Creative Photography Retreat (CPR) is a new Creating Keepsakes event that teaches attendees to apply professional photography techniques to the art of scrapbooking. CPR is coming to Dallas, Texas July 23-25, 2009. Hosted by your favorite photography and scrapbooking professionals (think…
Take a bite out of the Credit Crunch
The supertalented Steven from “Glitter and Macaroni” just sent me a link to his response to the recession-a super cool Credit Crunch Bracelet.
He’s included the tutorial in the newsletter link. Be sure to sign up for the newsletter so you don’t…
Make Your Own Knitting Needles
I have to admit, when I first saw this I thought, “ugh, too much work”, but it’s totally doable if you take the “eating an elephant” technique. (one bite at a time), plus they’re gorgeous!
This tutorial from Craftster.org breaks it…
A New Twist On Knit In Public Day…
Too funny! Our knit sisters in England are sponsoring a Knit Facial Hair in Public to benefit the Prostate Cancer Charity.
Go here for the article! http://londonist.com/2009/06/knit_facial_hair_in_public.php
Weekend Aussie Handmade Markets
I’ve been announcing tons of US indie craft markets lately, but those of you Down Under have been sorely neglected. Here’s a roundup of some local weekend craft markets going on now. Most happen monthly. Watch for more later this…
Do you carry a brag book?
Hi Everyone:
I remember when my daughter was a month old, I carried a brag book everywhere to show my daughter.
Over the years, I stopped doing it, as I got into scrapbooking and creating albums.
Kirsty creating this fun wallet that reminded…
Rain, Rain, Don’t Go Away
by Pamela Hall
We’ve been having a spate of summer rainstorms here, which inspired me to go looking for polymer clay rainsticks. I found a wonderful tutorial for making a polymer clay rainstick by Pamela Hall. Click here to go to the…
The INDIEana Handicraft
The INDIEana Handicraft Exchange is a D.I.Y. contemporary craft fair that showcases the work of artists and crafters who use traditional crafting techniques mixed with a contemporary edge. Vendors offer a range of unique handmade goods from wooden jewelry to…
Felt and more felt!
Hi Everyone:
Since I discovered Etsy, I’ve been having a party discovering all the neat store.
Once thing I’ve become crazy about is these little felt flowers to incorporate into cards and layouts.
Have you seen these fun flowers?
Not only can you buy…
Felt and more felt!
Hi Everyone:
Since I discovered Etsy, I’ve been having a party discovering all the neat store.
Once thing I’ve become crazy about is these little felt flowers to incorporate into cards and layouts.
Have you seen these fun flowers?
Not … Read More...
Pictures from the ClayPen
by Seana
On Thursday mornings (ET in the U.S.,) Jackie Sieben hosts a polymer clay chat, “Discussions from the ClayPen” over at the Polymer Clay Central forums.
It’s a great chance to chat with fellow polymer clay artists, and ask questions if…
What time is it?
by Andi's Clayhouse
It’s polymer clay time! I absolutely love this polymer clay cuff watch from Andi’s Clayhouse. To see more of these lovely floral timepieces, click here.
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Behind the scenes look at Art Jewelry Magazine Tutorial Videos
I love seeing the “making” of a video as much as the video itself. It’s interesting to see all that goes into making a video that looks effortless. It takes alot of people and equipment to make something look flawless.
Art…
New Twist Collective is ready!
The Summer 2009 Twist Collective includes a “treatise on knitting” by none other than Franklin Habit of The Panopticon. Also, articles by Clara Parkes of Knitter’s Review and Ann and Kay of Mason Dixon Knitting.
A Font For Knitters….
On Sknitter’s blog is a post about a company that has designed a font especially for knitters. It’s called BDFlossy. Well, it’s about time I say!
Go here to read the whole article, it’s pretty cool!http://sknitter.com/2009/05/knitting-typography/
More Exploration of Etsy!
Hi everyone:
Do you have a shower coming up, if yes this is such an excellent idea. Hand painted glassware and plates, always make such a great gift.
The best part Mary ships international..
Visit Mary’s store on Etsy HERE
Have a great day,
Maggie
…Free Pattern – Seasonal Napkin Rings from Lion Brand
These knitted napkin rings are featured in the June 09 BK4K magazine. Knitted in Vanna’s Choice yarns from Lion Brand, but also good for sparkly leftovers.
The free pattern for this super quick, and super easy napkin rings is here: http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/90205AD.html?noImages=&utm_campaign=3528&utm_source=54596&utm_medium=email&letterId=54596
…Siren Song Necklace by Avalon Potter
photo copyright Avalon Potter
When making seasonal themed jewelry, it’s important to think of what evokes the thoughts & feelings of that season for you. For Summer jewelry, its usually tropical or beach/sea inspired. Using yellows, bright orange, red, lime green…
Free Pattern – Fourth Of July Place Cards from Lion Brand Yarns
They’re not knitted, I know, but how cute are they? These are done in Vanna’s Choice yarn, from Lion Brand, but you could also use up your scraps. Think metallics……
Anyway, this pattern is at LionBrand Yarns, here: http://www.lionbrand.com/patterns/90206AD.html?noImages=&utm_campaign=3528&utm_source=54596&utm_medium=email&letterId=54596
…Art Beads She Sells Seashells Sale
She Sells Seashells Sale - Whether you get to take a trip to an island paradise or staying close to home and your backyard pool this summer, you can create your sea themed jewelry with the Artbeads.com She Sells Seashells Sale!
Take 15%…