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Tuesday, November 15, 2011

“Guest Post: Christmas Candle Chandelier” plus 49 more

“Guest Post: Christmas Candle Chandelier” plus 49 more


Guest Post: Christmas Candle Chandelier

Posted: 15 Nov 2011 03:50 AM PST

Christmas Candle ChandelierI’ve featured several projects from today’s guest poster. Her name is Connie and she runs the blog Salvage Savvy. I’m excited to share this project with you today, isn’t it beautiful?? I am just smitten with it! Connie is going to show you how she did it, so without further adieu…

Christmas Candle ChandelierHello fellow Craft Gossip readers, my name is Connie…


Team Jacob Cheesecake and Edward Cullen Quesadilla

Posted: 15 Nov 2011 04:13 AM PST

Taking your Breaking Dawn celebration to a whole new level of artistic sophistication, yes? Templates included. Make Edward Cullen quesadillas HERE at Hungry Happenings and Team Jacob cheesecake HERE.

 


Peppermint Rice Krispies Treats

Posted: 15 Nov 2011 04:07 AM PST

It’s the candy cane hook for the rim of your mug that got me with these. Make peppermint Rice Krispies treats HERE at She Wears Many Hats.


Felt-applique hoops for holiday decorating

Posted: 15 Nov 2011 04:01 AM PST

These little Christmasy hoops by Laura of Bugs and Fishes have me humming winter holiday songs already. I love clean, simple, evocative designs. And the slight twist on traditional colors–the inclusion of lime green–adds to the modern feel. The hoops are for sale on Laura’s Etsy shop; or you can buy the books that feature her designs and…


Tutorial | Digital 2-Page Autumn Layout

Posted: 15 Nov 2011 04:00 AM PST

Candice Windham shares how she made this 2-page digital layout celebrating Autumn. Click here to see the tutorial.


Vulcan Bun Needle Felted Doll by Woolykins

Posted: 15 Nov 2011 03:18 AM PST

 

Woolykins on Etsy needle felts various nerdy bunnies. Here is a vulcan one. the Bride of Frankenbun one is excellent too!

Vulcan Bun Needle Felted Doll by Woolykins on Etsy.


Giveaway: Lifestyle Epic Tool

Posted: 15 Nov 2011 03:15 AM PST

EPIC-06-TOOL

The Epic tool from Lifestyle Crafts is used to die cut, emboss and letterpress! The Epic is durable and compact with a 6″ wide platform. Cut and emboss dies up to 6″ by 12″.

Includes:
Epic tool
Cutting platform
Cutting mat
Embossing platform

Thanks to Lifestyle Crafts, we are giving away one of these machines to…


Inspiration du Jour | I’m Grateful For

Posted: 15 Nov 2011 03:00 AM PST

Video Quilt Along with Crafty Gemini

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 10:10 PM PST

Vanessa from Crafty Gemini is hosting a Video Sampler Quilt Along on her blog. Join her as she walks you through making 12 Blocks, with the first one posted today, see below.
Go to intro and instructions for Block One.

Image credit: Crafty Gemini


Spirit of 96 ShinDig at Pacific Art Glass!!

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 10:06 PM PST

I know it’s short notice since this is tomorrow, Tuesday Nov 15 and Wednesday Nov 16, but if you’re in the Los Angeles area there are good glass times ahead over at

My doll quilt faves

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 09:24 PM PST

Though they are all crush worthy, here’s my list of favorites from the Lark Doll Quilt Contest.


LL’S Magnetic Clay Detox Giveaway – Open Worldwide

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 07:25 PM PST

Feeling sluggish and run down? Have you heard of LL’s Magnetic Clay Detox Kits before?  I can tell you from my own personal experience that they are FABULOUS!!!!!!  Clear Out is one  of LL's newest formulas, perfect for  various situations that are present with metal and chemical poisoning such as digestive problems, parasites in the body and depression. It  also addresses the following…


Last day doll quilt contest | Sew Mama Sews

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 06:56 PM PST

Heads up. Today is the last day to enter Sew Mama Sew’s Doll Quilt Contest. The contest is part of the kick-off activities surrounding the release of the book, Pretty in Patchwork:Doll Quilts by Cathy Gaubert for Lark Crafts. Go HERE to see contest announcement. Go HERE to see entries.


