November 1, 2010

November 1, 2010 Jenny Doh, MSW Editor-in-Chief "How could I possibly be expected to handle school on a day like this?" {Ferris Beuller}     Tidy Mom: Doily-stenciled tote tutorial.   That's Totally hOT! BRAND NEW online class for 2011 Crafting Fitness   Mon Tresor: How to dye a doily tutorial.

Double Stitch Twins Guest Curator As 4th graders in an after-school crochet program, we learned at a speedy pace! It didn't exactly surprise us since we always loved to draw and create/craft with our hands. It seemed as though our confidence increased with each stitch ... We love Jubella.com because it focuses on providing creative inspiration for everyone. The photos and articles provides doses of creative inspiration in every aspect of life!   We love everything on Etsy because it introduces us to a wonderful array of artists (sung and unsung) all over the world every day!   Our official Web site.

Lisa Loria Guest Curator Many children have make-believe worlds. Mine was born as a place to escape the realities of a tumultuous family life. My imaginary friend was Peter Pan and I created elaborate stories for us to escape into. Memories of my father sitting on my mother, hitting her, his verbal abuse toward her, the cheating, drinking, gambling, lying ... too much bad to list ...     Art is meant to be shared.   Dia de los Muerte LOVE.   If I were a fairy ...

Pam Warden Guest Curator Hi, my name is Pam Warden. I'm a Christian artist and own the wholesale business Pam Warden Art. I was thrilled to pieces when Jenny asked me to be a Guest Curator ... Assemblage Studio.   Mystele.   Life is short. Buy the art.

Archives CRESCENDOh readers share their personal "Art Saves" stories Archives     Alyice Edrich discusses the magic of paying it forward. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.   Linda Hardy My family history is full of arthritis ...   Amanda Trought I am an artist and have been working as a ...

Archives Archives     Authentic by Rachel Emilie Jackson TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Colorwork Creations by Susan Anderson-Freed {Krause Publications}   Sketchbook Confidentialby Pamela Wissman & Stefanie Laufersweiler {North Light Books} {NEW Ideas Every Friday} DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

Submit your favorite links to mailbox@crescendoh.com.     Crafting My Best Life Complete events listing here.   Tiny Urban Kitchen: Inside Out Apple Pies Recipe.   Sprinkle Bakes: Maple Candied Apples recipe.

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October 31, 2010

October 31, 2010 Jenny Doh, MSW Editor-in-Chief You ask of my companions. Hills, sir, and the sundown, and a dog as large as myself that my father bought me. They are better than beings, because they know, but they do not tell.     {Emily Dickinson}     Thrillingly Thrifty: Felted Slippers Tutorial.   That's Totally hOT! Violet LeBeaux-Tales of an Ingenue: Bunny Slipper Tutorial.   Prudent Baby: Fabric Slippers Tutorial.

Kayte Terry Guest Curator When I was in elementary school, my brother and I took art therapy classes at our local hospital. At the time I thought my mother sent my brother and I there to keep us busy and out of her hair, but in retrospect I know that she was trying to save us ...   Amazing antique Japanese textiles from Sri Threads.   My grandmother was one cool lady. I feel blessed to have some of her things around me to remind me of her.   This is love forever.

Claudia Rohling Guest Curator Fifteen years ago I took a trip out West that changed my life. It was a time in my life when the ground itself seemed to be giving way. I had questions about my marriage, my children were all moving in different directions, and I wondered what the future held for me. Deciding some time alone was in order, I found myself drawn to ...     Inside the studio.   Debbie Miller of Onion Patch.   Penelope Illustration: Homemade laundry soap.

Sally Fasano Guest Curator My sister died quickly and unexpectedly this summer. We were not raised together, nor did we even meet until the early '80s. Our paths have crossed briefly a few times ... Marisol and Spoon.   Art and Ghosts.   My thoughts, words, and art.

Archives   CRESCENDOh readers share their personal "Art Saves" stories Archives     Jenny Doh offers an easy way to make a difference to a child. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.   Samantha Flaming I always wanted to be an artist. I never knew I was ...   Andrea Schroeder Has my life been changed by the power of art for good ...

