My daughter loves working on arts and crafts projects. She enjoys painting, paper crafts, beading and drawing. She’s 11 years old and has great artistic talent. I think she gets this from my mom who is also very artsy and crafty. * Complimentary book received for review. This post contains … [Read more...] about Mini Chibi Art Class – A Complete Course in Drawing Cuties & Beasties
Crafts and Hobbies
Hand-Painted Flip-Flops Design River Rocks
My 10 1/2 year old granddaughter enjoys various arts and crafts. During our weekend visit we headed into my craft room to paint a few river rocks. She's a big flip-flop wearer during the warmer months of the year and commented that 2 of the rocks were shaped like her favorite pair. … [Read more...] about Hand-Painted Flip-Flops Design River Rocks
Kid’s Crafts – Painted Seashells Fall and Winter Designs
We enjoy collecting seashells off of the beach when down at our summer house. We use the shells to decorate our home, yard & garden areas...and we use them in craft projects too! Over the years we've made Christmas ornaments, paper weights, refrigerator magnets, garden yard art, door wreaths, … [Read more...] about Kid’s Crafts – Painted Seashells Fall and Winter Designs
Conch, Whelk and Seashell Cleaning Tips
Last month we headed down to North Wildwood in New Jersey for some much needed rest and relaxation. Every time we go down I take along my "shelling kit" so that we can go shelling while we're there. One of the best areas for shelling is in North Wildwood on the beach behind the Hereford Inlet … [Read more...] about Conch, Whelk and Seashell Cleaning Tips
Kid’s Crafts – Painted Seashells Spring and Summer Designs
We enjoy collecting seashells off of the beach when down at our summer house. We use the shells to decorate our home, yard & garden areas...and we use them in craft projects too! Over the years we've made Christmas ornaments, paper weights, refrigerator magnets, garden yard art, door wreaths, … [Read more...] about Kid’s Crafts – Painted Seashells Spring and Summer Designs
Sayings & Expressions Stained Glass Patterns by Anna Croyle
This all-new, original collection of stained glass patterns presents familiar sayings and sentiments, from messages as simple as "Family is Forever" and "Choose Joy" to timeless sayings such as "Home Sweet Home" and "Live, Love, Laugh." In addition to 40 panels for stained-glass makers to re-create, … [Read more...] about Sayings & Expressions Stained Glass Patterns by Anna Croyle
Cat in My Pocket Embroidery Ten Purrfect Projects Book by Hiroko Kubota
Cat in My Pocket Embroidery is a delightful book for cat fanciers, embroiderers, and anyone wanting to make a unique fashion statement. Hiroko Kubota kicked off a viral sensation with images of the unique embroidered cat shirts that she created for her son. Her online postings captured international … [Read more...] about Cat in My Pocket Embroidery Ten Purrfect Projects Book by Hiroko Kubota
Upcycle Old Greeting Cards into New To and From Gift Tags
How many of you save the greeting cards that you receive? I do! I store all of them in a plastic box in my craft room. I like to use them for various craft projects throughout the year. You can use those old greeting cards to make bookmarks, new greeting cards, refrigerator magnets, postcards, to … [Read more...] about Upcycle Old Greeting Cards into New To and From Gift Tags