Do you need something to do this weekend? Why not make your own Bicycle Frame Lunch Bag? All you need is a bit of sturdy fabric, a spool of thread, a sewing machine, some Velco… and don’t forget a dash of love. Awwww! Via Craftzine.
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The New Portland Mafia
The Craft Mafia sounds like something that could have been invented in Portland, but it wasn’t. And while one could scarcely say that Portland’s craft scene has suffered from the lack of a Craft Mafioso presence, the fact that Portland has joined the mob is big ol’ belated no brainer. Still, for the crafter who […]
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Applications for Crafty Wonderland’s Colossal Holiday Sale Due Next Week!
If you waited in line around the several blocks of people trying to get in to Crafty Wonderland‘s holiday sale this past winter, you will be relieved to know that this time they’re moving it to the much roomier Oregon Convention Center. And if you’re a crafter, this event is a jackpot of customer crowds. […]
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The Cake Vote
Sometimes working at the Mercury means you have to do things you don’t want to. Like distribute contraceptive information at the state fair. I headed down to Salem on Sunday evening to do just that (for a story about John McCain, Planned Parenthood and Fritos-lovin’ fair goers that’ll be in this week’s news section). Because […]
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Katamari Baby
Sometimes my bedroom gets really messy and I wish Katamari Damacy was real, so I could get one of those little guys with those sticky ball things to come in and roll it all up and throw it away. Or I could just give birth to a child and dress it up as a Prince/Princess […]
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Best (Cake) Blog Evah: Cake Wrecks
I love me some cake, but I love the monstrosities at Cake Wrecks more than I could possibly express. They are ugly, offensive and just plain wrong. The best thing about Cake Wrecks (aside from the amazing commentary) is that the cakes were created by “professionals.” Not only have these creations gone screwy on the […]
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MOSS: Handmade Things to Tickle Your Fancy
Local artist/designer Diana Schreiber is the mastermind behind the charming creations of MOSS. Schreiber uses her love of fiber arts to create an irresistible array of work in a variety of styles and projects. You can check out more images of her work, along with a short interview, over on MOD.
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Jesus Made My Pickle Glow
I gotta tell you, bothers and sisters, I was feeling mighty low today. But then, Grandpa John whipped out his ugly pickle, put it into a homemade pickle sling and demonstrated the power of Christ. Believe me, friends, Grandpa John says it and I know it’s true: With the electric power of the Lord in […]