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Thursday 30 June 2011
almost daily photo: April 6th
I couldn't have hoped for a better car to be stuck behind in traffic. It sure beat the cop car I had been stuck behind earlier in the day.
daily photo: Mar. 26th
Today we stopped by the Bake It In A Cake [1] sale at the Cakespy [2] shop and managed to get some of the last cupcakes. Megan is a genius, see how lovely her cupcakes are? We got one chocolate cupcake with vanilla frosting and a cherry pie baked inside, and a vanilla cupcake with maple frosting with a banana cream pie baked inside. We also ran into Mary from Shelterrific [3], hi Mary!
[1] http://bakeitinacake.com/
[2] http://www.cakespy.com/
[3] http://www.shelterrific.com/
[1] http://bakeitinacake.com/
[2] http://www.cakespy.com/
[3] http://www.shelterrific.com/
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Beautiful Embroidery Samplers
Since we recently moved and undertook a massive home renovation, I haven't had much time to do my favorite craft of all: embroidery. Seeing these beautiful samplers from Craftster user, knohe, makes me really ache to pull out my hoop and floss. Simple rows of embroidery stitches make such a beautiful wall hanging, and are deeply therapeutic to stitch. I love the color choices and simple hoop hanging presentation.
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How-To: Picnic Cutlery Caddy
This picnic cutlery caddy project from Madigan at Madigan Made makes al fresco dining a snap. No more getting to the park, only to realize that you forgot plates and forks!
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Wednesday 29 June 2011
links: food
What's the Difference? Pale Ales, IPAs, & Double IPAs Beer Sessions | Apartment Therapy The Kitchn.How to host a blind wine tasting | HJEntertains.Coconut Margarita - Martha Stewart Recipes. How did I not see these before? Found at a lost Pinterest page.The Best Surface For Baking Pizza, Part 3: Quarry Tiles | Slice Pizza Blog. She outlines all the things that have kept me from using stone tiles in my oven, they just aren't as convenient as one big pizza stone.Chinese Appetizer Recipe Week: Soup Dumplings | Serious Eats.
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links: food
A Better Bitters Filter @Craftzine.com blog. Clever! And fast.Recipe: Sausage Pizza, Topped with Crispy Kale | The Kitchn. We do sausage and kale pizza a lot but often end up improvising, I'll try this next time.Modern Apizza's New Spin-off at Seattle's Safeco Field | Slice Pizza Blog. This might get me to a baseball game.100 recipes � Gustoso. A list of 100 recipes to try, with links to the best recipe for each one, video when available and lots of resources and variations.Roasted Broccoli Hummus | Not Without Salt. Somehow I find myself craving broccoli these days.Your New Favorite Potato Salad, at Ugly Green Chair. It's mayo-less!Sprinkle Bakes: Prince William's Groom's Cake. This looks so delicious.100 Ladur�e Macarons at Design Mom. Swoon! So very pretty.How to Get Large Slices of Pizza from Small Ovens or Pies | Slice Pizza Blog. So simple. I admit to somehow finding a large slice more satisfying to eat than the same amount of smaller slices.How to Make Salad in a Jar. She uses a vacuum pack machine to keep it fresh. I think I would eat more salad if I had it ready to do like this.
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Quick Fourth of July Crafts
Fiskars has a list of ideas for some quick, paper-related Fourth of July crafts good for just about any skill set or event you have going on this weekend. While this ring pop was simply jazzed up with a little paper flag, it totally caught my eye this morning as I was daydreaming about lunch! Check out the post for more quick ideas on how to dress up items you have in the kitchen.
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How-To: Nautical Flag Napkins
The bold graphic look of these awesome nautical flag napkins from Laura at The Purl Bee would add a great pop of color to any summer table. Better yet, they could be used to create messages and games with guests!
On top of making a cheery summer table setting, guessing which napkin represents which letter is like having built-in dinner party game.
See how all the letters of the alphabet are represented and created over on The Purl Bee.
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CRAFT Flickr Pool Weekly Roundup
This week in the CRAFT Flickr pool, we saw
Twin Paths (Heckate) 2011, by mandymama,
handmade soft sculpture by cornflowerbluestudio,
and Rainbow Hem T-shirt Skirt Detail, by Wendi Gratz
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Tuesday 28 June 2011
How-To: Organize Your Crafting with Evernote
By Andrea MacDonald
I love to do fiber craft. I weave, spin, knit, crochet, felt, and do Kumihimo. Keeping track of all the ideas, wish lists, yarns, tools, and patterns related to all my projects could be a full-time job. I have tried journals, file boxes, small and large plastic bins, various bags, and sketchpads to organize information for my projects. In the long run nothing worked for me, because invariably whatever I needed would be someplace else. I'd be in the car (riding, not driving) and wanted to graft the toe of a sock, but darned if I can remember the steps to Kitchener stitch. Or, on more than one occasion, much to my embarrassment, I bought the same knitting pattern twice!
