Crazy Amazing Cookies for a Crazy Amazing Gnome Party

Tricky as they may possibly be, There's severalthing undeniably charming about gnomes. (An especial fave to me, I even put a fondant one in my new book. extremely like saying that, my new book.) But on to much more vital matters, like this extremely likely gnome party. You must see all the details HERE at Tradewind Tiaras, from the  See much more..

Faux Hammered Copper Witch Hat

This looks like genuine metal doesn t it? properly it s not, it s made from paper! I know, pretty cool huh? There s instructions over at Burton Avenue and she ll tell you how she did it too. What a enjoyable project for Halloween! Hammered Copper Witch Hat (Sort-of).
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Technique: Tone on Tone Stamped Background

It s not as well early to begin contemplating holiday cards. Lily Pad Cards shares an instructional video for Producing this lovely ornament card, the tone on tone background system utilizing distress ink and water is so cool! Click here to watch.
-Heather

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FREE Needle Felting Tutorial: Skulls for Halloween

I feel these are the cutest skulls I have ever seen and Emi of “little excellent things” wants to get into Halloween and she is sharing her darling skulls tutorial with us; that you will be able to find here.  Emi Requirements our help, so let’s try to help her out. Emi tells us: I have a confession to make  See More..

Vera Bradley Inspired Pumpkins

These fairly pumpkins are made utilizing Mod Podge and lovely patterned paper napkins. an excellent change from the typical orange and black! Thanks to The Rebel Crafter for passing this link along Crafting Rebellion: Vera Bradley Decoupage Pumpkins.
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Tutorial: Plaid Neck Wrap for cool fall weather

Shauna from Shwin Shwin shows how to make her Plaid Neck Wrap.  The fundamental neck scarf adds an extra layer of warmth for the cool autumn days.  Get the tute.
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Grab a cuppa: Tide Pools one of many Fall Festival quilts

Jennifer from That Girl That Quilt entered this quilt she calls Tide Pools within the Fall 2011 Bloggers Quilt Festival. adore her colors, so Autumn! Best of all, she uses Heather Ross wildly Well-liked fabric from the Mendocino collection. See more of this adorely quilt, go to That Girl That Quilt. Grab a second cup of coffee or tea and head  See more..

Tutorial: pretty pinecone ornaments

Knitty Gritty Thoughts shows us how to create these easy, beautiful pinecones. Use a glittery fabric for a few sparkle. Or brown cottons to mimic nature. Add a ribbon to hang them in a window, from a chandelier, on your Christmas tree. See the tute.
several thanks to Sew, Mama, Sew! for sharing this find.
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Halloween Window Clings

fairly cool stuff here. You ll use privacy control window film to create your clings. The kids can help as well by drawing images, then you cut them out and attach to the window! Looks excellent with the light shining through. Thanks to Kim of D.I.Y. Louisville for sending me this link Halloween Window Clings Tutorial.
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Video tutorials: Needlepoint techniques

Vicky DeAngelis demos some techniques on BeStitched: stitching without a laying tool and lassoing a bead. Check them out.
And multiple thanks to JaWeb Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint for sharing this find.
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understand surface style from Shiva King

Cathy Hsiao of the Textile Arts Center previews a surface style class to be offered by Shiva King on Thursdays, November 3 via December 1. Her unusual applications of screen-printing ways are fascinating. If I lived anywhere near New York City, I would gladly fork over US$200.00 to participate in this series. find out far more from  See far more..

Freebie: Christmas Truck paper piecing pattern

If you saw this write-up and fell in adore with the Christmas truck with the small girl driver like I did, you may well be in luck. Not merely has Julianna from Sewing under Rainbow let us in on her fussy cutting technique, she is sharing her Christmas Truck pattern. Click HERE to go to the free download.
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How to make a recycled window collage

Over at the blog Simply Me there is a wonderful tutorial on the best way to transform an old multi-pane window into a wonderful collage of wall art. check out Valery s tutorial on window pane collage art and make one yourself!
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How To: Brioche Stitch!

