Along with the new DT (applications close this Saturday!!), we have had some new and exciting things brewing behind the scenes at ECP.

We are launching our very own Challenge Blog! Every fortnight we will be bringing you a new challenge to inspire you - this may be a sketch, a colour combination or something to show our projects in a whole new way. We will be bringing news of our DT search for the challenge blog later this week. Until then you can check out our challenge blog at http://ecpchallenges.blogspot.com!

Also, as of Sunday 1st November, Craft Journal will be joining forces with ECP and becoming our official blog! This is where you will find news of all the latest crafting releases, craft reviews and so much more.

We hope that with all the new things going on you haven’t forgotten that we’re celebrating Halloween this month with some great projects including Katie’s Halloween treats and Karen’s Halloween jewellery. Go over and check out our seasonal projects page for all our spooky projects!

Lisa x

There is no need for previous DT experience, just a passion for what you create - we will choose people based on your crafting ability. Whether you are a papercrafter, love working with textiles or enjoying getting messy with paints, we would love to see your application.

We are also accepting international applicants - so it doesn’t matter where in the world you are located.

As a member of the DT, you will be asked to:

• Provide 1 project a month (due on the 1st day of each month).
• Promote Easy Craft Projects on your personal blog and in online communities you belong to (as allowed by their terms and conditions.

You will be signing up for 6 months, after that the Design Team will be re-evaluated.

In return, you will receive:

• A gift voucher to an online crafting shop every 3 months for your work.
• An online bio on the Design Team page of Easy Craft Projects.
• Links to your own blog on the design team page of ECP.
• A specially designed banner with your name and blog url at the top of each of your projects.
• From time to time our sponsors also send our design team craft products to put together projects.

We get almost 3000 hits a month here at Easy Craft Projects (increasing each month) and your name and blog/website link will be well publicised with your projects.

TO APPLY:

Send an email to info@easycraftprojects.net including:

• Your full name and location.
• A brief bio about yourself - what you do for a living, your family, your hobbies, how long you’ve been crafting etc.
• A list of crafts you feel confident to produce projects about.
• Photos of 3 different projects.
• A list of online communities you are part of.
• Any other design teams you are on (if applicable).
• Link to your own blog, website, online gallery.

The deadline for applications is midnight on Saturday 31st October. Everyone who applies will be notified by email and an announcement will be made on Easy Craft Projects soon after.

If you have any questions, please email us at info@easycraftprojects.net.

Lisa x

We want to wish her all the best with her future projects.

You can still find out what Deanne is doing and link to her other online work on her blog.

Lisa x

We’ve had our first free online class -  A little ATC. You can still see all the lessons in the classroom. You just need to be a member of the forum to receive the password to get your free access.

Katie has started our Sketch Create challenges over on the forum. If your looking for a little inspiration or just want to be in with a chance of winning the monthly prize go over and take part. Sketch 2 went live yesterday.

We’ve also had some great projects so far…

Katie’s Notelet set is so simple to create and makes a great gift.

Karen has put together a project for anyone who wants to learn the basics of jewellery making - all the tools, materials & techniques you’ll need. She’s also been helping us make resin pendants. Add glitter, beads and even jelly tots to create some stunning jewellery.

Norma has kick started our brand new textile range of projects. She’s been creating a cute House on a Hill Pin Cushion - ideal for brightening up any workspace.

Still to come…

Deanne has put together an inspirational sketch and a great LO to show you how to use it. See her project online later this week!

I have been holidaying in Devon and will be showing you how to create a simple minibook to keep your holiday memories.

Lisa x

KarenL!

Congrats Karen. Drop us an email at info@easycraftprojects.net with your address and we’ll send your prize off to you.

Also, don’t forget that Katie is launching our new Sketch-Create challenge tomorrow. Join in to be in with a chance of winning our monthly prize.

And, our first live class - A Little ATC will be starting Friday. The class is free to all members of our forum! Don’t worry though. You can work through our classes at your own pace as they will never been removed from our classrooms.

Lisa x

The latest in a series of baby and children’s hand-knit books, Debbie Bliss’s ‘Blankets, Bears and Bootees’ is beautifully put together. Pages of full colour photographs lie between gorgorgeous patterns that are guaranteed to capture your eye.

The book opens up with an easy to follow contents section. Each pattern is listed along with a colour photograph of the item, allowing you to glance at all the projects in one go.

The first section of the book is called ‘knitting basics’. This section introduces the yarns, garment care and the techniques needed. Everything is explained clearly with coloured diagrams - making this book ideal for even a beginner.

The patterns themselves are easy to follow. They all include large colour photographs of the finished project, size materials needed and abbreviated instructions (all explained in the introductory section).

The projects include blankets, knitted toys, bootees, other clothing, a memory book, building blocks and more. The clothing projects are designed for babies aged 3-6 months but many can be adapted for up to at least 18 months.

We would highly recommend this book for anyone looking for beautiful, modern and something a little different for their young ones. It will not disappoint.

This book is produced by Quadrille Publishing and is available for only £14.99 RRP.

A 6″ x 6″ blank journal, vintage themed embellishments, patterned papers, buttons, buckle, paper flowers, luggage labels, fabric, vintage bus tickets, vintage cigarette cards, train pyrography, playing cards & bingo cards!

All this could be yours! All you have to do is be a member of our forum and post in the ‘introductions’ forum. A winner will be chosen at random on Saturday 8th August 8pm GMT.

We will ship the prize anywhere in the world!

Lisa x

We’ve been working really hard here to bring you a site which not only looks so much better but it also easier to use.

We’ve also been working on an exclusive project for our fans - our exclsive storage project book is available to all members of our forum. Once signed in you will find details of how to receive the project. Here’s a sneak peek…

Part of the new us are our brand new classes. Starting 14th August is our first class ‘A Little ATC’. We will be bringing your daily lessons of techniques, prompts and live chats with our tutors. Our classes will all be FREE and all you have to do is be a member of our forum!

Also call back tomorrow as we will be holding a free draw for some crafting goodies to celebrate!

If you do come across any problems with our new website, forum or anything else regarding Easy Craft Projects, feel free to drop us an email at info@easycraftprojects.net.

We hope that you enjoy our new look and that we’ll meet you on the forums!

Lisa x

To celebrate there will be a prize draw which you’ll find out about in the new few days and an exclusive set of storage projects for all Easy Craft Projects forum members.

We will also be introducing our new online classes. These will be free to all members of Easy Craft Projects! So don’t forget to come back Friday and all will be explained.

In the mean time…a few sneaky peeks…

Lisa x

Here’s what Norma has to say about herself…

“My name is Norma Kennedy.
I like to laugh, create and take pictures.

The problem is I also like to paint, I like to sew, I like to cook and I really really like to read. So when I’m not busy doing these things I like spending time with the people I love.

The ones I love are : My AWESOME Husband Damien of 14yrs and my three FANTASTIC children Cade, Seth and Isabella.

Its my AWESOME hubby who encourages me to not only document our lives but really enables me to be creative. Some days you can find him in my scrap room right along side of me creating a project or 2.

I have been very fortunate to have had my Art work and Photography published in many magazines and books but the best part of sharing my work is the friendships I have made along the way.

It is an honor to create along side such
fantastic talent here at ECP !”

Here are a few pieces of Norma’s work…

Lisa x