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Recycled Fence Bags

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ornjmain.jpgFrom the streets of Detroit come the Ornj line of bags, which are made of recycled temporary construction fencing found in the city.

[tags]fence, fencing, construction, bag, messenger, tote, purse[/tags]

20 Alternatives to Easter Grass

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Petroleum-based Easter grass is not only eco-unfriendly, but it’s also an absolute mess. Associated Content author lvngwell provides plenty of alternatives to the fake stuff, including many recycled ideas, such as lining the bottom of an Easter basket with leftover … Read More...

Easter Egg Candles

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colored eggsYou can find these colored Easter egg candles at Discount Candles. They also have plain white and some with a yellow yolk. I would love receiving something like this instead of candy but not so sure the kids would … Read More...

MY VERSION OF KEN JONES’ SWEATER…..

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If you value well written crochet patterns as much as I do, get yourself over to Ken Jones’ Lulu Storefront and buy yourself one of his patterns! I’m a slow crocheter and tend to think of patterns as ‘suggestions’ more … Read More...

CD Jewel Case Birdhouse

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cd_birdhouse.jpgIf you’re one of the lucky ones who actually has CD jewel cases to spare, you might seek some creative advice from Friend of Craftster foldingj, who created this modern-looking bird abode from colored cases and a hot glue … Read More...

DIY Button Bouquet

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button_bouquet.jpgButton bouquets are perfect for those without a green thumb. Simply made with wire and a handful of buttons, these stems will never go out of style — and will never need watering! The Ripe Radish offers a number of … Read More...

Girl’s nite out!

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Hi Everybody:

Inviting your friends over for drinks is a snap. You can create a fun invitation that will set the mood, by using your [tag]stamps[/tag] and glitter and your stash. Jennifer created this fun card.
I luv the way … Read More...

Soda Can Pins

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can_pin.jpgYvonne Hernandez transforms ordinary soda cans into playful pins, magnets, key chains and framed artwork. After cutting the piece to the desired shape, Yvonne adheres the shape to sticky foam to hide the cut edges. In addition to aluminum cans, … Read More...

Credit Card Pendant

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visanecklace.jpgReader Patsy alerted me of this unique necklace featuring a portion of a credit card and an antique typewriter key. This would be perfect for the shopper — or for the former shopper who’s been forced to cut up her … Read More...

Thrift Store Candle Finds

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oil burnerHey, since I have my new camera I thought I would share my finds. I intended to go to a used book sale but must have had my days mixed up because it was locked up.

I hiked on towards … Read More...

SHANNONDALE CRAFT CAMP

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WOW! I ran across this ‘camp’ last week when I attended the 2008 Missouri Fiber Retreat. Crocheters are in the minority at the Fiber Retreat, but there are lots of interesting arts and crafts represented, including knitting, weaving, spinning, fingerweaving, … Read More...

Totally Tea Tote

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knitting3.jpgIf you are on one of those health kicks where no one supports you and you find yourself

carrying around your own protein shakes and herbal tea’s then this tea tote is perfect for you.

Pop your tea tote into … Read More...