Unique Father's Day Gift

What do you get for the Dad who has everything? Why not gift him a new skill?

Craftsy offers FREE and paid classes that you can watch online, anytime, anywhere! Learn a new skill or brush up on an old one with new tricks. You're sure to find something he'll love, and love to do with Craftsy classes!

Photography Class

As the weather starts to warm up, a lot of us will be heading outside for spring pictures. You want to photograph your family in those newly blooming flowers, and super green fields.

But what if your photography skills could use a little help? I have the answer for you..

Photography Classes from Craftsy!!

Most of us don't have time to sit in on a schedule photography class, so this online classroom is the perfect fit. You can start and stop the tutorials, rewind, ask questions, and see what others in your class are doing as well. It's the perfect interactive experience, all from your own home.

If you haven't given Craftsy classes a try yet... what are you waiting for?? They are great and you won't regret it!!

New Year... New Skills

Last year I made a couple of resolutions. I wanted to do two new things that I ordinarily wouldn't have thought of doing. The first was running my first half marathon. LOVED it!!

The second thing I wanted to do was learn a new skill. I took This Class through Craftsy to learn the basics of knitting.

They have soooooo many classes for you to learn new skills, or brush up on old ones and learn new techniques. Best of all, watch them on YOUR time. Hit pause, rewind, and watch what you need over and over again.

This year, make your own resolutions to learn something new that will last you a lifetime!

Here are some great ideas...

 

 

Last Minute Gifts

Are you a last minute shopper??? Or do you know someone who has absolutely EVERYTHING?

I have a brilliant solution to your gift-giving dilemma...

 Craftsy Classes!!

 

I've told you about some of my favorites, but have you tried them yourself? These classes are easy to watch, fun to use, and the perfect gift for the person who has everything. 

We don't always have time to go to a craft store or community center to learn a new skill, but Craftsy has made it possible to learn in your own home.

Try some of these classes yourself, or gift them for an unforgettable Christmas present!

 

Surprise a loved one with the gift of a new skill this holiday season. They'll be impressed with the thought, and you'll be impressed with the results! 

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New Paper Crafting Kits!!

Jillibean Soup Halloween Kit

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Halloween is just around the corner. Get ready for spooky fun with one of Craftsy’s NEW paper crafting kits!

Work with your frightfully fun kit and learn how to create stylish Halloween decor projects with exclusive video lessons. Paper crafts expert Ronda Palazzari will show you how to use Jillibean Soup's paper pads, black glitter beanboard alphas and festive embellishments to create a witch’s hat, pumpkin centerpieces and even a spooky banner!

Craftsy's BIG Fall Course Sale

 Ya'll know I am a HUGE fan of Craftsy classes. I have taken several myself to learn new skills and brush up on others as well.

 Craftsy's BIG Fall Course Sale is happening now!!

Learn from the world's best instructors in the comfort of your home. Shop and save up to 50% off ALL online classes!

 Once you enroll you can watch your classes anytime, anywhere, forever. Hurry, offer expires September 22, 2014 at 11:59 PM MT.

Shop Craftsy's BIG Fall Course Sale and save. 

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Pattern Sale

I'll call it a "sale", but the truth is....ALL Grits & Giggles patterns are just 

$5.00 in our shop on Craftsy !!

Craftsy makes buying patterns simple and convenient. You can "wishlist" patterns you would love to try. Or purchase the patterns right away and download them instantly. The patterns are always available in your account, in case of a computer crash, so you'll never loose your precious stash of PDF patterns!

Choose from patterns for boys, girls, babies, tweens, and accessories. There's something for everyone.

 

And of course, all Grits & Giggles patterns are "Easy to Sew" and full of photos and instructions. For $5.00 there's no reason NOT to try sewing something special!

HUGE Craftsy Class Sale

Save up to 50% this weekend on classes at Craftsy! Offer ends August 11, 2014.

Have you tried Craftsy classes yet? 

They are taught by expert instructors, and you can pause, rewind, and replay as many times as you need while learning a new skill!

They make great gifts too for the person you know who has EVERYTHING already. Give them the gift of a new hobby! Or enhance their hobby with advanced skills.

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Secret Sale....

My Facebook Fans learned about a fun secret a few days ago.

Did YOU??

Click HERE to find out more!!

Mother's Day Shopping

If any of you have Mama's like mine (Lucky YOU!), then when you try to figure out what they want for Mother's Day, you come up blank. They have the things they need, lots of the things they want, and if you ask what they want they say "for my family to be together and love me". Easy enough to give. We live down the street, and my Mama is very lovable.

If you have one of these super-sweet-but-impossible-to-shop-for Mamas.... I have a gift idea for you.

 

 Give her the gift of learning a craft! Or enhancing her skills at something she already enjoys!

Look through LOTS and LOTS of classes and find one perfect for the first woman in your life.

These classes are available 24/7 for her to watch and enjoy. My favorite part of the class is the pause and rewind button. When you're learning a new skill it's wonderful to see it over and over again! You can't do that in a live class.

Check out some of these classes that she might enjoy and start gifting!

 

Happy Shopping

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Selling Patterns on Craftsy

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If you've been here a while, you know that I am a proud children's pattern designer. I have very much enjoyed working with Craftsy to sell my patterns. They also allow me to offer FREE patterns as well!

Have YOU thought about selling patterns before,

 but didn't know where to start?

Craftsy makes it so easy to open up your very own pattern shop and offer your patterns to the public. Best of all, it's FREE! No fees, no commissions, unlike most other sites. It's a huge community of sewists, knitters, crocheters, and other crafters sharing their love for creating.

Here's all you need to get started selling your very own patterns:

1) A PayPal account...because you want to get PAID. All funds from purchases go directly to your PayPal account (student, business, or premier accounts only)

2) A PDF File. All patterns are instant download, and must be in PDF format to load correctly.

3) A Nice Photo. You want shoppers to see how amazing your finished product can be, so using good photos helps! You must use at least one, but can upload up to 5 to show off the finished product.

4) Pattern Description. There is a super-easy form to fill out for each pattern. It just asks for the basics of the pattern to help shoppers find what they're looking for. I have filled these out LOTS of times, and they are easy and fast.

 Click Here for more information on uploading your own patterns and selling on Craftsy.

Enjoy starting your Indie Pattern adventure!

HUGE Craftsy Sale

 

 

There is so much more hopping your way this weekend! Craftsy is giving up to 75% off of all fabric, yarn and project kits!

This sale is only during Easter weekend (Friday 4/18 - Monday 4/21 at 11:59pm MDT), so be sure to jump on it quick or you will miss it.

 

 

Craftsy has a HUGE selection of the craft supplies you need to make some adorable things this Spring. Don't miss out on this sale!!