http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 10:16:06 -0700 Thu, 25 Jun 2009 06:38:21 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d25-How-to-organize-ribbon?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Photo / Eileen Ann The following methods of organizing all the colorful and frilly ribbon you buy (too much of) range from basic sugar pourers to wall-mounted ribbon organizers. They are ordered in terms of price, with the least expensive option... Scrapbooking Beads and Jewelry Sewing and Quilting Organization Thu, 25 Jun 2009 06:38:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d25-How-to-organize-ribbon?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d23-A-taste-of-Boston-arts-and-crafts-stores-three-The-Pear-Tree?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner The Pear Tree HomepageThe Pear Tree is a full-service bead store with a wide selection of diverse beads, jewelry repair services, and jewelry making classes. It is located in Coolidge Corner, with easy access from the MBTA.Where is it? The Pear Tree1... Featured Stores Beads and Jewelry Tue, 23 Jun 2009 07:11:26 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d23-A-taste-of-Boston-arts-and-crafts-stores-three-The-Pear-Tree?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d22-Sewing-and-quilting-deals-of-the-week?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner This week is a great week for all the sewers and quilters out there. There are lots of deals on sewing machines, fabrics, and various supplies for quilters, both beginner and advanced.Here are a few I picked out, from stores like JoAnn Fabrics and Cr... Deals for the Frugal Crafter Sewing and Quilting Mon, 22 Jun 2009 07:01:12 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d22-Sewing-and-quilting-deals-of-the-week?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d21-How-to-organize-scrapbook-paper?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Walking down the scrapbook paper aisle at any craft store is like walking down the candy-per-pound aisle at a candy store. You’re attracted by the different colors and textures of the papers, and feel the need to touch and buy every design you ... How To's Scrapbooking Organization Sun, 21 Jun 2009 07:26:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d21-How-to-organize-scrapbook-paper?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d16-Scrapbook-idea-books-for-5?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner  Scrapbooks can get expensive and ideas can get dull after a while, so in this article you will find idea books to help you save money on this great hobby.Here are five scrapbook idea books for $5 each:Budget Scrapbooking, by Memory Makers Books... Deals for the Frugal Crafter Scrapbooking Tue, 16 Jun 2009 18:47:29 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d16-Scrapbook-idea-books-for-5?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d10-Ecocandles-for-the-ecofriendly?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Paper Source Eco-CandleBe kind to yourself, friends and the environment with these eco-candles. These Eco-Candles from Paper Source are made from Paddywax soy wax that is blended with natural fragrance oils.The 5.5 oz eco-candle comes in a 3-inch tal... Eco-friendly Items Wed, 10 Jun 2009 11:32:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d10-Ecocandles-for-the-ecofriendly?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d8-Pool-Color-Splash?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner [Color adds spice and flavor to the world around us, and was a peculiar little thing in the book The Giver. In this series called “Color Splash,” I will introduce a color and a wealth of craft supplies that come in that color for explorat... Color Splash Mon, 08 Jun 2009 10:23:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d8-Pool-Color-Splash?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d6-Ecobeads-for-the-ecofriendly?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Eco BeadsAt first I had my doubts about eco-beads (?!!), but after browsing the Eco Beads website, I fell in love in them.These beads are actually eco-friendly, but not because they were made in a solar-paneled factory or can dissolve in water—... Eco-friendly Items Beads and Jewelry Sat, 06 Jun 2009 12:10:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d6-Ecobeads-for-the-ecofriendly?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d4-June-scrapbooking-classes-and-events-June-7--June-13?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner And the list continues!Here is an extensive list of classes being offered from Sunday, June 7 - Saturday, June 6 in Boston and the surrounding area, in order of date and time*:> Sunday, June 7Bus Trip: Springfield Stamp ShowInk About It (6 Carlisl... Classes Scrapbooking Thu, 04 Jun 2009 10:03:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d4-June-scrapbooking-classes-and-events-June-7--June-13?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d2-June-bead-and-jewelry-classes-and-events-June-3--June-6?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Have no plans for the rest of the week? Check out the jewelry and bead classes below and maybe you will find something you like! I've done a lot of research and have found over 10 bead stores in and around the Boston area, and they are all offering g... Classes Beads and Jewelry Tue, 02 Jun 2009 11:31:36 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d2-June-bead-and-jewelry-classes-and-events-June-3--June-6?