crafty projects

INKJET PHOTO PRINTERS,

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:45:50 PDT

Okay, this discussion comes up immediately when dealing with THIRD PARTY INK SUPPLIERS. Don't make the assumption that anything other than name brand ink will last a...

Canon Photo Paper Pro Platinum 8.5" x 11" (20 Sheets) (2768B022)

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:44:41 PDT

* Product Dimensions: 12 x 9.2 x 0.3 inches ; 80 pounds * Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) * Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only...

Canon’s Pixma iP8500 and i9900 Run Swiftly and Silently

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 10:40:54 PDT

Both of these printers feature Canon’s ChromaPlus eight-color ink set, which includes red, green, light cyan, and light magenta (the last two are referred to as photo...

How to Make Moving Pictures (Just Like Harry Potter!)

Wed, 15 Jul 2009 10:12:05 PDT

Snape. Malfoy. Hogwarts. Horcrux. If none of those words make any sense to you, you’re not a Harry Potter fan. The rest of you know that in the Wizarding World, people in...

Fireworks Photography in 5 Easy Steps

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 12:44:18 PDT

Support: Be a rock (or find one) Keeping steady is key. When pointed at nighttime fireworks, your camera will naturally reduce the shutter speed in an attempt to capture...

Using Old Photos to Tear the Fabric of Space-Time Itself

Thu, 09 Apr 2009 13:56:19 PDT

Photojojo science update: we have learned of a way to tear holes in the space-time continuum and stare back into the mists of time.* Being the existential daredevils that...

12 Ways to Use Your Camera as a Tool

Thu, 02 Apr 2009 11:26:24 PDT

Never leave the house without two things: * a Swiss Army knife, and * your camera. Why the knife? Because it’s a multitasking tool that you can use a kajillion different...

Texas in Full View

Mon, 30 Mar 2009 10:27:33 PDT

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12 Awesome Photography Business Card Ideas

Fri, 13 Mar 2009 11:33:03 PDT

Know your market: When designing your business cards, think about the people you want to hire you: If you’re selling prints on Etsy, a handmade aesthetic will go a long...

Etsy :: How To Sell on Etsy

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 09:59:54 PST

When you sign up to be a seller, you’ll get your own easy-to-use online shop. You can customize it with a banner, fill out a profile and set your shop policies. Etsy...

nurselynds writes "i love pictures like this. so neat."

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 09:27:37 PST

i love pictures like this. so neat.

Glass Jar Frames

Thu, 26 Feb 2009 20:33:02 PST

We hate getting rid of jars. We’re so sure they’ll come in handy someday, but in reality a person can only use so many jelly-jar glasses. We’re happy to say we’ve finally...

Make Your Own 3D Camera

Fri, 23 Jan 2009 10:51:25 PST

Depth perception: wonder of evolution, miracle of sensory perception, and envy of the cyclops. It’s one of those things you wouldn’t miss until it’s gone, like toes,...

Paper Snowflakes

Sun, 21 Dec 2008 16:45:39 PST

When making additional cuts for the snowflakes, the point E forms the 6 points of the star or snowflake and the point D forms the center of the star or snowflake. (If you...

45 Beautiful Motion Blur Photos

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 15:50:08 PST

By Vailancio Rodrigues and Smashing Editorial Team Photos taken with a camera do not represent a single moment of time. Due to technological constraints these shots stand...

A Beginners Guide to Capturing Motion in Your Photography

Mon, 17 Nov 2008 15:49:05 PST

Emily Hancock, a professional Hampshire Photographer recently submitted the following tutorial to our forum on Capturing Motion in Photography. Image by T.MoE...

Fuiji Instax Camera

Fri, 14 Nov 2008 15:39:46 PST

Fuji's instax photo system is the next generation of instant photography! Lightweight and compact, the stylish instax mini 7 camera goes anywhere. Operation is easy -...

custom fabric from Spoonflower

Thu, 13 Nov 2008 11:27:30 PST

“Spoonflower promises to be the most exciting and revoluti...

Set of 2 Cardinal Design Velvet Stockings by Valerie

Sun, 09 Nov 2008 07:39:38 PST

Crafted with care, these lovely stockings add a special touch to your holidays. Their deep green velvet backgrounds are accented with beautifully embroidered designs...

Photojojo’s Ultimate Guide to Taking Portraits at Night

Thu, 30 Oct 2008 20:43:36 PDT

Nights on the Riviera… Costume balls in Cancun… Dancing until dawn in the glittering palaces of Monaco… Life at Photojojo is one mad whirl of unbridled hedonism. What? It...

