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		<title>31 Free Craft eBooks from Interweave</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 28 May 2010 13:36:36 +0000</pubDate>
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				<category><![CDATA[Art]]></category>
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		<description><![CDATA[*Image credit: Interweave Store
&#8220;We are dedicated to meeting the needs of every craft enthusiast who wants information and instruction on their chosen subject: knitting, crocheting, sewing, jewelry making and beading, quilting, weaving, spinning, drawing, and fine art.  We offer a wide variety of media especially created for YOU.&#8221; ~Interweave Store
No matter what your craft, Interweave [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p><span style="color: #999999;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">*Image credit: Interweave Store</span></span><br />
<a href="&lt;a href='http://www.interweavestore.com/store?af=mnpennypincher' target='_blank'&gt;Interweave Store&lt;/a&gt;" target="_blank" class="broken_link"><img class="size-full wp-image-2274 alignleft" style="margin-left: 5px; margin-right: 5px;" title="interweave" src="http://mnpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/05/interweave.jpg" alt="" width="229" height="39" /></a><em>&#8220;We are dedicated to meeting the needs of every craft enthusiast who wants information and instruction on their chosen subject: knitting, crocheting, sewing, jewelry making and beading, quilting, weaving, spinning, drawing, and fine art.  We offer a wide variety of media especially created for YOU.&#8221;</em> ~<a href="&lt;a href='http://www.interweavestore.com/store?af=mnpennypincher' target='_blank'&gt;Interweave Store&lt;/a&gt;" target="_blank" class="broken_link">Interweave Store</a></p>
<p>No matter what your craft, <a href="&lt;a href='http://www.interweavestore.com/store?af=mnpennypincher' target='_blank'&gt;Interweave Store&lt;/a&gt;" target="_blank" class="broken_link">Interweave</a> has a free eBook for you:</p>
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<li><a href="http://beadingdaily.com/media/p/42275.aspx" target="_blank">Free Beadweaving Patterns</a></li>
<li><a href="http://beadingdaily.com/Beaded-Necklace-Free-Patterns/" target="_blank">Free Beaded Necklace Projects</a></li>
<li><a href="http://beadingdaily.com/media/p/74805.aspx" target="_blank">Free Brick Stitch Beading Projects</a></li>
<li><a href="http://crochetme.com/Crochet-Hat-Patterns/" target="_blank">Free Crochet Hat Patterns</a></li>
<li><a href="http://crochetme.com/media/p/110414.aspx" target="_blank">Free Crochet Patterns for Babies</a></li>
<li><a href="http://crochetme.com/Crochet-Scarf-Patterns-Free/" target="_blank">Free Crochet Scarves Patterns</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.artistdaily.com/Draw-People-From-Photograph" target="_blank">Free Draw People From a Photograph Lessons</a></li>
<li><a href="http://artistdaily.com/Drawing-Basics-Learn-To-Draw/" target="_blank">Free Drawing Basic Lessons </a></li>
<li><a href="http://knittingdaily.com/media/p/30693.aspx" target="_blank">Free Easy Knitting Patterns</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.quiltingarts.com/media/p/13878.aspx" target="_blank">Free Fabric Painting Instructions</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.quiltingarts.com/media/p/18998.aspx" target="_blank">Free Image Transfer Techniques for Art Quilts</a></li>
<li><a href="http://knittingdaily.com/media/p/38190.aspx" target="_blank">Free Knit Accessory Patterns</a></li>
<li><a href="http://knittingdaily.com/7-Free-Cardigan-Knitting-Patterns/" target="_blank">Free Knit Cardigan Patterns</a></li>
<li><a href="http://knittingdaily.com/7-Free-Baby-Knitting-Patterns/" target="_blank">Free Knitting Patterns for Baby</a></li>
<li><a href="http://knittingdaily.com/7-Free-Knitting-Patterns-for-Men/" target="_blank">Free Knitting Patterns for Men</a></li>
<li><a href="http://artistdaily.com/Landscape-Oil-Painting/" target="_blank">Free Landscape Oil Painting Techniques</a></li>
<li><a href="http://artistdaily.com/Watercolor-Instruction-Painting/" target="_blank">Free Landscape Watercolor Lessons</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.quiltingarts.com/media/p/11227.aspx" target="_blank">Free Machine Stitching Tips &amp; Motifs</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.clothpaperscissors.com/Mixed-Media-Art-Techniques" target="_blank">Free Mixed-Media Techniques</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.quiltingarts.com/media/p/16717.aspx" target="_blank">Free Patchwork Quilt Projects</a></li>
<li><a href="http://beadingdaily.com/Peyote-Stitch-Free-Projects/" target="_blank">Free Peyote Stitch Beading Patterns</a></li>
