My post-CHA Summer 2012 weekend in Chicago went something like this: “OMG, shoes! I must have the shoes!” “Break-your-own-geodes? I’ve wanted to do this since I was five!” “Pancakes with fried plantains on top? Brilliant!” “Two uninterrupted hours of crocheting on the plane? Perfect!” Giant e-hugs to my darling friend Aubs, who facilitated a wonderful … Continue reading
On Wednesday, I was a host in the Creativity Lounge at the iLoveToCreate booth, where I got to spend part of the afternoon hanging out and crafting with fellow bloggers and CHA Summer 2012 attendees! Folks who stopped by the booth could make a cute, simple flower brooch in less that 5 minutes. Here’s how … Continue reading
Day one at CHA Summer 2012 dawned—in true Chicago fashion—hot, sunny, and humid. Luckily, the trade show floor was nice and cool, so Team CTD mostly avoided melting into awkward puddles of glitter and fabric. Here’s a taste of what we saw: The Crafty Couture dress pictured above is Urban Doodles by Lorine Mason. Crafty … Continue reading
In celebration of CHA Summer 2012, I made a fancy new bicycle skirt to wear on the show floor! Heading to the show? Say hello if you spot me! Can’t make it this year? Get up-to-the-minute updates on all of the crafty goings on by following me on Twitter and Facebook. I’m so excited to … Continue reading