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I love to give personalized gifts.  Being a crafter, handmade gifts are especially fun to create and give.  Sometimes I don't have the time to make what I would really like to, so I am always on the look out for EASY handmade gifts.  Hopefully you'll find some inspiration and ideas here!

Great places for projects and supplies 

I Adore Crafts
This is my blog where I have posted crafting projects and informative articles. Enjoy!
Jo Ann's Arts and Crafts
You probably alreay know about Jo Ann's craft store, since they have them across the country. I suggest getting on their email list to get great savings with online coupons. Be sure and bookmark this link!
Delta Crafts
You probably recognize the name Delta Crafts, as they make many craft products. Their site has lots of great projects for paint, stencils and rubber stamps, but you'll have to get their actual products from somewhere like Jo Ann's or another craft site.

Stenciled Asian Candle 

A fast and easy handmade gift!

I love to give handmade gifts...when I have the time, that is. So, I especially love a SIMPLE handmade gift because often times I have more love than time available to create a handmade gift. You can probably relate!

Well, here is an idea for crafters. It's so simple, even non-crafters can do this. It's a great kids craft, too. You and your child could make a stenciled candle for a grandparent or a teacher.

All you need is:

-a pre-made candle
-a stencil (I used Simply ® Stencils - Laser - Asian Symbols #28054)
-stencil brush or cosmetic wedges...you know those triangle-type foam things
-paint (I used Delta Ceramcoat acrylic paint)
-Candle and Soap Painting Medium (I used Delta Ceramcoat Candle and Soap Painting Medium.

For the rest of the instructions, go to:
http://iadorecrafts.blogspot.com/2006/05/stenciled-asian-candle-handmade-gift.html

Happy Crafting!

Candle Crafting Books 

Here are some books on creating candles.

Fingerprint: The Art of Using Hand-Made Elements in Graphic Design

Amazon Price: $23.10 (as of 10/07/2008)

The Big-Ass Book of Crafts

Amazon Price: $13.57 (as of 10/07/2008)

Color Bleeding in Melt and Pour Soap Crafting 

One of my favorite handmade gifts to make is handmade soap. The EASIEST way to make handmade soap is to buy "Melt and Pour" soap base from a craft store or online. It is easy, fast and you can personalize the soap for your gift recipient in a multitude of creative and fun ways.

One of the things to know about Melt and Pour Soap colorants is that the color bleeds (unless you buy a colorant that specifically says it does not). I had an idea for a gift of handmade soap that had alternating layers of color (see picture). I knew that the color might bleed, but I wasn't sure if a light color like pink would bleed...and if so, how long would it take for the color to bleed. Well, I have the answer!

The answer is yes, it will bleed...and it will do it fast! I was really surprised to see...

For the rest of this article, go to: http://iadorecrafts.blogspot.com/2006/07/color-bleeding-in-melt-and-pour-soap.html

Happy Crafting!

Soap Crafting Books 

Here are some items to help you in your handmade soap endeavors. Enjoy!
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Rubber stamps Crafting Books 

I love to rubber stamp and you can create really personalized gifts with them by selecting just the right rubber stamp for your project.

Rubber Stamp Extravaganza

Amazon Price: (as of 10/07/2008)

Making Gifts With Rubber Stamps

Amazon Price: (as of 10/07/2008)

Great Rubber Stamping: Ideas, Tips and Techniques

Amazon Price: (as of 10/07/2008)

The Art of Rubber Stamping

Amazon Price: (as of 10/07/2008)

Handmade Jewelry 

Bead on a Wire: Making Handcrafted Wire and Beaded Jewelry

Amazon Price: $15.63 (as of 10/07/2008)

Masters: Beadweaving: Major Works by Leading Artists (Masters (Lark Books))

Amazon Price: $16.47 (as of 10/07/2008)

Teach Yourself VISUALLY Jewelry Making & Beading (Teach Yourself VISUALLY Consumer)

Amazon Price: $16.49 (as of 10/07/2008)

Wire Wrapping: The Basics and Beyond

Amazon Price: $29.95 (as of 10/07/2008)

Jewelry Studio: Wire Wrapping (Jewelry Studio)

Amazon Price: $15.61 (as of 10/07/2008)

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