August 31, 2009
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Today is the last day of August and second to last day of another yarn sale over at Crafts Etc. All needlework supplies (yarn, threads, hooks, needles, etc) are 25% off, and if you order totals $25 or more, shipping … Continue reading
August 30, 2009
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Naughty Secretary Club Jen shows how to transform old lace curtains and a cheap wooden embroidery hoop into a one of a kind earring holder. Stefanie Girard’s Sweater Surgery Yoga ball never “looked” so fun, How to paint a yoga … Continue reading
August 29, 2009
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We had a heck of a storm roll through here yesterday. I had just fed the dogs, and we were in the backyard when the wind started picking up and dark clouds rolled in. It went from light to dark … Continue reading
August 28, 2009
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I wanted to share this interesting article from the New York Times, “The Women’s Crusade,” which talks about the place of women (or lack there of) in the 21st century, primarily in third-world countries. Of course, men craft just like … Continue reading
August 27, 2009
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Kalmbach Publishing (who publishes Bead & Button, Art Jewelry, and BeadStyle magazines) has a new venture on-line called Jewelry Classes on Demand; it sounds sort of like movies on demand that you can get through your television. The site offers … Continue reading
August 26, 2009
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When I was busy with the local art and craft show circuit, one of the tasks involved that my husband (who used to come with me and help) and I got pretty good at was setting up our booth and … Continue reading
August 25, 2009
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Quilting Arts has a new free e-book your can download called How to Make a Quilt – 67 Machine Stitching Tips and Motifs. It includes info on free-motion embroidery, variegated threads, drawing with thread, plus lots of basics about necessary … Continue reading
August 23, 2009
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I have loads of amazing links for your today from my crafting blogging buddies. Cross Stitch at About.com Sometimes, you’ve just gotta go against the grain. Find out when and share your comments about stitching against the grain. Mixed Media … Continue reading
August 21, 2009
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I’m taking a few minutes today to look back on my summer, including a few accomplishments, almost-accomplishments, and just general fun times. School starts back for me full-time and then some on Monday, so that means my leisure crafting will … Continue reading
August 19, 2009
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For all you doll lovers and/or fabric fanatics out there, here is a call for entries to consider: Momiji Couture Contest. Also known as “message dolls” these dolls carry secret messages in the base of each one. The idea for … Continue reading