tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1904448398365368052011-10-03T22:05:42.485+08:00All for the love of craft & design... art & culture naturally followsCrazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.comBlogger541100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-89699133124552034192011-10-03T21:34:00.001+08:002011-10-03T22:05:42.524+08:00

There r are a few groups who feed the homeless in KL. One such organisation is REACH OUT.  Each nite (early morning) the volunteers and their leader Pete collect & pack food donated by businesses such a PJ Hilton & Nomad Restaurant and then distribute it to the homeless people around Klang Bus Station, Central Market, Masjid Negara & Dayabumi (to name a few spots). Their vision & mission: “A

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-56648131898079280702011-09-19T12:48:00.002+08:002011-09-19T12:52:04.198+08:00

Read Nathan S. Collier's blog http://www.nscblog.com/ and subscribe to his daily post. You'd get lots of interesting human & business relationship stories... A little like 'Chicken Soup'..(i think)

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LASSie, the Langkawi Animal Shelter & Sanctuary Foudation is putting together a brand of creative products, in collaboration with designers, artists and supporters. Each product is attributed to the person eg. LASSie by Carolyn. This way everyone receives recognition for their product and contribution. The objective is to assemble up to 100 products, which can be sold through LASSie boutiques in

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-88137938198627669702011-05-14T10:10:00.000+08:002011-05-14T10:10:59.035+08:00

Everytime i meet an artist or crafter , the same questions pop up! Do u paint? What craft do u do?  Simple question, a somewhat complicated answer..  Having experimented with so many aspects of art & craft before, all i can say is "Not anymore", which is a sad revelation for me... What happened???  Over the years, there were many bad moments related to my passions.  Going back to the crafting &

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-75439249536312505352011-04-02T12:06:00.005+08:002011-04-02T12:16:02.092+08:00

Ever since I've been interviewing artists (for a book project), I've come to learn a lot about the sacrifices artists make for their art, the joy they get from painting and new art forms. Now, i have increased appreciation for contemporary/popular art forms like COMICS and DOODLING.  I guess one would say that i'm ol'skool. Leonardo daVinci is till my art hero!  Have never doodled before as i

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I started this blog at the end of 2007. It came as a personal need to DOCUMENT interesting snippets in the art & craft world and has also the more lofty intention of providing INFO & ENCOURAGEMENT to other creative people & ordinary folks. I find SHARING, most fulfilling for me. ... And so, i BLOG on just about any kind of craft (& a little art)...Then in 2009, I started to feel lonely... I

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Many people who come to our events will declare apologetically that they are not creative! .. but they just like & appreciate our work. They r bound by the traditional view that to be creative means one must be able to draw an exact copy of the Mona Lisa. Creativity encompasses more than that.See if any one or more of these fits you. Then, you ARE CREATIVE!Excerpt from Creativity - Flow and the

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-27527732286416984592010-11-26T01:32:00.000+08:002010-12-05T11:59:37.611+08:00

An invitation to all ACG members who r established artists and emerging artists who have participated in at least one solo or group exhibition.One artist, one painting. United in art & diversity of media, culture and love of our country, Malaysia.A chance to join a royal, charity exhibition, supported Yayasan Di Raja Sultan Mizan (our present Yang Di Pertuan Agung).MORE INFO:1. Criteria for

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-65727813204496643842010-01-18T01:51:00.012+08:002010-01-18T03:00:52.155+08:00

COME EXPLORE YOUR CREATIVITY !!! Are you a painter? A potter? A designer? Try a new medium! You can't paint, you can't draw? but you can bend wire? BE A WIRE BENDERDate : 23 January, 2010Venue : Laman Budaya Rakyat - ACG's booth (under invitation from National Art Gallery)Dataran Merdeka, Kuala LumpurTime : 4.30-10.30pmAnyone can come & participate --We supply the Inspiration & wire ... You

