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Thursday, June 25, 2015

Craft Ideas from CraftGossip for Thursday, 25th Jun

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Coconut Oil Scalp Treatment

By Vikram Goyal on Jun 25, 2015 10:43 am

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Image source: MotherHuddle

Did you know that a scalp treatment should be a part of your regular beauty routine? Why, because it removed product build up, relieves dry, flaky and tight skin and treats dandruff!

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30 Perfect Poolside Treats

By Dana Hinders on Jun 25, 2015 10:21 am

30 Perfect Poolside Treats

When you’re planning a pool party, you want to serve food that’s light and refreshing. For your convenience, Diary of a Recipe Collector has prepared a roundup of 30 yummy treats that are perfect for any pool party. There’s yogurt … Read More...


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A Whole Bunch of Charity Knitting News

By Sarah White on Jun 25, 2015 10:17 am

knit pipers scotlandI like to save up knitting related news for roundups every now and then, and I’ve collected a whole bunch of charity knitting news — which seems to be the main reason knitters are in the news, which is wonderful … Read More...


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Fire Pit S'mores Cake

By Carolyn Bickford on Jun 25, 2015 10:00 am

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How cute! Looks like the perfect fire pit to roast the marshmallows on for s’mores. The best part, is the s’mores is baked into the cake. A great birthday cake for the camping enthusiast or s’mores lover. I would package … Read More...


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OMG Which Color Goes With What?

By Shellie Wilson on Jun 25, 2015 10:00 am

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Sometimes I write posts and think why am I writing this, surely everyone knows this stuff right? It’s not me being cocky, its me being naive. You see I grew up in a creative DIY household. During the week we … Read More...


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Project: Butterfly Hair Clips and Card

By Heather Holbrook on Jun 25, 2015 09:34 am

Project: Butterfly Hair Clips and Card

Ilina Crouse made these adorable butterfly hair clips by die cutting plastic Illusion film she colored with Chameleon markers. She also made a fun matching card using the same butterflies. You can find her tutorial over on the Chameleon Pens Read More...


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Tutorial: Rainbow Baby Quilt

By Scarlett Burroughs on Jun 25, 2015 09:00 am

Rainbow Baby Quilt So You Think You Can CraftI missed this tutorial when it first appeared on SYTYCC (So You Think You Can Craft), but it bears repeating. The show’s host Tauni interviewed contestant Crystal, of Stitched By Crystal, and got her to explain how she made this … Read More...


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10 Great Ways To Make A Bracelet That Doubles As A Watch

By Larissa Coleman on Jun 25, 2015 10:35 am

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A watch is just something that a lot of people consider to be an every day accessory.  If you love to wear a watch, but are looking for ways to dress it up a bit and have it look a … Read More...


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Printing Your Own Custom Wedding Labels

By Larissa Coleman on Jun 25, 2015 10:15 am

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If you have planned a wedding in the past, or are in the process of doing so now, then you know how expensive it can be to have things custom printed.  Whether it be the invitations, place settings, or a … Read More...


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Tutorial: Sidewalk tic tac toe toss game

By Anne Weaver on Jun 25, 2015 10:15 am

Tutorial: Sidewalk tic tac toe toss game Tutorial: Sidewalk tic tac toe toss game

Becky from Patchwork Posse shares a tutorial at Skip To My Lou showing how you can make a sidewalk tic tac toe set.  The gameboard gets drawn on the sidewalk with chalk, with … Read More...


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DIY Patriotic Rag Wreath 

By Katie Smith on Jun 25, 2015 05:44 am

Sherry from Olives-n-Okra shared this patriotic rag wreath tutorial and with the 4th of July coming up quickly I thought it would be a good project to share for those of us in the USA.  Sherry shares step by step … Read More...


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9 Free Robot Applique Templates

By Scarlett Burroughs on Jun 24, 2015 11:17 pm

Fireman Robot Applique Pattern Threading My WayPam of Threading My Way shares on her blog nine robots-at-work applique templates F-R-E-E for you to download. Squee! The Fireman, shown here, joins Artist, Bricklayer, Chef and many more. She adds,

I’m planning on incorporating my robots into a

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Product Release: Distress Ink Accessories

By Heather Holbrook on Jun 24, 2015 05:05 pm

Product Release: Distress Ink Accessories

Tim Holtz’s line of Distress products are so fun to work, he’s got amazing colors in stamping ink pads, ink sprays, paints, markers and more, all with a formula that reacts with water so you can do all types of … Read More...


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Tutorial: Make-up brush roll with a small zippered pocket

By Anne Weaver on Jun 24, 2015 07:45 pm

Tutorial: Make-up brush roll with a small zippered pocket Tutorial: Make-up brush roll with a small zippered pocket

Sew4Home has a tutorial showing how you can make this make-up brush roll.  The pockets inside hold your make-up brushes safe and sound.  (Follow their dimensions and you’ll have enough pockets … Read More...


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Free pattern: Girls summer dress with a contrast bib bodice

By Anne Weaver on Jun 24, 2015 04:36 pm

Free pattern: Girls summer dress with a contrast bib bodice Free pattern: Girls summer dress with a contrast bib bodice

Jen from iCandy Handmade shares a free pattern for making this contrast bib dress for girls.  This is such a pretty summer dress!! The bib is made from a quilting … Read More...


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Firecracker Cakelette

By Carolyn Bickford on Jun 24, 2015 01:00 pm

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Now here is a dessert that really pops. These cute little firecracker cakelettes have Pop Rocks inside for a popping surprise. Their eyes and mouth will explode with excitement when you serve these at your 4th of July party. Kids … Read More...


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Celebrate KnitScene's 10th Birthday with a Great Giveaway

By Sarah White on Jun 24, 2015 12:02 pm

knitscene birthday giveawayKnitScene is one of my favorite knitting magazines because it’s really my style. I love relatively easy knits that still have some fun detail and technique involved, and that’s what this magazine has been about for 10 years now.

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Tutorial: How to clean a vintage sewing pattern

By Anne Weaver on Jun 24, 2015 01:02 pm

Tutorial: How to clean a vintage sewing pattern Tutorial: How to clean a vintage sewing pattern

Rarely do you find a vintage sewing pattern in pristine condition.  After all, they’re old and most likely have not been handled or stored carefully over the years. Often the cover is … Read More...


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Video Tutorial – Crafts From The Past – What Is Tatting?

By Shellie Wilson on Jun 24, 2015 01:00 pm

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Lot of readers have been writing in asking about Tatting. Many of the young readers have no idea about this craft. I have to openly admit that tatting is not for me. Tatting is very slow and delicate, two things … Read More...


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Those Who Can't Make Cheat! Store Candle Makeover

By Shellie Wilson on Jun 24, 2015 01:00 pm

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How handmade do these store bought candles look? Really makes you wonder if making candles is really worth the effort right? Well I am sitting here questioning it myself. These printable labels can transform store bought (chemical filled) candles in … Read More...


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Sign up for the Elmer's Parents Club to download the free e-book

By Linda Lanese on Jun 24, 2015 11:36 am

make the most of summerCompanies like Elmer's have cool things for us in crafting.  Just sign up for their newsletter and download a free “Make the most of Summer” eBook and keep the kids busy all summer. The Elmer’s site has great ideas for; … Read More...


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