Scrapbooking paper storage can be quite a challenge at times. Take a peek at these ideas on how to store your papers.
Thank you for joining us,
Deena Davis
www.byyourhands.blogspot.com
Monday, January 31, 2011
Sunday, January 30, 2011
Blog Party Sunday --- Show Us Your Sale Listings
It's blog party time again. I thought it would be a good time to show off your sale items. Do you have some things you are wanting to clear out of your inventory? Are you having a sale on valentine merchandise? We would love to see what you have so don't hesitate to join us today.
The rules are simple:
1. Follow our blog
2. Handmade items only.
3. You may list up to 3 items.
4. Family friendly items only.
The success of this link party depends on the participants so spread the word to your friends, visit the shops, post about it on your blog, in a forum or on your favorite social networking site, grab the button and put it on your blog or website.
Just click on the Add Your Link button at the end of this post and add your items.
And if you would like to add a link to the party you can grab this button below.
The rules are simple:
1. Follow our blog
2. Handmade items only.
3. You may list up to 3 items.
4. Family friendly items only.
The success of this link party depends on the participants so spread the word to your friends, visit the shops, post about it on your blog, in a forum or on your favorite social networking site, grab the button and put it on your blog or website.
Just click on the Add Your Link button at the end of this post and add your items.
And if you would like to add a link to the party you can grab this button below.
Friday, January 28, 2011
Trash to Treasure ---- Boxes
Here are some clever makeovers for boxes you would ordinarily throw away. What pretty ways to organize your home.
Instuctions on Life in Rehab.
These decorated cereal boxes are a great project to do with kids. Instructions on Meyamo
The how-to for this box is on Your Decorating Hotline.
Fabric covered boxes by The Borrowed Abode.
Hope these makeovers inspires you to recycle those boxes you have around your house.
Thanks for visiting today.
Bette
Hope these makeovers inspires you to recycle those boxes you have around your house.
Thanks for visiting today.
Bette
Wednesday, January 26, 2011
Handmade Spotlight - Clean Up Your Act
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Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Tuesday Tutorial ---- Recycle Your Tshirts
Here are some fun things to do with your old tshirts.
Make these cute pom poms from Craftaholics Anonymous.
Or how about a t-shirt shrug from Cut Out And Keep.
Turn an old t-shirt into a shopping bag and help the environment with Martha.
Can you believe these skirts are made from men's t-shirts? Find the instructions on Sew Like My Mom.
Hope this inspires you to do something different with your old tshirts.
Thanks for visiting today.
Bette
Make these cute pom poms from Craftaholics Anonymous.
Or how about a t-shirt shrug from Cut Out And Keep.
Turn an old t-shirt into a shopping bag and help the environment with Martha.
Can you believe these skirts are made from men's t-shirts? Find the instructions on Sew Like My Mom.
Hope this inspires you to do something different with your old tshirts.
Thanks for visiting today.
Bette
Monday, January 24, 2011
Inspiring Blogs to Help us Get Organized
Today, I'd like to share some of my favorite blogs that pertain to organizing. The photos and articles you'll find on these blogs are very inspiring.
The first one I'll start with is... www.delightfulorder.blogspot.com Her home looks so neat and orderly. Wonder if I could get her to come stay with me for a week or two?
This next blog, www.chriskauffman.blogspot.com has a wonderful post on how organizing can feel so good. Check out this great organized closet.
If you have any organizing tips we'd love to hear them. You can post a comment below or send us an email at byyourhandsblog@gmail.com
Thank you for joining us today.
Deena Davis
www.byyourhands.blogspot.com
The first one I'll start with is... www.delightfulorder.blogspot.com Her home looks so neat and orderly. Wonder if I could get her to come stay with me for a week or two?
This next blog, www.chriskauffman.blogspot.com has a wonderful post on how organizing can feel so good. Check out this great organized closet.
Here is another good one I'd like to share, www.organizingmadefun.blogspot.com Their closet makeover is awesome too.