Knitting daily brings us Another tutorial video. This one on Brioche knitting. Mercedes Tarasovich-Clark, a brioche stitch expert, shares this video plus a printed tutorial on this fascinating stitch.
Watch the short intro HERE and download the video for yourself HERE
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Dream Garden patchwork pouch for Lulu

Isadora from Dorothy Hobbies/Pastimes made this patchwork tote that showsituations lovely embroidery pattern Dream Garden by Jenny Hart. Made for her son s girlfrifinish Lulu as a birthday gift, click here to see more. The pattern printed on cotton is available to obtain at Sublime Stitching for $15.00.
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Inspiration: The Relaxolotl

The Relaxolotl delivers us a peek in the fabulous steampunk dress she created over the past year. Look closely in the skirt. a couple of of the stars in those constellations light up! See far more at her blog post.
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Pumpkin block for a cheery Halloween

Pippa from Welsh Quilts posted this quilt block these days to help her say Happy Halloween to everyone. properly, Happy Halloween right back at you Pippa! She said she utilized a paper piecing pattern from Ruth McDoproperly s book Pieced Vegetables to make this cheery pumpkin block. See considerably more HERE.
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little Pumpkin Luminary

Oh now this is extremely a fully fun idea! using waxed paper and a few fun art, Jen made this luminary from a little pumpkin. Brilliant! Get the full tutorial at 100 Directions little pumpkin luminary.
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BASICS reach and efairly 300 quilts | require more

Quilters are a couple of of essentially the most generous folks you ll meet and for a couple of, Making charity quilts is the way they got hooked on the hobby. nicely whatever the path if you're a quilter, Victoria at Bumble Beans Inc. Needs your help in meeting the 700 quilt goal for her Basics Quilt Gather.
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Candelabras from Dave’s Bike Art Stuff

Dave recycles bike parts to make his candle holders, mirrors, frames and tables in Halifax.  No two pieces are alike due to the fact ereally one is custom made.
The candelabras are particularly striking due to the fact the bike chains create interesting shadows on the wall.
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Bite Sized Scrapbooking is Now Free

The Bite-Sized Scrapbooking subscription service is now free of charge and will run until January 27th 2012. Bite-sized Scrapbooking could be a system that breaks down the approach of Generating a layout into three different steps, and guides you to work on one step at a time so you won t waste time, get side-tracked, or feel overwhelmed.  See More..

Freebie | I am Thankful Journaling Cards

Leslie Oman at Hungry Heffy Crafts created these printable journaling cards which are perfect for Thanksgiving, or any gratitude project. Click here to visit the download.
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Inspiration: Threads and Patches

This crazy-quilt block by Marjolein of Threads and Patches is as great as a textbook for Creating an interesting and complex yet harmonious design. each and equite 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 ideal blend.  See More..

Crafting Rebellion & Betsey Johnson Giveaway

CraftingRebellion.com wants to kick off their new crafting tutorial website using a Betsey Johnson Hearts and Chains purse giveaway. The Rebel Crafter says who doesn t need a fabulous purse? .
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What’s Your Skill Level and How Do You Know?

Crochet patterns are frequently ranked in accordance with a couple of scale of Difficulty Rating.  Books, magazines, and websites frequently use a method to categorize their patterns Based on a couple of perceived skill levels.  Are these actual differences?  Are they written in granite?  Who decides the difficulty level?
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Curtain Room Divider

My two boys share a room within the basement. It s in fact a quite huge room, ideal for a den or man cave, but we needed the room for them. Ideally I d like to create several separation, but putting in a wall doesn t make sense for the long term, so when I came across this Curtain Room Divider over at Kataydee  See More..

Neat Containers Giveaway

Thanks to our recent review  on Neat Containers we have the opportunity to give away 1 x 20 pc combo kit to 1 lucky CraftGossip.com reader.
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Who is that tattoed man?

