New patterns, from Tilli Thomas, like this one, Sparkle.
Awhile back, I got some yarn from Tilli Thomas, an off white merino with beads. Gorgeous! And soooo soft, if I had more, I would have knit up a bed. But alas……
Do I hear the Ice Cream Truck?
by Roots and Wings Co.
Look at this cute as can be piggy bank from the Roots and Wings Co.! Made from a recycled can, it’s the perfect way to stash some change to have handy when the ice cream truck…
Summer Fun Ideas: Activity Bucket
Make and Takes has filled a “Summer Tub o’ Fun” with lots of craft and art supplies to keep the kids busy during the summer. When her kids claim boredom, she points them in the direction of the tub. What a…
Add a little sparkle!
by Marie Segal
If you would like to add a little sparkle to your work, check out this tutorial posted by Marie Segal!
Technorati Tags: marie segal, glitter beads, polymer clay tutorial
Inspiration 2009 Machine Knitting Conference
BT YARNS machine knitting conference
westlake (cleveland), oh
Sept 24-27, 2009
Knowledgeable and Entertaining Instructors:
- lily chin - yes, she machine knits!
- susan lazear - garment designer and more!
- mary anne oger - a year’s worth of new garments!
- carol scott - nationally known instructor!
Go here to…
Play Tweet Your Prize with Artbeads
Play Tweet Your Prize on Twitter for your chance to win some fantastic jewelrymaking stuff!!
Add @Artbeads on Twitter, then to enter, simply follow the instructions below for tweeting a link to the item you’d like to win and telling your Twitter followers…
Buffalo Indie Market
If you’re near the Buffalo, NY area, check out the Buffalo Indie Market Saturday, June 27, 2009. Their first outdoor show of the 2009 summer season will be held in conjunction with the annual Buffalo Homecoming Citybration. Shop for unique, stylish…
Make It: Father’s Day Frame
Create a personalized picture frame for Father’s Day. Martha Stewart tells you how using a printable template, card stock, and photos. Easy and will look great on dad’s desk!!
Find the instructions here:
Would you like to win a Gemmy?
If you are a gem cutter, why not enter the 2010 Gemmys? Its open to all gem cutters, carvers and lapidary artists!
Deadline for entries: August 1, 2009
Go to the Jewelry Artist Magazine website and fill in the entry form and submit, print…
Blockbuster and summertime movies!
Hi Everyone:
how are you? there are some things that goes hand in hand. Summer is not really Summer at my house unless we see all the blockbusters that comes out.
This week challenge is to create a project that is inspired…
Keep The Fleece…..
What is Keep The Fleece?
- A celebration in honor of the United Nations International Year of Natural Fibres
- An international effort to raise 250K for the largest fiber flock in the world in partnership with Heifer International
- A community for people of all…
Intro to Modern Crafts Course – Atlanta
This summer instructor Shannon Mulkey (creator of the Indie Craft Experience I told you about last month) brings Atlanta-ites an amazing community education course at SCAD: Introduction to Modern Crafts. Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD) offers classes and degrees to…
Aussie Weekend Markets 2
Here are a few more interesting weekend craft markets happening around Australia.
Heritage Craft Fair - “The friendliest most creative Handmade Fair in Australia.” First Sunday of each month.
St. Ives Showground
Mona Vale Road, St. Ives.
Sisters’ Market - August 1, October 3, December 5.
Brunswick…
Lollipop and flowers?
Hi Everyone:
Lollipop flowers have taken the craft world like the shuttle heading out of space.
I’m pretty sure since Rebecca Sower showcased those flowers on her blog, we’ve seen a plethora of them all over the place.
I had to add my…
Another video to enjoy
I enjoyed watching this video with polymer clay artist Cynthia Toops talking about her work and the medium of polymer clay. From the Seattle Art Museum’s exhibition: A Bead Quiz
Free Sock Pattern
These are kind of cool. Called Guitar Man Socks from Whimsical Knitting Blog, and featured in the 2008 Knitting Pattern a Day Calendar. You can get the free Guitar Man Sock pattern here: http://whimsicalknittingdesigns.blogspot.com/2007/03/guitar-man-socks_07.html
Cane Storage Ideas
Polymer Clay Etc
Alice Stroppel of Polymer Clay Etc. has put together a video with cane storage ideas. I know I am always trying to find ways to keep my polymer clay canes clean and neat, yet easily accessible when I’m working…
Heartfelt Goodbye!
Hi everyone:
I wanted to let you know this week, will be my last week on the blog as of next Friday.
It has been a priviledge to be with you and sharing great inspirations.
I will stop by from time to time…
Paperific Australia (Melbourne)
The June date for Melbourne’s Paperific Expo is quickly approaching. June 19, 20, and 21 will be “Heaven on Earth for Papercraft Lovers” at the Melbourne Showgrounds in Ascot Vale. The Paperific expo is a showcase for a wide range of papercraft…
Free Pattern: Toddler Sweater
Say it with me, you know you want to. All together now….”Awwwwwwww”.
This adorable toddler sweater pattern will turn your little guy into a little man in no time!
The free pattern is here, at LB Yarn Company: http://www.lbyarnco.com/?p=1241
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