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A piece of wire ----... useful & ordinary... and often overlooked as a medium for creative art work - WIRE SCULPTUREDEFINITIONElizabeth Berrien, godmother of modern wire sculpture movement defines WIRE SCULPTURE as "any art made from wire.... There are no rules, no limits, no boundaries. Just as there are infinite variations in the way an artist may create a pen-and-ink drawing of any subject in

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-54725679772365037542009-12-02T01:12:00.012+08:002011-03-11T00:54:50.910+08:00

I was on my way to the gym when a cute, little doggy caught my eye! Those bright eyes, fluffy hair & impish grin :)These are Angie's hand-painted tees!This was my first encounter with Angie's work, but she had just gone home so I could not meet her in person. I found her on Facebook & she later joined our ACG Malaysia (facebook group)I finally met up with her at Ikano for a long chat (that's the

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-69966144568938498462009-11-23T00:11:00.020+08:002009-11-23T01:47:16.724+08:00

1st Naive Art Exhibition at Zoo Negara. Naivete is a quality in art that is designed to imitate the presumed innocence of the seven-year olds in the handling of colours, lines and shapes. The results often seem pre-meditated with the irresistible charm we often encounter in jokes not intended as such, but still leave us roaring to the ground. The sheer act of laughing gives us an immense

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-18501224030514134582009-10-12T16:29:00.012+08:002009-10-22T17:19:29.488+08:00

Anyone knows where this is ??Hint --> The answer!! The Rooftop, 8th floor, Lot 10 Shopping Mall, Bukit Bintang, Kuala Lumpur.How to get there - Go to Dome Cafe & entrance & take the outside lift next to it up to 8th floor and enjoy a scenic view, workout, eat, theatre, club!!THE ACTORS STUDIO (TAS) LOT 10I was thrilled to hear that TAS has a new home, generously provided by YTL's Tan Sri Francis

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-50702872893254524912009-08-29T00:49:00.007+08:002009-09-05T13:50:55.704+08:00

Guess - where can we see these ?? Hint - probably see these in some of P. Ramlee's B & W movies

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-61299701652367936252009-08-09T18:57:00.006+08:002009-08-22T12:17:19.664+08:00

No one can even begin to imagine how great the power of the mind can be.Meet Stephen Wiltshire an autistic, who is also called ' The Living Camera ' http://video.stumbleupon.com/#p=0k4lsi1dqlStephen Wiltshire is an artist who draws and paints detailed cityscapes. He has a particular talent for drawing lifelike, accurate representations of cities, sometimes after having only observed them briefly.

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-74383224550193056102009-08-02T23:18:00.005+08:002009-08-02T23:36:12.449+08:00

Buah Seto Tok Ma (Grandma's mangosteen)Pak Zawi, a fellow blogger has created a blog to auction off paintings donated by a Kelantan painter Chegu Mazeri Othman or Deen as he prefers himself to be called. He gave away the painting so that it can auctioned off and the proceed will go to 'Tabung Kebajikan Tok Sangkut' (Tok Sangkut Benevolent Fund)This is the first painting donated by Chegu Mazeri

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-78948794055808736762009-07-13T00:24:00.003+08:002009-07-13T00:38:19.160+08:00

Inspired by their observations of modern life’s hectic pace, a group of seven students who are completing their graduation year at Dasein Academy Of Art present “I’M NOT...” an exhibition about stress. Using sources of stress and various methods of relaxation as the starting points for their artworks, this is a creative exhibition that will be nothing less than a visual spa. How can you say no to

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-41276414375775700732009-07-06T08:09:00.000+08:002009-07-06T08:09:00.215+08:00

Let's celebrate a greener future this National Day in hope of a greener and more environmentally conscious humanity at Noble Banquet! The Recyclists are back with the 2nd installment of the No Plastic Bag series of events!The No Plastic Bag BazaarOrganiser - The RecyclistsDate - Aug 31, 2009Venue - Noble Banquet, No 235, Jalan Bukit BintangBeneficiaries- Malaysian Nature Society (MNS) & Furry

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-53548198617519263682009-06-20T23:11:00.016+08:002009-06-29T11:04:43.030+08:00