Mimi Kirchners broad-chested tattooed men almethods give me a smile of pleasure. But her description of this gentleman made me laugh out loud with delight: Santa on vacation. Yes! I almethods suspected that Santa was secretly hot! See far more views of this awea few art doll at Mimi s post.
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Tutorial: Gathered skirt with ric rac stripes

Elizabeth from standard 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 believe it would be cute year-round.  Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Make a spaghetti strap top

Crafty Mamas shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to create a simple spaghetti strap top.  The fitted, sleeveconsiderably less top is great for layering.   Get the how-to.
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Tutorial: Pin Pouffe at Whip Up

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. visit the Pin Pouffe Tutorial.
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Tutorial: Flannel pillow cover with tuxedo detail

Sew4residence shares a tutorial for Producing a set of pillowsituations with exclusive tuxed0-style detailing in 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 using a pleated inset made to look like the front of a tuxedo shirt.  Get the tute.
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Inkadinkado Month Round Up

I have had a blast this month sharing with you all the new stamps from Inkadinkado. I ve as well enjoyed reading everyone replies to the giveaway and congrats to all four of our big prize package winners!
In the event you missed any of my posts with samples, sneak peeks and reviews this month here s a round up:
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Tutorial: Organizer wallet

LBG Studio shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to create a handy organizer wallet.  The little wallet has a pocket to hold a little notebook, a pocket that may hold an iPhone, too as a couple of littleer pockets sized to hold a credit card, ID, and maybe a bit of folded money.  It s held closed with  See More..

Tutorial: Make a spaghetti strap top

Crafty Mamas shares a tutorial on their blog showing how to make a simple spaghetti strap top.  The fitted, sleevemuch less top is very good for layering.   Get the how-to.
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Video tutorial: Sewing a pair of pants from a printed pattern

Vanessa from Crafty Gemini shares the final installment in her 3-part series of video tutorials on Understanding to sew from a printed pattern.  The pattern she has utilised for the examples is a basic elastic waist pant, which makes a great initial sewing project.  In this installment she shows how you can sew up the pieces to create the  See More..

Tutorial: Felt stocking and mittens Christmas garland

Ros Made Me shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make her Christmas Elves garland of miniature felt stockings and mittens.  Letters stitched on equite single mitten and stocking spell out a Christmas greeting.  Cute!!  Get the tute.
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Tutorial: Make a hoop skirt

Elizabeth from standard Simon Co. shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to create a hoop skirt to layer below a full skirt or dress to provide maximum poofiness.  You might believe they d be tough to create and need special ordered materials, but it turns out they re pretty effortless and can be made from items you are able to  See More..

Bead it forward

Bead Button is now managing Jeanette Shanigans Bead-It-Forward bead-quilt project and invites you to participate. Beaders from around the world stitch 1.5 x 1.5-in. (3.8 x 3.8 cm) beaded squares depicting the year s theme. The squares are then joined into wall-hanging-size quilts and auctioned off, with the proceeds going to breast cancer research. go to the Bead Button blog article  See More..

Simply beautiful fall stitching

Here s a superb concept from Angel of Stumbles Stitches: Use burlap as the ground fabric for a rustic fall hoop. I m crazy about the sunflower, with its stem on the key canvas and its bloom popping up in its own little hoop. check out her blog article to find out more.
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and at the same time the winner is….

The winner of the fantastic Inkadinkado Stamp-a-Story prize package is . Cheryl I.
She said:
I believe it could be Hawaii. I’m longing for warm long walks on the beach. I’m dreading winter!
Congrats Cheryl! Please respond to me e-mail within 5 days to claim your prize.
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How to create recycled potholders

With holiday baking season upon us why not whip up a couple of custom potholders? check out the tutorial Sabi posted at her blog on the way to sew themed potholders made from recycled towels.
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Free hand-embroidery patterns

(1) Six floral motifs from Broderie d Antan
(2) Friday Freebie for 10/13/11 from Pin Tangle
(3) Pepper border from Broderie d Antan
(4) Seven butterfly motifs from Broderie d Antan
(5) Floral and ivy monograms from Broderie d Antan
(6) Dino coloring page suitable for embroidery from Tricia-Rennea
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Write for Fiber Art Now

a brand new publication, Fiber Art Now, is seeking articles about fiber and textile arts and notices of fiber events. The submission guidelines say,
The mission is to connect and inspire the fiber arts textiles community with essentially the most compelling work in basketry, felting, knitting, needle arts, paper/book arts, dyeing, mixed media, surface design, quilting, sculpture, wearable art, weaving, collage,  See More..