Archives   Archives       Authentic by Rachel Emilie Jackson TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Origami World by Didier Boursin {North Light Books}   The Ultimate Guide to Colored Pencil by Gary Greene {North Light Books} {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

Submit your favorite links to mailbox@crescendoh.com.     Crafting My Best Life Complete events listing here.   I Make Stuff: Messenger bag tutorial.   RePlayGround: Shirt Cuff Wallet Tutorial.

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October 30, 2010

October 30, 2010 Jenny Doh, MSW Editor-in-Chief "While there is time, let's go out and do everything." {Steve Winwood}     Fabric candy dish by Moda.   That's Totally hOT! Casamania: Knitted Lampshades. OMG.   Recaptured Charm: Mason Jar Tea Lights Tutorial.

Kayte Terry Guest Curator When I was in elementary school, my brother and I took art therapy classes at our local hospital. At the time I thought my mother sent my brother and I there to keep us busy and out of her hair, but in retrospect I know that she was trying to save us ...   Kirsten Hassenfeld is one of my favorite artists: she has a magical way with simple materials.   Can't get enough of all these strips on the Prada runway!   This is love forever.

Claudia Rohling Guest Curator Fifteen years ago I took a trip out West that changed my life. It was a time in my life when the ground itself seemed to be giving way. I had questions about my marriage, my children were all moving in different directions, and I wondered what the future held for me. Deciding some time alone was in order, I found myself drawn to ...     In the studio.   Bone head studio.   Primsical Studios.

Sally Fasano Guest Curator My sister died quickly and unexpectedly this summer. We were not raised together, nor did we even meet until the early '80s. Our paths have crossed briefly a few times ... Zinnia's in Pasadena.   Tammie Moore.   My thoughts, words, and art.

Archives   CRESCENDOh readers share their personal "Art Saves" stories Archives     Jenny Doh offers an easy way to make a difference to a child. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.   Samantha Flaming I always wanted to be an artist. I never knew I was ...   Andrea Schroeder Has my life been changed by the power of art for good ...

Archives   Archives       Authentic by Rachel Emilie Jackson TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Origami World by Didier Boursin {North Light Books}   The Ultimate Guide to Colored Pencil by Gary Greene {North Light Books} {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

Submit your favorite links to mailbox@crescendoh.com.     Crafting My Best Life Complete events listing here.   Scrap a Little! Ribbon Roses Tutorial.   Epicurious: Yummy Mummy Meatloaf.

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October 29, 2010

October 29, 2010 Jenny Doh, MSW Editor-in-Chief "When I started counting my blessings, my whole life turned around." {Willie Nelson}     Alisa Burke: Little Monsters Tutorial.   That's Totally hOT! maya*made: DIY Pumpkin Lace Vase.   Alma Stoller: How to make polymer clay beads.

Kayte Terry Guest Curator When I was in elementary school, my brother and I took art therapy classes at our local hospital. At the time I thought my mother sent my brother and I there to keep us busy and out of her hair, but in retrospect I know that she was trying to save us ...   Sarah Hannevik makes beautiful fabric art.   Syuzi Pakhchyan.   This is love forever.

Claudia Rohling Guest Curator Fifteen years ago I took a trip out West that changed my life. It was a time in my life when the ground itself seemed to be giving way. I had questions about my marriage, my children were all moving in different directions, and I wondered what the future held for me. Deciding some time alone was in order, I found myself drawn to ...     Inside the studio.   Artsy Mama.   Luna Graphica.

Sally Fasano Guest Curator My sister died quickly and unexpectedly this summer. We were not raised together, nor did we even meet until the early '80s. Our paths have crossed briefly a few times ... Itkupilli, Finnish Artist and Designer.   Jackie Baxted.   My thoughts, words, and art.

Archives   CRESCENDOh readers share their personal "Art Saves" stories Archives     Jenny Doh offers an easy way to make a difference to a child. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.   Samantha Flaming I always wanted to be an artist. I never knew I was ...   Andrea Schroeder Has my life been changed by the power of art for good ...

Archives   Archives       Authentic by Rachel Emilie Jackson TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Origami World by Didier Boursin {North Light Books}   The Ultimate Guide to Colored Pencil by Gary Greene {North Light Books} {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

Submit your favorite links to mailbox@crescendoh.com.     Crafting My Best Life Complete events listing here.   Good Housekeeping: Thanksgiving Centerpieces.   City Cradle Design: Paper flower tree tutorial.

