2021 Black Friday/Cyber Monday

2021 Black Friday/Cyber Monday

Many stores released Black Friday deals way ahead of schedule. Note: I will updated this post as I learn about new deals, so  bookmark it and come back. If you are in the market for crafting supplies, a new cutting machine, or even socks (the best socks I’ve ever owned!), check out my Black Friday/Cyber Monday list of deals. This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience (which means if you make a purchase after clicking a link I…

Amazon Prime Day Deals for Crafters and Makers
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Amazon Prime Day Deals for Crafters and Makers

Amazon Prime Day is a once-a-year GIANT sale at Amazon. It usually happens in July, but with all things Covid, it was put on hold until October. Amazon has hundreds of thousands of items on sale for Prime Day. It’s even bigger than Black Friday, so get your craft lists AND your holiday lists and check out these amazing deals! This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience (which means if you make a purchase after clicking a link…

Amazon Prime Day Early Access Deals for Crafters and Makers
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Amazon Prime Day Early Access Deals for Crafters and Makers

Amazon Prime Day is a GIANT sale at Amazon. It started today, October 11. This year Amazon promises that it is bigger than ever with literally over a million deals. It’s even bigger than Black Friday. Get your craft lists AND your holiday lists and check out these amazing deals! This post contains some affiliate links for your convenience (which means if you make a purchase after clicking a link I will earn a small commission, but it won’t cost…

Why Amazon Prime is a Lazy Crafter’s Dream

Why Amazon Prime is a Lazy Crafter’s Dream

I’ve been an Amazon Prime member for years. I admit that when I first heard about it, it seemed like a just another thing to spend money on. But Amazon Prime is a lazy crafter’s dream! I’m a bit of a procrastinator. I think it goes hand in hand with the lazy crafting part of me. Luckily for me, Amazon Prime has thousands of items that qualify for free two-day shipping (and one-day or same-day in certain areas!) I’ll be…

Portable Craft Organizers
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Portable Craft Organizers

Crafting is even more fun when you can store your supplies in a portable craft organizer. Here are 10 of my favorite options to organize your craft supplies. Several of these craft organizers can be created from things you already have at home If you are shopping for a new portable craft organizer, look for coupons. Most stores have coupons and sales regularly. I strongly encourage you to “shop” your house first. You might be surprised by the hidden gems…

Cricut Maker vs. Silhouette Cameo 4

You guys might remember that I was gifted a used Silhouette Cameo in April 2015. I upgraded to a Cameo 3 in 2016 and I have always I loved my Silhouette! But I will admit some jealousy at the variety of materials the Cricut Maker. So let’s examine the Cricut Maker versus Silhouette Cameo 4. The Cricut Maker can cut: felt, wood, fabric, and vinyl. Plus embossing and engraving! I’m drooling! Enter the new Cameo 4! It has many of the…

Thanksgiving Place Cards
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Thanksgiving Place Cards

It’s the time of year to think about your table settings. Family gatherings and lots of parties mean lots of details. Check out the end of this post for Free Thanksgiving Place Cards that you can simply print and cut. (You could also use them for Buffet Place Cards.) I love Thanksgiving. A holiday that is centered around food and gratitude. What’s not to love? I also love that I don’t host Thanksgiving. Long before “Friendsgiving” was a thing, my…

Paper Scrap Storage
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Paper Scrap Storage

Have you ever needed just a small piece of paper for a craft, which you knew you had somewhere in your scrap pile, but looking for it was too overwhelming or would take too long? As my scrap pile got larger, looking for the right scrap got harder and harder. I knew it was time to create effective Paper Scrap Storage. You guys have heard me say many times that I save almost everything. I don’t mean to sound like…

DIY Marker Storage
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DIY Marker Storage

As I continue my never-ending quest for organization, I decided that I needed better marker storage to keep all my writing utensils close at hand. In keeping with my hoarder collector persona, I have plenty of pencils, pens, markers, and more. My current two desktop holders, a mug and an old mesh container, are overflowing (and a little outdated.) I need something better. Being the lazy crafter that I am, I apply that laziness to my household abilities. I subscribe…

DIY Vinyl Storage Using Cardboard Tubes
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DIY Vinyl Storage Using Cardboard Tubes

I have a vinyl problem. What I mean is, I have a vinyl storage problem. We all know there is no such thing as too much vinyl. I’ve tried a few different storage methods, but my collection has, um, outgrown them. What’s a vinyl hoarder to do? Create new storage. Many years ago, when I thought my life was busy, but I only had 1 child and didn’t have an earthly clue what busy meant, I used my birthday money…