crafts. sustainable living

5 Questions – Call for Submissions!

Submitted by glueandglitter on Wed, 09/08/2010 - 03:30

Are you a green crafter? Want to show off your products? I’d love to ask you 5 questions!

My initial call for submissions got an overwhelming response, and it was so much fun to read everyone’s replies and click around in their shops. I’ve still got a bit of a backlog, but in the spirit of staying ahead of things, I’m looking for more interviewees!

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5 Questions With Amelia Beth

Submitted by glueandglitter on Tue, 09/07/2010 - 09:00

AmeliaBeth makes lovely jewelry and accessories out of Scrabble tiles. I’ve got to say, I run across a LOT of Scrabble jewelry on Etsy when I’m hunting for repurposed crafts to feature here and on Crafting a Green World, and these really stand out to me. Her designs are so fresh and cheery!>>Read more »

Lady Rogue Business Network’s Neighborgoods Studio

Submitted by glueandglitter on Mon, 09/06/2010 - 03:30

I am flattered and thrilled that Lady Rogue asked me to take part in a panel at the upcoming Neighborgoods Studio!

Here are the deets, including a discount code just for Glue and Glitter readers!
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Friday Roundup: Going on a Picnic

Submitted by glueandglitter on Fri, 09/03/2010 - 03:30

Have you noticed a little bit of chill in the morning air lately? And maybe the afternoons have been slightly less brutally hot? Fall is slowly creeping in! Combine that with the upcoming long weekend, and you have perfect picnic conditions!

Here are some eco-friendly and vintage Etsy finds to help you plan the perfect end of summer picnic.
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Garbage Moguls

Submitted by glueandglitter on Thu, 09/02/2010 - 03:30

The lovely Emily who submitted the toothpaste holder project last month contacted me recently with some awesome news: she was on TV! National Geographic produced the mini documentary, Garbage Moguls, all about her employer: Terracycle.
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Almond Cranberry Maple Granola

Submitted by glueandglitter on Wed, 09/01/2010 - 06:30

I thought I’d posted my trusty granola recipe before, but when I went back to look for it yesterday it was nowhere to be found! Luckily, I just whipped up a fresh batch of granola, and it came out deliciously!

I used almonds and dried cranberries, but pretty much any combination of nuts and fruit would work well. Cashew and apricot! Pumpkin seeds and dried cherries! Mixing up flavors is easy and fun.
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5 Questions With Paper Disciple

Submitted by glueandglitter on Tue, 08/31/2010 - 09:00

Djordje, proprietor of Paper Disciple, makes beautiful origami art pieces out of reclaimed paper. I love the use of old maps and other ephemera!
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Friday Roundup: Summer Shade

Submitted by glueandglitter on Fri, 08/27/2010 - 09:00

I’ve been a busy bee getting ready for the Summer Shade festival! The show is this very Saturday and Sunday in lovely Grant Park. I hope you locals can make it out for some shopping, sunshine, and great music!

Since I’ve got this show on the brain, I thought I’d round up a few of the amazing crafters who are going to be there.

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Quickie Lunch: Vegan Tostadas

Submitted by glueandglitter on Thu, 08/26/2010 - 13:05

This week has been crazy insane. Between getting ready for Grant Park Summer Shade and my writing obligations, there hasn’t been time for elaborate cooking. Luckily, I discovered this super fast method for making tostadas that doesn’t heat up the whole house with the oven.
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5 Questions With Paragraph Cove

Submitted by glueandglitter on Tue, 08/24/2010 - 09:00

I was lucky enough to meet Esther of Paragraph Cove while I was out in Portland for the Summit of Awesome. She was selling at a market near the Summit, and I was pretty much smitten with her wares right away!
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