Pallet Coat Rack

I m a huge fan of pallet projects. Here s One more excellent notion for recycled old pallets, make a coat rack! Head over to My Li l Pumpkin Patch to get the full Pallet Coat Rack Tutorial.
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Stitch a rich mini stocking

JaInternet Perry of Nuts About Needlepoint shares stitching Suggestions and thread possibilities for Making this gorgeous mini stocking. go to her blog post for the details.
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Freebie: Diva Doodle Font

This month Outside the Line shares a pretty free doodlebat font called Diva Doodles, click here to download. Hurry it s only free for a limited time!
-Heather
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Tutorial: little girl’s scrappy fabric tutu

Jessica from Sweetie Pie Bakery shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make a little girl s tutu out of fabric scraps, no sewing required.  The bright colors and raw edges of the fabric strips give a carefree, scrappy look.  Get the tute.
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Tutorial: Add long sleeves too as and a child’s short-sleeved tee

Anshu from Blooms and Bugs shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to add long sleeves to a child s short-sleeved t-shirt.  She also shows how to add a few coordinating stripes across the front of the shirt to pull it all together.   It looks cute, and it squeezes one more season out of a summer shirt.   See more..

Tutorial: Make a pair of legwarmers

Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how to create a pair of legwarmers.  They re a trendy look this year, and add an extra layer of warmth over a pair of leggings or jeans.  you'll be able to make them out of an old sweater or a pair of colorful knee socks.  I m loving the bright stripe that Debbie used to create a pair for her  See More..

Tutorial: Fix a plunging back so your bra strap won’t show

Dana from MADE shares a tutorial on her blog showing how she fixed the plunging back of a top so her bra strap wouldn t show.  (What s up with clothing designers not taking our bra strap into account, anyway?  I mean, do they think we re all walking around braless everyday?  Come on!)  Dana s fix hides her strap but does it in a  See More..

Tutorial: Super simple Snack Bag

Jen from New Green Mama shows how to create her Super straightforward Snack Bag.  The little fabric pouch is made from a single rectangle of cotton fabric and has an straightforward Velcro closure.  It s a rapidly and straightforward project, suitable for a beginner sewer or an advanced sewer who wants an almost-instant gratification project.  Get the tutorial.
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Read CQ Mag Online

The latest issue of CQ Magazine on the web is available now. Included are articles by Lynn Schoeffler, Sharon Boggon (who created the gorgeous block of the month shown above), Allison Aller, and Lisette Root. check out the free ezine.
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Enter High Fiber Diet exhibition

The Bellevue Arts Museum of Bellevue, Washington, USA, has released a need entries in BAM Biennial 2012: High Fiber Diet. The announcement says,
Artists are encouraged to take a creative procedure to the fiber medium, thinking about each traditional expressions of fiber art and also the fringes of the medium, exactly where Concepts of art and craft merge. The exhibition is intended to  See More..

How to create recycled baby scribble paper gift bows

One of the issues youngsters do in abundance is scribble so why not use a couple of of their work in a new and fun way! Rachel of the blog Lines Across My Face shared her super effortless and fun tutorial on how to create paper gift bows with her kid s scribbles along with newspaper.
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Chalkboard Spice Jars

Here s a fun concept producing use of recycled baby food jars and chalkboard paint. File all those organized jars into a drawer and they ll be at your fingerconcepts whenever you demand them. See them at Frugal Decor Mom Kitchen company .
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Dala Horse Christmas Ornament tutorial

This cute little Christmas felt horse ornament comes from “far better properties and Gardens”.   This has so many uses for the holidays such as on top of a gift or hang on the tree.  Go over to far better properties and Gardens for the instructions.

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Tutorial: Faux fur luxe blanket and throw pillow

Sew4property shows the way to use faux fur to make a luxe blanket and throw pillow.  Get the how-to for Creating these beautiful property accessories.
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Inspiration: although She Naps

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. pay a visit to Abbyjane s blog.
Ed. note: while She Naps did not request or compensate this post.
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Tutorial: Throw pillow with oversized tone-on-tone monogram

Allison from little Lovelies guest blogs at possibly Matilda having a tutorial showing how to create a throw pillow having an oversized, tone-on-tone monogram.  Love!!   Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Diaper changing pad and clutch

Jen from iCandy Handmade shows how to create a diaper changing pad and clutch.   The simple clutch has an straightforward Velcro clocertain and holds the waterproof changing pad, a pack of wipes, plus a diaper or two.  Get the tutorial.
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The beauty of Ottoman tents