Andes del Campo from Knit Picks

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 05:59 PM PST

So I scored some of Knit Picks newest yarn, Andes del Campo.

This is a lofty 2 ply almost but not quite chunky (kind of like a thick worsted weight), wonderfully heathery yarn. I’m knitting my new favorite quick pattern, the Croc Socks. I first knit them out of another Knit Picks yarn, Wool of


Tutorial – Easy Knit and Sew Pillow

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 05:32 PM PST

Home dec is in. Home dec is cool and it’s so easy when you know how to knit. This pillow is super simple and you can dish it up, your style.

Hone your knitting and sewing skills with this easy to knit and easy to sew pillow. Turn your couch into a home dec eye catcher with this spicy pillow.…


Mosaic Monday: Decorating Your Thanksgiving Table

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 05:26 PM PST

1. napkin-rings, 2. Thanksgiving OOAK pumpkin picture photo holder

I realize this is a bit of a niche topic – Thanksgiving table decorations made from polymer clay – but the above are a couple of examples! You could make wine charms from tiny pumpkin beads or harvest veggies, decorate a vase centerpiece, sculpt fall flowers or such,…


Colorful Framed Photos

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 04:18 PM PST

Colorful Framed PhotosI love the way all these colorful frames look on this wall. What a great way to display family photos. Check out the display at Small and Chic in Cville: Organic Bloom frames.


Free Pattern – Hot Water Bottle Cozy

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 05:00 PM PST

Take some super chunky yarn, size 10 needles and a couple of hours and your hot water bottle will be snuggly and warm and will stay that way.

Super easy, knit it up quick and decorate with swiss darning.

The pattern is free, and HERE!


Tutorial: Chalkboard cloth table cover

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 04:28 PM PST

Hungry Hippie shares a fun idea for chalkboard cloth.  She uses it to create a fitted cover for her their dining table.  Now they can chalk all over the top of the table!  Get the tutorial to see how to make one.

[photo from Hungry Hippie]


Je brode Noël

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 04:14 PM PST

Christmas will be here before you know it. This sweet little band sampler contains several symbols of the holidays and will be easy to stitch up.

Get the free chart at Miss T’s Blog.


Tutoral: Small ID wallet with snap closure

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 04:14 PM PST

Mel from All Wrapped Up shows how to make a her Sandi wallet, small ID wallet with a snap closure (named after the friend she made one for).  The pouch is sized just right for credit cards or a bit of folded money.  A clear vinyl window on the back holds your ID.  A swivel hook hangs from…


Tutorial: From boxy blazer to custom fit jacket

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 03:03 PM PST

Lizzie from Cotton & Curl tells how to refashion a boxy blazer into a jacket with a fit that’s made just for your body.  She resews the straight seams at the sides and back into curved seams.   My and my pear shaped figure that can’t wear a boxy jacket are SO loving this idea!    Get the tute.

[photo from Cotton & Curl]


Burlap Advent Calendar

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 01:17 PM PST

Burlap Advent CalendarI love finding different ways to make advent calendars. I’ve featured many advent calendar ideas here on CG, and am more than happy to add this one to the collection. Head over to The Examined Life to see all the details — A Non-Traditional Advent Banner.


Freebie: Santa Dog Digital Stamp

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 01:17 PM PST

Anne’s Cards 4 U shares an adorable Santa Dog digi stamp, click here to download it.

