Amy Butler “Sew Inspiring” contest
Hey kiddles! Make sure to check out the CRAFT blog for all the details on a contest they’re running with sewing guru Amy Butler. Here’s the quick lowdown: “We’re excited…
QVC and a papercraft fair?!
Ok, I admit it- I watch QVC. Where else can I buy a Kitchenaid hand mixer for $50?! I was flipping through TV this morning while getting ready for work…
Valentine playing card decorations
I wrote about this for Thing-a-Day, but I’ve been saving the details for Handmade Detroit! Nothing too complicated here. I think I never realized playing cards were so versatile, especially…
It’s Super Bowl day, grr!
I’m not going to lie- not the biggest Super Bowl fan. So what have I been doing today? Crafting- surprise! Here’s my set-up for the game. Are you guys football…
Thing-a-Day and Detroiters
Hey kids! It’s Feb. 2- who’s signed up for Thing-A-Day?! Amy and I have already been posting our projects, but we’d love to know who else from Detroit, and the…
Make a Thing-a-day in February
You still have a day to register for the Thing-a-day challenge. Participants pledge to make something for every day in February and then post it online. More details and registration…
Why do you craft?
Thanks to everyone for some really great insight, on both sides, on our post dealing with how consumerism and crafting mix. Keep it going! Over on Stephanie’s personal blog, she…
How to: A home for your necklaces.
Handmade Detroiter Bethany posted this nifty tutorial on constructing functional necklace art recently. I’m hoping she wasn’t in cahoots with Lish to post this more fully here. But I really…
Product review: Martha Stewart Photo Frame Kit
Photo snapped before peeling. This is what I get for buying something on clearance. I keep buying these Martha Stewart craft kits to review hoping that the quality control will…
Crafters, I want your opinion
Steph and I had a great chat yesterday (while making, of course) about what it means to be all-things DIY. She mentioned this supposed-to-be CRAFT column by Jean Railla, now…