Archive for July, 2010
Tremendous Selection…of Beads!
PRESS RELEASE Jul 08, 2010 – Memphis, TN – The Intergalactic Bead & Jewelry Show will take place Saturday July 24th and Sunday July 25th, at the Agricenter International from 10am to 5pm. Unique vendors from across the country will display and sell their many styles of ancient and modern quality beads and jewelry. As [...]
How to:No-Sew Market Tote Bag
This no-sew bag can be stowed in your purse for a quick trip to the market and is strong enough to carry fruits and vegetables. 1. Download and print 2 copies of each template section. (Template A and Template B) 2. Cut out rectangles, and tape together to form template for bag. 3. Lay a [...]
Antique Quilt Love Affair
Tips for quilt collectors-getting started, what to watch for, and how to show and share your prized collection. -Buy quilts in the best condition you can afford. That means no gaping holes, no stains, and no worn spots. You should have a reaction when you first see the quilt. If you don’t love it, don’t [...]
Handmade in Britain: Rosemary Lucas
PRESS RELEASE Jewellery designer-maker Rosemary Lucas will be showing again in October at the fabulous Chelsea Old Town Hall at Handmade in Britain and launching her 2010 winter collection. Look out for new twists on her stunning range of elegant, long frosty-silver necklaces and earrings. Opening on Wednesday evening 27th, the show runs to Saturday [...]
How to:Funky Jeans Bag
by Stefi Luca Recycle an old pair of jeans into a funky bag with this tutorial by Stefi Luca. Use a bright fabric like the red fabric pictured for the lining and embellishments. Materials: 1 pair of worn out jeans some cute linen for lining matching thread imagination For step-by-step instructions go to - http://www.favecrafts.com/Sewn-Bags/Funky-Jeans-Bag
Inspiration:Summer Woven Necklace
by Lauren Sherman It’s been two summers and I’m still really, really into anything that even remotely resembles a friendship bracelet. Now, the wicked talented Erica Domesek–she of our favorite DIY website, PS- I Made This–has created a rope necklace that I just can’t resist. Domesek partnered with adorable boutique Tauk–in Montauk, obviously–to release a [...]
Most Influential Scrapbooker Awards
PRESS RELEASE Sandy, UT, July 07, 2010 — Every year, Time Magazine releases its list of Most Influential People. This year, for the first time ever, Ella Publishing Co. will release its list of the Most Influential Scrapbookers. The women on Ella’s list may not be saving the world or brokering world peace, but they [...]
How to Use a Loop Turner
by Mary Ray A loop turner is such a simple tool that works so well. It’s a very thin metal rod with a ring on one end and a hook and latch on the other. It’s great for any fabric cylinder that needs to be turned right side out. If you want really skinny spaghetti [...]
Yarn bombers strike again on public art in Berkeley
by Tracey Taylor The underground knitting activists have struck again, and this time their target is one of the pair of imposing sculptures on Berkeley’s I-80 pedestrian overpass near University Avenue. The sculpture on the east side of the bridge now features a knitted cozy covering the book of the reader in the work of [...]
Knotty Knitters – 2011 Calendar
From the Knotty Knitters website: Welcome to our Knotty Knitters for Autism Calendar site. Our calendar project has been a long & fun journey inspired by two darling autistic children who are very loved. The brain-child of Marsha Cunningham (grandma & Miss September) this calendar is a fundraising effort for children with autism. Thank you [...]
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