I know this is not necessarily “indie craft”, but I was excited to see that plastic and paper supplier Clear Bags has come out with a new greener line of plastic bags. I know many indie crafters rely on ordering … Read More...
Jewelry Making Classes at ZNE Convenzione
I am happy to annouce that I will be teaching 2 jewelry making classes at the first (but not last!)Â ZNE ConvenZioNEÂ in beautiful Pleasanton, CA just north of San Francisco. The event will take place Aug 22-24, 2008.… Read More...
WHERE TO SELL YOUR CROCHET ONLINE 052008
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Crocheters are always discussing ways to sell their goods. Local outlets may be completely lacking in your area. Maybe a garage sale or an occasional craft fair is the only place you can sell your crocheted items. Occasionally, some … Read More...
Why Not Sew Placemats?
I was having a small dinner party the other day. As I was setting the table, I realized that I did not have placemats. I remember when I was growing up my mom had a variety of mats to choose … Read More...
From Junk Mail Catalog to Paper Dolls
I love this tip from Cloth Paper Scissors reader Deb:
 “Today, in the mail, I received my bizillionth ladies catalog! … Now, I am going green with paper dolls! I cut out all of the outfits from the fashion … Read More...
One Ball Knits – Book Review
by Fatema, Khadija and Hajera Habibur-Rahman RRP$16.95
ISBN-13: 9780823033225Belts, Gloves, hats and small shrugs are just some of the patterns you will find in this book that focuses on 20 projects that can be made from 1 … Read More...
Embellished Sewing Supplies
Just because your scissors may be just a pair of scissors, doesn’t mean it can’t be a bit jazzy! Embellish your sewing supplies with these cute decorative ideas.
It’ll make your sewing so much more fun!
Record Paintings
No costly framing or matting needed! Dave from the Gnarled Branch uses ruined vinyl records as blank canvases for his funky paintings. And installation couldn’t be any easier: Simply hang the works of art by inserting a pushpin through the … Read More...
Magic Mesh
Magic Mesh is a fun embellishment for your Scrapbooking pages that adds dimension to your layouts.
Magic Mesh is a self-adhesive, re-positionable, decorative mesh for use on Scrapbooking pages and other paper crafts such as card making.
Magic Mesh
Magic Mesh is a fun embellishment for your Scrapbooking pages that adds dimension to your layouts.
Magic Mesh is a self-adhesive, re-positionable, decorative mesh for use on Scrapbooking pages and other paper crafts such as card making.
Making Aromatherapy Lavender Heart Tarts
I bought some lavender essential oil
and decided to make some tarts for the burner that my daughter bought me. I found these cute heart shaped flexible molds at the dollar store.
First I melted a pound of soy wax… Read More...
The Adorable Clutch – Sewing Pattern
I LOVE clutch purses! This simple little accessory adds so much class and pizazz to an outfit. The fabric used in this purse or clutch pattern is a true statement piece.
This fun little retro clutch is the perfect Summer … Read More...
When Sewing Meets Baseball – Make A Baseball Wallet
I love baseball as much as I love to sew. So, how can my two favorite pastimes be combined? This link is to the archives but it is for a Baseball wallet made from an upcycled baseball.
These super cute … Read More...
MahkaCrafts Plastic Bag Creations
Many thanks to reader Annika for sending her recycled plastic bag ideas my way. For some time she has been repurposing plastic bags into knitting and crocheting projects and just recently has begun to fuse bags together to create new … Read More...
Amelia Makes Art
I am impressed with Amelia’s felting art and on how realistic her pets are and I can see why her ETSY shop “Amelia Makes Art” is so popular.  Several years ago I did the same type of … Read More...
Glass Pendants at Starving Artist Bazaar
I love all the handmade glass jewelry from Starving Artist Bazaar! I had a chance to pick up one of Jennifer’s Layered Amoeba Necklaces at Maker Faire. I think I fell in love with her work after seeing the … Read More...
Dr Who ? Dr Unfair that’s who
Dr who knitting fans have been in an uproar over their favorite Dr Who patterns being terminated off the internet. You could go see the (alleged) offending site but the patterns have now been removed.
it is not the first … Read More...
Yes Please !!
Win a champagne weekend craft break from Oxfordshire Hotels Ltd and The World of Cross Stitching!
Prizes worth £1190!
Enter our fantastic competition this month and you could experience a relaxing break in a beautiful hotel the perfect opportunity to … Read More...
70 Chances To Win
WIN John James Pebbles from John James and Cross Stitch Crazy – worth £155!
70 chances to win a John James Pebble case with tapestry needles!
These Pebbles from John James are designed to hold your needles safely. There are … Read More...
Channeling Cinderella Challenge Deadline May 16th
I just found out about this challenge from Stringing Magazine and wanted to let you all know. Deadline is tomorrow but theres still time to enter!
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