<li><a href="http://artistdaily.com/Oil-Painting-Techniques/" target="_blank">Free Plein Art Landscapes</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.artistdaily.com/Watercolor-Lessons-Portrait-Painting/" target="_blank">Free Portrait Painting Lessons</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.quiltingarts.com/media/p/17544.aspx" target="_blank">Free Quilt Binding &amp; Finishing Methods</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.quiltingarts.com/media/p/13499.aspx" target="_blank">Free Sewing Patterns for Beautiful Homemade Gifts</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.quiltingarts.com/media/p/12884.aspx" target="_blank">Free Small Quilting Projects</a></li>
<li><a href="tp://knittingdaily.com/Free-Sock-Knitting-Patterns/" target="_blank">Free Sock Knitting Patterns</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.quiltingarts.com/media/p/13878.aspx" target="_blank">Free Surface Design, Paint, and Monoprint Techniques</a></li>
<li><a href="http://artistdaily.com/Still-Life-Oil-Painting/" target="_blank">Free Still Life Oil Painting Lessons</a></li>
<li><a href="http://beadingdaily.com/Wire-Jewelry-Free-Designs/" target="_blank">Free Wire Jewelry Designs</a></li>
<li><a href="http://beadingdaily.com/Free-Wire-Wrapping-Patterns/" target="_blank">Free Wire Wrapping Jewelry Projects</a></li>
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<p><a href="&lt;a href='http://www.interweavestore.com/store?af=mnpennypincher' target='_blank'&gt;Interweave Store&lt;/a&gt;" target="_blank" class="broken_link">Click here to visit Interweave to see what else they have to offer!</a></p>
<p><a href="http://mnpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/thoughts1.jpg"><img class="alignleft size-full wp-image-318" title="thoughts.jpg" src="http://mnpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/thoughts1.jpg" alt="" width="85" height="85" /></a><strong>Here&#8217;s PENNY for your thoughts!<br />
<span style="font-weight: normal;">What is your favorite craft activity? </span></strong></p>
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		<title>Free Personalized Cover Book from PhotoWorks</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 26 Nov 2009 14:10:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>mpp</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Showcase your photos with creative designs you will not find anywhere else.&#160; This 11 1/2&#34; x 8 1/2&#34; glossy hardcover book features your photos and title accentuated by the background color or design for any occasion. User-selectable options include font styles and colors, cover and page layout selections from 1 to 12 photos (or text [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Showcase your photos with creative designs you will not find anywhere else.&#160; This 11 1/2&quot; x 8 1/2&quot; glossy hardcover book features your photos and title accentuated by the background color or design for any occasion. User-selectable options include font styles and colors, cover and page layout selections from 1 to 12 photos (or text only), photo borders and a variety of page backgrounds to make your photos really stand out.&#160; <font size="1"><em>~photoworks.com</em></font></p>
<p><a href="http://www1.photoworks.com/shop/products/%203157086?c=&amp;002=&amp;003=&amp;004=&amp;005=&amp;006=&amp;007=&amp;008=&amp;009=&amp;010=&amp;011=&amp;012=&amp;csdartid=&amp;00Z=" target="_blank" class="broken_link"><img title="FreePersonalizedCoverBook" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="173" alt="FreePersonalizedCoverBook" src="http://mnpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/FreePersonalizedCoverBook.jpg" width="244" border="0" /></a>&#160;&#160; </p>
<p><a href="http://www1.photoworks.com/shop/products/%203157086?c=&amp;002=&amp;003=&amp;004=&amp;005=&amp;006=&amp;007=&amp;008=&amp;009=&amp;010=&amp;011=&amp;012=&amp;csdartid=&amp;00Z=" target="_blank" class="broken_link">Order your Personalized Cover Book today</a>!&#160; </p>
<p>Coupon code BONNIE is valid for the first 25,000 customers to redeem it during online checkout for a FREE personalized cover book.&#160; (value $39.95)</p>
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		<title>Free DMC Cross-Stitch Kit</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 20 Nov 2009 23:43:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>mpp</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[For two and a half centuries, generations of stitchers have selected DMC needlework threads to create cherished heirlooms.&#160; As they continue into their third century, DMC continues to be committed to color, quality, and you!&#160; ~dmc-usa.com
 
Sign up to become a DMC Mentor and receive a free DMC Cross-Stitch Mentor Kit.
