August 31st, 2010 at 05:00am
Under Book Reviews
This book by Elaine Schmidt is a must for anyone who loves ribbon craft or is interested in learning more about ribbon craft. The detailed step-by-step instructions with over 700 large format color photos make any technique easy to see, do, and enjoy. Learn more and enter to win a copy here.
Contest ends September [...]
Continue Reading Book Review and Giveaway: Complete Photo Guide to Ribbon Crafts
Tags: book, giveaways, ribbons
By Caley
August 30th, 2010 at 04:26pm
Under mixed media art+ thrifty
This past Friday I had the opportunity to check out the CREATE Retreat in Rosemont, IL at the Hilton Hotel. What an exciting event for those who love to design and create! Interweave’s, cloth.paper.scissors sponsored the four-day retreat which featured over 50 classes full of mixed media workshops. This is the first time Interweave has [...]
Continue Reading Recap: CREATE Mixed Media Retreat
Tags: book, Cards, decorating ideas, DIY, green, Green Crafting, Painting, recycled crafts, thrifty, wearable crafts
By Caitlin
August 30th, 2010 at 11:27am
Under Craft Festivals
I stopped over at the CREATE with Cloth Paper Scissors Mixed Media Retreat on the 27th, and it was amazing! The first annual mixed-media weekend, hosted by Cloth Paper Scissors, featured arts and crafts workshops by renowned artists and crafters. People came from across the country (and even overseas!) to attend the retreat and learn [...]
Continue Reading The CREATE Retreat
Tags: Artist, event, mixed media, Painting, Quilting
By Karisa
August 30th, 2010 at 05:03am
Under Crochet
Get your yarn skeins and your hooks ready–it’s time to start crocheting! We added some new crochet patterns on FaveCrafts this week that I think you’ll love. Whether you need a new scarf for the coming winter, or some clothing for a baby, or you just need something to do while you watch the tube, [...]
Continue Reading New Pattern Monday: Let’s Crochet
Tags: baby bootie, crochet for baby, gloves, how to crochet a scarf, scarf
By Karisa
August 29th, 2010 at 06:00am
Under Christmas
This Monday’s issue of FaveCrafts’ Quick and Crafty newsletter features 20 of the most delicious Christmas crafts. Unfortunately, they aren’t all edible (I know, disappointing), but they do look delicious! I wouldn’t want to spoil your appetite too much before dinner, but I suppose I can share a few of these delectable craft projects.
Like always, [...]
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Tags: Christmas, Christmas Crafts
By Caitlin
August 28th, 2010 at 08:59am
Under Kids+ Sewing+ pets
Okay okay the summer is officially coming to a close, sad face, I know. We should try to embrace it and spend it the best way we can. I must tell you the, the end of summer is great for me. My husband and I just bought the cutest puppy ever. He’s only eight weeks [...]
Continue Reading Kids Saturday: Dog Days
Tags: crafting with kids, dog leash, free sewing crafts, sewn crafts
By Christine
August 27th, 2010 at 05:00am
Under Ask Maria
Question
I am making a metal spoon wind chime. Should the spoons have a protective coating on them especially here in Florida outside.
Bev in FL via Facebook
With no protection the metal will age which is a lovely look for outside, however if you do not want the spoons to rust then you should use a finish [...]
Continue Reading Ask Maria “Protecting Metal for Outside Use”
Tags: Ask Maria, crafter, crafting, crafts, Maria Nerius, metal, outdoor art, outdoor crafts
By Maria
August 27th, 2010 at 05:00am
Under Product Reviews
The Sweet Treats cartridge works with the Cricut electronic cutting machine from Provo Craft. This cartridge includes over 50 shapes, 50 tags and cards, 50 cupcake holders and party favors. Find everything you need for birthday invitations, placeholders and other items. Learn more and enter to win here.
Retail Value: $69.99
Contest ends September 10, 2010. [...]
Continue Reading Product Review and Giveaway: Sweet Treats Cricut Catridge
Tags: cricut, giveaways
By Caley
August 25th, 2010 at 03:58pm
Under Knitting
When I was younger I remember my grandma had taught me how to knit. She always knit blankets and afghans, so I decided I wanted to learn. I made a little baby blanket for my dolls, of course my mom had to help me too. Now that I’m older and know the difference between knitting [...]
Continue Reading How to Knit a Scarf
Tags: free knitting patterns, how to knit a scarf
By Christine
August 25th, 2010 at 11:28am
Under Home Decor and Design
When I moved home after college, my bedroom was a nightmare. The walls were painted in neon colors thanks to my outlandish teenage whims, and I still had a painting hanging up from when I was a baby (it involves teddy bears and balloons…). The blinds clashed with the paint (well, pretty much everything clashed [...]
Continue Reading How to: DIY Decorating
Tags: bedroom decor, Decoupage, embellish, paint, Sewing, wall decor
By Karisa
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