Craft Leftovers was one of the very first craft blogs I read on a regular basis. There was something about Kristin's reuse philosophy and comfortable writing style that had me hooked from the first Craft Leftover's post I ever read.
Later, she posted a call for readers to create craft projects from fabric or items they had on hand. I created my first version of the armrest embroidery organizer and was thrilled when she posted about it. (and was even more thrilled when it was picked up by Craftzine - something that made me insanely giddy!) My devotion to Kristin and Craft Leftovers was sealed.
After a couple of years of emailing, I was finally able to meet Kristin at Maker Faire back in May. She was just as sweet and kind and generous and passionate as I'd imagined she'd be.
One of the things I've loved watching Kristin develop over the years is her Craft Leftovers Monthly, a zine and kits she offers on either issue-by-issue or subscription basis. The zines have Kristin's special style woven in to ever detail, and are fantastic sources of inspiration and information. From Kristin:
Craft Leftovers Monthly is all about living life creatively. It's full of resourceful projects, patterns, and ideas for using what's on hand. It turned two years old in August and is 100% recycled and 100% handmade!
She's just announced that, after two years, Craft Leftovers Monthly has outgrown it's initial quarter-page format. The new Craft Leftovers Monthly is larger in format and page count, and now includes projects from from guest designers for the first time ever.
And here's the sweetest part of the deal: Kristin has generously offered Average Jane Crafter readers a special 20% discount on their entire shop order at Craft Leftovers ( Just enter avgjanecraft as your coupon code*). And, she's given me a couple of copies of Craft Leftovers Monthly to give away to my readers. Just leave a comment by 6PM on Wednesday, Nov 18 and I'll draw a winner on Thursday. Thanks, Kristin! Check out her web site to read more about her art, craft and reuse philosophy!* Use avgjanecraft as your coupon code to get 20% off your entire order from the Craft Leftovers Monthly category (not including shipping). The offer is good through December 15th!
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ReplyDelete--Juliann
Wow! Score...I'd never heard of Craft Leftovers, but I think I'm hooked now!
ReplyDeletewow Craft Leftovers sounds amazing and well done on that feature I'D be running up the walls if I ever get featured.
ReplyDeleteThat zine looks fabulous! I love that it not only promotes creative living through using what is on hand, but practices it as well by being recycled and handmade.
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ReplyDeleteYipee!! Thanks for letting me know about Craft Leftovers and for the chance to win:)
ReplyDeletethanks for the new blog to add to my reel! I'm sure I will enjoy it just as much as you :) and thanks for a chance in your give away.
ReplyDelete-candace
I've never seen these before & I'd love to have one to read!
ReplyDeleteThanks Jen
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I just discovered your blog and I am very excited to read and learn more.
ReplyDelete---Sarah
Going to check out the site now.
ReplyDeleteIt's fun to watch bloggers like her change and grow.
ReplyDeleteI'd love a chance to win a copy of this fun magazine!
ReplyDeleteWow, you have such colorful, crafty life* I really enjoy your blog, thanks for what you do! Craft on, Write on....
ReplyDeleteDarn--I want to explain about the difference between "its" (possessive) and "it's" (contraction for "it is") but I'm afraid my comment wouldn't get put in the pot for the drawing!
ReplyDeletewhat a cool giveaway thanks
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ReplyDeleteLooks awesome!! :) THanks for sharing!!
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