March 5, 2013

Archives Tuesday, March 5, 2013 Archives Life is what happens to you while you're busy making other plans. {Allen Saunders} Love Maegan DIY Petal Sandals L to R: 1. Burlap Bag Ring Pillow by Ruffled 2. Hand Painted Thumbtacks by The Mod Cloth Blog 3. Paper Roll Wreath by Mom's Crafty Space Loading

Catherine Zacchino Guest Curator I grew up in a home that allowed me to be creative, inside and outside. I could paint inside and make mud pies outside ... Danny Mansmith Soft Sculpture Wonders   Cathy Cullis Wintry Dreamers   Junker Jane Being all over the place can be good!

Edible Art       After Yes DIY Cake Bunting   Half Baked DIY Speckled Egg Cake   Enthused Monkey DIY Cake Flags

Archives     Archives     Sashiko & Free Motion Stitched Mini Art Quilt Tutorial by Jenny Doh TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Stamp It! by Jenny Doh Available Now for Pre-Order   Stabilo All Marking Pencil {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   INTRIGUING NEW TITLES ON THE HORIZON   THE LATEST & GREATEST ART-MAKING PRODUCTS

Archives       Wilton Cake Decorating Set   Perfect Health Diet by Paul Jaminet and Shou-Chung Jaminet   Lori and Ed Olson Inspired Each Other to Get Healthy Submit your Fitness-related videos or stories to mailbox@crescendoh.com OUR FAVORITE AMAZON FINDS* *Amazon Affiliate Program   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW and TIMELESS   Inspiration, Motivation, and Information to get Fit

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.       Kelly Theil Here is a story about a mom. My mom. My best friend in the whole wide world. When I was a kid, she did the normal mom things, like cooking dinner and making us . . .   Craftuts Wedding Favors: Salt Dough Tags   Dress for Success Suits to self-sufficiency. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

@habitofbeing   @meganauman   @thewickednoodle

Archives     Pin and Keep Sampler with Lisa Super 1/2-Day Workshop March 16, 2013 Enrollment now open.   The Church Cook Blog Baby Bok Choy Kimchee Recipe   Palate-Inspired Palette.

Archives Bella Jackson Studio Vintage Silverware, Stamped I Do and Me Too Olivia Dru Rachel Cake Plate

Crocheted Buttons Tutorial   Crochet Hemp Knit & Crochet Hot Pad Tutorial   Crocheted Tag & Heart Tutorial

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July 4, 2012

Archives Wednesday, July 4, 2012 Archives The best way out is always through. {Robert Frost} Kelli Murray Art & Design DIY Jersey Headband (for minis) L to R: 1. How to Make a Homemade Cannoli by Recipe Girl 2. Chocolate Peanut Butter Acorns by Six in the Suburbs 3. Custom Cannoli Costume by The Wishing Elephant Loading

Christy Nimeh Guest Curator My earliest introduction to being creative was as a toddler. I grew up on the move, and we were pretty poor. We often didn't have ... The Shine Project Okay, I'm obsessed with these! Really, everyond should be making them!   Jill K Berry Super cool map art!   MAD-JAC Finish Your Painting

Edible Art       Oh Happy Day Veggie Boats   Craftser by Banga Painter's Palette Appetizer Platter   The Secret Life of a Chef's Wife The Coolest Fourth of July Cake

Archives     Archives     Stamped & Stitched Altered Book Tutorial by Cynthia Shaffer TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Journal It by Jenny Doh Available Now for Pre-Order   Eco Green Crafts Acrylic Paint Tubes {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   INTRIGUING NEW TITLES ON THE HORIZON   THE LATEST & GREATEST ART-MAKING PRODUCTS