About two years ago, I discovered a program called Evernote, and since then I've been in love, and I find myself actually organized! Evernote is like an electronic junk drawer - you can use it to capture webpages, PDF documents, photos, and audio notes. But unlike a physical junk drawer, you can find specific items in Evernote very easily, since you can organize your information by notebook (folder) and tag (keyword).
As a knitter, I keep notes on different techniques in Evernote, such as the one-row buttonhole or blanket stitch. I also keep notes on sizing for each person I've knitted something for. Other folks have gone farther than I have, keeping inventories of craft supplies and tools. In addition to using Evernote as a reference portfolio, I use it as a place to stash all my design ideas and many of my inspirations.
In this tutorial, I'll show you how to import a PDF and a web page into Evernote. Before we do the actual importing, we'll look at the structure of the Evernote desktop screen.
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daily photo: Mar. 24th
Today I got to meet up with a great bunch of women, it was great to see Cakespy [1], Stephmodo [2], Jenny Cookies [3], Cathys Wraps [4], Mia Cupcakes [5], Love Big Bake Often [6], and Not Just A Mommmy [7], who did an excellent job organizing the event. And extra thanks go to Jessie for letting us gather in the Cakespy shop [8].
[1] http://www.cakespy.com/
[2] http://www.stephmodo.com/
[3] http://www.jennycookies.com/
[4] http://www.cathyswraps.com/
[5] http://miacupcake.wordpress.com/
[6] http://lovebigbakeoften.blogspot.com/
[7] http://dawnypoo.blogspot.com/
[8] http://www.cakespy.bigcartel.com/
[1] http://www.cakespy.com/
[2] http://www.stephmodo.com/
[3] http://www.jennycookies.com/
[4] http://www.cathyswraps.com/
[5] http://miacupcake.wordpress.com/
[6] http://lovebigbakeoften.blogspot.com/
[7] http://dawnypoo.blogspot.com/
[8] http://www.cakespy.bigcartel.com/
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Passenger Seat Car Organizer Tutorial
I wish I were more organized. Maybe this Passenger Seat Car Organizer Tutorial will help! I love how you can customize the pockets to fit the items you might need through a busy day. And, how the pattern takes just 4 fat quarters! Wouldn’t this be a great gift for a working road warrior? Added [...]
Source: http://allcrafts.allcraftsblogs.com/2011/06/28/passenger-seat-car-organizer-tutorial/
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daily photo: Mar. 27th
Nothing happened today so instead I'll show you the lollipops made by This Charming Candy [1] which I got yesterday. They have amazing flavors.
[1] http://www.thischarmingcandy.com/
[1] http://www.thischarmingcandy.com/
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How-To: Clever "Sit" Chair Hack
I love clever projects that make me chuckle, like this chair from Fine Diving. [via Decor Hacks]
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Monday 27 June 2011
Mother Boards as Art Canvases
When Joe Dragt's office earmarked some 30 computers to be sent to recycling, he decided to step in and dismantle them himself. He scavenged the mother boards to use as canvases for his paintings.
Seeing the stack of old computers, the idea just struck me...the motherboards can make for a really neat canvas. The complexity and patterns of all the circuits could make for stunning backgrounds. I asked if I could take one computer home for a trial run, and it just blossomed from there.
[via Tomorrow and Beyond and adafruit]
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daily photo: Mar. 26th
Today we stopped by the Bake It In A Cake [1] sale at the Cakespy [2] shop and managed to get some of the last cupcakes. Megan is a genius, see how lovely her cupcakes are? We got one chocolate cupcake with vanilla frosting and a cherry pie baked inside, and a vanilla cupcake with maple frosting with a banana cream pie baked inside. We also ran into Mary from Shelterrific [3], hi Mary!
[1] http://bakeitinacake.com/
[2] http://www.cakespy.com/
[3] http://www.shelterrific.com/
[1] http://bakeitinacake.com/
[2] http://www.cakespy.com/
[3] http://www.shelterrific.com/
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How-To: Sturdy Milk Crate Storage
My closet is a disaster. It's the only closet in my house, and it has been over capacity since the day I moved in. There's space to hang coats and dresses, but my shoes, hats, scarves and belts were ending up trampled on the floor. I was dreaming of an extravagant custom built shelving unit, when a friend suggested quick and dirty cinder block shelves. I instantly thought of stacking milk crate shelves, but realized I could maximize space if I hung them from the wall.
