Check out this cute as can be turtle charm made with a swirled bead by Flickr user Hollyrocks! Click here to check out the rest of her photostream with tons of polymer clay cuteness. Click…
Shop: Green Papercrafting
image by Creatively Green
Want to be more environmentally friend while papercrafting?? Then check out this wonderful new online store called Creatively Green, they call themselves the first eco friendly scrapbook and paper arts store, they carry a large variety of…
Where the Wild Things Are-about the author
It is always interesting to have students learn about the authors behind the books they are reading. This lesson plan is designed for older students (grades 5-8). It has them exploring Maurice Sendak’s life and introduces the controversary of the Where…
Make a Counting Book
Lu Bird Baby has created a fantastic photo counting book for her daughter and posted a tutorial so you can make one too!! These would be great to give a child something to do while standing in line, sitting in church,…
Discount and Relaunch: Inkadinkado
image by Inkadinkado
Inkadinkado has just relaunched their website, check out the lovely new site here, and to celebrate they are offering $5 off any purchase of $45 until the end of Sept. use code KD1 at checkout.
-Heather
…One of a Kind Vancouver (CAN)
The One of a Kind Show Vancouver is an extraordinary event with handmade items from over 200 of North America’s finest artists and crafters. One of a Kind Show will take over the Vancouver Convention Centre for a remarkable four day shopping…
Skacel’s New Yarn…
AslanTrends is pleased to present “Kettle Hand Dyed Collection”. Introducing 3 new fine Merino wool yarns in fingering, worsted and bulky weights. All yarns are hand dyed in a wonderful selection of colorways. The hand made nature of the yarn…
Project: Tent Topper Card
image by Michelle Wooderson and Splitcoast Stampers
Visit the tutorials section at Splitcoast Stampers for a wonderful new Tent Topper Card project and also check out the gallery for more Tent Topper card ideas and inspirations.
-Heather
Goldsmiths’ Fair ‘09
The Goldsmiths’ Fair in London is starting next week. It will run for two weeks from the 28th of Sept to the 11th of October.
It is a great opportunity to buy jewelry and silver from exciting makers, of course. …
Project: Stamped Drawstring Purse
image by Catherine Moore
Catherine Moore is a wonderful mixed media artist and she makes some of my favorite stamps too! On her website she shares instructions for a wonderful drawstring purse, it’s an amazing mix of stamping and sewing!
-Heather
…Craftsman Drill Review
A couple of months ago, Craftsman contacted me to find out if I would be willing to review one of their products.
Um, yes please!
It was fabulous timing too because Zak’s drill (manufactured by another company which shall-not-be-named) had completely given up the…
It was fabulous timing too because Zak’s drill (manufactured by another company which shall-not-be-named) had completely given up the…
Beading Demos
If you haven’t already been to Metalliferous in NYC, it is a must visit for jewelry makers.
The store is a treasure trove of jewelry making supplies from tool to materials. Located in the Diamond District, I always feel especially in touch…
Project: Photo Pocket Book
image by Michelle Wooderson
Hop on over to Michelle Wooderson’s blog Mish Mash for step by step instructions to make a very cool photo pocket book. I really love the colors she used and the use of sewing in this project!
-Heather
…Yard Sale
SouthSun Products is having a yard sale of beads. Until the 23rd, you can get up to 75% off if you buy 21 or more strands.
They also have upcoming silver jewelry sales and findings sales, so check out their website.
…Land’s End Knitting Charity….
Lands’ End Invites Customers To Knit A Charity Hat For Chilly Sailors
| Lands’ End is calling on customers to grab their knitting needles, cast-on and help sailors cast-off in a cosy new hat. |
Sep 17, 2009 – The home shopping clothing specialist has…
Tips: How to get your artwork published
image by Heather Holbrook and Altered Arts
I’m again really excited to have my art work published in a magazine! My altered French themed book is in the Fall 09 issue of Altered Arts magazine on pages 44, 45 and 47. It’s…
Pomp A Doodle – New From Red Heart!
Liven up your scarf-making. Embellish your hats. Or simply relax and sink yourself into a down-like pillow. All this is possible when you are creating with the newest novelty yarn from Red Heart®, Pomp a Doodle™.
This new fun and unique…
Forum: Rubber Stamp Chat
image by Rubber Stamp Chat
Looking for an on-line stamping community with swaps, challenges and contest and also a place to discuss your passion for stamping with others? Yes? Then go check out Rubber Stamp Chat!
Project: Captured Memories
image by Tim Holtz and Allie Edwards
Allie Edwards welcomes a special guest on her blog, Tim Holtz, he’s shares step by step instructions for making some amazing projects using photos, stamping, capsules and more, really stunning stuff!
-Heather
…All aboard for Cuttlefish, gar!
As a reward for swabbing the deck, be sure to check out the Cuttlefish necklaces at Noadi’s Art! She be including a (removable) eye patch with all of them for Talk Like a Pirate Day! Click here to set sail for her…