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Friday, November 4, 2011

“Xylophone Wall Art” plus 48 more

“Xylophone Wall Art” plus 48 more


Xylophone Wall Art

Posted: 04 Nov 2011 03:45 AM PDT

Xylophone Wall ArtMichell is no stranger to being featured here on Craft Gossip. She has some amazing ideas and this Xylophone Wall Art is no exception. I love how adorable this is and how much it looks like the real thing! Head over to Girl in Air and she’ll show you how she did it — Xylophone Wall Art.


November Photo Challenge | Gratitude

Posted: 04 Nov 2011 04:00 AM PDT

Join Dani at positivelypresent in a 30 Day photo challenge focusing on gratitude. The idea behind the challenge is to help you be more present, and to focus on the things you are grateful about. Of course being scrapbookers, these photos would also make a great mini-album! Click here for more information.


Inspiration du Jour | I Love the 80s

Posted: 04 Nov 2011 03:00 AM PDT

Book: ‘Everyone Can Quilt’ by Kaye Wood

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 10:01 PM PDT

Kaye in her intro to Everyone Can Quilt with Kaye Wood: 100+ Tips, Techniques, Templates & Projects divides quilters into two camps, the pointed and the pointless. According to Amazon, the first sentence of the book is,

I used to think I could teach anyone to match points, but my life won’t be long enough, and some of you


DIY: Fabric House Ornament

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 09:21 PM PDT

Kim from retro mama shows how to make these adorable fabric house ornaments. She said she used quilting cotton scraps for the parts of the house. The numbers are from the fabric selvages. So clever! Go to tutorial.


Tip: Making Button Holes

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 08:24 PM PDT

I’m pretty sure everyone knew before me but the bestest trick for making consistent button holes? A corn cob poke. Since I’ve been making all sorts of buttons, I grabbed a package of them at the dollar store. This poke has the wires squeezed a little more closely (used pliers for that). I have one where the wires are…


LL’S Magnetic Clay Detox Bath’s Review

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 07:42 PM PDT

So it is that time of year again, christmas parties, dinners, drinks etc. We are all guilty of it …………… overindulgence with a capital O that is. I can’t help but notice “detoxing” skyrockets at this time of year. I am a big fan of detoxing I love colonics, drinking ghastly concoctions, eating nothing but fruit for a week I…


Tutorial, Yarn Topiaries

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 06:53 PM PDT

These are pretty cool, and just plain pretty! I love all of the golds and shades of browns and rusts that signify fall.

And what a pretty centerpiece idea, scraps of yarn, combined with cones and decorated with bits of fluff and buttons… brings the flavors of the season into your home.

This tutorial is from the Crafts…


Have you got a Collection Obsession?

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 06:50 PM PDT

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Doron Ofir Casting is now seeking unique collectors for the hit documentary television show, "My Collection Obsession." The series focuses on individuals with the most unique and impressive collections and obsessions across America. Whether it's a passion for vacuum cleaners or Dolly Parton, "My Collection Obsession" aims to find the ultimate collectors and uncover the biggest and best collections…


Winter Wedding Gel Candle Favors

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 06:28 PM PDT

There's something about sparkly candles and winter weddings that go well together. With gel candles, you can create winter scenes or leave them clear for an icy look.

These simple gel candles that are embellished with silver snowflakes would make lovely favors.

For more winter wedding favor ideas, visit Wedding To Be: Winter Wedding Favors and Bomboniere.


Dr. Seuss Playroom

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 04:10 PM PDT

Dr. Seuss PlayroomWow, now I wish I was a kid again so I could play in here! This play room is completely Dr. Seuss themed and makes for a fabulous place for children to explore their imaginations. Head over to Sisteroo to see the Dr. Seuss Playroom.


Ta Dah!: Robots baby quilt

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 06:00 PM PDT

Spied at Ramona’s Handwork she said she created the theme by fussy cutting some robot fabric she picked up at Hobby Lobby. So cute. Read more about it here.

Image credit: Ramona’s Handwork


Tutorial: Button tree autumn t-shirt

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 05:41 PM PDT

Jen from My Own Road guest blogs at Tatertots and Jello with a tutorial showing how to make an autumn-themed t-shirt for girls.  An appliqued tree trunk is covered in colorful button leaves.  Cute, cute!!  Get the how-to.

[photo from My Own Road on Tatertots and Jello]


Congratulations………………

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 05:21 PM PDT

 

Thank you to all who entered the  Terra Firma Giveaway    the competition is now closed and the lucky winner is ………… drumroll please……….Congrats Bev I have sent you an email informing you of your win!

 

 

 


Urban Softies – Chilly the Penguin

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 05:14 PM PDT

Pigs and alligators and wolves. Oh My!

And dogs and lions and now, a Penguin!

From Urban Softies, Chilly the Penguin is a free pattern to download.

Hurry, Go HERE – He’s cold!!