Archives     Parrafin Wax Refills   Mixed Media Girls by Suzi Blu   The Pulse of Mixed Media by Seth Apter OUR FAVORITE AMAZON FINDS* *Amazon Affiliate Program   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW and TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.       Lisa Donaldson I have many stories I could tell you of my life but one that came to mind when reading of the healing qualities of art was regarding my healing after a breakdown with Post Natal Depression . . .   Etsy Blog Handmade Wedding Rings How-To: Bling Ring Photo Prop   Alliance for Justice Fighting for a fair America. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives The Art of Semicolons & Colons by Amanda Crabtree Weston Legato Artist Olaf Hajek

@TracyVerdugo I love teaching others to loosen up, laugh, dance, and throw paint around to make fabulous art!   @SCCmag Get inspired by Stitch Craft Create, a refreshing magazine devoted to celebrating a creative lifestyle.   @TraciBunkers Author of Print&Stamp Lab and The Art Journal Workshop! I'm a passionate &quirky mixed-media/fiber artist who makes all kinds of cool stuff.

Archives     Incised to Perfection with Chris Cozen July 7-8, 2012 Enrollment NOW Open.   My Recipes Summer Sorbet Trio   Palate-Inspired Palette.

Archives Ruchki KruchkI Crochet Knitted Boho Gypsy Wedding Dress Homen Stead Rustic Wedding Ring "Pillow"

Beauty of Impermanence   A Beautiful Life   What I Really Want

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June 24, 2012

Archives Sunday, June 24, 2012 Archives We are what we repeatedly do. Excellence, then, is not an act, but a habit. {Aristotle} My Cakies DIY: Watercolor Bubble Art L to R: 1. Who Needs Target? We've Got DIY Missoni Shoes! by Refinery29 2. Geometric Egg Cup Planters by Penelope and Pip 3. Project 17 of 26/ Painted Pot by Elise Blaha Loading

Seth Apter Guest Curator Art came to me and I came to art "later" in life. It was not an interest for me growing up, nor in my early years ... Two Dresses Studio Maybe call this botanatomy?   Lisa Hoffman I envy your faith.   The Altered Page Thoughts for day and night.

Edible Art       The Proper Pinwheel Back by popular demand.   Lisa Leonard Homemade Easter Egg Nests   Cute for Kids Cute breakfast idea: Cinnamon Roll Snails

Archives     Archives     Stamped & Stitched Altered Book Tutorial by Cynthia Shaffer TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Journal It by Jenny Doh Available Now for Pre-Order   LB Collection Cotton Bamboo Yarn {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   INTRIGUING NEW TITLES ON THE HORIZON   THE LATEST & GREATEST ART-MAKING PRODUCTS

Archives     Cadbury Mini Eggs   Hat Shop by Susanne Woods   The Pulse of Mixed Media by Seth Apter OUR FAVORITE AMAZON FINDS* *Amazon Affiliate Program   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW and TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.       Julie Johnson When I was six, I wanted to be an artist. My childhood was shattered when my mom experienced horrific . . .   Fellow Fellow DIY Love-Stuck Place Cards   Direct Relief International Healthy people. Better world. Since 1948. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives The Importance of Art to Your Mental Health by Shona Cole Legato Artist Aran Goyoaga

@willowing i like avocados, pink bubblegum and messy hair   @avgjanecrafter Editor-in-Chief at @CRAFT & contributing writer @MAKE, hand embroidery-obsessed, massive space geek.   @jackieatweelife I design, craft, play, cook, travel, dream, and blog at weelife.com. I think it's about the wee things.

Archives     Incised to Perfection with Chris Cozen July 7-8, 2012 Enrollment NOW Open.   Hungry Girl por Vida Rainbow Doughnuts Recipe   Palate-Inspired Palette.

