We’ve just finished up our Spring semester here at the University of Redlands (we have what’s called May Term starting next monday for 3 and a half crazy weeks). Things have been incredible stressful at the University (some professors are going to be cut), and I was extremely glad to see this semester over. As…
Monthly Archives: April 2010
More Freshly Picked Baby Outfits Complete!
I first started making these little baby outfits last October. Because they come in different sizes, I’ve had the dickens of a time always getting the right sizes in the right dyepots, and it’s taken until right now to come out with no extra tops or bottoms! This outfit is headed off to a baby…
Makers Must: Amy Ellis of Amy’s Creative Side
Do you know Amy? She’s the smart cookie who started Blogger’s Quilt Festival last Spring, and she’s getting ready for the 3rd one, it’ll happen under a month from now (May 21-28) 1. Where are you located globally? We live in the Heber Valley, in Utah. Up in the mountains east of Salt Lake City,…
Joy: Kicking down doors and celebrating with Scoutie Girl
I’m getting some amazing comments on my “Kicking Down Doors” post from yesterday! My story is part of Scoutie Girl Tara’s newest project, a free e-zine filled with “door kicking” stories: You should definitely download it (click on the picture for a link to it), it’s filled with awesome stories. I am a firm believer…
Kicking Down the Doors: Candied Fabrics Begins it’s 4th Year in Business!
I’ve just finished the Red Dirt Spring Art Festival, and with this show I enter my 4th year of business! I thought this would be a great milestone to mark with a giveaway (which of course is all the way down at the bottom of the post, feel free to scroll down if you can’t…
Oh the suspense…
Still working on pocketin boards: Will they be done in time for Saturday? Stay tuned…
New Going Green Journals Finished
Phew! It seems like FOREVER since I posted something I made – it’s that season. I had finals to give for both my classes yesterday, but the grades aren’t due til next Wednesday, & I’m taking full advantage of that! I’ve got a big show this weekend and as God is my witness, there will…
One Moment: The Bigger Picture
Another rose post, you think? Well, I do need to remind myself as I walk back and forth to my car each morning that there are some benefits to living in Southern California. Although I shan’t dwell on the negatives here, it’s tough paying the mortgage each month on something that is worth 20-25% less…
Makers Must: A Q & A on Process with Angie Allen of Jumping Jack Designs
Today I’d like to introduce to one of my meetup pals, Angie Allen of Jumping Jack Designs. She makes delightful event stationery and note cards. 1. Where are you located globally? I work from a home studio in Reno, Nevada. 2. Where are you found online? Website: www.jumpingjackdesigns.com Blog: www.jumpingjackdesigns.com/blog Etsy: www.jumpingjackdesigns.etsy.com Twitter: www.twitter.com/modernpaper Flickr:…
Small Shows Report
Well, I’m here to report on the 2 shows I did this weekend. The weather was lovely, setup was easy, I had a decent amount of customers and sales, so all in all, it was a good weekend! I love sharing my experiences here, but it’s also incredibly helpful for me – I can refer…
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My name is Candy Glendening,and I’m addicted to color! I dye fabric so I can have just the hue & texture I want, and then use it to make art quilts and “everyday art”.
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