 


Tutorial: Sunprint your fabric using Dye-na-Flow transparent fabric paint

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 04:37 PM PDT

Head over to Craftside where Stefanie Girard (editor of our Recycled Crafts section) shares a tutorial on how to use the sun’s rays and Dye-na-Flow transparent fabric paint to create custom fabric prints.  The tutorial is an excerpt from the book The Complete Fabric Artists’ Workshop by Susan Stein.  She’s also giving away a copy of…


Tutorial: “Vest of Friends” little girl’s fitted vest

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 04:22 PM PDT

Shauna from Shwin & Shwin shows how to make a fitted vest for a little girl.  It’s inspired by menswear, but gets a definite little girl vibe with a row of ruffles around the neck.  Get the tute.

[photo from Shwin & Shwin]


Witch’s Clothesline

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 01:09 PM PDT

Witch's ClotheslineDarn it, I meant to post this before Halloween ended. it’s too darn cute not to share though, so pack it away in your ideas for next year. I’ve seen elf clotheslines, Santa and Mrs. Claus clotheslines, but never a Halloween themed one. Love this! See it at Crafty Staci — Witch's Laundry Day.


Project: Stamped Pendants

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 02:12 PM PDT

You can make your own cool custom stamped jewelry by trapping your stamped image behind glazes in a varity of different settings. When Creativity Knocks shares some how to, tips and different styles for making your own pendants, click here to watch a video tutorial.

-Heather


Handmade Play Kitchen

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 10:08 AM PDT

Handmade Play KitchenLaura’s husband started with an old cabinet and counter and transformed it into this fabulous play kitchen for their daughter. Oh why weren’t these ideas around when I was little? He even tells you how he did it, so head over to Art For Little Hands to see the Handmade Play Kitchen.


Casting Glass Skulls

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 12:02 PM PDT

Thanks to the Gaffer Girls for this post. As I keep mentioning, I’m totally into glass casting!! Love love love it!! So when I see something about it I can share with all of you you know I will. Today you’ll see the process to make glass skulls. The casting process does scare people away because it has quite a…


Mentor a young stitcher

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 11:07 AM PDT

Barbara Bergsten of Create Needlepoint gives us the heads-up about a nonprofit needle arts mentoring program: “A project of Helping Hands Foundation, Inc. has been established to create community partnerships that promote and encourage relationships between adults and youth, fostering curiosity, creativity and a feeling of achievement through the teaching of needlearts.” Go to her blog


JMD’s monthly contest for subscribers

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 10:36 AM PDT

Calling all needleworkers and quilters. Join Janet M. Davies’ mailing list and get a chance to win one free design (your choice) in her monthly draw. Go to offer.


Felt Jingle-Bell Slippers tutorial

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 10:13 AM PDT

Keep your entire family and friends feet warm this winter with these Jingle-Bell Slippers from Martha Stewart's crafts section.  There is a template and instructions for these darling slippers.

 


Egg Flowers

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 10:07 AM PDT

Such a simple, genius idea to shape eggs into flowers using rings of peppers. Simple. Genius. I love it. Find it HERE at Apron Strings.


Needlepunch by Elsa Mora

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 10:06 AM PDT

Ooooooooo. Elsa Mora applies her unique style to needlepunch with gorgeous results. See more views of this fab necklace at her blog post.

Ed. note: Elsa Mora did not request or compensate this post.


Felt Christmas Snowman tutorial

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 10:01 AM PDT

Leigh-Anne D. of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, posted this darling little Snowman tutorial on "Cut out a + Keep".  She used a large cookie cutter or I am sure you can find a template of a snowman online. She has all the instructions online for you to follow.

 


How to make a cute crocheted recycled rug

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 09:49 AM PDT

I love to make simple yet dramatic projects that don’t require a lot of thought. That’s just what this is. A super easy crocheted circle rug. See more photos and the easy way featured on the blog Sew Sweet TV on how to crochet a recycled fabric and clothing rug.


Quilt Along kick-off at Gen X Quilters

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 09:37 AM PDT

Anne Marie from Gen X Quilters is hosting the Charmed Prints Quilt Along. She explains, it is perfect for charm packs, and an easy, customizable quilt that will be done in time for Xmas! Some participants have decided to use Christmas fabric instead. Anne Marie is doing a cute blue and orange boy-perfect quilt. Go here to find


Corn on the Cob Treat

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 09:27 AM PDT

Sweet and on a stick, right up my alley. Find the how-tos for making corn on the cob treats on sticks HERE at One Charming Party.


Felted bracelet giveaway @ Etsy Russian Team

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 09:23 AM PDT

This giveaway is being held on "Etsy Russian Team" so go over there and read their rules and enter to win the charming bracelet created by Gala, pictured above.  Be sure to enter on "Etsy Russian Team" not here.

 


Chocolate Googly Eyes

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 09:20 AM PDT

By now I assume you all know how into candy eyes I’ve been this year. I was supposed to give them up after Halloween, but I just can’t (I’m thinking of turkeys and Rudolph now, they have eyes). Maybe I can at least take them to a new level, like with these chocolate googly eyes from Mary and


Printable Tea Towel Calendar

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 07:07 AM PDT

Printable Tea Towel CalendarIf you’re looking for an inexpensive gift idea, you can download this tea towel calendar printable and make several of them for those on your gift list that enjoy time in the kitchen! Dollar Store Crafts has the how to — Printable Tea Towel Calendar – 2012 Download.


