May 11, 2013

Scene It Saturday: Learn All About the NEW Martha Stewart Crafts Jewelry Program

Don’t just MAKE jewelry, CRAFT it! The Martha Stewart Crafts jewelry program takes jewelry making to a whole new level of sophistication, with innovative products and techniques that allows you to create your own unique fashion statement. In this video watch to learn more about this program. This new program will be available exclusively at Michaels. To learn more information on this new craft program visit www.plaidonline.com and www.michaels.com. View the video below or click here to watch it.

May 10, 2013

The Winner of the FolkArt Chunky Glitter and Crackle Medium Giveaway is…

Happy Friday! It’s time to announce the winner of this week’s giveaway. This week we’re are giving away some great items you’re sure to love. The items up for grabs are 2 FolkArt Chunk Glitter paints in Gold and Silver, along with a 4oz. bottle of FolkArt Crackle Medium. 1 lucky Paint Me Plaid reader will win this awesome paint prize pack. The winner is…

Congratulations

 Andra T.

 (Winner has been contacted via email)

In case you did not win this week’s giveaway, don’t worry we will be announcing another giveaway very soon. Make sure you subscribe and check back here on Paint Me Plaid daily, so you won’t miss out for your next chance to enter a great giveaway. Have a great weekend & Happy Mother’s Day

May 10, 2013

Freelance Friday: Mother’s Day Soiree Butterfly and Blooms Party Ideas

Moms around the world rejoice your special day is almost here. Mother’s Day is Sunday and with not much time left, we wanted to share with you a last minute decoration idea. One of our blogger friends, Malia from Yesterday on Tuesday, created an amazing party décor spread.

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May 9, 2013

Teaching Thursdays: Father’s Day Adventure Clock

Show Dad you would follow him anywhere with this travel themed photo clock. Designed by Julie Lewis, this clock makes a wonderful gift to give your Dad. Now we know Mother’s Day is probably on everyone’s mind right now, but we wanted to give a head start on crafting something special for Father’s Day.

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May 8, 2013

Wednesdays with Handmade Charlotte: DIY Plushy Floor Pillows

By Handmade Charlotte

Ahhhh the lazy days of summer have arrived. I love entertaining outdoors and while there, stacks of plushy pillows are where you can find me lounging all season long! So you can get in on the fun I created an easy to sew free pillow pattern just for you! The hip patterns were created with FolkArt Handmade Charlotte Stencils. These stencils are currently available at select Jo-Ann Fabric & Craft Stores and online. Enjoy lounging around this summer!


P.S. We included free downloadable instructions and supply list that can be found below.

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May 8, 2013

Web Wednesday: Stenciled Glass Frame Art

You know there are more ways to spruce up frames than by just adding a photo to it. Frames are one of the most versatile craft surfaces to get creative with, and they make a great gift to give. This Mother’s Day why not spruce up a frame for your Mom.

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May 7, 2013

7 DIY/Craft Ideas for Mother’s Day

The countdown to Mother’s Day has begun, and this special day is fast approaching. How do you plan to show Mom how much you care? This year why not craft something extra-special.

A card is nice, but there is nothing more heartwarming than receiving a handmade gift. In case you are stumped on what to make, we have scoured Pinterest to bring you 7 great DIY/craft ideas for Mother’s Day. These ideas vary from home décor, to jewelry, and special keepsakes.

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May 7, 2013

Tuesday Tutorial: Martha Stewart Beautifully Bold Clay Necklace

Don’t just assemble make your jewelry; craft it with the new Martha Stewart Crafts Jewelry program! This new program takes making jewelry to a new level of sophistication, with innovative products and techniques that allow you to create your own unique fashion statements.

This broad line includes over 240 items tailored to every level of jewelry crafter: beautifully designed charms, pendants, and findings; rhinestones and exquisite Czech glass beads; and enameling paints, jewelry glazes, and epoxy clays.

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May 6, 2013

FolkArt Chunky Glitter and Crackle Medium Giveaway

Time to announce this week’s giveaway. Jump for joy and throw glitter in the air! This week we’re are giving away some great items you’re sure to love. The items up for grabs are 2 FolkArt Chunk Glitter paints in Gold and Silver, along with a 4oz. bottle of FolkArt Crackle Medium. Wouldn’t you like to try out these items on your next craft project? We are giving away these items to 2 lucky Paint Me Plaid blog readers.

To enter this giveaway all you have to do is leave a comment below telling us what kind of project you would use these products to create. For extra entries (leave a separate comment for each):

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The contest will end Friday May 10th, 2013 at 12 noon EST.

 

May 6, 2013

Make it Monday: Modern Daisy Vase and Garland

Happy Monday! Oh we know you’re probably sad to see the weekend go, but we’ve got just the thing to cheer you up. Check out this Modern Daisy Vase and Garland. Julie Lewis designed this project using gallery glass. With this trendy banner garland and a modern linear daisy vase, bring spring to your home early. This is an intermediate level craft project and it makes for a wonderful Mother’s Day gift. If you haven’t crafted with gallery glass in a while, then this would be a great project to tackle. Below is a full list of all the supplies you will need, and to see the complete instructions click here.

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