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Origami Holiday Craft: Paper Wreath

Dec 07, 2011 No Comments by

BY DANIELLE TATE-STRATTON I love to make Christmas crafts, and I think they’re even better when I can include a little bit of Japan in them for friends and family who don’t live here, so this year I decided that many of my crafts would have an origami theme. Here I’m going to share directions [...]

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Origami Holiday Craft: Christmas Tree Card

Dec 03, 2011 No Comments by

BY DANIELLE TATE-STRATTON   I love to make Christmas crafts, and I think they’re even better when I can include a little bit of Japan in them for friends and family who don’t live here, so this year I decided that many of my crafts would have an origami theme. Here I’m going to share [...]

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FEW 2011 Holiday Craft Fair With Oakwood, Being A Broad and ETSY

Nov 29, 2011 No Comments by

Craft fairs are a fantastic place to find unique, handmade items just perfect for nearly everyone on your list. While you’re looking, you’ll be sure to see things that are fun and fancy, unique and cute, and just generally fabulous, all the while supporting local artisans and choosing a more sustainable way to shop. Sound [...]

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HGTV is Looking for Americans Living in Japan

Sep 06, 2011 No Comments

A brand new international design show on popular network channel Home & Garden Television (www.hgtv.com) is looking for American expats who are living in Tokyo! They are hoping to find fun, energetic Americans who live in (rent or own) well-designed homes or apartments in Tokyo. This show will focus on the design details that set [...]

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Romantic Photography

Feb 01, 2011 No Comments

BY DEE GREEN and TRACEY TAYLOR Spring is around the corner, love is in the air. Why not celebrate the love of your partner, friends, family, loved ones, and favourite things by grabbing your camera and documenting life right now? Try these romantic photo tips inspired by some all-time great, cheesy, classic love stories and [...]

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