To be quite honest with you, I was having difficulties figuring out how to begin writing this blog today – however the more I thought about it, how many really know or understand what Steampunk even means? Do you? If you “Google” Steampunk you’ll find over 30,400 links/topics. Now I understand not everyone has time […] Read more…
The flowers have wilted and chocolates have been consumed we’re now off to the next holiday. St. Patrick’s Day – I know it’s quick holiday and some rather just skip right over to Easter for those cute adorable bunnies and beautiful spring colors. But today, hopefully I’ll inspire you to get into a little bit of […] Read more…
The way to a crafter’s heart is a box of BUTTONS – did you honestly think I was going to say chocolate? Okay we all know that works too! But, why not surprise her or a loved one with something special and out of the ordinary! Today I’m going to show you how to create […] Read more…
Cards you can always buy, but today your creating a keepsake that they can treasure all year round “Mini Valentine Button Heart Plaques” . You can create one or all three for the special someone’s in your life – even if it’s for yourself! Materials: Love Plaque: Crafting with buttons 470002803 & 470002806 Gem Heart: La Petite […] Read more…
Looking to wear something special for that special day (no, not that day) Valentine’s Day! Sure you can wear a sweet pink or red sweater but how about adding a piece of jewelry that you actually created. That’s right I’m going to show you how to create your own Valentine’s jewelry for you to keep […] Read more…
How fitting for this project to be called just that…if you read my blog from the other day I showed you how to dye your Favorite Findings wood button hearts. So today I’m finishing up my project so that I can share it with you just in time. So this is what I created and what you […] Read more…
I’ve been waiting since the fall to do this blog – dying button hearts! To dye or not to dye – and well I did. I wanted to see the “shades” I would get and overall I was pleasantly happy! The results were fun and each button brings on a new life! Today’s blog is […] Read more…
Tick tock the clock is ticking and before you know it you’ll be standing in line for some box of chocolates or better yet for some flowers that just may last a week or so….So how about creating something from the heart – “Button Heart Love”. So what are you waiting for – lets go! […] Read more…
Oh Christmas Tree, OH BUTTON CHRISTMAS TREE…You may still have time to create this last minute home dec idea for your home or maybe that last minute gift idea! Although, in some areas it feels more like “spring has sprung” so let’s get started and get crafting! Materials: Crafting with Buttons – The Button Artist: Amazon […] Read more…
It’s that time of the year again! Christmas parties are in full swing and the competition for ugliest christmas sweater is fierce! This year I decided to finally participate in all the fun and make one of my own. We have so many fun products that would be perfect for a quirky sweater. We have […] Read more…
BRRR – “Baby, it’s Cold Outside” but in our case “Buttons, it’s cold outside”. Although it may not be in your neck of the woods, however, before you know it, you’re going to wish you had some hot cocoa to sip on. So as you’re sipping let’s get crafty and create these 3 Holiday projects created […] Read more…
Hoot Hoot? That’s right as in our Christmas Button Owls from our Favorite Findings Holiday collection at JoAnn Fabric & Craft Stores. These “whimsically” wrapped packages embellished with our buttons will surely put a smile on their faces. Materials Needed Buttons: Favorite Findings Christmas Owls #1624 (these are available at Joann’s stores) Mini Christmas #440 Snow […] Read more…