Seems nowadays everyone is so overly obsessed with the big “O”- not Oprah, or the other behind closed doors thing, I am talking about Organization. There is probably some scientific journal out there that says an organized workspace is … Read More...
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The “Organized” Scrapper
Seems nowadays everyone is so overly obsessed with the big “O”- not Oprah, or the other behind closed doors thing, I am talking about Organization. There is probably some scientific journal out there that says an organized workspace is … Read More...
Sewing for a Cause
Have you ever thought about getting involved in charity and doing something fabulous to help someone else? But what can you do- what do you have to offer?
You can Sew!
Project Linus is a fantastic organization that distributes hand-made … Read More...
STORING YOUR CROCHET
http://www.craftycrafty.tv/2008/04/soft_sweater_storage_box_for_y.html
I saw this today and thought it was a really nifty way to recycle an old sweater.
This got me to thinking about other creative ways to store our FO’s and our yarn stash. I suspect that good shelving … Read More...
Hide Your Electric Cords
Finally: A toilet-paper roll craft I can stomach. Gregory at Apartment Therapy dressed up a toilet paper roll core with leftover wrapping paper and then housed unsightly electric cords into the pretty papered tube. What a great, simple, free idea!… Read More...
Interview with Gobbledygook Creature Decor
I had the pleasure of interviewing Tamera Steele and Brett Mich of Gobbledygook Creature Decor. They offer handmade seasonal and holiday decorations out of their basement studio in Kenosha, Wisconsin. They share a love of decorating for holidays and … Read More...
Charity Knitting – Knitting for Orphans
Warm Woolies is a non-profit organization whose volunteers knit warm clothing for poverty-stricken children who would otherwise suffer from cold. Our mission is to provide the very neediest children with wool sweaters, vests, hats, mittens, and socks.
In 2008, they … Read More...
Crafters for Critters
Crafters for Critters is a wonderful online shop that simultaneously supports handmade, indie businesses and raises money for animal rescue organizations. They collect handmade/individually-created items and put them up for sale here. The proceeds are then donated to animal … Read More...
Junk to Funk Fashion Show
The submission deadline has passed for the second annual Junk to Funk fashion show in Portland, but you can still observe the recycled fashion action by attending the event. It’s set for Saturday, Nov. 17, at the Wonder Ballroom. … Read More...
~Indie Beauty Network~
If you’re looking to join a handmade toiletries guild, organization or any other group that would help you with your business as well as supplying LIABILITY INSURANCE then you need to pay a visit to the Indie Beauty Network. … Read More...
Angel Creations
With the Holidays just around the bend, why not consider getting some of your tags and gift items early! Angel Creations on Etsy has a nice array of handmade tags and angels. A portion of the proceeds will be donated … Read More...
Wichita Women’s Initiative Network
Prolific knitter and fellow Wichitan Jill pointed me in the direction of a great organization: Wichita Women’s Initiative Network. Among the products that these women craft with love are top-notch rugs ($30) and place mats ($20) made entirely from … Read More...
CHARITIES – crocheters are very generous
So, I’m interested to know what charities my readers contribute to – crochet-wise. I am familiar with Project Linus, Heartmade Blessings, and others, but I’m always looking for other charities that might benefit from our handiwork.
Please post your favorite … Read More...
LuminEssent Candles Recycles and Gives to Charity
Besides the recycled glass votive shown here LuminEssent Candles sells melts, tealights, pillars, jars, and travel tins.
LuminEssent Candles are environmentally-friendly and made from soy wax, which makes them burn longer and cleaner than paraffin.
Specialty Candles:
A portion of … Read More...
FeltWEST
After visiting what seemed to be a hundred felting sites, I happened on FeltWest. Just sit back and look through their collection of wonderful felted items. This site is filled with worthwhile articles also. Enjoy and let me know … Read More...
Dirt Candles: Raw, Natural, Pure and Real
The name Dirt Candles was inspired by the origin of all things natural and candle ingredients are from natural sources such as organically grown American soybeans, essential oils and recycled glass and paper.
Some of the many celebs that dig … Read More...
Vancouver Recycled Arts Festival
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...
Indie Crafts
The Meaning :
In.die Cra.fts.
- One, such as a studio, crafter or producer, that is unaffiliated with a larger or more commercial organization.
- An artistic work produced by an independent company, single entity or small group.
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This Indie Crafts … Read More...
Share Your Soapy Knowledge!
Everyone has heard of the popular site Wikipedia, the online encyclopedia that is edited by its users. Sites that are using Wiki’s open source software (called Wikimedia) have been popping up everywhere, including several crafting-related ones.
Soap makers will … Read More...
Yarn Sale and the Harlot at Webs
Webs is celebrating their 33rd anniversary with a yarn sale. This sale is good until May 25th. Nuro Kureyon] new fall colors out and they are available now at Webs.
5th ANNUAL TENT SALE
Saturday & Sunday, May … Read More...