I have received applications from so many wonderful vendors for this years Bloomin Earth show, and i cant wait for you to see … here is a quick sneak peek…
(click on the photos to visit their website)
Penela’s Earth
Dashe Designs
Kiki Creation
Sarah Apple
Glossy Glass
Pretty Bird!
This Little Bird
Fani Song
My Girl Thursday
SallyGirl Designs
Rock On Accessories
Kuku Caju
GreenBaby
Mr. Skona
Categories: artist profile · bloomin earth · clothing · handmade · housewares · on you
The man went shopping for my valentine’s gift today. these are some of the things that were on my “helpful list for the man”… and called me 2 hours into it stating he couldnt find anything under $100. “thats right.” i said. “what i want cannot be found at the mall!”
do something different this year and find something sweet, unique and totally handmade for the love of your life. even if you dont care for this particular holiday, show yourself how much you care about… you.
Fat lady sings notebook $25 from grrraphics
Vintage Looking Roses + Hearts Box $12 from Enfantjolie
Seduction Soap $4.25 from Sweet+Tranquil
Raku Heart Pendant $9.99 from Martha Lynn
Dry Erase Memo Board (perfect for leaving little love notes) $6.50 from BlackLilyPie
Pretty in Pink Ring $12 from The Ardent Sparrow
Hugs + Kisses Long Sleeve Baby Tee $15 from PotatoPatch
Owl Snap Pouch $13 from The Needlings
Hedgehogs in Love $20 from Beneath the Rowan Tree
Live, Laugh, Love $15 from Leather Made Nice
Would You Love Me Cufflinks $25 from Block Party Press
Red Button Earrings $3.50 from 5 and Under
Peace Rose Necklace $35 from ForTheCrossJewelry
“Edward Has My Heart” Pendant $15 from Beaddifferent
Diamonds in the Rough, Wrapped Ring $95 from Kate Szabone
Rainbow Love $50 from InBloom Designs
Arrow Necklace $17 from Greenerica
what tells them best that you think of them everyday, every moment?
think love… not just lovely.
Categories: on you · recycled art · valentines day
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Categories: artist profile · on you · shopping · stationary
This is the only holiday that is immediately followed by another equally huge holiday. You have 7 days of breathing room to relax, clean up the house… and then smack-wham another celebration.
If you have found yourself with a little extra time, and are dying to add your personal handmade touch to your new years attire, check these out….
all photos and links from Burdastyle.com
Categories: Tutorials · christmas · clothing · handmade · holidays · on you · recycled holiday
Im a little addicted to jewelry that goes bling bling, yet i rather have it hanging on the wall in my bedroom, than actually wear it. My daughter is completely the opposite. She makes it a goal to wear every piece at the same time. Rather than buy her a bulk of dollarstore accessories, we are going to make them ourselves.
Dough Pendants
(Click on Photos to see tutorials)
Dough Faces from Art Attack
This is a fabulous tutorial showing you how to add the facial details, at a level kids will understand.
We used this concept, but added a hole in the top around the forehead so we can string it on a necklace. Another option would be to make the face about an an inch thick (and smaller in diameter) and stick a paperclip into the top so only the loop of the paper clip is showing, to use as a hook.
Here are a few other Salt Dough recipes:
Creative Clay :: Toddler Moms Modeling Dough Recepies
1 cup cornstarch
2 cups baking soda (1 LB.. package)
1 1/4 cups cold waterStir starch and soda together. Mix in cold water and stir over heat until mixture has consistency of mashed potatoes. Turn onto a plate and cover with a damp cloth until cool enough to handle. Then knead. Use immediately or store in an air-tight container. This dough has a smooth consistency. It is good for ornaments, modeling, or pottery. It can be rolled thin and cut with cookie cutters. Dries at room temperature in 3 days. Or dry in a 200 degree oven
This dough is a smoother clay like material and the heating helps bond the ingredients together. If you simply mix you may get cracks in your decorations when they dry.
Jewelry Dough :: Toddler Moms Modeling Dough Recepies
1/2 cup flour
1/3 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup salt
1/3 cup warm waterMix ingredients together. Add warm water gradually until the mixture can be kneaded into a stiff dough. If the dough is sticky, dust with dry flour.
Yarn Bracelet :: Kids Craft Weekly.
(Click on Photos to see tutorials)
Photo from Kids Craft Weekly :: issue 57
You can also use long pieces of scrap fabric, ribbons or even coloured plastic bags.
In addition…. I recommend subscribing to the Kids Craft newsletter by visiting the Kids Craft Weekly website, or check out the past issues. For more fun, check out the Kids Craft Weekly Flickr photo pool!
The next tutorial i found might be for the older children, as you do have to roll the paper really tight to create the bead.
Paper Beads :: Being Natasha Fialkov
(Click on Photos to see tutorials)
From Being Natasha Fialkov :: paper bead tutorial
I used to make beads like this for hours in my parents basement (yah its true i didnt get out much. just to creative–not pathetic) I was into using household material back then too, using flour glue instead of the expensive kinds. But any glue will work (see the last post on differnt glue types)
another trick is to coat each bead with resin (as natasha shows you) or wrap with beads and wire once dried… to add a little something extra. wow im ready to craft RIGHT NOW!! I think my daughter and i will do this one tonight…
i have to add… i just discovered the Art Attack website and im in love. So many activities, such amazing lessons. Saying “I love it” just doesnt express my emotions enough!
Categories: Living Green · Tutorials · on you · recycled art
I know its too beautiful outside to think about this today –17degrees in November… woah!! but my office is still chilly. And because im sure the freezing cold chill will sneak up on us all in no time. Actually, I have been in need of some sweaters for some time, but since i like them long in the arms and body and slim fitting too i have struggled through many many failed thrift shopping trips. So i decided to make some myself. i mean, why not. (and its been a while since i offered a tutorial too) Once again this isn’t from my own head, although i am planning on reusing an old oversized sweatshirt as the fabric….
If you join the BurdaStyle website you will have access to free patterns you can print right from your home computer. You are required to then peice together the pages, but i think they are numbered or lettered (its been a while since i used their site)
Here are some of my favorites.
(after you have signed up for their site, click on the links below, choose either print at home or instructions to get started)
(Hooded Pullover Amy 6028 or Zipup Cardigan Amin 6029)
Plain Shrug Sarah or Shrug w/Collar Ester
… but then i found more …
Wide Sleeve Blouse Emily and Vest Dress Laura
and lastly… if i had a prom to go to (if i had been this smart back then) I would wear this…
Heidi Prom Dress
…. Maybe the next Reclaimed Craft Show will be a PROM theme. OOooh i have a collection of ‘beautiful’ ideas a spinning in my head..
payphone button cufflinks!! from 19moons
Repurposed leopard print scarf!! from ChiChiDee
handcast resin pendants, from Deanna Burasco
Lichen earrings, from Stir Designs
from Recycled Rings
antique pill bottle necklace, from Marinarios
scrabble tile + paper ring, from Its All About The Print
WOW!! Twig Bracelets of solid sterling silver cast from molds of real twigs, from Stratus Silver
Categories: Artists · on you · recycled art
Make a Fastinator
Make Fabric Oragami
Make a Mock Tuxedo Bib
Make a Ruffled Party Necklace
Make Silk Flowers
Make an Osman Tie
