There are a whole slew of books available now on how to transform your wardrobe using the clothing you already own. But, how to discern the good from the ones that aren’t that good? Here are a few of my … Read More...
Western Candle Art
If you’re looking for something a little more masculine, check out Acadian Candles and their western candle art. They have pillar and gel candles with horses, cowboys, cowgirls, bronco riders and stagecoaches. You can get them scented with sweet grass … Read More...
Great Lakes Mega Meet
Kate Knight
Kate Knight is a young contemporary designer from Scotland, her designs feature on a large quantity of products from stationary, posters to (our topic today) Cross stitch kits. Superstitcher.com has her latest releases on sale.
Kate’s design … Read More...
Scrapbook Max
Thanks to our sister site Craftbits.com you have the chance to win a scrapbooking software package from Scrapbook max.
Worldwide Entry
This competition ends on: 03-May-2008 ” National Scrapbooking Day”
Mother’s Day Sewing Projects
Ah the yearly dilemma- what to get your Mom for Mother’s Day? Nothing says that you love her more than special homemade gifts. But how to find the time with your busy schedule to create something sweet that she’ll adore. … Read More...
Icee anyone?
Hi Everybody:
An icee slush cusp has never look so good 🙂
I am so amazed by the creativity and generosity of spirit and sharing. Create this great paper dispenser for your desk, home, gifts etcc..
Instructions hereÂ
Have a … Read More...
Crop Out Cancer
I don’t need an exscuse to scrapbook but this is a pretty darn good one.
Scrapbooking Royality will participate in the ” JAX Crop Out Cancer” to benefit The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society along with Team in Training. Crop … Read More...
Candle Winners & Singing Soy Praises
I decided to pick two winners in the raspberry soy candle giveaway since there were so many comments and I wanted to give everyone better odds. Congrats to the 27th & 50th commenter Stacy and Tami!
I’m working my way … Read More...
Calling all stampers
Hi Everyone:
Have you seen the sale on the stamps at Scrapbook addict?
Here the sale ends soon
Let me know what you purchase 🙂
Have a great weekend,
Maggie
Recycled Silverware
I was inspired by Recycled Craft Gossip’s post Vintage Utensil Bracelet. So I decided to search out some Indie crafters on Etsy who were doing similar work. Love these beautiful cuff breaclets from wildfirewench. Or check out this upcycled … Read More...
Cereal Box Business Card Holder
Tired of the Franklin Covey-esque look at the office? There’s no reason you can’t combine your artsy-craftsy taste with office accessories. RePlayGround offers a fantastic tutorial on recycling c0lorful cereal and food boxes into funky business card holders or mini-wallets.… Read More...
Sew U, Part Deux!
I am so excited that Built By Wendy’s, Wendy Mullin has created a follow-up book to her widely popular sewing how-to, Sew U: The Built By Wendy Guide to Making Your Own Wardrobe.
Sew U Home Stretch is all … Read More...
Recycled Candle Mold & Container Ideas
You can reuse all kinds of things around the house for candle molds. Milk cartons work great and all you have to do is peel it off when the wax is set.
Paper cups are good and yogurt containers also … Read More...
Recycled Crayons Etsy Sellers
I love the idea of reusing all those old crayons after you’ve colored away their use down to a 1 inch stub. In the spirit of green crafts you can melt and pour those pretties into something new. I recently … Read More...
Earth Day DIY: Urchin Scrubbie Tutorial
Although this is a couple days late. I figured we’re all supposed to go greener every day! In honor of Earth Day, Karrie Weaver of Girl On The Rocks posted a lovely knit scrubbie tutorial made from yarn and recycled … Read More...
A Must Have Book, Felt It! Stitch It! Fabulous!
I did order and receive Felt It! Stitch It! Fabulous! and it is filled with fun and innovative ideas that I wish I had thought of. When you use the flea market wools you will get … Read More...
Dr Who Fans Unite
I am not really a big fan of Dr who and watch it without too much interest or care but was confused when he kept talking about Jelly Babies, well now I am confused no more for those of you … Read More...
Gift boxes and more
Hi Everybody:
Lately I’ve been spending time on the packaging of my gifts, I want to create something special to make the whole gift giving something unique.
Beate has created this wonderful boxes that can be use for anything.
Instructions … Read More...
The Fabulous Patio
The weather is simply so beautiful this time of year in Los Angeles (okay I know I’ll be getting some calls from my family in Seattle about rubbing this in!). It got me thinking about sewing for the outside of … Read More...