It’s Friday again, and I really liked the mojo we had going on last week- I share a few cool crafty finds on the web, and you all comment for a chance to win some crafty goodies. You up for that again today? Yes? Me too. Let’s roll. So this week I found a few [...]
May 23, 2013
Martha Stewart Crafts Jewelry Enamel by Plaid
I’ve enjoyed the Martha Stewart Crafts line for a while now- the tools, paints, and papercrafting items are all on my “faves” lists. But now there is something completely new- a line of jewelry crafting items created by Plaid Enterprises and available at Michael’s Stores. The first of our series of reviews will be on [...]
May 21, 2013
Craft Countdown with Amy Anderson
My name is Amy. I am a 36-year-old crafty gal who has lived all over the country (a lot in the Northwest) and finally ended up in Atlanta. I was born from creative genes, so I’m carrying on the tradition. I have been knitting for 18 years, sewing for longer and decoupaging for just [...]
May 21, 2013
Preview: Martha Stewart Jewelry Crafts by Plaid (Haul Video)
Earlier this month I received a box of goodies from the folks at Plaid, the makers of the NEW Martha Stewart Crafts Jewelry line. It’s got tools, components, enameling supplies, glazes- WOW. So much good stuff! I just had to make you a video & show you! Stay tuned- there will be multiple product reviews [...]
May 20, 2013
Americana Glass Chalkboard Paint from DecoArt
I was sent the brand new glass chalkboard paint from DecoArt to try out. I was excited to jump into it after the failure I had on glass when testing the Americana Clear Chalkboard Coating. I started with the information on the DecoArt website about this Americana Glass Chalkboard Paint: Glass Chalkboard Paint makes [...]
May 17, 2013
Crafty Love this Week and Fab Friday Giveway!
I asked my Facebook Crew today if I should share some crafty inspiration I found on the interwebs or do a giveaway of a mystery craft box. You know what they said, right? BOTH. *duh* Okay, I guess I can do that. SO here are some wonderfully crafty thinks I found on the interwebs this [...]
May 16, 2013
Craft Product Review: EnviroTex Jewelry Resin
Resin has always been on my list of intimidating crafts. I’m also incredibly lazy. Mix two bottles together? I ain’t got time for that! So I’ve avoided the stuff, even though I love the way resin jewelry looks. But I had a great first experience with Envirotex Jewelry Resin, and I’m no longer afraid (Cue [...]
May 15, 2013
Craft Countdown with Margot Potter
Margot Potter is an internationally celebrated designer, author, trash to treasure trover, freelance writer, consultant, public speaker, performer and TV Host. She invites people to not only think outside of the box, but to tear it up, repurpose it into something fabulous and stand on it to reach for the stars. Equally comfortable at [...]
May 13, 2013
HSN: May Shows Update
It’s that time again- I’m heading down to sunny Florida to work at HSN representing the 3 Birds/ Estate Collection line! It’s another 2-day show block, and some of those times are EARLY…but you can always set your DVRs if you don’t want to get up! Here’s the rundown! All times are EST, and of [...]
May 10, 2013
Last Minute Mother’s Day Card (Video Tutorial)
Need a last-minute Mother’s Day card? Or birthday or “Thank you” for that matter? I’ve got a quick card you can make in under 15 minutes with basic stamping supplies you probably have on hand. This card hinges on stamps. They can be from the same set or mixy-matchy…. but you need a t least [...]
May 9, 2013
New PBS Show “Make Your Mark” Announced from Mark Mantano
Lovers of craft shows, REJOICE! Crafter and designer Mark Montano of the “Big Ass” series of crafting books, as well as “10 Years Younger” on the Style Network, has announced that he’s bringing a brand-new crafting show to a public broadcasting station near you. Based off of his YouTube webseries “Make Your Mark,” the new [...]
May 8, 2013
Wink of Stella Brush Markers from Kuretake Zig
It’s a well-established fact that I do like shimmery, shiny things. So when I heard that there was a new glittery brush-type pen…well, I had to get them, right? (I picked them up at a LSS while I was on vacation, so it counts as a souvenir, too!) Meet the Wink of Stella Brush Glitter [...]
May 7, 2013
Color-Glide Pro Painting Tool
Most crafters are also DIY-friendly folks. I personally like to paint furniture and accessories to upcycle them, and so when the friendly folks at Color-Glide Pro reached out to ask me to try and review their painting tubes, I thought it would be a good fit. The Color-Glide Pro is a brushless painting [...]
May 6, 2013
Product Review: Creativity for Kids – Tie Dye Kit
I admit it, I have never, ever tie dyed anything before. It’s always seemed messy and a little daunting to me. My oldest daughter Emma picked up this Tie Dye kit by Creativity for Kids (which is owned by CTD favorite, Faber-Castell) up at the local Target with some of her allowance money. I kind [...]
May 5, 2013
Leftover Love: Taco Bombs!
I don’t usually share recipes and the like unless there is a crafty element. But today I’m making an exception! Celebrating Cinco De Mayo this year? Making tacos? Got leftovers? We always seem to get tired of eating tacos before we run out of fixin’s. So I came up with a clever way to freeze [...]
