I Promise To Blog by Handmade Spark Member Fatdogbeads

by Handmade Spark on 3/16/11 | View Comments Comment(s)

Day one on my journey to become an active member of the blogging community. You would think that as a writer (copywriter – see portfolio at bobbihelms.com) I would dive head first into the blogosphere with a smile on my face and a brilliant idea to share in my head.
Uh-uh. Nope. …

You’re Invited to a Blog Hop: The Courage to Fly

by Stephey Baker on 2/25/11 | View Comments Comment(s)

“Hold fast to your dreams, for without them life is a broken winged bird that cannot fly.”
~ Langston Hughes
As the new year started, I noticed an upsurge of heart. My heart wanting and longing to fly, soar more into LIFE, creativity and connection! I wonder if you too …

One World One Heart Blog Hop: Guest Post From Kottage Kreations

by Handmade Spark on 1/16/11 | View Comments Comment(s)

From The Earth | CAT Eye Photography
One world One Heart…join us, this is the final year (unless someone else takes over).
ONE WORLD ONE HEART ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL BLOG HOP is gearing up!!
One World One Heart is a worldwide event for bloggers only. It gives all those who blog a chance to meet …

The Click: By Handmade Spark Member Meatbagz

by Handmade Spark on 1/07/11 | View Comments Comment(s)

Handmade Spark is having a very cool blog challenge. We’re coming into a bit late, but the latest challenge (#3)-facing your biggest fear, got us a-thinkin’, which led to this post. Check out the other Sparker’s posts on the subject at the link above!

You know the Click. That wonderfully miraculous feeling …

Thursday Blog Links: December 16th

by Laura Kuhlmann on 12/16/10 | View Comments Comment(s)

Boho Holiday Gift Tag Set | $12.15 | Bijoux Paperie
We’re coming down to the wire, with just a bit over a week left until the Christmas holiday. Hope everyone is doing their best to stay sane by staying as serene as possible. Remember, the word is “holidays” not “holiDAZE” – …

Spark 4: Teach Me Something, Handmade Spark Blogging Challenge Continues

by Amber Jordan on 12/13/10 | View Comments Comment(s)

I have a confession to make.  I have a fear of craft tutorials. Now, I love tutorials and we run them all the time here on Handmade Spark. I read through them, sigh and wonder why I can never jump in and try some of them out. I’ve set myself …

Spark 3: How do you navigate your biggest fears?

by Amber Jordan on 12/10/10 | View Comments Comment(s)

We’ve had a fantastic response to our Handmade Spark Creative Blogging Challenge. Rock and Purl has two must read entries on her blog and MCatherine of Hide a Heart reminded us of magic with her entry.
Ruth of Rock and Purl spark worthy moment captured

Today we are going to crawl into …

Thursday Blog Links: December 9th

by Laura Kuhlmann on 12/09/10 | View Comments Comment(s)

Vintage Santa Card | $6 | ByTheWayside
Take a few minutes out from the hustle and bustle of this season to check out the following links. You’ll be inspired, motivated, informed, and might smile a bit too!

The World’s Worst Boss [Seth Godin's Blog]
According to Seth, the world’s worst boss is you. …