In the fall, my summer knitting (for birthdays and Christmas projects as well as warmer weather items) takes a drastic turn towards lace shawls. If you’ve followed my rantings, you know I’m not a fancy sort, my shawls would be … Read More...
I Got Your Lace!
In the fall, my summer knitting (for birthdays and Christmas projects as well as warmer weather items) takes a drastic turn towards lace shawls. If you’ve followed my rantings, you know I’m not a fancy sort, my shawls would be much…
Inspiration: Rebecca Geoffrey
Beading Daily: Free Beading Project
Called “October Shore”, you can find the free instructions to make this necklace designed by Cynthia Thornton on the Beading Daily Blog.
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…IPhone cozies – Etch-a-Sketch and Space Invaders
Come to think of it the number of space invaders related posts I’ve had on here is fairly absurd and probably over 5. I did love space invaders on the ole Atari console. Who didn’t? I think Pitfall was my … Read More...
IPhone cozies – Etch-a-Sketch and Space Invaders
Come to think of it the number of space invaders related posts I’ve had on here is fairly absurd and probably over 5. I did love space invaders on the ole Atari console. Who didn’t? I think Pitfall was my…
Metal Clay Studio Night
Reader Amy Meade wrote to tell us about the new monthly open studio nights at the Shepherdess in San Diego.
The Shepherdess is a bead and fiber shop which offers a wide variety of jewelry making classes. The open studio nights will be…
New Catalog: Stampin’ Up
Stamping Up has released their new Holiday Mini Catalog, it’s got loads of fun new stamp designs for the fall and winter holidays. There are also new accessories and I particularly love the new sweet treat cups, clear shapes … Read More...
New Catalog: Stampin’ Up
image by Stampin Up
Stamping Up has released their new Holiday Mini Catalog, it’s got loads of fun new stamp designs for the fall and winter holidays. There are also new accessories and I particularly love the new sweet treat cups,…
Sugar gel hair remover recipe
If you’d like an alternative to waxing or shaving, give sugar gel hair remover a try. Sugaring is a great option for those with sensitive skin, or who just want less pain than with waxing. As a bonus, it’s also…
Playing with Glass Blocks…Pate de Verre
Pate de verre is glass casting using crushed glass also known as frit. The result is a soft, translucent glass that is so beautiful. You’ve seen it in Daum and Lalique glass. Through the Bullseye site I stumbled upon Cynthia … Read More...
Playing with Glass Blocks…Pate de Verre
Self portait of Cynthia
Pate de verre is glass casting using crushed glass also known as frit. The result is a soft, translucent glass that is so beautiful. You’ve seen it in Daum and Lalique glass. Through the Bullseye site I…
New Release from Making Memories
Making Memories has released a new program called Autumn Splendor
The program will be available at Michael’s stores across…
Scrap Alert: Online Class Give Away!!
Feeling Scrappy is giving away a place to their class Simplify the Season. Click on the link below to go to their blog to enter. Hurry! Giveaway ends tonight!
Sewing Tutorial: Toddler sweater dress from adult sweater
Mommabear from Smashed Peas and Carrots shows how she made this sweater dress for her toddler out of an adult-sized sweater. I am SO going to have to try this! Think you want to try it, too? Go to the tutorial.… Read More...
Tutorial: Toddler sweater dress from adult sweater
Mommabear from Smashed Peas and Carrots shows how she made this sweater dress for her toddler out of an adult-sized sweater. I am SO going to have to try this! Think you want to try it, too? Go to the tutorial.
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Recycle old lighting parts into a bird feeder
Over at the blog Alchemy Fine Living (who’s tag line which I love is ” Transforming the Dull to Divine Through Classic Design” there is this truly elegant recycled project. It turns old lighting parts and chandelier crystals into a … Read More...
Recycle old lighting parts into a bird feeder
Over at the blog Alchemy Fine Living (who’s tag line which I love is ” Transforming the Dull to Divine Through Classic Design” there is this truly elegant recycled project. It turns old lighting parts and chandelier crystals into a votive…
New online Store: e-crafting.com
Stampington &Co has launched e-crafting.com, a new store full of downloadable vintage ephemera. According to the site:
Whether you’re a paper-crafter, stamper, scrapbooker, or even jewelry artist, these stunning images will be a welcome addition to your studio, and you’ll be…
Pretty Fall Cardigan Pattern – Free!
I really like this pattern, it’s feminine, yet it could be just warm enough for chilly autumn outings. Classic and yet updated. Dress it up or down, myself, I can see it in a sage green (enough with the green … Read More...