“Guest Post: PB Inspired Christmas Stocking Pillows” plus 46 more

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• Guest Post: PB Inspired Christmas Stocking Pillows
• Holiday felties by the handful
• Freebie | Printable Fall Subway Art
• Freebie | Printable Holiday Organizer
• Inspiration du Jour | Pumpkin Carving
• Methods and Ideas – Part of the New Bullseye Web Site
• Yarn Coop
• Tool: Cutting Edge Ruler
• Beta Bots applique quilt
• You Either Get it Or You Don’t
• Tribute to Sacagawea | 2012 BOM quilt
• Stars pillow cover, a wip
• Book Page Star Wreath
• Free Hat Pattern – Leija!
• Tutorial: Easy blossom pillow
• Tutorial: Sewing machine cover
• Tutorial: Zippered pouch with a reverse applique label
• Dragon Bread
• Corn Cob Candle Holder Tutorial
• Shabby Craft Storage
• Freebie: November Negative for Stampmaker
• Pippa’s modern 16 patch quilt
• Ornament Light
• Stitched leaf and haiku
• Marisa’s scissors collection
• Big sale at Rayela
• Felt Ogee Ornament Tutorial
• GIVEAWAY!!! Where Women Cook: Celebrate!
• Merry Christmas from Stitch and Thimble
• Reindeer Donuts, Santa Hat Pretzels, and Other Fun Food for Christmas
• Frog on a Log HoHos
• Mini Merry Christmas
• Free ornament tutorials
• Easy Edible Leaves
• Bumper Sticker Inspired Ornaments
• How to cut and lay a recycled end grain wood floor and enter to win a copy of the book Building with Secondhand Stuff
• Stitching on impulse
• Free pattern: Toddler mittens
• Tutorial: Little girl’s pleated bubble dress
• Project: Fall Bird House
• Tutorial: Felt and doily Christmas ornament
• Tutorial: Ruffle felt flower embellishment
• Tutorial: Penguin ornaments
• Stitch a pretty trinket box
• Tutorial | Understanding Exposure
• The Scarf That Wasn’t……
• Incredible Star Wars Cookies… From Other Cutters

Guest Post: PB Inspired Christmas Stocking Pillows Posted: 10 Nov 2011 03:50 AM PST I’m excited, it’s time for another guest poster here on the Home & Garden channel of Craft Gossip! Today Korrie is going to share with you how to make these adorable Christmas stocking pillows inspired by Pottery Barn. Take it away Korrie! I'm Korrie from Red Hen Home, where I blog about furniture refinishing projects, vintage treasures, and…

Holiday felties by the handful Posted: 10 Nov 2011 04:01 AM PST Memi the Rainbow has just released an e-book of patterns and tutorials for creating these adorable felt Christmas ornaments. Or if you don’t feel like stitching them, just order a completed set from her Etsy shop. Go to her blog post for links to the listings. Ed. note: Memi neither requested nor compensated this post.

Freebie | Printable Fall Subway Art Posted: 10 Nov 2011 04:00 AM PST Here’s another lovely subway art printable poster from the ladies at eighteen25, this time with a Fall theme. It is available in two colorways. Click here to go to the download.

Freebie | Printable Holiday Organizer Posted: 10 Nov 2011 04:00 AM PST Krista from While He Was Napping is sharing a free printable holiday organizer. It contains calendars, a page to organize your gift lists, an address collector, the thank you list to keep track of the gifts you are given, and a to-do list. She also has a version with additional pages available for…

Inspiration du Jour | Pumpkin Carving Posted: 10 Nov 2011 03:00 AM PST Pumpkin Carving by Brandi Sutherlin Her Gallery | Her Blog

Methods and Ideas – Part of the New Bullseye Web Site Posted: 09 Nov 2011 11:28 PM PST As I wander around the new Bullseye Glass web site I like to check out how they’re now organizing their information. For instance…Methods and Ideas. Kind of like Tips and Tricks but better. It has tips and projects and suggestions and basic help. They’ve got it so you can see everything or break it down in to catagories.…

Yarn Coop Posted: 09 Nov 2011 10:06 PM PST Buy together and save 65% !  Hurry, click on over to the Knit It Now Yarn Coop to see how it works. HERE

Tool: Cutting Edge Ruler Posted: 09 Nov 2011 09:30 PM PST While at Quilt market the women from Piece N Quilt bought a new ruler that sharpens your rotary cutter blade while you cut your fabric. If this innovative new tool truly works it could save us quilters some serious cash on rotary cutter blades. Read more about The Cutting Edge Ruler HERE. Image credit: Piece N Quilt

Beta Bots applique quilt Posted: 09 Nov 2011 09:18 PM PST Spied this quilt with such happy little robots adorning it at SarahRose Quilts Etsy. Beta Bots Machine Applique Quilt Pattern $10.00 USD.