I am so envious! - a friend is going to Athens for a week - to visit the new Acropolis Museum which opened with a big, lavish party yesterday. New Acropolis Museum, by day. Notice The Parthenon way in the back, at the top of the hill.This museum replaces the old, crowded 1874 museum next to the Parthenon. It boasts of 226,000 square feet of glass & concrete and was designed by the French-Swiss

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-59361892696171658982009-05-30T20:23:00.009+08:002009-06-02T22:42:14.338+08:00

We have been constantly advised- "What you see on the net or in forwarded emails MAY very well be false". So I suggest that before you spam your friends with some 'unbelievable', juicy emails, do some checking. You can easily 'google' it!A case in point. I received a forwarded email entitled 'Marzipan Babies' and was amazed by the technique, detailing and material supposedly used. The email asks

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-34417734715988263252009-04-04T09:06:00.001+08:002009-04-20T00:39:54.197+08:00

I meant to put up this post earlier but pressing matters kept me occupied. And so I missed the official opening which i am sure was a blast! If you have the time, i would greatly recommend everyone & anyone (creative or creativity-challenged) to go for the DIY ........ workshop (details below). Crafts are not for kids only.. Do explore your creativity (everyone is creative - except some think

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-34904399696697891272009-04-03T17:18:00.002+08:002009-04-03T17:22:10.016+08:00

Come and hear the artists of The Living Room exhibition talk about the unique pieces they've created.Covering the artistic process from conceptualisation to realisation, this talk provides an illuminating glimpse into each couple's different approach toward making the home a sanctuary for creativity.The talk will feature the artists: Azliza Ayob & Kojek, Ili Farhana & Bebe, Lisa Foo & Fabian

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-32905093224313459542009-03-16T23:16:00.013+08:002011-03-11T00:57:30.536+08:00

March 26 to April 11, 2009 10am-6pm, except Sundays & Public Holidays@Pelita Hati House of Art (Tel: 03-2284 8380)Art exhibition of new works by ceramic artists Niki Cheong, Frankie Yeevia, Khoo Gaik Sim(ACG members); Liz Joo, Lim Ai Lin, and Elke Lau. Their works are inspired by flora & fauna & artifacts in parks and gardens.All friends & ceramic enthusiasts are invited to :Official opening the

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Human Watching is the result of 14 years of research culminating with Jeganathan Ramachandram' residency at GALERI PETRONAS, KLCC in year 2008. This exhibition, which began literally as an exercise in watching people, explores the artist's new age mystical approach to understanding human nature through the study of faces in relation to the day in the week that the sitter was born on. Each of his

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-61529874792471970402009-03-09T22:36:00.005+08:002009-03-16T23:42:03.793+08:00

Galeri Petronas @KLCCJoin curator & writer Beverly Yong, Director, Rogue Art as she gives an introduction to the background and practice of contemporary visual art in Malaysia through a series of informal talks and discussions. Admission is Free and open to all. Limited Participants per Workshop so please call 03 – 2051 1228 (Rofiah) or 03-2051 7717 (Juaini) to secure your place. Part I: The

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-35429774605967207532009-02-25T19:33:00.007+08:002009-02-25T20:12:56.718+08:00

An exciting week of local & international design 'mega creative' events is coming our way from 27th March - 4th April 2009.KLDW - "promises a wide mix of creative thoughts and eclectic ideas, of imaginative programmes and inspiring showcases, plus loads more under one grand event of “Show + Shine”, to showcase what we don't have, and to enhance what we do have.One time, One community, One

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-63583886166894727432008-12-26T20:26:00.004+08:002008-12-26T20:39:37.878+08:00

Yesterday (25 December) was the 1st anniversary of this blog (one of 3 blogs created =crazeepatches, crazeefit, crazeeeat) in 2007.It is a wonderful experience to be able to share my various passions with the 'world'! Through the Feedjit widget, I know that my blog has been read by people all over the world; from the many states in USA through the continents of Africa, Europe, Asia & Australia

