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Deana

Deana May, New Milford, CT, US
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I’ve been a Threads, and now CraftStylish, staffer for two years. I love all crafts! I learned how to sew, knit, crochet and embroider as a child but really stuck with sewing and knitting the most over the years. Right now I feel myself getting equally addicted to quilting, embroidery (again) and jewelry making as well. And, I just love paper. I love the visual and tactile quality of all of these crafts--the beautiful papers, lush yarns, the varied fabrics, and the sparkling beads and baubles. My proudest crafting moment was getting the job as editor of Craft Stylish Special Issues!!


craft interests: crochet, embroidery, fashion, gifts, holidays, home decorating, jewelry making, knitting, memory making, paper crafts, quilting, restyle, sewing

Gender: Female

Member Since: 03/24/2008

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How to Sew a Tray Cover

Jun 21, 2016
20 comments

This is the kind of quick and easy project that makes me feel like I am living the dream: sweetly pampered and lavishly lux.

How to Make a Ribbon-Covered Lampshade

May 17, 2013
14 comments

My favorite crafting projects are the simple ones that look like a million bucks. Check out these amazing lampshades—All you need is a straight-sided lampshade and some gorgeous ribbon to make a shade that would turn an interior designer's head.

How to Restore a Lamp Shade

Jan 20, 2010
17 comments

Give new life to a beat-up lamp shade with a quick fabric re-cover.

How to Make a Coin Purse

Jan 8, 2010
16 comments

Make adorable coin purses from broken umbrellas or fabric leftovers.

Christmas Goat Hats

Feb 12, 2009
11 comments

Fleece hats made for my brother-in-law and his goats this past Christmas.

Transform Your Home for Holiday Entertaining

Dec 19, 2008
1 comment

You can inexpensively add some stylish touches to your home for the holidays. Check out the great project ideas in CraftStylish Holiday Decorating Ideas.

Pressed for Time

Dec 18, 2008

Stressed about getting your holiday gifts completed? There are 10 projects that you can complete in under an hour (and even inexpensively) from CraftStylish Gifts to Make, Vol. 2!

Gifts for Everyone on Your List

Dec 17, 2008

CraftStylish Gifts to Make has the best how-to projects for everyone on your list (all in one place)!

The Latest CraftStylish Special Issue Shows Simplicity Pattern Some Love

Dec 16, 2008

We love patterns that are so well designed you can make them over and over and sew a uniquely different look each time. Check out this Simplicity/SewStylish pattern that inspired two projects in CraftStylish Quick Stuff to Sew, Vol. 2.

Hip Home Gifts

Dec 16, 2008

If you are looking for a few clever ideas for beautiful and unique items to give at a housewarming party or to a hostess, look inside CraftStylish Gifts to Make, Vol. 2.

Deanas Sewing Room

Nov 5, 2008

The Ultimate Sewing Room contest entry

How to Gold-Leaf a Charger

Oct 24, 2008

In this video, see the gold-leaf technique featured in CraftStylish Holiday Decorating Ideas.

How to Make a Fold-Out Flower Box

Oct 1, 2008
7 comments

A basic gift box gets even better when it becomes the gift. Learn how to make a basic box from scrapbook and Canson papers, then decorate the inside with a floral accordion-style paper display that’s ready to hold your favorite photos or quotes.

How to Make a Watch-Piece Ring

Sep 27, 2008
14 comments

Learn how to make a totally cool and utterly unique ring using found objects, such as this antique watch piece.

Crafty Happenings

Jul 25, 2008

Looking for something to do this weekend? If you're in the area, check out these craft events.

Crafty Happenings

Jul 11, 2008

A list of must-attend craft events happening this weekend.

Chic Batik How-To

Jul 4, 2008
1 comment

Check out this awesome flour paste batik tutorial from Bridget Benton at The Matchbook Blog.

