Category — Arts and Crafts

I’m on the hunt for a nativity set to add to my Christmas decorations. Below are a few interesting ones that I came across on my great search across the interwebs. (As always, click on the images for sources.)

I sort of prefer the freestanding, realistic figures, because they remind of being a kid and reenacting the Christmas story with my mom’s nativity set (and who doesn’t like the old “Where did baby Jesus go?” game). But how cute are those nesting dolls? (And so practical for storing away!) How about you? What’s your creche preference? Any recommendations you can send my way?

Now that we’ve entered the Christmas season, I’d like to devote this post to the art of the Gingerbread House, which can range from simple and sweet to spectacular. I’ve never made one of these candy-covered casas, but if I did, I’d want it to look like one of these (click image for link). Read more…

As if the Female Art Collective weren’t awesome enough, they are giving a 10% off coupon code exclusively for MSB readers!!! The code is monkeysaidbear and it is good for 10% off your total purchase.

Thank you FAC!

My dear friend Carrie brought this wonderful site to my attention: Female Art Collective. Based out of the Southern Indiana/Louisville area, this group of lovely ladies sells handmade goods by female artists and entrepreneurs. Apparently you can catch one of their trunk shows at locally-owned businesses around town, which often include live music by local artists as well. I’m really digging:

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I’ve been working in Berea, KY since early September, but didn’t check out the local shopping scene until this past weekend, when my mother and sister came to visit. I was happy to discover that I’d been missing out. First we ate at the wonderful Boone Tavern (try the peach ice tea and the Historical Chicken Flakes in a Birds Nest for your entree), and then visited the shops along College Square and Old Town. Some of the goodies I really wanted to buy for myself (but abstained from, since Christmas is coming and all): Read more…

When I stumbled upon the Little Odd Forest site, I may have let out a squeal of delight. Look below and you’ll see why.

I’m going to go ahead and put this out there. I’ve been listening to Christmas music for the past month. I can’t help it. So naturally, I have already been looking for some holiday crafts to make this year and came across these beauties.  6 more reasons I love Martha Stewart and her crew: Read more…

A coworker of mine was sporting the most adorable purse the other day, and when I asked where she got it, she directed me to the etsy shop of Grandpa’s Rags and Bags. And while the purses are cute, the best part is that they are MADE BY A REAL GRANDPA!!! Some of Grandpa T’s designs that caught my eye:

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