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-2914257535466542262008-11-17T23:47:00.003+08:002008-11-17T23:55:30.160+08:00

I am posting this email from Kampung Kasih, a preschool which teaches appreciation for the environment, respect towards other people and self-development through work & play:Hi,We will be making small dolls for the cancer children. These are Waldorf inspired mini pouch doll and are wonderful for preschool children. Please find attached a picture of the dolls. We hope to be able to get the dolls

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-85985553074162800142008-11-09T11:48:00.003+08:002008-11-09T11:57:52.660+08:00

"[Diane] Von Furstenberg [top fashion designer] - loved the Gee's Bend Quilts she saw in the De Young Museum"!A quote from Vogue magazine (as seen in http://www.purlbee.com/the-purl-bee/2006/12/28/patchwork-catwalk.html)This inspired her to use crazy patchwork in her Spring 2007 collection. These are some of her dresses

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-82651551968265275032008-10-09T23:38:00.005+08:002008-10-11T02:03:34.999+08:00

JOURNEY INTO THE MINDSFeaturing artworks by psychiatric patients who underwent art therapy. The works, which range widely in scope, technique and subject matter, are as much works of artistic expressions as they are portraits of troubled minds in various phases of recovery. Organised and curated by the Department Of Psychological Medicine, University Of Malaya, the exhibition is held in

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-86340624524848750952008-10-03T12:17:00.012+08:002008-10-03T14:07:51.221+08:00

This is my MOST FAVOURITE wooden sculpture. See how the head is carved into the existing tree bark!A friend emailed a Powerpoint presentation to me and I was blown over -- such whimsical, yet endearing treatment of the artist's subject matter, the blending of nature with humanistic figures, full of expression. Walking through the garden, pulling back the shrubbery, the branches, you feel like you

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-49052826933015221722008-09-21T09:50:00.016+08:002008-09-21T12:05:23.321+08:00

I was in Kota Bharu recently, to soak in the culture, food & people's way of life. At first, when I saw this hanging in the houses & shops in Kota Bharu, I thought it was a lantern (since it was just 1 week after the Mooncake/Mid-Autumn Festival).But I was corrected by my friend & guide - it actually is a wind (turbine) mobile made from recycled soft drink cans! Because of the slanted slits in

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-90930384035214296532008-09-20T21:50:00.002+08:002008-09-20T22:03:29.975+08:00

Bits of paper, string, ribbons lying around... To throw or not to throw? A real crafter never throws away anything. Every bit can be used! That's creativity!How then do you keep it organised? You know you still have that piece of paper that's perfect for your next craft project, but where is it ? Buried under tons of bric-brac !!Martha Stewart, the queen of perfect living & cooking has lots of

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-50859009294922020392008-09-07T22:52:00.005+08:002008-09-07T23:04:40.199+08:00

Wondering... What's happened to the Central Market? You should pay it a visit. But before that, do check out the latest exhibitions & art activities lined-up for the coming months. Be the first to see both local & foreign artists latest creative endeavour.... http://www.annexegallery.com/"The Annexe Gallery, located behind the recently rebranded Central Market, was launched in January 2007 as a

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-34923988611744190742008-08-31T22:58:00.003+08:002008-09-07T23:14:42.953+08:00

Saw this on Martha Stewart once. Apparently, rather hip in New York. Created by a Chinese guy (details very sketchy, ..i know... apologies) Enjoy! Dedicated to all latte cum art lovers...http://coffee-kopi-kafei.blogspot.com/2008/05/coffee-kopi-where-r-u-from.html

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-35568966693361676812008-08-12T00:06:00.009+08:002008-09-07T23:20:02.727+08:00

Please bear with me! I'm a new Vegan. All things vegan attract me... but keep an open mind and you may understand my reasons for becoming one & what fun we vegans can have!Check out: "Creating without Cruelty"http://www.etsy.com/storque/section/craftivism/article/one-womans-road-to-veganism/2284/Link, courtesy of my new found on-line friend, ccm. Tx.