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October 28, 2010

October 28, 2010 Jenny Doh, MSW Editor-in-Chief "There is nothing to fear but fear itself." {Franklin D. Roosevelt}     i am baker: An amazing bat cake.   That's Totally hOT! Heather Bailey's FREE Betty Boo Sock Doll Pattern with Bat Couture Cape.   Alphamom: DIY Kid's Bat Costume.

Kayte Terry Guest Curator When I was in elementary school, my brother and I took art therapy classes at our local hospital. At the time I thought my mother sent my brother and I there to keep us busy and out of her hair, but in retrospect I know that she was trying to save us ...   Amazing antique Japanese textiles from Sri Threads.   Can't get enough of all these stripes on the Prada runway!   This is love forever.

Claudia Rohling Guest Curator Fifteen years ago I took a trip out West that changed my life. It was a time in my life when the ground itself seemed to be giving way. I had questions about my marriage, my children were all moving in different directions, and I wondered what the future held for me. Deciding some time alone was in order, I found myself drawn to ...     Inside the studio.   Moss Hill.   Thrifty Collage Artist: Suzan Buckner.

Sally Fosano Guest Curator My sister died quickly and unexpectedly this summer. We were not raised together, nor did we even meet until the early '80s. Our paths have crossed briefly a few times ... Karen O'Brien.   Make your own tools with Jen Lowe.   My thoughts, words, and art.

Archives   CRESCENDOh readers share their personal "Art Saves" stories Archives     Jenny Doh offers an easy way to make a difference to a child. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.   Samantha Flaming I always wanted to be an artist. I never knew I was ...   Andrea Schroeder Has my life been changed by the power of art for good ...

Archives   Archives       Stamped, Quilted & Water-Colored Ornaments TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Origami World by Didier Boursin {North Light Books}   The Ultimate Guide to Colored Pencil by Gary Greene {North Light Books} {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

Submit your favorite links to mailbox@crescendoh.com.     Crafting My Best Life Complete events listing here.   How to fold paper claws.   The Crafty Nest: Halloween Cookies in a Jar.

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October 27, 2010

October 27, 2010 Jenny Doh, MSW Editor-in-Chief "It is the sweet, simple things of life which are the real ones after all." {Laura Ingalls Wilder}     The Urban Pasture: Sewn Paper Doily Garland Tutorial.   That's Totally hOT! Little Miss Mason stamps.   Oh My! Handmade Sidewalk Chalk Tutorial.

Kayte Terry Guest Curator When I was in elementary school, my brother and I took art therapy classes at our local hospital. At the time I thought my mother sent my brother and I there to keep us busy and out of her hair, but in retrospect I know that she was trying to save us ...   Kirsten Hassenfeld is one of my favorite artists: she has a magical way with simple materials.   Trompe l'oeil molding: love this DIY!   This is love forever.

Claudia Rohling Guest Curator Fifteen years ago I took a trip out West that changed my life. It was a time in my life when the ground itself seemed to be giving way. I had questions about my marriage, my children were all moving in different directions, and I wondered what the future held for me. Deciding some time alone was in order, I found myself drawn to ...     Inside the studio.   Tadpoles and Teacups.   Red Shoes.

Sally Fasano Guest Curator My sister died quickly and unexpectedly this summer. We were not raised together, nor did we even meet until the early '80s. Our paths have crossed briefly a few times ... Crystal Mack ... in color.   Leslie Altman Designs.   My thoughts, words, and art.

Archives   CRESCENDOh readers share their personal "Art Saves" stories Archives     Jenny Doh offers an easy way to make a difference to a child. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.   Samantha Flaming I always wanted to be an artist. I never knew I was ...   Andrea Schroeder Has my life been changed by the power of art for good ...

Archives   Archives       Stamped, Quilted & Water-Colored Ornaments TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Origami World by Didier Boursin {North Light Books}   The Ultimate Guide to Colored Pencil by Gary Greene {North Light Books} {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

Submit your favorite links to mailbox@crescendoh.com.     Crafting My Best Life Complete events listing here.   My Blessed Life: Fall Leaf Banner Tutorial.   Lovely and Gracious: DIY Faux Floral Centerpiece Tutorial.