I picked up some drywall anchors and big fat washers at the hardware store, and was able to hang my crates up in 15 minutes. Using drywall anchors means you don't have to find a stud in the wall, and these are removable too, so they can be taken down later without ruining the wall. The anchors are rated to hold 75 pounds each, and I easily installed them myself. The anchor "activates" by grabbing the flat end of the screw, so to provide is room for the crate and the washer to sit snugly, choose screws that are half an inch longer than the anchors. I've written about drywall anchors before, and I promise that after you get comfortable with them, you will feel empowered tackle all sorts of DIY projects that seemed out of reach.
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How-To: Homemade Blueberry Pie Ice Cream
With summer well underway, we've been consuming our fair share of ice cream. I've always wished we had an ice cream maker to whip up batches of homemade ice cream on our own, and this recipe from She Wears Many Hats makes me want one even more. See how she combines blueberry pie ingredients for a scrumptious frosty treat. [via Bakerella]
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How-To: Italian Bread Salad
During the hot months of summer, I'm even less inclined to fire up the oven and cook than usual. I'm always on the lookout for simple dinners that are more of an assemblage, and this Italian bread salad from Alisa Burke fits the bill perfectly. It looks so delicious, and is easy to put together for a fresh lunch or dinner.
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DIY Garters
Today on Corinne's Craft Closet, I show you how to make a one-of-a-kind pair of lace garters. Perfect for a bride-to-be or a burlesque queen. I really love this project because they are really easy to make and they are super sexy. *sizzle*
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Source: http://blog.craftzine.com/archive/2011/06/diy_garters.html
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Sunday 26 June 2011
How-To: Denim Wedges
How cute are these revamped wedges? WhatIWore put together a simple tutorial for transforming her very plain shoes with denim. I don't usually ever buy things that are trendy, but I love wearing things that are. DIY is the natural solution! Oh, and wouldn't these look great with Meg Allen Cole's rope belt?
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How-To: Knit or Crochet a Dodecahedron
This week's Math Monday over on MAKE had an awesome crafty bent.
If you knit, here's a stuffed, dodecahedral thing--I don't know quite what to call it--a toy, a pillow, a mathematical model? The shape is based on twelve 5-sided units like a dodecahedron. But they bump out, so the form is more like a small stellated dodecahedron. This was designed by Norah Gaughan, who provides instructions in this Berroco pattern.Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | Comments » | Read more articles in Geek Crafts | Digg this!
Source: http://blog.craftzine.com/archive/2011/06/how-to_knit_or_crochet_a_dodec.html
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Papier-Mache Easter Eggs
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For Easter I made papier-mache polka dotted eggs.
[2]
I made small pinatas using water balloons and tissue paper.
[3]
I filled them with candy, then sealed them shut.
[4]
You can also put toys or notes inside.
[5]
They have to be ripped to open them, which is way fun.
[6]
Click here: Papier-Mache Easter Eggs [7] to find (much) more detailed instructions on how to make them.
[1] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
[2] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
[3] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
[4] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
[5] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
[6] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
[7] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
For Easter I made papier-mache polka dotted eggs.
[2]
I made small pinatas using water balloons and tissue paper.
[3]
I filled them with candy, then sealed them shut.
[4]
You can also put toys or notes inside.
[5]
They have to be ripped to open them, which is way fun.
[6]
Click here: Papier-Mache Easter Eggs [7] to find (much) more detailed instructions on how to make them.
[1] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
[2] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
[3] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
[4] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
[5] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
[6] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
[7] http://www.notmartha.org/tomake/papiermacheeastereggs/
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New Project - Upcycled Shamwow - Sweat Head Band
This upcycled/recycled project shows you how to create a modern stylish ladies sweat abs...
Source: http://www.craftbits.com/project/upcycled-shamwow-sweat-head-band
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Artist Trading Cards
When I was at the Midwest Craft Caucus, I got to make my very own artist trading card for the very first time. Using a photocopier transfer, I got a little background from the Blick Art Supplies folks on this trend. I'm wondering - if artists make trading cards, do crafters? How should I make my own?
Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | Comments » | Read more articles in Arts & Design | Digg this!Source: http://blog.craftzine.com/archive/2011/06/artist_trading_cards.html
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almost daily photo: April 5th
I'm still thinking about the Rosemary Shoestring Potatoes that I had on our obligatory stop at Burgerville [1] on the road from Portland to Seattle.
[1] http://burgerville.com/
[1] http://burgerville.com/
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Saturday 25 June 2011
Summer Sewing Giveaways ~ Week Four
We have more fabulous prizes for you to win...Source: http://sewmamasew.com/blog2/2011/06/summer-sewing-giveaways-week-four/
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Tool Review: Silhouette Electronic Cutter
I recently got my hands on a Silhouette SD electronic cutter. It's a little computer-controlled craft robot with very sharp teeth! Use it to cut out designs for all sorts of things: paper crafts and scrapbooking, vinyl lettering, glass and metal etching, stencils, and anything else that involves precision cutting of small planar materials. There's some pretty neat stuff out there: sticky vinyl, flocked vinyl, magnet sheet, even temporary tattoo paper.
