As you read this, I am winging my way across the America- from the cold clutches of a Midwest winter, to the sunny shores of Anaheim, California. No, I’m not heading to Disneyland- I’m going to the Craft and Hobby Association Tradeshow! So while I recap this week’s posts, you should stay tuned- there will [...]
27. January 2012
Valentine’s Craft: Lego MiniFig Soaps (for boys and geeks)
Yes, friends, the Valentine’s season is upon us, and it’s time to find some non-caloric ways to say “I Love You.” (Just like Fred Rodgers used to say! Well, sorta. ) So this year, since Legos are all the rage at my house, I figured that some nice Mini Figs would be a great gift. [...]
27. January 2012
What is CHA? Winter 2012 Preview
Well- it’s almost here- the 2012 Winter Craft and Hobby Association Conference and Tradeshow! For the uninitiated, its the twice-yearly “Oscars of Crafting.” It’s where: companies come to show off new releases: shop owners come to decide on what products to carry and take classes; craft designers show off creations and seek to create relationships [...]
26. January 2012
DIY Candy Conversation Heart Engagement Ring
If you’ve got more love then cash, then you need to make this sweet little DIY engagement ring for your sweetie. Perfect for geeks, crafters, nerds, and conversation-heart-candy aficionados, especially! It’s pretty simple. Just buy some boxes on Candy Conversation Hearts at the Dollar Store, and find the one that says “Marry Me.” You’ll [...]
25. January 2012
The Lost Tooth Necklace
So, this story is cute or creepy, depending on your perspective. Last week, my little girl lost her front tooth. This is a picture I snapped right after it came out: {Photo altered with the Lo-Mob app for iPhone} She was, as you can imagine, super-excited for the tooth fairy to come. So [...]
25. January 2012
Craft Product Review: Faber-Castell Mixed-Media & Collage Kit
This is an exciting time for crafters- products that were almost unheard of a few years ago are now common for paper crafters. (Gesso, anyone?) And almost EVERYONE is really making “mixed media” art now, combining different materials and techniques for everything from card-making to scrapbooking to canvas art. If you are interested in dipping [...]
24. January 2012
Craft Product Review: Scrap N Easel by Contain Ya Crafts
This is one of the “new”products from CHA Summer 2011 that really got my wheels turning. It was designed to be an ergonomic way of working on your scrapbook pages (and a nifty way to display them) but in my opinion, the Scrap N Easel is a great tool for any crafter and a [...]
23. January 2012
What Crafters REALLY Want For Valentine’s Day
Crafter’s are really easy folk to buy for. To tell the truth, we don’t want candy. Or even a dinner and a movie. This, however will do nicely. Crafting Candy Or this: Beading Candy Or this: Sewing Candy Ok, significant others. You’ve been notified. Crafters you’re welcome.
21. January 2012
Craft Test Dummies Week in Review Ending January 21, 2012
It’s been a busy week at CTD WHQ- the kids where home for tow days this week, and I’m still muddling through my New Year’s reorganization and purge project. AND I got 2 bonus posts in this week. Just in case you missed it, here’s a list of this week’s posts. Tutorial: How to Make [...]
20. January 2012
Craft Product Review: Scor-Buddy by Scor-Pal
I’m ashamed to admit that with my vast array of stamps and art supplies, I have great difficulty getting handmade cards created in time for birthdays and holidays. That said, it is one of my goals to work on this year. In fact, this pin on Pinterest caught my eye and gave me some motivation! [...]
19. January 2012
Yarn Review: Martha Stewart Wool Roving Yarn by Lion Brand
I am a super-novice knitter and crocheter. I can make a mean dishcloth and slightly-wonky scarf, and not much else. But that doesn’t mean that I don’t love- and use- yarn in my crafting. I mean, who doesn’t need a pom-pom wreath or some eyelash-fringe on an art quilt? So I decided to share my [...]
19. January 2012
Craft Product Review: Lion Brand Yarn LB Collection Wool Stainless Steel Yarn
When I received a sample of the LB Collection® Wool Stainless Steel Yarn from Lion Brand Yarn, I immediately fell in love with the packaging and presentation. Plus, with such an odd name, I couldn’t wait to try it out and see what it could do (and how it would treat my hands). After testing [...]
18. January 2012
Craft Tool Review: Tweezer Bee Tweezers by EK Success
Tweezers are one of those craft tools that often get overlooked-what I mean is, you don’t think a think about them until you NEED them- and then, often, what you have on hand is just not the right tool for the job. Now I’m going to introduce you to the best craft tweezers I’ve found [...]
17. January 2012
Review of Online Craft Classes: 30 Days in Your Journal by Julie Fei-Fan Balzer
I’m a work at home mom with a spouse who travels- so as much as I’d love to take craft classes, often it just doesn’t fit into my calendar or lifestyle. I’ve seen a bunch of new online classes pop up, but I was wary. Truth be told, I signed up for an online class [...]
16. January 2012
How-To: Make Impression-Glazed Faux Ceramic Polymer Clay Buttons
Valentine’s day is right around the corner- who doesn’t need a little heart-shaped button or two? With this “faux ceramic” technique, I’m going to show you how to use rubber stamps to make an impression into clay, glaze it with tinted liquid clay, and then finish it into a durable button using resin. Of course, [...]
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How To: Make Tinted Glazes with Liquid Polymer Clay
One of the most amazing things about polymer clay is it’s versatility- it can mimic so many other things! I am captivated by Liquid Polymer Clays, especially. (I wrote two posts comparing the three major brands of liquid clay, as well as a test on which performs better with multiple layers.) I though it only [...]
14. January 2012
Craft Test Dummies Week in Review Ending January 13 2012
It was another fun week at CTD WHQ. Let’s do a rundown of the posts, just in case you missed something! Monday there was a tutorial on making Lego molds and cream cheese candies. Yum! Tuesday Team CTD reporter Jen gave us the rundown on Sizzix Sizzlits dies. Wednesday I provided an overview of [...]
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