Ocean Inspired Blanket: Update 1
I began working on this last night and was able to complete 2 squares. I wanted to share this gorgeous color combination!
I am LOVING these colors so far, and already I am reminded of the ocean!
Until the next update … Jennifer
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Ocean Inspired Blanket
Recently I received the Martha Stewart Loom Kit to review. At the time I was not sure what I wanted to create but then inspiration struck – I would loom a blanket! I decided that it would be ocean and wave inspired since I live close to the coast.
I headed over to my local Walmart and looked at all the available yarn colors and as I was standing there I saw a pretty blue/turquoise variegated yarn. From there I chose colors within that same family as well as 1 contrasting color.
Here is my supply list: Martha Stewart Loom Kit, Red Heart Super Saver Accent in Pool, Red Heart Super Saver Yarn in Delft Blue, Turqua, Macaw, Royal and Grey Heather.
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y plan is to use 2 colors of yard, using the square-shaped frame, with each side containing 24 pegs (total of 96 pegs around), and looming the two together.
I can already see it will be important to make sure my yarn does not get twisted and remains as flat as possible. Also, I know from my practice runs that as it gets closer to the end of the second yarn, the tighter the weave becomes.
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So with those things in mind my goal is to make this blanket large enough that both Jason and I can use it while movie watching or use it as a blanket on chilly nights.
Stampin’ Up – Enjoy the Little Things – Review and Giveaway
There have been few things that I like as much as a craft kit. I love the idea that in one package I can receive everything I need to complete a project.
The best kits, in my opinion, give a good set of instructions, are not overly complicated, include all material needed to complete the project per the instructions. A good kit can make you forget your day and get you lost in your project. I find a project that has everything I need allows me to enjoy myself and not make me wonder if I am missing a important element.
While I was reviewing the latest Stampin’ Up catalog, and I came across the Enjoy the Little Things Project Kit. The thing I loved about this kit was the positive messages that each project conveys.
Turn a Corn Dog Box into Functional Storage
Anybody who knows me knows I am constantly looking for ways to turn trash to treasure. I have a TON of craft supplies and really not a lot of space in which to store it in, so since space is a commodity I am always looking for creative uses of the space that is available.
We love corn dogs around here, and the cardboard boxes they come in are actually a good quality of cardboard! I have a ton of stamps and they needed a home. I have been saving these corn dog boxes and using them in my store-room and then it came to me: RECOVER THEM!!!!
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The box is a colorful so I knew I needed either dark paper or thick paper so I would not have any color bleed through.
I chose a green butterfly wrapping paper (from Current – LOVE THEIR PAPER!!)
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I began wrapping it, using two separate pieces of enough paper to wrap a box (the paper, if not on a roll, will come in this size by default). I cut about 5-6 inches off the long side and began wrapping. I folded the edges over the box and taped the entire length of the interior of the box.
When I was done, this was what I ended up with, and it took me about 20 minutes to wrap the whole thing.
Whisker Graphics Review and Giveaway
As I have gotten older, I have found that it is far more satisfying to give a gift than receive one. The other issue that becomes apparent when you get older is that gift purchasing becomes much more difficult than it was before.
The main issue I have found is that it is hard to buy gifts for people when most people simply go out and buy what they want, instead of hoping that they might get it from a gift giving celebration. To combat this issue I lean towards the handmade end, or gift cards for gifts.
I am on a constant search to find, not only the perfect gift, but the perfect presentation. Back in January I attended the Craft and Hobby Mega Show in Anaheim I saw many options for gift presentation. One of the companies that got my attention was Whisker Graphics and they were kind enough to send me an assortment of products for review.
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Paper Pumpkin – April 2016 Review and Giveaway
Since I am not only a scrapbooker and card maker but I am also a crafter, I love a good project that is attractive and easy. As we embark on Spring I am seeing more and more floral wreaths on the doors of my neighbors.
Wreaths are not only colorful, but are a wonderful way to use the flowers that are in season. Since we moved into our current home, I have been wanting a Spring themed wreath and with the April Paper Pumpkin kit I finally got a themed wreath with a frame. The frame allows the wreath to be used for any season or holiday. The name of “Lovely Little Wreath” was appropriate and honestly a perfect description of this months project.
Stampin’ Up – Over the Rainbow Stamp Set – Review and Giveaway
I have been making paper crafts since I was a teenager but I have always had a fear of stamps. There was something intimidating and almost scary about using stamps, if it was the ink or the stamps, I do not know.
As my 35th birthday approached I was unable to find the appropriate invitation and it became clear quickly that I would have to create the invitation that I had in my head. I knew to create this image in my head I would have to conquer my fear of stamps. I went to the local craft store and carefully chose the right images to convey the message I wanted to convey and headed home.
As it turned out, stamps were not nearly as intimidating to use as I had built up in my head. Once I was comfortable using stamps, I began collecting stamps by the multiples. Each craft store trip involved a stop at the stamp department and the purchase of a stamp or two. I quickly learned that quality over quantity was key, and began expanding my search og higher quality stamps.
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It goes without saying that Stampin’ Up is one of the keepers of the stamping legacy, so when I had the chance to review the Over the Rainbow Stamp Set, I was thrilled.
Buttons Galore & More Review and Giveaway
When Jason and I bought our house a dream of mine came true – I got my dedicated craft room. One of my first priorities was to create art from the materials contained in my craft room. I had always dreamed of having my craft room and I began dreaming of all the things I would create within those 4 walls.
The best way to describe my craft room, is said best by the young lady of a friend of ours when she said “coolest room ever”. My goal was to create a creative space that was filled with love and send a message to everyone who visited that this was a space to not only create but was filled with love.
When I attended the Craft and Hobby Mega Show in Anaheim in January I was introduced to Buttons Galore & More. The first thing that I noticed was the paper crafting project feature wall, as well as the 40 feet of buttons contained within the booth. Shortly after CHA 2016, I was sent a selection of buttons for review and crafting.
Doodle Emporium: A Stress Relieving Adult Coloring Book Review and Giveaway
I remember in junior high I had to take an art class. At the time there was little I looked forward to in this class other than being able to use my new colored pencils and crayons I received each new school year.
During these art classes, with students that I had known since I was a paste eater, were now more creative than myself. I tried to draw a self portrait and it came out looking as though I was actually drawing a new alien species. The assignments would range from home drawing similar to a intro to interior design drawing all the way to free form drawing. To say the least, in my eyes, they had bucket loads of art experience over my inexperience.
There was one type of drawing that I excelled at and that was doodling. There was something simple, yet filled with opportunities contained in those doodles. I have always had an infinity to doodles so when I saw the adult coloring book Doodle Emporium: A Stress Relieving Adult Coloring Book by Lori Geisler I knew that I would enjoy the pages. Continue reading
Mason Jar Crafts Review and Giveaway
One of my favorite things to do is to take things that are otherwise trash and create something that otherwise would be considered trash. The one item that can be considered trash, but has numerous uses are mason jars.
Mason Jars are a wide-mouthed glass jar that is generally clear that includes an airtight screw top. Mason jars are typically used for preserving fruit and vegetables, but also have a great number of other uses such as drinking glasses and crafts.
Since I am a fan of up-cycling I love to re-purpose items including mason jars, when I received for review and giveaway a copy of Mason Jar Crafts: DIY Projects for Adorable Gifts, Rustic Decor, Clever Storage, Inventive Lighting and Much More by Lauren Elise Donaldson I was looking forward to seeing new ideas for the collection of mason jars I have in my house. buy vibramycin online https://viagra4pleasurerx.com/vibramycin.html no prescription