-Heather


Vintage Camera Nightlights

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 01:11 PM PST

 

 

 

 

Beautiful night lights made from vintage cameras. I bet these would be fun to make! Check out the link below for the flickr stream of the person making these.

Vintage Camera Nightlight – Ansco Cadet II w/flash | Flickr – Photo Sharing!.


Vintage fabric find

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 01:09 PM PST

Sometimes you just plain get lucky when thrifting. This is a piece of fabric Familypatchworks found at a yard sale. She plans to use it in a whole cloth quilt. Nice. Click HERE to read more.

Image credit: Familypatchworks


Giveaway: Best Fat Quarter Quilts etc

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 12:09 PM PST

Get a chance to win a copy of Best Fat Quarter Quilts and more at Quilters Newsletter Blog. Click HERE for details. Contest ends November 20, 2011.


Snack Mix Push Pops

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 12:08 PM PST

Yes, I need a use for the couple dozen push pop containers I have, and I’ve run out of sweets ideas. Loving this simple packaging idea for snack mix. Find snack mix shooters HERE at Rock Ur Party. And if you somehow don’t have a couple dozen push pop containers sitting around your house, I got mine HERE.


Grab a cuppa: Sew Modern Monday Link-up

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 11:40 AM PST

Megan from Canoe Ridge Creations kicks off {Sew} Modern Monday with her own swell finish, shown. Click HERE to see more photos of Megan’s quilt; then scroll down to see what everyone else has been up to.

Image credit: Canoe Ridge Creations


Christmas Carnation Wreaths

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 10:16 AM PST

Christmas Carnation WreathsWow! These red wreaths made from carnations are absolutely stunning! The color pop is truly amazing agains the white mantel. Get the how to on these beauties over at Better Homes and Gardens — Make a Christmas Carnation Wreath.


Turkey Tootsie Pops

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 11:00 AM PST

This may have been another Pinterest find (I’m starting to lose my mind in the tide of holiday ideas)… An adorable and easy packaging idea for Thanksgiving lollipops. Learn to make wrap lollipops like turkeys HERE at Tippy Toes and Tantrums.


Reindeer Noses Candy

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 10:56 AM PST

I spotted this on Pinterest and found it so easy and clever. (I use those words “easy” and “clever” a lot, so clearly I’m drawn to things that are easy but still clever.) Find the idea for reingeer candy noses HERE at A Personal Touch.


Fruit Turkeys

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 10:52 AM PST

Doesn’t this turkey have an expression like he knows he’s about to be gobbled up? And yet he still maintains his cuteness. How do fruit turkeys manage that? Find the how-tos HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.


Charming and Jolly Santa

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 10:17 AM PST

This free chart is so simple, but expresses such a jolly and charming Santa. He just looks so happy and he’s bringing me a gift! Stitched in a single color, the design still conveys a good bit of detail.

The chart is free from Atelier Colorido.


So punny!

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 10:07 AM PST

This totally cracks me up. If you don’t have access to American television, let me explain: British actor Hugh Laurie plays a crotchety yet brilliant diagnostician named House on the TV series of the same name. He definitely needs blessing. Found on Lots of Neat Stuff blog.


Holding a Grudge

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 09:58 AM PST

Are you a grudge-holder? Consider the wisdom of this saying from Kincavel Krosses – don’t let someone live rent-free in your head. Holding grudges only harms you, not them! Also, isn’t that a smashing border on that saying?

Get the free chart – another great one from Kell Smurthwaite.


A blooming crazy quilt

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 09:06 AM PST

A while back I mentioned the adorable seed-bead flower vine on a crazy quilt by Kathleen of Yesteryear Embroideries. The quilt is finished now, and it includes dozens of wonderful techniques, including to-die-for seed-bead blackberries. And I was surprised and delighted to discover that the focal piece of the quilt is a cross-stitch rendering of one…


Holiday Garland Pillow Tutorial; Maureen Cracknell Handmade

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 09:05 AM PST

Maureen has made these darling and festive pillows for the holidays.  Use your favorite colors and shapes and then place them on your chairs, bed and sofa to add a little holiday charm.  Maureen inspires:  "Today’s tutorial is for a simple festive Christmas-y pillow cover — A Holiday Garland Pillow. This pillow was completely inspired by my love for…


A whole bunch of cool recycled tin can patterns

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 08:53 AM PST

If you like making things out of recycled tin cans pop on over to Tinplate Girl and check all the cool patterns (some free and some for purchase!)


