Card.Paper.Ribbon::DecoArt Paint Giveaway!
ArtDeco has offered up the same sampler set I've been enjoying so much to you as a giveaway! Thanks DecoArt! Everyone who purchases Card.Paper.Ribbon. between now and next Friday (February 12th, 11:59pm) will be entered in a drawing to receive one of three paint sets (three winners, each get one set)
CL Challenge: 001!
The challenge is to use up these fabrics in one project. You don't have to use all the fabric in one go. You could use just some of each. You have until Monday, February 8th to comment. I'll announce the winner and the new pattern on Friday the 26th.
Shop n' Ride and Eat! Free Sewing Pattern
A funny thing happened in the last week though. While master minding my new glorious lunch tote, I started using my Shop n' Ride bag to hold my dishes. And my coffee mug. And my water bottle. It's the perfect size! And come the summer it will be guaranteed to fit in my bike basket too. That's perfect because it will stay upright even while I'm riding around town.
February Craft Leftovers Monthly!
In the shop and ready to go! This great february issue is full of delights for friends, pets, and gardening!
Redress: Pillows Part II: Recycled Stuffing Material
Last week I posted about my fight with pillow stuffing and how I've gone on a quest to figure out what works best.After making 4 small pillows and stuffing them, I think I've finally got it down. Here is what I found out.
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Card.Paper.Ribbon::DecoArt Paint Giveaway!
One of the main projects in Diane and I’s new ebook Card.Paper.Ribbon. is taking wadded-up wrapping paper and fusing it to cloth, and then sewing into wallets and bags.
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Shop n’ Ride and Eat! Free Sewing Pattern
Last week I told you about my search for a new lunch box. It ended with Jason bring up the point: “What’s wrong with our tupperware?” Indeed! So I took a look around with *cough* what’s on hand before I ran to the store to purchase new fancy lunch box supplies. (more)
Contribution Page Updated!
The new themes and deadlines for upcoming Craft Leftovers Monthly issues are now updated! You can see all the details on the Contribute page.
Original articles and tutorials earn between $35 – $65 depending on complexity and if it’s on or off topic. Contributors retain all rights, Craft Leftovers Monthly just gets first dibs for 90 days. Plus all contributors get a free ad spot for the month of their tutorial is published for + a feature on the website + a bio with a link to their website/shop/blog in the zine.
Contributors will be notified of the acceptance of their project within one week after the deadline date. I’m looking for 2 contributors for each issue, it’s so hard to pick!
Please submit proposals to kristin [at] craftleftovers [dot] com.