New Embroidery Designs

Jul 4, 2008
6 comments

Check out the latest installment of oh-so-fabulous embroidery patterns from Sublime Stitching.

Crafty Happenings

Jun 27, 2008

Yearning for some creative inspiration this weekend? If so, head to one of these craft events.

Make and Share: Bright Bangles

Jun 16, 2008
6 comments

Create beautifully textured bracelets by wrapping on a mix of trim, thread, or yarn.

Don't miss the book party!

Jun 13, 2008

If you're in N.Y. and you love the simple beauty of Lotta Jansdotter's printed designs, you won't want to miss this event.

Tell Us What You Think of Us

May 30, 2008
2 comments

Check out our latest multi-crafting issue of CraftStylish magazine: "Quick Stuff to Make." Then, tell us what you loved (or didn’t love) about the issue.

Wrapped Bangles are Quick and Look Great.

May 28, 2008
1 comment

I had been dreaming of these wrapped bangles for about a year before I actually sat down and made them. I loved the results and they came together pretty quickly. It's great that, simply by choosing...

My First Crochet Project - A Sparkly Scarf

May 28, 2008

I just re-learned how to crochet after a long hiatus and chose this scarf from Debbie Stoller's book, The Happy Hooker, as my first project. This "One Skein Scarf," as it is called actually took me two skeins of my chosen yarn to finish but...

How to Make Painted Bangles

Mar 10, 2008
2 comments

One look at these darling bangle bracelets and I knew I'd hit crafting paydirt: they are sooo simple and quick, and you can design your very own or recreate a favorite look.


recent comments

Re: The Winner of the the SewStylish Spring Fashion Challenge is...

Congratulations, LittleRachel! And, thanks so much to everyone who submitted a garment.

posted: 12:00 pm on June 17th  

Re: An Evening of Crafty Stories

What an amazing event! I laughed, I cried, and I was inspired. Thank you to everyone for sharing their stories.

posted: 11:54 am on June 10th  

Re: Spinning a Yarn: An Evening of Crafty Stories at The Lion Brand Studio, NYC

Can't wait to attend this exciting event and check out the Lion Brand Studio!

posted: 11:46 am on June 3rd  

Re: How to Make a Valentine from an Onion

Jeffery, you continue to entertain and inspire. I love this post and I so want to make this. It's just beautiful. Who knew there was a crafty use for onion skins. You did! Bravo!

posted: 1:17 pm on January 28th  

Re: Somebody Else's Periwinkle Blue Skinny Jeans, Made Mine

Thanks Tina! You are inspiring me to host a clothes swap with my gal pals. I have been wanting to do this for a while now. And, your post is giving me a warm fuzzy feeling just thinking about the potential great finds!

posted: 10:46 am on January 21st  

Re: How to Make Hand-Warming Gloves

Love it! Awesome idea...my hands are always cold.

posted: 1:53 pm on January 7th  

Re: Make It: Potato Printed Giftwrap

So fun! Thanks Kayte. I have always wanted to try this!

posted: 1:05 pm on December 4th  

Re: How to Make a Snowstorm

So beautiful.

posted: 9:41 pm on December 3rd  

Re: The Claw: How to Make an Unusual Halloween Mask

I agree with Jen W. So scary! But, so good!

posted: 2:44 pm on October 21st  

Re: Unique Stash Buster: Dryer Balls

Oooh! These are really fabulous. I have to make some of these. Thanks Linda!

posted: 3:45 pm on August 13th  

Re: How to Make Perfect Paper Daisies

Simply gorgeous! I'm sending this to a good friend who just loves daisies.

posted: 12:12 pm on August 11th  

Re: Fused Glass Broken Heart

Keep at it Vicky! I think your pendant still looks really cool.

posted: 9:29 am on July 25th  

Re: Free Julie Cuff Pattern from Blueprint Crochet

Really cute!! You know I'm obsessed with bracelets, so I have to make some of these. Thanks Linda!

posted: 1:33 pm on July 22nd