101 Crafts # 40 - Googly Eye Shoes!!!

Hello everyone! I am so sorry that I haven't posted on this blog in such a long time. I have been really busy with my new blog Style Independent and I haven't been doing as much crafting as I would have liked to.

Today I am going to share with you some lovely Googly Eye Shoes that I made.

If you would like to see more pictures of my outfit please go to Style Independent.

These started as a plain pair of gold shoes (scuffed). 

I painted them white using Acrylic and a Textile medium.

Next I bought lots of googly eyes!

I used hot glue to affix these to the front of the shoes.

And here you have the most beautiful Googly Eye Shoes in the world!

Naturally you need to leave the paint to dry thoroughly before you affix any of the eyes. Then it is best to let those sit for a while so that they stick really well to the shoes.

What do you think??

Ciao for now!

101 Crafts - #98 Drawer Organizer(s)

Hi everyone!

Work was super busy this week - I am so thankful it is the weekend now.

Today I am returning again to my 101 Crafts to Make List.

#98 Drawer Organizers

These happen to be some fabric covered drawer organizers, and they work (and look) really awesome.

So everyone is familiar with the standard drawer organizers available at home stores across the country. They do however, cost money and they might not be the exact style that you are looking for.

All you will need for this project is:

- a glue gun and hot glue

- scissors

- a box cut to fit the inside of your drawer (I used a cracker box)

- two pieces of fabric (one will be the lining and one will cover the outside - you can use the same fabric or mix it up a bit if you like)

#29 - 101 CraftsTo Make - Tomato Pincushion

Good Morning!

Moving on with 101 Crafts to Make I have finished this cute little Tomato Pincushion. These are a classic style of pincushion - I'm sure you've seen one before.

It turned out a little squishy but it works great!

 I am considering making a how-to for this project because it is so simple! We'll have to wait until I have a bit more time for something like that.

It is the end of the month so I will see you all in March!

Thanks to all of you who have taken the time to comment and give me your opinions and encouragements - it means a lot!

Ciao,

THE BOOK LIST - 250 Books!

Today, as promised I am posting the list of books that I made for myself to eventually acquire. Those that are crossed off have already been found. This list does not include all of the books that I already own. If you have any additions I would love to hear them! I am considering maintaining this list (crossing off acquisitions and adding as necessary) - we'll see if that pans out....

#1 - 101 Crafts to Make - Martinique Charm Quilt Pt. 1

The end of the week! Thank goodness it is Friday – things are calmer here at work which is nice. I am glad to be able to catch up on all of my work and also have some time in the evenings to contribute to my blog.

Today I am going to start Part 1. of a two part post to be completed at a later date. This is because I had some time in the last week to start on one of my projects for 101 Crafts. This summer I purchased something called “charm squares”. They are pre-cut pieces of fabric in a fabric family packaged neatly to be made into a quilt. My pattern is called “Martinique” and I am really excited to be working on it. I realize that I haven’t finished posting about the other quilt I was making a while back, but this charm quilt is simply too cute not to be started!

I have a few preliminary photos for you to show some of my progress. Once I have time again (March?) I will be posting my progress – so stay tuned for Martinique Pt. 2!

What could be in this nondescript bag?

Charm squares to make a Charm quilt!

Starting to sew.....

Here you can see the three rows I have finished so far. Not much, but I have been top stitching all of the seams so that it lies flat. A bit of extra work but it sure looks nice!

Close up of the top stitched seams.

Well, that was the beginning. I still have quite a ways to go before this one is done. It is going to look lovely when it is completed.

As always I would love to hear about what you are doing!

Ciao,

 

TODAY! FREE GIFTS! - My Mother The Man-Eater Book Launch - Amazon

FREE GIFTS WITH PURCHASE!

TODAY is the much anticipated Amazon launch of my mother's new book: "My Mother The Man-Eater".

If any of you lovely readers purchase the book TODAY (February 24th) from Amazon you will be eligible for a plethora of FREE GIFTS.

These gifts include FREE first chapters of newly published books, FREE Art Cards, FREE editing/critiques for your own manuscripts (limited number of pages), FREE short stories from BEST SELLING authors, FREE marketing presentations and MUCH MORE!

Once you have purchased the book on Amazon follow the link below to receive your FREE gifts:

*FREE GIFTS*

. You may choose one or ALL of the FREE GIFTS listed!

Remember:

1: Go to Amazon

2: Purchase "My Mother The Man-Eater" by Tracy Krauss

3: Get your FREE GIFTS

The Author Tracy Krauss with her newly published book "My Mother The Man-Eater".

I hope that many of you will be able to support an emerging author and purchase this book through Amazon.

Don't forget about the many Free Gifts available to you!

If you are unable to do so yourself it would also be wonderful if you would ask your local library to purchase a copy to be put in circulation.

As always have a wonderful day!

Ciao,

FREE GIFTS! - My Mother The Man-Eater Book Launch - Amazon

FREE GIFTS WITH PURCHASE!

Tomorrow is the much anticipated Amazon launch of my mother's new book: "My Mother The Man-Eater".

If any of you lovely readers purchase the book tomorrow (February 24th) from Amazon you will be eligible for a plethora of FREE GIFTS.

These gifts include FREE first chapters of newly published books, FREE Art Cards, FREE editing/critiques for your own manuscripts (limited number of pages), FREE short stories from BEST SELLING authors, FREE marketing presentations and MUCH MORE!

Once you have purchased the book on Amazon follow the link below to receive your FREE gifts:

*FREE GIFTS*

. You may choose one or ALL of the FREE GIFTS listed!

Remember:
1: Go to Amazon
2: Purchase "My Mother The Man-Eater" by Tracy Krauss
3: Get your FREE GIFTS

 

The Author Tracy Krauss with her newly published book "My Mother The Man-Eater".

I hope that many of you will be able to support an emerging author and purchase this book through Amazon.

Don't forget about the many Free Gifts available to you!

If you are unable to do so yourself it would also be wonderful if you would ask your local library to purchase a copy to be put in circulation.

As always have a wonderful day!

Ciao,