Martha's Favorite Bow

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 11:48:56 PDT

Once you master this classic bow, try some creative variations on your gifts. Once you master this classic bow, try some creative variations on your gifts. Tie your...

Fancy Paper Flowers

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 11:48:27 PDT

These fancy paper flowers will brighten up any party. A bit of folding, some tape, and a few quick snips of the scissors turn our colorful crafting paper into these...

Paper Bag Puppets

Sun, 26 Oct 2008 09:42:21 PDT

Kids don't need to pull any strings to find puppets eager to put on a show. In fact, they can make the chatty creatures themselves. All a young puppeteer needs are a few...

Crosstitch.com

Sun, 05 Oct 2008 14:13:21 PDT

"The new PDF is great, it is so much easier to print a whole pattern. I love this site and have made several of the patterns. Thank you for the beautiful patterns. It is...

Introduction

Sun, 05 Oct 2008 14:12:04 PDT

Here you can convert your own photos/pictures to a crossstitch chart. This process is set up in 3 steps: * Upload an image file from your computer to the website, using...

Photojojo finds the best photo DIY Projects, Tips, and Gear.

Thu, 14 Aug 2008 07:44:55 PDT

The extension pole is usually sold for use with paint rollers. Otherwise, you’ll find the rest online or at your local, friendly photography supply and hardware stores. *...

Two Great Ways to Publish Your Own Magazine

Tue, 17 Jun 2008 07:25:23 PDT

It’s amazing how much money we’ve spent on photo magazines over the years. Of course, that’s nothing compared to the amount of time we’ve spent getting the stink eye from...

Shoot to Sell: Taking Better Photos for eBay, Etsy & Instructables

Thu, 10 Apr 2008 05:50:06 PDT

* If you can find a way to use natural light, do it. Set up your shot near a window (or near a white wall if it reflects enough window light). * If you have a yard and...

Photojojo » Resurrect Your Vintage Camera, Digital Style

Tue, 01 Apr 2008 05:34:58 PDT

Stop us if this sounds familiar: You’re wandering around your favorite thrift store/ flea market/ crazy cat-lady neighbor’s attic and you find a great vintage camera. You...

iconic print pillow covers | west elm

Mon, 31 Mar 2008 09:37:00 PDT

Whimsical summer beach motifs rendered in lustrous silk satin. Zipper closure. Imported. Summer sun: Papaya. 20"sq. Lagoon: Light Torquoise. 20"sq. Beach Crab: Limoncello...

Bohemian Post Card Set

Sun, 30 Mar 2008 06:26:50 PDT

papaya! Cards, Greeting cards, journals, art journals, collage, mini cards, enclosure cards, papayalicious, Love Magnets, Love Letters, Gift Tags, Glitter cards, card...

Adobe Photoshop Express - Made You Look.

Thu, 27 Mar 2008 12:35:23 PDT

Amplify Your Image

The Elegant, the Self-Standing, the Shiny... The Mailable Photo Frame

Thu, 28 Feb 2008 13:37:28 PST

* Elegant, clear plastic casing protects your photo. * Built-in stand works horizontally or vertically. * Holds standard 4x6 photos. * Needs only letter-rate postage. *...

Mats Gustafson, Silhouette in Orange (Yohji Yamamoto)

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 15:43:22 PST

Mats Gustafson - View available works of art, prices and exhibitions by the artist Mats Gustafson in galleries worldwide.

Black and White Simplicity

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:32:55 PST

Cross stitch design Skill level: Beginner

Turn your photos into cross stitch charts...

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 11:28:49 PST

Do you like to cross stitch ? Are you looking for a very special gift for a stitcher? Now you can design your very own charts, directly online, no software needed. With...

couple's ginkgo genealogy tree

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:28:28 PST

Honor thy mother and father by remembering their lineages. Our double family tree frames beautifully document all the details, from Aunt Doris to Great Grandad. Names are...

Blue Sea Life Pillows

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:27:39 PST

Semiprecious stones, coral, and polished seashells decorate these shimmering pillows made of natural burlap. By Marlo Lorenz. Imported. Choose (shown clockwise from top...

Special Promotion

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:27:17 PST

CORAL PILLOW, BEADED L: 10 inches, W: 10 inches PILLOW price is for 3

Decorate on the Cheap with Everyday Items

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:26:18 PST

Make Centerpieces from Pumpkins Original Purpose: Jack-o'-lantern. Aha! Use: Festive seasonal center-piece. Cut off the top and hollow out the seeds. Arrange fresh...

