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Thursday, December 1, 2011

“{Real Wedding} Chrissy & Ryan” plus 47 more

“{Real Wedding} Chrissy & Ryan” plus 47 more


{Real Wedding} Chrissy & Ryan

Posted: 01 Dec 2011 04:23 AM PST

There are so many details to love about this real wedding posted at Love & Lavender, but I was especially taken with the painting station pictured here! What a fun activity for you guests, and a sweet memento of the day. For more creative inspiration see the full post here.


Freebie | Rustic Wood Type Holiday Printables

Posted: 01 Dec 2011 04:00 AM PST

Here’s another great set of printables from Ellinee for your DIY Holiday planning. The set includes and invitation, tags, labels and more. Click here to go to the download.


Inspiration du Jour | Me Today

Posted: 01 Dec 2011 03:00 AM PST

Kiss My Grits

Posted: 01 Dec 2011 01:00 AM PST

I am showing my age, but as Flo used to say, “Kiss my grits!” This freebie from Kincavel Krosses tells it like it is in a slightly coded way. And, so as not to offend anyone, I didn’t show an image of it. So, head over to get the free chart , if you aren’t offended by adult language.…


First December Giveaway – The Crochet Answer Book – 12/1/2011 through 12/6/2011 ONLY

Posted: 01 Dec 2011 12:01 AM PST

This is a really useful and handy book written by crochet expert Edie Eckman.  Any crocheter will benefit from having a copy in her/his crochet library.

Win a copy for yourself or a gift!  Simply enter the name of your favorite crochet book in the ‘Comments’ Section below.  Your entry will be assigned a number.  The winner will be…


Glass Casting Plaster

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 11:03 PM PST

As those of you that read this here blog occasionally know, I’ve been casting glass. And I really enjoy it. So every once and awhile I need to share information about great products that help me do what I do and can help you too. R&R, also known as Ransom and Randolf, makes casting plaster that’s perfect for…


How to: Stained Glass Mosaic from HGTV

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 10:37 PM PST

Meandering around the interwebs has sent me over to HGTV of all places. And I found a how-to for a mosaic that’s from the Carol Duvall Show. Wow! Is that still on TV? I think at like 5am or something like that. Anyway…it’s a pretty cute project and it’s something that can…


Crochet Trim for Candle Jar Tutorial

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 08:04 PM PST

Lucy from Attic24 shows her creative flair with this fun crochet trim pattern for a votive holder. It helps that she has an eye for color and is a brilliant photographer!

She encourages you to make it your own by adding individual touches. For a festive feel, I'm thinking bells, sparkles, beads or bows.

See Pretty Crochet Trim for Lucy's…


Art for Everyday brings Indian handicrafts to a global audience

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 07:54 PM PST

 

 

Art for Everyday

Art for Everyday, or AfDay is a new Indian website that sells items that encapsulate the art in everyday life. The site was started by a business graduate (Rashmi Daga) who is passionate about art and has combined her both loves (business and art) into one site.

The site sells items that are typical of an Indian…


Back soon, Flea Market Fancy fabric line

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 06:44 PM PST

Did I read it right? Flea Market Fancy by Denyse Schmidt is arriving at Hawthorne Threads February 2012. I did. *Yippee ki yay!!! There were many bloggers who petitioned Free Spirit to bring this popular fabric line back. I did a post about it here. This photo is from the first release. Go to Hawthorne Threads to see


Last Call for Emerge at Bullseye

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 06:36 PM PST

The deadline is approaching! I know I’m getting my act together to get my application in. But Bullseye is sending out a reminder since the deadline is December 7th. Hurry!! What am I talking about? Emerge…Bullseye’s glass competition for emerging kiln forming artists. I’m submitting my cast piece. We’ll hope for the best…


Walktopus, A Work-In-Progress Bronze Sculpture by Scott Musgrove

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 05:54 PM PST

 

Soon to be a bronze sculpture. This rocks.

Check out scott musgrove’s website to see more of his pairings and sculptures.

Walktopus, A Work-In-Progress Bronze Sculpture by Scott Musgrove.


Taxidermy Deer LEGO Kit

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 04:31 PM PST

 

 

I was just thinking today that there needed to be be more DIY lego kit instructions out there. this one rocks.

Taxidermy Deer LEGO Kit.


Tutorial: Sew a cover for your ironing board

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 03:54 PM PST

An ironing board is a functional item, but there’s no reason why it can’t  be pretty, too.  Sew4Home shows how to make a new cover for your ironing board.  Get the how-to.

[photo from Sew4Home]


Tutorial: Ruffled fleece cape for an 18″ doll

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 03:34 PM PST

Maridith from Strictly Homemade shares with a tutorial showing how to make a ruffled fleece cape for an 18″ doll.  It’s a doll-sized version of a cape she made for her daughter from a pattern by Seamingly SmittenGet the tute for making the doll-sized cape.

