Making armor is an art form all of its own, but Jeff de Boer‘s is an art form for a different reason. His armor is designed for cats and mice–not literally for them to wear, but more in the … Read More ...
Etsy Shop of the Week – Running Withe Scissors
Monday means it’s time for the Etsy Shop of the Week. This week’s featured shop is Running Withe Scissors. Running Withe Scissors creator Barbara has been sharing her love of paper and scrapbooking with others for 35 years and … Read More ...
12 Lessons for Selling at Shows and Fairs – Resin Obsession
This is an older post, but I love sharing this kind of thing when I find it in case anyone missed it initially. Resin Obsession blogged about the 12 lessons learned from selling jewelry at art shows and craft fairs… Read More ...
Creatures From El – Ellen Jewett
Usually, when I’m writing a post, picking an image is the easy part. But when I saw Ellen Jewett’s Creatures From El, I knew that picking a favorite image to share with you was going to be the hardest … Read More ...
Valentines Gilded Hearts Notebook – Hazel and Agnes
Sometimes (and only sometimes) chocolate is not the best gift to give for Valentines day. Sometimes, it’s good to give something useful, pretty, and not gone the next day, like this gilded hearts notebook from Hazel and Agnes. You … Read More ...
Glowheart – ElectronicGirlGifts
Valentines Day approaches and if you’re looking for something personal, with a little glow to it, then you need to check out Electronic Girl Gifts. The shop focuses on what artist AnnMarie calls “techno-crafting”, crafting that incorporates technology to … Read More ...
Etsy Shop of the Week – SammysGrammy
Alright folks, it’s Monday! And that means another Etsy Shop of the Week. This week’s featured seller is SammysGrammy. I know a lot of crafters out there–myself included–love Anthropologie. And SammysGrammy artist Rita draws her inspiration from that love … Read More ...
Rosebud Fairy Lights – Just Crafty Enough
I admit, I don’t know who decided fairy lights were a thing. I do know, I’d like to hug them. Especially after seeing so many fabulous projects using fairy lights! Like these fantastic rosebud fairy lights thought up by Just … Read More ...
DIY Felt Macarons – Kittenhood
Winter has arrived in full around my part of the world. It’s dark, dreary, and freezing cold and I’m desperately seeking all things pastel and adorable. Like macarons. Light, fluffy, available in pale pink and mint green. Better yet, these … Read More ...
I Heart Art Valentines Online Craft Workshop – Punk Projects
Now that the first rush of January/new year inspiration has waned, I often find myself wondering what to craft. If you’re like me and could use a little inspiration, one of the best ways is to take a class like … Read More ...
Robot iPhone Dock – Valliswood
If you liked the wooden Lego minifig from last week, then you’ve got to check out the incredible work of Valliswood. Valliswood creates one of a kind mobile phone docks out of beautiful pieces of wood. Most of his … Read More ...
Etsy Shop of the Week – MaeMaeMills
This weeks featured Etsy Shop is MaeMaeMills. MaeMaeMills is a shop chock full of fun, feminine jewelry, made by artist Megan Milliken. Just flipping through the shop listings like this Hot Pink and Black Bow Necklace makes me smile. … Read More ...
Wooden Lego Minifig – Thibaut Malet
Wooden toys have a sort of vintage nostalgia to them, but Thibaut Malet‘s Art Toy Project takes that nostalgia to new levels by creating precise wooden replicas of the popular Lego mini figurines. How cool is that? The project, … Read More ...
Personalized Tea Bags – Etcetorize
I treasure my daily cups of tea, but I’ve got to admit it’d be nice if my tea declared its love and belief in me as often as I do it. Thanks to Etcetorize and this tutorial on how to … Read More ...
Indie Business – Paper Diamonds Clothing Co.
There are certain things Pacific Northwesterners treasure–good coffee, good music, entrepreneurs, and good, comfortable clothes. Paper Diamonds Clothing Co. falls squarely into two of those categories. The indie company creates quality screen printed tees, beanies, and sweatshirts as well … Read More ...