A article by Diana on the blog of the Textile Arts Center takes a look at Ottoman tents and as well the associated history and culture. You ll enjoy the photos of these textile works of art as considerably as Diana s description of their use. go to the article.
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Giveaway: Prize pack worth $70

Get on over to Amy Barickman to obtain a opportunity to win a pack of assorted rick rack and jumbo rick rack in varying colors from Simplicity Creative Group s Wrights brand plus multiple clofactor and craft patterns from Indygo Junction that use rick rack. Contest ends Thursday, 11/3. check out contest.
Image credit: Amy Barickman
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Pretzel Cabins

What s even much better than a log cabin made with pretzels? Playing using 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.
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Apply for E.M.E.R.G.E.

The Pennsylvania Guild of Craftsmen is accepting applicants for E.M.E.R.G.E. Craft Show Incubator a program in which as much as ten emerging artists receive mini-mentorships and featured placement in Guild shows throughout 2012. To understand more, see the post on Fiber Art Calls for Entry.
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Printable Tea Towel Calendar

If you re searching for an inhigh-priced gift idea, it is possible to download this tea towel calendar printable and make many of them for those on your gift list that appreciate time within the kitchen! Dollar Store Crafts has the the best way to Printable Tea Towel Calendar – 2012 Download.
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Chocolate Googly Eyes

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). perhaps I can at least take them to a brand new level, like with these chocolate googly eyes from Mary and  See More..

Felted bracelet giveaway @ Etsy Russian Team

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

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Quilt Along kick-off at Gen X Quilters

Anne Marie from Gen X Quilters is hosting the Cdamageed Prints Quilt Along. She explains, It's ideal for cdamage packs, and an easy, customizable quilt that will probably be carried out in time for Xmas! several participants have decided to utilize Christmas fabric instead. Anne Marie is Performing a cute blue and orange boy-ideal quilt. Go here to find  See More..

How to make a cute crocheted recycled rug

I enjoy to make basic yet dramatic projects that don t require many thought. That s just what this is. A super straightforward crocheted circle rug. See more photos and the straightforward way featured on the blog Sew Sweet Television on the best way to crochet a recycled fabric and clothing rug.
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Felt Christmas Snowman tutorial

Leigh-Anne D. of Cleveland Heights, Ohio, posted this darling little Snowman tutorial on “Cut out a + Keep”.  She employed a massive cookie cutter or I am confident you will find a template of a snowman on the web. She has all of the instructions on the web for you to follow.

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Tutorial: Reindeer appliqued throw pillow

Kat from Just Crafty Enough shows how to make a throw pillow appliqued having a silhouette of a reindeer.  The clean lines give it a crisp, modern look even though the felt keeps it feeling warm and cozy.  Get the template and too the tute.
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How to create recycled paint chip modern art

The beauty of paint chip samples is the myriad of colors they come in which makes it a superb medium to create ombre art. See how Heather of the blog The Lovely Cupboard made a superb piece of ombre modern art out of paint chips.
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Tutorial: Rolled knit t-shirt embellishment

In case you ve sewn a lot on knit fabrics, then you realize the tendency for the fabric to roll in the sides.  Carmen from RoCa and organization uses this characteristic to embellish a plain t-shirt.  The result is actually a lovely textural style around the neck of the tee.  She calls it her Canalis Tee Depending on the Latin word for tube.    See More..

Bacon Candy Canes

Just when I concept possibly the bacon trend had passed, nope. There It is in candy cane form. Find bacon candy canes HERE at Neatorama, spotted on Foodiggity.
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Yarn Ombre Lampshade

Being that I am altechniques so overwhelmed, I tfinish to forget my frifinishs. Mandi from Vintage Revivals is my bud, and I love her work, she s uber talented and altechniques has a fewthing very cool to share. Alas, I haven t been to her blog in a while. I didn t know she put up a cool new header that looks like paint  See More..

Oh Felty Christmas Tree tutorial

Julia Crossland of “Julia Crossland” lives in SHEFFIELD, Yorksemploy UK and has a delightful felt Christmas tree tutorial in a myriad of lovely colors. You could employed your personal theme color or one color.  Julia is giving us the idea, so go with it and get creative.  Thanks Julia for the awea couple of share.

