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Oct
31
Found another video for you to watch with another fabulous glass artist, Noel Hart, who is based out of Australia. Thanks to the Gaffer Girls over on Facebook for posting this. They can be so helpful sometimes with my blog posts.…
Oct
31
I know I just recently posted something about the Marioni family here but I’ve found a YouTube video that Corning has posted talking with Paul Marioni, the patriarch of the family and one of the revolutionary glass artists. So here is a link to it. I also recommend checking out some of their other “Meet the Artist” videos. It’s so …
Oct
31
Learn how to make this pretty Hawaiian quilted pillow cover over at Martha Stewart. A small project like this is ideal for beginning quilters, so much less threatening than a full size bed quilt. Go to tutorial.
Image credit: Martha Stewart…
Oct
31
Annie from Annie’s Quilting Stash will be hosting a study group starting in November using the book, shown. The Artist’s Way by Julia Cameron is a classic book on creativity. I own it and can wholeheartedly recommend it. Go here for details.
Image credit: Annie’s Quilting Stash…
Oct
31
Where I am, the small guys are done their trick or treating and the big kids are at the city’s Spookeramas. All the good ghosts and ghouls are stuffed on candies and scary stories. Here’s a Monday Mosaic chock full of some good, creepy clay to celebrate the day!
1. Polymer clay Halloween, 2. Polymer Clay Gingerbread Skeletons, …
Oct
31
Carol at FunThreads made this small art quilt for her swap partner and liked it so much she made another one to keep. If you like it, you can make one too. Go to tutorial.
Image credit: FunThreads…
Oct
31
I need to share this blog post by Lani over at Bullseye Glass. It shows pictures of the inside of the Bullseye hot shop where the sheet glass is made. When all of you out in blog land get over to Bullseye you need to get a factory tour. It’s amazing! So back to the post…they were hosting glass …
Oct
31
I love looking at all the spooky displays at Halloween. It seems easier (and cheaper) to decorate compared to other holidays.
Angie at The Country Chic Cottage shared this, just in case you need a quick Halloween candle decorating idea.
You’ll need a pillar candle, ribbon and stickers for this adorable candle wrap. See Easy Halloween Candle Wraps for more.…
Oct
31
I’m sure you’ve figured out by now that I love maps. I’m always on the look out for some new map craft or home decor project, and today I came across this fun canvas grouping on Creative Juices for Decor. Check out the tute here — MAP + Canvas = Love.…
Oct
31
If you are like me you have TONS of scraps of pretty paper and you just can’t bring your self to throw them out, right? Well this project is perfect for all those lovely, lonely scraps, why not die cut or punch them into scallop circles and make a wonderful holiday tree. Find instructions for making your own tree over at The Lifestyle …
Oct
31
Be sure to get over to “favecrafts” and get your FREE “How to Make Christmas Decorations” eBook today. This book is filled with crafts for all type of crafters; so craft yourself a very Merry Christmas.
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Oct
31
Inspired by something she had pinned on Pinterest, Tamsyn made this fun star themed light fixture for her son’s bedroom. See the post here at Max and Me — Pinterest Challenge.…
Oct
31
See a breathtaking survey of the evolution of tinytoadstool‘s gorgeous embroidered felt berets–a mosaic she created as a portfolio for an exhibition. Go to her post.…
Oct
31
I was literally unwrapping a caramel to eat when I came across this beautiful inspiration board at Postcards & Pretties! I love the neutral yet dreamy feel of this lovely color combination.…
Oct
31
Troublet of The Trouble with Crafting shares another Stashbustin’ Ornament: a folk-art star. Go to her post for the pattern and tute.…
Oct
31
So I will leave you with at least one last-minute do-able snack idea before you head out and fill up on candy… goblin flatbread. Make it HERE at Martha Stewart.…
Oct
31
Dang, it’s too late for this Halloween (cuz stuff has to freeze overnight), so I hope I remember to post this early next year. Or, for any mad scientist or space age or themed party where glow-in-the-dark is very important… learn to make glow in the dark punch HERE at Chow.…
Oct
31
The kitty litter cake is by far just about the grossest thing I’ve ever seen. I can barely even look at it as I post (maybe because I have three cats?). And thus, perfect for Halloween, yes? Find the recipe and how-tos HERE at Amanda’s Cookin’, from our very own Amanda, who dares do this to me.…
Oct
31
KerryKatieCakes, who is an active proponent of the Alzheimers’ Art Quilt Initiative, shares a bit of information of how the charity spends its money. You’ll want to read this. Go to her blog post.…
Oct
31
Here’s a fun way to hold your utensils, with recycled cans you’ve used in your kitchen! The DIY Network has several other ideas for fun storage solutions here — Clever Organizers: Can the Clutter : Home Improvement : DIY Network.…
Oct
31
Jules of Adventures in Thread had a collection of small embroideries she’d done a couple of years ago. What do you do with little tidbits such as those? She put them together into an Edwardian Nature Scrapbook Page, inspired by mixed-media collections she’s seen on the web. Brilliant! See more at her blog post.…
Oct
31
Recently I had the chance to check out the Neat Container Storage system, which is part of a Craft Gossip Giveaway. It is a handy storage system that comes with storage bins in a wide range of sizes. The set I tested has eight of the the size #1 (six-inch wide) shoe box pod, eight of the #3 (four-inch …
Oct
31
The egg is such a pretty shape and I love crafting with them. Read all about how Lauren of the blog Homemade by Lauren took an egg and made it special inside and out!…
Oct
31
Elvi from LoLovie shows how to make wondrously weathered jeans for toddlers. They look like they’d be high-priced designer jeans, but they’re actually made out of run-of-the-mill jeans. The grunged up jeans are awesome for little boys, but could also be cute for little girls. Get the tute.
[photo from LoLovie]…
Oct
31
Read the story of an epic meet-up! Virtual friends Kristin Roach of Craft Leftovers, Diane Gilleland of CraftyPod, and Rachel Hobson of Average Jane Crafter met in Rachel’s home town for some real-time socializing and crafting. You’ll enjoy all of Kristin’s photos, including a peek into Rachel’s unloose studio. Go to Kristin’s post.…