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Valentine's Day Cards and Gifts

On The Web : Valentine's Day Cards and Gifts

Posted by Blake Ramsey

It’s still technically January, but trust me, Valentine’s day is just around the corner!  This weekend is the perfect opportunity to get started on those handmade gifts- get the kids involved too- While we always like to promote making your own crafts, there are too many cards and gifts out there that are just too …

On The Web : Tuesday Inspiration!

Posted by Jim Noonan

About a year ago I tried out The Artist’s Way, a great tool used by professionals and amateurs alike to explore and release their creative potential. Now, while I didn’t quite make it through the entire 12-week “course,” I took away a number of tools and techniques that I continue to use every day. One …

On The Web : Valentine Candy Boxes

Posted by Blake Ramsey

I had so much fun making the heart-shaped boxes in February’s issue of Living- and even more fun creating this iPad animation with the shoot team- You can find the templates and how-to for these boxes online, the candy came from Candy Warehouse, the ribbon is from Mokuba, and the charms are made by Helen …

Making Dolls

On The Web : Making Dolls

Posted by Blake Ramsey

Did you see the story in February’s Living on Jess Brown and her amazing handmade dolls? You’ll find a little sneak peak into her studio, as well as learn a bit about the story behind these beautiful dolls, and her crafting techniques. And if you feel inspired to make your own dolls, follow our link …

On The Web : Organizing for the New Year

Posted by Blake Ramsey

One of my resolutions for 2012 is the same as years past- get organized!  If you’re looking for the same result, we’ve got plenty of helpful hints for you in our organizing galleries. Here are two ideas from the galleries that I plan to start with today- The binder sewing kit, and the post-it calendar…

A Glittery New Year

On The Web : A Glittery New Year

Posted by Laura Kaesshaefer

I just love the way bloggers Oh Happy Day and Cupcakes & Cashmere used our glitter to achieve a level of glitz and glam in the below projects currently on the web: Wouldn’t this way of painting your nails (using Martha Stewart Crafts sterling glitter, of course!) be perfect for a New Years Eve party? …

On The Web : Cookie Week Round-up!

Posted by Jim Noonan

Last week was “Cookie Week” on The Martha Stewart Show and even though Martha and her guests were busy making and eating scores of delicious cookies, there was still plenty of crafting going on around the set. If you missed any of last week’s episodes, be sure to click on the pictures below to get all …

On The Web : Pinhole Press

Posted by Laura Kaesshaefer

Have you seen the beautiful piece on making your own storybooks in the December issue of Living? To create the storybooks, Martha used Pinhole Press, an online boutique that allows you to use your own photos to create beautiful, simple products. By plugging your pictures into their straightforward templates, you can make an array of …

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