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Vanessa

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New York Cares Flexible Volunteer Opportunities

by VanessaNovember 1, 2010 Activities

A lot of people like the idea of volunteering but when it comes down to actually doing it, life can easily get in the way. Work and school schedules may prevent you from committing to an organization long term or [...]

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Halloween Pumpkin No-Carve Silhouette Project

by VanessaOctober 12, 2010 Activities

I know that Summer is the popular guy in class but Fall has always been my personal favorite. Yeah, Summer has a good tan and doesn’t make you go to school, but Fall smells good and means crisp air, crunchy [...]

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She’s Crafty: Recycled Stationary

by VanessaSeptember 9, 2010 Activities

I have been wild about stationary ever since I was a kid pouring over the Sanrio collection. My tastes have matured since then but I am still crazy about all things paper and pen. I particularly like making my own [...]

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Unclutter Collectibles With Style

by VanessaAugust 9, 2010 Home and Interiors

The objects we choose to surround ourselves with say a lot about us. They can inspire us, make us feel happy and remind of us of people we care about. The problem is when there are so many things, you [...]

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Paper Cherry Blossoms Craft Project

by VanessaJuly 12, 2010 Activities

Hello lovelies! Spring has sprung and summer is officially here!
If you were lucky enough to catch the elusive cherry blossoms in full bloom a couple months ago, you know how incredible they are. The cotton candy pink bursts explode from [...]

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How To Host A Baby Shower

by VanessaJune 14, 2010 Entertaining

I think a lot of us can agree that most showers (baby or bridal) can be pretty tedious.  They are generally centered on humiliating activities and opening presents and for all you are put through, there aren’t enough tasty snacks [...]

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How To Sell At A Craft Fair or Flea Market

by VanessaMay 17, 2010 Activities

We all knew arts and crafts were awesome back in elementary school but somewhere along they way they became Grandma’s domain. It turned into a world filled with upholstered and bedazzled picture frames, gaudy scrapbooks and everything seemed to be [...]

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Eco-Friendly T-Shirt Dog Toy

by VanessaApril 19, 2010 Activities

Well, hello ladies. Guess what? Despite our nasty weather here in Brooklyn this past weekend, Spring is upon us. Which means you are probably going through your closet and unveiling a whole new wardrobe you forgot you even had. That [...]

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She’s Crafty: Clamshell Garden

by VanessaMarch 22, 2010 Activities

I am dying to make a Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtle reference here  (‘Heroes in a half-shell! Turtle power!) but it doesn’t really work.  Though—may I take a moment of your time for a tangent? Is there a weirder cartoon concept [...]

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She’s Crafty: Mini-Terrarium!

by VanessaFebruary 22, 2010 Activities

Hi girls! I don’t know about you but I have been obsessed with all things miniature since I was a little kid. I had a dollhouse filled with miniature things but could really care less about the little people inside. [...]

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She’s Crafty: Paper Bouquet

by VanessaJanuary 25, 2010 Activities

Hello again, girls. I don’t know if you have noticed but Valentine’s Day is soon upon us. Honestly, if you haven’t noticed, you must be a recluse with 30 cats in your apartment. I mean, Duane Reade alone could supply [...]

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She’s Crafty: DIY Matting and Framing

by VanessaJanuary 4, 2010 Activities

Chances are you caught some magical (or hysterical) moments on film this holiday season or you were lucky enough to receive some art as a present. Well, fear not if you are facing the dismal array of generic frames [...]

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She’s Crafty: Handmade Paper Bows & Gift Wrap

by VanessaNovember 23, 2009 Activities

The holidays are fast approaching and we’re all starting the anxious frenzy of shopping for the perfect gifts. Whether you’re thrifty, crafty, going green or just tend to procrastinate, handmade bows and wrapping paper may be just thing for you. [...]

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She’s Crafty: DIY Paper Clock Fun!

by VanessaOctober 26, 2009 Activities

In a world filled with drab utilitarian objects, doesn’t life feel better when the things you have to use and look at everyday are actually cute? One object that tends to be pretty lackluster is the wall clock. Though there [...]

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