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Obsessed with Plush

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It seems like every time I turn around, someone I know is pregnant and having a baby shower. While my standard kiddie present used to be a baby tee with a gun screen-printed on it (as part of my ode … Read More...

Tortuerouge Soap Making Retreat

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Tortue Rouge is pleased to announce new dates for their very popular Make Your Own Natural Beauty Products course on 10th – 12th June 2008, and 9th – 11th September 2008. Each course is three full days, with arrival the … Read More...

Upcycled Baby Bibs

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Babyware can fall under the category of eco-chic, too, as mandolyn on Etsy demonstrates with her baby bibs made from fused plastic bags. She describes the product as sturdy, waterproof, reversible, easy to clean and eco-friendly. A cotton bias tape … Read More...

A gift for the entire year!

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Hi Everyone:

You can create a smashing gift that will be great for the entire year.

I saw this wonderful box of cards on Laurie’s site, I started thinking it will be a great idea to create a set of … Read More...

HOOK REVIEW – PLASTIC HOOKS

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plastic crochet hooks

Plastic crochet hooks are sometimes a harsh reality of our lives! For many years, when we needed any hook larger than a K, we had to find a plastic hook. Plastic hooks are cost effective, as in inexpensive, but they … Read More...

Recycled Clothing – Books

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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

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Candle ArtIf 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...

Mother’s Day Sewing Projects

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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?

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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 here 

Have a … Read More...

Crop Out Cancer

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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

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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

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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

Cereal Box Business Card Holder

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cereal_box_card_holder.jpgTired 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...