I have always had an interest in crafts, and wished that I could be better with the sewing machine that has been gathering dust in my basement these last few years. When I was given the opportunity to review the book "Chic on a Shoestring - Simple to sew vintage-style accessories", I figured it … [Read more...] about Chic On a Shoestring Book Review
Crafts and Hobbies
Michele’s Handcrafted Rustic Wood Birdhouses
With our "Fun in the Summer Sun" blog event getting into full swing, our next company makes the perfect addition to our summer buying guide. Today I would like to introduce you to the company called Michele's Handcrafted Birdhouses where you will find the prettiest handcrafted birdhouses that I have … [Read more...] about Michele’s Handcrafted Rustic Wood Birdhouses
BurlapFabric Your Go-To Source for Burlap Fabric
Today I would like to introduce you to the company called BurlapFabric.com who sells burlap fabric at the lowest possible prices! Matter of fact, they sell burlap at the lowest prices found on the web! They offer one of the widest selections of burlap fabric in the industry. When you shop at … [Read more...] about BurlapFabric Your Go-To Source for Burlap Fabric
Craft Project – How to Decoupage a Flower Vase for Spring
Are you looking for an easy & fun craft project to do with the kids? If so, we would like to share with all of you how we took a dime store glass vase and turned it into a pretty vase that you will be proud to put on display in your own home. This is a great project to do with kids and you … [Read more...] about Craft Project – How to Decoupage a Flower Vase for Spring
Went to a Local Arts and Crafts Trade Show
How did your weekend go? Did you all go out and do anything special this past weekend? I love dabbling in arts and crafts so this past weekend I headed out to a local trade show where I got to see some of the coolest new arts and craft supplies to hit the market in a very long time. I spent … [Read more...] about Went to a Local Arts and Crafts Trade Show
The Orb Factory Childrens Arts and Crafts Projects
As you know my granddaughter is the apple of my eye. She is growing up so quickly and is so smart. Aren't they all? I was looking for some great educational and imaginative toys that she could play with and found this great company that produces arts and craft items for young kids of all ages. I … [Read more...] about The Orb Factory Childrens Arts and Crafts Projects
The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Amigurumi Book
Have I got a treat for all you crocheter's out there. I received the book The Complete Idiot's Guide to Amigurumi and can't wait to get my crochet hook working on some of the projects in this paperback book. Its fantastic! Amigurumi (pronounced ah-mee-goo-roo-mee) is Japanese for "crochet (or … [Read more...] about The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Amigurumi Book
The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Making Natural Soaps
Today I am doing a book review for you and the book I am reviewing is called "The Complete Idiot's Guide to Making Natural Soap" by Sally W. Trew and Zonella B. Gould. The soft-cover book is ISBN 978-1-61564-022-5 and the book retails for $14.95. Synopsis: Lather up! The Complete Idiot's Guide to … [Read more...] about The Complete Idiot’s Guide to Making Natural Soaps