Archives Fox Fire Spark Needle Felted Bulldog Indigo Twin Dogs-clay folk art sculpture

Rubber Carving Tutorial   Painted Bottles with Crochet   Urgency of the Next and the Finite of the Now

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February 5, 2012

Archives Sunday, February 5, 2012 Archives Nature never said to me: Do not be poor; still less did she say: Be rich; her cry to me was always: Be independent. {Sébastien-Roch Nicolas De Chamfort} Tatertots & Jello Valentine Glitter Mason Jar Tutorial L to R: 1. Felt Play Cookies by kidnaroundcreations. 2. Chocolate Chip Cookie Dough Shooter Recipe by Day Dreamer Desserts. 3. Flower Cookies by The Family Kitchen. Loading

Devon Iott of Miss Make Guest Curator There are two kinds of women in my family: crafty and not crafty ... Tried & True How to dye fabric with Kool Aid and a helpful color chart.   Penguin & Fish These sweet little foxes make me all kinds of happy.   Miss Make How I used Photoshop to make a quilt even my boyfriend could get excited about.

Edible Art       SweetAmbs Brush embroidered cookies.   Necessary Chocolate Wrapped Cookie Dough Tutorial.   Man Made Marvels Art From Orange.

Archives     Archives     Styrofoam Block Printing Tutorial by Jenny Doh TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   100 Things Every Artist Should Know The Artists of Walter Foster Available Now for Pre-Order {Walter Foster}   Shades of Alchemy Fans by Michael deMeng {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   INTRIGUING NEW TITLES ON THE HORIZON   THE LATEST & GREATEST ART-MAKING PRODUCTS

Archives     Kool Aid Variety Pack   The Crafter's Guide to Taking Great Photos by Heidi Adnum {Interweave}   Courage & Craft by Barbara Abercrombie {New World Library} OUR FAVORITE AMAZON FINDS   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.       Candylei Yap Art saves me from being impatient. Art saves me from saying bad things because ...   Oh So Beautiful Paper DIY Tutorial: Hand Painted Save the Dates.   CARE Defending dignity, fighting poverty. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives Stuck Like Glue by Artist, Author, Creativity Coach Lesley Riley Legato Artist Puur Anders

@LiddabitSweets candy + sweets handmade with love in Brooklyn.   @CannelleVanille Food blogger, stylist & photographer. Cookbook author. Mother of two living gluten-free. Lover of nature and artisanship.   @nikoleherriott Forty-sixth at Grace.

Archives     NEW ecourse The Keys to Publishing & Building Creative Momentum Register NOW.   Food 4 Tots Egg in a Basket Recipe.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

Archives rockedjewelry Bronze bib necklace. Neemadesigns413 Scarf Necklace.

Soldered Hearts Jewelry Workshop with Terri Brush   Carved Rubber Stamp Tutorial   Funny Free Motion Doodle Art Quilt Tutorial

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January 8, 2012

Archives Sunday, January 8, 2012 Archives If you can't explain it simply, you don't understand it well enough. {Albert Einstein}   Recuerda Mi Corazon Cinnamon Prayer Beads Tutorial. L to R: 1. Soy candle: Lavender Cucumber Sage by SimpleScentsByKeisha. 2. Cucumber art by My Sushi World. 3. Grilled Dill and Havarti Dill Sandwich recipe by The Family Kitchen. Loading

Donna Salazar Guest Curator Hi, I'm Donna Salazar. I'm a wife, mom, artist, designer, teacher, and kid at heart ... Lisa Pace Altered Paper Mache Book.   Artsy Findings by Cheryl Waters Hope for the holidays.   Donna Salazar Designs Art saves.

Céline Navarro Guest Curator I would have never known I would become a full-time artist. Almost six years ago, I lost my only sister. She was 20. I was 24. She died of cancer. A tragedy ...     The Green Frog Studio Make your dreams come true.   Ali Edwards Ali Edwards is the most inspiring woman I know. She's true to herself, she won't lie to herself. She's like a sunshine, she's peaceful. I read her blog every single day because she gives me strength as a woman.   Oh Hello Friend Something beautiful and inspiring : cute, pretty packaging for your beloved ones. LOVE this!

Edible Art       homework Peppermint sugar cubes with leftover candy canes recipe.   Today's Nest Frozen Clementine Sorbet Recipe.   Kevin Van Aelst Apple Art.

