“Etsy Shop of the Week – Storiarts” plus 44 more

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• Etsy Shop of the Week – Storiarts
• February Giveaway Winner is …….
• DIY Craft: How to Make a Pretty Fabric Rosette Necklace
• Free pattern: Felt bunny Easter egg cosy
• Free pattern: Pajamas and playclothes for a 15″ Disney princess doll
• Tutorial: Little girl’s pinafore
• Brisbane – prepare for the HIT US MUSICAL COMEDY, SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody
• Tutorial: Color Using Inktense Pencils
• Baby Bassinet Cookie Tutorial
• Giveaway: Black Sheep Note Cards
• DIY Light Cans
• Free pattern: Nine Patch Stars and Stripes
• New E-Book from Fusedglass.org – Projects Using Scrap Glass
• Chain and Pearl Bracelet Tutorial
• Forest QAL kicks off with the woodpecker
• Tutorial: Quilted Heating Pad
• Keep Warm with a Wooly Knit Hat
• Banana Split Bites
• Snow Snow Cones
• EASY no sew no knit Shibori Bubble Scarves Tutorial
• The Sky High Rainbow Cupcakes That Inspired the Oh,The Places You’ll Go Cupcakes
• Felt Easter Bunny Ear Napkin Rings Tutorial
• Easter Kitty
• Patchwork hobo bag makes front cover
• Fashion Butterfly Bow Tie Monster tutorial
• Ta Dah!: Cottage style quilt
• Princess Scavenger Hunt Party
• Tutorial: Sewing Machine Cover
• Knitted Farm Animals Winner
• {Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Coral + Lavender
• Tutorial: Owl notebook cover from quilt block
• How to make recycled #6 plastic faux stone alphabets
• Free pattern: Toddler’s upcycled raglan sweater
• And the Silhouette Portrait Winner is…………
• Tutorial: Add side pockets to a skirt
• Tutorial: Add ankle zips to a pair of jeans, no sewing required
• Tutorial: Minky whale softie
• Tutorial: Lace stripe tote bag
• Recycled Bottle Party Lanterns
• Tutorial and New Release: Folded and Stamped Paper Easter Basket
• Freebie | Printable St. Patrick’s Day Posters
• Sweet Bunny
• Freebie | Printable Lucky Charm Tag
• Freebie | St. Patty’s Day Garland
• Handmade Hostess: Book Review

Etsy Shop of the Week – Storiarts Posted: 04 Mar 2013 11:41 PM PST This week’s featured Etsy shop is Storiarts. Storiarts is the work of artist Tori Tissell, who creates beautiful scarves by screen-printing passages from classic novels onto high quality cotton jersey. According to the about page, she initially created scarves to give as presents because she couldn’t afford to buy them and now she works full-time making them! Sounds like a …

February Giveaway Winner is ……. Posted: 04 Mar 2013 09:23 PM PST   This entry: zip: 63301 I'm thinking about new curtains, something like these, without the ribbons: http://www.flickr.com/photos/31493373@N05/3520244262/   Thanks to all who entered.  Will the winner please send me snail mail particulars to crochet at craftgossip dot com . I’ve got another great book up for grabs for March.  Stay tuned!…

DIY Craft: How to Make a Pretty Fabric Rosette Necklace Posted: 04 Mar 2013 07:36 PM PST   Mrs. Donna sent in a tutorial on how to make a lovely Fabric Rosette Necklace. Mrs. Donna said that this “..pretty necklace is made from fabric rosettes. She used artist’s canvas to make the rosettes, then painted and embellished them to make a unique and personal piece of jewelry.”  Mrs. Donna gives us thorough instructions on making this unique …

Free pattern: Felt bunny Easter egg cosy Posted: 04 Mar 2013 03:53 PM PST The floppy-eared felt bunny holds an Easter egg under his body.  Michelle from Molly Moo shares a free pattern to make this cute Easter egg cosy.  Her version is made from felt, but you could also make him out of a fused fabric (two cotton prints fused back to back with a fusible webbing).  Get the template and tute. [via …

Free pattern: Pajamas and playclothes for a 15″ Disney princess doll Posted: 04 Mar 2013 03:36 PM PST Amanda from Heartland Happy made a pair of jammies for her daughter’s 15″ Disney princess doll.  She shares the pattern on her blog.  It’s a pajama set with a t-shirt and matching pants.  You could also use these patterns to make playclothes for the doll.  Go to her blog for the pattern and tutorial. [photo from Heartland Happy]…

Tutorial: Little girl’s pinafore Posted: 04 Mar 2013 03:03 PM PST Hayley from Welcome to the Mouse House shares a free pattern over at Sew, Mama, Sew! for this little girl’s pinafore.  The front is flat, with an elastic casing gathering the sides and back.  The criss cross straps offer flexibility in fit.  You can make it short for a tunic, or longer for a dress.  The pattern comes in sizes 12-24 …

