by Laura K Curtis | Nov 24, 2013 | Crafts, Freebies & Giveaways
Today I am giving away another handmade bracelet. I actually made the glass beads in this piece and the reason the bracelet is so small (again, 6.25″ wrist) is that I only made three! They are copper dichroic glass, and I’ve combined them here with...
by Laura K Curtis | Nov 22, 2013 | Freebies & Giveaways, Stuff!
When I was young, I really wanted to wear makeup. But I couldn’t. I couldn’t even wash my hands with liquid soap because I was so allergic to whatever chemical made it “liquid.” If I tried to wear blush, I got a rash on my cheeks. Eye makeup...
by Laura K Curtis | Nov 21, 2013 | Books, Freebies & Giveaways
If you know me, you know I don’t read YA. In fact, I even wrote a rant more than two years ago about how I am tired of people telling me “oh, you have to read this great YA.” But here’s the thing. Two years ago, my nieces were kids. Now...
by Laura K Curtis | Nov 20, 2013 | Crafts, Freebies & Giveaways
Back in the day when I used to make beads, I went to a lot of trade shows. And at many of them, I would big bead my beads for other people’s beads, or just outright buy beads. I was completely addicted to Swarovski crystals, especially the vintage ones. A friend...
by Laura K Curtis | Nov 19, 2013 | Crafts, Freebies & Giveaways, Stuff!, Writing
I know, I know, you’re fed up with me jumping up and down and shouting about Twisted. I don’t blame you. But today it’s out! *tosses confetti* You can read an excerpt or see the hilarious Lego trailer on the Twisted page. But enough about...
by Laura K Curtis | Nov 18, 2013 | Books, Crafts, Freebies & Giveaways
Today we have a guest post (and guest giveaway!) from Deb Lacy of the fabulous Mystery Playground blog. Deb has great posts (I’m particularly fond of her speakeasy-themed ones). If you’re looking for vintage mystery covers, speakeasies around the nation,...