Apply for E.M.E.R.G.E.

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 09:05 AM PDT

The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen is accepting applicants for E.M.E.R.G.E. Craft Show Incubator–a program in which up to ten emerging artists receive mini-mentorships and featured placement in Guild shows throughout 2012. To find out more, see the post on Fiber Art Calls for Entry.


Pretzel Cabins

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 09:03 AM PDT

What’s even greater than a log cabin made with pretzels? Playing with a log cabin made with pretzels. At least that seems to be the case with the imaginative adventures clearly had HERE at flax & twine. The cabin instructions are from this issue of Action Pack: Sticks and Stones.


Giveaway: Prize pack worth $70

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 08:44 AM PDT

Get on over to Amy Barickman to get a chance to win a pack of assorted rick rack and jumbo rick rack in varying colors from Simplicity Creative Group’s Wrights brand plus several clothing and craft patterns from Indygo Junction that use rick rack. Contest ends Thursday, 11/3. Go to contest.

Image credit: Amy Barickman


The beauty of Ottoman tents

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 08:04 AM PDT

A post by Diana on the blog of the Textile Arts Center takes a look at Ottoman tents and the associated history and culture. You’ll enjoy the photos of these textile works of art as much as Diana’s description of their use. Go to the post.


Tutorial: Diaper changing pad and clutch

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 07:21 AM PDT

Jen from iCandy Handmade shows how to make a diaper changing pad and clutch.   The simple clutch has an easy Velcro closure and holds the waterproof changing pad, a pack of wipes, and a diaper or two.  Get the tutorial.

[photo from iCandy Handmade]


Tutorial: Throw pillow with oversized tone-on-tone monogram

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 07:13 AM PDT

Allison from Maybe Matilda shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a throw pillow with an oversized, tone-on-tone monogram.  Love!!   Get the tutorial.

[photo from Maybe Matilda]


Inspiration: While She Naps

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 07:03 AM PDT

What happens when Abbyjane of While She Naps receives a box of vintage linens from a friend? Birds with cutwork-lace wings emerge overnight! So pretty. Go to Abbyjane’s blog.

Ed. note: While She Naps did not request or compensate this post.


Tutorial: Faux fur luxe blanket and throw pillow

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 06:50 AM PDT

Sew4Home shows how to use faux fur to make a luxe blanket and throw pillow.  Get the how-to for making these beautiful home accessories.

[photo from Sew4Home]


Tutorial: Insert lace trim in your handmade garment

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 06:44 AM PDT

Sarai from Colette Patterns guest blogs at Gertie’s New Blog for Better Sewing with a tutorial showing how to add a lace insertion to a garment.  It’s part of her blog tour introducing her new book, The Colette Sewing Handbook.  In her example, she inserts lace trim around the hem of a…


Tutorial: Sew a sleeping bag for your child’s softies

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 06:31 AM PDT

The Sewing Dork shows how to make a simple sleeping bag for a child’s small stuffed animals and softies.  You can easily adjust the dimensions of the sack to accommodate a larger or smaller softie.  Get the tute.

[photo from The Sewing Dork]


Tip: Box for Thick Cards

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 06:10 AM PDT

Have you ever made a wonderful card, lots of great embellishments and thick layers and then think “Now, how in the world will this fit in an envelope?” Leslie over at Running with Scissors solved this problem by making her own matching box for this stunning fairy card she created. She shares her box making tips


Fall felt fling

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 06:02 AM PDT

American Felt and Craft is having a big sale through November 13. What perfect timing! Stock up now on supplies for your hand-stitched Christmas ornaments and projects. Go to the blog post.

Ed. note: American Felt and Craft did not request or compensate this post.


Suncatcher Snowflake

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 05:05 AM PDT

I used to crochet a lot of snowflake.  There are a gazillion free snowflake patterns online, each prettier or more complex than the other.  Pretty hard to find one I don’t like!  But, when I ran across this super fantastic Suncatcher Snowflake, I was enraptured.  I think it’s the prettiest crocheted snowflake I’ve ever seen.

You can get this and…


Owls for your Christmas tree

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 05:01 AM PDT

This sweet felt-applique softie is one of a new line of Christmas ornaments from Faith of ordinary mommy design. Go to her blog post for news about discounts and links to her Etsy listings.

Ed. note: Ordinary Mommy Design did not request or compensate this post.


Tutorial | Printing on fabric

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 05:00 AM PDT

Becky from Infarrantly Creative shows you how to print on fabric without having to buy special tools. You simply need common household supplies. Click here to go to the tutorial.


Pumpkin Spice Bread Cake Pops (and Yet Another Giveaway)

Posted: 03 Nov 2011 04:50 AM PDT

To answer the question that I know, I know has been weighing heavily on your minds… Yes. Yes, you can make cake pops from pumpkin bread. I tried it, thanks to Dassant. You see, they sent me four of their baking mixes. And I love them. And I made these. And they are giving one of my readers their…


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