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November 2011

We know you’ve been eyeing that color eReader or tablet for the holidays. Now that so many different eReaders and tablets are on the market and becoming more affordable (thank you holiday sales!), we want to share our top reasons for why we love using these devices for our craft eBooks.

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Give Thanks with Polymer Clay and a Giveaway

When you think about Thanksgiving, of course visions of turkey and cranberry sauce dance in your head. But no Thanksgiving dinner is complete without scrumptious pumpkin pie.

Continue reading to learn more about CrafterNewser Kim’s first polymer clay experience, and to enter to win a copy of The Polymer Clay Cookbook by Jessica and Susan Partain!

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Free Graffiti Bracelet Project from The Art of Resin Clay

For jewelry enthusiasts, resin clay is a dream come true. It’s easy to work with, cures without firing, and can mimic many different materials. Try it for yourself with this free project from The Art of Resin Clay by Sherri, Rachel, and Michelle Haab.

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Announcing the Winners of the CrafterNews Pumpkin Decorating Contest

After five long weeks of waiting, we at CrafterNews are thrilled to finally announce the winners of our Facebook Pumpkin Decorating Contest!

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Boho Bangles Project from Stashbuster Knits by Melissa Leapman

Sometimes all you need to jazz up a plain outfit is a wrist full of bracelets. In her new book, Stashbuster Knits, popular knitting teacher, designer, and author Melissa Leapman offers a new spin on this popular trend that also makes use of your yarn odds and ends. Whether worn individually or stacked, these bangles are a great use of your scrap yarn (if you are willing to spare it!).

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America’s Cup Celebration Part II: Signal Flags from Annie Selke

Love nautical crafts? Check out Annie Selke’s video how-to, and learn how to created painted signal flags. Hang them as you would any other painting (perhaps above your racing stripe towels!).

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Celebrate The America’s Cup with Racing Stripe Towels from Annie Selke

It’s not every day that we at CrafterNews get to mix craft with sport, but alas, we have found the perfect occasion!

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Gnomes vs. Snowmen: The Battle for Mochimochi Land

We love Mochimochis. We love teeny-tiny mochimochis. And after having the opportunity to see Anna Hrachovec’s art installation at Gallery Hanahou in New York City, we love her rather deviant little gnomes and snowmen who are trying to take over the world.

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Sock Endings and Beginnings by Clara Parkes

Whether you’re an avid sock knitter or just casting on your first pair, The Knitter’s Book of Socks by Clara Parkes (the brilliant “yarn-whisperer”) shows you why you should pay attention to your yarn before you knit a single stitch. In an exclusive guest post from the fiber guru herself, Clara explains the pitfalls of socks gone wrong, how to approach new knitting challenges, and why, when it comes to knitting socks, practice doesn’t always make perfect.

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Editorial Spotlight: Silhouette Lampshade by Deanna Masselli

Deanna Masselli is the most recent member of the CrafterNews editorial team. We were so pleased when Deanna offered to share one of her own projects with CrafterNews per month! This is the first of many installments from Deanna. Look out for Deanna’s craft spotlights on the first Monday of each month.

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