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with Natalie Zee Drieu Thursday October 23, 2008
HOW TO - Make a Chipmunk Softie from a Glove
Learn how to make a chipmunk softie from an odd glove over at The Storque. The pattern comes from author Miyako Kanamor who wrote Happy Gloves: Charming Softy Friends Made from Colorful Gloves. via Whip Up.
Posted by Michelle Kempner | 7:00 AM in 101, Amigurumi and Toys, Recycle | Discuss (0)
HOW TO - Sew a Lining into a Crocheted Bag

Learn how to sew a lining into a crocheted bag with Alice from Futuregirl.... Read More
Posted by Michelle Kempner | Oct 23, 2008 06:00 AM in 101, Crochet, Sewing | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
Robot Pumpkin

Spotted in the CRAFT Flickr pool: This super fun robot Halloween pumpkin named Nebort from theresa.rohner.... Read More
Posted by Jenny Ryan | Oct 22, 2008 07:00 PM in Halloween | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
Nine-Patch Quilt Block Generator

WhipUp points us to this great online quilt pattern generator, which will randomly produce up to roughly a zillion different quilt block patterns for you. Too cool!... Read More
Posted by Jenny Ryan | Oct 22, 2008 05:00 PM in Quilting, Technology | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
Plush Cavity Teeth

In the States, lack of dental insurance is a big problem. Flickr user Sappymoosetree writes: Due to recent events it turns out I need a LOT of dental work done and a LOT of cash to do so. So... Read More
Posted by Becky Stern | Oct 22, 2008 04:00 PM in Amigurumi and Toys | Discuss (2) | TrackBack
HOW TO - Revamped IKEA Drawers

Chez Larsson revamped her boring IKEA drawers by applying a fresh coat of paint and decoupaging photos of her craft supplies to the front. Much better!... Read More
Posted by Jenny Ryan | Oct 22, 2008 03:00 PM in Home and Garden | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
Contest: Make Art From Starbucks Junk

Gareth @ MAKE writes: When I was working for Wired, we coined the term jitteratti (what the digerati become after too many cups of coffee). Caffeine and tech journalism (all journalism, for that matter) seem to go hand-in-hand. So... Read More
Posted by Becky Stern | Oct 22, 2008 02:00 PM in Contests, Paper Crafts, Refashion | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
HOW TO - Scrubby Bumpy Face Cloth

Craft Leftovers shows us how to crochet a "scrubby, bumpy face cloth", perfect for exfoliating during the dry winter months.... Read More
Posted by Jenny Ryan | Oct 22, 2008 01:00 PM in Crochet | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
My Aunt Debbie

I'm not sure how I even came across the My Aunt Debbie shop, but it's a load of fun--colorful, clever, and kitschy. Her offerings run the gamut from jewelry to clothing to housewares, with all of it made from... Read More
Posted by Jenny Ryan | Oct 22, 2008 12:00 PM in Bazaar, Green | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
Sun-Maid Raisin Girl Halloween Costume

I love this Sun-Maid Raisin Girl costume that Carol of WIP made for her daughter. With a little simple sewing, some fantastic blue rickrack, and an Etsy purchase, she was able to put together an unmistakable and unique Halloween... Read More
Posted by Rachel Hobson | Oct 22, 2008 12:00 PM in Halloween | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
Yoga for Crafters

Becky of Crafting a Green World has a 4 part series through Thursday this week on Yoga for Crafters. Learn the moves to soothe that sore neck or good stretches for your back after hours of crafting.... Read More
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu | Oct 22, 2008 10:00 AM in General | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
Photo Pumpkin Carving

Carve your own scary face! Photojojo shares their unique tutorial on photo pumpkin carving.... Read More
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu | Oct 22, 2008 08:00 AM in Digital Design and Photography, Halloween | Discuss (1) | TrackBack
Finished Paintbox Quilt and Tutorial

Elizabeth from Oh, Fransson! finished the gorgeous paintbox quilt that she has been working on and blogging about lately. The front of the quilt is made up of 64 6.5" paintbox blocks in 32 color combinations. Each block is... Read More
Posted by Michelle Kempner | Oct 22, 2008 07:00 AM in 101, Home and Garden, Quilting, Sewing | Discuss (1) | TrackBack
HOW TO - Squishy Eyeball Doorbell

Crafty Crafty has instructions for creating this squishy eyeball doorbell to creep out trick-or-treaters. It sounds like a good idea if you know where to buy a squooshy eyeball and have access to quite a few power tools.... Read More
Posted by Michelle Kempner | Oct 22, 2008 06:00 AM in 101, Halloween, Holiday projects, Home and Garden | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
The Upcyclist Party Contest from Singer & CRAFT

There's still time to enter the The Upcyclist Party Contest brought to you by SINGERĀ® Sewing Company and CRAFT Magazine. Both SINGER and CRAFT like a good party but hate to waste resources on disposable decorations that just end... Read More
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu | Oct 22, 2008 12:00 AM in Contests | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
DIY Yoda Pumpkin

Bonnie at the Star Wars Blog interviews crafter Mindy Scott who created this amazing DIY Yoda Pumpkin and includes tips on how to make your own.... Read More
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu | Oct 21, 2008 07:00 PM in Halloween | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
Need a Tech Makeover Contest Winners

Congratulations to these 3 winners of the Need a Tech Makeover Contest. Pictured above is the sheep farm of one of the winners, MV Fiber Farm. The winners are: Steps Off Broadway MV Fiber Farm Getnthruit... Read More
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu | Oct 21, 2008 05:30 PM in Contests | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
HOW TO - Bleeding Heart Pie

Spotted in the CRAFT Flickr pool: Coo-Koo-Ri-Koo shares her recipe for yummy (and only slightly sinister-looking) Bleeding Heart Pie. (Don't fret...it's just raspberries!)... Read More
Posted by Jenny Ryan | Oct 21, 2008 05:00 PM in Food | Discuss (0) | TrackBack
Pattern Changing Dress

Check out this dress with pockets for felt-tip markers that bleed out to make a colored pattern on the dress. Wash it and re-design it every time you wear it! Fernando Brizio's renewable dress at the "Flexibility: Design in... Read More
Posted by Becky Stern | Oct 21, 2008 04:00 PM in Fashion | Discuss (2) | TrackBack
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