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-32999374388202730972008-08-11T16:34:00.009+08:002008-09-07T23:59:09.280+08:00

Read about her junk adventure....http://closetcrafty.blogspot.com/ A graphic designer, using her talents to create art/craft pieces from remnants/throw-aways/junk, with a purpose. Her creations are not for sale, but for championing environmental issuesMeet Pokok, the 'eco warrior'

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-32348694973535094292008-08-10T23:26:00.008+08:002008-09-08T00:02:28.616+08:00

“A hand-crafted doll is one of a kind, an individual which carries the spirit of the maker in its stitches and absorbs the spirit of the child who loves it” (Waldorf Homeschoolers)Class Schedule (for ADULTS) 1-day project - Baby Bunting : Aug 23 or Sep 6 @ 10-11.30am (RM38)2-day project - Baby with little hands & feet : Aug 23+Sep 6 (Sat) @2-3.30pm or Sep 13+27 (Sat) @10-11.30am (RM58)2-day

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-3165338160731908462008-07-18T15:39:00.009+08:002008-09-07T23:21:44.979+08:00

If you are in KL, you must visit the LAMAN 2008 landscape & garden exhibition, over 50 garden concepts - 'Edible Garden' inspired by our PM's wife Datin Seri Jeanne Abdullah, Gardens of All Seasons, International floral display, Children Floral Theme Playground & the Garden at Night (6.30-0.30pm)! Date : 19 - 27 July 2008Time : 9.30am - 9.30pmVenue : Lake Gardens (Taman Tasik Perdana) Shuttle :

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-50908156967658415962008-07-03T01:14:00.006+08:002008-07-03T01:32:27.397+08:00

The Embassy of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela in Malaysia has organised various culture, music, exhibitions & food at various venues, from 29 Jun to 6 July 2008, collectively called Venezuelan Week to foster ties between our two countries.Check out the dates & venues :http://www.venezuela.org.my/3vw3.htmI have been invited to the official opening of "Indigenous Venezuela : Sonorous Universe

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-90229279453387144492008-07-02T17:53:00.006+08:002008-09-07T23:15:23.912+08:00

Got to see this ! Reminds me of Scrappy Doo, nephew of Scooby Doo!These images were sent by friends. Unfortunately, I do not know the artist who did this. I would love to compliment his artistry & ingenuity!

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-83828200673425678032008-04-20T22:04:00.007+08:002008-09-08T00:04:31.036+08:00

Found this in The Garden's, Mid Valley, next to Borders (above Robinson's)Among the usual paints & paper, they sell a wide range of craft materials :Gold leaf foil, Spanish moss, reindeer moss, styrofoam - human body parts, feathers, quilling, ice-cream sticks, alphabets, clothes pegs, wood items, clock base, copper/brass wires/mesh/tubes/sheeting, pom-poms...etc.

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-18957576450680013302008-04-20T21:47:00.006+08:002008-09-07T23:24:45.678+08:00

Made-to-order tops! It's ready in one hour only... Great for jeans or sarees :)

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-67907878530427940672008-04-01T00:04:00.003+08:002008-04-18T17:28:28.158+08:00

Wanna be another Jimmy Choo or design your own Blahnik?Check out this website by a charming, elderly lady who has written a book teaching people to make their own shoes with some basic materials.http://www.marywalesloomis.com/via-Google/Incidently, if you need shoe fabrics & their accessories, there are a few shops near my apartment selling just that !

