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June 10, 2014 1 Comment

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It’s my birthday! That seems like a great occasion to share what’s inspiring me this month, making me smile, things I find exciting. I’ve got everything from baby programming to weddings to Orange is the New Black this go around. For real, check all of these out. It’s my birthday, and they make me happy. :)

Crafty Rafty | Creative Inspiration via handsoccupied.com

It’s not just birthday nostalgia – I just discovered the series Crafty Rafty by Baby TV. It’s a bunch of videos of crafts being made stop motion style. It’s a show for babies, but it’s about crafting with recycled materials. It’s adorable, and if you have Hulu, you should watch at least a clip of it. 

Macklemore's Needlepoint | Creative Inspiration via handsoccupied.com

Apparently Macklemore made this himself? I’m not sure about that, but this is pretty epic.

Things like knitting, yoga and playing an instrument are good for you. This cute video helps explain why.

1920s Botanical Wedding | Creative Inspiration via handsoccupied.com

I’m obsessed with this ’20s inspired botanical wedding, and especially the swirled, fresh floral backdrop and cake!

Fantastic Small Apartment Idea | Creative Inspiration via handsoccupied.com

The people who live in this small apartment are geniuses. Geniuses!

Crochet on Orange is the New Black | Creative Inspiration via handsoccupied.com

Once again Orange is the New Black delivered with awesome crafty action in season 2. gif via Knitters With Attitude on Tumblr. 

Filed Under: Inspiration Tagged With: botanical backdrop, crafty rafty, diy, effects of knitting, inspiration, inspire, macklemore, macklemore needlepoint, orange is the new black, small apartment

About Heidi

Heidi Gustad is a craft book author & content creator in love with primary colors & vintage vibes. She specializes in knitting, crochet, latch hook and macramé, and her first book, Latch Hook: 12 Projects for the Modern Maker, is out now!

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  1. Danny

    June 12, 2014 at 12:13 pm

    Heya Heidi, I’m Danny, one of the “geniuses” who lives in the apartment with the platform bed. Glad you dig it! Thanks for sharing — we’re working hard to drum up votes in the Apartment Therapy contest, and we appreciate your help.

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Hi! I’m Heidi (she/her/hers), a craft book author & pattern designer specializing in knitting, crochet, latch hook & macrame. Really anything with yarn! ❤️  My work combines vintage and modern design elements, featuring bold colors and graphic motifs.

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