Decorate on the Cheap with Everyday Items

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:26:01 PST

Planter as Table Original Use: Potting petunias. Aha! Use: Serving as an occasional table. Bring your planter inside when the season is over, top it with a piece of...

Two Sleeves

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:22:52 PST

I finally understand the knitting addiction. For years I've known how to knit and purl, bind off, etc. But it's only fairly recently that I've had the gumption to dive...

Dish-Towel Apron

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:21:09 PST

Fashion an apron from a good-looking dish towel (ours is 16 by 24 inches). Cut three pieces of wide twill tape (one 20 inches long for the neck loop; two 24 inches long...

from prints into journals

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:17:22 PST

If you don’t mind getting glue on your fingers and you’ve got a couple of prints and a bunch of papers to spare, you could try making your very own photo journal! Here’s...

Literary Clock

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:16:47 PST

Super easy project, make a book into a clock. Perfect for a child's bedroom--use a storybook. Or the kitchen--use a cookbook. I made one for my friend's two-year-old (who...

Recycling Christmas Cards

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:15:47 PST

Before you decide to toss all those Christmas cards sent to you, save them and use them as gift tags for next year. It doesn’t require a crafty-hand, just a pair of...

Choose Your Own Set of 3 Journals 30 pages each

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:11:47 PST

Pick 3 in Pink. Pick 3 in Green. Pick 3 of the same...or mix it up! Elegantly bundled set of 3 makes a hip gift...all tied up with a black, satin ribbon and ready to go....

Love Quartet Valentine Set 4 Cards and Envs

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:11:02 PST

For Valentine's day or any other day. A foursome of little love flat cards perfect for any occasion. Small enough to read as sweet or casual, perfect for lovers and...

Signature Thanks Card

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:10:19 PST

This folding card with hand-drawn flourish-style lettering says thank you in unique style. Perfect for after a you receive a gift or have an appointment—a memorable...

Polaroid One600 Classic Instant Camera

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:07:05 PST

* Product Dimensions: 8 x 5.8 x 3.1 inches * Shipping Weight: 2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) * Shipping: Currently, item can be shipped only within the U.S....

If'n Books + Marks : Accordion Kit

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:06:50 PST

The Accordion Photo Album Kit is a terrific way to learn solid bookbinding basics! Accordion fold books are a simple and classy way to show off your photos, drawings,...

The Secret to Happiness is Being Well-Rounded... The Photo Circle Cutter

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:05:45 PST

Cassette tapes. Pop tarts. Your photos. Why should Rectangle and Square get dibs on everything cool? What about poor Circle? Count on The Photo Circle Cutter to give your...

A List Apart -->

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 08:02:22 PST

We’ve always wanted to live in a fish tank. There – we said it! So we have odd ambitions. At least with the DIY Fisheye Lens, we’re (kinda) there. With it, we can give...

How to Photograph the Holidays — From Around the Web

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:59:30 PST

You’ve decked the halls with miles of tiny bulbs. Your front lawn is a gleaming monument to electric lighting. Even the neighbors have taken to wearing sunglasses 24/7....

Photo Garland

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:29:18 PST

This simple sewing project will add a decorative edge to any project, and it doesn't even require fabric -- it uses paper instead!

Freehand Embroidery

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:28:41 PST

1. Prewash and dry T-shirt. 2. Download templates (dragonfly, elephant, fire truck, giraffe, tractor) or create your own line drawing by choosing a photograph of a...

Keepsake Stocking

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:27:10 PST

This homespun stocking is a wonderful way to mark a first Christmas -- as well as his second, third, and fourth. Every year, add a new felt shape representing some...

Family Tree Photo Cards

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:25:18 PST

A handmade card with photographs depicting different generations shows that the things mothers and daughters have in common transcend the passing styles of the times.

Modern Cross-Stitch Projects

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:24:38 PST

A bag with a decorative silhouette is more than a useful carrier; it's a conversation piece. Any profile-your child's, your own, or a friend's-can be enlarged and used...

Memories Page by Page

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:23:08 PST

If a picture is worth a thousand words, a scrapbook, with its photographs and mementos, is worth many more. It can offer tangible links to the past: The viewer has the...

Embroidering Towels

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:22:15 PST

To embroider this design on any sewing or embroidery machine, convert the design in your embroidery software according to your hoop or machine manufacturer instructions.

Paper Heart Wrappings

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:15:11 PST

Opening a mysterious gift packet is even more thrilling when the wrapping itself turns out to be a beautiful valentine. Start by selecting decorative papers; origami...

Rainbow Wall Shelves

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:13:56 PST

Think of all the ways you can arrange our exclusive shelves. Each set includes three 11 3/8x8 1/8x5" wood modules: white on the outside, bright on the inside. Specify...