[photo from Strictly Homemade]

[via Seamingly Smitten]


Tutorial: Ribbon from fabric scraps

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 03:18 PM PST

Dana from MADE shows how to turn your fabric scraps into pretty ribbon. Never buy store-bought ribbon again, go to tutorial.

Image credit: MADE


Tutorial: Felt Circle Petal Pillow

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 03:06 PM PST

Rachel from Maybe Matilda  shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a wonderfully textured throw pillow covered in felt circle petals.  You could cut all of the circles by hand like she did, but if you have a die cutter (like a Sizzix) this would be a good time to bring out the circle die! 


Newsy: Pretty in Patchwork: Holidays

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 03:01 PM PST

John Holly from Quilt Dad is celebrating the release of his book Pretty in Patchwork:Holidays by Lark Crafts. Check out his Christmas in the City quilt shown in his announcement post. Plus, he lists all the contributors for the book; many names are instantly recognizable. Others I’m sure we’ll want to meet. Click HERE to find out


Woven Rope Pendant Lamp

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 12:31 PM PST

Woven Rope Pendant LampAshley created this fabulous light fixture using a wire hanging planter and some sisal. She said “I realized how significantly great light fixtures can change a room”. How right she is! She’ll give you the how to on this light fixture over at DesignSponge — diy project: woven rope pendant lamp.


DIY Hurricane Vases

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 12:53 PM PST

I was charmed by the glass hurricane vases I discovered at Stonewash and Bloom! At about $2 a pop, they’re budget friendly and so pretty! These would make lovely centerpieces or accents for any wedding event! Click here for a quick and easy tutorial!


DIY Tassel Garland

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 12:34 PM PST

Learn how to DIY your own festive tassel garland with a step by step tutorial created by Chelsea of Lovely Indeed. The tutorial is featured at The Sweetest Occasion. So fun for bridal showers, weddings, and more!


Welcome to Our Home

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 11:00 AM PST

Don’t you just love how some random text in a movie can inspire a stitcher to pick up a needle and floss after a “LONG TIME”? This now hangs in Spacefern’s entryway adding that perfect homey touch. Learn what movie inspired the stitch.


Random Tutorial Generator

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 09:30 AM PST

Ok Pinterest addicts, stumblers and craft bloggers, listen up. There’s a new site in town that’s totally fun and possibly time consuming (in a good way) that provides you with a random craft tutorial every time you hit the button. And it really is a cute little red button! You must try it. — Random Tutorial Generator.


Tutorial: Pepperminty advent calendar

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 10:07 AM PST

Jenny of allsorts created this sweet advent garland by stitching little felt envelopes with cotton floss and embroidering their numbers with the same thread. She aptly calls them Peppermint Pouches. And she’s sharing her pattern and tutorial for your personal use. Go to her post.


Porte-aiguilles Black Work Project – Needle Book

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 10:00 AM PST

Needles are pesky little critters – they always seem to be wandering off. But not if you make up a porte-aiguilles or needle holder. Chez Mounette has a chart and instructions for doing just that. And, while the blog is in French, the photos are all you need to figure out how to make one of your own. This…


25 days of Christmas craftiness

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 09:06 AM PST

The blog of American Felt & Craft is rockin 25 Days of Felt Christmas Crafts! First up, a sweet, simple little house by Claire Chauvin, perfect for lighting from within via a battery-operated tea light. Make a whole village! Go to the post for the link to the tutorial.


Strolling with a Baby Carriage Chart

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 09:00 AM PST

A little lady with a baby or a girl with a doll – you be the judge. This little chart from Un Jour Une Grille will make a cute project for a girl’s room. This blog always has such cute charts and there’s a new one daily! Get the free chart.


Tutorial: Zippered hoodie to buttoned jacket

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 08:38 AM PST

Havalah from Sisters Sisters shows how she refashioned a zip up hoodie into a buttoned sweatshirt jacket.  The jacket is just as soft and warm as the hoodie, but has a cooler vibe.  Get the tute.

[photo from Sisters Sisters]

[via Refashion Co-op]


The Muppets Cookies

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 08:15 AM PST

Given how much I’ve been posting on Muppets food of late, my love of The Muppets is pretty evident. But how could I not post on this Muppet cookie perfection? You must see these cookies individually in all their glorious detail HERE at Oh Sugar! Events. Wow.


A baby in a bunting

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 08:05 AM PST

How to make a ribbon organizer

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 07:54 AM PST

Gentlemen start your engines! Or in our case here at Craft Gossip Recycling, crafters raid your recycled bin and get your Christmas gift wrapping station in perfect organization with this awesome recycled ribbon organizer tutorial. Pop on over to the blog Moi-Kapelka for the step-by-step tutorial on how to make a recycled ribbon organizer.


