Who knew that Glad Press’n Seal was good for so many things besides food? Their site is full of testimonials for different Press’n Seal uses, including quite a few scrapbooking ideas in their arts & crafts section.
Snow bear
How far you do think Christmas is away? You may as well start making crafts now! You know you will be rushed on the 24th!
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Snowbear Pattern
This will make an 8 1/2″ tall Snowbear. Snowbear pg1
Snowbear pg2… Read More...
Lovely Pear Day….
I love Marilyn Patrizio! Her charming illustrations are made into sweet accessories and fun stationary! Her Etsy Store is stocked full of goodies such as the Smiling Pear Charm. This charm was handmade by Oscar Nieto and is in … Read More...
Manly Man Candle Company
These guys are too funny. One of their manly man candles is called “clean laundry“. The scent description states how laundry is too boring anyway so the solution is to light a couple of these candles and forget … Read More...
First Ever KAL with SWTC Karaoke Yarn
I have finally done it, I have committed to a[tag] KAL[/tag]. I joined the [tag]South West Trading Company[/tag] [tag]Knit a Long[/tag] using [tag]Karaoke yarn[/tag]. This is a [tag]soysilk and wool blend[/tag] sold at [tag]SWTC.[/tag] The knit a long is held … Read More...
I-pod Cozy
If you are an I pod user,or know one, (and who does’nt??). you should look at the cool design offered at Craftzine!! Jenn of half Birthday offers this 2 link tutorial. Much easier than you might think.
Muffin Candle Project
Lata Tokhi shared this fun project on Crafters Community
She used chopped crayon bits for nuts and decorations and has tricked people into thinking they were real.
Materials needed:
- Candle Making Supplies (Wax, Dyes, Boiler, Wicks etc.)
- Paper Muffin Cups
Magpie Recraft Fair
This weekend isn’t yet over, but it’s not too early to start planning for the next, which should be a good one for anyone in the Boston area: It’s the first-ever Recraft Fair, which features an afternoon of recycled craft … Read More...
Hardanger – traditional and elegant
I’ve heard a lot of times that many don’t try Hardanger, because they find it too difficult to handle. They love it, but because it looks very complicated, they are afraid. I’ve to admit, Hardanger can be challenging and intricate … Read More...
Online Needlework Show
and it’s THE time of the year again. Make a big fat note in your diary that the online needlework show is opening its doors again from the 17th October 07 – 22nd October 07. If you are … Read More...
Must-Have Hardanger Books
When I started embroidering Hardanger, I bought 2 instruction books from Janice Love: Basics & Beyond + Fundamentals made Fancy. They are superbly written and illustrated. I can’t recommend them enough for everyone who wants to learn Hardanger. … Read More...
Dirt-Cheap Dorm Room Furniture
Continuing with the theme of back to school, here’s a frugal — and green — idea for dorm room design: cardboard furniture. While you may not be able to craft Frank Gehry’s award-winning, high-design Wiggle Chair (retail $875, shown), I … Read More...
Saturday’s Scrappin Question: How Do You Organize Your Scrapbooking Ideas
How do you organize your scrapbooking ideas?
 I personally don’t have a good system yet, but I think this idea from Craftster is a great idea for storing layout ideas.
What’s Up Chicken Butt?
These charming Chicken Butt cards appeal to the chicken lover in me and will get most people to crack a smile. They are handmade with a a Gocco screen printing machine by Dixie and Clint of Young and With It … Read More...
Which Scented Candle Are You?
Here’s a quiz on what scented candle you are just for fun.
Which Scented Candle Are You?
Cinnamon. You are spicy, mysterious and the rest of the candle shelf is jealous of you because you over power them all.
Take … Read More...
Quick and Easy Layout Ideas
 There’s no need to spend hours slaving to get an impressive looking layout. These layouts at Scrapbooks Etc. were created in just 15 minutes!
Paper Piecing Offers Accuracy
Quilters, have you tried your hand at paper piecing?
 
‘Tulips’ pattern from MH Designs.
Paper piecing, or foundation piecing, is another tool to consider adding to your quilter’s toolbox. Paper piecing offers accuracy and seemingly intricate piecing without … Read More...
Adventures in Cross Stitching
On Friday’s it’s my intention to highlight a blog. Not really to speak to that blogger but to direct you folks to all that cross stitch bloggy talent out there. I won’t say that every blogger stays on topic all … Read More...
Glow in the Dark Gel Candles
Here’s a cool looking glow in the dark novelty candle from Happy Candles. The glow lasts quite awhile but needs to be recharged with light eventually. It burns for 72 hours and you can order … Read More...
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The Fashion Collection
Fall 2007
For a limited time, Sew News readers may order McCall�s 5480 FREE… Read More...