Discover how to make a fun and colorful rug using leftover yarn scraps. Crochet a beautiful rug using a simple single crochet stitch with pom pom yarn.
Author: Angie Sivori
I'm a creative busy-body on a journey to simplify my life and my belongings.
Spring Spectacular Artist Demo Day
UPDATE: Angie’s Originals has closed since this posting, but I still love to reflect on my time and friends made when operating my little business. 🙂 Angie’s Originals held its annual Spring Spectacular event on April 12, 2014. The sun was shining while passersby were able to watch artists at work creating wood designs, pottery,…… Continue reading Spring Spectacular Artist Demo Day
See Beautiful Rock City Barn
Discover the nostalgic charm of “See Beautiful Rock City” barns that dotted the midwest countryside. Share your stories in the comments! #RockCityBarns
Vintage Bird Feeders and Yard Art
Penny Zimmerman-Wills has a real talent for turning vintage dishes into cool and funky bird feeders and yard art. Put one or two of these in your yard, and all the birds will be tweeting about you 🙂 (This photo is from my former business, Angie’s Originals.)
Soap Can Be A Work of Art, Too!
UPDATE: Angie’s Originals has closed since this posting, but I still love to reflect on my time and friends made when operating my little business. 🙂 If I were to tell you what item I get asked about the most in my boutique – it would probably be the small, soft and fuzzy things that…… Continue reading Soap Can Be A Work of Art, Too!
Creative Ways to Use a Closet Door Organizer
Discover the versatile back-of-the-door organizer, perfect for storing a variety of items. From kitchen essentials to craft supplies, find out how to make the most of this space-saving solution.
Purses, Purses, Purses!
UPDATE: Angie’s Originals has closed since this posting, but I still love to reflect on my time and friends made when operating my little business. 🙂 We love purses! Do you? Here are a few of the cool bags we offer at Angie’s Originals. Look closely below… yep, you guessed it… they…… Continue reading Purses, Purses, Purses!
It’s Sweater Time!
UPDATE: Angie’s Originals has closed since this posting, but I still love to reflect on my time and friends made when operating my little business. 🙂 Cold weather is still here -and we’ve got new creations to keep you warm!
Craig Rhodes featured on WSIU’s Expressions
(2014) Local artist, Craig Rhodes was featured on WSIU’s Expressions television series. Expressions showcases the creative abilities, techniques, and inspirations of Southern Illinois artists. The show’s producer, Rajvee Subramanian, approached Angie’s Originals in Metropolis to learn more about local artists in the Metropolis area. Following several discussions, Craig Rhodes was invited to Carbondale where…… Continue reading Craig Rhodes featured on WSIU’s Expressions
Celebrating Our Third Anniversary
UPDATE: Angie’s Originals has closed since this posting, but I still love to reflect on my time and friends made when operating my little business. 🙂 Angie’s Originals held its annual Anniversary and Artists Celebration on Nov. 23, 2013. Wow! Three Years! The time has just flown by! It doesn’t seem that long ago that…… Continue reading Celebrating Our Third Anniversary