I really like this lamp Meg Allan Cole has hanging in her living room-- it's the Midsummer Light by Dutch designer Tord Boontje. I found a flat-ish picture of the design online and traced over it in Adobe Illustrator, setting to cut out some delicate flowers. Hit the jump for the results, the rest of the review, and a discount coupon code for the machine.
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May Birthday Giveaway: jewelry from Dave Sheely Designs
[1]
What?s going on here? My site started ten years ago this month and to celebrate I?m giving away something each weekday. Because I like you.
Today I've got two pairs of earrings and one hilarious ring from Dave Sheely Designs [2] for one lucky person. Dave knows his resins and uses only the highest quality in his jewelry, they don't discolor over time, don't shatter, and are scratch resistant (which means a bright orange ring I have of his has stayed as lovely and shiny as the day Scott gifted it to me!). Each of his pieces is hand colored and polished, and since Dave is a friend I can tell you a whole lot of care goes into each one. His designs combine bright colors and a sense of humor and often incorporate beach glass or tiny objects meticulously placed, take a look at his Floating Red Gemstone [3], or the Crystal Esther Ring [4] to see some of my favorites. Today I've got two pairs of textured earrings, one set of orange discs and one set of teal shapes (these earrings are super lightweight, I've held some), and one "Ring Finger Ring" (size 9) which is made to flip and point on it's own. Oh gosh that is so weird, I want one.
If you'd like to win this fabulous set of jewelry from Dave Sheely Designs please leave a comment with this post and, if you'd like something to talk about, answer this question: Have you ever lost a favorite piece of jewelry? I have, in high school I had a favorite chunky silver ring that held a particular sort of teenage symbolism for me. I lost it in the dressing room of a TJ Maxx while trying on prom dresses. I was heartbroken. Ever since then I tend to obsessively check to make sure my jewelry is in place (and it's also one big reason I didn't want a real diamond in my engagement/wedding ring). Ok, you've got until Wednesday, May 25th at 10 a.m. PST to enter, the fine print [5] applies, good luck! Closed, thanks so much for entering!
[1] http://www.etsy.com/shop/davesheelydesigns
[2] http://www.etsy.com/shop/davesheelydesigns
[3] http://www.etsy.com/listing/18091186/flame-red-gemstone-floats-in-clear-resin
[4] http://www.etsy.com/listing/18702698/the-esther-ring-crystal-tinged-with-blue
[5] http://www.notmartha.org/the-fine-print/
What?s going on here? My site started ten years ago this month and to celebrate I?m giving away something each weekday. Because I like you.
Today I've got two pairs of earrings and one hilarious ring from Dave Sheely Designs [2] for one lucky person. Dave knows his resins and uses only the highest quality in his jewelry, they don't discolor over time, don't shatter, and are scratch resistant (which means a bright orange ring I have of his has stayed as lovely and shiny as the day Scott gifted it to me!). Each of his pieces is hand colored and polished, and since Dave is a friend I can tell you a whole lot of care goes into each one. His designs combine bright colors and a sense of humor and often incorporate beach glass or tiny objects meticulously placed, take a look at his Floating Red Gemstone [3], or the Crystal Esther Ring [4] to see some of my favorites. Today I've got two pairs of textured earrings, one set of orange discs and one set of teal shapes (these earrings are super lightweight, I've held some), and one "Ring Finger Ring" (size 9) which is made to flip and point on it's own. Oh gosh that is so weird, I want one.
If you'd like to win this fabulous set of jewelry from Dave Sheely Designs please leave a comment with this post and, if you'd like something to talk about, answer this question: Have you ever lost a favorite piece of jewelry? I have, in high school I had a favorite chunky silver ring that held a particular sort of teenage symbolism for me. I lost it in the dressing room of a TJ Maxx while trying on prom dresses. I was heartbroken. Ever since then I tend to obsessively check to make sure my jewelry is in place (and it's also one big reason I didn't want a real diamond in my engagement/wedding ring). Ok, you've got until Wednesday, May 25th at 10 a.m. PST to enter, the fine print [5] applies, good luck! Closed, thanks so much for entering!
[1] http://www.etsy.com/shop/davesheelydesigns
[2] http://www.etsy.com/shop/davesheelydesigns
[3] http://www.etsy.com/listing/18091186/flame-red-gemstone-floats-in-clear-resin
[4] http://www.etsy.com/listing/18702698/the-esther-ring-crystal-tinged-with-blue
[5] http://www.notmartha.org/the-fine-print/
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Make a Paper Butterfly Garland
Decorate a creative space or a butterfly lover's room with a unique paper butterfly garland.
