The impressive genes of super crafters

I am so inspired looking at the finalists of the Handmade Charlotte Family Craft Challenge, mainly because I would never in a milion years come up with any of them. Or, I might, but they'd never come out this amazing. The fun part is you…

The impressive genes of super crafters

I am so inspired looking at the finalists of the Handmade Charlotte Family Craft Challenge, mainly because I would never in a milion years come up with any of them. Or, I might, but they'd never come out this amazing. 

The fun part is you can click over and vote for your favorite family craft project in the comments, and the winner will get some pretty sweet prizes from Michael's. I'm kind of torn. I'm so taken with those felt planters, but the nature art kit and felt badges are so perfect for my kids. The stenciled map kit makes lovely kids or baby room decor...but then that leather gift tag is so special. 

If only they would start selling them, for those of us with zero qualifications to enter a Family Craft Challenge whatsoever. And yes, that's a hint. -Liz

Vote for your favorite of the finalists of the Handmade Charlotte Family Craft Challenge before 10/17 to send an indie crafter home with a great prize, and find some inspiration while you're at it. 

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