Friday, July 30, 2010

Preserve Your Child’s Artwork with Embroidery

February 21, 2010 by Marie Benesh  
Filed under A weekend, All Crafts, Intermediate, Needlework

Preserve Your Child’s Artwork with Embroidery

Embroidered Tote or Pillow Many of us have boxes and stacks of artwork our children bring home from school that we cherish and want to save. My sons are fully grown and I still of boxes of their primary school drawings. Here’s an idea for preserving those memories, and if your children are still [...]

Painting on Paper – Corrugated Cardboard Roses

Painting on Paper – Corrugated Cardboard Roses

Corrugated cardboard flower impressions are uber easy. All you need is a rolled piece of currugated cardboard (pictured) and a little paint.

Simple Card Ideas = a lotta love for Valentines Day

Simple Card Ideas = a lotta love for Valentines Day

Before you run to the store for a stash of pre-printed stock cards, check out your stash of paper craft supplies and use simple items to craft a quick, and “pretty” Valentines Day card.

Knit and Crochet for Valentine’s Day

Knit and Crochet for Valentine’s Day

Knit or crochet a heart for Valentine’s Day!

Valentine’s Day Charm Bracelet

February 6, 2010 by cchant  
Filed under All Crafts, Beads, Beginner, Inspiration, Under an hour

Valentine’s Day Charm Bracelet

A simple Valentine’s Day beaded charm bracelet makes a great gift for yourself or a friend. It is also a quick project, and perfect if you are new to beading. The main techniques used are making wire loops and working with jump rings.