Source: http://www.suite101.com/content/make-a-paper-butterfly-garland-a270048
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Friday 24 June 2011
Artist Trading Cards
When I was at the Midwest Craft Caucus, I got to make my very own artist trading card for the very first time. Using a photocopier transfer, I got a little background from the Blick Art Supplies folks on this trend. I'm wondering - if artists make trading cards, do crafters? How should I make my own?
Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | Comments » | Read more articles in Arts & Design | Digg this!Source: http://blog.craftzine.com/archive/2011/06/artist_trading_cards.html
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May Birthday Giveaway: Hellimae?s Salt Caramels
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What's going on here? This May marks 10 years of Not Martha. To celebrate I'm holding giveaways from some of my most favorite companies.
Today I've got a very exciting gift, a three-month subscription to Hellimae's Salt Caramels [2]. Each month you'll get a different flavor, maybe even something special she's thought up. I've had Hellimae's and they are something to behold, huge chunks of soft, buttery caramel with sparkling jewels of salt on top. They are delicious. Ellen, the proprietress, has only recently started offering a caramel subscription so please allow me to point out how lovely a gift this would make for a loved one with a sweet tooth.
If you'd like to win the 3-month subscription to Hellimae's Salt Caramels please leave a comment with this post. And if you'd like something to chat about answer this question: Have you ever made homemade caramel? I have, but the first time I attempted it I didn't own a candy thermometer and they turned out burnt. And not good-burnt either. Ok, you've got until 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 11th to enter, the fine print [3] applies and due to the perishable nature of the caramels I'm afraid that we can only ship them to addresses inside the US and Canada (sorry). Good luck! Closed! Thank you to, wow, everybody who entered!
[1] http://www.saltcaramels.com/
[2] http://www.saltcaramels.com/
[3] http://www.notmartha.org/the-fine-print/
What's going on here? This May marks 10 years of Not Martha. To celebrate I'm holding giveaways from some of my most favorite companies.
Today I've got a very exciting gift, a three-month subscription to Hellimae's Salt Caramels [2]. Each month you'll get a different flavor, maybe even something special she's thought up. I've had Hellimae's and they are something to behold, huge chunks of soft, buttery caramel with sparkling jewels of salt on top. They are delicious. Ellen, the proprietress, has only recently started offering a caramel subscription so please allow me to point out how lovely a gift this would make for a loved one with a sweet tooth.
If you'd like to win the 3-month subscription to Hellimae's Salt Caramels please leave a comment with this post. And if you'd like something to chat about answer this question: Have you ever made homemade caramel? I have, but the first time I attempted it I didn't own a candy thermometer and they turned out burnt. And not good-burnt either. Ok, you've got until 10 a.m. on Wednesday, May 11th to enter, the fine print [3] applies and due to the perishable nature of the caramels I'm afraid that we can only ship them to addresses inside the US and Canada (sorry). Good luck! Closed! Thank you to, wow, everybody who entered!
[1] http://www.saltcaramels.com/
[2] http://www.saltcaramels.com/
[3] http://www.notmartha.org/the-fine-print/
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giveaway: Modern Log Cabin Quilting
I'm so pleased to be showing you Susan Beal's latest book, Modern Log Cabin Quilting [1], and offering a sweet giveaway today. You can read why Susan loves log cabin quilting [2] and view projects from the book made by others at the Flickr group [3].
This book introduces you to log cabin quilts, gives you all the information you need to sew your own, including tools and techniques, and offers a range of projects.
This is the Bright Furrows quilt, I like the cheerful colors. There are a whole range of quilts using both huge blocks and lots of small ones. There are a number of special quilt projects including a t-shirt quilt to save those worn out shirts that hold memories, an Anniversary quilt and the cozy Winter Woolens quilt.
Above is the Northwest Modern quilt, I like how it's random. There is also a whole section on household items like tea towls, aprons, pillow cases and a pincushion.
I like the Red Cross bag which uses both corduroy and cotton fabrics. There are a nuber of bags, including a super simple drawstring bag, a zipper pouch, and a market tote. (A way to use up your fabric stash and make gifts at the same time!)
This Charming Camera Case is easy (and uses some stealth velcro).
I'm thoroughly charmed by the quilts and projects in this book, they are fresh and inspiring. So I'm very happy to have both a copy of the book and a fabric kit to give away. If you'd like to enter please leave a comment with this post, and if you'd like please do take the time to share any quilting projects (or disasters) you've undertaken. I'll go first: I've never quilted anything! Clearly I will have to change that very soon. You have until noon Pacific time on Thursday, April 7th to enter. The usual fine print [4] applies. Good luck! The winner as chosen by the Random Number Generator is #45, Emily. Congrats! And thanks to everybody for entering!
