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Weekend Crafty Roundup

February 14, 2011 By Leave a Comment
chocolate glitter hearts cupcakes

It’s been a little warmer here the last few days! I’m hoping the warming trend will continue for at least a few more days! I’m sure it won’t stay warm too long, it is still only February, and Ohio…

This weekend I have some fun crafty links to entertain you, keep you warm on those cold winter nights, and a little sweet for your Valentine. I hope you enjoy checking out the links as much as I did!

Eileen – The Artful Crafter
Eileen has some tips – learned from painful personal experience – about how to take care of your muse.

Black and White Afghan
Cherie is making a black and white afghan to help with those chilly nights.

Beading Arts
Cyndi has written the promised tutorial on making beaded buttons with watch faces…fun!

Valentine’s Day Cupcakes!
A last minute cupcake idea for your sweetie or Valentine’s Day party.

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Arts and Crafts Roundup Wishing for an Early Spring Edition

February 9, 2011 By Leave a Comment
knitting and beading

I’m behind again posting the weekly craft roundup links! It was a crazy weekend, after a crazy snowy icy week. That’s my story and I’m sticking to it! Now I’m just ready for Spring! Hopefully it will be here in a few weeks.

Here are just a few great links to tide you over through the week. I hope you enjoy them as much as I did.

Eileen – The Artful Crafter
Here’s a peek behind the scenes as The Artful Crafter debuts on Creative Mojo with Mark Lipinski.

Beading Arts
The Bead Journal Project is starting up again for its fourth year! Check out what Cyndi has decided to make each month…

Crocheted Pot Holder
Cherie ponders how many people have crochet and knitting skills these days.

Are you working on any mid winter arts or crafts projects?

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End Of January Crafty Links

January 29, 2011 By Leave a Comment
robot valentines day

I can’t believe it’s almost the end of January already! C’mon spring! Actually just a little warmer weather would be nice. I wouldn’t really want to skip February (as long as I could spend it somewhere warm).

I have some fun crafty links to share with you this weekend. I hope you enjoy checking them all out as much as I did.

Mixed Media Picture Experiment Love this! Cherie tries to change the look of a painting using mixed media techniques.

Creative Dreamer
The first two hearts in a series of six… just in time for Valentine’s Day. And the best part? They’re for you! (More freebies!!!)

Beading Arts
Cyndi put the finishing touches on her beaded postcards!

Eileen – The Artful Crafter
Have you ever crafted by camp light? Come on a crafting adventure with Eileen.

Robot Treat Bag
This little robot would be cute for a robot birthday party, or to hold your Valentine’s Day cards.

Do you have any crafty plans for this weekend?

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Valentine’s Day Ideas Crafty Roundup

January 22, 2011 By 1 Comment
valentines day card

This weekend’s arts and craft roundup features some great ideas for Valentine’s Day, from craft ideas for kids, to craft ideas for adults, and ideas to make Valentine’s day cards for that special someone. There are also beaded postcards, and a doodle calendar to start your year.

Valentine’s Day Cards
Cherie shows you how to make simple cards with paint, grocery bags, and scrapbook paper.

Valentine’s Crafts at The Artful Crafter
Come one: come all. See The Artful Crafter Parade of Valentine Crafts.

Beaded Postcards
Beaded objects don’t always have to be wearable. How about some beaded postcards?

Doodle Calendar
It’s a last call! The 2011 Doodle Calendar is available for just a bit longer… and it’s FREE for everyone. Be sure to get your copy before February 1!

Valentine’s Day Craft Ideas For Kids
Fun ideas for children to make for Valentine’s Day

Good luck on your Valentine’s Day projects. I hope you found a little inspiration here. Have a great weekend!

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Crafty Blogger Roundup~ Snow Everywhere Edition

January 12, 2011 By Leave a Comment
paper dolls scrapbook page

Is it snowing where you live? It seems to be snowing in most of the US right now, except maybe Hawaii!

I’m wayyy behind posting the craft roundup this week! I completely forgot to get it together this weekend!

Here are some warm craft ideas for a cold winter’s day.

Bead Embroidery~ Here’s an idea for bead embroidery that bead weavers will absolutely love!

Earring Craft~ Eileen made some lovely earrings from a kit by Tammy Powley and dubbed it “A Kit that Delivers”.

Everyday Paper Dolls Scrapbook Ideas ~Check out these ideas for using the Paper Dolls Cricut cartridge.

Honest Doc … A humorous story with painting and wool.

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Crafty Christmas Gift Ideas Roundup

December 19, 2010 By Leave a Comment
pine cone garland

Looking for some crafty gift ideas this holiday season, or something to give that crafty person on your Christmas list? Check out a few of these fun ideas from some of my crafty blogger friends:

Creative Dreamer
Shows you how to make a really cute gift idea a Christmas Nail ornament from an old nail.

Beading Arts
How about an entire month of fast and easy tutorials for handmade jewelry gifts?

