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Don’t worry – I’m not talking about anything weird.
I just wanted to leave you with some uber-inspiration for spring today – all from a paper shop I really like, 3 Girls and a Goat. The neon colors and fun cut outs are right up my alley.
Are you a fan?
And look at these cute little Easter goodies…
Bonus – Get 20% off! Use the coupon code PNS2012 to receive 20% of your entire order at checkout. Just visit 3 Girls and a Goat to use your discount code.
March is National Craft Month (did you know that? I found out from Bonnie).
So in honor of this special month, I thought I would share a few of my favorite craft supplies at the moment. Some are untraditional, but hey – it’s what I am loving most at the moment. AND I also wanted to ask you something that I recently asked Facebook Fans…
What is the one craft supply that you cannot live without?
Leave your response in the comments below.
Want more? Visit my craft supplies board on Pinterest. And while you are there, be sure to follow me so we can keep in touch.
Good morning!
Today I am saying hello to spring with a fresh, new papernstitch exhibition. Just opened this morning! Everything is so bright + cheery. Perfect for a Monday.
Here are a handful of new shops from the exhibition to browse…
Image Top Row. Walnut Studiolo (Hand-tooled leather and wood wares, made in Portland, Oregon -use code PNS10 for 10% off through 4/1/12) + Linwood Ave (Handmade creations and vintage housewares). Image Bottom Row. Anon-Y-Mous Print & Design (Print studio focusing on wedding stationery) + Shartreuse Studio (Fine art photography inspired by nature and a love of all things vintage – use code PNS15 for 15% off).
And for even more spring in your step, take a look at today’s shop of the day - fabric brooches from I Want my Hobo.
Pafu XXXVIII Brooch + Pafu XXXIV Brooch
I am not usually a brooch girl, but these? They look like miniature pieces of art, blooming right in front of your eyes. How could you not love ‘em?
You can visit I Want my Hobo now to view the entire collection and be sure to check out the I Want my Hobo Facebook Fan Page here as well (get 15% off when you visit the page, go to the fans tab, fill out the form, and get your coupon code via email).
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This contributor post was written by Beth of Parsimonia.
Last week I was walking up our front steps when I noticed a bright flash of green in the little garden to the right. I stopped to look over the rail, and saw that the leaves of our daylilies starting to poke through the ground. We’re had an extremely mild winter, and now that we’re into March, it seems everyone is waiting for spring to…well…spring! I’ve been feeding that anticipation with hothouse flowers from the local market, but after a week they’re gone, and buying them so frequently starts to make a dent in my wallet. So I started researching more permanent solutions in the form of paper flowers, no doubt inspired by the wonderfully whimsical giant blooms created by the Ruche team (pictured above), which took the DIY world by storm this week.
I hope these projects usher the sweetness of spring into your home! Have a happy weekend!
1. (above) Giant Paper Flowers From Ruche via Design*Sponge
DIY Paper Flowers via Bliss
Giant Paper Rose via Green Wedding Shoes
DIY Flowers via Scrapbooks, Etc.
Wallflowers via Made
Beth is the writer behind Parsimonia: Secondhand With Style, where she blogs about her first love (thrifting) and her second love (cooking), as well as DIY projects, sustainable style and other bits of inspiration. She lives in St. Louis with one husband, one fuzzy dog and lots of dreams, and recently launched an online vintage store.
This contributor post was written by Michael Ann of Michael Ann Made.
Springtime has been trying to poke its sunny little head out here in Portland, and I couldn’t be more excited! This simple Spring Time Tea Towel DIY should help to bring a little bit of color and sunshine into cold and dark kitchens while we wait for spring to officially arrive. And the best part is that it seriously only takes a couple minutes and some materials already on hand!
Here are the materials you’ll need:
1. Kitchen towels that need sprucing! I used plain 100% cotton towels I found at the thrift for $1. You could also use towels that already have a print for extra color.
2. Colorful fabric bits. This is a perfect project for using up precious tiny scraps.
3. Coordinating thread. The applique will look the best if you try to match the thread color with the fabric. But contrasting on purpose can be fun too.
4. Sewing machine or Embroidery needle, depending on your desired approach.
Here’s how you make it:
1. Find a springtime pattern that you like and cut out your pieces. I knew I wanted a vintage look, so I searched for inspiration on flickr and pinterest by searching for “vintage tea towels”. I found a little 60′s flower power motif I liked and drew out a simple pattern. This is the creative part, so let your imagination run wild! Keep in mind that simple and bold images work best with busy patterned fabric.
2.Pin and sew your pieces.
If you are using a sewing machine, like I did, use either a small and very close together zig-zag stitch or your buttonhole stitch, and stitch all around the raw outer edges of your pieces. Pull the thread tails through to the back, tie them together, and cut them off instead of back stitching to finish.
If you prefer a hand embroidered look, then get out your hoop and stitch away! I found some gorgeous towels in my searching that used hand embroidery.
3. Finish off with any final touches! I was originally planning to keep it simple, but then I found this scrap of pink rick rack… Just the kitschy icing on the cake this little retro towel needed! Depending on your mood, you could also add fun bias tape, lace, ribbon, whatever your crafty heart craves.
Now you can make yourself a cup of tea and admire your work! This project was so quick, I’m planning on using it for last minute spring birthday or shower gifts. Happy Spring Crafting!
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I’ve tried to pick up knitting a handful of times and it is yet to stick BUT I am still an admirer.
And I am guessing you are too, so today I am sharing Cuddle Me Knits, a knit lovers dream (finished pieces – cowls, leg warmers, and other accessories – alongside knit supplies like yarn and needles)…
Visit Cuddle Me Knits for more.
I have a couple of projects planned to make over the weekend (all from this group of DIYs over on Pinterest). But before I let my creative mind wander for the day, I want to share one of my favorite shops for office/diy/party accessories with you.
It’s called Write with Moxie. Have you heard of it?
Because it’s awesome! Here are a few of my favorites…
(above) Custom pencil set
Thank you tags + More thank you tags
You can visit Write with Moxie right here (and on Etsy here). AND for a little extra diy fix for your weekend, check out the diy section on Honestly WTF. I always find great projects over there.
Have a great weekend!
