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Pop-up Book Art

By bruno

Check out this awesome alphabet pop-up book (via Craft Videos):

 

LINK: http://craftvideos.blogspot.com/2008/04/pop-up-book-art.html

April 17, 2008
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Paper stop-motion

By bruno

Ok, this is my new favorite thing (scroll for videos):

created on: 02/25/08

And this:

Artist: Su Blackwell

Via: SmartsAndCrafts

February 25, 2008
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Dry-Erase Paint for your whole house!

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Ok, maybe it wouldn't be a good idea for your whole house, but it'd definitely be sweet in the kitchen, a kid's room or even the bathroom.

The cool thing about this paint is that it goes on completely clear, meaning you can paint any color you like underneath it!

Anybody have hands-on experience with this stuff? Chime in and let us know how it works! 

 

 

LINK: www.dryerasemagic.com

February 14, 2008
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All The Furniture for One Room – In a Box!

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Via TreeHugger

February 12, 2008
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We Have a Winner!

By bruno

Last week we introduced our new Curbly Forums, and asked you to help us kick-start the action by introducing yourselves on this thread (the first 50 people to post were entered in a drawing to win a $100 gift card to Amazon.com). 

Well, we selected our winner at random this morning, and it's mandyduren! Cograts, mandy!

If you haven't checked out the forums yet, what are you waiting for!? We'll be running more forum contests in the future, and we n » READ MORE

February 11, 2008
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Last Day to Introduce Yourself and Win $100!

By bruno

It's not too late! Today's your last day to introduce yourself on the Curbly Forums and be entered into a random drawing to win a $100 Amazon Gift Card.

All you have to do is be one of the first 50 people to say hello on this thread.

While you're at it, why not post something for sale in our classifieds forum, jump-start the eco-discussion in our Going Green area, or ask for some advice from your fellow Curbiers?

Poll What's the next contest prize you'd like to see in the forums? Vote now!
February 08, 2008
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Check out the new Curbly Forums!

By bruno

Sometimes you have a question, comment, or idea that doesn't really make sense as a blog post. The brand-spanking-new Curbly forums are the perfect place for that sort of thing. Right now, the first 50 people to participate on the Introduce Yourself thread will be entered into a random drawing for a $100 Amazon Gift Card!* All you have to do is stop in and say hello!

 

The new Curbly Forums!

 

* One winner will be chosen at random. For complete rules, click he » READ MORE

February 04, 2008
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"Smart" Closets to the Rescue

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Check out this cool article on an interesting idea; "smart" closets are being developed that can tell you wether your shirt and tie are matched:

If you’ve ever felt the embarrassment of wearing a mismatched suit or outdated outfit to an important meeting or event, the “wearable computer lab” at the University of South Australia has just the solution for you. “Smart” closets are being developed that will let the owner know important fashion tips li » READ MORE

December 20, 2007
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Pop-up Card Designer

By bruno

 

pop up card designer software
 
Need a little help coming up with the next great holiday card to send out to your friends and family?

 

The Pop-up Card Designer is a Windows application, which generates unfolded patterns of pop up cards. Using this software, you can print out a pattern and use it to create your own pop-up card.

December 14, 2007
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Addicted to Ornaments

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Cindy Johnson never decorates her Lyndon Township home for Halloween or Valentine's Day or Easter. How could she?



During that time span, she's busy putting up or taking down Christmas decorations. She decks the halls with 42 trees, as well as a large collection of other decorations, in what amounts to a six-month challenge.

"It just got out of control," admits Johnson, who works as an IT operations supervisor at the Borders Group corporate offic » READ MORE

December 13, 2007
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