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Scott Hoves Your Deadly Desserts

Awea couple of art by Scott Hove at a group show called Bite-sized Monsters in SF. check out those fake cakes! they look extremely good and I am so creeped out buy the mouths. Love. Yoiu need to also check out his amazing CakeLand art installations.
Scott Hoves Your Deadly Desserts.
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Swedish Dalahorse

These colorful horses are called Dalahorses a reality I d not known before. they're so pretty!
Horses were celebrated since they were so vital to the loved ones survival, but they as well became a favorite toy. I think this little guy would make a good ornament for my tree since he s so colorful. you're able to get the free  See More..

Customizable Cross Stitch – from Martha Stewart

I enjoy it when the maven of all things residence and crafty features cross-stitch goodness in her magazine and on her site and Martha Stewart has accomplished it again this month. She s offering a 19-page customizable cross stitch pdf pattern that allows you to make a family banner that is Oh so cute and as well exclusive for words!
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Rustic Twig Frame

If you are searching for a superb gift idea, head out to your yard before the snow flies and collect a couple of twigs. Then head over to Carolyn s blog and she ll show you how to make this lovely nature inspired frame. check out homework rustic twig frame.
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Butter Finger Puppet Beatrice by staceyrebecca on Etsy

Best tiny finger puppets within the universe.  This one is extremely a pat of butter. This is from Stacey Rebecca of bedazzled tampon finger puppet fame.
Butter Finger Puppet Beatrice by staceyrebecca on Etsy.
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Red Heart’s 12 Weeks of Christmas Free Projects

These are only two of the projects in Red Heart s 12 Week s of Christmas. Free patterns in each knit and crochet.
Sign up to obtain your own, in your email box, HERE
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Peanut Butter Turkey Cupcakes

Phew, so candy eyeballs may possibly well be put to fairly good use post-Halloween. Gotta adore the personality expressed by these guys, just by shifting points over a bit. learn to make peanut butter cupcakes with peanut butter frosting tursignificant cupcakes HERE at Sweet standard Stuff.
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Freebie: online Papercrafting Magazine

The fall issue of the free on the internet magazine Scrapbook and Cards today is now available. It s chocked full of excellent paper crafting tips, ideas, projects and more. Including directions for this fun turmain card from Nicole Magouirk. Click here to download the magazine.
-Heather
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Rhinestone Flamingo

Oh my! How fun and creative is this?? Now I m feeling bad for Having rid of that ugly plastic flamingo left inside the shed from the previous owner of my house. What a good way to change up an outdated lawn ornament. See it at zombies wearing helmets Like a rhinestone cowboy?.
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Free pattern: Sock rag doll with separate sleeper and hat

CreateBabyStuff.com shares a free pattern and tutorial for Producing this soft and sweet rag doll out of a sock.  The tutorial as well shows how to create a sleeper and hat for the doll to wear.  The doll body is made out of a skin-colored sock, and as well the sleeper matching hat are made from a sock with a enjoyable print.  Two  See More..

Tutorial: small boy’s vest with mitten pockets from an adult sweatshirt

Tara from comfy fairly shows how she refashioned an adult-sized sweatshirt into a little boy s vest with mitten pockets on the front.  The original sweatshirt had a zipper all of the way down the front, but her clever cutting avoided the zipper altogether.  How cute is this!  I m loving those little mitten pockets!!  Get the tute.  See More..

Tutorial: My small Butterfly Infant Romper

Anshu from Blooms and Bugs shares a tutorial at Moda Bake Shop showing how she made her My small Butterfly Infant Romper.  This is such a sweet small dress!!  It s open in the front, with edges trimmed in contrast-y ruffles.  Adjustable shoulder straps and elastic in the back mean that this small dress can grow with the child. Her  See More..

Project: Stamped Tote Bag

looking for a cute tote bag to take your books to the library or carry residence your groceries? Why not stamp one! Find instructions for this cute tote bag over in the Stampington and Co. site.
-Heather
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Thanksgiving Chevron Wheat Frame

Ohhhh so pretty. Love. I extremely like the projects I have been seeing lately creating use of wheat and other natural materials. Combine that element with the ever increasing popularity of the chevron design and you have a truly winning combination. See this at Thrive Thanksgiving Chevron Wheat Frame.
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It’s Christmas Time at Knit Picks!

