August 6, 2011

Saturday, August 6, 2011 Be courteous to all, but intimate with few, and let those few be well tried before you give them your confidence. {George Washington}   Little House in the Suburbs Aluminum Can Ornaments. L to R: 1. Sassy Radish. 2. Coloured Theory. 3. BooandBooFactory. Loading

Jessi Nagy Guest Curator I have been creating arts and crafts for as long as I can remember. As a young girl, I used to go down to ... Kris Hurst Kris is the one who created my first blog banner. The one with the vintage Barbie's. I have forever been know as "That Barbie girl." Her style is so unique. She truly has a gift with paper. She's amazing.   Jenny & Aaron I have known these 2 for quite some time now. My very first swap was hosted by Jenny. They're sweet, 1950's cupcake style always makes me smile. I have taken some great classes from these two. I own several of their art pieces. They are amazing artists.   Scrappy Jessi Here is one of my favorite posts. My room re-do earlier this year. It's better than Disneyland. It's my happiest place on earth.

Kimberly Santiago Guest Curator Every day is an artist statement, a metamorphosis of such, our given opportunity to create. Holding on to this concept can be daunting or sometimes overwhelming. As creative people, we know that to start at the beginning is deceptively simple ...     Collage Playground by Kimberly Santiago   Eclectic Visions of an Altered Journey   Hodgepodge

Books       If You Ask Me: (And of Course You Won't) by Betty White   Me Talk Pretty One Day by David Sedaris   Last Words: A Memoir by George Carlin

Art Jewelry       the purl bee Crocheted Bracelets.   Return to Me Customizable Necklace.   Honestly WTF DIY Woven Chain Bracelet.

Archives Archives     Mini Art Quilts by Becky Shander TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   The Rhythm of Family by Amanda Soule Available Now for Pre-Order {Roost Books}   Mixed Media Workshop by Isaac Anderson Available Now for Pre-Order {Walter Foster} {NEW Ideas Every Friday} INTRIGUING NEW TITLES ON THE HORIZON

Archives     A Place of Yes by Bethenny Frankel {Touchstone}   The Creative Habit by Twyla Tharp {Simon & Schuster}   My Life in France by Julia Child {Anchor Books} DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.   Archives     Martha Richardson After moving 800 miles away from my daughter, grandson, family & friends for ...   Martha Stewart Weddings Tea & Cookie Favors.   Campaign for Tobacco-Free Kids Winning Smart. Saving Lives. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives 5 Messes to Make This Summer by artist and author of The Artistic Mother: Shona Cole Legato Artist LYNNE PERRELLA

Create Health Online Workshop by Dr. Shamanie Haneca Enroll NOW   David Lebovitz Herbed Ricotta Tart.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

malphi Linen Pleated Frill Pantaloons. fibermeup Bloom Handspun Merino Yarn.

TUTORIAL :: Embroidered Paper Doilies   Art of the Dress :: Altered shoes.   Knowing the exceptions.

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June 16, 2011

Thursday, June 16, 2011 If we all worked on the assumption that what is accepted as true is really true, there would be little hope of advance. {Orville Wright}   ReubenMiller Secret Bleach Stenciling Technique. L to R: 1. Cucumbersome. 2. WhipperBerry. 3. David Lebovitz. Loading

Jodi Ohl Alumni Guest Curator Last year at this time I had the honor of sharing my Art Saves story, which shed some light as to how I ... Suzan Buckner Lives and Breathes for Painting.   Kim Geiser Finding Herself.   Jodi Ohl I'm learning to express myself through photography.

La La Ortiz Alumni Guest Curator I feel so honored to be back on CRESCENDOh. Thank you Jenny Doh for inviting me back! Last time I was here I was able to share a little bit of my journey into the art world ...     La La Redwood Coast Creative ARts' Photostream   Smooth-On   Shiflett Brothers Originals

Mommy&Me       HP Kung Fu Panda 2 Stand-up Characters.   giddy giddy Scrapbox Memories.   Kids Craft Weekly Around-the-house rocket.

Books       Jane Eyre by Charlotte Bronte   Les Miserables by Victor Hugo   The Time Machine by H.G. Wells

Archives Archives     Altered Skirt Bag by Shona Cole TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Decorate by Holly Becker & Joanna Copestick {Chronicle Books}   Create with Transfer Artist Paper by Lesley Riley {C&T Publishing} {NEW Ideas Every Friday} DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.   Archives     Seema Saraf I came to the United States from India 4 years ago ...   Style Me Pretty Spice Jar Favors.   Fisher House Foundation Helping Military Families. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives This Week :: Don't Just Think—DO! by author, artist, creativity coach Lesley Riley Legato Artist FLORA BOWLEY

ART of the paintbOX All-Day Workshop with Connie Govea-Stuart September 10th Enroll NOW   Vanilla Garlic Chocolate Espresso Shortbread.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

elehandmade Handmade Princess Leather Ballet Flat. CatsMeowArt Smoky Mountains Mosaic Window.