Archives     Archives     My Romance Stamping & Doodling Tutorial by Jenny Doh TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Hand in Hand Projects by 20 Mommy Bloggers by Jenny Doh Available Now for Pre-Order {Lark}   Mix'd Media Inx by Donna Salazar for Clearsnap {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   INTRIGUING NEW TITLES ON THE HORIZON   THE LATEST & GREATEST ART-MAKING PRODUCTS

Archives     Speedball Linoleum Cutter Assortment 1   Color for Painters by Al Gury {Watson Guptill}   Water Paper Paint by Heather Smith Jones {Quarry} OUR FAVORITE AMAZON FINDS   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.       Denise Reed Livingston I lost my husband and two boys (ages 6 and 8) to a private plane crash ...   gardenmis Botanical sachets.   The Cornelia de Lange Syndrome Foundation Reaching out, providing help, giving hope. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives A Time to Create by Artist, Author, Mommy Blogger Shona Cole Legato Artist JOE BAGLEY

@sisterdiane I'm a big craft geek ...   @ShutterSisters Global community of women photographers.   @modpodgerocks DIY and crafts. I also like the color blue and garden gnomes.

Archives     NEW ecourse The Keys to Publishing & Building Creative Momentum Register NOW.   Fine Dining Lovers Senia Rice with Eel Stock and Cherries Recipe.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

Archives violasboutique Chunky wool infinity scarf. monkeyandsquirrel Retro-inspired wall decor, chevron stripes.

I Am a Painter   Inkodye   Without love, you ain't nothin'.

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May 15, 2011

Sunday, May 15, 2011 "An artist is paid not for his labor but for his vision." {James Whistler}   CRESCENDOh Lisa Engelbrecht's Art for Charity Reverse Auction for Japan. L to R: 1. Hazelnut Cottage. 2. Yummy Supper. 3. Homework. Loading

Maya Donenfeld Alumni Guest Curator In the midst of busy mothering, art it is often my place of calm in the center of the storm ... lilfishstudios Landscape brooch.   Louise Gale Stories from the universe.   Maya Donenfeld Love each day.

Susan Tuttle Alumni Guest Curator Life is about connection — connection to self and connection to other. Art is a magical medium through which these connections become possible. My husband, Howie, and I have recently discovered a new and exciting ...     Ilka's Attic This post features photographs taken by my husband, and in the post I speak about the gift of allowing someone you love to photograph you.   Ellen Heck The human figure.   honeypieLiving Gorgeous self-portraits.

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 ::     Terri Stegmiller Art quilting, for me, started out as I think it probably starts out for most quilters ...   Gerrie Congdon Perhaps, the best part of being a member of the 12 x 12 group is the strong ...   Brenda Gael Smith I learned to knit, sew and embroider as a child by a ...

Edible Art       Not Martha Pies baked in jars.   Seddy5 Cake embroidered with sprinkles.   Sweetopia Daisy Cookies.

Creative Stitching       The Plaid Scottie Reverse Applique Tutorial.   Sew Mama Sew Applique Tutorial.   Mosehouse Studio Fabric covered button tutorial.

Archives Archives     Beribboned Art Saves Mobile by Melody M. Nuñez TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Tilda's Summer Ideas by Tone Finnanger {D&C}   Sew Serendipity by Kay Whitt {Krause Publications} {NEW Ideas Every Friday} DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.   Archives     Lara Blair I've always been artistic and creative, but usually on the performing end of things ...   tallulahg Ring bearer pillow.   Women's Learning Partnership For rights, development, and peace. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives This Week :: The Struggle to Stay Creative 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   Tes at Home Bael fruit iced tea.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

TheOakLeaves Ceramic Mushrooms. feathermar Tiny wooden houses.

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March 25, 2011

Friday, March 25, 2011 Lost time is never found again. {Benjamin Franklin}   cakies DIY Cupcake in a Jar. L to R: 1. Intimate Weddings. 2. Nava Lubelski. 3. U-Handbag. 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 ... Lilisac in Paris Love letters in the Paris Metro.   recuerda mi corazon When someone runs on behalf of you or When someone runs for your cure.   Susanna's Sketchbook Dia de Bloglandia.

