inspired by Goodsmiths

August 2012

Thanks for helping Goodsmiths become Silicon Prairie’s New Startup of the Year!

Perhaps you heard the good news, but allow us a moment to celebrate — Goodsmiths won the first New Startup...

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5 tips for great shop photography

Hey, crafters! One of my duties here at the Goodsmiths blog is to write about photography, specifically tips that will...

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Making in the Kitchen: Ginger Beef Stir Fry

My entire immediate family came to stay with us a few weeks ago, which my husband and I lovingly called...

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hello from our new blogger, cara

Hi there! I’m Cara and I run my own crafty business, Mary Marie Knits, out of my home studio. I recently...

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hello from our newest goodsmiths blogger, michelle

Hi! I’m Michelle, and the newest blogger here at Goodsmiths. I’m an avid crafter, and I’m thrilled to be blogging...

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DIY Saturday: Make a Decorative Growth Chart to Track Your Kids’ Height

A while ago, I saw a wood growth chart at Pottery Barn and thought, “Wow, I could totally do that!”...

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Making in the Kitchen: Asian Noodle Salad

So I don’t know about you, but I’ve recently fallen in love with The Pioneer Woman. I feel as though...

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herb creations: crochet a catnip-filled fish toy for your kitty

My two fat kitties go gaga over catnip. This relative of the mint family is another herb that I plant,...

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Simple Project: Easy Vases for Empty Corner

I had a few empty corners that needed a little something to fill them. I wanted to find an inexpensive...

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Making in the Kitchen: Hot Pizza Dip

Looking for a quick and tasty appetizer to have before an Italian meal that’s different from bread sticks? Ooooh, this is a good one....

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