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April 2, 2012
Pisanki
Egg decorating originates from an ancient pagan tradition when eggs, a symbol of life and the rebirth of the earth, were decorated with symbols of nature as an integral part of spring rituals. These egg talismans were believed to be endowed with magical properties that ensured both a bountiful harvest and good health. However with… Read more
February 2, 2012
Homemade Tea Bags
Happy Groundhog Day! Punxsutawney Phil, the Pennsylvania groundhog famous for making mid-winter weather forecasts, saw his shadow today and has predicted six more weeks of winter weather. What better way to prepare for the chilliness ahead with a cozy and warming cup of tea? Creating your own tea bags is surprisingly easy to do. Especially… Read more
January 9, 2012
Pająki
One of the best things about the holidays are the decorations that seem to festoon every nook and cranny. But now, with the ornaments and lights gone, you may feel that in comparison to just a few weeks ago, things are looking a little plain and colorless. We’ve got the perfect remedy! And it not… Read more
December 14, 2011
Polish Star
Is your Christmas tree looking a little sad? Maybe it needs a healthy dose of Polish stars! Trust us, they’re the perfect remedy – easy to make and a great way to show off your crafting skillsz. The tradition of paper ornaments in Poland began with the vibrant peasant culture. As paper was more widely… Read more
November 25, 2011
Buy Nothing Day
An alternative to the traditional Black Friday – arguably one of the biggest shopping days of the year – Buy Nothing Day is an international day of protest against rampant consumerism. A day to detox from spending and reflect on our very own habits, this day was started in 1992 by Canadian artist Ted Dave… Read more
October 28, 2011
Sock Monkey Tutorial
October 28 is Plush Animal Lover’s Day – and the objective of this day is simple – to give a little extra love and attention to your plush animals. Don’t have a plushie? We’ve got you covered! There’s no better time than now to get crafty and create your very own sock monkey. This iconic… Read more
