Sunday Blog Party - Show Us Your Handmades

Welcome to our Sunday Blog Party. We would love to have you show us what you are making.

You are allowed to add 3 links to your shops or your blog.

The rules are simple:
1. Follow our blog
2. Handmade items only.
3. You may list up to 3 items each week.
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 below and add your items.
And if you would like to add a link to the party you can grab this button below.

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Witches Stitches – Dried Carrot Pumpkin and Snowman Noses

I know it may seem early in the season to be working on Fall and Halloween items, but in the world of crafting for sale you always have to be one season ahead. I have used many things for my pumpkin and snowman noses. The thing I find works best is an antique square head nail or a dried baby carrot. It may be hard to find old nails, I am sure you can find them on etsy or ebay. Dried carrots are easy to make and look great. You can just stitch them on and they stay perfect.

Here is how to make them – Preheat your oven to 170 degrees

Step one – Buy a package of baby carrots. Put a sheet of parchment paper on a cookie sheet and place the carrots on it. Make sure they are all spread out, don’t let them touch.

Step 2 – Put them in your preheated oven and let them sit in there for 12 to 14 hours. I know this seems like a long time, and they might even take longer. But you want to get all the moisture out of them. If they still have moisture in them they can mold. Every couple of hours or so you might want to flip them over.

Step 3 – Once you are sure they are done, (they will be stiff and all shriveled and dried up), A good test is to take one or two of them out of the oven wait till they cool and press them onto a paper towel. If you see moisture, pop them back in for a bit, sprinkle some cinnamon on them, (not to mch), and then flip them and do the other side. Let them sit on the cookie sheet until they are good and cool. Know you have noses to use on you fall and winter items.

Handmade Spotlight - Sweet Love for Coral

Check out this lovely collection coral colored handmade items. They're so pretty! To see each item up close, CLICK HERE.

Jacquie's Up-Cycle Nation: Beach Time!

The school year is winding down and parking spots along the boardwalk are filling up! Whether it's a fresh water lake, salty sands, or the backyard pool; these Etsy up-cycle artists have the perfect summer accessory for sun-kissed days!

Custom messages surrounded with soft sea glass add instant whimsy to any summer décor.  Contact ScrabbledMessages to custom order a cottage sentiment of your own!

Carry the beach wherever you go with a wristwatch up-cycled to display wee sea life treasures. Pick up this cutie and browse more sea-inspired gems at SeaShellsCreations.

Lighten the load by gathering all those swim necessities in one bag.  This oh-so-beach burlap bag from BackAlleyChic is stylish, environmentally conscious, and a do-gooder.  A portion of the proceeds goes to the ALS foundation to help find a cure for Lou Gehrig's Disease.

 Every summer needs a good project!  Try out a vintage pattern from CreationsbyMESHELL.  Instant downloads mean no waiting for the mail! 

Round out the summer beach day with a luxurious natural sponge!  These bathing beauties do double duty as décor and indulgence! Choose the perfect size from TropicalSeaSponges. Use the coupon code DadDeal20 to receive 20% off all sponges until June 15!

 To find more fabulous up-cycled beach fun search upcycled summer on Etsy.

LOVE  &  UP-CYCLE NATION!

Jacquie Wheeler

Hand of Bela Peck

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Sunday Blog Party - Show Us Your Handmades

Welcome to our Sunday Blog Party. We would love to have you show us what you are making.

You are allowed to add 3 links to your shops or your blog.

The rules are simple:
1. Follow our blog
2. Handmade items only.
3. You may list up to 3 items each week.
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 below and add your items.
And if you would like to add a link to the party you can grab this button below.

<a href="http://www.byyourhands.com" target="_blank"><img src="http://i782.photobucket.com/albums/yy110/ByYourHands/blogparty.jpg">, </a>

An InLinkz Link-up