Film       Metropolis Directed by Fritz Lang.   Coraline Directed by Henry Selick.   Exit Through the Gift Shop Directed by Banksy.

Edible Art       Sugar Teachers Sleight of Hand...Topsy Turvy Cake Tutorial.   purposedesign Large Herbal Tea Kit in a Brushed Aluminum Box.   David Lebovitz Butterscotch Pecan Cookie Cups.

Paper       girliepains Printable Box Baby Cameras.   michelle made me Paper Airplane Garland.   The Creative Place Mini Journal Notepads.

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 ...   DawnsCraftStore Personalized Custom Bride's Wedding Dress Hanger.   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.   Vanilla Garlic Hungarian Heat Hot Chocolate.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

roomofyourown Blue Rose Necklace. Naomilingerie White Chiffon Sleep Boxer.

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March 4, 2011

Friday, March 4, 2011 Intelligence without ambition is a bird without wings. {Salvador Dali}   Brassy Apple: From Boxy to Flirty & Foxy. L to R: 1. michele made me. 2. Rhapsody of Cacophony. 3. Craft-O-Maniac. Loading

Linda Woods Guest Curator Sometimes I think it's funny how I rarely hear people ask plumbers or mechanics about the moment they knew that's what they were ... IS•LY Clothesline Hanging System Tutorial.   Alphabet Soup Spent.   Visual Chronicles Disrespected, yo.

Carol Spinski Guest Curator As I sat by my mom's hospice bed that day holding tight to her hands, I watched every last breath that she took. In those final hours, I was overwhelmed with the sense of pride I felt to call this gracious woman ...     Cannelle et Vanille Simply Beautiful.   Dreamy Whites Waiting for Spring.   French Larkspur Inspiration Beauty.

Knitting       Sally Muir & Jo Osborne Knit Your own Jack Russell.   Mochimochi Land Baby Gators.   the purl bee Fuzzy Easter Chicks and Mini Easter Eggs.

Edible Art       Eye Candy Simple Chocolate Painting Technique.   OrganicToBe Organic Edible Flower Canapés Recipe.   Vegan Yum•Yum Knit Night Cupcakes.

Archives Archives     Art Saves Tote by Cynthia Shaffer TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Art at the Speed of Life by Pam Carriker {Interweave}   A Chance to Win! A copy of Pam Carriker's Art at the Speed of Life & More! Enter by 3/5/11 5PM (PST) {NEW Ideas Every Friday} DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.   Archives     Sheryl Putnam My husband and I left our home we loved ...   Ruffled DIY Paper Lace Doily Lanterns.   Kids In Need Foundation Ensuring that every child is prepared to learn and succeed. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives This Week :: Doing What You Love Thoughts from mother, artist and author: Shona Cole An Interview with :: Tammy Smith A fascinating exploration of tattered vestiges.

Inspired Artist Workshop May 11-14, 2011 Charlotte, NC Complete events listing here.   food52 Grilled Brussels Sprouts.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

Stravaigrant Green "Heidi" Pinafore Dress. MaaPstudio San Martin Yellow Porcelain Ring.

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February 28, 2011

Monday, February 28, 2011 It's a helluva start, being able to recognize what makes you happy. {Lucille Ball}   New from CRESCENDOh: Woodland Friends Stamps by Danita. L to R: 1. bless her heart. 2. Sweet Paul. 3. botanicalmarket. Loading

Linda Woods Guest Curator Sometimes I think it's funny how I rarely hear people ask plumbers or mechanics about the moment they knew that's what they were ... Alisa Burke Vintage Inspired Fleece Hat Tutorial.   House Tweaking Hand painted circles for the powder room.   Visual Chronicles Disrespected, yo.

