Monthly Archives: June 2010

Yuck! Business stuff….

Posted on June 27, 2010 by letsmakesomething

image I have been thinking more and more lately how much I dislike doing business related tasks.  I don’t think I’m alone when I say that it is the least appealing aspect of owning your own crafty business.  Unfortunately, it … Continue reading →

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Featured Stitcher: Jenny McCabe

Posted on June 24, 2010 by letsmakesomething

I have seen Jenny McCabe’s work around Flickr and etsy for a little while now, and I love it!  I have a big affinity towards birds and she stitches them up nicely.  Her color palette speaks to me and I … Continue reading →

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Trying out a light box

Posted on June 21, 2010 by letsmakesomething

I have always been partial to using natural light but I’m writing an article on using natural light vs. using a light box (will link to article when it’s posted) and I needed to get some firsthand experience.  I found … Continue reading →

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Cooling Off

Posted on June 18, 2010 by letsmakesomething

charlotte’s fancy Wooo!!  It is hot hot hot!  Minneapolis is practically on fire (to me) and I need anything to beat the heat!  One of my top things for cooling off is popsicles.  So, this post will be all about … Continue reading →

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Making a Mess

Posted on June 14, 2010 by letsmakesomething

I love making messes with my sister on rainy days!  But I don’t like cleaning it up…..

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Flickr Favorites Round-up

Posted on June 12, 2010 by letsmakesomething

It’s the end of the week (my work week in Tuesday-Saturday) and I am beat!  I gotta get inspired to work on some things, so here are some great and inspiring things that I’ve seen floating ’round Flickr! Laura Hartrich … Continue reading →

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Fabric Gift Tags tutorial

Posted on June 8, 2010 by letsmakesomething

It’s grey and rainy here in Minneapolis!  No fun, I was wanting to be outside for a little while today but no dice.  Instead, I guess it’ll force me to get some things done inside.  I have discovered a fun … Continue reading →

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Featured Stitcher: Comfort Stitching

Posted on June 7, 2010 by letsmakesomething

I have been loving Comfort Stitching’s patterns for a long time!  They are cute and whimsical and she’s a lovely stitcher.  Check out her shop and her blog where she shows off beautiful pictures of her quilts!  Here are just … Continue reading →

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New Things in the Shop!

Posted on June 6, 2010 by letsmakesomething

Just popping in real quick to say hello and I hope your weekend is going well!  I’ve been a busy bee getting new things listed in my etsy shop!  Pop on over and check em out!

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Herb Gardening

Posted on June 4, 2010 by letsmakesomething

Let me just state for the record that I do not have a green thumb.  I try every year to get an herb garden going (or any plant really) and I always kill them.  But since I have a blog … Continue reading →

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