Do you feel like the crafting world is going through a Renaissance of sorts? I see macrame, crocheted doilies, and other crafts from the past coming back. And, how about embroidery and needlework? I dusted off my embroidery skills and made a few pieces for the Hydrangea Hippo booth at Crafted at the Port of LA
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Author: Jennifer Priest
It started with jewelry, beading, sewing, home decor, painting, basket weaving, pottery, and cross-stitch. Marry that to an entrepreneurial spirit & at 9 years old a girl is selling her wares at craft fairs as far as her parents and grandparents would drive her. These days, Jennifer enjoys crafts of all genres from sewing to scrapbooking to jewelry with a little dabbling in the mixed media world. Her style is approachable and she wants everyone who sees her work to feel that they too can embrace creativity and make their home and life beautiful.
Baby News!
Hello! I hope you had a wonderful Christmas holiday with your friends and family! Every year on Christmas Eve my family delivers baked goodies to our friends and extended family all over Southern California. This year, I was blessed to discover during our visit that one of my friends is newly pregnant! What exciting news,
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You’re a Star
Hi everyone! Nancy here today to share with you a few projects I made using one of the fabulous kits from the Hydrangea Hippo etsy store. Everything needed to make this little box and card is included in this kit. From the fun papers and cute die cuts to the buttons, baubles and stickers…it is
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Treats Anyone?
Eeeek so excited!! My Tussie Mussie treat cones are in the newest issue of Craft Industry Today! Click here to see the entire article, full size.
So "Owly" Cute Gift Wrap!
The “Big Day” is tomorrow and you’re probably wrapping and shopping and shipping and shaping in preparation! This year I find myself giving lots of “little” gifts – earrings, small bottles of lotion, trinkets, and gift cards. Here’s a cute way to dress up a pillow box or any other gift box for those dainty
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Seasons Greetings Bring a HUGE Book!
The holidays are fast approaching but its not too late to start your December Daily album. If you haven’t yet started this tradition, it is a great way to keep a record of your holiday activities and remember to slow down and enjoy the season. Even if you don’t need a December Daily album, this
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Crystal Boutique Style Holiday Ornament Made Easy
Hustle and bustle and creating up a storm–I bet that’s what you’re doing this week in preparation for the Christmas holiday. With all of the gifts that need giving, well, there are always those people who make the list at the last moment – a party hostess, the new next door neighbor, the gift exchange
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