May 22, 2012

Archives Tuesday, May 22, 2012 Archives Discipline is just choosing between what you want now and what you want most. {Unknown} A Fabulous Fete DIY Wrapped Flatware   L to R: 1. The Best Orange Bread You'll Ever Have by Brooklyn Galley 2. DIY Summer Scrub by Deliciously Organized 3. DIY Orange Peel Candle by ElizaK Loading

Britt Bravo Guest Curator When I turned 40 a few years ago, I wanted to do something special to celebrate, and honestly, to prepare ... Sublime Stitching Fun and funky patterns aint' your gramma's embroidery.   Lazy Girl Designs One yard, one hour tote: A quick and thoughtful gift.   Have Fun Do Good Mail has become a lost art. Bring it back!

Softies       A Beautiful Mess DIY Plush Fox Doll   Punk Projects DIY Starfish Softie   Retro Mama Girl Doll PDF Sewing Pattern

Archives     Archives     Paperbag Notecard by Shona Cole TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Journal It by Jenny Doh Available Now for Pre-Order   Fairy Dust Glitter by Clearsnap {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   INTRIGUING NEW TITLES ON THE HORIZON   THE LATEST & GREATEST ART-MAKING PRODUCTS

Archives     Tree Branches Wall Decal   Heat, Color, Set & Fire by Mary Hettmansperger   Mixed Media Girls by Suzi Blu OUR FAVORITE AMAZON FINDS* *Amazon Affiliate Program   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW and TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.       Gayle Bodine When I was a child I felt special because I was singled out as someone who was . . .   Wood & Grain Birch Wood Ceremony Arrow Sign   National Council on Aging Improving the lives of older Americans. 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

@kimberlywilson Artist. Aspiring vegan. Yogini.   @alteredpage Seth Apter Mixed Media artist and author.   @jydrangeahippo Jennifer Priest. If it's papercrafting or scrapbooking, count me in!

Archives     Starting Your Etsy Shop with Sarah Meehan June 2, 2012 Enrollment NOW Open.   A Cozy Kitchen Chocolate Popcorn with Sea Salt Recipe   Palate-Inspired Palette.

Archives Little Goodall Kids Fantastic Little Fox Coat knitknit Mr. Bates Fox Necklace

Carved Rubber Stamp Tutorial   What I Really Want   One and Only

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February 24, 2012

Archives Friday, February 24, 2012 Archives Happiness is not something you postpone for the future; it is something you design for the present. {Jim Rohn} dee*construction Sweatshirt Restyle Tutorial. L to R: 1. Festive Felt Bow Tutorial by valerie paperie. 2. Spiced Red Wine-Poached Pears Recipe by Cooking Channel. 3. Agate Geode Necklace by NatureLook. Loading

Lyric Kinard Guest Curator The act of creating nourishes me. Art fills my well ... They Draw & Cook Foodie? Artist? The best of both worlds!   Traci Bunkers Give old jeans a new life in your studio.   Lyric Art DIY Painted Shoes Tutorial.

Cathy Kirwan (Tinniegirl) Guest Curator I've started this story so many times, trying to find words to capture how I feel about art and the role that it plays in my life. I have a particular process that I use when I write a story. Rather than mapping out the story ...     Tinniegirl A major a-ha moment that changed everything for me.   Danielle Daniel One of my favourite self-portraits of all time by my gorgeous soul sister Danielle.   Vivienne McMaster So simply true.

Softies       Prudent Baby Easiest Softies Ever.   Craftside How to Make a Retro Fawn Softie.   Generation T Embroidered Electric Bass Softie.

Archives     Archives     Stamped Mason Jar Shrinky Dink Pendants Tutorial by Shona Cole TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Hand in Hand Available Now for Pre-Order {Lark Crafts}   Bead it Like You Mean It DVD by Lyric Kinard {NEW Ideas Every Friday}   INTRIGUING NEW TITLES ON THE HORIZON   THE LATEST & GREATEST ART-MAKING PRODUCTS

Archives     3" x 3" x 2" Open Lid Kraft Gift Boxes.   Adventures in Bookbinding by Jeannine Stein {Quarry}   Vintage Weddings by Marnie Fogg {Lark Crafts} OUR FAVORITE AMAZON FINDS   DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.       Tori Andrus I was a quiet, shy sixth grader who mostly did what my teachers asked for fear of being sent to the principal's office ...   Martha Stewart Weddings Program Jackets.   Food for the Hungry We go to the hard places. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives 10-Step Action Plan by Artist, Author, Creativity Coach Lesley Riley Legato Artist Jesse Reno

@zappos Zappos CEO.   @water Safe water for all.   @jeffjarvis Blogger and j-school prof.

Archives     Paint & Doodle School 2-Day Workshop with Jennifer Mercede Register NOW.   Homesick Texan Creamy Chipotle Shrimp with Mushrooms and Wild Rice Recipe.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

Archives BelleCoccinelle Embroidered Yellow Wall Hanging. RadhikaJewelry Copper Paisley Earrings.

