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Artist [tag]James McNulty[/tag] does some amazing things with the most under-appreciated part of fireworks: the packaging. He mixes and matches kitschy illustrations with Chinese characters with over-the-top names of fireworks to create colorful [tag]collage[/tag]s. If you live in the U.S., … Read More...
Newish topic at [tag]Knitter’s Review Forums[/tag]. This topic has generated quite a few posts concerning [tag]hand-painted yarns[/tag].
One post dated 06/28/2007Â is from Margaret of [tag]Inspirations Yarn.[/tag]
“I can’t speak to anyone elses technique or motivation but I … Read More...
I thought I would direct you to this site to see the following: http://www.feltcrafts.com/washboard-purse.htm
I have not seen this before and it looks like fun.
Felted Purse Kit
Not just sassy and seasonal but simple to make. Make this one-of-a-kind … Read More...
Stamps are a great, cost effective way to add cute touches to your scrapbooking pages. Teresa at (Sca)apropos writes about the advantages adding clear stamps to your scrapbooking collection.
Read more about the advantages of clear stamping @ (Scr)apropos.com… Read More...
If you live are going to be in this area, it is not too late to join in and learn new and exciting felting techniques. Check out this site for details.
Suzanne is the originator of … Read More...
This rock candle has a built in metal cup to hold tea lights and the pebbles peek through the maple leaves. A day late for Canada day but here it is nonetheless.
Other beautiful candles at Uniquely Canada include their … Read More...
Straight from the source, here’s a news release from the Clark County (Washington state) public relations office on this coming weekend’s Recycled Arts Festival:
Vancouver, WA – Live entertainment, family-friendly activities, and 50 vendors selling art using recycled items will … Read More...
I love [tag]Knitters Review[/tag] yarn profiles. The reviews always tell me what I want to know about a yarn without prejudice. This time the review is written about [tag]O Balance Yarn[/tag] from [tag]Vermont Organic Fiber Company[/tag].
Vermont Organic Fiber … Read More...
Suzanne, The accidental felter http://www.hookedonfelt.com/about.htm
When I tell people that I became a needle felter by accident, I’m not kidding! My friend, Barb Marr had taught me to do Locker Hooking. I made about 13 2’x3′ rugs. I had … Read More...
If you are planning to celebrate but still aren’t 100% sure of what you are going to make this 4th July, here are some great American party ideas from the foodnetwork.com.
I haven’t posted an edible craft for kids in a while, so here is an easy but fun one, also found on fabulousfoods.com (originally posted by Heidi Ott from CraftersCommunity.com).
Here are the instructions for red, white and blue popsicles … Read More...
I haven’t posted an edible craft for kids in a while, so here is an easy but fun one, also found on fabulousfoods.com (originally posted by Heidi Ott from CraftersCommunity.com).
Here are the instructions for red, white and blue popsicles … Read More...
Lariarocket at Craftster.org writes about this creative project that she made using a Denny’s Menu. I’m sure if you asked around you could find some restaurants that have menus like these that they are throwing away. This is a … Read More...
This adorable cactus pin cushion is a fun and practical way to keep your pins tidy.
and Craftbits.com has free instructions on how to make it.
Film Canisters —
Well, there used to be a time when we all had them to spare and they were a popular topic on recycled messageboards all around the place, but what happens now that people are going digital? You … Read More...
This is a really adorable Heart felt bag that can be made up in any color you like, take a look!
Thanks to Bev who admits to a severe addiction to crafts at Easy Crafts 4 Fun, Blogtipping Day for Candle Making at Craft Gossip has begun. Bev’s Blogtipping Definition: “Blogtipping is where you publish a blog post in which … Read More...
By: Linda Lanese
My brooch was created using pale purple-blue wool roving and dry needle felting. The stigma is felted yellow-green roving and a cylinder bead was attached. I will be offering sites and articles that show you how to … Read More...
If you’re like me and love to decorate in aluminum, nickel, steel — in short, anything silver-colored — this industrial chic junk box flower (designed by photozz) made from used floppy disks, a dead hard drive and a floppy drive … Read More...
I’m back, and am now mommy to three! Baby Ben was born last Monday, and we are both well and back home.  Â
I thought that my first post after being away on “baby business”  for … Read More...
