Darlene Bishop

10 Tips for organizing a crop for National Scrapbook Day

It's not too late to get a few friends together for a scrapbooking crop for National Scrapbook Day! Here are 10 simple tips to help you plan it quickly and get organized to spend the day preserving...

Make your own fun and stylish hat for the Kentucky Derby

If you plan to attend the 138th Kentucky Derby on May 5, 2012, you probably already have the hat you intend to wear. After all, ladies' hats are as much a part of the Derby as mint juleps...

Crafty consideration for the National Day of Prayer

Thursday, May 3, marks 2012's annual observance of the National Day of Prayer. This is a day that people of all faiths are asked to set aside time to pray for the United States. While George Washington may...

Quilters delight in over 400 quilts on display

If you like quilts and you're looking for a fun, informative event to visit this week, check out the 36th Annual Quilt Show at historic Sauder Village in Archbold, Ohio. The show runs from Tuesday, May 1 through...

7 ways for crafters to get involved in National Volunteer Month

Since April is National Volunteer Month, it's the ideal time for crafters—whatever the craft of choice—to take part by making crafts for a worthy cause. Whether it's crocheting afghans, hats or shawls...

Creativity blossoms even during tough economy

According to The Craft & Hobby Association (CHA) trade group, half of the folks in the US create at least one craft project every year. This is good news for stores like Michael's and Hobby Lobby, both...

Usher in Spring with a garden full of crocheted flowers and plants

Spring is in the air and it can also be lurking in your yarn stash. If you're looking for a fun spring project to crochet, or want a simple project to learn on, crochet flowers are a...

Remember the Titanic with an ephemera collage

Tuesday, April 15, 2012 marks the one hundred year anniversary of the sinking of the British passenger liner RMS Titanic. Probably the most famous ship in all history, the Titanic was deemed "unsinkable," yet the huge...

Crafter's Companion Wins Crafts Beautiful Best Website 2009 Award

Offering such inspirational features such as a tiered membership, discounts and free delivery based on customer loyalty, Crafter’s Companion was chosen as the best Craft Site of 2009. In addition to their extensive galleries, projects, downloads, competitions, tips...

Craft a Bit 'O The Green to Wear on St. Patrick's Day

Craft this green shamrock pin for St. Patrick's day and keep from getting pinched! This holiday, that was originally made to honor a young Welshman of the fifth century who devoted his life to God, is filled with...

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