Posted by Momto2boyz on 2007-11-23 09:38:32
Post Subject: Painting on white board???
Has anyone done this? I've seen it done, and I know it is possible, I've just never tried it. I want to make White boards (dry erase boards) for my nieces and nephews for Christmas. I want to get small boards, and paint a Christmas scene down one side, then have " ________'s Christmas Wish List" across the top. Then make a blank, numbered list down the "middle of it". Then each year, they can use a dry erase marker to write in their Christmas list.
I am wondering if I should use special paint, because I want them to last and I don't want the paint to chip off the board. I'm worried because they are so slick, I'm thinking that the paint will come off easily. So I am wondering what I can use. The painted boards that I have seen, all look like they were done with permenant markers or paint pens, but I really want it to have a hand-painted look, so I can use shading and things like that.
Anyone have any helpful ideas for me, before I spend a few hours to paint them, only to have the paint flake off? My other option is to paint small bulletin boards that they can just tack their lists too, but I would really like to try the dry erase first!
Posted by sarabell on 2007-12-04 14:12:53
Post Subject: San Jose Locals Bazaar at Black and Brown 12/15!
just wanted to put this up for some local girls who've got a shop here, so i'm going to post what's on the flyer in case anyone is interested!
PRE CHRISTMAS LOCALS BAZAAR
December 15, 2007
4 pm - 8 pm.
BLACK AND BROWN
1225 West San Carlos Street
San Jose, Ca 95126
Guaranteed unique gifts for everyone on your Christmas list created by Bay Area Artists. Stop by for food, drink, and Music by DJ Fuscia.
Exhibiting Designers and Artists:
Dead Kings, Reyes Muertos, Enspired Visions, After Dark, Notorious Star, Tyson, Mercs Jewelry, B&B Own Olivedrab - Flipped - B&B In House Designs, Meli Meli, Effie's Heart, On the Corner Music, Love Street Fashions, and Sean Boyles.
One of a kind Men's, Women's, Children's Clothing, Accessories, Jewelry, and Artwork.
Posted by art_skoolgirl on 2005-12-05 19:24:16
Post Subject: Difficult holiday for my grandma and family
My grandpa just passed away last week, a week after thanksgiving and 12 days after his birthday. Also my cousin passed away in a tragic boating accident a week before thanksgiving 12 days after her birthday. My grandpa was 77, my cousin was 24.
My poor grandma is doing better but still so sad. I had her and my grandpa on my christmas list as I was excited to be able to see both of this this year but tradgey struck too soon.
I don't know what to do for the holidays that is going to help. I mean I'm sure my grandma will be happy that I am around but I'm just at a loss of what should give her, or what I can do.
Also I'd like to beable to send my aunt something. I barely see her and I didnt send her a gift last year so I don't know if it would be right sending her something or not.
Posted by LittleMissLaur on 2005-09-26 08:41:39
Post Subject: Knitting Machine?
Is there anyone out there that uses a knitting machine (sweater machine). I'm trying to decide if I should be putting one on my "Christmas List" or not. I've had one person tell me they're wonderful, and another person tell me they're the devil incarnate, so I was hoping to find some more in-between type opinions. . .
So far I'm leaning towards getting one just because I love knitting, I'm just so darn slow. . . (4 months for a scarf; a year for a sweater)
Posted by stella on 2004-11-21 13:58:49
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when i worked in retail (at the hole of death that is JoAnn, and other less hateful places) the worst day of the year was December 26th...
all the freaky obsessive bargain-hunters come out of the woodwork, and it's just horrid. i remember things like having to individually, one-by-one, ring up an entire shopping card of ugly floral picks. it's time to be happy i don't have a job right now...
oh, my christmas list... i don't really "do" christmas, but if someone WERE to buy me something, i would want some weaving yarn for my loom, and some books.
Posted by boheme-anne on 2004-11-15 18:58:03
Post Subject: What's on your Christmas list?
Believe it or not Craftistas....it's right around the corner. And I was wondering what all of you want for Christmas. Besides a big sack of money, I like to here all the different things people want. I personally think my Christmas list is a little strange, but nothing will thrill me more!
-A food dehydrator ( I eat TONZ of dried fruit, why not make my own?)
-The new Stitch 'n Bitch Nation book-a knitter must
-A plant rack that can't be knocked down my my 2 huge Golden Retrievers
-A Chia Herb Garden
I'd also like some clothing but I think I'd rather pick it out myself. Last year my Grandmother bought me an ugly Fushia sweater. I was greatful but I did take it back. Fushia is a color a redhead should not wear!!
Posted by xuli on 2004-10-10 11:12:56
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I like big, chunky jewelry and the only metal "color" I ever wear is silver. Here are two websites whose stuff I drool over pretty regularly. I'm putting both URLs on my Christmas list to give my friends and family.
