Creative Chicks Cafe

Pinch me.... Am I dreaming?

2012-02-20T19:20:00.001-05:00

“I bought an old school! Now what do I do…………..” Pinch me…… Am I dreaming? A couple of weeks ago an opportunity of a life time became possible. Ever since I was a little girl I have always had a vision that I would someday own my own schoolhouse. In my dream, this house would be a place for me to create as well as teach art. I saw myself everyday in a “creative bliss”. Two weeks ago on my

"Meet Mary Elder Criss of Meadow Fork Primitives"

2012-02-15T07:55:00.000-05:00

Mary Elder Criss of Meadow Fork Primitives My name is Mary Elder Criss, I am 49 years old and have been married for over 20 years to my husband Jerry. We live about 2 miles outside of a small town in Southern West Virginia and have 3 great kids. Jon, age 27, Emily and Erin, 20 and 16 respectively. I have been designing and creating primitives for over 6 years. I love to read when I can find the

A Container of Love!

2012-02-10T20:38:00.000-05:00

How to Make your "Sweetie Pie” a container of sweet treats for Valentines day!This little box is made out of colored card stock, plain or decorated. Then it is folded and crimped to look like a sour cream box. To personalize the box you can even print your own pictures onto the cardstock before folding. Fill your decorative boxes with candies or other sweet treats of your choice.

Looking for New Opportunities in 2012

2012-02-06T18:32:00.002-05:00

It's February and I'm over a month late on my News Year's Resolution post. This year I am going to put in perspective what I want to do with my life and career as an artist. I have had many wonderful opportunities in life. I've worked as an event planner, teacher, costumer, a professional doll artist, a sculptor and potter, mentored graffiti artists, and even owned a theater. In recent years I

Meet Kristen Sunby Owner and Creator of Canfolk Dolls

2012-01-28T18:57:00.001-05:00

Kristen Sunby, Creator of Canfolk Dolls Kristen Sunby, creates her own "Variety of Spice" with her unique, handmade, vintage spice canfolk characters. This is her story: My name is Kristen Sunby, I grew up in a suburb of Chicago, and all through my childhood, I watched my mother Karn Bernabe, create all kinds of crafts. She could make anything! I was always amazed by her talent and so proud of

Austin-tatious

2012-01-21T18:03:00.000-05:00

What do you get when you cross contagious and outrageous.........Austin-tatious! You got it...The one and only Austin Scarlett! Project Runways "King of Couture". corn husk dress We heard of Austin during the first season of the Bravo reality show Project Runway in 2004 -2005. During that season Scarlett became known for his ability to produce glamorous fashions with unusual

Austin Scarlett - Muppet Screen Test Music Video

2012-01-21T17:45:00.000-05:00

Shiznits- Little Monsters Loved By All Ages

2012-01-12T22:08:00.001-05:00

Kelly Smith Janoweic, Creator of Shiznits When Kelly Smith Janowiec decided to make a gift for a friend’s daughter’s birthday she had no idea that she was about to launch a new business. She used left over fabric to create something between a plush monster and a pillow. It was a hit at the party and Kelly’s husband suggested she sell them. She decided to call the creatures “Shiznits”— a

By starting a crafts club in her low-income high-rise Lee Christianson helps chase away gloom

2012-01-03T20:02:00.000-05:00

http://www.twincities.com/ci_19662453?IADID=Search-www.twincities.com-www.twincities.com This story was featured in our local St. Paul Pioneer Press today. Lee Christianson's story is one that needs to be shared with everyone. Please click on the link and read about Lee's "Craft Club" that had dabbled in everything from quilting to making candy bouquets.

Happy New Year from Creative Chicks Cafe

2011-12-31T09:15:00.000-05:00

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year from Creative Chicks Cafe

2011-12-21T20:11:00.000-05:00

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The Christmas Lady.... "Nancy Malay"

2011-12-12T16:10:00.056-05:00

Creative Chicks Vicki and Nancy at the Creative Connection Dear Friends, One of the things I love most about working with Creative Chicks Cafe is that I have the opportunity to meet so many wonderful artists. Two years ago while attending the Creative Connection in Mpls. I meet an amazing lady. Her name is Nancy Malay. She creates some of the most beautiful vintage-inspired pieces I have

Meet Tawny Dalton Bell, Owner and Creator of ThePrimitive Nook

2011-12-06T23:20:00.001-05:00

Tawny Dalton Bell Tawny Dalton Bell lives in McKenzie, TN., I was born in Pennsylvania and grew up in Florida. The daughter of a well known singer and musician, Robert Dalton. Whose music reached the national charts in the early 70's with hits such as "Mama Call Me Home" and "Papa's Home" At the age of 13, our family (My Dad, Mom, myself and 2 brother's) left Florida living in an RV. We

Turkey cookies

2011-11-23T21:37:00.000-05:00

Happy Thanksgiving everyone! Here is my first vid cast. Now, don't laugh, just enjoy - How to make turkey shaped cookies... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Fp6B2YUs7KE

Happy Thanksgiving to All

2011-11-21T22:03:00.000-05:00

The Season of Giving!