Gifts for Your Favorite Crafter
Gift ideas to buy for that crafty person on your list.

Eileen – The Artful Crafter
Come join The Artful Crafter Christmas Parade of Crafts. Pssst … don’t miss the fabulous freebies at the end of the parade.

Pine Cone Craft Ideas
A list of 12 fun pine cone craft ideas kids can make, and they’d make great handmade gifts!

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Artsy Blogger Roundup~ Heading Into the Holidays

November 21, 2010 By Leave a Comment
pine cone craft peacock ornament

I can’t believe Thanksgiving is coming up already this week! The weather’s been mild, and even fairly warm the last few weeks, so the holidays crept up on me fast. This weekend I have links to share for Thanksgiving and Christmas crafts, along with some other fun stuff you can do all year round.

I hope you enjoy checking out the links as much as I did.

Craftpaper Turkey Card
A quick and easy homemade Thanksgiving card that uses up your leftover craft paper.

CreativeDreamer
I was asked if I could create a tutorial for a repurposed book like the journal I did… so, I created on… part 1 is here.

Teen Lingo
The TopTen Words I heard from my teen daughter and their meanings

Beading Arts
Cyndi currently has TWO fabulous giveaways going on: Acculon beading wire and a Murano glass pendant!

Eileen – The Artful Crafter
Here’s a cute tote idea incorporating a sticker embellishment made of cardboard and coated with epoxy. Yes, just plain cardboard!

Pine Cone Peacock Ornament
A fun Christmas craft you can make with the kids, then hang on the tree as a keepsake ornament.


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Artsy Blogger Weekend Roundup

November 14, 2010 By 1 Comment
rainbow

I hope your weekend went well. It flew by here! We did have a beautiful double rainbow over out house last night. You can’t really see the second rainbow in the photos, but it was fabulous.

I hope you enjoy the rainbows, and the weekend artsy blogger links below.

Homemade Recipe Gift Ideas
Creative ways to share your favorite recipes with family this holiday.

Eileen – The Artful Crafter
When the going gets tough; the tough get going. Have you thought of making a bit of extra money by crafting in your spare time? Read Eileen’s advice to “worried mom” Gina.

CreativeDreamer
A book, repurposed into a journal… and, it’s the November give away! Come see!

Beading Arts
Registration has just opened for next year’s Bead Journal Project! Don’t get left behind!

20 Sweet Thanksgiving Treat Ideas
A roundup of fun Thanksgiving treats your kids will love.

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Artsy Blogger Roundup~ It’s November Already?

November 2, 2010 By 1 Comment
Thanksgiving Turkey Treat-2

I’m behind yet again getting this posted! I can’t believe it’s November already. Thanksgiving and Christmas are both right around the corner. Are you ready for the holidays? I have to say I’m always excited for the holidays to get here, but this year I’m feeling rushed already. There’s been sooo much going on. There’s usually a break between summer and the holiday rush, but this year it seems like things have been non stop.

I do have some wonderful crafty (and foodie) links to share with you this week. Hopefully I can get back on track and post these on time next week! We’ll see! Enjoy!

  • Six Sayings ~Just some fun hand written fonts and sayings
  • Beading Arts~ Cyndi just finished a 45 hour project that reused antique steel cut seed beads…and some steel buttons!
  • Cthulhu Ski Mask and Mittens~ A crocheted Halloween costume for the geek or H.P. Lovecraft fan in your life.
  • Creative Dreamer~ Cookies are one of the simple pleasures in life… and when you can “remake” a recipe to make it your own, it can be lots of fun… come see what I did to alter a recipe, and its name, to create my own version.
  • Eileen – The Artful Crafter~ There are various options for printing greeting cards onto glossy photo paper. Here are some money-saving tips from Eileen.
  • Rice Krispy Treat Turkey~ These are fun to make, and they’re sure to be a hit at your Thanksgiving party.


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Artsy Blogger Weekend Roundup~ A Little Late Edition

October 25, 2010 By Leave a Comment
gourd centerpiece

Today I have a fun arts and crafts roundup to share, with plenty of fall fun thrown in. I planned to post this yesterday, but we had to go to a last minute family gathering, so I’m running a little behind! I hope you enjoy these crafty ideas as much as I have!

Beading Arts
Are you interested in adding found objects to your bead embroidery? Cyndi has just released the fourth chapter of her e-book, which shows you how to go wild!

CreativeDreamer
Last week I shared the October Creativity Invitation Prompt… this week I am sharing what I have created for mail art, that is also the October give away! Come see… you may win!

Eileen – The Artful Crafter
Calling all totes! Eileen is looking for tote bag decorating examples. If you need some inspiration first, watch the video on how to make a recycled tote bag.

Halloween Birds
Halloween birds go trick-or-tweeting. This is such a fun time of year to decorate yourself!

She Plans Parties
Use gourds for inexpensive fall party decorations

Yip Yip Costume
Making a Seasame Street Inspired Costume for a Big Kid

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