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Tuesday, November 1, 2011

“Guest Tutorial: Thanksgiving Trivia Cornucopia” plus 43 more

“Guest Tutorial: Thanksgiving Trivia Cornucopia” plus 43 more


Guest Tutorial: Thanksgiving Trivia Cornucopia

Posted: 01 Nov 2011 03:45 AM PDT

Thanksgiving Trivia CornucopiaI have a real treat for you today! I’ve contacted a handful of talented crafters and asked them to create a project just for you, so keep your eyes peeled for some fun guest tutorials! Our first guest poster is Melody from CraftyButt. Melody has a hilarious wit and makes adorable projects for your home. And get this, today…


Tricky Pumpkin Cake

Posted: 01 Nov 2011 03:59 AM PDT

Oh, Amanda, you tricky trickster. Of course, given your prolific and genius cake past (or here or here or of course here), we expected a pumpkin inside your “pumpkin surprise cake,” but most certainly not a Rice Krispies Treats pumpkin cake. Find it HERE at i am baker.


Ideas for Leftover Halloween Candy

Posted: 01 Nov 2011 03:15 AM PDT

I know, Halloween isn’t even over and I’m already posting ideas for all the leftover candy. But good to be prepared for tomorrow. Find a roundup of ideas to use leftover candy HERE at Woman’s Day, including candy corn fudge (so sugar on top of sugar, yum).


Noel Hart Hot Glass Sculptor and Artist

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 11:29 PM PDT

Found another video for you to watch with another fabulous glass artist, Noel Hart, who is based out of Australia. Thanks to the Gaffer Girls over on Facebook for posting this. They can be so helpful sometimes with my blog posts.


Meet the Artist – Paul Marioni

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 11:08 PM PDT

I know I just recently posted something about the Marioni family here but I’ve found a YouTube video that Corning has posted talking with Paul Marioni, the patriarch of the family and one of the revolutionary glass artists. So here is a link to it. I also recommend checking out some of their other “Meet the Artist” videos.…


Tutorial: Hawaiian quilted pillow cover

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 09:07 PM PDT

Learn how to make this pretty Hawaiian quilted pillow cover over at Martha Stewart. A small project like this is ideal for beginning quilters, so much less threatening than a full size bed quilt. Go to tutorial.

Image credit: Martha Stewart


Newsy: Online study group on creativity

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 08:32 PM PDT

Annie from Annie’s Quilting Stash will be hosting a study group starting in November using the book, shown. The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron is a classic book on creativity. I own it and can wholeheartedly recommend it. Go here for details.

Image credit: Annie’s Quilting Stash


Happy Creepy Halloween!

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 08:14 PM PDT

Where I am, the small guys are done their trick or treating and the big kids are at the city’s Spookeramas. All the good ghosts and ghouls are stuffed on candies and scary stories. Here’s a Monday Mosaic chock full of some good, creepy clay to celebrate the day!

1. Polymer clay Halloween, 2. Polymer Clay Gingerbread


Tutorial: ‘Love Blossoms’ mini quilt

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 08:04 PM PDT

Carol at FunThreads made this small art quilt for her swap partner and liked it so much she made another one to keep. If you like it, you can make one too. Go to tutorial.

Image credit: FunThreads


The Smartist – Bullseye Glass

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 05:55 PM PDT

I need to share this blog post by Lani over at Bullseye Glass. It shows pictures of the inside of the Bullseye hot shop where the sheet glass is made. When all of you out in blog land get over to Bullseye you need to get a factory tour. It’s amazing! So back to the post…they were hosting…


Last Minute Halloween Candle Wraps

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 05:14 PM PDT

I love looking at all the spooky displays at Halloween.  It seems easier (and cheaper) to decorate compared to other holidays.

Angie at The Country Chic Cottage shared this, just in case you need a quick Halloween candle decorating idea.

You’ll need a pillar candle, ribbon and stickers for this adorable candle wrap.  See Easy Halloween Candle Wraps for…


Homemade : The Heart and Science of Handcrafts Giveaway

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 04:11 PM PDT

Homemade: The Heart and Science of Handcrafts
By: Carol Endler Sterbenz, Harry Bates

We are giving 5 Lucky CraftGossip readers the chance to get their hands on this fantastic book. Clearly a must-have for your crafting library.

For your chance to win tell us below what is the craft you would most like to try but still have…


Canvas Map Art

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 12:50 PM PDT

Canvas Map ArtI’m sure you’ve figured out by now that I love maps. I’m always on the look out for some new map craft or home decor project, and today I came across this fun canvas grouping on Creative Juices for Decor. Check out the tute here — MAP + Canvas = Love.