May 4, 2013
Book Review: Star Wars Crafts by Bonnie Burton
MAY THE FOURTH BE WITH YOU!!! Ok, I wait all year to say that! So today, in honor of “Star Wars Day” (May 4) I’m sharing a super-cool and cute book for Star Wars fans of all ages! It’s The Star Wars Craft Book by Bonnie Burton, and this book has got it all- recycle crafts, [...]
May 3, 2013
Introducing: DoCrafts! Craft Products from the UK (& a giveaway!)
Today I want to give you a little introduction to a craft company that might be new to you: docrafts! I first saw products in the UK-based docrafts Creativity magazine, which I purchase at Barnes and Noble. Then, when I visited the UK over the past couple of years I saw some of their fun [...]
May 2, 2013
eBook Review: Fashionably Fast by May Flaum
Are you like me when it comes to scrapbooking? Over-obsessing over every embellishment, color choice and photo placement? Does it take you two days to finish a page? Do you sometimes NEVER finish a layout? Well the fabulous May Flaum comes to our rescue with, “Fashionably Fast: Ten Strategies for stylish, speedy scrapbook pages.” This [...]
May 1, 2013
Review of VersaFine Stamp Pad by Tsukineko
Stamp pads are a wonderful, marvelous thing. Every paper crafter needs to have at least FOUR different stamp pads in their crafty toolbox. But there is always a question so which stamp pad works best for which jobs. So today, we’re taking a closer look at VersaFine Stamp Pads by Tsukineko! From the [...]
April 30, 2013
Roadkill Rescue: Cheval Mirror to Pin Board featuring HGTV Fabrics
I love fabric- it’s such an easy, inexpensive way to add or change the color and style of a room! So when Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores offered me some brand new, exclusive HGTV fabrics to play with, I said sure. Here are the fabrics they sent me: Now I’ll give you a peek at [...]
April 29, 2013
Decoart Patio Paint
Decoart sent me a wide selection of their Patio Paint to try out. Perfect for this time of year don’t ya think? First a little from the Decoart website about the product. Product Description: Patio Paint is permanent, weather-resistant acrylic paint for outdoor decorating on concrete, wood, and terra cotta. Patio Paint is formulated [...]
April 25, 2013
24 Ideas to Use Up Fabric Scraps and Earth Month Giveaway #2: Fabric/ Quilting Destash
Another confession: I hoard fabric scraps. Sometimes is the color, sometimes it’s the texture, sometimes it’s just that it’s a bit of a piece of clothing or reminds me of something I can’t let go of yet. So I hold on to a ton of fabric scraps! Today, I have a ton of great ideas [...]
April 24, 2013
Craft Product Review: Faber-Castell Paper Crafter Crayons
Today we are playing with Faber-Castell’s Crafter Crayons. These are part of their Design-Memory-Craft division that is geared towards using high-quality art products in mixed media and paper crafts. So, these aren’t your average crayola’s! According to Faber-Castell, “Paper Crafter Crayons™ are highly-pigmented wax crayons that can be used on all types of crafting surfaces.” [...]
April 23, 2013
Craft Tool Review: Clover USA Pin ‘n Stow
Since winter CHA, I’ve been working my way through the list of new products from Clover USA, and I’ve finally arrived at the simple, handy Pin ‘n Stow. The Pin ‘n Stow is exactly what it looks like: an adjustable magnetic bracelet that’s made to hold pins while you’re sewing, quilting, or doing appliqué work. [...]
April 22, 2013
April Dates for HSN Craft Shows
It seems like just yesterday, but it’s here again- Craft Shows on HSN! I’m getting ready to fly down Monday and I’ll be appearing on Tuesday AND Wednesday. So I thought I’d give you the scoop so you can set your DVRs or plan to tune in live. First off, let me share that [...]
April 19, 2013
Phoomph for Fabric by Coats and Clark
Ever wanted to add oomph to your fabric? How about a quick and easy way to stiffen fabric with no ironing required? Phoomph for fabric might just be for you. I was sent some Phoomph to run through the CTD wringer so lets put it to the test. Here is what the Coats and Clark [...]
April 18, 2013
Craft Countdown with Becky Striepe
My name is Becky Striepe (pronounced “stree-pee,” like “sleepy”), and I am a freelance writer and vegan crafter living in Atlanta, Georgia. My life’s mission is to make green crafting and vegan food accessible to everyone! 5 tools or supplies you can’t be without 1. Vintage buttons 2. Ric Rac 3. [...]
April 17, 2013
21 Ideas for Recycling and Upcycling Paper- and a Giveaway!
Yesterday I showed you how I transform paper scraps into paper beads that mimic glass lampwork beads- and today, I bring you more projects to use up, transform and recycle paper, newsprint, sheet music, and more! I’ve got some amazing projects for you to check you- and there’s a giveaway, too! Now, If you are [...]
April 16, 2013
Recycle Craft: Faux Lampwork Paper Beads
Ok- Time for a show of hands- who here is a paper hoarder?? Don’t worry- you are among friends. No judgment here. I find that not only that sometimes to I have a hard time cutting into my favorite sheets of paper, but sometimes when I do, I can’t even toss the little baby scraps. [...]
April 15, 2013
Recycled Vases and Lily Love
This is a Sponsored post written by me on behalf of iBulb for SocialSpark. All opinions are 100% mine. It's been a tough week. I returned from vacation all set to get busy on some fun Earth Day crafts …. and then ended up getting rather sick. But what can make you feel as good [...]
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