Reviews

Swapalicious

by Marie September 14, 2007

Yeah for mail. I love to get things in the mail, especially packages that are just for moi’. Thanks to Gabi, my Back 2 School Swap partner and her fabulous supplies. I love it all. I have been searching for more Crafty Swaps. Check these out: I Heart Swap – Hurry and sign up for [...]

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Spell With Flickr

by Marie September 11, 2007

I spent an hour using this new tool called Spell with Flickr. I first saw it posted over at How About Orange, and had to try it out and share it with you. Type in any word and Flickr finds those letters from photos on their site. Keep clicking the letter to change the style. [...]

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Daytime DVR

by Marie September 10, 2007

My two Daytime Divas are all ready set on the DVR. Oprah and The Martha Stewart Show start today and I couldn’t be more excited. I have been watching the re-runs all summer, but I am ready for what the new seasons have in store. Hopefully good recipes and crafts from Martha, and fabulous guests [...]

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Ryka Shoes

by Marie September 8, 2007

I won a giveaway that was had over at sk*rt. They were promoting their website and I won one of the giveaways. Ryka sponsored it and gave away 20 pairs of shoes. Yeah! Mine came in the mail this week. I love them. They fit great and are really comfortable. I chose the Mule shoe. [...]

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Make and Takes Gets Official

by Marie September 7, 2007

Since I am all about the Make and Takes, I decided to officially change my blog’s web address to makeandtakes.com. You will still be able to find me through The Stitching Barn, but I am really all about the Make and Takes these days. So, tell all your friends to come on over to Make [...]

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Back 2 School Swap

by Marie September 1, 2007

I am involved in a crafter’s swap called the Back 2 School Swap. I did a similar swap earlier called My Favorite Things Swap. I loved it so much, I had to be involved with it again. This time it has been organized by a different blogger, but just as much fun to do. Here [...]

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Blog Envy Again

by Marie August 24, 2007

I have had blog envy before, and now I have it again. There are just too many great people out there in bloggerspace. Why would I go spend $8 on a movie, when I can sit and read blogs instead!! Just kidding, Honey! No, I love to get out and I love a good movie. [...]

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Fab Finds at Etsy

by Marie August 20, 2007

Yet another post about great Etsy finds. I am just amazed at the creativity and talent that crafters have at Etsy. Here are a few Fab Finds from Etsy shops. Madison Craft Studio Beautiful pendants with so many styles. Classic to contemporary arts and crafts… is what this great shop has. I will be purchasing [...]

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The Shop Around the Corner

by Marie August 13, 2007

I love the movie You’ve Got Mail. Meg Ryan is at her best in romantic comedy fashion. My favorite parts are the scenes in the Shop Around the Corner. I love those little specialty shops. They are all about their charm. I just want to eat up all the children’s books on the shelves. And [...]

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Are You Thristy For More?

by Marie August 7, 2007

I saw this question on a poster that was getting ready for Today’s launch of the sequel to Twilight. I have been waiting, nail “biting”, for this sequel!! Eclipse is here. This is the 3rd installment of Bella and the infamous, Edward. But that ribbon tearing apart on the cover cannot be good! If you [...]

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