Good Stuff

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:12:37 PST

When I first saw Heidi Lauman's work, I thought it was made with some kind of printmaking technique. Then I discovered that it's actually cut paper! Crazy-intricate cut...

Millennium Falcon Cat Bed

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:10:17 PST

Welcome to the CRAFT Blog! Your daily source for craft projects and inspiration. What's New Felt Club XL Holiday and Maker Square Felt Club XL Holiday, happens on Sunday,...

DIY Jewel Case Frames: Wonderful Wall Art Faster than you can say Polar Bears!

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:10:00 PST

Here are the 7 simple steps you just watched: * Remove the plastic insides of your jewel case. Take out the paper insert and remove the perforated edges. Use this as a...

Chic Storage

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:08:53 PST

Collect an assortment of shoe boxes in various sizes. Using wallpaper of your choice and masking tape, wrap each box and lid separately like you would wrap a gift.

Bella Dia

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:08:30 PST

One of my new keywords this year is repurpose: taking an old or unused object and changing it so that it can be used in a new way. If you're a thrifter or a crafter this...

White Butterfly Rainbow Butterfly Baby Bib

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:07:45 PST

Butterfly baby bib. Large white butterfly with small rainbow butterfly inside. Graphic butterfly design baby bib. Rainbow butterfly design infant bib with butterflies....

Felt Cat Toy Critters / TUTORIAL WITH PATTERN

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:04:32 PST

Oh, oh, Look what the cat dragged in! Your Kitty's gonna love these Cat Toy Critters. Fill em with catnip or hang them from a string. Stinky will think your the cats...

Bella Dia

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:02:49 PST

that's a great idea! i just turned one of the boxes inside out last week and used it to ship some booties to my sister. she got a kick out of it. :) What a great idea! I...

decoupage

Sun, 10 Feb 2008 07:00:30 PST

Almost done. It's sort of interesting to note: All this stuff reminds me of good times and great friends. Every piece has a story. I'll be happy when it's on the wall.

Blank Notecard Sets

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 10:52:01 PST

We love cards. We love sending them, and we certainly love receiving them. It makes it that much more special when beautiful paper goods are embellished with a sweet note...

Wrapping Boxes

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 10:47:11 PST

Beautiful gift wrapping sends a message of thoughtfulness that is as important as the gift itself. Beautiful gift wrapping sends a message of thoughtfulnes that is as...

Embroidered Neon Medallion Pillow

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 07:22:23 PST

Cotton pillow topped with elaborate embroidery in bright colors. Hidden side zipper so you can remove the comfy insert for cleaning. Imported. Dry clean. * 16"l, 16"w *...

Little Blossom Painted Lantern

Fri, 08 Feb 2008 07:14:50 PST

Pretty painted lantern, perfect for moonlit strolls or adding a little bit of candlelit ambiance to any room. Hinged textured glass door opens to provide access to a...

Teva Durham's Cabled Capelet

Wed, 06 Feb 2008 07:33:11 PST

As seen in Interweave Knits Fall 2007, this pattern features a mock cable, and was designed by Teva Durham Takhi Stacy Charles updated this pattern on 9/19/2007 KNITTED...

Homemade Journal Pages (to print!)

Tue, 05 Feb 2008 17:27:20 PST

I designed these journals from scratch — literally. I made the image in Photoshop then added the journal prompts (50 in all) to the pages. I think the idea of a...

plum tree pillow

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 23:21:09 PST

A yin-and-yang balance of bright day and dark night landscapes, hand embroidered with lush foliage and butterflies. * Size zip * Cotton, polyester; polyfill * Dry clean *...

Talaluma Pillow, Rust

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 23:20:38 PST

Thickly boiled wool is patterned with sparrows and branches, leaves and mums. * Side zip * Wool, cotton; polyfill * Dry clean * 20" square * Imported

Talaluma Pillow, Rust

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 23:20:23 PST

Thickly boiled wool is patterned with sparrows and branches, leaves and mums. * Side zip * Wool, cotton; polyfill * Dry clean * 20" square * Imported

Talaluma Pillow, Olive

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 23:19:48 PST

Thickly boiled wool is patterned with scarlet and fuchsia mum appliques. * Side zip * Wool, cotton; polyfill * Dry clean * 20" square * Imported

Talaluma Pillow, Natural

Tue, 15 Jan 2008 23:19:23 PST

Stylized mums and daisy appliques in citrus shades whirl atop thickly boiled wool. * Side zip * Wool, cotton; polyfill * Dry clean * 20"L, 16"W * Imported