double

double the classes, double the fun

sort of overrode my realizing...

double the work, double the logistics

so please imagine me as that spinning gear on your computer that is spinning and spinning, 

working to get everything ready for you

more sneak peaks from our Project Run-Through

velvet bow hair comb

fabric pom pom

chalkboard paint jars

chevron necklace

washi tape journals

project run-through

we are working hard over here with our Project Run-Through

making all kinds of mistakes

evolving the project ideas to our taste

learning better and more efficient ways to teach our classes

all for your benefit

{ok, so we may be having a bit of fun too}

bits and pieces shown of

enamel painted glass

stamped jewelry

growth chart

classes

keep checking back...more to come

with online registration on target for later this week!!

gathering pretty things

i am gathering pretty things for Craft Explosion

cut glass, cabochon flowers, washi tape... oh my

we are in the gathering and preparing mode

all this next week all the instructors will be laboring in 

Project Run-Through

we will be dissecting, hammering, and working out the kinks of all of our classes

to create smooth and successful projects for you to create

this week i will be posting little previews of the classes as we work through them

as well as introducing you to the women putting in the elbow grease

my hope is that online registration will begin at the end of next week!

oh i'm getting so anxious i could explode:)

check back for our sneak peeks...

2012 Craft Explosion Lineup

i am happy to present your 2012 Craft Explosion lineup.

the amount of classes has expanded this year as has the interest in the event!

Pinterest is a fabulous tool in discovering trending bloggers and creatives and i have been inspired by the remarkable ideas that are floating around just waiting to be put into action!  

we will be having 13 classes for you to choose from!!

2 nights {Nov 14 & 15}, each 3 hours long and divided into 2 sessions - 

call me crazy but i want to see how many people we can comfortably squeeze in my house

class times and fees will be posted shortly 

and online registration will begin!

plus you will get to meet the ladies that will make it all happen.

clear your calendar

and follow this blog to get the latest details on the event.

thank you everyone for helping to spread the word about Craft Explosion.

grab a button from the sidebar to put on your blog

share it on Facebook

pin it to your Pinterest boards

dial up a friend and plan your carpool

with no further ado...your 2012 Craft Explosion lineup.

Needle Felting Elbow Patches

http://luckypony.co.za/d-i-y-heart-shaped-elbow-patches-swoon/

Washi Tape and Gold Foil Tape Journals

http://www.designlovefest.com/2012/08/make-it-18/#

Enamel Paint on Glass

http://ohsolovelyblog.blogspot.com/2012/05/entertaining-made-lovely-diy-glass_01.html



Chevron Necklace

http://www.dismountcreative.com/diy-chevron-necklace
{two separate necklaces shown}

Velvet Ribbon Bow Hair Comb

http://www.etsy.com/listing/65592967/mustard-yellow-velvet-ribbon-bow-hair?utm_campaign=Share&utm_medium=PageTools&utm_source=Pinterest

Leather Bow Bracelet

http://ohthelovelythings.blogspot.com/2011/04/diy-tutorial-how-to-make-leather-bow.html

Growth Chart

http://blog.silhouetteamerica.com/2012/03/diy-growth-chartwall-art.html

Personalized Stamped Washer Jewelry

http://www.the36thavenue.com/2011/07/believe.html

{general examples of the class concept}

Chalkboard Paint Jars

http://artnsewl.blogspot.com/2009/09/chalk-it-up-to-paint.html

{exact label shapes may vary}

Mercury Glass

http://www.homeheartcraft.com/blog/diy-mercury-glass

Fabric Pom Pom

http://www.apartmenttherapy.com/easy-inexpensive-fabric-pompom-105211

Paint Dipped Utensils

http://www.littlebitfunky.com/2012/03/painting-wooden-spoons.html

Spray Painted Shoes

http://greenweddingshoes.com/diy-neon-toe-shoes/ AND

http://grosgrainfabulous.blogspot.com/2010/05/total-shoe-redo-paint.html

Ka-Pow, Craft Explosion is on

{photo by alibubba}

well its finally happening
CRAFT EXPLOSION  that is

after all that has been happening in my life
{need to catch up... don't feel bad, me too... you can read up here}
i almost let it pass by, just not sure i had it in me,
but i decided to i must do it for several important reasons:
* i would be so sad if i didn't do it, i had a blast last year, can you believe its been a whole year?
* i miss you ladies, i need your energy and craftiness
* i desperately need a creative rush, and there are so many amazing projects just calling our names
* my daddy was such a supporter of my classes, and i know he would want me to carry on

so it is decided
CRAFT EXPLOSION will happen on
NOVEMBER 14 and 15 {Wed and Thurs}
dependent on one very important condition