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May 21, 2011

Saturday, May 21, 2011 Where's your will to be weird? {Jim Morrison}   Woman's Day Birdcage Orchids. L to R: 1. Matsutake. 2. Tea Rose Home. 3. SheShell. Loading

Charlotte Lyons Alumni Guest Curator I just reread my earlier piece for Art Saves, posted a year ago. I was wondering if I have anything new to contribute ... Kenner Road For the love of houses.   Anna Maria Horner Yes, please!   House Wren Studio My current groove.

Lesley Riley Alumni Guest Curator When I was say, 5, (and 10 and 15), I wanted to be an artist when I grew up. Only problem was, I didn't know how to be one. Back in the dark ages ('50s and '60s), I thought being an artist meant having the natural ability ...     Artist Success Step one in becoming the artist you want to be.   Go Flying Turtle Great interview with one of my favs – Alex Shur.   Girls Got Gumption I love interviewing artists ... and reading artist interviews.

Special Feature :: Twelve by Twelve We are proud to host a 4-week special feature spotlighting the authors of Twelve by Twelve. We'll view artwork and essays as presented by these talented art quilters as they rotate in three at a time. :: This Week, We Welcome ::     Françoise Jamart I just celebrated my fifth blogging anniversary a few weeks ago ...   Deborah Boschert I believe a special kind of relationship develops between people when they truly ...   Kirsten Duncan Twelve by Twelve came along with perfect timing in my life. I had just moved from ...

Creative Stitching       Welcome to the gOOd Life Vintage bowtie skirt DIY.   the red thread Summer Tweets Bird Mobile.   CraftSanity Felt Fortune Cookie Tutorial.

Books       Bossypants by Tina Fey.   Look at the Birdie by Kurt Vonnegut.   At Wit's End by Erma Bombeck.

Archives Archives     'Neath Billowing Skies by Rachel Emilie Jackson TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Twelve by Twelve {Lark Books}   A Chance to Win! Twelve Copy Giveaway of Twelve by Twelve! Enter by 5/21/11 5PM (PST) {NEW Ideas Every Friday} DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.   Archives     Stephey Baker Dear Art: A heartfelt thank you for saving me. Thank you for believing in me when I ...   The Domestic Scientist DIY Wedding Favors: Candy Pouches.   FIRST For inspiration and recognition of science and technology. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives This Week :: The Time It Takes by author, artist, creativity coach Quinn McDonald With babe in arms and coffee in hand, she paints pages. Sarah Ahearn Bellemare

Learn to Knit, Crochet & Free Motion Stitch! NEW! Online Workshop Begins May 23rd Enroll NOW   Chez Pim Panzanella Salad.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

mojospastyle Chevron Geometric Pattern Clutch. kivaford Hand Blown Glass Perfume Bottle.

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March 26, 2011

Saturday, March 26, 2011 All life is an experiment. The more experiments you make the better. {Ralph Waldo Emerson}   Fiskars Scrappy Appliqued Pillow. L to R: 1. {papermash}. 2. How About Orange. 3. Sunset. Loading

Susanna Gordon Guest Curator Art has always been a part of my life. My twin sister, Maria, and I were fortunate to have parents who encouraged us in all our creative endeavors whether it was ... Rodrigvitz Style Sugar Skull Tutorial I.   Rodrigvitz Style Sugar Skull Tutorial II.   Susanna's Sketchbook Dia de Bloglandia.

Art Jewelry       uloni Crochet brooch - Cappuccino.   Cucumbersome Tutorial: Leather Chain Necklace.   P.S. - I made this ... Macrame Necklace.

Books       A Wrinkle in Time by Madeleine L'Engle.   The Joy of Cooking by Irma S. Rombauer   Breakfast of Champions by Kurt Vonnegut.

Knitting       Lulu Letty DIY: Hand Knit Bow and Neck Warmer.   WonderHowTo DIY LED Carpet-Light.   NeedleNoodles Knit Sushi Pattern PDF.

Archives Archives     Danita Mushroom Necklace by Shona Cole TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   A Place of Yes by Bethenny Frankel {Touchstone Books}   The War of Art by Steven Pressfield {Warner Books} {NEW Ideas Every Friday} DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.   Archives     Monique Savoie My story is quite a simple one. I have created ...   Intimate Weddings Cookie Escort Cards.   Aaron Diamond AIDS Research Center Finding solutions to end the AIDS epidemic. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives This Week :: 5 Tips for Making Time for Art Thoughts from mother, artist and author: Shona Cole Simply, Deeply Joe Bagley Papercutter.

Do What You Love With Priscilla Jones Yorkshire, England May2011 Complete events listing here.   Chez Pim Yogurt, Lemon, and Herb Dip with Baby Carrots and Radishes.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

VitalTemptation Crochet Paprika Rustic Scarf. peaseblossomstudio Handmade Leather Journal and Sketchbook.

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