Brisbane – prepare for the HIT US MUSICAL COMEDY, SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody Posted: 04 Mar 2013 02:47 PM PST This March, Brisbane will host the national premiere season of SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody, the critically acclaimed production that brings all the naughty fun of the notorious best-selling book to life.   Direct from the US, where three productions are currently touring simultaneously SPANK! The Fifty Shades Parody will open on March 14th at the Twelfth Night Theatre in …

Tutorial: Color Using Inktense Pencils Posted: 04 Mar 2013 01:51 PM PST The KWerner Design blog  has a video tutorial showing how to color your stamped images using the Inktense brand of colored pencils, click here to watch. -Heather…

Baby Bassinet Cookie Tutorial Posted: 04 Mar 2013 01:33 PM PST I started my sweets making adventure with cookie decorating. I decorated cookies for a living for almost a decade. But after delving into other sweets and treats, I always stuck with what was easy and quick. I just never developed my cookie decorating skills to the level of art you see here. Some of you cookie decorators out there are …

Giveaway: Black Sheep Note Cards Posted: 04 Mar 2013 12:45 PM PST I love it when my job introduces me to people I didn’t know and when I can then introduce you all to those people. This week’s giveaway is from someone I just had a chance to “meet,” Ruth of Black Sheep Note Cards. This Maine-based business produces note cards with knitting and crochet themes as well as sheep jewelry.…

DIY Light Cans Posted: 04 Mar 2013 12:30 PM PST Maria at Colorfull Ink converted some old cans into a set of number luminaries. Check out the tutorial.…

Free pattern: Nine Patch Stars and Stripes Posted: 04 Mar 2013 12:04 PM PST   Did you know that the third Saturday of March is National Quilting Day? This year it falls on March 16th, though many quilters celebrate their love of patchwork the entire month of March, see  Lori’s post at Inside Quilter’s Newsletter. Sponsored by the National Quilting Association, this year’s quilt pattern is Nine Patch Stars and Stripes, designed by …

New E-Book from Fusedglass.org – Projects Using Scrap Glass Posted: 04 Mar 2013 11:56 AM PST It’s time for another E-Book from Paul Tarlow of Helios Glass in Austin. He’s going to help you use up all of your scrap glass to make super cool projects. Nothing ever goes to waste. I’m trying to decide what I’m going to make first…the mini stack or the pattern bars…maybe both. As with Paul’s other E-Books, he explains things …

Chain and Pearl Bracelet Tutorial Posted: 04 Mar 2013 11:41 AM PST  This beautiful bracelet is a part of The Unintended Urban Warrior Trilogy by Carol. She posts this trilogy on her blog “The Answer is Chocolate.” When I read the submission she sent in for this tutorial, the title of her blog alone caught my attention. I love chocolate!  Check out her blog and find out how to make …

Forest QAL kicks off with the woodpecker Posted: 04 Mar 2013 10:57 AM PST This one’s for bird lovers! Julianna of Sewing Under Rainbow created this paper pieced pattern of a handsome woodpecker. It’s the very first quilt block in the Forest QAL she is co-hosting along with Joanna of Shape Moth. Take a look at Shape Moth’s version. Both are fab! Interested in participating in the Forest QAL (Quilt Along)? Go HERE …

Tutorial: Quilted Heating Pad Posted: 04 Mar 2013 10:33 AM PST Rachel of PS. I Quilt did a guest post at Art Gallery Fabrics showing how to make this quilted heating pad as part of the Fat Quarter Gang series. Get the know-how. Pssst. Rachel is hosting a giveaway on her blog for 8 fat quarters, winner announced this Thursday. Image credit: Art Gallery Fabrics…

Keep Warm with a Wooly Knit Hat Posted: 04 Mar 2013 10:32 AM PST Springtime is tantalizingly close but still relatively far away in at least parts of the top half of the world, but the other side of the globe is getting ready for fall and winter, so pretty much no matter where you live you might need a quick to knit hat pattern right about now. This one from The Things We …

Banana Split Bites Posted: 04 Mar 2013 10:30 AM PST You know how I have this thing for miniature versions of bigger food? No? Oh. I have this thing for miniature versions of bigger food. Look. A bite-size version of a bigger dessert: Chocolate covered banana split bites. Find the recipe HERE at Food Doodles.…

Snow Snow Cones Posted: 04 Mar 2013 10:25 AM PST Remember this snow ice cream I posted? If you still live in places with snow in the forecast, here’s a more colorful version: Snow snow cones. Sweet and easy. Find the how-tos HERE at We Made That.…

