Archive | March, 2009

Simple Glass Etching Tutorial

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I know there are loads of tutorials around the internets showcasing etching glass, but thought I’d add my own point of view on the matter.

I’ve had this large glass serving platter for 6 months or so, and don’t really have much motivation to use it, mostly because it’s plain and boring. Now it’s a little more exciting, but in an oh-so-subtle way. Glass etching is also very practical for marking your glass serving ware for pot-lucks and parties. You’re less likely to end up sans dishes when they have your name on them.

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Click here for the FREE printable glass etching tutorial!

Many thanks to How About Orange for featuring this tutorial on her blog!

NOTE: Your browser might say there’s a printing error, but just click “ok” and it should download anyway. Please email me if you have any questions: islyblog AT gmail DOT com.

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March Giveaway: French Poem Lithograph

This week has been a whirlwind of a week. We’re in the middle of preparing for an 800 mile move on Saturday and I’ve spent a glorious week blogging at Black Eiffel (Rachel is one of my heroes). I’ve got to celebrate that I’ve not had any major emotional breakdowns (only minor ones), and you! Thanks for stopping by!

This month’s giveaway is something I made a long time ago, when my husband and I were merely dating. It’s terribly romantic. The poem in the background is Le Pont Mirabeau by Guillaume Appollinaire (a poem I had to memorize in junior high for a state french fair), and it’s insanely beautiful to hear.

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Anyway, this print is yours if you leave a comment. Leave only one comment per person, and no anonymous comments. If you’re feeling motivated, write any suggestions on things you’d like to see here, but it’s not necessary. Comment before April 3rd for your chance to win. The winner will be picked by random.org.

Hop on over to Black Eiffel for another IS•LY Giveaway!

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Artists of Note Guest Post

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Pictured Above: Sketchbook Illustration, Core Knowledge Illustration (ink/digital), Wall Street Journal Illustration (digital)

I’m so excited to introduce you to some creative people I know. I feel like their work really speaks for itself, and hope you enjoy. . .

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Tie Your Shoes Guest Post

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The husband introduced me to Ian’s Shoelace Site a while ago, and I’m sure the cool train left a while ago with crazy lacing . . .

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Post & Presents Guest Post

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In addition to always coming up short with stationery, it seems that I never have a gift box just the right size, and gift bags usually . . .

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For the tutorial on packaging your post and presents, click here.

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