I have always loved the vintage feel and variety of the products offered up by Indygo Junction. I have gotten to know Amy Barickman, the woman behind the company, and have asked her to tell us more about what and...
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Feb11
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Aug 8
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I know of “Stitch N’ Bitch” friendship groups forming all over the country…a chance for knitters (or quilters) to get together and do their crafty thing and “yacky yack” it a bit… But how about this…my sister, Leslie, sent...
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Jan 7
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I thought I would share this sock monkey making tutorial with you.
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Dec17
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Making A "Blanket Statement" --See Fabulous Projects Made From A Flea Market Find---A Vintage Wool Blanket
She found a $15 vintage wool blanket at a thrift shop and has created the most fabulous projects from this blanket...Twenty to date …
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Dec13
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Festive Holiday Mitten Ornaments...Cute, Cute, Cute! Here Is A Tutorial For Instructions...Thanks to Liesl.
Absolutely beautiful. And thanks to Liesl she has provided us with a tutorial on how to make ‘em--(see page one and page two for the complete tutorial). You can also see more mittens- photos and step by step instructions on her Flickr.
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Oct10
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"Happily Handmade Giveaway" Showcases 69 Independent Design Sites, Offers Great Prizes...Sign Up to WIN
"The Happily Handmade Giveaway was created in appreciation of indie shoppers. Run twice a year, the event has become a cornerstone of the independent design community, giving away nearly $10,000 in prizes." reports Nicole Theis-DeMoss, one of two partners responsible for organizing The Happily Handmade Giveaway. "
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Oct 7
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Wanna see some cool “Handmade Hoo-hahs”; check out this cool “flickr” slide show from Heather Bailey.
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Sep30
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"The Crafter's Companion" Book Is On Its Way...Check It Out Here, Pre-Order Too...All Thanks To Some Of Our Favorite Internet Crafters
The Crafter’s Companion book is on its way… (Officially, launching on October 18).
See just a taste of some of the 17 projects waiting for you… and here is a note from the Crafter’s Companion” website: Continue Reading |
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Sep17
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Hather Bailey's Shares Her Sweet "Bitty Booties" Pattern...And a Sneak Peak of Her Fabric Line is On the Way
Here is a pattern (free and downloadable) that is too cute not to share. It is new from Heather Bailey. Check out her website at “HelloMyNameIsHeather”.
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Aug22
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I had another great discovery while checking out blogs today…I found another artist/crafter/creator/ knitter/needle artist that I love--Kristin Nicholas.
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Aug18
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Now that the kids are heading back to school… Are you looking to finally organize and clean up your “creative space”? Here is some inspiration for you…Take a look at this book, “Organizing Your Craft Space”, by Jo Packam (Less than $10 on Amazon.).
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Aug15
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Here is a newly written manifesto (who was inspired by Jen at “Red Instead Blog” who's crafter’s manifesto I posted a few days ago). This quilter's manifesto was written by reader Melinda.I like it. (Especially the last line!) Thanks...
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Aug12
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A manifesto for us all - crafters and artists alike.
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Aug 6
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There is a great new blog out there in blogland showing us some great stuff. Joelle, owner of SoHo shops, Purl and Purl Patchwork has launched a new web log called the Purl Bee.
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Jul17
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Here is a summer-fun project for those looking for some “crafting” action…and for those moms looking for an easy-kid friendly project for their kids to do!
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May23
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I met with Janet from “BlockButler” while at quilt market and she showed me a great product—a unique design wall system called the BlockButler. It is sticky material that sticks to your wall—no pins or fasteners needed to hold it in place—and your fabric sticks to the front side and allows you to design a way!
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May 5
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“I made this shirt for Sadie and am so happy with how it turned out. I saw this idea on craftster about using freezer paper to make a iron-on stencil and it worked like a charm. Continue Reading |
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Jan 5
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Kristi Porter recently published Knitting for Dogs.
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Nov10
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“Why Do We Craft?”, was the question asked in an article by Pat Johns, in the October issue of Craftrends magazine. I began to ask myself that question.
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