whoo-hoo!
Did you know owls
can rotate their heads three-quarters of the way around and not completely, which is a common misconception?
have the best hearing of all birds?
create a variety of sounds or vocalizations, and not all are able to "hoot?"
are, for the most part, nocturnal creatures, which is why there aren't many owl sightings...
...until now! As you peruse this issue, you'll find many of these fun feathered friends adorning tote bags, cards, table runners, wreaths and more. Here's your opportunity to invite these captivating creatures into your home and incorporate them into your gift-giving. What a hoot!
It's also that favorite time of year when we're all thinking about the approaching holidays, wondering what to create for our loved ones and how we'll decorate our homes. Check out our Countdown to Christmas section, starting on page 111, with an assortment of amazing ornaments, gifts and home décor items you can make long before the holidays arrive. And don't miss our exclusive "Peace, Love & Joy" Kitchen Set, designed by Joan Elliott. Cross-stitch her enchanting jar wraps ahead of time for gift jars to package homemade treats for the holidays.
We're also thrilled to share two new techniques with you. Imagine the possibility of creating gorgeous glass pendants and other items in your microwave! Well, now you can—with a new microwave kiln. Discover how to create the Tangerine Glass Pendant on page 136 in five easy steps! To celebrate this exciting new product, Diamond Tech is generously donating a Fuseworks™ Microwave Kiln to a lucky Crafts 'n Things® reader, so be sure to enter at www.craftsnthings.com. We've also included the first of many beautiful ceramics projects (page 131) we'll feature in upcoming issues.
Create and Celebrate!
Abby Foster
Editor, Crafts 'n Things®
(afoster@amoscraft.com)
Crafts'n Things® (Attn: Abby & Dawn)
2400 E. Devon Ave., Suite 292
Des Plaines, IL 60018
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