The Clay Magnets Project

The Clay Magnets Project

I know, I know, my presentation is a bit "Christmassy" when we are barely into November- there's a good reason. I designed this DIY for Apartment Therapy's Homemade Holiday Gift Idea Exchange, a clever series where bloggers share their ideas for making handmade holiday presents. I chose to share this project, because it's something that kids and grown-ups can work on together. Fancy magnets make a great all-purpose gift for teachers, co-workers, friends, and as stocking stuffers- they aren't something you buy for yourself, and they can really spruce up the fridge. Get creative! Use different shaped cookie cutters to personalize your magnets.  I used white clay, because I love Jonathan Adler, but oven bake clay comes in a variety of colors. My project will be up on AT later today.  Here's the link to the entire series: Homemade Holiday Gift Idea Exchange.

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The Homies

The Homies

Apartment Therapy is tallying the votes for the best design + DIY blogs of 2012.  I love these lists because I am constantly looking for new inspiration and projects and there are a lot of really smart small/new blogs on the list of nominees.  Poppy Haus made the list yesterday. Getting the word out that you even exist is a major challenge for a new blog, and AT has a vast readership. Just last night I got a little shout out on Maxwell's Daily Finds! If you like Poppy Haus you can cast your vote here: BEST DIY BLOG.  

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