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I'll have a cup o yard to go please! No whip, thanks!
I've always wanted to learn how to knit. I've walked by the yarn section of the craft store many a time, but couldn't get myself to buy the supplies. I didn't really know where to start and I didn't want to invest a heck of a lot of money into a new project. But then I discovered Cup o Yarn, that contains enough yarn to knit a full length scarf as well as bamboo knitting needles and a complete instruction booklet for knitters of all levels. It's just what I've needed! Come January 1st, I'm going to start me a new hobby!
Posted by Megan on December 20, 2006 | Comments (1) | Tell a friend
For My Mom
My Mother, thank goodness, is so easy to shop for. I'm getting her this cute tote with a gift certificate from her favorite garden center. The tote is made of easy-cleaning and fast-drying green and tan nylon canvas. It also features six exterior pockets contain all the essentials: stainless-steel fork, two trowels with bamboo handles and two pairs of gardening shears. It can also be be embroidered, so I'm going to put Kath because she is forever calling me from work in her "work voice" saying "Hi Kris, this is Kath" to which I allays go "umm Mom?" then we laugh (I guess you have to be there!)
Posted by Krista on April 26, 2008 | Comments (0) | Tell a friend
Become a busy bee at One Good Bumblebee!
Feeling crafty? Why not make something of your own! I found this book at One Good Bumblebee and it looks like a lot of fun! Boring? I think not! Here's what they say:
"Create something amazing in a cool retro-modern style. This book offers how-to instructions for a diverse mix of fabulous, original craft projects, from beginner-friendly to advanced. Discover fun and innovative ways to turn inexpensive materials into your own personalized art and craft projects."
Interested? I am. Now I just need to find the time.......
Posted by Darlene on July 23, 2007 | Comments (0) | Tell a friend
ClippyKit - a hand bag that is uniquely you
I enjoy making things. I especially love to crochet and make homemade cards, but really I enjoy anything that allows me to express myself creatively. However, time doesn't alway allow me to indulge in the crafts. Then I was introduced to ClippyKits!
What is a ClippyKit you ask? Well simply put, it's a clear vinyl bag equipped with clear pockets where you can put just about anything you want - your imagination's the limit. One side of mine holds some of my favorite pictures. The other side holds souvenirs such as concert tickets and movie stubs.
Putting together my first bag took no time at all, and I'm already to make another with a different color fabric liner. I may even thinking of making one for my pregnant sister-in-law with ultrasound pictures and pictures of my niece/nephew after the baby is born. Really, the possibilities with the ClippyKit are endless...and evolving. You could change your bag to go with the season or just on whimsy! I already have a couple of ideas for mine.
Posted by Amy on September 25, 2007 | Comments (0) | Tell a friend
Not For Sale. The shoes that will make you walk
Ladies, this is a time to take a short break from shopping. A treasure is awaiting you at the Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) in Boston! A one-of-a-kind shoe exhibit "Walk This Way," will take you from ancient Egyptian and Nubian sandals to contemporary wedges with rococo carved heels from MIU MIU's most recent collection. But you’ve got to really walk to see all of them. You see, they are cleverly placed throughout the MFA's galleries to illustrate their relationship to other works of art – paintings, furniture, etc.
I went there on the first day, and had a blast. A lot of people kept asking: “Where is that shoe collection?’ and were sent running all over the museum. It looked like Easter egg hunt there. It was not easy to find them. My trip turned out into two-hour marathon … but it was fascinating, and think of all the ice cream and pastries you can eat afterwards, and not feel guilty! If you don’t do marathon – no problem, take it easy. The exhibit runs through March 23, 2008. Plenty of time – and plenty of ice cream ahead!
Posted by Sarah on October 13, 2007 | Comments (0) | Tell a friend
Gorgeous hand-dyed yarn for the knitter in your family
I love craft supplies. And while I personally don't knit (I don't have the coordination for it) I do crochet and have a hardcore yarn fetish! On the top of my Christmas list this year? Some Perfect Day Yarn. Each skein is hand dyed and is only available in small runs. I think her colors are so vibrant and gorgeous...and I think it is awesome many of her colorways are inspired by poems. My favorite by far is the Time of Fire Free Verse Sock yarn as well as the tiger eye stitch markers that she makes by hand as well. I also love that this little online shop is a small home-based startup company!! Perfect Day Yarn would be a great gift for the knitter (or crocheter) you love.
Posted by Amy on December 15, 2007 | Comments (0) | Tell a friend
Got an Avid Gardener or Chef on your Holiday Gift Giving List?
You might want to consider The Culinary Garden Maker Collection. 
With this kit they can create their very own windowsill or kitchen
garden. The kit contains seeds for ten different herbs, a detailed
booklet with growing instructions as well as recipe ideas as well, and
a Herb Chart reference guide. Everything tastes better with fresh
herbs!
Posted by Amy on December 12, 2007 | Comments (0) | Tell a friend
As seen on HGTV: Garden In A Bag
I was watching HGTV during the Thanksgiving holiday and they had a show about the 2007 Gift Show featuring all kinds on interesting and unique gifts. My favorite is the Garden-In-A-Bag by Potting Shed Creations.
Available in a great selection of herbs,
flowers, fruits & veggies, and beautiful greens - these kits can be grown
indoors, right in the leak-proof bag. And the best part is that they
are so fun and easy to grow! All you need to do is mix in the enclosed
packet of seed and add water.
The Compactness of the packaging makes these a great gift idea for your college students' bland dorm or off campus apartment. Best of all? They are very affordable (only $7.50 each). I wouldn't mind some of these myself!
Posted by Amy on December 19, 2007 | Comments (0) | Tell a friend
