Category Archives: let’s get crafty

I’ve been bit by the fall knitting bug

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I’ve been bit by the fall knitting bug
I took a community ed. knitting class about 12 years ago during my college days.  I had big plans to knit this fantastic sweater, however my lack of patience and desire for quick results got in the way… hence I ended up with a lonely sweater sleeve. One thing that hasn’t changed in 12 years is my love for rich colors and scrumptious textures.  So when I stopped by Berkley’s cozy knit shop, Have .
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presenting the john mayer jazz cats

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presenting the john mayer jazz cats
I got an email last week about a crafty John Mayer video contest and I thought… was this designed for me?  I started brainstorming and remembered an interview when John was asked what he’d like to do next and his snarky-young-self replied, "I think it’d be great to play with some actual jazz cats."  So with that visual combined with some inspiration from a Claudine Hellmuth art workshop… I came up with this super .
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gift tags for your goodies

gift tags for your goodies
As a thank you for signing up for our monthly enews, we invite you to print these pretty package tags on white card stock or an 8.5 x 11 adhesive sheet. Even if you can’t print them right now, feel free to save them to your computer and use them at a later date or when you have the appropriate paper to print on. Thanks so much and happy gift giving!

simple-to-make pretty paper posies

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simple-to-make pretty paper posies
Memorial day is just around the corner and before you know it, the kiddies will be strolling around the house looking for things to do.  If you need some crafty inspiration, look no further than this snazzy site that has loads of creative projects for kids of all ages. I love all these pretty posy projects! We love discovering simple ideas that make us smile… what – you too?  Then don’t delay and sign .
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bluebirds of happiness

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bluebirds of happiness
If you’re looking to add a little whimsy to your Easter basket this year… why not make a few of these cute bluebird eggs to keep your jellybeans company? Just dye a few blue eggs, snip some tissue, cut some yellow paper, dab a little Elmers, add two Sharpie marker eyes and presto– the cutest eggs in town. And here’s a little bluebird history to boot: "The mythology of the bluebird has deep roots .
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pretty paper posies

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pretty paper posies
I don’t know about you, but I would be far more impressed if my husband showed up with a bouquet of these paper pretties instead of the traditional dozen roses for Valentine’s Day. 1.  They’ll last forever… like your love for each other (how’s that for some syrup – ha ha) 2. It shows he took the time to navigate through craft store instead of stopping by the nearest Valentine-priced florist 3.  Time is .
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special delivery from cupid

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special delivery from cupid
I spent my Sunday afternoon collecting an assortment of goodies from catching fireflies for my annual cupid care packages. Some of my picks this year included love potion laundry detergent, jellybath, glass nail files, love bugs, memo mouse pads, and chocolate covered sunflower seeds. Normally I only send a half dozen packages, but this year I doubled the love… partly because I had so much fun making these adorable felt fortune cookies and partly .
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hold the tea but add some jewelry

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hold the tea but add some jewelry
Now, I should be promoting the stylish and savvy jewelry mirrors we make at a.i. paper design and sell at catching fireflies. However, when I stumbled across this eye-catching article in Blueprint Magazine, I immediately wanted to start collecting cute cups and saucers for my dresser drawer. Here’s their advice on how to create your very own jewelry drawer. Open Drawer PolicyLet your hodgepodge of china collect something besides dust (left): Orphaned teacups and .
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homemade gifts for gram & gramps

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homemade gifts for gram & gramps
Making handmade gifts for my aunts, uncles and grandparents was always a tradition I looked forward to as a child. Who knew I’d eventually make a living doing just that?  God is good! Here are a few fun crafts that I think would make lovely presents from your kiddos… Cinnamon Ornaments 3/4 cup applesauce1 cup 2 tablespoons Supplies needed:cookie cuttersdrinking strawcolorful ribbon 1.  Preheat oven to 200°F.  2.  Mix applesauce and cinnamon with hands .
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*let it snow*let it snow*let it snow*

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*let it snow*let it snow*let it snow*
Somehow snowflakes always make the Christmas season more festive.  Here are some nifty ways you can ‘let it snow’ around your home this holiday. This snazzy site let’s you create a virtual snowflake you can email to your friends. You can also save your design as a jpeg and use it for whatever you want.  This could be lots of fun for all you Adobe Photoshop fans.  And if you don’t like your particular .
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