[1] http://modernlogcabinquilting.wordpress.com/
[2] http://crafternews.crownpublishing.com/2011/03/07/guest-post-why-i-love-log-cabin-quilting-by-susan-beal-author-of-modern-log-cabin-quilting/
[3] http://www.flickr.com/groups/modernlogcabinquilting/
[4] http://www.notmartha.org/the-fine-print/
This book introduces you to log cabin quilts, gives you all the information you need to sew your own, including tools and techniques, and offers a range of projects.
This is the Bright Furrows quilt, I like the cheerful colors. There are a whole range of quilts using both huge blocks and lots of small ones. There are a number of special quilt projects including a t-shirt quilt to save those worn out shirts that hold memories, an Anniversary quilt and the cozy Winter Woolens quilt.
Above is the Northwest Modern quilt, I like how it's random. There is also a whole section on household items like tea towls, aprons, pillow cases and a pincushion.
I like the Red Cross bag which uses both corduroy and cotton fabrics. There are a nuber of bags, including a super simple drawstring bag, a zipper pouch, and a market tote. (A way to use up your fabric stash and make gifts at the same time!)
This Charming Camera Case is easy (and uses some stealth velcro).
I'm thoroughly charmed by the quilts and projects in this book, they are fresh and inspiring. So I'm very happy to have both a copy of the book and a fabric kit to give away. If you'd like to enter please leave a comment with this post, and if you'd like please do take the time to share any quilting projects (or disasters) you've undertaken. I'll go first: I've never quilted anything! Clearly I will have to change that very soon. You have until noon Pacific time on Thursday, April 7th to enter. The usual fine print [4] applies. Good luck! The winner as chosen by the Random Number Generator is #45, Emily. Congrats! And thanks to everybody for entering!
[1] http://modernlogcabinquilting.wordpress.com/
[2] http://crafternews.crownpublishing.com/2011/03/07/guest-post-why-i-love-log-cabin-quilting-by-susan-beal-author-of-modern-log-cabin-quilting/
[3] http://www.flickr.com/groups/modernlogcabinquilting/
[4] http://www.notmartha.org/the-fine-print/
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Book: Blog tour: Girl?s World {with giveaway}
Girl’s World: Twenty-One Sewing Projects to Make for Little Girls By Jennifer Paganelli. Chronicle Books (April 2011). Perfectly girly and sweet, Jennifer Paganelli’s book Girl’s World, is for sewing mothers who are crazy about dressing up their little girls, and creating adorable and pretty spaces. Chronicle’s books are always well made, spiral bound hard cover [...]
Source: http://whipup.net/2011/06/15/book-blog-tour-girls-world/
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Thursday 23 June 2011
Quivver Handmade Arrows
I've been admiring Quivver's handmade wooden arrows for some time (there's something so alluring about their simple shape and complicated history), but these spiral hitched arrows are really knocking my socks off! I love the embroidered wood and fun colors.
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links: beauty
How To: Winged Eyeliner ? Cupcakes and Cashmere.No amount of hydration, sleep, cucumbers, teabags, fancy gels and creams will get rid of the very dark circles under my eyes. I have made peace with the fact that they will never ever go away, but I would love some makeup solutions for covering them up. Is it possible to do so fairly minimally, without layers upon layers of caked on makeup and products? What products have you had success with? | Ask MetaFilter.Sephora Professionnel Platinum Concealer Airbrush #57 Review | Musings of a Muse. I think I need this, my recent attempts at developing an undereye concealer habit have me looking, well, strange.Make your own face toner, at Petite Elefant.How on EARTH do celebrities keep their elaborate eye makeup on throughout an entire evening (i.e. awards shows, even the 15 min on the red carpet) without it dripping down their face? | Ask MetaFilter.Want newspaper print nails like this? - Foxy grandpa.Adult Gymnastics : The Case for Tossing Dignity into the Tiny Tot Foam Pit | FlexFWD.
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Handspun Recycled Newspaper Yarn
Got a little time on your hands and lots of old newspapers? Then you can make�Handspun Recycled Newspaper Yarn. It’s so fascinating that this can be turned into durable everyday objects. I mean, once you’ve made enough… Maybe this will keep the kids busy this summer! Added to Recycled Crafts Please vote by clicking: Like [...]
Source: http://allcrafts.allcraftsblogs.com/2011/06/20/handspun-recycled-newspaper-yarn/
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Yarn Bombers Dress Up Vancouver for Mini Maker Faire
Vancouver BC's first Mini Maker Faire is this weekend, and to help build excitement for the event, a group of local knitters and crocheters joined forces to do a bit of yarn bombing on June 11th, which is also International Yarn Bombing Day. Using their fiber skills and teamwork, these 15 crafty activists beautified the city's Dunsmuir bike lanes with an installation of brightly colored knitting.
