Sarah was generous enough to send me her book to review and I’m giving it away to one of my loyal readers. These will be one of these books that I will have to buy for my felting library to … Read More...
Create this fun and unique Double Pull Out Books
Hi Everyone:
I came across this fun Double Pull Out Book that will be great to use [tag]stamping [/tag]florals to create this fun mini album..
You can also use this for a brag book or end of the year gifts… Read More...
Elegant Beaded Candle Project from Michaels
This is one of the most beautiful beaded candles I have seen. Thanks to Michael’s craft store you can recreate the elegant beaded candle project with their easy step by step instructions.
The glass prima pillar holder really sets the … Read More...
HOOK REVIEW – CLOVER SOFT TOUCH
These are my absolutely favorite crochet hooks. I even have a set of them in sizes for thread. Those are hard to find. I googled and found that this site still has a few left in thread sizes – http://www.yarn-store.com/crochet-hooks.html.… Read More...
Mom, I’m bored!
Ah, Summer, the sky is blue, the sun is shining, and the kids are… off from school with nothing to do.
Simplicity has a whole slew of kid-friendly sewing projects. From adorable unisex pj pants to cute stuffed letters, … Read More...
Book Review: Felted Jewelry: 20 Stylish Designs
Felted Jewelry: 20 Stylish Designs
(Lark Jewelry Book) by Candace Cooper
- Hardcover: 112 pages
- Publisher: Lark Books (April 1, 2007)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 1579908705
- ISBN-13: 978-1579908706
One look at the cover and I said “YES!!!!” and quickly swiped it off … Read More...
Photocropology
Photocropology sounds like the study of something unmentionable….it isn’t, I just made it up (at least nothing showed up when I Googled it a minute ago…. so, you heard it here first folks). It’s the science of cropping a picture … Read More...
Create More, Spend Less
A few friends have recently recommended this craft supplies site. I finally checked it out and it rocks! Seriously!
Create for Less has a whole lotta crafty things. The sewing section is packed full of necessities at a fraction of … Read More...
How to Sew a Traditional Mexican Dress
Living in Los Angeles, you get exposure to a lot of Mexican culture. There is a really cool old part of downtown called Olvera Street. Ripe with delicious Mexican restaurants and kitschy souvenir shops, this is the closest you can … Read More...
Post it anyone?
Hi Everybody:
I go thru those little post it like water, I use them for my to do list and for leaving reminders for myself everywhere at work…
This will make such a great gift to a co-worker and you … Read More...
Lori Marie & Her Pretty Little Things on Decor8
Lori Marie of the fantabulous website Pretty Little Things can be seen everywhere from Etsy to the Martha Stewart show and now you can find her on the Deco8 blog. Holly Becker and Lori have themselves a nice little chat … Read More...
A little bird told me – crafty links
This week’s little birds come from JooJoo’s etsy shop. I love her simple and delightfully whimsical style. And what great photography, I could see these as note cards!
And now some links from the craftiest bloggers around:
Hawaiian Luau Candle Project
I had to share this Hawaiian luau candle project found at CandlesandSupplies.com. It would be perfect for a Hawaiian theme or even a summer themed wedding or party. The blue wax looks striking against the coconut shell and the … Read More...
An Interview With Brenda Pinnick
Designers are the unsung heroes in the crafting industry. To borrow a term Walt Disney used, they are the “imagineers”. I figured you’d like to meet some of the folks behind the scenes that drive the scrapbooking industry and feed … Read More...
Soapy Love – Soap You’ll Be Tempted to Wash Your Mouth Out With
COMPANY NAME: Soapylove
WHERE ARE YOUR DIGS: San Diego, CA. Actually in the Normal Heights neighborhood. Seriously. I didn’t make that up.
WEBSITE: www.soapylove.com
BLOG: www.soapylove.blogspot.com
TOOL YOU CAN NOT LIVE WITHOUT: My 9″ square silicone brownie pan – I … Read More...
Stuck on you!
I am an adhesive junkie….my addiction runs deep. I personally have complete drawers dedicated to various decorative tape and adhesives. One of my favorite sites This to That gives me the lo down on what type of adhesive I will … Read More...
Etsy News Update
From a recent Etsy Newsletter…
Back in February when Etsy announced upcoming changes to the way search would work, we made a promise to our Vintage and Commercial Supply sellers that we would extend the life of their item listings … Read More...
Thread Bangers Ball
A friend recently turned me on to Threadbangers on YouTube. It is a super cool channel for people who make their own clothes. They profile hip Indie designers as well as feature innovative projects.They also have a fun website. Hosts … Read More...
Felting Art in Denmark, Birgitte Krag Hansen
As you can see from the pictures, felting art is exciting and fun in Denmark, where Birgitte was born, teaches, writes felting books and does amazing felting art. Read about Birgitte following and be sure to visit her site and … Read More...
Upcycled Bracelets
Bracelets look great, but they don’t always feel great on your wrist. By wrapping used bangle bracelets in colorful yarn, not only have you created a soft accessory for your skin, but you’ve also created a whole new look. Here … Read More...