Here’s a truly sustainable jack-o-lantern: one that’s made from recycled materials, PLUS one that can be used year after year. You’ll find this silly pumpkin face, which is made from an antique sap bucket and holds a tealight candle, … Read More...
Halloween Reader’s Gallery
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t’s all about you today! Here are the fall/Halloween creations sent in by our readers. Thank you for sharing your work.
Rebecca entered this spiderweb pendant and was chosen by random as our winner!
Submitted by Nanjodogz
Ghost Rider … Read More...
NOT EXACTLY CROCHET, BUT….
http://www.gutenberg.org/files/22029/22029-h/22029-h.htm
There’s a lot of things one can make with spool knitting and it’s a bit easier to learn, especially for youngsters, than crochet or knitting. Tension is not such an issue with spool knitting as it is with crochet … Read More...
Call for Entries
Last Call: be featured in the first Readers’ Gallery! Email me a photo of your Halloween or fall inspired polymer clay creation and I’ll include it in our gallery. I’ll accept entries until 12pm (CST) tomorrow. Â
Need a little … Read More...
Junk to Funk Fashion Show
The submission deadline has passed for the second annual Junk to Funk fashion show in Portland, but you can still observe the recycled fashion action by attending the event. It’s set for Saturday, Nov. 17, at the Wonder Ballroom. … Read More...
Daibe Beads
Daibe Beads has very unique figurines that are hand beaded with crystal beads. And they make Swarovski jewelry as well. They get a lot of customers asking for custom orders that let their imagination do the work! This mother and … Read More...
Vogue Knitting on the Go: Felting (Vogue Knitting On The Go)
I was surprised how great this book is. I have made several things from it and they worked up easily and well. The directions are clear, the photos attractive. Overall this book is just a great asset for anyone’s … Read More...
Buzz About Wimble Bee’s
Wimble Bee’s slogan is “For people who love needlecraft” and apart from their fun website design they have some great kits at great prices. It’s quite a one stop shop for needlework including kits, fabric, threads and charms and … Read More...
~Indie Beauty Network~
If you’re looking to join a handmade toiletries guild, organization or any other group that would help you with your business as well as supplying LIABILITY INSURANCE then you need to pay a visit to the Indie Beauty Network. … Read More...
Shop Etsy FAST for Fiber Arts!
Etsy Fiber Arts Street Team Sale and Trunk Show!
Stock up on handmade fiber arts products such as yarns, knitting, crochet and more! A major sale of dozens of online crafters to celebrate the holidays! The Etsy Fiber Arts Street … Read More...
Knitted Christmas Tree Beanie
Do you love sitting under the christmas tree on christmas morning? Then this Christmas tree beanie pattern is just for you, Capture the moment by sitting under the tree as it sit’s on your head.
Great Project for office friends … Read More...
Crushed Can Art
Artist Charles Kaufman‘s work can be found on the pages of underground comic books and on gallery walls around the world. His colorful cartoonish paintings can also be found on used aluminum soda and beer cans.
“Using acrylic paints … Read More...
Sparkly Halloween Necklace
Brought to us from Jewelrysupply.com, heres a pretty Halloween Crystal necklace. This tutorial gives you a list of products that you can buy at the site. SUPER easy!
Looking for more Halloween Jewelry? Check out these designs on Etsy.
Hemp Oil in Candles…Why Not?
It’s no secret that the use of hemp has been gaining popularity in recent years, with its versatility and eco-friendliness being among the top reasons for its widespread adoption.
From clothing and paper to building materials and food products, hemp … Read More...
Faux Ceramic Pendants
Looks just like the real thing! Using liquid polymer clay and a colorant, this is a simple project for any skill level. This would be great to use with vintage buttons to add texture.Â
Not to jump to far ahead, … Read More...
Need a gift box for your Halloween Jewelry??
Need an appropriate gift box for all this luscious Halloween jewelry you’ve been making?? Well no worries - Try some of DIY boxes from Haunted Paper Toys!!! Here you’ll find COFFIN BOXES that would be GREAT for your housing … Read More...
Tea Cosy’s For Grandma’s
I will forgive you for thinking tea cosy’s are for grandma’s but if you do think that then your just not kitsch enough and probably don’t have retro friends who appreciate a good regurgitation of an old craft.
These tea … Read More...
Garden Hose Vase
If you find yourself “fixing” your leaky garden hose with duct tape, then maybe it’s time to consider making it into something pretty. I learned about this industrial chic multi-pronged bud vase by Dan Pearlman (of Objects of Desire) from … Read More...
Wearable Felt Artist, The Year of The Goat
When I saw Melissa’s wearable knitted and felted art, it was love at first sight. Her work is amazing and so chic that her pieces look as if they came off of a Paris runway. I fell in … Read More...
Polymer Clay Masks part 2
It’s Friday and so I’m here to offer you a little quirky polymer clay inspiration to jump start your weekend!Â
This mask is from SaltandPepper and has been entered in the Etsy Halloween Costume Contest and the PCAGOE monthly challenge… Read More...