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No matter which side of the fence you’re on, DIYorDIE has you covered with hand-made political jewelry bearing the smiling mugs of the U.S. presidential hopefuls.
Wear the laser-cut wooden Obama lapel pin or the shrink-plastic McCain earrings with pride … Read More...
I think this must be a portrait of the Bluebird of Happiness because it sure makes me happy! Emily of The Floss Box designed this lovely embroidery pattern, and she’s sharing it on her blog. Doesn’t her stitched sample make … Read More...
Hi Everyone:
This week we are going to concentrate on using your punch to do create fun elements..
Cindy Lawrence have some wonderful ideas on her blog on how to make those punches be more effective.
[tag]Stamping[/tag] a background and … Read More...
How did you start scrapbooking? Was it at a friend’s house, did you attend a convention, or perhaps, sat in on a class in your local scrapbooking store? Most likely, if we are to believe the industry reports, you were … Read More...
This weekend I had the chance to use and abuse 2 pretty cool products.
First, the Fi Fi Bag. Here’s what the site says:
Carry Fi Fi one day and you will be hooked for life. Fill it with … Read More...
Learn how to make delicate components to add to your fusing by using a torch. The Aquila Glass School in Portland Oregon has class on October 20th. The above photo is taken from the blog of the teacher, The Garden … Read More...
Between the holidays coming up, crafting for charity and loved ones all year, and the economy here in America consistently on a downturn lately (or does it just feel like it?), I’ve been looking for unique ways to up-cycle found … Read More...
Melbourne Paperific Dates: 17th, – 19th October 2008
Several exhibitors at Paperific Expos have Make and Take tables on their stands. Here you can sit and make a quick project free of charge.
Make and Takes introduce you to products … Read More...
Yesterday I received a sample of a delightful Soapylove Ghastly Ghost soap pop, just in time for Halloween. The licorice-scented soap pop has embedded glow in the dark ghosts and is absolutely adorable! After a short exposure to the sun, … Read More...
Another great Halloween jewelry project – Check out this ADORABLE halloween project from Beading Daily! I love witchy stuff, and will be making a pair of these for myself.
Show your love of Halloween with these cute beaded witch earrings. … Read More...
I found this needle felted Pumpkin tutorial on Gourmet Felting. It gives you a visual of each step of the felting process and suggested materials. The Gourmet Felted is also selling this Pumpkin Kit in her ETSY Shop listed below. … Read More...
Since I have reinvigorated my love for old Hollywood Glamour, I just got this book- Dressed: a Century of Hollywood Costume Design by Deborah Nadoolman Landis. Landis is a Hollywood Costumer whose credits include The Blues Brothers and Raiders of … Read More...
Fused glass isn’t just for plates and jewelry. Check out Valerie Adams Glass. Funky birds and cats appear to be a versatile decoration. Perhaps plant sticks? Sun Catchers? Drink stirs? Whatever you use them for, they’ll add a splash … Read More...
Today I watched my children sit at the feet of an amazing storyteller. He had their undivided attention and you could almost see the drool from their slack-jawed bliss. Each and every child hung on his every word. The yarn … Read More...
I was looking around on the Internet to find a pattern for a sewn picture frame, when I stumbled upon the Fisk-a-teers. I’m not quite sure what the deal is- although they are toted as “Craft Ambassadors”, their blog … Read More...
Here is more gorgeous halloween jewelry for you to drool over, this time from artist Lori Anderson.
I LOVE this Wicked Bracelet. The little Wicked Witch bead is to die for! Her ‘Boo’ bracelet has already sold out, … Read More...
The Lazy Daisy blog highlights the painted glass works of Daniel Campbell in the UK. With his use of bright, vibrant colors I can see why people would be standing in line to commission his pieces.
Tiffanie‘s recent post on Sewforless.com‘s blog will have machine embroiderers bookmarking like crazy. She offers excellent tips (clearly based on personal experience) for embroidering on knits. Take a look.
Looking for more Machine Embroidery patterns and files? … Read More...