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October 26, 2010

October 26, 2010 Jenny Doh, MSW Editor-in-Chief "Sometimes when you innovate, you make mistakes. It is best to admit them quickly, and get on with improving your other innovations." {Steve Jobs}     Love Stitched: Button Statement Necklace Tutorial.   That's Totally hOT! Handmade fabric cuff by Rebecca Sower.   Alisa Burke: Painted Parasol Tutorial.

Kayte Terry Guest Curator When I was in elementary school, my brother and I took art therapy classes at our local hospital. At the time I thought my mother sent my brother and I there to keep us busy and out of her hair, but in retrospect I know that she was trying to save us ...   Stylist Irina Graewe is a major inspiration.   My grandmother was one cool lady. I feel blessed to have some of her things around me to remind me of her.   This is love forever.

Claudia Rohling Guest Curator Fifteen years ago I took a trip out West that changed my life. It was a time in my life when the ground itself seemed to be giving way. I had questions about my marriage, my children were all moving in different directions, and I wondered what the future held for me. Deciding some time alone was in order, I found myself drawn to ...     Inside the studio.   sam i am creations.   Izabella's Blue.

Sally Fasano Guest Curator My sister died quickly and unexpectedly this summer. We were not raised together, nor did we even meet until the early '80s. Our paths have crossed briefly a few times ... Klo for Pazzles.   Brave Girl's Club.   My thoughts, words, and art.

Archives   CRESCENDOh readers share their personal "Art Saves" stories Archives     Jenny Doh offers an easy way to make a difference to a child. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.   Samantha Flaming I always wanted to be an artist. I never knew I was ...   Andrea Schroeder Has my life been changed by the power of art for good ...

Archives   Archives       Stamped, Quilted & Water-Colored Ornaments TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Origami World by Didier Boursin {North Light Books}   The Ultimate Guide to Colored Pencil by Gary Greene {North Light Books} {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

Submit your favorite links to mailbox@crescendoh.com.     Crafting My Best Life Complete events listing here.   Little Bird Secrets: Halloween Spider Web Cupcakes.   Handmade Happiness: Felt Cupcake Tutorial.

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October 25, 2010

October 25, 2010 Jenny Doh, MSW Editor-in-Chief "My mother wanted us to understand that the tragedies of your life one day have the potential to be comic stories the next." {Nora Ephron}     Cthuliz: Colored Pencil Necklace Tutorial.   That's Totally hOT! Prismacolor Premier Colored Pencils.   Craft Passion: Pencil Holder Tutorial.

Kayte Terry Guest Curator When I was in elementary school, my brother and I took art therapy classes at our local hospital. At the time I thought my mother sent my brother and I there to keep us busy and out of her hair, but in retrospect I know that she was trying to save us ...   Accessories always make the outfit for me.   I love jewelry made from unusual materials like fabric or feathers.   This is love forever.

Claudia Rohling Guest Curator Fifteen years ago I took a trip out West that changed my life. It was a time in my life when the ground itself seemed to be giving way. I had questions about my marriage, my children were all moving in different directions, and I wondered what the future held for me. Deciding some time alone was in order, I found myself drawn to ...     Inside the studio.   Duda Daze: Just Playin' around.   Pomegranatesandpaper: Journal of Artistic Miracles and Sensuous Desires.

Sally Fasano Guest Curator My sister died quickly and unexpectedly this summer. We were not raised together, nor did we even meet until the early '80s. Our paths have crossed briefly a few times ... Wonderful online classes by Suzi Blu.   Charity Wings.   My thoughts, words, and art.

Archives   CRESCENDOh readers share their personal "Art Saves" stories Archives     An easy way to make a difference to a child. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.   Samantha Flaming I always wanted to be an artist. I never knew I was ...   Andrea Schroeder Has my life been changed by the power of art for good ...

Archives   Archives       Stamped, Quilted & Water-Colored Ornaments TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Origami World by Didier Boursin {North Light Books}   The Ultimate Guide to Colored Pencil by Gary Greene {North Light Books} {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

Submit your favorite links to mailbox@crescendoh.com.     Crafting My Best Life Complete events listing here.   The Family Kitchen: Chocolate Avocado Cupcake Recipe.   100 Layer Cake: How to fold a kimono-style napkin.