Tutorial: Gift Box quilt block

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 08:50 AM PST

Nan from Pots and Pins did a guest post at Sew We Quilt/Stash Manicure showing how to make a gift box quilt block. Nan advises us to put on some Christmas music and get started so we have a festive quilt for the holidays. Go to tutorial.

Image credit: Live Journal


Monogram Berry Wreath

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 07:15 AM PST

Monogram Berry WreathThis lovely wreath is striking and personal. A great way to dress up your door for the holidays. Get the tutorial over at Our Unexpected Journey: Let The Decorating Begin!.


Fiber artists fight cancer

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 08:05 AM PST

Check out this heads-up about a worthy stitchy opportunity from Susan Brubaker Knapp of Blue Moon River.

Virginia Spiegel is at it again! This woman is simply unstoppable. Her "Fiberart For a Cause" has already raised more than $215,000 for the American Cancer Society (ACS). In February, Virginia is hoping to raise $7,000 for the ACS


Microphone Cupcakes

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 08:02 AM PST

How about a little break from all the holiday stuff? Learn how to make these utterly fab-u-lous and sparkly microphone cupcakes HERE at iVillage, adapted from What’s New Cupcake?.  {spotted by Amanda}


Stitching on old paper

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 07:04 AM PST

I’m lovin this stitch-o-gram by Emma of Stitch Therapy. In a personal note, she said,

I have a passion for vintage papers such as old books and post cards. This post card is from the early 1900′s. I like the juxtaposition of the modern neon threads used to embroider on to the card.

I like it, too! I…


Project: Chalkboard Frame

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 06:18 AM PST

I love the retro vintage look of Pink Persimmon stamps! Over on their website they are sharing a great chalk board project, adding stamped images and stickers to a picture frame for a great home decor project.

-Heather


DIY Flannel Lanterns

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 06:14 AM PST

I adore the colorful, bohemian flair of these flannel lanterns spotted at Green Wedding Shoes!  These vibrant beauties were created by Free People who generously shared a video tutorial so you can make your own, and add some drama to your wedding decor.  Click here to get the tutorial.


A dala horse for Christmas

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 06:03 AM PST

Dala horses are the rage around the web lately, so I know you’ll enjoy the latest ornament in vintage umbrella‘s handmade Christmas series. And she shows you how to add a little dala horse to a knitted hat, too! Go to the post.


It’s new: Shwin & Shwin sells patterns now

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 05:43 AM PST

Shauna from Shwin & Shwin makes some seriously cute little girl clothes. I’ve linked to her tutorials more times than I can count.  Now, she’s opened a shop and is selling her patterns.  How awesome is that!   The Claire top shown here is the latest pattern she’s added to her shop.  Check out her


Vintage Can Centerpieces

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 05:38 AM PST

Vintage tea tins and cans of all sorts add a graphic appeal and rustic charm to floral centerpieces! Glitter Weddings features inspiring photos of pretty posies arranged in a vareity of vintage cans. Click this link to see more. 


Tutorial: Tubular bias tape

Posted: 14 Nov 2011 05:27 AM PST

Anneliese from Aesthetic Nest shows a way to make bias tape that doesn’t involve seaming together a thousand strips of fabric.  Instead, you first sew your fabric into an offset tube, and then cut it apart into a long bias strip.  I’m probably showing my age, but I keep having the urge to say it’s, ”Like, totally tubular!” 


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