Archive for January, 2008

Snarky Candy Hearts from Despair.com

Thursday, January 31st, 2008 Posted in Commentary | 1 Comment »

Ok, so this is Valentine's Day for snarky people. Despair.com has launched a "candy heart generator" so that you can put your message on conversation hearts. This is mine: Go play ... Read more..

Recycled Tie Bags- Purses for Swap!

Wednesday, January 30th, 2008 Posted in Craft Projects, Medium: Fabric Arts, Medium: Recycled Materials, Technique: Beading, Technique: Sewing | 2 Comments »

A while ago I posted about the Tie Bag purse that uses recycled ties. Well, I got a-stitchin' (and a-gluin', and a-beadin') and I've got 2 worked up for the ... Read more..

Craft Product Review: Studio by Sculpey Super Slicer Blades

Tuesday, January 29th, 2008 Posted in Craft Product Reviews, Craft Resources, Medium: Polymer Clay | 3 Comments »

I'm continuing to explore the Studio by Sculpey clay and tool lines, and today I'm giving you the poop on the new Super Slicer blades.The retail price of the package ... Read more..

Happy Birthday, Jackson Pollack!

Monday, January 28th, 2008 Posted in Cool Crafters | No Comments »

Today is Jackson Pollack's birthday.... why not celebrate it by making a Pollack-inspired piece of artwork? I found this nifty place where you can make your own Pollack-esque digital art. ... Read more..

Need a Craft Product Tester?

Monday, January 28th, 2008 Posted in Craft Product Reviews | No Comments »

I'm available! If you have a new craft technique, product or are testing instructions for publication, I'll be happy to try it out and kick the tires for ya. ... Read more..

Product Review: Studio by Sculpey Polymer Clay

Sunday, January 27th, 2008 Posted in Craft Product Reviews, Medium: Polymer Clay | 4 Comments »

Well, I cracked open my new packages of Studio by Sculpey. I've been picking up on some of the hype, and I was eager to try it out. So, ... Read more..

Children’s Books with Polymer Clay Illustrations

Friday, January 25th, 2008 Posted in Craft Product Reviews, Craft Resources, Crafts for Kids, Medium: Polymer Clay | 1 Comment »

I love book time with my kids. And what I love even more is a children's book with rich, visually stimulating illustrations. Ones that are really works of art. I stumbled ... Read more..

Sewing- Recycled Tie Bag/ Purses

Friday, January 25th, 2008 Posted in Craft Projects, Medium: Fabric Arts, Medium: Recycled Materials, Technique: Sewing | 3 Comments »

Got some old neckties that are hideous? One or two with sentimental value? How about whipping up a quick little purse-lette with it? This idea came from the Sulky Company (makes ... Read more..

Learning Curve- Items Listed On Etsy

Thursday, January 24th, 2008 Posted in Cool Crafters, Craft News, Craft Resources | No Comments »

I spent the AM posting things on Etsy, listing some of my handmade polymer clay beads and guitar pick jewelry What? You've never heard of Etsy? Let me school ya... Etsy ... Read more..

Felt Chair Covers Revisited- File Under “Craftastic”

Wednesday, January 23rd, 2008 Posted in Craft Projects, Crafts for Kids, Medium: Fabric Arts, Technique: Applique, Technique: Sewing | 1 Comment »

So I wrote about the Family Fun felt chair covers project earlier this week...and I had some morning time to myself today, so I thought I'd try them out. ... Read more..

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