Project: Paper Tree from Scalloped Circles

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 01:32 PM PDT

If you are like me you have TONS of scraps of pretty paper and you just can’t bring your self to throw them out, right? Well this project is perfect for all those lovely, lonely scraps, why not die cut or punch them into scallop circles and make a wonderful holiday tree. Find instructions for making your own tree over…


How to Make Christmas Decorations” eBook

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 01:22 PM PDT

Be sure to get over to "favecrafts" and get your FREE "How to Make Christmas Decorations” eBook today.  This book is filled with crafts for all type of crafters; so craft yourself a very Merry Christmas.

 

 

 

 


Starry Bedroom Light

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 10:00 AM PDT

Starry Bedroom LightInspired by something she had pinned on Pinterest, Tamsyn made this fun star themed light fixture for her son’s bedroom. See the post here at Max and Me — Pinterest Challenge.


Eye candy: tinytoadstool’s berets

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 11:07 AM PDT

See a breathtaking survey of the evolution of tinytoadstool‘s gorgeous embroidered felt berets–a mosaic she created as a portfolio for an exhibition. Go to her post.


White Caramel Inspiration Board

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 11:07 AM PDT

 

 

I was literally unwrapping a caramel to eat when I came across this beautiful inspiration board at Postcards & Pretties! I love the neutral yet dreamy feel of this lovely color combination.


Pattern and tutorial: Star ornament

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 10:06 AM PDT

Troublet of The Trouble with Crafting shares another Stashbustin’ Ornament: a folk-art star. Go to her post for the pattern and tute.


Goblin Bread

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 10:00 AM PDT

So I will leave you with at least one last-minute do-able snack idea before you head out and fill up on candy… goblin flatbread. Make it HERE at Martha Stewart.


File Away for Next Year: Glow in the Dark Punch

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 09:50 AM PDT

Dang, it’s too late for this Halloween (cuz stuff has to freeze overnight), so I hope I remember to post this early next year. Or, for any mad scientist or space age or themed party where glow-in-the-dark is very important… learn to make glow in the dark punch HERE at Chow.


Kitty Litter Cake

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 09:39 AM PDT

The kitty litter cake is by far just about the grossest thing I’ve ever seen. I can barely even look at it as I post (maybe because I have three cats?). And thus, perfect for Halloween, yes? Find the recipe and how-tos HERE at Amanda’s Cookin’, from our very own Amanda, who dares do this to me.


AAQI grants for Alzheimers’ research

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 09:05 AM PDT

KerryKatieCakes, who is an active proponent of the Alzheimers’ Art Quilt Initiative, shares a bit of information of how the charity spends its money. You’ll want to read this. Go to her blog post.


Tin Can Utensil Holders

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 07:00 AM PDT

Tin Can Utensil HoldersHere’s a fun way to hold your utensils, with recycled cans you’ve used in your kitchen! The DIY Network has several other ideas for fun storage solutions here — Clever Organizers: Can the Clutter : Home Improvement : DIY Network.


Invent a collection

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 08:04 AM PDT

Jules of Adventures in Thread had a collection of small embroideries she’d done a couple of years ago. What do you do with little tidbits such as those? She put them together into an Edwardian Nature Scrapbook Page, inspired by mixed-media collections she’s seen on the web. Brilliant! See more at her blog post.


Review:Neat Container

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 08:00 AM PDT

Recently I had the chance to check out the Neat Container Storage system, which is part of a Craft Gossip Giveaway. It is a handy storage system that comes with storage bins in a wide range of sizes. The set I tested has eight of the the size #1 (six-inch wide) shoe box pod, eight of the #3 (four-inch…


How to make a recycled egg birthday “card” or message container

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 07:43 AM PDT

The egg is such a pretty shape and I love crafting with them. Read all about how Lauren of the blog Homemade by Lauren took an egg and made it special inside and out!


Tutorial: Weathered and grungy toddler jeans

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 07:16 AM PDT

Elvi from LoLovie shows how to make wondrously weathered jeans for toddlers.  They look like they’d be high-priced designer jeans, but they’re actually made out of run-of-the-mill jeans.  The grunged up jeans are awesome for little boys, but could also be cute for little girls.  Get the tute.

[photo from LoLovie]


Crafty faves meet up in Texas

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 07:03 AM PDT

Read the story of an epic meet-up! Virtual friends Kristin Roach of Craft Leftovers, Diane Gilleland of CraftyPod, and Rachel Hobson of Average Jane Crafter met in Rachel’s home town for some real-time socializing and crafting. You’ll enjoy all of Kristin’s photos, including a peek into Rachel’s unloose studio. Go to Kristin’s post.