EASY no sew no knit Shibori Bubble Scarves Tutorial Posted: 04 Mar 2013 10:20 AM PST Mrs. Polly Rogers of (who would have thunk it) “Mrs. Polly Rogers” Made is adorable Bubble Scarves by felting bottle caps into wool jersey fabric. No sew! I think it is such a clever idea because I always knit the scarf first and then added the balls and then machine felted and she has saved me a BIG step.   Mrs. …

The Sky High Rainbow Cupcakes That Inspired the Oh,The Places You’ll Go Cupcakes Posted: 04 Mar 2013 10:19 AM PST Woah, way too long of a title, I know. But it’s the best way to describe (maybe not so much “best” way as “longest” way) how great ideas breed great ideas, and how inspiration can work well in a nice and friendly way in this here blogosphere. These brilliant rainbow cupcakes were created by the brilliant Sprinkle Bakes. Now …

Felt Easter Bunny Ear Napkin Rings Tutorial Posted: 04 Mar 2013 10:12 AM PST Abbey hosts "The Cards we Drew" has come up with these sweet "Easter Bunny Ear Napkin Rings" with full instruction and patterns to follow.  What a fun way to add the Easter feel to your holiday table. Abbey is an Ohio State graduate "GO BUCKS" and a working mother and wife and started her blog back in 2009 during her …

Easter Kitty Posted: 04 Mar 2013 10:04 AM PST Easter is hopping right along soon and Happiness is Cross Stitching has a cute Easter Design of a feline persuasion. It features a black cat and some lovely daffodils. It will be perfect for a gift tag. Get the free chart.…

Patchwork hobo bag makes front cover Posted: 04 Mar 2013 09:46 AM PST Malka of A Stitch in Dye talks about her excitement over her project – Half Moon Rising Hobo Bag – making it on the cover of an upcoming book by Tricia Waddell. The title,  The Best of Stitch: Bags to Sew, is due out in May 2013. Malka incorporates bright and modern patchwork in this pretty bag. Go …

Fashion Butterfly Bow Tie Monster tutorial Posted: 04 Mar 2013 09:08 AM PST Onel is our bilingual (English-Indonesian) felt crafter that hosts her blog, “onelmon” crafting experiments. She is a weekend crafter and blogger superb.  I have fallen in love with her charming “Butterfly Bow Tie" and I would love this in many colors, but the red is bright and right with her white shirt. Onel has a clear pictorial tutorial for us …

Ta Dah!: Cottage style quilt Posted: 04 Mar 2013 08:58 AM PST   Linn of The Home Project made this quilt recently saying she purposely avoided selecting a theme for it, but added one developed anyway. Her ‘cottage style’ quilt is made from simple 6×6 inch squares. Go HERE to learn more. Image credit: The Home Project…

Princess Scavenger Hunt Party Posted: 04 Mar 2013 08:53 AM PST Aubry’s daughter turned 4, and they had a wonderful Princess Party. Aubry really put together ALL the details to keep the party moving, and keep the royalty entertained. She sent them all around the house on a scavenger hunt with clues written by her husband. (he must be the King) Check out all the details here on The Mother Huddle…

Tutorial: Sewing Machine Cover Posted: 04 Mar 2013 08:34 AM PST No winter doldrums here. Susie of Susie’s Sunroom shares on her blog step-by-step instructions for making a sewing machine cover that is sure to brighten your sewing space. Her rows of HSTs pop against the yellow polka dot fabric. She adds it’s a good way to use up some charm squares. Agreed. Get the tutorial. Image credit: Susie’s Sunroom…

Knitted Farm Animals Winner Posted: 04 Mar 2013 08:30 AM PST Happy Monday everyone! I’m here to tell you that the winner of Knitted Farm Animals is commenter number 25, Wendy, who said she would love to see a pattern for a goose. I’m sorry to say there isn’t actually a goose pattern in this book, but there are lots of other cuties to choose from! Congratulations and everyone else, stay …

{Monday Moods at DIY Weddings} Coral + Lavender Posted: 04 Mar 2013 07:54 AM PST Here’s a snippet of a pretty coral and lavender inspiration board from the Revel blog. These two colors are so soft and pleasing together. This lovely palette creates a modern yet romantic vibe perfect for a spring or summer wedding! I love to share boards from Revel because the images include shoppable links!…

Tutorial: Owl notebook cover from quilt block Posted: 04 Mar 2013 07:39 AM PST Fiona of Celtic Thistle turned this paper pieced owl into a notebook cover. Adorable! She says it makes the perfect last-minute gift. She tells you where to get the owl block and how to make the cover. Get the tutorial. Image credit: Celtic Thistle…