Stitching without Thread Stamping Tutorial   Paper Dress Tutorial   Urgency of the Next

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October 28, 2011

Friday, October 28, 2011 Even if you fall on your face, you're still moving forward. {Victor Kiam}   emma lamb Crocheted Flower Garland. L to R: 1. Leite's Culinaria. 2. mariaHandmade. 3. Alisa Burke. Loading

Lolly Chessie Guest Curator Arts and crafts have always been a part of my life, and are present in my earliest memories. My mom and I used to ... Martha Stewart There are so many pretty leaves out right now! Preserving them and maybe even decorating that burlap wreath with them would look stunning!   deliciously organized I love making salt and sugar scrubs (they make wonderful gifts too)! This is a super easy recipe and the fragrance can be changed by simply changing the essential oils you use.   Lolly Chops Hammin' it up ... hedgie style!

Doilies       Needle and Nest Design How To Revamp an Old Sweater with Doilies.   postcards and pretties Doily Embroidery Hoops.   Wedding 101 Doily Umbrella Stirring Sticks.

Softies       The Mother Lode Child's Art Turned Softie.   soto softies Warm Fuzzy Mammal Finger Puppets.   Obsessively Stitching Fleece Creatures.

Archives Archives     Random Acts of Kindness Cards by Melody M. Nuñez TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Mend It Better by Kristin M. Roach Available Now for Pre-Order {Storey Publishing}   Creative Pilgrimage by Jenny Doh Available Now for Pre-Order {Quarry} {NEW Ideas Every Friday} INTRIGUING NEW TITLES ON THE HORIZON

Archives     100 Pretty Little Projects {Lark Crafts}   Semiprecious Salvage by Stephanie Lee {North Light Books}   New Creative Collage Techniques by Nita Leland {North Light Books} DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.   Archives     Angie Williams Whatever form the art takes, the transformation doesn't just happen on the piece I'm working on, but also ...   Hostess with the Mostest Bubble Tin Favors.   Perkins School for the Blind All we see is possibility. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives The Art of the Comma by Writer & Editor Amanda Crabtree Weston Legato Artist CORI DANTINI

CRAFT Beach Retreat   bron marshall Lemon Petits Pots de Crème with Meringue Hats.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

Archives paddockpress 12 Travel Postcards. ImagineStudio The Sea-Horse Effect Fine Art Print.

Parentheses of Life   Milky Heart Jar   Steve Jobs is Dead

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October 11, 2011

Tuesday, October 11, 2011 Do you know the difference between education and experience? Education is when you read the fine print; experience is what you get when you don't. {Pete Seeger}   ArtMind How to use a metal letter stamp set with clay. L to R: 1. mlmxoxo. 2. Chez Beeper Bebe. 3. Tea & Cookies. Loading

Stephanie Howell Guest Curator I don't know where I would be without the ability to create. I mean this with all of my heart. I'm not being dramatic ... Ambrosia Creative Such a creative, original way to make your refrigerator look hip.   Demanding Joy This post really resonates with me.   Just me, my soldier, and our 4 little chicks Let them be little.

Kala Patterson Guest Curator Art, to me, is all about finding something deeper, something beyond the surface of everyday life. As a stay-at-home wife with a small business, it can be hard to remind myself to look for and create art, but without that creative spark life just loses its sparkle ...     Vegan Craftastic   zakka life A way to make baker's twine even cuter.   Tatertots & Jello I love this idea, it's so hard to find a cute camera bag!

Softies       Pins & Pens Make your own elephant softie.   Craft Craft Giraffe Softie.   The Craft Army Sketch your Own Softie.

Giving       The Kitchn The Best Chai Tea Mix.   Sew, Mama, Sew! Patchwork Notebooks.   Country Living Make Your Own Gift Baskets.

Archives Archives     Shrink Plastic Cards & Pendant by Cynthia Shaffer TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Zakka Style by Rashida Coleman-Hale Available Now for Pre-Order {C&T Publishing}   Practical Mixed-Media Printmaking by Sarah Riley Available Now for Pre-Order {A&C Black} {NEW Ideas Every Friday} INTRIGUING NEW TITLES ON THE HORIZON

Archives     Collage Couture by Julie Nutting {North Light Books}   30-Minute Rings by Marthe Le Van {Lark Crafts}   Painted Pages by Sarah Ahearn Bellemare {Quarry Books} DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.   Archives     Iris Perez It was one of the most difficult times I've had to go through in my life. Soon I was not going out anymore, except to ...   Once Wed Vintage Book Table Numbers.   Sanctuary for Families Dedicated exclusively to serving domestic violence victims and their children. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives How to Make Great Art by Artist, Aughor, Life Coach Lesley Riley Legato Artist SIMON SCHUBERT

The Makerie 2012   Homesick Texan Entomatadas.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

Archives farrahsit Porcelain and Leather Hanging Containers. JasmineStore Hand Knit Fingerless Gloves.

Dear God: Forgiveness, not Payback.   Washi tape tutorial.   Vinyl reverse applique tutorial.