Tutorial: Make a cable knit stocking out of an old sweater

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 06:52 AM PDT

Sara from Making Life shows how to create a cable knit Christmas stocking out of an old sweater.  If you don’t have an unloved sweater shoved into the deepest recesses of your dresser, you can also find them inexpensively at thrift stores.   You don’t have to stick with the traditional Christmas colors.  I’m LOVING the turqouise that s he…


Tutorial: Shirred maternity tunic top out of a man’s button down shirt

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 06:42 AM PDT

Megan from DIY Maternity guest blogs at Prudent Baby with a tutorial showing how to create a shirred maternity tunic top out of a man’s button down shirt.  The top is inspired by a similar shirt from Anthropologie, but Megan adapts it for maternity wear and does it for a fraction of the cost. 


Freebie: Winter Bear Digital Stamps

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 06:33 AM PDT

Visit the free download section of the Stamp Fairy digital stamps and download these adorable winter bears.

-Heather


Tutorial: Flannel pillow cover with tuxedo detail

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 06:33 AM PDT

Sew4Home shares a tutorial for making a set of pillowcases with unique tuxed0-style detailing at the side panel.  The pillow covers are made from a flannel fabric for a soft place to lay your head, but get a formal twist with a pleated inset made to look like the front of a tuxedo shirt.  Get the tute.

[photo from Sew4Home]


Tutorial: Pin Pouffe at Whip Up

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 06:30 AM PDT

The British guards and red bus make this pin cushion fabulous. Maker Sandra from Herzensart did a guest post at Whip Up where she shares how she did it. Go to the Pin Pouffe Tutorial.


Tutorial: Gathered skirt with ric rac stripes

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 06:24 AM PDT

Elizabeth from Simple Simon & Co. shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a girl’s gathered skirt with ric rac stripes.  She shows it as a last minute Halloween skirt, but I think it would be cute year-round.  Get the tutorial.

[photo from Simple Simon & Co.]


Who is that tattoed man?

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 06:02 AM PDT

Mimi Kirchner‘s broad-chested tattooed men always give me a smile of pleasure. But her description of this gentleman made me laugh out loud with delight: Santa on vacation. Yes! I always suspected that Santa was secretly hot! See more views of this awesome art doll at Mimi’s post.


Freebie | Handwritten Fonts

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 06:00 AM PDT

Choose from a variety of free handwritten fonts over on Miss Tina. Click here to go to downloads.


Spooky Halloween Drinks

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 05:57 AM PDT

Everything is scarier when it watches you. Find a roundup of ideas for serving drinks this Halloween HERE at Better Homes and Gardens.


Neat Containers Giveaway

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 05:52 AM PDT

Thanks to our recent review  on Neat Containers we have the chance to give away 1 x 20 pc combo kit to 1 lucky CraftGossip.com reader.

Here is some of the things Connie had to say

“ After you put the pods together, you set up a five column system that is demonstrated in a video on the website.


What’s Your Skill Level and How Do You Know?

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 05:43 AM PDT

Crochet patterns are often ranked according to some scale of Difficulty Rating.  Books, magazines, and websites often use a system to categorize their patterns based on some perceived skill levels.  Are these real differences?  Are they written in granite?  Who decides the difficulty level?

Beginning crochet lessons usually begin with worsted weight yarn and a G or H hook.  That…


Crafting Rebellion & Betsey Johnson Giveaway

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 05:30 AM PDT

 

 

CraftingRebellion.com wants to kick off their new crafting tutorial website with a Betsey Johnson “Hearts and Chains” purse giveaway. The “Rebel Crafter” says “who doesn’t need a fabulous purse?”.

Just head over to CraftingRebellion.com and take a look at their recent project posts and tutorials. Then come back here and comment below…


Inspiration: Threads and Patches

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 05:01 AM PDT

This crazy-quilt block by Marjolein of Threads and Patches is as good as a textbook for creating an interesting and complex yet harmonious design. Each detail deserves attention. Like the drooping grape clusters. Or the tiny silk-ribbon-rosette flowers. Or the meandering yellow ribbon vine. But taken as a whole, the colors, textures, and images are a perfect blend.…


Freebie | I am Thankful Journaling Cards

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 05:00 AM PDT

Leslie Oman at Hungry Heffy Crafts created these printable journaling cards that are perfect for Thanksgiving, or any gratitude project. Click here to go to the download.


Halloween Cooler

Posted: 31 Oct 2011 04:54 AM PDT

Such a good idea, and easy to do last minute… cool down drinks for your party in a pumpkin. Find the how-tos HERE at Martha Stewart.


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