Tuesday, August 24, 2010

10 craft blogs to bookmark - Grand Rapids Arts and Crafts | Examiner.com

10 craft blogs to bookmark - Grand Rapids Arts and Crafts | Examiner.com


Get out your glue gun and check out these crafty websites full of project tutorials and inspiration.
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10 craft blogs to bookmark

  • August 23rd, 2010 2:59 pm ET
  • By Rhonda Rowley, Grand Rapids Arts and Crafts Examiner
The internet is a treasure trove of information on every topic imaginable, and crafts are no exception.  One of the best sources of craft info on the net is a vast network of craft blogs.  Here are 10 favorites to add to your bookmarks file, or better yet, subscribe!
Dollar Store Crafts
There are dozens of dollar stores in the Grand Rapids area.  Use your dollar store finds to create all kinds of fabulous projects, from extremely fashionable to purely functional.
Craft Fail
Sometimes you learn more from your crafty mistakes than from your successes; the same goes for the failures of others.  Users are invited to share their own craft-related horror stories as well.
Dude Craft
Paul Overton takes a look at the manly side of crafting.  If your idea of fun involves the use of power tools, this is the place for you.
Make It Do
This blog is about living the DIY life, from crafts to cooling to household cleaning and more.  The archives include many wonderful kids craft projects as well.
Craftzine Blog
The online sister of the can't-live-without-it print version, the Craftzine blog covers all aspects of the crafty world.  Whether you're looking for artist profiles, inspiration, or project tutorials, Craftzine is full of fabulous gems from around the web.
Crafty Crafty
If you seek crafty how-to guides, knitting patterns and information, and DIY fashion, Crafty Crafty will suit your needs.  The tutorials include a wide variety of craft disciplines.
Craft Gossip
Stay up-to-date with all of the latest craft giveaways, techniques, and ideas with the Craft Gossip blog.  From kids crafts to advanced techniques, they showcase a little bit of everything crafty.
Whip Up
Tutorials, tutorials, tutorials!  Whip up is an incredible collection of original craft projects for all skill levels, all with a whimsical touch.
CraftStylish
If wearable creations are your thing, CraftStylish is an excellent resource for fashionable craft projects.  Learn everything you ever wanted to know about fiber arts, from beginner to advanced levels.
Finding Fabulous
With a focus on design, the Finding Fabulous blog is full of inspirational DIY projects for your home decor.  From refinishing furniture to creating custom accessories, learn how to spruce up your rooms DIY style.

Wednesday, August 4, 2010

Some more Earrings...

Skirt for me !

I like the colors Black & White... I bought this beautiful print in Fabricwarehouse , Rahway store.I made a skirt (for my Rhode Island Trip)with three tier ... middle tier has three partitions