Have & Hold Design

DIY Cross Stitch Tags

Sam — Wed, 16 May 2012 13:09:45 +0000

My latest tutorial is up on Uschi & Kay: DIY Cross Stitch Tags. These pretty little tags are a no-fuss-must for beginners who want to put a little extra effort into their gifting. They make a great gift themselves, or as part of your wrapping.

Now get out your needle and thread and take a stab at it by following the tutorial here.

{images by Have & Hold Design}

Happy Listening: My Favourite Book

Sam — Thu, 10 May 2012 20:18:44 +0000

Here’s a little treat for this sunny afternoon: a sweetly sung declaration of love from Stars.

DIY Fabric Flower Brooches

Sam — Thu, 03 May 2012 12:44:41 +0000

Presenting another fashionable, spring-inspired tutorial that would work as a great favour/gift for those special ladies in your life. Mother’s Day is just around the corner remember! Choose pretty patterned fabrics in luscious colours to brighten up any outfit. I’ve also detailed two different flower styles for these brooches: twisted rosette and frilly carnation.

Check out the full tutorial on Uschi & Kay here. Enjoy!

{images by Have & Hold}

New Release: Frame Cards

Sam — Tue, 01 May 2012 20:15:56 +0000

They’re here and available in the Etsy shop. Check out my latest release: block stamped Frame Cards! These are die cut and hand-stamped to frame your beautiful photos to send with your greetings, making them extra special and personal.

Shhhh… don’t tell my mom, but she’s totally getting one with an old photo of me and her in it for Mother’s Day.

{photos by Scarlet O’Neill}

City of Craft, Spring 2012: One More Hoorah!

Sam — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 13:00:35 +0000

Because I had so much fun at the show running the photobooth… I put together a few animated moments.

{photography by Sara Wilde Photography}

Happy Listening: Hello Sunshine

Sam — Wed, 25 Apr 2012 18:42:35 +0000

Hoping for more of this soon…

City of Craft, Spring 2012 Photobooth

Sam — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 18:00:45 +0000

Woo hoo! Another City of Craft success! The spring show was a blast. Seriously… my head almost exploded from all the fun I was having. Below are some awesome shots from the handmade photobooth, photographed by the wildly fun Sara Wilde. Can’t thank that lady enough.

Not only was the photobooth amazing, but the whole show too! We were among so many talented vendors, and I was lucky enough to sneak away for a few seconds to peek at all the booths. Picked up a few handmade goodies here and there too.

I love meeting so many new people and love the enthusiasm from the guests, so a BIG thank you to all those who came out to support local and handmade goods, as well as all those who put the show together (staff and organizers). I was blown away, yet again. Hope to do many, many more events like this. So. Much. Awesomeness.

{photography by Sara Wilde Photography; photobooth styling + backdrop by Have & Hold Design}

DIY Geometric Paper Garland

Sam — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 21:54:25 +0000

Here is a simple and modern craft I put together for spring party decorating: Geometric Paper Garlands. Free printables are included for easy jump-right-in crafting. Check out the full tutorial here on Uschi & Kay.

{images from Have & Hold Design}

City of Craft, Spring 2012 Sneak Peek

Sam — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 18:57:43 +0000

Just a small taste of my sherbet themed photobooth for City of Craft next Saturday, April 21. I know it’s a tease, but I can guarantee it’s going to be a whole lot of fun with lots of new props and products. Do you like the the colours? Now I’ve got to get back to the craftaganza in my studio. Hope to see you in a week!

{images by Have & Hold Design}

Charm City Cakes, Summer 2012

Sam — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 16:03:40 +0000

The Charm City Cakes collection for this summer has me giddy, with delicious colours, patterns, and dynamic textures. I fancy them all! How does a girl choose?

{photos from Charm City Cakes}