I have noticed glitter in a lot of places lately…decking out lay-outs and adding bling to embellishments. My friend Crafty Chica created a FANTASTIC line of glitters you can find at Michael’s that are pretty special too. There is something … Read More...
Herbert, the Felted Purse!
You will surely get noticed carrying one of these cuties on your arm. Beth has named her felted bags and I am sure they are like her children. She admits she is a felting addict who loves to make unusual … Read More...
The most beautiful ring-bearer pillow EVER
Eva is known around Etsy for her sumptuously embroidered, whimsical softies. But Eva’s August 9 blog post reveals a new application for her beautiful little creatures. She created a custom ring-bearer pillow that is sure to surprise and delight all … Read More...
Hardware Jewelry Book
If you’re looking for some alternative materials to add to your jewelry projects, I encourage you to take a look at Nicole Noelle Sherman’s new book, Making Designer Jewelry from Hardware, Gems, and Beads. It’s packed with funky designs … Read More...
Muse Blues
Well, taking the weekend off to clay didn’t do anything to bring my muse back. It was pitiful, nothing came out right and I just couldn’t get into it. So, what did I do? I surfed around Flickr again looking … Read More...
Sunday’s Layered Palm Pillars
I made these summery scented layered candles today while it was pouring rain. I had a bit of a mishap with some cherry and lemon scented wax so ended up blending them together. They’re the pink tinged layer. The other … Read More...
Make “two” and win
Indie Fixx blog is celebrating its second anniversary with a great contest – The Indie Fixx Craft Off. Craft something in any medium. Incorporate the number 2. Submit your entry between August 6 and September 6, 2008. And stand by … Read More...
Free cross-stitch chart: Mini lighthouse
This week’s free cross-stitch chart from The Chart Shop at Cross-stitching.com is this mini lighthouse designed by Christine Ann Martin. Editor Anna Davenport says, “Stitch this miniature lighthouse and mount it into a bookmark – perfect for a long … Read More...
Indie Craft Show Round Up
Saturday August 9th 2008
Ballston Arts & Crafts Market – Arlington, VA
CraftaNostra – Maplewood, MO
Bizarre Market at the Jonny Z Festival – Richmond V
Brooklyn Indie Market – Brooklyn, NY
Sunday August 10th 2008
Why the Olympics Matter
For those of you who have had the opportunity to witness the opening ceremonies of the 2008 Olympic Games (I am watching them now), this truly is a historical event. The precision, choreography and artistry are absolutely incredible. The reason … Read More...
Why the Olympics Matter
For those of you who have had the opportunity to witness the opening ceremonies of the 2008 Olympic Games (I am watching them now), this truly is a historical event. The precision, choreography and artistry are absolutely incredible. The reason … Read More...
Etsy find: lucykatecrafts
Amy of lucykatecrafts designs and produces little embroidered soft sculptures that make me smile and give me tears. Sweet yet quirky. Perfectly executed. Touchable, lovable art. Amy notes on her blog that songbirds, such as the one shown here, will … Read More...
Today’s Flickr find
I’ve been lurking, ur uh, I mean looking around our Flickr site for some inspiration today. My muse seems to have left me recently. I sure wish she wouldn’t do that! I NEED her. I know that there are some … Read More...
Free cross-stitch bookmark pattern and FreePatterns.com
This sweet pattern is just one of hundreds available free from FreePatterns.com. You can also find patterns for plastic canvas, quilting, and a variety of other crafts. What do you have to do to take advantage of the free … Read More...
From Empty Prescription Bottles to … ?
Here are the details on the latest ReadyMade magazine MacGyer Challenge, due September 22. Show ’em your creativity!
MACGYVER CHALLENGE: PRESCRIPTION BOTTLES
Increasingly, stealing a peak into the average American’s medicine cabinet reveals a rainbow galaxy of brightly colored pills … Read More...
Joanna Rutter on Etsy
I have been falling in love with the jewelry made by UK artist Joanna Rutter! Her use of simple shapes and holes make the cutest whimsical bird designs. You can find her work for salet at her Etsy shop Joannarutter… Read More...
Arghhh! Pillow Monsters
Pillow Monsters are adorable little creatures that are handmade and available to take home and admire up close, one of my favourites would have to be this set Delilah and her pet frog Donovan ($60.00) her adorable golden locks are … Read More...
Striped Rolled Beeswax Pillar
For this project, you need three beeswax sheets in total but you will have enough left over to make a couple smaller candles.
Of course my kids took off with my tape measure so this wasn’t precise but it was … Read More...
Thread Den in Austrailia
I just got a tip about this fabulous sewing lounge / retail store. The Thread Den was started by a group of girls who wanted to combine their love of clothing with sewing.
Set in Melbourne, Austraila, the Thread Den … Read More...
Fabric giveaway from Melanie
Melanie Gray Augustin of Kimono Reincarnate blog is working on a Fabric Lover’s Guide to Tokyo. I can’t wait to see it! In the meantime, she’s asking for readers’ advice about what they’d like to see in the guide. If … Read More...