Archive | February, 2010
Storeganizer Showdown!
You’ve read how Lisa altered her Storeganizer, and then seen Jenny’s blinged-out version- now YOU choose! Leave a comment voting “Lisa” or “Jenny” in the comments section and give our designers something to talk smack about. Also, we’ll choose one lucky commenter to win a Storganizer to alter (or not.) We’ll draw names on Monday, [...]
Continue reading...Jenny’s Altered Storeganizer
25. February 2010
Sometimes you look at desk organizer or a piece of storage equipment and think- “Yeah, it’s handy….I just wish it was cuter.” Both Lisa Falduto and I thought the same thing when we saw the Storganizer. It comes in taupe and moss green, which is fine…but…well, my tastes are a bit flashier, shall we say. [...]
Continue reading...Altered Storganizer
24. February 2010
Who can honestly say that they do not need any more storage? We crafters are always in need of excellent storage solutions, especially for our tabletop area! Well I could not just put a plain Storganizer on my desk, so I decided to alter it! I found all the supplies I needed at Consumer Crafts. [...]
Continue reading...Jewelry Technique: Simple Wire Wrapped Loop
23. February 2010
Making a wrapped loop is a technique that every crafter and jewelry-maker should master! Whether you are making fine jewelry earrings or making dangles for a candle bobeche, this technique comes in handy. Today I’m going to get you started by making a beaded “dangle” or drop, using a headpin. Let’s get going! Materials: Bead [...]
Continue reading...Foamie Seasonal Napkin Rings
22. February 2010
Sometimes it’s the little touches that make a table festive- a pretty candle, a nice tablecloth, or coordinating napkin rings. You can make easy, seasonal napkin rings using Foamie sheets, some hot glue, and a few simple embellishments to add a real “wow” factor! We’ve got three variations on the Foamie Napkin-ring theme today- all [...]
Continue reading...Organization: Darice Double-Sided Craft Tote
19. February 2010
From time to time I pack up my supplies and head for a Scrapbooking Crop. A crop is kind of a social event where you spend time with friends, and usually make new friends while completing scrapbook pages. There is almost always food involved too! When I begin trying to decide exactly what supplies I [...]
Continue reading...Watercolor Painting – Getting Started!
18. February 2010
Watercolor paints are one of the easiest mediums to use, really. Non-toxic materials, and travel-friendly. There is almost no preparation needed, but I have listed a few basic ideas to get you started. CHOOSING THE RIGHT PAPER: The standard weight of watercolor paper is 140 lb. Choose a lighter weight (90 lb) or heavier weight [...]
Continue reading...Meet Crafts Designer, Alyice Edrich!
17. February 2010
Alyice Edrich is a freelance writer with a love for creating. As a young child, she used arts and crafts as a way to deal with the ups and downs of life. As a young mother, she used arts and crafts as a way to bond with her children. And now, as her children grow [...]
Continue reading...Meet the Cuttlebug- the Crafter’s Friend, part one
16. February 2010
Have you ever wanted to emboss your own paper? Make easy, yet intricate cuts for your papercrafting? Wanted to spend less than $60.00 for a die cutting machine? Meet the Cuttlebug! Made by ProvoCraft, the Cuttlebug is a manual die-cutting and embossing tool that sits on your table and takes up less than 10 square [...]
Continue reading...Craft Kit Review: Creative Soap Bar Kit
15. February 2010
Like most Moms, I am always on the lookout for fun, creative and EASY crafts to do with my kids. I saw this cool Creative Soap Bar kit over at ConsumerCrafts, and thought I’d give it a try. (I should start off by saying that I was going to try this out with my nine-year [...]
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26. February 2010
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