DIY
September 2nd, 2010 at 05:40pm
Under Sites We Love
For August, the monthly craft question was, Do you like to use patterns and templates when crafting or do you just wing it? Do you plan and measure your projects carefully or not?
For some crafting fun, we asked some of our favorite craft bloggers and designers to respond.
Here’s what they had to [...]
Continue Reading Monthly Craft Question: Do you like to use patterns when crafting or do you just wing it?
Tags: DIY, Green Crafting
By Caitlin
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 25th, 2010 at 06:00am
Under Paper Craft+ mixed media art
I love the look of mixed media art because it incorporates many different materials. For a person like me who can never decide what embellishments to use in a project, mixed media art is a great niche to get into. If you’re a bit scatterbrained like me, or you just like to use a variety [...]
Continue Reading How to: Make Mixed Media Art
Tags: book, decorating, decorating ideas, DIY, home decor
By Caitlin
August 18th, 2010 at 11:54am
Under Events
I really can’t believe how fast the summer is going. Since it’s already nearing the end of August, that means Labor Day is quickly approaching.
This year, Labor Day is Sept. 6. In case you’re counting, that’s only 19 days away! Since Labor Day is meant to appreciate American workers, there’s no excuse not to celebrate.
In [...]
Continue Reading How to: Celebrate Labor Day
Tags: decorating, decorating ideas, DIY, Holiday, holiday crafts, home decor, labor day, Labor day crafts, patriotic crafts
By Caitlin
August 12th, 2010 at 04:26pm
Under DIY+ Green Crafting
I received the cutest craft from Marilyn Roberts the other day. Her and her granddaughters make these and they have so much fun with it, I can see why. Make some fun pop top bracelets for you and your friends. It’s a great way to recycle and it’s very unique and crafty. You can add [...]
Continue Reading Recycle and Create Pop Top Bracelets
Tags: DIY, Green Crafting, Jewelry Making, pop top bracelets, recycled crafts
By Christine
August 11th, 2010 at 06:00am
Under DIY
This past weekend, I did a little spring cleaning (I know, I’m a little late). As I went through my clothes, I found an old pair of jeans that didn’t fit anymore, but were still in good shape. If this has ever happened to you, do not throw them away! Old denim makes great material [...]
Continue Reading How to: Make Denim Slippers
Tags: crafting with old jeans, crafts, DIY, green, Green Crafting, recycled, thrifty, wearable crafts
By Caitlin
August 4th, 2010 at 03:04pm
Under DIY+ Wedding
You wedding day is one of the most important, the most exciting and the most exhilarating days of your life. You wedding day is a symbol of something great that is only going to grow throughout the years, but before you can get to this day you have to have a bridal shower.
In traditional days [...]
Continue Reading How to Throw a Bridal Shower
Tags: DIY, how to throw a bridal shower, Wedding
By Christine
July 28th, 2010 at 11:07am
Under DIY+ Wedding
Recently I got married to the man of my life, my best friend. We had the most wonderful wedding anyone could ask for. Throughout the night we received so many compliments on how beautiful everything was and how good the food was. I wish we could relive the night all the time. And you know [...]
Continue Reading How to Make a Wedding Veil
Tags: DIY, how to make a wedding veil, Wedding
By Christine
July 21st, 2010 at 09:04am
Under Sewing
It’s easier for me to do a chore if I am first outfitted with the proper accoutrements. For example, doing the dishes is much more palatable if I have a cute new pair of rubber gloves. Sewing is more fun with a pretty pin cushion too, and don’t even get me started on how much [...]
Continue Reading How to: Sew an Apron
Tags: aprons, DIY, how to, Kitchen Crafts, kitchenwear, Sewing
By Karisa
July 14th, 2010 at 12:21pm
Under Sewing
When I first started sewing, the idea of sewing a ruffle or gathering fabric seemed daunting to me. It looked so complicated and difficult that I assumed it was a technique for more experienced sewers. I was proven wrong, however, when my grandma ignored my misgivings and insisted I try it. It turns out that [...]
Continue Reading How to: Sew a Ruffle
Tags: DIY, fabric, how to, Sewing, Tutorials, wearable crafts
By Karisa
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