You Either Get it Or You Don’t Posted: 09 Nov 2011 07:40 PM PST Steotch has stitcheries that make me laugh ’til milk comes out my nose. This is a blog you should know! Check out this post – titled So Stitch We All. Then flip back through the other stitchy goodness – some of it is odd, but if your sense of humor is odd like mine, you will love it. If…

Tribute to Sacagawea | 2012 BOM quilt Posted: 09 Nov 2011 07:34 PM PST Diane from PickleDish announces The Kansas City Star’s Block of the Month (BOM) quilt project for 2012. It’s a tribute to Sacagawea, the only woman to travel with Lewis and Clark's expedition. Laurie Simpson designed the blocks and stitched up the quilt too. Gorgeous. Go HERE to read more.

Stars pillow cover, a wip Posted: 09 Nov 2011 06:55 PM PST Amber at one shabby chick shows her lovely work in progress (wip) – a pieced star pillow front. I bet it turned out cute. Go HERE to see more of her crafty projects. Image credit: one shabby chick

Book Page Star Wreath Posted: 09 Nov 2011 04:12 PM PST Here’s a beautiful twist on the book page wreath. Shaped like a star this is perfect for Christmas and even New Year’s. Check out the tutorial over at That’s My Letter — “S” is for Star.

Free Hat Pattern – Leija! Posted: 09 Nov 2011 04:03 PM PST Hats are in! Funky hats are even in-ner! Here’s one for you  from the Mothering Heights Blog, HERE Isn’t she cute? And this hat is way cute too. It’s not too late to knit one up for your favorite cherub for Christmas.

Tutorial: Easy blossom pillow Posted: 09 Nov 2011 03:30 PM PST DIY Maven shows how to make a blossom pillow without a significant time investment creating the large dimensional flower embellishment.  It took her just an hour to make one.  Get the tutorial. [photo from DIY Maven]

Tutorial: Sewing machine cover Posted: 09 Nov 2011 03:11 PM PST Bridgit from Wag Doll shows how to make a cover for your sewing machine.  The cover slides easily over the top to protect it from dust when the machine is not in use and looks much prettier than the plastic covers that often come with the machine.  A hole at the top allows the handle to peek through for easy toting. …

Tutorial: Zippered pouch with a reverse applique label Posted: 09 Nov 2011 03:03 PM PST Cation Designs shows how she used a reverse applique technique on a zippered pouch.  The image peeking through the fabric window serves as a visual label for the contents of the pouch.  In her example, it’s an awesome beaker image.  How cool!  If you can’t find fabric to fussy cut the image from, you can always use inkjet printable fabric to make your own image.  Get the tutorial.…

Dragon Bread Posted: 09 Nov 2011 02:51 PM PST I declare this dragon bread to be unbelievably awesome. The detail! And looks so re-create-able from the step-by-step photos. Find the how-tos HERE at Show Tell Share. {spotted on One Pretty Thing}

Corn Cob Candle Holder Tutorial Posted: 09 Nov 2011 02:19 PM PST Cris was inspired by Brazil's corn harvest when she came up with these rustic looking corn cob candle holders. The moss wrap and the raffia really sets it off. These candle holders would be perfect as a centerpiece for thanksgiving or an autumn party! See Crissy's Crafts: Corn Candle Holder for the full tutorial.

Shabby Craft Storage Posted: 09 Nov 2011 12:52 PM PST This super pretty sewing caddy is a wonderful way to incorporate your style into your organizing solutions. With a little help from the Graphics Fairy, you can make this too. See the post at Shabby Art Boutique — Shabby sewing caddy.

