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Upcycled Wallpaper Journal

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wallpaperjournal.jpgEver wonder what wallpaper outlets do with their giant books of wallpaper samples? Unless the store owners are packrats, they toss them out when the wallpaper manufacturers send them new books. I love heatherlea’s simple wallpaper journal, which has … Read More...

Honeypot Luminary

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honey pot luminary candleI was hanging out at Greenfeet today and discovered these gorgeous honeypot luminaries. They’re globes made out of pure beeswax with dried flowers embedded into them. What a great idea! They’re signed and dated by the artist and each … Read More...

New Book Release

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 “Busy Bees Needlework Accessories”.

It is a 32 page book, spiral coil binding so that it lays flat for ease while stitching, full-color interior printing. The book includes five original counted cross stitch designs to include a biscornu, scissor fob, … Read More...

Art Doll Inspiration

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I suppose I have off-beat tastes when it comes to dolls.  While I appreciate those who render life-like miniature scultpures what I look for in art dolls is more of a narrative quality.  I love dolls that look like they … Read More...

Candle Survey: Moms Need Time Out

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Cody MummauAccording to Glade’s ® Flameless Candle Survey 98% want a “Me Zone” and 94% think they deserve it. 74% say they face obstacles to getting time out. Other findings:

One in three find the bathroom to be the only place … Read More...

Junk Mail Dress

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junkmailsm.jpgIt’s hard to believe this beautiful ensemble is made primarily from junk mail. And that the artist who created it, Nancy Judd, has created outfits equally as stunning from rusty nails, newspapers, tin cans and Target shopping bags. Judd, who … Read More...

10 Tips for Selling on Etsy.com

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The holidays are near and online shopping has become one of the fastest growing universal malls. Like myself, I have an empty ETSY shop and it has been a long time since I listed new felted items I have made … Read More...

FREE Bath Bomb PDF BOOK Tutorial!

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“Cracking, melting, crumbling, discoloring, or generally unpredictable bath bombs? If you have had trouble making good bath bombs consistently, you need this definitive guide. It is a little technical, but many people have found it to be the solution to … Read More...

Weathered Barn Candle Holder

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weathered wood candle holderI love the rustic look of this candle holder and if you have the right tools it’s not too hard to create. It’s easier if you just use weathered wood rather than trying to make new wood look weathered. The … Read More...

SOME FRESH CHRISTMAS IDEAS!

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everyone needs a gift idea now and then. I’ve surfed around a bit and found a nice collection of patterns, some new, some old, some really old – some quick, some not so quick, some easy enough for beginners and … Read More...

Circuit Board Creations

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suncatcher.jpgWhether you embrace the inner geek in you or not, you’re sure to appreciate (new Etsy member) Debby Arem‘s jewelry, magnets, office supplies and accessories made from used circuit boards. I’m especially fond of her sun catchers, which she … Read More...