Carol Spinski Guest Curator As I sat by my mom's hospice bed that day holding tight to her hands, I watched every last breath that she took. In those final hours, I was overwhelmed with the sense of pride I felt to call this gracious woman ...     Raised in Cotton Surround yourself with creative friends.   Blomsterverkstad Planting season.   Karla's Cottage Nesting Banners.

Edible Art       Food for Tots Homemade applesauce.   The Pastry Affair Meyer Lemon Curd.   Cute Food for Kids Ladybug Sandwich.

Creative Stitching       BySaraLynn Embroidered perpetual calendar.   Craftiness is Not Optional Ruffle bib tutorial.   doe c doe Button embroidery.

Archives Archives     Hearts in Jars by Becky Shander TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Art at the Speed of Life by Pam Carriker {Interweave}   Stamped Metal Jewelry by Lisa Niven Kelly {Interweave} {NEW Ideas Every Friday} DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.   Archives     Sheryl Putnam My husband and I left our home we loved ...   Wedding Bee Wooden cake pedestal tutorial.   Kids In Need Foundation Ensuring that every child is prepared to learn and succeed. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives This Week :: Doing What You Love Thoughts from mother, artist and author: Shona Cole An Interview with :: Tammy Smith A fascinating exploration of tattered vestiges.

Inspired Artist Workshop May 11-14, 2011 Charlotte, NC Complete events listing here.   Chocolate & Carrots Chap Chae with Tempeh.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

annemariesbreiblog Blue Hearts garland. ERGANIweaving Cross-stitch felt heart pin.

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February 20, 2011

Sunday, February 20, 2011 Reality is that which, when you stop believing in it, doesn't go away. {Philip K. Dick}   a subtle revelry: Light bulb terrariums tutorial. L to R: 1. Bachman's Sparrow. 2. Bulbs Unlimited. 3. Souther Salazar. Loading

Megan Hunt Guest Curator I feel like I never "became" an artist any more than I became a daughter or an American or a lover of fashion or a hater of casseroles ... Simply Modern Mom: Try this simple pleated bow pillowcase dress.   whatever ... This post by Meg Duerksen is a great resource to save for your bored kids.   Princess Lasertron: Photos from one of my recent bridal orders: fancy embroidery, crystals, and vintage pearls!

Cari Kraft Guest Curator I never really thought about what my ART SAVES story would be until Jenny asked me to participate. For me, art has always been a part of my life. My family was very conscientious about using everything we had effectively. Not so much by choice as out of necessity ...     Cari Kraft: What should we make today?   Amy Powers: I can always count on Amy to have some amazingly cute and inspiring something on her blog.   Maija Lepore: Maija continues to inspire me with her creativity, her huge heart and fantastic hugs.

Creative Stitching       Gumbo Lily: Ric-rac flowers embroidery tutorial.   Handmade Baby Clothes: Monogram Applique Onesie Tutorial.   Colette Patterns: Knickers with lace applique tutorial.

Edible Art       Anna the Red: How to make a heart-shaped egg.   Cynthia Shaffer: Chocolate Bowls and Fruit Tutorial.   What Katie Ate: Berry Brulee.

Archives Archives     Embellished Jars with Letters by Becky Shander TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Bead on a Wire by Sharilyn Miller {North Light Books}   Make Your Own Misfits by Fumie Kamijo & Rosie Short {Cico Books} {NEW Ideas Every Friday} DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.   Archives     Gayle Bodine I have used art as an elixir for depression since I was ...   The Bride's Cafe: DIY Felt bouquet.   Animal Place: Compassion for all life. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives This Week :: Your Most Important Art Supply Thoughts from internationally known artist, instructor, author and creativity coach: Lesley Riley An Interview with :: Meg Allan Cole DIY maven. Clothing designer. Actress. Activist. Blogger. Lover of Life.

Shimmer & Sparkle! All-Day Workshop with Lisa Engelbrecht March 5, 2011 Santa Ana, CA Complete events listing here.   Cannelle et Vanille: There were sour oranges.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

lovemaude: Hand embroidered wool felt oval pendant. deniz03: Seashell gray neckwarmer.

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