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-58232484715131605612008-03-30T12:09:00.006+08:002008-09-07T23:22:13.418+08:00

Just jumping around the craft blogs & found http://oiyi.blogspot.com/Do check it out for blogs about her life surrounded by all types of crafts (knitting, crochet..), her baby, her dogs Caesar & Napolean (the splitting image of the General Napolean Bonaparte.. haha..) & her cooking & baking

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-65821141270259689102008-03-14T23:55:00.002+08:002008-04-18T17:30:18.502+08:00

Found this website that allows you to create your online gallery & sell your work (14-days free trial)... check this outhttp://www.yessy.com/art/crafts/?sview=newitems

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-25034270333843337312008-02-21T00:03:00.022+08:002008-09-07T23:22:43.337+08:00

Animals have always been the inspiration of artists and crafters! Unfortunately, many people consider animals below them in the order of things... and sadly, sickly, they are often treated badly... either through human ignorance or plain cruelty...Fortunately, there is a growing number of people who care and appreciate the contribution of animals, especially pets... And they NEED YOUR HELP! More

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-3640558284039185962008-02-14T01:33:00.004+08:002008-04-18T17:32:26.229+08:00

What a better present for someone close to your HEART than something made by you, which comes from your HEART!Isn't that what V-Day is suppose to be? To show that you care enough to go to all that trouble to make something for that someone special ..... that's priceless! Forget that the colours are clashing, the workmanships' shoddy & the design outdated .... it's the thought & effort that counts

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-12569584232178980402008-02-10T23:40:00.005+08:002008-09-07T23:23:13.168+08:00

Who says crafts are for kids & little old ladies? Researching on the web, I've noticed that there are trendy, hip & funky crafters out there with lively, cute interesting designs.The craft techniques may be 'old world ' eg. crocheting, quilting, applique,.. but given a modern twist -- such vibrant colours... many are fashion based ... I suspect they are either fashion designers or graphic

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-17313019196282534252008-02-09T11:06:00.001+08:002008-04-18T17:33:20.175+08:00

Just read this in the NST paper -GUIDED by the belief that creativity holds enormous power for social change, the Annexe at Central Market is offering, for the first time, a total of RM50,000 in grants this year for arts projects. The closing date for applications is Feb 29, 2008. For details and application form, e-mail to chungwei.centralmarket@gmail.com or razman.centralmarket@gmail.com or

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-47387332003096123732008-02-08T02:26:00.002+08:002008-09-07T23:23:50.435+08:00

Hey, ACG members - the 'Balai' (National Art Gallery, Malaysia) still remembers us!Here's a CNY card from Dr. Mohamed Najib bin Ahmad Dawa, Ketua Pengarah BSLN. The card features a Chinese brush painting by Prof. Liu Hai Sou entitled "Birds of Spring" 1967-001.But what I missed most is Pn Wairah's (former Ketua Pengarah) card which features her own painting!Btw, this year is the Balai's 50th

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-13245590265331167012008-01-15T17:06:00.001+08:002008-04-18T17:34:34.736+08:00

A friend asked for some gift basket tips for this coming Lunar New Year, The Year of The Rat! A brief survey of the supermarkets showed that this year 2008, 'PACKAGING' is THE marketing strategy... huh? .. lots of beautifully packaged cookies & other New Year goodies in keepsake tins, boxes & baskets. Hey! Even the good-old 'Essence of Chicken' is sold in a metal gift basket complete with a large

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-20122981498234611382008-01-11T00:13:00.001+08:002008-04-18T17:34:59.301+08:00

Many years ago, when we were active in craft bazaars, we designed some little felt 'rats' that were a hit . So, since this year is the Chinese Year of the Rat, we have updated the 'rats' design.If you would like to order some, kindly email us at crazeepatches@gmail.comDetails : colour - 'angpow' red (not so orange as in the pix) body, black underside, orange legs, green eyes, black ears & tail.

Crazee Patchesnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-190444839836536805.post-51265781993415752272007-12-25T13:06:00.002+08:002008-09-07T23:24:18.973+08:00

Just got to show you this ! No, the turkey is NOT SQUASHING the BABY, but is a costume. The 'turkey' is a stuffed cushion, painted and wraps around the baby. The baby is lying on a fake platter made from 1 inch foam. Cute, huh? This is dedicated to all my friends who are mummys now & on the way ! Merry Xmas, everyone!! http://www.marthastewart.com/portal/site/mslo/menuitem

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