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Hello there! I'm Diane and I have two grand passions: making crafts and making media. That's what I write about here, and sometimes, I get all thoughtful about internet culture and creative small businesses. Thanks for stopping by! Would you like some tea?   
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 I think I mentioned an epic plastic canvas haul from Amy… well here’s part one: this pile of PC magazines! Oh, so much PC goodness here. There’s a lot of Christmas stuff I’m going to save for later, but here are some non-seasonal favorites: I’m not suggesting you make this, necessarily, But what if, as you … Read On! There’s More!  One of the best things about this summer has been seeing so many crafty peeps in person – and not just because many of them brought gifties. But, I do have a lot of wonderful gifties to share with you today! Starting with this gorgeous button brooch, made by Stephanie. This was a thank-you for … Read On! There’s More!  I know what you’re thinking… “Sure, Diane, that’s all well and good about that whole book thing, but WHEN are you going to get back to blogging about plastic canvas?!” Well, at Urban Craft Uprising I got to meet Dawnise, who, in addition to being awesome, gifted me with some great PC stuff, including this magazine. … Read On! There’s More!  …Okay, okay – I’m only kidding. But that’s what Cathy said to me as she handed me this beauty: “Here’s the cover of your next book.” (Thank you, Cathy!) But alas, my plastic canvas magnum opus is yet to be written. Here’s a dose of 1974 magnificence to tide you over until then: …Is that the theme … Read On! There’s More!  Okay… here’s a crazy thing. I made myself a plastic canvas case for my iPod Touch. I was really happy with the result, too – I think this pattern is heavily influenced by the fab striped shirts worn on Freaks and Geeks. It speaks to my 70′s-grown soul. (And Sarah is the coolest for … Read On! There’s More!  Sorry about the little blogging hiatus, everyone. I’m deep in deadlines over here, and crafting like crazy on things I can’t show you. But, check this out! It’s a gift from Susan, which she found at The Knittn’ Kitten. It’s a coaster holder and a set of coasters! With plenty of PC-engineering goodness. Gotta love … Read On! There’s More!  This is perhaps my favorite plastic canvas book to date. I mean, a plastic canvas wedding!!! An absolute zenith of pc-application! Look what a sad pricing-journey this little book underwent before finally finding a good home. This is by far the most elaborate plastic canvas coaster I have ever seen. And I have seen quite a … Read On! There’s More!  I struck plastic-canvas gold on a recent visit to The Knittn’ Kitten with Adoxograph. I have a few treasures to share, the first of which is Toys, Games, & Frames (Copyright 1981 from Plaid). By its condition, I’d say it’s been loved a whole lot. …And what’s not to love? Can you guess what’s inside … Read On! There’s More!  It’s a busy week, so I’m delinquent on posting. But I was thrilled to have a little article about plastic canvas posted over at Whipup this week, and more thrilled by the response it got. And so, I’d like to share a little tutorial with you. This originally appeared in the marvelous CROQ. It’s a … Read On! There’s More! |
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