YOU

won't you be my teacher
won't you please
please won't you be
my teacher

oh its so much fun,
you know you want to
just ask them how much fun it was

look for possible class choices for you to choose to teach
or just come and craft away for two fantabulous nights
{sorry, no sleepover}
and all the fun details
coming very soon

July Class: Bring your projects or join mine - Open Sewing Night

hello ladies...
hope you are enjoying your summer!
poolside lounging, sweet and sour lemonade, sand between your toes, a little backyard camping
if you are looking for a little reprieve (namely from some little, or not so little, kiddos)
come join us

THIS WEDNESDAY, JULY 11th

7:30 - 9:30 pm

@Briana Johnson's House

for an OPEN SEWING NIGHT

bring whatever project you have been wanting to tackle this summer

{maybe that quilt you started last month...ahem...oh wait, that's me}

or you can join me 

{as i ignore my unfinished quilt for one more night}

and try your hand at making some pretty little hair accessories for your adorable little girl...or for that upcoming baby shower

just bring your metal hair clips, fabric scraps, felt, beads, ribbon, gems, etc

with your hot glue gun and glue sticks

felicity is in some dire need of some new hair adornment as our supply has seriously dwindled 

with traces of her collection scattered across the valley i have no doubt

just holler and let us know you will be joining us

folding chairs, tables, lamps, and extension cords always appreciated

see you WEDNESDAY

ooooohhhhh how could i forget???!!!

check back soon as i will be posting the possible classes for SEPTEMBER's CRAFT EXPLOSION that will be up for grabs to teach.  volunteer to teach and you're guaranteed a finished project of your choice:)

photo source: bomobob

Basic Quilt Piecing and Car Seat Quilt Class

hello everyone...

sorry to keep you guessing but i think you will agree that this class will be worth the wait!

this month i will be handing over the reins to a success story of our sewing group:

Marcie Harris

Marcie first took her sewing machine out of her box at one of our first classes and has since caught on fire with sewing, in particular quilting.  she was inspired from this blog Moda Bake Shop

and created her own car seat quilt {first photo shown} which is perfect for the beginner quilter.  she will be teaching a basic quilt piecing class while teaching you how to make this darling quilt

BASIC QUILT PIECING and 

CAR SEAT QUILT CLASS

THIS WED, JUN 13th from 7:30 to 9:30 pm

at Briana Johnson's Home

Here is the class introduction by Marcie:


Above is the link that inspired the Car Seat Lap Quilt. I just chose an easier pattern to piece and made it a little smaller.

We will have an intro to basic quilt piecing including how to cut, piece, & bind.



What you need
30 5 x 5 inch squares
3/4 yard for backing { I used minky}
3/4 yard of flannel {for a thinner quilt} or batting {for a warmer quilt}
yarn for tieing.
2 - 1-1/2" x 28 strips for ties
2-1/2" strips totaling 115" for binding


iron
ironing board
hand sewing needle
thread
rotary cutter and plastic guide ruler {if you have one, Marcie will be bringing hers}

Total quilt will be approx 24 x 28

I used 5 different prints and bought a 1/4 yard of each, which was more than enough. To bind the quilt buy a little extra of one of the prints. I didn't have enough so I am using two different fabrics for the binding. You will also use scraps for the ties. 

You MUST cut the 5 inch squares with a rotary cutter. Please let me know if you would like to come use mine!! In quilting we work with 1/4" seems so the cutting has to be precise.

***


Ideally if you could come with all of your pieces cut, that would make it possible for Marcie to teach all of the other essential quilting techniques during our class.  
I do know that some of you are absolutely intimidated by cutting, so try your best, but if you are just feeling overwhelmed or do not have access to a rotary cutter {and can not come over to her house earlier to use hers}, please come with your fabric and come learn the techniques.  


I am soooo excited for this class.  It is something that is new to me!  I always loving learning new techniques.  Please join us and give us a holler if you will be joining us.  

Super Cute Anthropolie Necklace

Come and make this Beautiful Anthropolie-inspired easy to make necklace. 

Here is what you need....

• Fabric for necklace and ruffles – I used a sort of sheer fabric I had on hand 

• Beads – 3 sizes. Buy the cheapies – they don’t show. The largest bead I used was 1/2″ diameter, then two smaller sizes. I got my beads at Michael's. 

• Thread to match

• Sewing machine

• Safety pin

Cut your fabric into long pieces – measuring total of around 90″ long by 2″. Mine were 2 pieces that I sewed together in the middle. That’s no big deal, we’ll just hide the seam in a knot.

Cut out your circles – 2 1/2″ diameter. I used 22 but you would want to cut out a few more in case you want it a little rufflier.

Thats all you need to make it!!

Sew... come on over to Brianas home this wednesday,  June 13th at 7:30pm and you will leave looking fabulous with your new cute necklace. 

See you all there. 

~Heather