Have you ever heard of bendable wood? What about fish leather? These materials and more are available at Inventables, a site offering small quantities of unusual and unique supplies. This is a great place to look for ideas to give your crafts a little pop and...
A mile west of the Rio Grande Gorge - just northwest of Taos, New Mexico - lies Earthship Way and the Greater World Community. This unassuming and slightly remote neighborhood is home to over 60 homes constructed in a rather unusual and eco-friendly fashion. Made...
The 25-year run of the Oprah Winfrey Show is coming to an end next week as the talk show host closes the doors and moves on to chair the Oprah Winfrey Network. The most watched segment from the show was the annual Oprah’s Favorite Things...
Mother’s Day is fast approaching and children young and old all over the world are racking their brains trying to think of a great gift for mom. What would mom like? Flowers, candy, jewelry, and clothing – it all seems like it’s been done before....
The neon signs, the thrill of the hunt, the cackling laughter after securing the perfect item for your next craft project - garage sales are an emotional roller-coaster. Treasure hunters have different attitudes and strategies to scouring these urban flea markets. Find out what type...
There is no better gift recipient for a thoughtful gift to than an expectant mommy-to-be. While some parents will register for baby items, I have a few guidelines that will help if you need to get a baby shower gift on your own. Several months ago...
The days of the general store on the corner are over. I wish I had fond memories to share of the times when mom and pop greeted you as you walked in and when you could buy a hammer, an ice cream cone and a...
There is just something so appealing about wooden toys. When I think of wooden toys, I imagine Santa and his elves working away in the workshop creating wooden toys of all different varieties. To a young child, a wooden cylinder can become the building blocks...
For many crafters, your crafting space is often limited, in some cases just a closet or a folding table in an already-purposed room. Since your craft space is your inspiration, it is imperative that your space be organized so that you can easily find your...
I am not vintage. Don’t get me wrong, I love vintage items but the majority of vintage items in my home are circa 1980 not 1880—and that’s not a good look. As far as style goes, I haven’t worn lace since my attempt at mimicking...