Biker Betty would be my pick but then I’ve always had a thing for Betty Boop.
Winnie the Pooh is popular and this adorable birthday candle would probably please someone. I know my teenage daughter would love it anyway.
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Dyed in the Wool: Felt & Wearable Art by Horst
Horst’s art is housed in the Kent State University Museum.
The site not only shows his design but also how he makes his felt. It is very interesting if you are into felting.
The Rebirth of Crayons – Recycled Crayons
Just when I thought there was nothing more striking than a brand-new box of crayons, in walks these recycled crayon beauties I found at starkeyfeather’s etsy shop. They’re made from melting down the leftover little nubs that are typically banished … Read More...
SF CraftMafia – A Family Affair
Sunday, August 12, 2007 from 2 – 6 pm @ Stitch Lounge,
182 Gough St., San Francisco, CA.
This crafty event will feature a variety of activities & demos including clothing customization & embellishment, jewelry-making and delicious cupcakes to … Read More...
How to Block
Yesterday I wrote about where knitters block, today I’m giving you websites with tips on how to block.
[tag]Kim Werker[/tag], editor of [tag}Interweave Crochet[/tag], has a great tutorial on [tag]spray blocking[/tag] using a blocking board. Kim is showing how … Read More...
PRIZE PACKAGE FOR BLOCK CONTEST 07/15/07
Here’s a list of the items that will be awarded to Lynn for her prize winning designs she entered in my Block Contest (as promised some are new and some are ‘vintage’ from my stash). Sorry I don’t have any … Read More...
Scrap-Your-Own Wooden Blocks
Oriental Trading is a great place to purchase really cheap wooden blocks to create into scrapped treasures. [tag]Wooden blocks[/tag] are a great way to display your scrapping in a unique way.
Recycled Rings
Michelle from Recycled Rings takes old rings and turns them into things of beauty by adding colorful embroidered threads. She wraps each stone with several layers of thread and then further embellishes the piece with other fibers, beads or wire. … Read More...
Lush Bath Jelly Recipe
Lush is a luxurious bath and body store that will draw you in just with the aroma flowing out the door. Unfortunately Lush is not in everyone’s price range and as a result recipes are sort out all over the … Read More...
How to make a strong scented candle?
I know how to make scented candles but is it just me or do they not smell strong enough? I have had several disappointments and know that I’m … Read More...
Where do you Block?
Many knitters do not spend the time to block their finished projects, especially if they knit with [tag]acrylic yarns[/tag]. A nice thing about acrylic is that it’s self-blocking – just toss it into the washer and dryer, and it springs … Read More...
Cupcake decorating party
Looking for a fun idea for a kid’s party, or even a girls’ night in? Â A cupcake decorating party could be just what you’re looking for. Â
The hostess will have to either buy or make enough cupcakes for … Read More...
Heather Kerner Felt Artist
I find Heather’s diverse uses in the art of felting just short of brilliant. I wanted to purchase everything on her web site: . Do visit her site and you too will be impressed by this felt artist.
Heather‘s unique … Read More...
Alligator Sewing Kit
This alligator sewing kit is pretty cute and with the free instructions you are just some felt away from making this little hand snapping alligator.
Recovering Scrapbooking Albums
Do your [tag]scrapbooks[/tag] look plain and boring on the outside? DIY Network offers a tutorial for covering albums with fabric and batting. Now your [tag]albums[/tag] can look as beautiful and unique on the outside as they do on the inside!… Read More...
Felted Sea Glass Necklace
I created this felted necklace after caning off-white roving with a little mixture of yellow and blue in the middle of the cane. This was wet and needle felted. I then added sea glass, extra roving, and mother of pearl … Read More...
Knitted Motorcycle
This motorcycle cozy was knitted by [tag]Theresa Honeywell[/tag] and at one point was on display at the [tag]Georgia Museum of Arts[/tag]. Theresa has an eye for the masculine arts and has also knitted tool belts, screwdrivers, and jackhammers.
More of … Read More...
Necktie Skirt
The Etsy shop Hooked on Purses features a sprinkling of upcycled materials, including an adorable toddler necktie skirt made from “pre-loved” multicolored silk neckties. As the description says, it’s “perfect for summer twirling,” and it’s also perfect for the little … Read More...
Carol Huber Cypher, Felter
This is one of the best books I have seen on felting and the author, Carol Cypher is an amazing artist. She has been on DIY and does exquisite things with felt.
Hand Felted Jewelry and Beads: 25 Artful Designs… Read More...
Dirt Candles: Raw, Natural, Pure and Real
The name Dirt Candles was inspired by the origin of all things natural and candle ingredients are from natural sources such as organically grown American soybeans, essential oils and recycled glass and paper.
Some of the many celebs that dig … Read More...