Handpicked crafts for creative people
Sunday, August 12, 2007 from 2 – 6 pm @ Stitch Lounge,
182 Gough St., San Francisco, CA.
This crafty event will feature a variety of activities & demos including clothing customization & embellishment, jewelry-making and delicious cupcakes to … Read More...
Yesterday I wrote about where knitters block, today I’m giving you websites with tips on how to block.
[tag]Kim Werker[/tag], editor of [tag}Interweave Crochet[/tag], has a great tutorial on [tag]spray blocking[/tag] using a blocking board. Kim is showing how … Read More...
Oriental Trading is a great place to purchase really cheap wooden blocks to create into scrapped treasures. [tag]Wooden blocks[/tag] are a great way to display your scrapping in a unique way.
Scrap-Your-Own Wooden Blocks @ Oriental Trading… Read More...
Lush is a luxurious bath and body store that will draw you in just with the aroma flowing out the door. Unfortunately Lush is not in everyone’s price range and as a result recipes are sort out all over … Read More...
I know how to make scented candles but is it just me or do they not smell strong enough? I have had several disappointments and know that I’m … Read More...
Many knitters do not spend the time to block their finished projects, especially if they knit with [tag]acrylic yarns[/tag]. A nice thing about acrylic is that it’s self-blocking – just toss it into the washer and dryer, and it springs … Read More...
[tag]Two Peas in a Bucket[/tag] offers a [tag]free resource[/tag] listing full of wonderful [tag]free fonts[/tag] for your [tag]scrapbooking[/tag] needs. I think my personal favorite is Hearts Delight.
Free Fonts @ Two Peas in a Bucket … Read More...
This alligator sewing kit is pretty cute and with the free instructions you are just some felt away from making this little hand snapping alligator.… Read More...
Do your [tag]scrapbooks[/tag] look plain and boring on the outside? DIY Network offers a tutorial for covering albums with fabric and batting. Now your [tag]albums[/tag] can look as beautiful and unique on the outside as they do on the inside!… Read More...
I created this felted necklace after caning off-white roving with a little mixture of yellow and blue in the middle of the cane. This was wet and needle felted. I then added sea glass, extra roving, and mother of pearl … Read More...
This motorcycle cozy was knitted by [tag]Theresa Honeywell[/tag] and at one point was on display at the [tag]Georgia Museum of Arts[/tag]. Theresa has an eye for the masculine arts and has also knitted tool belts, screwdrivers, and jackhammers.
More of … Read More...
The Etsy shop Hooked on Purses features a sprinkling of upcycled materials, including an adorable toddler necktie skirt made from “pre-loved” multicolored silk neckties. As the description says, it’s “perfect for summer twirling,” and it’s also perfect for the little … Read More...
This is one of the best books I have seen on felting and the author, Carol Cypher is an amazing artist. She has been on DIY and does exquisite things with felt.
Hand Felted Jewelry and Beads: 25 Artful Designs… Read More...
Jenautomatica at Craftster.org shows her digital scrapbooking layouts, which I think are just great. I really enjoy seeing others’ layouts because they give me inspiration and ideas for my own scrapbooks. Her layouts show you just how much you can … Read More...
Grab some inspiration at (or bring a well-funded checkbook to) [tag]SILHO Furniture[/tag] from [tag]mobile[/tag] artist Kevin Inkawhich, who uses [tag]eucalyptus[/tag], tulip petals, gaultheria leaves, pine cones and more to create abstract hanging mobiles. Shown is a detail of his Eucalyptus … Read More...
It’s ok to admit you might need a little help when it comes to beading and all it’s associated terminology. This idiots guide which is available all over the internet is a great encyclopedia to have on hand.… Read More...
When you’re first starting out with candle making it can get confusing and expensive. What kind of wax do you need if you’re making votives? What about containers? Thermometers, wicks, warning labels, fragrance, dyes, pouring pot?
Bitter Creek Container Starter … Read More...
Artist Debra Dresler, owner of Stroke of Art, is known for creating jewelry, cuff links and watches from recycled objects that reflect the personality of the wearer. Vintage typewriter keys, antique dominoes, used puppy dog tags, vintage tape measures … Read More...
It’s not [tag]collage[/tag], not montage, but rather bricolage.
Perfect for the eco-conscious crafter, the art of [tag]bricolage[/tag] is to “make creative and resourceful use of whatever materials are to hand (regardless of their original purpose).” Among her many homemade … Read More...
Scrapbooking.com offers a list of tips to help get you started scrapbooking on the go.
What are your tips for scrapbooking on the go?… Read More...