I talked with mastermind Emily Smith about how the project came together and what Vancouver thought about it.
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Re: Make-a-Friend Swap Round 7 :: CLOSED~!
I have everything purchased for package #2 I just need to assemble everything. Tonight I will try to work some magic on a temperamental staple gun that is a pain in my @ss. But everything else is going good.
Source: http://www.craftster.org/forum/index.php?topic=377405.msg4542322#msg4542322
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almost daily photo: April 4th
We went to see Red State [1] at McCaw Hall on it's stop here in Seattle. It was interesting to see an indie film on a gigantic screen in a huge fancy theater packed with casually dressed fans.
[1] http://coopersdell.com/
[1] http://coopersdell.com/
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May Birthday Giveaway: jewelry from Dave Sheely Designs
[1]
What?s going on here? My site started ten years ago this month and to celebrate I?m giving away something each weekday. Because I like you.
Today I've got two pairs of earrings and one hilarious ring from Dave Sheely Designs [2] for one lucky person. Dave knows his resins and uses only the highest quality in his jewelry, they don't discolor over time, don't shatter, and are scratch resistant (which means a bright orange ring I have of his has stayed as lovely and shiny as the day Scott gifted it to me!). Each of his pieces is hand colored and polished, and since Dave is a friend I can tell you a whole lot of care goes into each one. His designs combine bright colors and a sense of humor and often incorporate beach glass or tiny objects meticulously placed, take a look at his Floating Red Gemstone [3], or the Crystal Esther Ring [4] to see some of my favorites. Today I've got two pairs of textured earrings, one set of orange discs and one set of teal shapes (these earrings are super lightweight, I've held some), and one "Ring Finger Ring" (size 9) which is made to flip and point on it's own. Oh gosh that is so weird, I want one.
If you'd like to win this fabulous set of jewelry from Dave Sheely Designs please leave a comment with this post and, if you'd like something to talk about, answer this question: Have you ever lost a favorite piece of jewelry? I have, in high school I had a favorite chunky silver ring that held a particular sort of teenage symbolism for me. I lost it in the dressing room of a TJ Maxx while trying on prom dresses. I was heartbroken. Ever since then I tend to obsessively check to make sure my jewelry is in place (and it's also one big reason I didn't want a real diamond in my engagement/wedding ring). Ok, you've got until Wednesday, May 25th at 10 a.m. PST to enter, the fine print [5] applies, good luck! Closed, thanks so much for entering!
[1] http://www.etsy.com/shop/davesheelydesigns
[2] http://www.etsy.com/shop/davesheelydesigns
[3] http://www.etsy.com/listing/18091186/flame-red-gemstone-floats-in-clear-resin
[4] http://www.etsy.com/listing/18702698/the-esther-ring-crystal-tinged-with-blue
[5] http://www.notmartha.org/the-fine-print/
What?s going on here? My site started ten years ago this month and to celebrate I?m giving away something each weekday. Because I like you.
Today I've got two pairs of earrings and one hilarious ring from Dave Sheely Designs [2] for one lucky person. Dave knows his resins and uses only the highest quality in his jewelry, they don't discolor over time, don't shatter, and are scratch resistant (which means a bright orange ring I have of his has stayed as lovely and shiny as the day Scott gifted it to me!). Each of his pieces is hand colored and polished, and since Dave is a friend I can tell you a whole lot of care goes into each one. His designs combine bright colors and a sense of humor and often incorporate beach glass or tiny objects meticulously placed, take a look at his Floating Red Gemstone [3], or the Crystal Esther Ring [4] to see some of my favorites. Today I've got two pairs of textured earrings, one set of orange discs and one set of teal shapes (these earrings are super lightweight, I've held some), and one "Ring Finger Ring" (size 9) which is made to flip and point on it's own. Oh gosh that is so weird, I want one.
If you'd like to win this fabulous set of jewelry from Dave Sheely Designs please leave a comment with this post and, if you'd like something to talk about, answer this question: Have you ever lost a favorite piece of jewelry? I have, in high school I had a favorite chunky silver ring that held a particular sort of teenage symbolism for me. I lost it in the dressing room of a TJ Maxx while trying on prom dresses. I was heartbroken. Ever since then I tend to obsessively check to make sure my jewelry is in place (and it's also one big reason I didn't want a real diamond in my engagement/wedding ring). Ok, you've got until Wednesday, May 25th at 10 a.m. PST to enter, the fine print [5] applies, good luck! Closed, thanks so much for entering!
