2008 April | Craft Test Dummies

Crafting a Great Picture (and Kid, Too!)

30. April 2008

Ok, so I know this is my 3rd post today, but I was playing around with a picture that I took of Baby Girl… and I had to share it. Isn’t she gorgeous? And isn’t Flock fun?

“Bead on a Wire” Class Scheduled at GRB

30. April 2008

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Well, I’m thrilled to say that we are going to be making these fab-oo bracelets at Grand River Beads in the merry merry month of May. The first class will be offered on May 1 (Thursday, 6 PM) and the on the last day, May 31 (Saturday, 1:00PM.) I’m stoked to do this one because [...]

Random Acts of Kindness, Continued….

30. April 2008

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So I’ve mentally committed to doing RAKs…Random Acts of Kindness for my CPS Yahoo group sisters. So far I’ve made bookmarks, altered bobbins, felt needle cases, and now I’m on to charm-y thingies. I just mailed out my April goodies, which consist of a hand-made paper bead w/ Chinese characters on them, Chinese coins, and [...]

Fabrege Egg Swap

29. April 2008

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OK, so we didn’t really swap fabrege eggs… we made Artist Trading Cards inspired by them. I got these last week on Wednesday, right before we headed out of town for a funeral. I apologize for being late to my wonderful swap-ees, Trish, Katherine, and Agnieska (from Poland!) These are gorgeous, and now I have [...]

I’ve Been Tagged….

23. April 2008

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…by my art-full blogging buddy, Val. Here are the rules: 1. Link to the person that tagged you. (Done.) 2. Post the rules on your blog. (Yup.) 3. Share six non-important things/habits/quirks about yourself. I like to eat certain candy stale, specifically Peeps and Twizzlers. Sour Cream doughnuts are also better on the 2nd day. [...]

Martha’s Teacup Candles

20. April 2008

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Ok, here’s a great way to both recycled chipped or orphaned teacups and old candles: recycled teacup candles. Just in time for Mothers’ Day, the idea is simple and elegant. To recap, you’ll gather some wonky candles from around your home. You know you have them- ones that got dinged up, ones that are burned [...]

Baby Crafts Bonanza at Tipnut!

20. April 2008

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Once again, TipNut rocks! They’ve compiled a gi-normous list of baby crafts, including diaper covers, wipe cases, diaper stackers, burpclothes and bibs, blankies and booties too! If you’ve got a new baby or are getting ready for baby showers, this post will point you in the right direction. I especially liked the burp cloth ideas…they [...]

Fabric Cupcakes from Joann’s

20. April 2008

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Ok, I saw these super-cute cupcakes in this week’s circular. I checked out the instructions, and they aren’t the greatest. (What is a mug plug, anyway???) But, like most craftistas, really what you need is the idea and then you can run with it. And what makes the cherry on top? The yo-yo, of course! [...]

New Liquid Clay Creations

20. April 2008

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So, my friend Eva is showing my some new goodies she bought in Tucson – large focal components with glass enameling. As always, my snarky comment is “I bet we could do this in polymer clay.” Go figure. I’ve been playing in the studio, trying to find the right combo of pigment, glazes, inks, paints, [...]

Recycling Sweaters into Cardigans

17. April 2008

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Ahh, spring is here and it’s time to put those sweaters away. Or is it? Maybe it’s seen it’s better days. Or your weight has changed, and it doesn’t fit like it used to. Or you’re just itching to go thrifting and engage in some Earth Day craftiness. Well, I’ve found an idea for you! [...]

Comparison of Liquid Clays, Part Two

15. April 2008

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This is phase two of comparing the three major brands of liquid polymer clays: Fimo Deco Gel, Kato Liquid Polyclay, and Translucent Liquid Sculpey (TLS). Phase one consisted of checking out viscosity, odor, and results after one layer was applied and baked in the oven. Since I’m interested in building up multiple layers for dimension, [...]

Comparison on Liquid Polymer Clays – Test Set #1

14. April 2008

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Recently I’ve heard alot about the three main polymer clays – Kato Liquid PolyClay, Translucent Liquid Sculpey (TLS), and Fimo Deko Gel. What are the pros and cons of each one? Well, in true Craft Test Dummies fashion, I decided to do a little comparison and check them out. I did look and find one [...]

Ohio Beaders April Gathering

14. April 2008

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Yesterday I attended my first-ever Ohio Beaders Yahoo Group Gathering. Wow. These wild women blew me away – with their talent, generosity, and big, big personalities! I had the fortune of facilitating the make-and-takes, and I did a version of polymer clay nametags. This is what 6 fearless beaders come up with: They belong to [...]

Lunch with Wendy – New Artitst’s Way Retreat

12. April 2008

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So life comes full circle. A lovely woman who attended one of my classes during the Artist’s Way Retreat in 2005 is now planning her own retreat in September. Tentatively dubbed “The New Artist’s Way Retreat,” lovely Wendy is spreading her own wings and planning a weekend of creativity and reflection. I am pleased and [...]

Polymer Clay Covered Tins at Stamplistic

10. April 2008

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I taught a class at Stamplistic today – of ONE! I had only expected two, but then….well, life happens. So it was just Sue and I and a bunch o’ clay. We made happy pieces (sorry, I forgot my camera!) but I did take a snap of the class sample I made last week. It’s [...]