How to make recycled #6 plastic faux stone alphabets Posted: 04 Mar 2013 07:36 AM PST I new about how you can use #6 recycled plastic like shrink plastic but along with this fun tutorial featured over at the blog Journey Of a Super Mom on how to make recycled #6 plastic stone alphabets there are some great tips for shrinking the plastic.…

Free pattern: Toddler’s upcycled raglan sweater Posted: 04 Mar 2013 07:25 AM PST Heather Crafty Stall shares a free pattern for making a toddler’s upcycled raglan sweater.  It’s the first in her Let Spring in to Your Wardrobe series.  She provides a free pattern for the sweater in a size 3T/4T.  (If you need another size, you should be able to draft one yourself using her pattern as a shaping guide and a …

And the Silhouette Portrait Winner is………… Posted: 04 Mar 2013 07:19 AM PST April Harvel!!! Congrats April, you’ve won the Silhouette Portrait electronic die cutting machine!! I’ve sent you an e-mail, please respond within 3 days with your mailing address and it’ll be on it’s way. Thanks to everyone who entered! -Heather…

Tutorial: Add side pockets to a skirt Posted: 04 Mar 2013 07:17 AM PST I’m a pocket girl.  I like the security of pockets in my pants and skirts.  Even if I don’t use them, I like to know they’re there in case I need them.  Mel from All Wrapped Up shows how you can add side pockets to a skirt that doesn’t have them already.  This would also work with a dress.  Go …

Tutorial: Add ankle zips to a pair of jeans, no sewing required Posted: 04 Mar 2013 07:08 AM PST Stephanie from Henry Happened shows how you can add ankle zips to a pair of jeans.  And there’s no sewing required!  She uses fusible webbing tape to attach the zippers, though you could also stitch them down if you wanted to be sure they stay put.  Go to her tute. [photo from Henry Happened]…

Tutorial: Minky whale softie Posted: 04 Mar 2013 07:02 AM PST Whale, whale, whale… what do we have here?  (Sorry for the Monday morning awful pun!)  Shannon from googiemomma shares a free pattern for making this cute whale softie.  The top of his body is made from a soft minky faux fur, while his tummy is a fun cotton print.  Go to her blog for the pattern and tutorial. [photo from …

Tutorial: Lace stripe tote bag Posted: 04 Mar 2013 06:57 AM PST Danielle from Blissful and Domestic shows how she made this lace striped tote bag.  The wide lace trim is easily stitched down to make the pretty lacy stripes.  Go to her tutorial. [photo from Blissful and Domestic]…

Recycled Bottle Party Lanterns Posted: 04 Mar 2013 05:19 AM PST Did you know that Craft Gossip has a sister site called CraftBits? There are tons of free project tutorials over there, including this pretty Recycled Bottle Party Lantern. So be sure to head over and have a look around!…

Tutorial and New Release: Folded and Stamped Paper Easter Basket Posted: 04 Mar 2013 06:02 AM PST Lawn Fawn stamps has just released several wonderful new clear stamp sets (I’ve already ordered a couple myself:)) including this adorable Happy Easter set with the cutest little bunnies. Kelley Marie has an intro video for this new set and  she also shows you step by step how to cut and fold pattern paper into a fun little Easter baskets, …

Freebie | Printable St. Patrick’s Day Posters Posted: 04 Mar 2013 05:00 AM PST Here are two free printable St. Patrick’s Day posters that you can frame to use as decor. They come to us compliments of 36th Avenue. Click here to get the freebies.…

Sweet Bunny Posted: 04 Mar 2013 04:22 AM PST     What could be easier or sweeter than these little bunnies?  I’ve been making a bunch of face cloths.  This just might be how I gift them!  Annabelle has the details on her blog! While you’re at her blog, check out these cool crocheted bangles.  I think they’d go nicely with your new Easter dress!  These are made …

Freebie | Printable Lucky Charm Tag Posted: 04 Mar 2013 04:00 AM PST Here’s a cute free printable Lucky Charm tag from Create Craft Love. Jill explains how to use it as shown, or you can use them as cupcake toppers. Click here to get the printable.…

Freebie | St. Patty’s Day Garland Posted: 04 Mar 2013 03:00 AM PST Download these St. Patrick’s Day Printable images and make a garland or use them in your scrapbooking projects. Get the download from Squirrelly Minds…

Handmade Hostess: Book Review Posted: 04 Mar 2013 01:16 AM PST Handmade Hostess just came out. And, oh what a spectacular book it is! Kelly Lee-Creel and Rebecca Soder teamed up, and their work is just impeccable. The book shows us 12 party ideas from top to bottom. And within those 12 occasions, there are 37 craft projects (favors, decorations, name tents…) all with complete instructions and templates on how you …

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