Monthly Archives: April 2010

Hoop Dreams

Posted on April 30, 2010 by letsmakesomething

For me, it is really hard to decide what I like better: making things or buying the supplies to make the things.  Both are rewarding, enjoyable, and I get a rush out of both!  Who’s with me on this?  Since … Continue reading →

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Chicago in Doodles!

Posted on April 28, 2010 by letsmakesomething

Hello everyone!  Accept my apology for my slight hiatus, traveling to Chicago was great but now it’s time to get back into the swing of things!  I’ll jumpstart getting back into the groove by posting my doodle diary of my … Continue reading →

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It's not Chicago without pizza!!

Posted on April 25, 2010 by letsmakesomething

  I’m having a good time here in Chicago and one thing that I’ve learned (and I guess have always kind of known) is that Chicagoans love their pizza!  Just thought I would post some quick links to some delicious … Continue reading →

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Soul Searching

Posted on April 19, 2010 by letsmakesomething

image via israelnewsradio Every few months I feel like I go through this process that goes something like this: I love what I’m doing but then I think about all the other things I could be doing (new ideas, projects, … Continue reading →

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Trunk Show

Posted on April 17, 2010 by letsmakesomething

Tomorrow I am going to be in a trunk show at I Like You in Minneapolis!  It’s during MN Fashion week and will feature a bunch of really great artists from the city.  I Like You is located at 501 1st … Continue reading →

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Chicago!

Posted on April 13, 2010 by letsmakesomething

Hello everyone!  Things have been busy around casa de Dryden this past week!  I am working furiously on some new things for an upcoming trunk show (post on this later) and T and I are planning a trip to Chicago … Continue reading →

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Non-Crafty Inspiration

Posted on April 9, 2010 by letsmakesomething

Like many of you, I’m sure, it’s not just craft-related things that inspire me.  For some it’s nature, others it’s movies, or books, or any number of things.  My other major inspiration in life is music.  I definitely get inspired … Continue reading →

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Embroidery Trends: 3D Elements

Posted on April 6, 2010 by letsmakesomething

It’s Tuesday and I’m bringing another embroidery trend that I have been noticing and liking!  Typically, embroidery is a very 2D craft: needle and thread on fabric.  Lately, I’ve been seeing people branching out from what embroidery is expected to … Continue reading →

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Thrift Shopping and a Tutorial!

Posted on April 4, 2010 by letsmakesomething

I had a great time up at my mom’s house again this weekend thrift shopping and eating and laughing!  I always have a great time when I go up, and I admit that I have to go to the thrift … Continue reading →

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Wednesday Craft Night

Posted on April 1, 2010 by letsmakesomething

On Wednesday night my friends and I got together to do some crafting, eating, talking, laughing, and cooing at babies (there were 2 babies this time!)  We had a lot of fun sharing ideas and inspiration and techniques with one … Continue reading →

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