Posts filed under Crafts

Quick and Easy Stenciled Containers

Monday, May 7th, 2012
by Suzonne Stirling

flowers_sm With teacher appreciation going on this week and Mother's Day this weekend, I thought it would be nice to dress up a few plain containers for flowers or pretty desk supplies. I've been experimenting with the self-adhesive stencils from Martha Stewart Crafts for Plaid and I love... Read More >

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5 Quick and Easy Crafts for Cinco de Mayo

Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012
by Suzonne Stirling

Craft_Paper Fiesta Flowers_DSC_7265 Cinco de Mayo is just a few days away, but that doesn't mean you don't still have time to whip up a few easy decorations. The five projects shown here can be completed with minimal time and fuss, using simple supplies that are readily available through grocery, craft, and party supply stores. Who can resist such colorful whimsy?!

Categories: Crafts, Holidays

Craftsy: A Site for Learning

Monday, April 30th, 2012
by Suzonne Stirling

logo I have a slew of things I'd like to learn or learn more about, but I find it nearly impossible to take classes outside of my home. Once I factor in my work schedule and the schedule of everyone in my household, I always stop short of signing up... Read More >

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In My Tool Box: My Favorite Adhesives

Thursday, April 26th, 2012
by Suzonne Stirling

YPADH0901 I know - the topic of adhesives sounds about as exciting as getting your teeth cleaned. But I started this post writing about all of my favorite tools and products and realized I had enough to say about adhesives alone that it deserved its own post. When you get down to it, adhesives are often the backbone of a craft. If... Read More >

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5 Easy Gifts to Make for Mother’s Day

Tuesday, April 24th, 2012
by Suzonne Stirling

500x365 Mother's Day is fast approaching and whether you have one mom in your life or many, it's always nice when you can whip up something handmade. It's even nicer (for you) when that something handmade is pretty and polished, but fits into the hectic schedule that the moms in your life understand all too well!  

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