2011-11-12T08:14:00.001-05:00

"Women of Today" information table To greet this season of giving I am putting a more artful outlook to the gifts I give. So I am on a quest to stop at every art and craft boutique I see. There are literally hundreds of crafting boutique signs all throughout the St. Paul / Mpls. area. I'm sorry to say I can't write about each and everyone of them but I'll try to give you some idea of what's

2011-11-07T12:08:00.000-05:00

What happens when.... Halloween is over, there is a winter chill in the air and daylight savings time begins? You got it! It"s the Holiday Crafting Season! And let me tell you, the artists/crafters were out in full force this past weekend. Boutiques and craft sale signs everywhere. Churches, schools, community centers, golf courses and homes all held their annual craft sales. The home craft

Talent Search in Progress

2011-10-23T18:43:00.001-04:00

Kate taking a break from yard work and wondering who or what to feature next Patty is thinking about who to feature next? Fall is here and boy it seems everyone has been busy. We want to take a moment and thank everyone in helping us keep our Blog going. We started getting serious in March of 2010, we were at 3,000 blog hits at the time. Now, we are about to turn 22,000. We have met so many

Margo Willoughby from "Choose Moose"- Primitive Treasures from Years Gone By

2011-10-01T09:23:00.000-04:00

Margo Willoughby- Creator of Choose Moose Meet Margo Willoughby, artist and creator of “Choose Moose” from Laurel, Delaware. Sewing with fabric is definitely her first passion and loves to create bowl fillers and ornies. Margo also enjoys graphic arts, creating primitive hand tags, embroidery and just started assembling bottle caps for necklaces, magnets and hair bows which is a great

A day at the Afton, Art in the Park

2011-09-27T16:42:00.000-04:00

Fall in Minnesota means 'Fall Festival" time. And that is exactly what I, and a couple of family members did this past weekend. The City of Afton held its 33rd annual "Art in the Park". Afton is a quaint little turn of the century town, composed of shops, restaurants, a marina and a museum. Located on the St. Croix River and just minutes from interstate 94 in St. Paul/Mpls. The town has a

Update from yesterdays post. "Chasing our Roots"

2011-09-23T12:46:00.003-04:00

Louise "Albertina" Zabel Steindorf Benie & Lucy We found the babies! You can't imagine our excitement at locating them. As I told you yesterday, Albertina Zabel Steindorf was my Great Grandpa Als Mother. She was just 34 years old when she died. Of what she died we do not know. Yet! Albertina (Tina) gave birth to six children during her short lifetime. Two of which died. Albert, (

"Chasing Our Roots!"

2011-09-22T11:02:00.000-04:00

G. G. G.Grandpa Gottfried and Me! In order for me to attend the Creative Connection last weekend, my Aunt Gail (The Dallas Chick) flew in from Texas to help with my Mom during the weekend. While here, one of the things she wanted to do was to complete some of our ancestry family tree, by finding missing puzzle pieces, taking pictures and visiting grave sites. Monday morning began

2011-09-18T17:03:00.000-04:00

Hi Everyone, I'm back from an amazing three day conference that took place in St. Paul, Minnesota called The Creation Connection. The main focus was how to turn our creative passion into a business through social media and marketing. The personal stories of some of today's most successful names in books and blogs were very inspirational. I can't wait to share the event with you in the coming

The Creative Connection: 2011

2011-09-11T14:29:00.000-04:00

I'm so pumped!!! Can you believe it? We're just days away from The Creative Connection Conference in St. Paul Minnesota, September 15-17 at the Crown Plaza Hotel. This is a national conference and market, celebrating creative women and entrepreneurs. Hundreds of women who have a passion for the creative process will gather together for a 3 day extravaganza filled with hands-on workshops in

Motherlode Toad Factory- Meet Robyn Martin

2011-09-04T09:53:00.000-04:00

Robyn Martin of Motherlode Toad Factory Nestled in the historic Sierra-Nevada Foothills the Motherload Toad Factory is delighted to have you share in the “Contagious, Creative Insanity” that flows out amongst the love and laughter within. Rock wall and wine barrels Mural Murel in a residential home My name is Robyn Martin and I was given a wonderful legacy of a lifetime love