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d31-June-scrapbooking-classes-and-events-June-1--June-6?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Summer is fast approaching, and so are a great number of scrapbooking, rubber stamping, and paper crafts classes and events.Last month I premiered an article on jewelry and bead classes, and was pleasantly surprised by the variety offered in Boston a... Classes Scrapbooking Sun, 31 May 2009 15:45:30 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d31-June-scrapbooking-classes-and-events-June-1--June-6?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Craft-books-for-10-and-under?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner  Get inspired, learn a new craft, or brush up on your skills with these craft books that are $10 and under. MyCraftivityStore.com, the online shop of Memory Makers Magazine, is offering great summer deals for you to stock up your bookshelves.The... Deals for the Frugal Crafter Fri, 29 May 2009 18:43:17 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Craft-books-for-10-and-under?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d27-Ecofetti-for-the-ecofriendly?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner It feels like everyone (and his or her neighbor’s third cousin’s sister) is being green these days, and now you can be too. May is ending, and June is loaded with graduation parties, weddings, and birthday parties for you to enjoy. With t... Eco-friendly Items Wed, 27 May 2009 17:42:16 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d27-Ecofetti-for-the-ecofriendly?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d26-Craft-supplies-for-2-and-under?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Sink your teeth into these deals! I’ve gathered a random sampling of craft supplies on sale (or just really cheap) for the frugal crafter.Your money will go a long way with these deals, whether you’re planning an arts and crafts birthda... Deals for the Frugal Crafter Tue, 26 May 2009 14:48:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d26-Craft-supplies-for-2-and-under?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d25-Papaya-Color-Splash?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Papaya Fruit  Color adds spice and flavor to the world around us, and was a peculiar little thing in the book The Giver. In this new series called “Color Splash,” I will introduce a color and a wealth of craft supplies that come in ... Color Splash Mon, 25 May 2009 15:25:59 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d25-Papaya-Color-Splash?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d25-A-taste-of-Boston-arts-and-crafts-stores-two-Sweet-Beads?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner sweetbeads.us homepageI was in Lexington this past weekend with some coworkers for dinner, and I saw a store named Sweet Beads across the street. I didn’t have much time to explore, so I texted myself the store name and decided to do a little r... Featured Stores Beads and Jewelry Mon, 25 May 2009 08:53:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d25-A-taste-of-Boston-arts-and-crafts-stores-two-Sweet-Beads?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d24-How-to-use-ribbon-10-creative-ways?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Photo / Eileen Ann Ever notice how a touch of ribbon can make something look instantly stylish, feminine, or cute? That’s because ribbon has the ability to soften up the look of whatever you are wearing, creating, or organizing.Ribbon comes in... How To's Sun, 24 May 2009 13:20:05 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d24-How-to-use-ribbon-10-creative-ways?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d21-May-craft-classes-jewelry-and-beads?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner   Wow, what a selection! When I decided to compile a list of jewelry classes in Boston and its surrounding cities, I did not expect to find as many as I did. Even though we are almost done with the month of May, jewelry classes are not.Clas... Classes Beads and Jewelry Thu, 21 May 2009 10:14:17 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d21-May-craft-classes-jewelry-and-beads?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d20-Product-Profile-the-basic-tee-shirt?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Patriotic Chairs Summer is on its way, and most Americans will be celebrating the unofficial start of summer this Memorial Day long-weekend. With cookouts and picnics on the horizon, it’s time to shed your micro-fiber fleece jacket and boo... Product Profiles Wed, 20 May 2009 14:48:21 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d20-Product-Profile-the-basic-tee-shirt?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d19-A-tasting-of-Boston-arts-and-crafts-stores-one-Paper-Source?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Photo + Design / Eileen AnnArts and crafts stores are a bit like restaurants—some are national chains and some are specialty stores, but all aim to provide their customers with exceptional service and an exciting experience.The “chains&rd... Featured Stores Scrapbooking Tue, 19 May 2009 17:55:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-11332-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d19-A-tasting-of-Boston-arts-and-crafts-stores-one-Paper-Source?cid=exrss-Boston-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner