Sometimes it’s hard to find a gift that is special enough for a good friend. I scoured some shops looking for that perfect gift. I later went to the nursery and picked out a plant and handmade pot that I knew my friend would like. But the gift still seemed…well, boring. It was time to...
I love parties especially a party for a truly special birthday girl. Let me introduce you to my dearest friend, Sarah. She’s the friend that everyone leans on for support. The friend that is always willing to give, listen, work, wait on, and well simply take care of anyone and everyone that surrounds her. From...
Let me tell you, making classroom art for auction is not such an easy task. It’s not that the kids artwork isn’t amazing (it is!) it’s simply hard to get all the students to not only love the project but also create something that will last, that is memorable, and appeals to all sorts of...
We made some killer craft bags tonight out of old t-shirts. All ages showed up to whip up a bag just in time for Spring Break. I loved seeing all the Dads using the sewing machine. I’m going to say it…real men know how to sew! They really rocked it and came up with some...
Some of you know that I’ve been busy with a side project of producing a theatrical, post-apoc radio show, Radioactive Report. Well up to now it’s been a podcast but we are hoping to change all of that. After a fantastic training at KMUZ, our local community radio station, we’ve decided to try to bring...
Are you planning an Academy Award party? These paint by number movie sheets would be cool decorations or simply print up and hand out as favors. There is a black and white version that you’ll use as your canvas and the color version to use as reference. Don’t like the colors I picked? No problem,...
Come get crafty at Community Craft Night at Clockworks Cafe! This month we will be making magazine transfer bookmarks. I’ll host the event bringing my supplies and the Culture Shock Community Project sponsors these each month. Supplies provided but feel free to bring a magazine you don’t mind sharing. Thursday February 16 6:00pm until 8:00pm...
Are you excited for the 84th annual Academy Awards? I know I am! There are so many great films out there, I thought I would get a little creative and share something fun with you. Mixing a childhood favorite of mine and the always charming George Clooney, I’ve created “The Descendants” paint by number for...
It’s almost February. You know what that means, a bombardment of all that is saccharin and sweet. To help celebrate the holiday, I’ve created vintage inspired Valentines that you can download and share with your sweetie and pals. Even if you don’t have anyone that you are smitten with, many of these are fitting for...
If you love Star Wars, heck even if you don’t like it one bit…you will adore this sweded movie. It’s amazing! Star Wars Uncut is the brainchild of Casey Pugh, a developer dedicated to creating new and fun experiences on the web. Working as a developer at Vimeo, Casey became interested in using the internet...
Take a second look at vintage sheets and see what possibilities are in store: For the Home This fun mobile is made from vintage sheet swatches. Made by Jamie of Sew She Sews, this mobile will brighten up any dark corner in your home. Ruffles and vintage sheets? And look at the dresser. I am...
I LOVE vintage sheets. I love the colors, I love the worn soft fabric, and I love the nostalgia. So you might be surprised to hear I’ve been ripping them to shreds (really, I have!). I’ve been ripping one-inch strips of my favorite vintage sheets to make this for my daughter. I’m hoping to make...