KnitPicks has rolled out these awesome patterns, at the same time in the form of kits to make your home sparkle this holiday season.
On the left, Winter Wonderland, HERE and on the right, Hearthwarming Stockings.
Speaking of KnitPicks, I scored two far more skeins of their AMAZING Sugar Bunny yarn, one in Melon color and one in black. Two of my daughters happened  See far more..

Tutorial: Scallop Flower Headband

Kate from See Kate Sew shows how to make her fairly Scallop Flower Headband.  The headband is made out of decorative elastic, and the flower embellishment from scraps of fabric.  Get the tutorial.
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Subway Art Table Runner

We ve seen tons of subway art projects all over the internet within the past couple of years. Here s one that I must admit I haven t seen yet, and that s a table runner adorned with festive subway art. adore it! you may be able to see it over at the Country Chic Cottage Subway Art Burlap Table Runner.
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Did Someone Say “Free Yarn?”

6 ways to win! Go over to t he Nobleknits Blog to discover how you can score several free yarn. Please read, this isn t a CraftGossip giveaway, you have to click on the link below to have a opportunity in the yarn!
What are ya waiting for? Get To Clickin !
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Free Pattern – Ruffled Scarf

I m not a fan of scarves, as you know, but as I know, you are! When I identified this ripply, kinky, curly, ruffly creation this morning in my inbox, well, here you've it!
It s touted as a skill building scarf, a great method to practice your increases and what you've inside the end is, well, this!
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Hankies go subversive

a brand new product line from schindermania is cracking me up: sweet hand-stitched hankies with irreverent monograms. (Yes, the monogram inside the image is PMS.) Wear an inside joke within your pocket at your subsequent organization meeting. pay a visit to the blog write-up to discover more. several images on the schindermania blog are NSFW.
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Paint Stick Scarecrow

This extremely is in reality one of my projects. I made this numerous years ago, but unfortunately left him out within the elements last winter and he was accomplished for within the spring. Time to create One more one! Here s the tutorial should you d like to give it a go!
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Vary your thread to create contrast

Mary Corbet of Needle n Thread demonstrates how you may be able to create subtle contrast in an embroidered work by switching to a slightly thicker, darker thread. See her post.
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Guest Post: Why Etsy Sellers & Mompreneurs need to Forget Trademarks & focus on Copyrights?

Editors Note: We would like to welcome Matt Lowe who has kindly written this guest article about the differences between trademark and copyright and why one is far more important than the other.
Matt is an in property counsel in Colorado and is the author of the An Etsy Seller’s Guide to Copyright Protection (for sale). Matt is a Graduate of Pepperdine  See far more..

Scrapbook Store Locator for Continental US

The individuals at Paper Crafts Corner have put together this Scrapbook and Paper Crafts store locator for the continental US. The map shows US brick mortar paper crafting retail locations, including Independent scrapbook stores, independent stamping stores, Archivers locations, PaperSource locations, Craft Warehome (pacific NW)  plus a few “mom pop” general craft  See More..

Gift Idea: Jam-Creating Kit

Loving this gift notion from Donna Hay (especially for those in parts of the world where fresh fruIt is now in season): a jam Generating kit. Find it HERE.
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Festive Thanksgiving Printable

creating use of rustic brown paper and this gorgeous printable, it is prospective to decorate your home this Thanksgiving and wow your guests. Get the free printable from Silverbox Creative Studio I am thankful for…printables.
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Austentatious

Jane Austen wrote novels of the Regency Era in England, that period in history that was just pre-Victorian, when women s fashions were a bit elongated and really feminine without being as fussy as the full blown Victorian Era.  The designs in this book pay homage to the sketches and writings of Jane Austen as she described her characters and  See More..