Freebie: November Negative for Stampmaker Posted: 09 Nov 2011 12:16 PM PST If you have a Stampmaker machine from Photocentric you can click here to download a free sheet of negatives to make your own clear stamps for fall and winter. -Heather

Pippa’s modern 16 patch quilt Posted: 09 Nov 2011 10:55 AM PST Pippa Patchwork made this quilt from her scrap pile, even using scraps for the binding. Wow. She’s discovering that creating limitations (a vow to not buy any new fabric until January 2012) can spur creativity. I love these wonky 16 patch blocks with a stripped border around them. Read the full post. Image credit: Pippa Patchwork

Ornament Light Posted: 09 Nov 2011 09:51 AM PST This light fixture is made from glass ball Christmas ornaments. Lovely! I love how the light dances off the walls. You can get the how to over at Crafted Niche — Ornament Light Tutorial.

Stitched leaf and haiku Posted: 09 Nov 2011 10:37 AM PST Quilting on the Edge shows us her beautiful embroidered leaf and accompanies it with a haiku. Click HERE and enjoy. Image credit: Quilting on the Edge

Marisa’s scissors collection Posted: 09 Nov 2011 10:17 AM PST Scissors collection at Las Telitas de Marisa. Click here to see more photos.

Big sale at Rayela Posted: 09 Nov 2011 10:07 AM PST Check this out: Rayela Art‘s Etsy shop is having a 25%-off Thanksgiving sale! You’ll find ethnic textiles from around the world and textile-art supplies such as stamps, beads, and milagros. Go to the blog post for sale details and the link to the Etsy shop.

Felt Ogee Ornament Tutorial Posted: 09 Nov 2011 09:13 AM PST   This stunning Christmas tree ornament is by Betz White.  I think we all know Betz from her guest TV spots and her awesome book and designs. All you have to do is select your favorite colors and follow the complete pictorial tutorial on her blog.

GIVEAWAY!!! Where Women Cook: Celebrate! Posted: 09 Nov 2011 09:09 AM PST   Male chefs so often dominate the restaurant world, I relish examples of strong women celebrated for their kitchen expertise. Where Women Cook: Celebrate! Extraordinary Women and Their Signature Recipes, by Jo Packham and The Publishers of Somerset Studio,  published by Lark in 2011, features over 60 recipes from “28 top food bloggers, chefs, cookbook authors, and…

Merry Christmas from Stitch and Thimble Posted: 09 Nov 2011 09:06 AM PST Kelly Fletcher has released a special Christmas issue of her e-zine, Stitch and Thimble. The listing on her online shop says, Dots and roses – a contemporary take on the Christmas table. Decorate your lunch table with functional embroidered cutlery pouches, napkins, coasters and name places. Pretty! To find out more or order the downloadable file, go to…

Reindeer Donuts, Santa Hat Pretzels, and Other Fun Food for Christmas Posted: 09 Nov 2011 09:02 AM PST I had no idea that Oriental Trading, those crucial suppliers of super-cheap favors to parties everywhere, had recipes, did you? I think I spotted these on Pinterest. Make Christmas reindeer donuts HERE at Oriental Trading. And find more such recipes at their Free-n-Fun Christmas recipe collection, like these Santa hat pretzels.

Frog on a Log HoHos Posted: 09 Nov 2011 08:51 AM PST So so easy. And note to self, if I ever make these, must get a slice-of-wood cake stand to display them. Learn to turn HoHos into frogs on a log HERE at Gourmet Mom on-the-Go. {spotted on One Pretty Thing}

Mini Merry Christmas Posted: 09 Nov 2011 08:49 AM PST This simple little design expresses the delight of the holiday season. It will be quick to stitch and fun to display. Get the freebie from il Mondo di Ezechiele.

Free ornament tutorials Posted: 09 Nov 2011 08:05 AM PST Here are a couple more projects from vintage umbrella‘s 24 Days of Handmade Ornaments that use scraps and tidbits from your stash to make new keepsakes for your friends and family. See the pipecleaner doll tute. See the matryoshka doll tute.

Easy Edible Leaves Posted: 09 Nov 2011 08:00 AM PST Ever feel like an idiot trying to make edible leaves? Or, ever feel like you might feel like an idiot trying to make edible leaves? Fear not, cuz 1 Fine Cookie promises they are so easy, even an idiot can do them. I believe her. And look how pretty they are. I love the ones stuck to cake…

Bumper Sticker Inspired Ornaments Posted: 09 Nov 2011 06:50 AM PST These ornaments were inspired by bumper stickers from Point Lookout, New York. From some oval shaped wood pieces and paint these great ornaments were born. You can get the how to over at That’s My Letter — “O” is for Ornaments #2.