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June 2, 2011

Thursday, June 2, 2011 The true delight is in the finding out rather than in the knowing. {Isaac Asimov}   The Creative Place Woven Paper Journal Cover. L to R: 1. Whimsi Kel. 2. cocorosa. 3. eighteen25. Loading

Candie Cooper Alumni Guest Curator My story isn't so much of a story as more things I've stashed away in my creative life suitcase that have helped me ... Mod Podge Rocks DIY Bangles.   Anna Maria Horner Free Patterns, Ideas & Tips!   Candie Cooper Button, button!

Mommy&Me       bookhoucraftprojects CD Case Fimo Labyrinth.   giddy giddy Not Yer Cookie Cutter Face.   craft-project.com Paper chain.

Softies       Martha Stewart Stuffed Pig.   RevoluzZza The Fox.   MelissaSue Little Swiss Home.

Archives Archives     Love Changes Everything Card by Rachel Emilie Jackson TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   The Artist Unique by Carmen Torbus {North Light Books}   Inspiritu Jewelry by Marie French {North Light Books} {NEW Ideas Every Friday} DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.   Archives     Kelley I have no idea where to start with this one ...   Natalie Mann Event Studio Blog Olive oil bottles and clay name tags.   City of Hope Where the power of knowledge saves lives. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives This Week :: The T Word by author, artist, creativity coach Lesley Riley Legato Artist ERIKA SIMMONS

Rejuvenated Jewels All-Day Workshop with Amy Hanna August 20th Enroll NOW   David Lebovitz Spiced Carmel Corn.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

illona4 Natural linen dress. rachelungerjewelry Real Pressed Flower Bracelet.

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May 27, 2011

Friday, May 27, 2011 The fame you earn has a different taste from the fame that is forced upon you. {Gloria Vanderbilt}   The Rubber Punkin Ruffled Family Tree. L to R: 1. Just Something I Made. 2. { Make }. 3. Flamingo Toes. Loading

Wanda Eash Guest Curator Have you ever heard of the saying, "The apple didn't fall far from the tree?" That's how I feel when comparing myself to ... Little Birdie Secrets Pillowcase Apron Tutorial.   Pink of Perfection Record Album Mail Holder.   Two Crafty Mules Using Unconventional Molds for Resin Tutorial.

Sue Bleiweiss Alumni Guest Curator The Internet makes the world a very small place. The life of an artist is a somewhat solitary one and the Internet gives us a forum to share our artwork, successes, and challenges of being an artist ...     Sue Bleiweiss Resisting with friends.   Judi Hurwitt Make your own stamps with Judi.   Carla Sonheim Bunny Power with Carla.

Art Jewelry       eHow How to Make a Collaged Scrabble Tile Pendant.   JewelryLessons.com Peruvian Thread Jewelry.   Craftster.org Chunky Fabric Chain.

Softies       LollyChops Hammin' it up ... hedgie style!   Melly & me Kokeshi stuffie.   Woman's Day Toy Giraffe.

Archives Archives     Love Changes Everything Card by Rachel Emilie Jackson TUTORIALS • DIY PROJECTS   Masters Book Arts {Lark Books}   Doodle Stitching by Aimee Ray {Lark Books} {NEW Ideas Every Friday} DISCOVER BOOKS BOTH NEW & TIMELESS

"Art Saves" Stories Archives   Ideas for the BIG day.   Archives     Sharon Hughes About 8 years ago an interior decorator approached me to ...   DIYWedding.org DIY Wedding Heart Save The Date Card.   Caitlin's Smiles Giving sick children laughs, hopes and smiles. Submit your Pay it Forward videos or stories with photos to mailbox@crescendoh.com.

Archives Archives This Week :: How to Daydream Productively by author, artist, creativity coach Quinn McDonald Legato Artist ERIKA SIMMONS

Rejuvenated Jewels All-Day Workshop with Amy Hanna August 20th Enroll NOW   The Wednesday Chef Rice and Potato Soup with Parmigiano Rind.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

Augenblickphoto Everyday Vintage Objects Decorative Wall Hangings. FleetingStillness Stained Glass Cottage Flower Pot Plant Stake.

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May 20, 2011

Friday, May 20, 2011 All I can do is be me, whoever that is. {Bob Dylan}   evie s. DIY Natural Soap from Soapberries. L to R: 1. Country Living. 2. Alice Q. Foodie. 3. maya*made. 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 ... The Drawing Board Red + white = spectacular.   The Warp and The Weft And blue.   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.   Lara Berch Create shabby chic frames from new or used.   Serena Barton Always a pleasure. I love Serena's paintings. This info on egg tempera is great.

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 ...

Softies       Craft Blog Caterpillar Softie Tutorial.   WeeWonderfuls Pointy Kitty Pattern.   Whimsy Loft Socks Owl.

Parties       Ramblings from the Sunshine State Rainbow Slush.   About.com Fabric Party Hats.   Frog Prince Paperie Paper Rose Favor Boxes.

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 ...   Once Wed DIY Wedding Pom Pom Vines.   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   Simply Recipes Arugula, Mozzarella, and Tomato on Focaccia.   Palate-Inspired Palette.

hopejohnson Abstract Berries Dipping Dish. gatheredcomforts French Postmark Pillow Slip.

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