Project: Snowman Dress Up Tin

Erin Lincoln shares an adorable project on her blog, it s a magnetic snowman tin. It s like paper dolls but using a snowman, how clever is that? This would be a enjoyable car trip toy for the youngsters on that long drive to grandma s house. find out significantly more at Procrastination Station.
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Rainbow Buffet

I ll never ever tire of rainbows, as long as my daughter keeps the passion alive. Find this concept for serving up a rainbow buffet (with fruit! and veggies!)  HERE at Elsie Marley. spotted on Ohdeedoh
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Tutorial: Convert a crewneck sweater into a cardigan

Delia from Delia Creates guest blogs within the Refashionista series at I Am Momma, Hear Me Roar having a tutorial showing the best way to remake a crewneck sweater into a cardigan.  you'll be able to make it button all of the way down, or do what she does and put just several buttons at the top.   See More..

Vegetable Cake

Disappointing children everywhere the veggie cake! Sorry children, but This very is fairly cool. And healthy. you can have actual cake after. understand to make the veggie cake HERE at Balancing Beauty and Bedlam, spotted on Living Locurto.
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Tutorial: Hooded duck towel

Amy from Naptime Crafters shows how to create a hooded duckie towel.  A special towel can make bathtime fun for a small child.  This would make a great Christmas gift! Get the tutorial.
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Tutorial: Tall dress-up boots for small girls

LiEr from ikat bag created these awesome shiny musketeer boots for her daughters Halloween and dress-up costumes.  With foam soles and a zipper up the back, they re made for children to put and take off by themselves.  She shares a tutorial on her blog explaining how she did it, and offers a pattern for the three sizes  See More..

It’s new: Husqvarna Viking H Classs 100Q

HUSQVARNA VIKING® announces their newest sewing machine - the H CLASS™ 100Q.  This lightweight, smaller machine was made to be carried with you to quilting classes or sewing get-togethers.  MSRP is $499.  it is prospective to get more Information at your local HUSQVARNA VIKING® dealer or on their website.
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How to create a recycled woven paper purse

I used to make those little folded gum wrapper bracelets when I was a kid and I have tried it recently only to experience the enjoyable all over again! That s what this enjoyable folded and woven recycled magazine purse reminded me of. Pop on over to Rikka s blog Ricochet and Aapproach to see her detailed tutorial on  See More..

Video tutorial: Grab-n-Go Quilted Pot Holder

Vanessa from Crafty Gemini shares a video tutorial on her blog how to create her Grab n Go Quilted Pot Holder.  Get the video tutorial.
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Tutorial: Headband with oversized bow

Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs show show to make a headband with an oversized bow.  I m loving the sequined lace fabric that she utilised to make the one in her example!  (The fancy fabric is left over from the Christmas dress she made her daughter, so this bow will coordinate nicely.)  Get the tutorial.
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Penmanship Gift Tags

Inspired by Anthropologie, Bev from Flamingo Toes created these brilliantly simple tags which are quite good for Christmas or any gift giving occasion. I adore how she made these, you'll too. Go take a look at Flamingo Toes Anthro Penmanship Gift Tags.
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How to create super cute recycled pigs that rock

This little piggie went to the stadium, this little piggie rocked the house! it is possible to make a rockin cute recycled piggie also with the awea few tutorial that Sarah posted at her site This little Pig. See how to create a  pig out of recycled egg cartons and considerably more of her cute creations.
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Stamped Cookie Tree Centerpiece for Fall

What sold me on this beautiful Fall tree cookie centerpiece was Not merely the whole 3D factor, but that genuine leaves are utilised to stamp the design. How oh so quite clever. Find the how-tos HERE at Haniela s.
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Cupcakes and Royal Icing Toppers for Fall, AND how to keep Icing Shiny

There's so a lot goodness packed into this one write-up over at Sweetopia This very is what you ll find:
1. Recipe for gluten-free coconut cupcakes with coconut frosting or pineapple frosting.
2. A link for the tutorial to create royal icing cupcake toppers.
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Free Colorful Bubbly Fractal Bookmark

This month s free fractal bookmark is certainly colorful and bubbly! Be confident to visit the full fractal. The free preview chart would make a great gift as a bookmark nested in a favorite book like our current giveaway, Joan Elliot s Fairy Enchantment don t miss out! visit the giveaway today!
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Coloring Books | Occupy – A Grown-Up Coloring Book Novel

Occupy A Grown-Up Coloring Book Novel. Includes line drawings for coloring, poems, songs and thoughts not he recent Occupy movement.
Coloring Books Occupy A Grown-Up Coloring Book Novel.
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