Penguin Pop Rice Krispies Treats

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 07:50 AM PST

Why are penguins so inherently cute? I can’t even imagine an un-cute penguin. Certainly not in the hands of Beth from Hungry Happenings. Find the step-by-steps to make Penguin Rice Krispies Treats pops HERE at Hungry Happenings.


No-Bake Santa Cookies

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 07:39 AM PST

I’m all about the shortcuts during the craziness of the holiday season. (Who am I kidding, I’m always all about the shortcuts.) Make Santas from Nutter Butters HERE at Come Together Kids.


Trendy Nail Styles for Brides

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 07:36 AM PST

Belle {The Magazine} shares a variety of fun and trendy ways for brides to glam up their nails! Click here for inspiration.


The Grinch Who Stole Lunch

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 07:29 AM PST

Ooh, what better way to sneak in more spinach than the Grinch. Find the Grinch lunch HERE at Kitchen Fun with My 3 Sons.


PEEPS Holiday Art Contest

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 07:22 AM PST

You know how giddy I get every year when the Washington Post Peeps Show contest comes around at Eastertime (that creativity-inspiring contest where contestants create dioramas of significant works of art, literature or current events using Peeps as the main characters). Well, going straight to the source, the PEEPS peeps themselves are hosting their


Fiber arts go onlocation

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 07:04 AM PST

Caroline of An Snag Breac Beo gives us a glimpse through her lens at the wonderful fiber art on display as part of the onlocation exhibit at Carrick-on-Shannon, Ireland. She has work in the show–the diorama shown above. You have to see the other photos of this piece to fully appreciate how clever and unique it is.


Tutorial: Boy’s Christmas tee with embroidered patch and layered sleeves

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 06:56 AM PST

Dawn from Designed by Dawn Nicole shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a boy’s Christmas shirt with faux layered sleeves.  I love this design – it’s Christmas-y while still being all boy! A stenciled patch telling everyone, “I’m on Santa’s nice list” is embellished with contrasting handstitching.   Get the tutorial.

[photo from Designed by Dawn Nicole]


Snowman Poop Tic Tac Printable

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 06:47 AM PST

Giggle. Because “poop” is giggle-y, yes? (The hilarity that is “poop” has hit my 4-year old’s pre-K class, that’s for sure.) Find a free printable for Snowman Poop Tic Tacs HERE at The pharMa blog.


Free pattern: Little Red Riding Hood Christmas Ornament

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 06:37 AM PST

Christy from Sweet Tidings Handmade guest blogs in the Simply Christmas series at Shabby Art Boutique with a free pattern and tutorial for making a cute Little Red Riding Hood Christmas ornament.  I’m loving the sweet, retro vibe it gives!  Get the tute.

[photo from Sweet Tidings Handmade on Shabby Art Boutique]


Breadwarmer Basket guest post at Me Making Do

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 06:27 AM PST

I’ve got a tutorial for making a quick, easy Christmas gift to share with you today, but you won’t find it here on Craft Gossip. You’ll have to mosey on over to Me Making Do, where I’m guest posting in Heather’s Crafty Creative Christmas series. 

I’ll show you how to make a Breadwarmer Basket, with a reversible fabric…


My Sweet and Saucy Wedding Cakes

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 06:19 AM PST

For some gorgeous wedding cake inspiration be sure to visit My Sweet and Saucy! From bohemian drama to modern geometrics to romantic lace and ruffles: these cakes are simply stunning!


Tutorial: Fussy Cut Quilted Coasters

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 06:15 AM PST

Gwen from Gwenny Penny shows how to make her Fussy Cut Quilted Coasters.  Her tutorial is the first post in her Haul Out The Holly series.  A set of these fabric coasters would make a great Christmas gift! Get the tutorial.

[photo from Gwenny Penny]


Technique: Glittery Embossed Letters

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 06:07 AM PST

 

How pretty and sparkly are these letters? Shelley from Stamptramp shares how to use chipboard, glitter glue and ultra thick embossing powder (UTEE) to make them.

-Heather


Tutorial: Stitching your handwriting

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 06:03 AM PST

Dana of Water Penny has a different technique for transferring handwriting to fabric for embroidery. See her tute.


New Year’s Eve Treats

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 05:31 AM PST

Too early to start thinking about New Year’s? I’m not saying start making resolutions or anything… Find a roundup of New Year’s treats and crafts ideas HERE at Parents, including clock cookie pops from yours truly and these countdown treats from A Subtle Revelry. (There are treats inside there, how clever is that?)


Inspiration: Stitch Therapy

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 05:02 AM PST

Stitch Therapy calls this work Existential Doily. Perfect. And true. To see more of her work, go to her blog.


Tutorial | Christmas Wishes Mini Album

Posted: 30 Nov 2011 05:00 AM PST

Lowri from Paper Vine takes you through the steps to creating this mini album completely from scrapbook papers. She also used the same technique to make notebooks by substituting plain papers for the pages. Click here to go to the tutorial.


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