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The question of the day…end of year contemplation. No resolutions. Resolutions are meant to be broken. Goals are things we work to achieve. So what are your glass goals for 2010? Learn a new skill. Or a new technique? Go to a conference? How about a glass cruise? Yeah, they exist. I want to hear from you. The first 5 …

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p.s. i made this If you are looking for some good simple projects and excellent tutorials, check out P.S. – I Made This who was the creator of the tutorial for the mailing tube bangles.

I love these art deco inspired pendant earrings made from mirror clips as seen on her site.  What anunexpected source of materials for earrings! And there are many …

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Learn how to save money in 2010 by making your own laundry soap. Mummy Deals shares directions for creating laundry soap for just $7 per year!…

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newyearshatsFind all kinds of (kid-friendly) New Year’s treats over at Family Fun, like these edible New Year’s hats and this kid-version of champagne, bubbly JellO parfait.

[tags]JellO, new year’s eve, beverages, desserts[/tags]

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t1064945695_1271929752746_1502Check out this video from Bullseye! Rolling glass sheet!! So cool but yet so hot!…

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Makes and Takes has these cute little glasses for your children to wear ALL YEAR LONG! Great for learning about numbers, or even calendar topics…not to mention bringing the New Year in with style.

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Click here to print off your coupon. Valid in US stores only on January 1st 2010…

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Twenty Ten! Sounds funny doesn’t it? Although it does have a nice way of rolling off the tongue, I’m still not ready for it, Never am but the New Year arrives anyway. New Year’s resolutions go unmade (from 2009!) yet still, I’m dragged kicking and screaming into the new year! I’m sure others feel similar.

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cuffs11 Ruffles rock! Sew up some super cute ruffle cuffs from an old shirt using this tutorial from Ruffles and Stuff.

[tags]sew ruffles from a dress shirt[/tags]…

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CoatLining1_lgA new lining can breathe new life into a coat that looks as if it has seen better days.  Cal Patch from Hodge Podge Farm shares a tutorial on CraftStylish for replacing the lining of a coat.   Go to the tutorial.

[photo from CraftStylish]

[tags]sewing, tutorial, replace, coat, lining[/tags]…

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champagneribbonsLove this quick and simple idea to dress up champagne glasses for tonight: ribbons. Plus, the ribbons double as glass markers. Find the post HERE at Real Simple.

[tags]champagne, New Year’s Eve, ribbon, glasses[/tags]…

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logRead a review of the Scrapbooker’s All-in-one Memory log over at A Matter of Memories, and enter to win a copy! Hurry, entries close tonight, December 31st at 11:59 pm EST. Click here to go to review and giveaway…

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Use code PASSITON at checkout to get free shipping at Debby’s Dream Studio.

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changingpadcoverJaime from Prudent Baby shows how you can sew a new cover for your changing pad.  This simple sewing project can take your changing pad from purely functional to high-style baby gear.  Go to the tutorial.

[photo from Prudent Baby]

[tags]sewing, tutorial, changing, pad, cover[/tags]…

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Jo Ann’s is having an on-line only paper crafting sale. From now until Jan 2nd all their stamps are 30% off, click here… to see their stamp selection.
 
-Heather

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marzipancherryI just got some marzipan to experiment with, so I’ve marzipan on my mind. Love these cherries from Martha. Find the how-tos HERE.

[tags]Martha Stewart, cherries, marzipan[/tags]…

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play mat cityCare from Obsessively Stitching blog made this original play mat for her little boys Hot Wheels collection. I can just imagine cars zooming around this cheerful city neighborhood, can’t you? Go here to see how Care made it.

[tags]play mat, zoom, cars, boys, neighborhood, fun[/tags]…

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This Wreath is perfect for putting up after the Holiday Season. Your children will have so much fun making those pom poms. J Casa*handmade has so many creative ideas for you and your children. Click here for wreath tutorial.

wreathpomShe was inspired by THIS wreath found at  Whip Up…looks like Fireworks!

pompom-wreathWreath from Blue Bird.

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Sculpey is a great medium for children to create with their little hands. The Magic Onions has a great way of using the tiny creations your child has made…Champagne Glass Charms. See how she does it herecharms!…

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A Family Full of Opinions is giving away a soap sampler set and laundry soap kit from Virginia Soaps & Scents. The giveaway is open to residents of United States. Must be age 18 or older to enter. Giveaway ends Friday, January 15, 2010.…

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I hope you all had a wonderful holiday season! I took a little time off, but I’m back with tons of great craft shows and events for 2010.

Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned scrapbooker, Scrapbook EXPO is the place to be this January. Scrapbook EXPO offers the opportunity to learn all the newest and hottest scrapbooking techniques with

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There’s nothing better than having a place to go to have your glass questions answered. I know I try to help when I can but I certainly don’t know everything about glass. There’s so much to know. But now Bullseye, they know just about everything there is to know about sticky glass situations. Here’s an example over at their forum

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closingtheopeningMichelle from Keyka Lou Patterns shares a tip on her blog for keeping a straight edge when closing an opening after having turned a sewn item right side out.  No more tell-tale humps or indents showing where the turning gap used to be.  See how she does it.

[photo from Keyka Lou Patterns]

[tags]sewing, tutorial, closing, opening, turning, …

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cozy_shirt_025Alexis from Lex and My Mama Made It shows that a comfy shirt needn’t be a frumpy shirt with this off-the-shoulder t-shirt refashion.  Go to the tutorial.

[photo from My Mama Made It]

[tags]sewing, tutorial, refashion, shirt, feminine, off-the-shoulder, shoulder[/tags]…

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ssssnakeLynette from Get Your Craft On! and All the Trend has the how-to for making these oversized snake softies.  Each one is 5 feet long!  I’m lovin’ those ssssnakey eyes and long ssssnakey tongue! Get the tutorial.

Want one of these snakes but don’t want to make it yourself?  Get one from her shop

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