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Summer is the perfect time for sending postcards. Whether they are sent from far-off places or right from home, postcards are a fun, easy way to keep in touch with friends and family. Athena’s Clip-Art Postcards take the shape of classic items found on the beach – my favorite is the crab! They can be …
No Christmas in July would be complete without a tree. This glittered shell tree is a great way to bring summer back during the holidays. Perhaps you can pick up some shells on your vacation to make these. Summer vacation can be a great time to head start on some of your Christmas crafting. …
Day 2 of our “Christmas in July” week: SAND vs. SNOW Which do you prefer? Sand Snowman (1964) And did you ever think to build a snowman out of sand?? I certainly did not, but I might try it! Image via Coastal Living Or did you ever think to break out the beach toys in …
The August issue of Living is now on newsstands! We’ve also dubbed this issue our “Summer Travel” issue – be sure to check out page 26 for hotel picks from our editors here at Living: On page 68, Silke takes us to Mexico with a garland project and decorating ideas in Easy Entertaining: Head to …
If you have a July issue of Living, you may have seen these updated “camp crafts” made with brightly colored lanyard (aka gimp, boondoggle etc)- For a modern “camp” feel, we painted birch hooks white (from Vermont Branch Company), and used them to display the necklaces. This close-up of the bangles give you a better look …
All year I receive the same question from avid crafters and collectors; what can I do or make with all of the shells I have collected on my vacation? To answer your question, I would like to share with you some of the photos I took at the 75th year of the Sanibel Shell Fair …
During my annual search for ideas for what to give as teacher’s gifts, I didn’t go far – I asked my son what makes him think of summer : no school of course, ice cream (well, I did that already), the beach, ice cold lemonade … At this time of year we can all use a cool …
If you tune in regularly to Martha Stewart Living Radio (on Sirius XM 110), you’ve probably heard Marcie and Blake on their new monthly show “The Crafting Hour.” Each month they discuss a variety of handmade projects and field questions from callers. We’re excited to announce that on today’s show, Marcie and Blake will be …
Martha Stewart's Handmade Holiday Crafts features 225 festive projects, step-by-step instructions, and basic techniques for your year-round celebrations.