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			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>For two and a half centuries, generations of stitchers have selected DMC needlework threads to create cherished heirlooms.&#160; As they continue into their third century, DMC continues to be committed to color, quality, and you!&#160; <font size="1"><em>~dmc-usa.com</em></font></p>
<p><a href="http://www.dmc-usa.com/majic/pageServer/0y060000m50000/en_US/Mentor-subscription.html" target="_blank" class="broken_link"><img title="DMC" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="152" alt="DMC" src="http://mnpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/DMC.jpg" width="230" border="0" /></a> </p>
<p><a href="http://www.dmc-usa.com/majic/pageServer/0y060000m50000/en_US/Mentor-subscription.html" target="_blank" class="broken_link">Sign up to become a DMC Mentor and receive a free DMC Cross-Stitch Mentor Kit.</a></p>
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		<title>Free Memory-Keeping Class from Jessica Sprague!</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 16 Nov 2009 13:45:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>mpp</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Holidays in Hand … capturing the hopes, memories, and wonderment of the holidays.&#160; Make a December album project to help you tell your holiday stories past and present.&#160; Refocus on what matters most! ~jessicasprague.com
 
Head on over to JessicaSprague.com.&#160; Log in, then click Redeem Gift Code.&#160; Enter HIHFREE2009.&#160; Experience a “JS” memory-keeping class for yourself.&#160; [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Holidays in Hand … capturing the hopes, memories, and wonderment of the holidays.&#160; Make a December album project to help you tell your holiday stories past and present.&#160; Refocus on what matters most! <font size="1"><em>~jessicasprague.com</em></font></p>
<p><a href="http://www.jessicasprague.com/index.php?option=com_juga&amp;view=juga&amp;Itemid=111" target="_blank"><img title="HolidaysInHand" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="244" alt="HolidaysInHand" src="http://mnpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/11/HolidaysInHand.jpg" width="187" border="0" /></a> </p>
<p><a href="http://www.jessicasprague.com/index.php?option=com_juga&amp;view=juga&amp;Itemid=111" target="_blank">Head on over to JessicaSprague.com</a>.&#160; Log in, then click Redeem Gift Code.&#160; Enter HIHFREE2009.&#160; Experience a “JS” memory-keeping class for yourself.&#160; Spread the word, share the love, all are welcome.&#160; <strong>Hurry, registration ends at midnight TONIGHT (11/16/09)!</strong></p>
<p><strong><img style="display: inline; margin-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px" src="http://mnpennypincher.com/wp-content/uploads/2009/10/thoughts1.jpg" align="left" /> A penny for your thoughts …      <br /></strong><em>Have you ever taken a class from Jessica Sprague?&#160; I have taken <a href="http://www.jessicasprague.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage-ask.tpl&amp;product_id=12&amp;category_id=21&amp;option=com_virtuemart&amp;Itemid=85" target="_blank">ACDSee Digital Organization</a>, <a href="http://www.jessicasprague.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage-ask.tpl&amp;product_id=9&amp;category_id=14&amp;option=com_virtuemart&amp;Itemid=85" target="_blank">Now We’re Rockin’ With Photoshop</a>, and <a href="http://www.jessicasprague.com/index.php?page=shop.product_details&amp;flypage=flypage-ask.tpl&amp;product_id=123&amp;category_id=45&amp;option=com_virtuemart&amp;Itemid=85" target="_blank">Photo Editing</a>, and each has been fabulous! </em></p>
