19 new ideas from CraftGossip for Friday 22nd May

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Wooden Face Mask Template For Making Masks In Bulk

Wooden Face Mask Template For Making Masks In Bulk

3 SIZES! This set of wooden face mask pattern and sewing templates makes it much easier to sew face masks rather than using a printed mask pattern on paper. These are perfect for anyone who is mass producing masks and needs to cut out literally hundreds of masks. No more need to deal with the paper moving around while you …

Make Your Own Tie-Dye Pillow

This time of year just screams tie-dye to me. Since I'm always up for a new project, I couldn't resist when my "baby" wanted to decorate her college dorm and asked for help. Tie-dye was the answer! The best part? This project is easy to make (so I love it) and it's a great beginner project for the new crafter. …

Sewing Pattern - How to Make an Easy Patchwork Denim Skirt

In this tutorial I show you how to upcycle jeans to make a simple patchwork jean skirt. This is such an easy to follow patchwork denim skirt tutorial! I’m steadily trying to sew my way through the giant pile of clothes that Daddy B gave me to upcycle. He had a lot of jeans so I’ve put together a few …

New Puppy Card

New Puppy Card

With so many people working from home right now many have opened their hearts and homes to a new pet. Julianne Foyil created this adorable Congratulations card for a new dog owner using new stamps and dies from Honey Bee. Visit her blog to watch a tutorial video. -Heather

Good Times Traveler's Notebook Layouts

Good Times Traveler's Notebook Layouts

I love how Patrica designed this Traveler's Notebook layout over two pages. She framed the large photo with a pretty floral die cut design and split it down the center. The wooden title adds a nice natural element and the dates in the corners add balance to the design. Visit the Roebuck Adventures for more. -Heather

Natures Walk Crochet Along Blanket

This Crochet along blanket is so pretty and delicate and really appeals to my BOHO gypsy side. The Crochet along is from 2019 but I am sure you will still enjoy making this Blanket. You can see the full crochet patterns as well as links to some bonus square designs by visiting their blog.

Clean and Simple Succulent Cards

Clean and Simple Succulent Cards

Cactus and Succulents are trendy right now and Carolyn used them to design some lovely clean and simple cards. By using Distress Markers and water she got an artistic, modern watercolor look. Visit the Ellen Hutson blog for more details. -Heather

Graduation Pages

Heba put together some cool school graduation pages with new products from Spellbinders. I love the black and white stamping combined with gold foiling, it makes for a really elegant design. I love the tall skinny page style she used. She's sharing a process video over on their blog. Click here to check it out. -Heather

Quilted Table Runner for Spring

Learn how to make a spring themed quilted table runner with this free quilting pattern! This runner features nine patch quilt blocks made from fat quarters and a flowery embroidery pattern in the center. You can see the full tutorial and project here.

Sewing Tips - How to clean your sewing machine

Regular cleaning and maintenance of a sewing machine is essential, to extend its life and ensure silky smooth sewing. This guide will tell you everything you need to know to keep your machine working perfectly! Remember to maintain your machine by keeping it clean before it needs a service and a blast of air to clean it. Maintenance is the …

Pillowcase Party Dress FREE Sewing Pattern and Tutorial

This is the pillowcase party dress, a perfect project for those learning how to sew, yet still elegant enough to show off your new skills in a very flattering way. The bow is a decorative detail that brings us back to the 70's decades, makes it in a contrasting color for added glamour. Lined so it looks more elegant and …

A Knit to Honor Phenomenal Women

If you're a knitter who knows their knitting history you know that our craft was built on the legacies of amazing, innovative, resourceful women. Some of them whose names we know -- like Elizabeth Zimmermann and Barbara G. Walker, to name a couple -- and many we don't. To honor the women who've made a difference in her life, Little …

Kids Craft - Harry Potter Wizards Mini Magic Potion Bottles

Any Harry Potter, wizard or magic fans out there? Make these adorable mini magic potion bottles as a fun DIY craft for your favorite magic fan this Halloween. It’s an easy enough craft to make with the younger magic fans in your life. In addition to being a cool little craft, it only takes minutes to make these potion bottles. …

What is interfacing in sewing?

Interfacing in sewing relates to adding a layer inside of those parts of the garment that need to be stiffened. You can use it on a collar, plackets, cuffs, etc. Usually, there are instructions on the pattern where you should use it. For me, it is the most annoying part of sewing. But it makes all the difference in the …

How to make star magic wands

I feel like I need a magic wand right now....I wonder why that is? So I thought I'd look around for some inspiration and I ran across this fun tutorial that features recycled sticks from the yard, some hot glue and anything you want to add from your imagination. Pop on over to the blog Kids Activities for the tutorial …

Quilted N95 Face Mask Cover

This pattern is for a medical-grade N95 Face mask. It is used to create an outer cover for the mask. This mask pattern is designed to fit in two ways. First, the elastic expands, which allows it to fit over most N95 masks to provide a protective barrier, in the hope of extending the lifetime of the N95 respirator. Second, …

DIY Intensive Cellulite Cream

This tutorial shows you how to make an intensive cellulite cream that is jammed pack full of essential oils. 1/4 cup Coconut Oil 3 tablespoons Witch Hazel 12 drops Juniper oil 12 drops Rosemary oil 32 drops Grapefruit oil 30 drops Cypress oil 4tbs of base lotion or store-bought moisturizing cream. For full instructions and more information about the Essential …

Knitting Pattern - Babies Pram Dog Blanket

Knit up this adorable dog blanket keeping your little one cosy in their pram. This is designed by Nicola Valiji using the yarn Deramores Studio Chunkywhich is a beautifully soft acrylic yarn developed with anti-pilling technology. Perfect for your little ones as it is soft enough for babies. This Knitting pattern is available for free via Deramores, all you have to do …

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