Dad or another another important man in your life enjoy a good workout, but not the sore muscles after? This homemade sports rub makes a great Father’s Day gift for the active man. The thyme and eucalyptus essential oils have … Read More...
Knitting Publishers, Stop Insulting my Grandmother
This is a post that is a little old, from January, but it struck a chord with me. It’s written by the owners of [tag]Rosies Yarn Cellar[/tag], a store in Philadelphia, PA and the blog is [tag]Rosie Blogs[/tag].… Read More...
Soulshine Beeswax Candles
Beeswax smells sweet naturally, burns virtually drip-less and produces no smoke. At Soulshine Beeswax Candles they offer many different candles including pillars, tapers, novelty, firestarters and pure beeswax blocks. Their candles are 100% pure beeswax and are hand poured and … Read More...
Yarn From Milk?
This Spring, [tag]South West Trading Company[/tag] released the [tag]Vickie Howell Collection[/tag], a set of three types of yarn. These are [tag]Craft[/tag], made of 35% [tag]Milk Fiber[/tag] and 65% Organic Cotton; [tag]Rock[/tag], made of 40% [tag]Soysilk[/tag], 30% fine [tag]wool[/tag], and 30% … Read More...
MORE CROCHET WEDDING IDEAS FROM STEPH
In response to my recent post on wedding ideas, Steph from http://mylifeinknots.blogspot.com/
wrote some of HER great wedding ideas. These are too good not to pass on.
Thanks, Steph!
here’s some of mine and ideas.
1. make a covered hanger … Read More...
Hosana’s Scrapbook
Today, I want to share with you the scrapbook I recreated for our exchange student. She left this morning to return to Japan and I wanted her to have something fun to remember us by. I thought of getting her … Read More...
Candle Ideas for Dad
PK Stuff has some wonderfully whimsical candles that would make fun Father’s day gifts. Some realistic drink candle options are beer, hot chocolate, cappuccino and martinis. Pam Kellebrew began candle making as a hobby when she became pregnant with her … Read More...
Quick Pet Toys to Knit
Following up on the challange given to me by Heather, our Needlework Editor, I did a search for projects that were:
1. faster to knit and
2. toys for her cats – she has a few ya know
So, my … Read More...
A Close Shave – DIY Soap Recipe
Father’s Day is only a few days away! Why not make that special guy something this year? An classic shaving soap is something that most men can use, and he’ll be delighted to know that you made it especially for … Read More...
BUY.COM DEAL
http://www.buy.com/
I bought this beautiful book at www.buy.com for $6.11 (including shipping). Wanted to share this deal with you. When you go to the www.buy.com website, you select your item then you must pay using their google.com check out to … Read More...
Bugs Are ‘Bust’ed!
The latest (June/July) issue of Bust magazine is out on the newsstands and includes several natural solutions for getting rid of those pesky summer insects. The Buy or DIY section has an article on making a lemongrass spray-on tincture, an … Read More...
Knitty Summer 2007 Is Uploaded
Knitty is ready to read! In the summer edition there are 4 pair of socks, OK ,OK 3.5 because one pair just covers to the ankle. But they still are cute! But wait – as you scroll down the … Read More...
Homemade Edible Gifts for Dad
It’s almost father’s day, time to start thinking of what you want to give your favorite man this year. Here are five ideas for homemade edible gifts for your Dad:
1. Gift basket – this one is easy, all you … Read More...
Hand Painted Candle Tart and Oil Burners
Today I stumbled across these gorgeous hand painted electric tart burners by CandleWacks. They are custom made after you place your order and special requests are welcome by the artist who enjoys creating new designs.
Pictured here is the adorable … Read More...
Summer Knit and Crochet Show 2007
The [tag]Knitting Guild Association[/tag] and the [tag]Crochet Guild of America[/tag] are both holding the [tag]Summer Knit & Crochet Show[/tag]at the Radisson Hotel Center of New Hampshire in Manchester, New Hampshire July 12-15, 2007.
The Show is the Crochet Guild … Read More...
Seeing red, white, and blue
Hard to believe it, but summer is here! The Fourth of July holiday is just around the corner, a favorite decorating time for Americana fans! Planning outdoor activities? Get the kids involved. Here are some great sites to find fun … Read More...
Sand and Flower Candle Molds
Candle Makers Supplies, based in London England has the most interesting candle molds. They also have an instructional video on how to make a mold out of sand. In this example candle making expert David Constable does it by … Read More...
How Can I Recycle This ?
Now isnt that a great question as you stand hesitating whether to throw something into the bin or save it.
Well with this site you can seek out advice from all those thrifty people who know just what to do … Read More...
Unique Tart Warmers
Candle Licious has the most beautiful tart warmers which are also referred to as simmer pots, tart burners or melting pots. Some use electricity to heat up and others use tea lights.
Shown here is the Willow Pattern Tea Cup … Read More...
Eating Out
Its picnic time again, and being the mom of two little girls I have to say that I am particularly happy to come home in the evenings, throw some fun food together and take the whole family out on a … Read More...