How to cut and lay a recycled end grain wood floor and enter to win a copy of the book Building with Secondhand Stuff Posted: 09 Nov 2011 07:05 AM PST If you are handy with a saw and like building stuff then pop on over to Craftside and leave a comment to get yourself in the running for a copy of Building With Secondhand Stuff: How to Re-Claim, Re-Vamp, Re-Purpose & Re-Use Salvaged & Leftover Building Materials and while there read the awesome tutorial…

Stitching on impulse Posted: 09 Nov 2011 07:04 AM PST Jen of Bayou Quilts and Dolls lets us look over her shoulder as she experiments with improvisational stitching on eco-dyed fabrics. She says, “The embroidery is mostly simple stitching and is spontaneous, not planned or from a pattern.” Beautiful. See more at her blog post.

Free pattern: Toddler mittens Posted: 09 Nov 2011 06:50 AM PST Small Dream Factory shares a free pattern and tutorial on their blog for making a a pair of mittens for a toddler.  They’re made without thumbs for ease of dressing and ease of construction.  A fabric ribbon connects them and keeps the pair from getting separated. Get the pattern and tutorial. [photo from Small Dream Factory]

Tutorial: Little girl’s pleated bubble dress Posted: 09 Nov 2011 06:29 AM PST Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shows how to create a simple church dress for a little girl. It pairs a plain bodice with a pleated bubble skirt.  A pretty bow at the waist finishes it off.  Get the tute. [photo from Shwin & Shwin]

Project: Fall Bird House Posted: 09 Nov 2011 06:23 AM PST I’m in love with this amazing mixed media bird house! Shelly from Stamptramp shares how she made it and even links to the house pattern. Click here for more detailed info and pics. -Heather

Tutorial: Felt and doily Christmas ornament Posted: 09 Nov 2011 06:23 AM PST Christie from A Lemon Squeezy Home guest blogs at Craft Snob with a tutorial showing how to make a simple but beautiful Christmas ornament from felt and a small doily.  Get the tute. [photo from A Lemon Squeezy Home on Craft Snob]

Tutorial: Ruffle felt flower embellishment Posted: 09 Nov 2011 06:18 AM PST Kim from The Small Things Blog guest posts at seven thirty three with a tutorial showing how to make her ruffled felt flower embellishment.  Add a little clip to it to make a it hair accessory or brooch.  You could even clip the little flower as decoration and small giftie on a Christmas package. Get the…

Tutorial: Penguin ornaments Posted: 09 Nov 2011 06:03 AM PST Your Christmas tree needs a penguin parade! Make one using the quick and easy tutorial from Lazy Bassett for felt-appliqued softie ornaments. Go to the tute.

Stitch a pretty trinket box Posted: 09 Nov 2011 05:02 AM PST Here’s a rockin idea from Sylvia of Windy River Beadwork & Embroidery. She says, I started with a little paper maché box which I coated with several layers of a translucent metallic gold acrylic paint. I then embroidered little tops for each box and glued them onto the box tops…Voila – a series of little trinket boxes! The…

Tutorial | Understanding Exposure Posted: 09 Nov 2011 05:00 AM PST Carly Webber at My Life in Colour, explains in depth about the relationship between ISO, Shutter Speed and Aperture to help you understand perfect exposure. Click here to go to the tutorial.

The Scarf That Wasn’t…… Posted: 09 Nov 2011 04:50 AM PST This ‘scarf’ started life as a wool sweater composed of brown wool squares complimented with off white tapestry style stitching.  It came to me from a thrift store where I found it and decided it would be a good choice for the wool felt coasters I wanted to make.  Just cut those squares up, toss them in the wash, and…

Incredible Star Wars Cookies… From Other Cutters Posted: 09 Nov 2011 04:34 AM PST Please all baking Star Wars fans, please click HERE immediately (no need to read the rest of this post) to see the Star Wars cookie decorating perfection from The Sweet Adventures of Sugarbelle. And no extra cookie cutters purchased. The genius that is Callye found cutters in her own collection to make them.

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