Showing posts with label crafts. Show all posts
Showing posts with label crafts. Show all posts

Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Back In the Saddle Again

It feels so good to be back in the swing of things again. We had the baby and are working toward some sort of normalcy again. Yeah I know, if there even is such a thing. I have been a busy little bee getting to know my new Cricut (the most amazing invention known to man) and have been dying to share my lastest creations. Stay tuned for more coming soon!


Let's Celebrate!


Autumn Thanks




Flirty Shoe Lover's Card


Butterfly Thanks




Sexy Love You Card


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Sunday, February 15, 2009

Feeling Lucky


I was feeling lucky yesterday. Hubby won some money on two different scratch off tickets and I won a raffle that I had entered back in December and completely forgot about. With all the good luck floating around here yesterday, I decided to get a head start on St. Patrick's Day cards. This is the first one I came up with. I listed it in my Etsy Shop last night, and hopefully it will find a home soon! Is anyone else crafting for St. Patty's Day? Whether it be a greeting card or any other craft, I'd love to see what everyone is coming up with for the holiday. Post your pics here!



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Sunday, August 3, 2008

I Gotta Have One

I've been on a cleaning/organizing trip recently (I may not be acting on it, but I'm definitely thinking about it). I was looking online to get some inspiration for my craft space. I don't have an entire room dedicated to my crafts yet, but it's never too early to start planning! Check out some of these great work spaces I found!



I just love the bright colors in this room!

Is that a dowel holding those spools of ribbon? Why didn't I think of that?

I love the design of the ladder shelf. It seems to make everything so accessible for all angles.


Clear storage containers are a must!

Now, who couldn't get creative in a space like this?
If you have an organized work space and want to show it off, post a comment here with a pic. I need all the inspiration I can get. Maybe then I'll actually act on all my daydreaming!




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Tuesday, July 29, 2008

Deadline for Maker Faire Austin Extended!


The deadline to be a vendor at Maker Faire Austin has been extended to August 5, 2008. Not only that, but the vendor fee has been lowered to accomodate out of town guests! For more information about Maker Faire Austin, click to download this Informational Flyer.


If you're looking to share a hotel room with someone, you can send an email to sf_info@bazaarbizarre.org to get added to a contact list for vendor roomshares.





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Tuesday, July 22, 2008

Not Your Granny's Craft Fair!



It's once again time for Bazaar Bizarre Austin, part of Maker Faire! The event will be held in Austin on October 18th and 19th from 10 am to 6 pm at the Travis County Event Center and Fairgrounds. If you're interested in becoming a vendor, click here for application information. One vendor space may be shared amongst more than one crafter!




Friday, July 18, 2008

Help Fight Global Warming - Enter the Creativity 350 Contest!


Hey guys! Now's your chance to make a difference using your talents! By entering the Creativity 350 Contest hosted by Craftster.org, you help the environment by spreading the word about global warming. Click here to learn more about the craft contest and the t-shirt contest, as well as the fabulous prizes you can win! Good luck!!


Sunday, August 26, 2007

Win Inque Boutique Family Leaves Stamp

I was reading The Mad Cropper's blog this morning, and came across this fabulous 14 piece Inque Boutique Limited Edition Leaves Stamp. Want to enter to win it? Click here.

Saturday, July 21, 2007

Featured Artist...Pixie Blossoms!


Introducing my featured artist of the week, Pixie Blossoms. Her digital photography is just beautiful!

If you would like to be a featured artist, contact me at handcraftedbyjanice@yahoo.com.





Pixie Blossoms

Who are you?
I am a woman that loves to create and make pretty things. I am a mother of two little boys and I spend the whole day at home with them. When I have some "free" time, I will enjoy photography, sewing, creating some exquisite and playful pieces for our home, myself, kids and friends. I was born and raised in Rio de Janeiro - Brazil and I have lived in the USA since 2002, because I met my husband and he is an American citizen.

Shop name/link
My shop name is Pixie Blossoms and the link is http://pixieblossoms.etsy.com

Categories I specialize in
Usually art (photography), vintage (for my vintage kits), bags and purses and children.

Do you create for children or adults, women or men?
Adults and children, usually for women. I will be making kids' backpacks soon, for little kids and I will make for boys too (kindergarten age).

What do you like about Etsy?
Their organization, it's handy and easy to deal with. I think it's a great site that is helping a lot of people out there to show off their work. It's not easy to build a website (online shop) ourselves and maintain it. I like it more than Ebay. We are able to buy and sell unique handmade work and also I've been finding nice craft supplies.

What do you like about creating?
I love the freedom of choosing whatever comes to my mind. I love to play with different patterns, textures, colors. I feel really good when in the end of a creative process, I like the result and also it's a pleasure to know that people like it too. Creating means something new and I consider myself a very bright and open person, welcome to new ideas, new concepts.

What do you love about your business?
I don't think I own a business. This "business thing" is too big for me. I am small, only one working sometimes, I don't know how things will turn for me in the future. I don't really keep thinking about it. I live this moment now of making few pieces of joy for people, because they really make me feel happy. I like selling and I love when you love what I make. It's all about the pleasure of making and being recognized as well. Money doesn't really matter at this moment.

What is your favorite product right now?
My bags.

What makes you unique at Etsy?
Hmmm, let me see...I can say the way I put so much on my products. I spend hours on each of them. I will try all possibilities before finishing something. I like the style I am in right now, it's playful, it's colorful, it's happy, it has a different touch, a vintage feel. Also, my photographs pass the same feeling. It's never sad, never dark. People say I am generous, outspoken and bright. I think the uniqueness of my products reflects who I am.

What makes you unique as a woman?
We are all unique. I don't wanna be pretentious...we are all unique.

What do you love about your kids?
They are so smart, so beautiful...they amaze me all the time. I love the fact that they are here, they are around me all the time, I love to have the chance to be their mother. I am very grateful for that!!!!

What are some other sites to find out more about you and what you love to create?
I have a blog since last year and it's fun. Come visit anytime! http://journal.pixieblossoms.com
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Monday, July 9, 2007

Gift Boxes!



I have been thinking about adding a new product to my store. I love my greeting cards, but people need more than that when they're gift-giving. Gift boxes! People need beautiful gift boxes, it dawned on me. So, I tried folding one gift box out of paper, to see if it even resembled a box. (grin) And whaddaya know.... a new product is born. Introducing, the hand-folded paper gift box. I have so much fun making these and the list is endless when it comes to paper and color combinations. Not to mention, all the pretty ribbon to top it off! Stop by my Etsy shop and take a look. If you purchase an item, put 'Blog' in the notes to seller and I'll give you free shipping. Wait for me to send you a revised invoice!