last weekend's scrapbooking convention *pics!*

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Last Saturday, my mom, Rainy, and I all went to the Scrapbooking Expo in Rosemont. Didn't participate in any of the cropping events or classes being held, just went mainly for the vendors (mmm...shopping). I've been to this one a couple years in a row, and I have to say, they're nearly impossible to describe unless you've been to one before. But they are SO definitely worth going to. Not only do you learn about fun new products you never would have known about...there are also people there that are eager to teach you how to use things, there are free demos (and sometimes you get free stuff too!), there are discounts galore...you get to meet scrapbookers from your area...you learn about scrapbooking stores in your area. The wealth of scrapbooking (and rubber stamping) knowledge at these is just indescribable. I love going, and every year I wish I had more time (and money).

I wish I could tell you more about it. Instead I offer some measly pictures of the event, in the hopes that you can get some idea of what it's like. I have no pics of the stuff I bought, but I got some really neat papers...a template for making the kaleidoscope-style pages...some shrinky dink paper (in BLACK! I didn't know it came in black, hehe)...some really adorable stickers (cooking being the theme, since I AM a Pampered Chef consultant, lol)...can't even remember what else. hehe. Anyway, here are my pics:
here are some upcoming shows, maybe even in your area!

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I WANNA GO! *throws a fit*

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In.Fest.Ed
The Third Annual Independent Festival Of Education
Friday June 28 - Sunday, June 30 ... 2002
At the BRYCC House in Louisville Kentucky
http://www.louisvillemusicindex.org/infested


Greetings! This is the first announcement for In.Fest.Ed 2k2.
(If you wish to be removed from the list, just follow the instructions at the bottom of the page.)

What is In.Fest.Ed? Well, In.Fest.Ed (short for the Independent Festival of Education) is a festival that includes educational skill-sharing workshops, DIY political bands/performers, an art gallery, a film fest and much more. The goal of this event is to bring people together in an atmosphere where education and community are valued as much as the bands.

An important aspect of In.Fest.Ed is that everyone us encouraged to avoid the role of passive spectator and participate in some way. Whether it's leading a workshop, performing in the variety show, displaying your art in the gallery, or organizing a spontaneous scavenger hunt or kickball game -- the success of this event depends partly on you.

WORKSHOPS
The main focus of the workshops at In.Fest.Ed is on DIY/how-to topics, with an emphasis on sustainable living. We'd like to steer away from theoretical stuff and vague general topics and work with more practical subjects. Workshop slots are still available, so if you think you have a valuable skill you'd like to share with others at In.Fest.Ed, then visit our web page for more info on workshop submissions.

BANDS
KILL YOUR IDOLS (New York hardcore)
THIS BIKE IS A PIPE BOMB (florida country/punk)
HIRETSUKAN (female-fronted screamo-hardcore from brooklyn)
HOLDING ON (minneapolis hardcore)
MEMENTO MORI (female-fronted metal ... ex-cobrakai, scrotum grinder, sutek conspiracy)
THE AWAKENING (columbus thrash ala from ashes rise)
LET IT BURN (melodic new jersey hardcore/punk)
THE DEVIL IS ELECTRIC (poppunk from bloomington / plan-it-x / ex-O:CC)
ADE'EM (amazing hiphop from new hampshire)
JIMMY (ex-Outfit / hiphop project)
STANDFAST (melodic mix of hardcore)
ABE FROMAN (michigan poppunk / on Plan-It-X)
REACCION (female-fronted political hardcore from Chicago)
32 FRAMES (ex-By The Grace of God)
THREE NAILS FOR A FALSE PROPHET (louisville political hardcore).

OTHER
The Lost Film Collective will be presenting an assortment of independent films on Sunday the 30th. ... An art gallery featuring independent artists in the activist & hardcore/punk community will be set up throughout the weekend. Contact us if you'd like to submit your work for inclusion in this gallery.

HELP WANTED!
We're looking to spread the word about this event as much as possible. So email us if you'd like to help pass flyers out in your town. Just let us know your address and the amount of handbills or posters you think you can distribute.

the problem is heat

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I imagined and made a beaded candle holder a few months ago using many kinds of
beads and fine beading thread. The result was lovely and a good first attempt.
I hung the pretty thing from my window, turned off the lights and lit the tiny tea
light inside. The result was a kaleidescope of colour... and shortly thereafter a
snap and shower of beads. The heat from the candle destroys the thread which then
breaks. I have no idea what other material I could use to remake the candle-holder.
I need something thin enough to be threaded through needles -- to make the structure
of the holder work I must do some complicate stiches which require running up to 4
or more threads through some beaded areas -- any heat-proof materials I can think of
(wire, fishing line?) are too thick for this. Anyone have any suggestions out there?

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for those of you that have been asking:

the decoupage project went really well. thanks so much for all of your help. we ended up using a variety of supplies...tissue paper, newspaper, magazines, and comic books. the kids enjoyed it, even though they don't typically like art activities. (they tend to prefer academic work.) but it was a break from routine, and i think they appreciated that.

this week, i did the "what's on your mind?" self-portrait. not all of the kids could fully comprehend the idea behind the activity, but i think they enjoyed it nonetheless.

i want to thank you all. you have all been so receptive and helpful, and i am very, very grateful. you kids are swell. :)


p.s. a question. i bought some fancy papery ribbon at a craft store, and i'm wondering how i can turn it into a choker. does anyone have ideas for any easy-to-make clasps? i'm afraid that paper clips or safety pins will eventually tear the material.