Thank you for joining us today.
Deena Davis
www.byyourhands.blogspot.com
Sunday, January 23, 2011
Blog Party Sunday --- Show Us Your New Listings
It's blog party time again. It's your chance to show off what you have been making for the new year.
The rules are simple:
1. Follow our blog
2. Handmade items only.
3. You may list up to 3 items.
4. Family friendly items only.
The success of this link party depends on the participants so spread the word to your friends, visit the shops, post about it on your blog, in a forum or on your favorite social networking site, grab the button and put it on your blog or website.
Just click on the Add Your Link button at the end of this post and add your items.
And if you would like to add a link to the party you can grab this button below.
The rules are simple:
1. Follow our blog
2. Handmade items only.
3. You may list up to 3 items.
4. Family friendly items only.
The success of this link party depends on the participants so spread the word to your friends, visit the shops, post about it on your blog, in a forum or on your favorite social networking site, grab the button and put it on your blog or website.
Just click on the Add Your Link button at the end of this post and add your items.
And if you would like to add a link to the party you can grab this button below.
Saturday, January 22, 2011
Handmade Sampler Giveaway - Advertising For Your Business
With the new year comes renewed business plans for the handmade crafter. That usually includes advertising for your business.
Our new giveaway is for a three month paid ad on one of our topsites.
There will be three ads given away, one for each of three of our topsites, and the giveaway is open to everyone who has an online shop or a crafting blog.
Rules to Enter:
1. You must be a follower of this blog.
2. Leave a comment letting us know which topsite you would like your ad to be on if you win.
Here is the list of our topsites. All topsites have free banner advertising so feel free to join and add your banner to any of them you are eligible to join.
For Etsy Shops:
http://top100etsyshops.gotop100.com/
For Artfire Shops:
http://top100artfireshops.gotop100.com/
For Crafting Bloggers:
http://top100handcrafterblogs.gotop100.com/
For Printables, Web Designers, Scrapbookers:
http://topprintablesandgraphicssites.gotop100.com/
For Pattern Designers and Sellers
http://top100patternsites.gotop100.com/
The giveaway will start today, Saturday, January 22, 2011, and the winner will be announced on Friday, February 11, 2011 . We will announce it here and contact you by the email address you have left. Final day to enter is Thursday, February 10, 2011.
Our new giveaway is for a three month paid ad on one of our topsites.
There will be three ads given away, one for each of three of our topsites, and the giveaway is open to everyone who has an online shop or a crafting blog.
Rules to Enter:
1. You must be a follower of this blog.
2. Leave a comment letting us know which topsite you would like your ad to be on if you win.
Here is the list of our topsites. All topsites have free banner advertising so feel free to join and add your banner to any of them you are eligible to join.
For Etsy Shops:
http://top100etsyshops.gotop100.com/
For Artfire Shops:
http://top100artfireshops.gotop100.com/
For Crafting Bloggers:
http://top100handcrafterblogs.gotop100.com/
For Printables, Web Designers, Scrapbookers:
http://topprintablesandgraphicssites.gotop100.com/
For Pattern Designers and Sellers
http://top100patternsites.gotop100.com/
The giveaway will start today, Saturday, January 22, 2011, and the winner will be announced on Friday, February 11, 2011 . We will announce it here and contact you by the email address you have left. Final day to enter is Thursday, February 10, 2011.
Friday, January 21, 2011
We Have A Winner For the Purse Giveaway
Congratulations to Deb of Paxton Valley Folk Art from Canada on winning the purse from Bette of Handmade By Bette.
Meet Deb on her blog, http://paxtonvalleyfolkart.blogspot.com/
The winner was picked using the true random number generator on Random.org. We want to thank ALL of you who took the time to enter and for all the wonderful comments.
Meet Deb on her blog, http://paxtonvalleyfolkart.blogspot.com/
The winner was picked using the true random number generator on Random.org. We want to thank ALL of you who took the time to enter and for all the wonderful comments.
