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Handmade News Goes on Hiatus
Well, I finally did it. I’m taking a sabbatical from writing for Handmade News, and I simply can’t tell you what a relief that is. It’s not that I can’t work within deadlines, it’s just that writing for so many places has just finally taken its toll. The fun thing about writing for a blog is that I can write when I want, as much or as little as I want. I’ve been known to post 3-4 posts in one day here, and nothing for weeks (or months in some cases.) Not so with a weekly feature. That’s like clockwork, and right now, clockwork does not fit into my schedule. If you ever wondered how I ever manage to get so much done in one day, the answer is… a lot of times I don’t. I sacrifice things like folded laundry and lawn mowing. The latter someone else does, the former I can’t seem to find anyone willing to take on. So maybe some of you will mourn the loss while others may not have even noticed that I wrote for an online newspaper. Whatever the case, future tutorials and such will likely land themselves over on Quilt Possible! This blog will continue to be about my core business, LoveBug Studios, and the adventures I have with making things and using my long arm, Mr. Darcy. Happy quilting!
Wednesday Recommends from HMN
Some great articles this week! A to Z of Craft Techniques: Ribbon – I didn’t realize that this columnist is literally going A-Z with her techniques. She’s on “R” right now! Hands Up, This Is a Robbery! Part I – tips for protecting yourself on-line.5 Ways to Build Buyer Confidence – Get Inspired! – Good ways to spruce up your on-line business. Happy quilting!
Wednesday Recommends from HMN
Have you been to HandmadeNews.org lately? The site has been completely made over, and it’s looking great! Here are some articles to pique your interest & get you over to the site! Fiber Friday – Experiments in TexturePainting – Inspired by Unexpected MaterialsRepurposed Tools Happy quilting!
Wednesday Recommends from HMN
Here are this week’s picks! Crafting With Your GardenItem of the Day: 3 in 1How to Make a Gorgeous Ribbon Headband Happy quilting!
Wednesday Recommends from HMN
Here are a few cool articles: Monograms: It’s All About You Birthday Party Planning Made Easy: Enlist your Crafty Kid Free Shopping Anyone? Happy quilting!
Wednesday Recommends from HMN
Here are a few articles for your reading pleasure on HandmadeNews.org! You Can’t Use Human Bones, Can You? Bones Series Part 4 – Can you say CREEPY four times fast? Don’t ask how I happened to miss the first three articles in this series. The scary thing is that the answer to this question is yes…A Gathering of Animals – Technically the article is about what to call groups of animals (a gathering of geese for example is a gaggle) but I confess I liked it for the pictures.Item of the Day: Wonderful Wirework – Another article worthy of checking out, although the picture says it all. Happy quilting!
Wednesday Recommends from HMN
Another short & sweet… A to Z of Craft Techniques: KumihimoChristmas in July: Planning for the HolidaysHow to Make a Simple Square Pin Cushion!! Happy quilting!
Wednesday Recommends from HMN
This is going to be a quickie – I don’t think I even have time to tell you why you should read these! DIY Ten Minute Recycled Tee Shirt ToteTop Ten Reasons Why Gift Store Buyers Might Reject Handcrafted ProductsHow to Make Simple Alterations to Your Sewing Pattern Happy quilting!
Wednesday Recommends from HMN
My Blogger is buggy! I was all set to have this one publish on time, but it just sat there in the queue. So even though the date says Wednesday, I had to force it to push out today! Very annoying… Reclaim Creativity! – Making items from recycled materialsSummer Strawberry Fun – What’s better than chocolate? In the summertime, it’s strawberries!Item of the Day: Time for Fun – This isn’t really an article, but you HAVE TO see this clock! Happy quilting!
Wednesday Recommends from HMN
Here are some great reads from HandmadeNews.org! How to Preserve Your Original, Uncut, Multiple-size Sewing Patterns – Definitely something I need to do. Sham Wow? – A biting expose of those little cloths! In case you were wondering… Best Chocolate Cake Ever! And It’s Vegan Too. – Who can resist chocolate cake? Happy quilting!
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