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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday! I never tire of telling you about how wonderful this little weekly linking party/get together is due to all the amazing crafters that come to this little spot to share their creativity. Last week we had crafters from places like The United Kingdom, Germany, The Netherlands, Denmark, France, Muldavia, Macedonia,…
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Growing Succulents
I love succulents. So given my recent score of some new succulent cuttings it's no wonder that I couldn't even begin to clean the house when my window sill garden was looking far from delightful. And since this little spot is probably one of the spots my gaze falls upon most (as it's next to…
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Toilet Paper Tube Owls Great For A Rainy Day
I love any craft using recycled toilet paper tubes, or are they toilet paper rolls? Not sure really but in any case, if you've been saving them (as I have) then you can whip out a few and make yourself some cute owls. I thought this would be a great starting point for a little…
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Hama Bead (Perler Bead) Snowflakes
Making ornaments and decorations with Hama beads is a perfect winter activity for all ages. I even made a few of these snowflakes as I just couldn't resist! Hama beads can be used as beads in a traditional way, but their intended use is to make designs on Hama bead peg boards, and then the…
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Crocheted Skinny Scalloped Scarf
Here it is, my friends, the crocheted skinny scalloped scarf. A super project for beginners and for anybody who'd like to whip up a load of handmade gifts in the next month or so. And guess what, these scarfs may look like they're more for style than warmth, but I can attest to the fact…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday! Last week’s party was chock full of amazing crafts from around the world, from places like Italy, Poland, The Netherlands, France, Denmark, Germany, Australia, Singapore, The United States, Macedonia, and Turkey! Amazing don’t you think? And the photos are so very lovely that I’ve decided not to detract from their…
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Parental Musings: Drum Sets and Boys (and girls….)
Boys like drums. Some girls like drums. Many more boys like drums. Right? No one is offended right? It's just a fact of life, whether genetic or environmental or hormonal. That said, I had a funny parenting moment last week that I thought I'd share with you. I knew something was up when my eight…
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Holiday Table Decor: DIY Gilded Apples
DIY gilded apples are just so much fun. And they're an example of another project that you can make now and enjoy as a decorative touch until spring! Make a bunch and place them just about anywhere for a little crafty holiday touch. And of course there are so many creative ways to use them!…
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Giant Paper Flowers For Your Fall Table
Guess what? You're in luck, I do think that giant paper flowers made in cremes and neutral tones look great right about now. Imagine a little candle light, some glitter, a little something rustic, like maybe some burlap or a table runner made out of pieces of aged wood, and you've got yourself a really…
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For The Love Of Bougainvillea…….
I arrived home today just as the sun was starting to set, and realizing that I hadn't had a chance to photograph any crafty projects today, I figured I'd share with you something equally wonderful and life enhancing: blooming bougainvillea in November! A feast for the eyes that I enjoy first thing in the morning…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday! Last week’s party was the largest ever, thanks so much to all of you! Of course with so many great projects to choose from, picking the features is even more difficult! I’m sure you’ll enjoy the picks this week, there are some great projects to inspire just about every kind…
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The Mystery Succulent Has Been Identified!
A few months ago a wonderful plant loving neighbor and I went on a little trip to a little nursery in a neighboring town. We both bought an interesting succulent that I was unable to identify even after extensive research! I'm like that….I like to know the names of my plants so I can check…
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DIY Wine Glass Tea Light Holders With Doodles
Make festive DIY wine glass tea light holders to enjoy now and through the winter. They're so easy to make, and simple to whip out at a moment's notice. Candlelight is always a great way to add that extra special touch to any get together whether it be a festive gathering or a family dinner.…
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Hand Built Ceramic Platter And Cups
I have to say, I really can't believe that this ceramic platter and cups were made by me! For as long as I can remember I've wanted to learn how to make things with clay, and at long last the opportunity arose just down the street, so I jumped at it. So my friends,…
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Polymer Clay Pencil Toppers Craft For Kids
Polymer clay crafts are lots of fun, and once baked polymer clay is quite sturdy and can be used to make so many things. Aren't these sheep pencil toppers just the cutest? The one on the right is listening to his MP4! Those headphone cords are a bit fragile, but kuddos to my 9 year…
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Crocheted Rag Rug From Sheets
Crocheting rugs from recycled sheets, comforter covers and pillow cases is simple and the results are great! The rug is heavy weight and can be thrown into the washing machine for cleaning. Plus it’s just a great feeling to make a gorgeous rug from rags…..what more can I say? I actually made this rug over…
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Welcome To Craft Schooling Sunday!
Welcome to Craft Schooling Sunday! It’s so great to meet up with crafters from around the world right here, every week! Last week we had not one, but two contributors from Tokyo, the first time Japan has been represented on Craft Schooling Sunday! And interestingly enough, they both used to live in the US, and…