[1] http://www.etsy.com/shop/davesheelydesigns
[2] http://www.etsy.com/shop/davesheelydesigns
[3] http://www.etsy.com/listing/18091186/flame-red-gemstone-floats-in-clear-resin
[4] http://www.etsy.com/listing/18702698/the-esther-ring-crystal-tinged-with-blue
[5] http://www.notmartha.org/the-fine-print/
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Wednesday 22 June 2011
How-To: Face Vases
Danny of Daily Danny shares this fun way to upcycle glass bottles using Sculpey and paint. It would be fun to make a whole collection with all the glass bottles in your recycle bin and then line them all up on a shelf.
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daily photo: Mar. 24th
Today I got to meet up with a great bunch of women, it was great to see Cakespy [1], Stephmodo [2], Jenny Cookies [3], Cathys Wraps [4], Mia Cupcakes [5], Love Big Bake Often [6], and Not Just A Mommmy [7], who did an excellent job organizing the event. And extra thanks go to Jessie for letting us gather in the Cakespy shop [8].
[1] http://www.cakespy.com/
[2] http://www.stephmodo.com/
[3] http://www.jennycookies.com/
[4] http://www.cathyswraps.com/
[5] http://miacupcake.wordpress.com/
[6] http://lovebigbakeoften.blogspot.com/
[7] http://dawnypoo.blogspot.com/
[8] http://www.cakespy.bigcartel.com/
[1] http://www.cakespy.com/
[2] http://www.stephmodo.com/
[3] http://www.jennycookies.com/
[4] http://www.cathyswraps.com/
[5] http://miacupcake.wordpress.com/
[6] http://lovebigbakeoften.blogspot.com/
[7] http://dawnypoo.blogspot.com/
[8] http://www.cakespy.bigcartel.com/
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How-To: Library Tote Bag
This summer, the kids and I are hitting the library on a regular basis, so I'm thinking I need to whip up a couple of these cool library tote bags from Mo Bedell of lime gardenias for Sew, Mama, Sew! I particularly love that there's a pocket on the strap specifically for holding the library card.
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photo: typical
It's not well known but one of the best views in Seattle is from the Observation Deck of the Columbia Tower (one of our skyscrapers). To get there you take a bank of elevators up to one floor and transfer over to another bank of elevators and, hold on, what do you find as you're walking past? A Starbucks! A Starbucks with a pretty great view.
Above is one of the first views that greets you from the Observation Deck. I've circled the Space Needle in orange to show you how tiny it seems from the Columbia Tower. See? Cute.
Here is the proof of the Starbucks. It's free to get up to it, by the way.
To get to the observation deck you take the bank of elevators in the North Lobby to the 40th floor, pass by that Starbucks, then take those elevators to the 73rd floor. Follow the signs to the left. It's about $5 per person to get in and then you find yourself looking down at the Space Needle, which is pretty cool. The views are nearly 360 degrees and on a clear day you can see all the surroundings mountains. It's far cheaper than the Space Needle, involves a whole lot less waiting and zero souvenir photographs. (The Space Needle, though, does have glass elevators and a rotating restaurant.) It's one of my favorite places to bring visitors. And not just to show off that yes we really do have Starbucks everywhere.
Above is one of the first views that greets you from the Observation Deck. I've circled the Space Needle in orange to show you how tiny it seems from the Columbia Tower. See? Cute.
Here is the proof of the Starbucks. It's free to get up to it, by the way.
To get to the observation deck you take the bank of elevators in the North Lobby to the 40th floor, pass by that Starbucks, then take those elevators to the 73rd floor. Follow the signs to the left. It's about $5 per person to get in and then you find yourself looking down at the Space Needle, which is pretty cool. The views are nearly 360 degrees and on a clear day you can see all the surroundings mountains. It's far cheaper than the Space Needle, involves a whole lot less waiting and zero souvenir photographs. (The Space Needle, though, does have glass elevators and a rotating restaurant.) It's one of my favorite places to bring visitors. And not just to show off that yes we really do have Starbucks everywhere.
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daily photo: Mar. 29th
This is the sediment that is left after you pour a bottle of Russian River Supplication Ale [1]. It's brewed with sour cherries and strains of bacteria and aged for a year in a Pinot Noir barrels. It's delicious, sour and complex, and it's expensive, but so worth it.
[1] http://russianriverbrewing.com/pages/brews/barrel.html
[1] http://russianriverbrewing.com/pages/brews/barrel.html
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Guide to online e-magazines
Since starting up my own kids e-mag, I have become aware of the whole e-magazine world. I knew of many of these e-mags before – but suddenly everyone is doing one! Many of them are free to you the reader, and the publishers can do this because they are funded by advertising. Other mags (like [...]
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Tuesday 21 June 2011
How-To: CD Case Fimo Labyrinth
This Fimo labyrinth using a CD case from Teri of Giddy Giddy for Bloesem Kids is a brilliant example of reuse. She shares a few versions of maze styles, and I imagine kids would have fun coming up with their own as well. [via Austin Creative Reuse]
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