Would you like to be a sponsor for one of the giveaways on our blog? It is a great way to get your craft business noticed. For information email us at byyourhandsblog@gmail.com
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Today's Featured Artist --- Teresa's Prim Treasures
Today's featured artist is Teresa Miller of Teresa's Prim Treasures.
Tell us a little about you?
I'm married to Jeff and a mother to 3 wonderful children..... Stephanie is married with a son and a daughter.... Brittany is married with 2 sons and a daughter.... JC is a Junior in college! I love being a grammy!
I've lived all my life in rural PA...... grew up about 1 1/2 hours North of where I have lived for the last 22 years. My hobbies are crafting, rug hooking and I love to cook!
I've lived all my life in rural PA...... grew up about 1 1/2 hours North of where I have lived for the last 22 years. My hobbies are crafting, rug hooking and I love to cook!
How long have you been in business?
I have been crafting since 1989!
How did you get started?
I started out making Amish dolls for a local gift shop.... then expanded into the dressed bunnies (remember those back in the early 90's?) I had 3 small children and I wanted to stay at home with them so this was a way for me to have some spending money!
A few years later I started setting up at craft shows and was soooooooooo excited to have others buying my creations! In 1996 I opened a website and doors have really opened since that!!! I've met so many wonderful ladies over the years!
A few years later I started setting up at craft shows and was soooooooooo excited to have others buying my creations! In 1996 I opened a website and doors have really opened since that!!! I've met so many wonderful ladies over the years!
What is involved in making your craft?
When it comes to the wood products.... the hardest thing is getting my husband to the woodshop! LOL He will only make the item for me.........I then need to do the sanding, painting and staining! He will help me with hinges and knobs when it comes time to put things together! I'm not good at that! I usually only do the wood items during the warm months because I have no heated workshop with ventilation!
I use purchased patterns for sewing and some I have created myself! When I decide to make something I never do just one! I find it easier to create in multiples! I may take a day and trace patterns onto the fabric, next day do the sewing so I have the items to cut out and turn when I set down in the evenings after dinner (and my husband thinks I'm spending time with him)LOL!
I also like to do the stuffing in the evenings which can be done while watching TV. Next day I will put together, paint and finish up what needs done!
When I get tired of sewing I will take a few days to do some detailed painting! I'm not an artist but do enjoy using some simple painting patterns that others have drawn.
I love shopping for fabric which is a very important part of creating the perfect sewing item! Nothing like finding that perfect print for a bonnet and finishing it off to look old and well used!
What is your favorite thing to make?
I really do so many different things but right now my most favorite thing to make involves wool appliques! I love to make penny rugs and other wool appliqued items like my cell phone/camera/IPod sleeves! I can't get enough of them right now!
Do you have set hours to work?
I don't really have set hours to work! I do find myself crafting everyday though! My evenings are spent doing the hand work like stitchery's and working with wool appliques.
What are your future plans for your business?
To continue to grow online and also start having an open house in the Fall. My husband is hoping to retire in a couple of years which will mean more wood products year round.
What does handcrafting mean to you?
Handcrafting to me means being able to create a work of art in your own style! Producing a "treasure" that will last a lifetime!
Where do you sell your crafts at? Online and Craft shows here in PA.
ETSY http://www.teresasprimtreasures.etsy.com
Website http://www.teresasprimitivetreasures.comBlog http://www.teresasprimtreasures.blogspot.com
July 9, 2011 Caledonia Start Park Arts and Craft Show, Fayetteville, PA
August 13, 2011 Lititz Rotary Club Arts and Craft Show, Lititz, PA
August 27, 2011 Shippensburg Corn Festival, Shippensburg, PA
October 8, 2011 Hartslog Days, Alexandria, PA
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Handmade Spotlight - There's a Pattern Here
You'll find a nice array of primitive patterns here.
Most are in pdf format, so you could be well on your way to creating something primtastic today.
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