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[21 Aug 2010 | Angie | Read Comments ]
Make Your Own Beads Out of Sand

This perfect summer craft originates from the Bahamas and other tropical places where they are blessed with beautiful sandy beaches. Die-hard jewelry makers will use just about anything to make jewelry with, even the beach itself! If you are lucky enough to live by the beach and have access to any department store or craft store, then you can make your own sand beads from scratch. It is a bit time-consuming to roll and shape all of your own beads, but its worth it in the end when you have …

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[5 Jul 2010 | Amber Renée | Read Comments ]
Let’s Start Digital Scrapbooking

Because I’ve never actually made myself finish a digital scrapbook page this feature gave me a reason to pick up the hobby as well! Why digital? It’s much easier if your photos are digital, you can scan and photograph favorite patterns AND you don’t have to keep a big box of paper and glue handy for scrapbooking~ this is especially important for minimal me.

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[7 May 2010 | Amber Renée | Read Comments ]
Make a Tiny Fawn For Your Flower Pot

This craft features scans from a vintage craft magazine — it’s a simple and cute craft for kids. I absolutely love fawns and deer,

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[23 Apr 2010 | Amber Renée | Read Comments ]
Get Started Blogging and Have More Success

So blogging is quite a huge trend these days, it’s a hobby many creatives and non-creatives alike can get into. It opens up communication and discussion online, offers anyone the ability to make their own specialty of knowledge accessable to everyone. A new way to share inspirations and ideas alike. (I love blogging.)

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[15 Apr 2010 | Amber Renée | Read Comments ]
Blythe Clothing Pattern Collection

One of the best things about Blythe is she’s just the right size to whip up an adorable outfit for in a couple of hours (or less!) .. and she looks adorable in anything!

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[15 Apr 2010 | Sammy Doe | Read Comments ]
Customizing Blythe: How to Paint Lips Like a Pro

Hello! I customize blythe dolls for both fun and for some profits. So far I have been doing it for just a little over year.

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[2 Apr 2010 | Veronica | Read Comments ]
It’s Time to Throw a Tea Party!

It’s spring and sunny here in Victoria, so what better time to have a tea party, and I invite you to host your own!

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[30 Mar 2010 | Angie | Read Comments ]
Make a Flower Accessory with a Hawaiian Lei

Feeling crafty? Are you not sure what to do with the Hawaiian lei that you’ve had for years but, its so pretty you don’t want to get rid of it? Make a cute accessory with it! Its fun, easy and you only need a few materials…

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[16 Mar 2010 | Amber Renée | Read Comments ]
DIY your Life with Cookie Party

I met up with Brandi of Cookie Party lately and got oh-so-inspired on some new DIY projects. She offers DIY supplies for fashion design and accessories and her products are used by an array of indie designers.
“I am totally a Miseducated girl! Cookie Party is all about supporting and promoting creative d.i.y-ers and is proud to be a part of the d.i.y. movement! Cookie Party was created for d.i.y. designers who consider their styles punk, kawaii, rockabilly, goth, or otherwise unique and unconventional! I myself have always found it …

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[8 Mar 2010 | Amber Renée | Read Comments ]
Design Your Own Munny (Qee)

Hello, designers — chances are you’ve heard of a Munny or Qee. My husband and I have snatched up our own to take part in the fun design. Can you imagine how your action figure friend will look? I can’t wait.. join us as we design our Munny’s and send in your own as often as you please!