December 3, 2010

December 3, 2010 "There is nothing so strong or safe in an emergency of life as the simple truth." {Charles Dickens}     Aunt Peaches: Gilded Jam Jars Tutorial.   That's Totally hOT! Tims' Sally: All Dressed Up Original Pendant.   Miranda Made: Gilded Walnut Ornament Tutorial. Loading

Christine Alvarado Guest Curator "Christine is very interested in art." "She excelled again in her artwork." These were handwritten notes my mom jotted down on the pages of my baby book regarding my ...   The multi-talented artist and designer Nathalie Lete's Window Display.   The Hive: Brand new community connecting artists and crafters.   Du Buh Du Designs: A Mad Tea Party.

Jenny Adams Hernandez Guest Curator I love the idea of "folk art" because it's so forgiving and the emphasis is on the usefulness and handmade character of the art. I would consider myself a Folk Artisan. I love creating three-dimensional work and my medium ...     The Polka Dot Pixie: A couple of years ago my sister-in-law was diagnosed with breast cancer for the 2nd time. While staying with her, I learned something about the power of creating that I'll never forget.   Annie's Eats: Annie generously shares her favorite recipes with readers and documents her culinary creations so beautifully!   Just Something I Made: I am always blown away by the generosity of the talented art community. Cathe Holden posts the best tutorials and shares her wonderfully creative ideas.

GreenChic       Every Little Thing: Upcycled T-shirt Garland Tutorial.   Autumn Olive: Upcycled Holiday Ornament Tutorial.   Zakka Life: Upcycled Christmas Bows.

Hanukkah       Curiously Crafted Creations: Knitted Dreidel Tutorial.   The Pursuite of Happiness: Glittery Stuffed Dreidel Tutorial.   Scrumdilly-do!: Clothespin Menorah Tutorial.

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CRESCENDOh readers share their personal "Art Saves" stories Archives   Archives     Lynna Goldhar Smith When I set off down the road of life, I was not ...   Cynthia E. Anderson I was always one of these people that never could ...   A very special Pay it Forward tip from artist, writer, and blogger, Melody M. Nuñez. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

The Farm Chicks Antiques Show Complete events listing here.   Bakers Royale: Chocolate Peppermint Crinkle Cookies.   Palate-Inspired Palette: Semi-sweet chocolate, vanilla, peppermint, flour, sugar, and more.

kikosattic: Mini purse necklace. mocknet: Drusy pearl and rhinestones earrings.

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