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October 24, 2010

October 24, 2010 Jenny Doh, MSW Editor-in-Chief "My only advice is to stay aware, listen carefully, and yell for help if you need it." {Judy Blume}     Tatum Tales: Pumpkin Luminaries.   That's Totally hOT! Made by Lex: Sweater Capelet Wrap Tutorial.   Little Black Teapot: Single Sock Dino Tutorial.

Natalie Zee Drieu Guest Curator There's a quiet place my heart goes to when I am knitting, sewing, and making things in general. When I move my knitting stitches from one needle to the next or hear the soft hum of the sewing machine ...   Who doesn't like bags? Here's a great shoulder bag ...   ... and a great laptop bag.   Whenever I am in need of inspiration, I look back on these photos of my grandmother in Shanghai during the 1930s.

Karima Cammell Guest Curator As a professional artist and founder of a shop dedicated to visionaries and dreamers, I see examples every day of how ART SAVES. Here is the story of how I made art a powerful force for self-direction in my own life ...     Leaping off the Artistic Cliff.   No one captures storybook grit better.   Instruction and inspiration from the master of "imaginative realism."

Julee Herrmann Guest Curator Flashback: I'm 8 years old. Sobbing. Shocked. As a little girl just hit over and over again with a 1970s riveted belt ... Sabrina Ward Harrison: A picture says a million words.   Craft MBA: Motivation & Information.   HeArt Collective: Who I am.

Archives   CRESCENDOh readers share their personal "Art Saves" stories Archives     Peggy Helfrich shares a project sure to brighten someone's day. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.   Bev Sams I'd been working as a registrar in our ...   Tracy Schultz My goal is to live intentionally, to be true to ...

Archives   Archives       Stamped, Quilted & Water-Colored Ornaments TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Made at Home by Lisa Stickley {North Light Books}   Nancy's Favorite 101 Notions: by Nancy Zieman {Krause Publications} {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

Submit your favorite links to mailbox@crescendoh.com.     Free Motion Personas There's still time to join Danita at the Creative Lab! Complete events listing here.   Craft Ideas Direct: Fabric Pumpkin Tutorial.   Thrillingly Thrifty: T-Shirt Cape Tutorial.

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October 23, 2010

October 23, 2010 Jenny Doh, MSW Editor-in-Chief "They can't scare me, if I scare them first." {Lady Gaga}     Pattie Wack: Spider Web & Bloody Necklaces Tutorial for ilovetocreate.   That's Totally hOT! Ghoul Chair DIY video by Meg Allan Cole for Craftzine.   This is NOT a tutorial: Giant spider's web made of packing tape.

Natalie Zee Drieu Guest Curator There's a quiet place my heart goes to when I am knitting, sewing, and making things in general. When I move my knitting stitches from one needle to the next or hear the soft hum of the sewing machine ...   Fashion + Technology makes me happy. Especially the work of Diana Eng ...   ... and Syuzi Pakhchyan.   Whenever I am in need of inspiration, I look back on these photos of my grandmother in Shanghai during the 1930s.

Karima Cammell Guest Curator As a professional artist and founder of a shop dedicated to visionaries and dreamers, I see examples every day of how ART SAVES. Here is the story of how I made art a powerful force for self-direction in my own life ...     Leaping off the Artistic Cliff.   Pushing puppetry's boundaries.   Benjamin Pollock's Toyshop: Toy theatres beloved for generations.

Julee Hermann Guest Curator Flashback: I'm 8 years old. Sobbing. Shocked. As a little girl just hit over and over again with a 1970s riveted belt ... Art Projects for Kids: Meaningful projects for little ones.   Barbe St. John: Great insights and linkaliscious.   HeArt Collective: Who I am.

Archives   CRESCENDOh readers share their personal "Art Saves" stories Archives     Peggy Helfrich shares a project sure to brighten someone's day. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.   Bev Sams I'd been working as a registrar in our ...   Tracy Schultz My goal is to live intentionally, to be true to ...

Archives   Archives       Stamped, Quilted & Water-Colored Ornaments TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Made at Home by Lisa Stickley {North Light Books}   Nancy's Favorite 101 Notions: by Nancy Zieman {Krause Publications} {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

Submit your favorite links to mailbox@crescendoh.com.     Free Motion Personas There's still time to join Danita at the Creative Lab! Complete events listing here.   Homemade Citrus Ornaments Recipe.   One Inch World: Felted Ravioli Tutorial.

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