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• DIY Personalized Tie Clips

  

  Seems like guys these days are really into what I call the gentleman hipster look: vests, bow ties, trendy leather briefcases, and a quirky mustache, if they ca... Read more

  Posted on 17 December 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• DIY Patterned Wrapping Paper

  

  ‘Tis the season for giving, right? With Christmas right around the holidays, I thought it would be appropriate to share a tutorial on making your own patterned... Read more

  Posted on 12 December 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Crafting with Oil & Cotton

  

  I’ve always admired the vision behind the craft studio Oil & Cotton in Dallas. And I’ve been in awe of the shop and studio setup, too. Can I say it’s my dream... Read more

  Posted on 06 December 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• DIY Holiday Decor

  

  Every year, I look forward to breaking out our box of Christmas ornaments and decorating our tree. I remember doing this as a kid – it would take so long,... Read more

  Posted on 29 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Support etsyDallas on Cyber Monday!

  

  Happy Monday! Hope everyone had a festive Thanksgiving! Jeff and I are in Massachusetts visiting my family, and have been way busy gorging ourselves on all our... Read more

  Posted on 26 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• DIY Lace Ornaments

  

  I have to confess that I’ve been listening to Christmas music recently. I’m totally in the holiday mindset, and I seemed to have skipped Thanksgiving. It doesn’... Read more

  Posted on 21 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Our Third Birthiversary!

  

  On November 14, three years ago, we celebrated two happy occasions: our wedding, and my Dad’s birthday. Yup, that’s why we call it a birthiversary. Read more

  Posted on 14 November 2012 HOME

• Crafting for Sandy Relief

  

  If you’re subscribed to the etsy newsletter, you may have gotten the email announcing the Make it Better Craftalong. It’s an relief effort concocted by... Read more

  Posted on 14 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Inspiration // This is Your Life.

  

  My friend Andrea sent this to me today, and it was just what I needed. I’ve been struggling with contentment. It’s hard for me to feel good about myself, when... Read more

  Posted on 10 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Driven: a Passion for (plus Size) Fashion

  

  What does it take to be a fashion designer? Anslee, the talent behind Savannah Red Curvy Couture, can tell you all about it. She started off by sewing clothes... Read more

  Posted on 07 November 2012 FASHION, LIFESTYLE

• DIY Terrarium Necklace

  

  There’s something fun about wearing a little terrarium around your neck. They go surprisingly well with a lot of outfits. Come learn how to make your own over a... Read more

  Posted on 07 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS

• Puffy Paint Candleholder

  

  It’s never too early to start prepping for Christmas, right? I mean…they were selling peppermint mocha’s at Starbucks way before Halloween! Here’s a quick and... Read more

  Posted on 05 November 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• DIY Ring Bearer Pillow

  

  A friend from work is getting married next month, and asked me to make ring bearer pillows for the wedding. She wanted to incorporate a couple of her... Read more

  Posted on 31 October 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Adventures in Yarn Bombing

  

  This weekend marks the opening of Klyde Warren Park in Dallas. A new park is an exciting thing. And there’s a slew of activities and celebrations around its... Read more

  Posted on 26 October 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• CraftFair 101: Prep Time!

  

  Let’s talk craft fairs again. Last time we focused on applying for a fair. This is what happens next.So you got in! Congrats! Now it’s time to get working! Imag... Read more

  Posted on 25 October 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• {love} Besotted Brand

  

  Every time I see a cool giveaway on someone’s blog, I enter. I tweet about the giveaway for an extra entry. And I post it on my Facebook wall for yet another.... Read more

  Posted on 24 October 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Knitting Inspiration

  

  Now that the weather has finally cooled down, I’m itching to knit and crochet! I’ve been putzing around the interwebs, looking for things I want to make. And... Read more

  Posted on 19 October 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Craft Fair 101: a New Mini-series

  

  Image from my friend Rian; graphic by me. Over the weekend, I worked my first outdoor craft fair. It’s the third show I’ve ever done, and it was a good selling... Read more

  Posted on 16 October 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• Make Your Own Wax Seal

  

  Earlier this year, my pencil-eraser stamp tutorial was Freshly Pressed on the WordPress homepage. I got a crazy amount of comments on my blog that day, and I... Read more

  Posted on 12 October 2012 ARTS & CRAFTS, HOME

• A Quick Look Back

  

  One year ago, on October 9, I ran the Chicago Marathon. It was the run of my life. While I can’t say I’d do another full marathon, it sure was a great... Read more

  Posted on 09 October 2012 FAMILY, SPORTS