Tag Archives: books

I’d rather be reading: The Delights and Dilemmas of the Reading Life

Posted on 2018-10-24 by iHanna

I define myself as a book lover, I can’t imagine life without a book by my side. I don’t just read how to-books about art and crafts (the kind that I mostly review here on my blog) but also novels, … Continue reading →

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Books about Snail Mail, Letter-Writing & Good Mail Days

Posted on 2018-04-23 by iHanna

Do you wish for more Good Mail Days? Or are you asking yourself right now: “What is a good mail day?” From the description of the great book Good Mail Day, you will find one way to answer that question: … Continue reading →

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Book Wish List starts with Encyclopedia of Rainbows

Posted on 2017-12-06 by iHanna

What’s on your wish list this year? Right now I wouldn’t mind getting a pile of yummy books, in fact I have a long list of books I’m asking Santa for. Or anyone kind and generous enough to send me … Continue reading →

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Creativity Book Wish List | Draw Every Day, Draw Every Way

Posted on 2017-08-12 by iHanna

I wish had the energy to draw every day, or paint… And I wish I had time to read more. Actually, I wish I could buy and read all the books. I really do, at least the ones on the … Continue reading →

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Inspirational Craft Books from Sweden with Love

Posted on 2016-10-16 by iHanna

Sweden has a big international music industry for such a small country, so it is probably well known how creative swedes are out there “in the world”. But did you know we also produce a ton of awesome books, most … Continue reading →

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Quilt Improv by Lucie Summers – a book review

Posted on 2014-07-21 by iHanna

I don’t like following patterns even though I sometimes do, to learn something new. I prefer to freestyle my projects. I also love inspiration as you might already know. I collect inspiration in just about any form, books included. So … Continue reading →

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A really good novel

Posted on 2014-06-21 by iHanna

Do you have time to read books? Probably not, but the question is: do you take time to read books? I think you should. Because reading is a lovely pastime any time of the year, and perfect for summer, weather … Continue reading →

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Stitched Blooms Book Blog Tour + A Book Review

Posted on 2013-09-26 by iHanna

Today is a big day for me as it’s the first time ever I join a Book Blog Tour! We’re here to celebrate Carina Envoldsen-Harris’ new book Stitched Blooms – 300 Floral, Leaf & Border Motifs to Embroider! This post … Continue reading →

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Video | What the World Needs is You

Posted on 2013-09-22 by iHanna

Today I’m sharing a quick text-based video that is actually a commercial for a book that I haven’t read or even seen in person. But the sweet message, that is all about how important you are, and the way it … Continue reading →

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Acrylic Solutions Exploring Mixed Media Layer by Layer

Posted on 2013-07-22 by iHanna

 Have you seen this book, Acrylic Solutions: Exploring Mixed Media Layer by Layer, yet? I’ve just finished reading it and I want to recommend you to check it out. To paint with acrylics you don’t need a tutorial or how-to … Continue reading →

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