonderful giveaway to our readers!

Three (3) lucky winners will receive:

-Stamp Art

-$50 Klutz.com gift certificate 

Leave a comment on this post to be entered to win. Contest ends 11/28/11. Giveaway is open to US mailing addresses only please.

Sample & Prizing courtesy of Klutz , also check out them out


Tutorial | Baby Girl Mini Album

Posted: 22 Nov 2011 05:00 AM PST

Tanya from Nonna’s Craft Corner shares this tutorial for making a mini album as a gift for a baby girl.Click here to see all the details.


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