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		<title>Quick &amp; Easy Knitting Patterns for FREE</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 25 Sep 2009 16:47:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>mpp</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[Free knitting patterns are the way to go.&#160; Why not create your own source of clothing?&#160; Knitting your own creations makes it that much more special.&#160; It’s always great to craft your own gifts too.&#160; Use the extra yarn you have laying around the house to create something beautiful.&#160; Knitting your own patterns is, of [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p>Free knitting patterns are the way to go.&#160; Why not create your own source of clothing?&#160; Knitting your own creations makes it that much more special.&#160; It’s always great to craft your own gifts too.&#160; Use the extra yarn you have laying around the house to create something beautiful.&#160; Knitting your own patterns is, of course, a money saver too!&#160; </p>
<p><a href="http://lm.logicalmedia.com/z/12572/CD8092/" target="_blank"><img title="KnittingPatterns" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; border-left: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="187" alt="KnittingPatterns" src="http://lh4.ggpht.com/_Mg-3So-05NA/Srz0M-W4XpI/AAAAAAAAAY8/ZIqynoQnceE/KnittingPatterns%5B3%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="172" border="0" /></a> </p>
<p><a href="http://lm.logicalmedia.com/z/12572/CD8092/" target="_blank">Get 24 Quick &#038; Easy Knitting Patterns eBook for FREE from FaveCrafts</a>, which includes cables and blocks for afghan, sock monkeys for kids, mop covers, bath spa mitts, a newsboy cap, and much more.&#160; </p>
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		<title>Free Quick &amp; Thrifty Crochet eBook</title>
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		<pubDate>Fri, 11 Sep 2009 01:23:00 +0000</pubDate>
		<dc:creator>mpp</dc:creator>
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		<description><![CDATA[ Use up the yarn in your stash or create a great last-minute gift with this downloadable collection of 25 free, easy crochet patterns.&#160; These free crochet patterns from FaveCrafts require little yarn and little time to create, making the economical and fun.&#160; You can sit down to crochet with a movie and have a [...]]]></description>
			<content:encoded><![CDATA[<p></p><p><a href="http://www.favecrafts.com/master_images/Crochet/Quick-and-Thrifty-Crochet-eBook.pdf" target="_blank"><img title="25QuickThriftyCrochetPatterns" style="border-right: 0px; border-top: 0px; display: inline; margin-left: 0px; border-left: 0px; margin-right: 0px; border-bottom: 0px" height="194" alt="25QuickThriftyCrochetPatterns" src="http://lh6.ggpht.com/_Mg-3So-05NA/SqmmkI5gbrI/AAAAAAAAATQ/GgKwNsaczRI/25QuickThriftyCrochetPatterns%5B4%5D.jpg?imgmax=800" width="167" align="left" border="0" /></a> Use up the yarn in your stash or create a great last-minute gift with this downloadable collection of 25 free, easy crochet patterns.&#160; These free crochet patterns from <a href="http://www.favecrafts.com/" target="_blank">FaveCrafts</a> require little yarn and little time to create, making the economical and fun.&#160; You can sit down to crochet with a movie and have a dishcloth, flower, or bookmark by the time the movie is over.&#160; <a href="http://www.favecrafts.com/master_images/Crochet/Quick-and-Thrifty-Crochet-eBook.pdf" target="_blank">Download 25 Quick and Thrifty Crochet Patterns by FaveCrafts now</a>.&#160; Thanks, <a href="http://www.pocketyourdollars.com" target="_blank">Carrie</a>!</p>
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