Sunday Tastylinks and Jewel School!

Cloud Nine Necklace featuring a Jackie Truty ArtClay pendant
Margot Potter for Jewelry Television

Hey Howdy Hey Partners! Yet another week bites the dust, how is that possible?! I suppose when one spends the better part of it in a sick daze, it's quite possible indeed! We had a super fun time this morning on Jewelry Television's Jewel School. I'll be making my official debut this Thursday on our Thanksgiving Day show from 9am-12pm EST. Tune in to see if I can go from sketch to finished design without any mishaps or mayhem during the three hour show.

A few bloggy shout outs are in order today.

The divine Andrew Thornton has a super duper giveaway on his blog this week! Leave a comment on Andrew's blog for a chance to win a $75.00 gift certificate to the Bead Chest! Woo hoo!

Lovely and talented Jean Yates posted a Potter Family update on her blog this week! Thanks, Jean!

Ms. Stephanie Dixon also has a giveaway on her blog! Leave a comment on Stephanie's blog for a chance to win a copy of Make Elegant Jewelry (for special occasions).

I've got another busy week ahead, but before I dive back into the fray here's what's new with the Crafty Blogger gang! "We've got glue guns and we're not afraid to use them!" (tm)

The Crochet Dude
Drew unveils the November purse as part of his Purse Pattern of the Month Club! It's a sexy little number with a metallic copper finish.

Stefanie Girard's Sweater Surgery
See how to make an illuminated broken windshield glass filled vase inspired by the book Eco Craft.

Mixed Media Artist
Expanded squares are a fun way to create a repeating fabric pattern!

Margot Potter The Impatient Crafter
Madge Crafts from the Couch and Shares a Retrofabulous Christmas Stocking!

Eileen - The Artful Crafter
Have you heard about Crafters’ Anonymous? We’re tackling our stash, one step at a time!

Crafty Princess Diaries
Tammy has great news! Her new book is one step closer to being out on bookstore shelves.

Craftside-A behind-the-scenes peek at a crafty world
This week at Craftside there is a chance to win a copy of The Complete Photo Guide to Paper Crafts, ideas for dressing up twinkle lights with die cuts, a tutorial on how to watercolor and transfer images on old postcards, info on different types of compositions, and 3 blue-ribbon recipes.

Carmi's Art/Life World
Carmi is inspired by a magazine cover to make a cute pine cone tree.

Aileen's Musings
Get ready for Thanksgiving morning by making Pumpkin Biscottis ahead of time. Aileen has a pumpkin biscotti printable recipe card ready for you!

About Family Crafts
Are you wondering what kind of crafts to make for local craft fairs and church bazaars? Check out these ideas and share your own.

Image Copyright Gil Elvgren

Hello My Lovelies!

Is it just me or is time flying even faster these days?! Where did my week go?! If you see it, will you be so kind as to return it to me?

I managed to finish the last of my new book designs yesterday, which is a minor miracle. I’m working on instructions for a little while today and then I’m clocking out. It’s a picture perfect day outside and we plan to enjoy it.

Happy Fourth! Before you fire up the grill, here are some no calorie TastyLinks™ for your enjoyment.

Cheers,
Madge

Vickie Howell-Craft.Rock.Love Learn how to finger knit with Vickie's step-by-step how-to, featured on the CRAFT website!

The Impatient Crafter Madge shares the clip from her recent appearance on Lifetime TV's The Balancing Act for Beadalon.

The Artful Crafter Eileen suggests you go shopping for craft supplies in your jewelry box and closet. Make an old accessory into something new and fresh.

Stefanie Girard's Sweater Surgery Old plastic bead necklaces go under the knife (and in the toaster oven) to make Melted Plastic bead Star Earrings perfect for the patriotic holidays

Naughty Secretary Club Thinking about starting up your own craft business? Jen has a few suggestions of things you might consider first. Plus learn how you can take a Crafty Business Seminar with Jen from anywhere in the world!

Mixed Media Artist Cyndi reports on her experiences with using the new CopprClay. This stuff rocks!

Cross Stitch at About.com Why no knots in Counted Cross Stitch? Find out why and how to secure your floss in alternate ways.

Crafty Princess Diaries Tammy shows off her cool new sewing cabinet that was surprisingly inexpensive.

Craftside-A behind-the-scenes peek at a crafty world At Craftside there is a bling-tastic video on hand lettering with Lisa Engelbrecht, from the new book The Crafter's Devotional a how to make a leather book cover and flag cuffs made from a book cover, an "actual size" silver heart using PMC, and a fun snack recipe.

Cathie Filian It is summer and that means beach & pool time! Visit Cathie Filian's blog to learn how to stitch up a terry beach throw.

Aileen's Musings Ever wonder how to get that cute copyright symbol or better yet, how to put one on your artwork or photographs? Aileen offers a easy tutorial using PSP.

About Family Crafts If you are looking for a creative way to celebrate every day during the month of July, check out this special events calendar!