“CRAFTMASTER …the lifelong crafter started merrimentdesign.com, a blog where she posts free how-to instructions of her favorite DIY projects—such as a Chicago passport cover (pictured) and an urban wreath made out of Polaroid pictures. “I love putting creative things out there for people to take and make their own,” Beymer says. The site—its motto is “craft and pass it on”—has been a hit with the online craft community, so Beymer also posts submissions from readers that include tips on everything from modern stuffed animals to grilling marinades.” Time Out Chicago magazine and website 12.18.08 full review
The Knot magazine has been extremely kind to us. We’re thrilled to have a two-page featured article in the 2007-2008 Fall/Winter issue of The Knot national magazine, available in Borders and other national bookstores. You can also see us online as a “Knot Pick” wedding as well as on The Knot TV.
“When Prescott emailed me yesterday to say “thanks” for pointing him in the direction of those Chicago Flag Christmas Cards on Etsy, I made sure to send him something else that just came my way: a DIY Chicago Flag Passport Cover. Although Prescott shuddered at the thought of bumbling around with swatches of fabric, I thought some of our readers might like the scoop on these free, very nicely done step-by-step instructions to create your own Chicago travel companion.” full article
“Kathy Beymer, from the always entertaining and educational, Merriment Designs, is perhaps the closest thing to a young, hip, urban Martha Stewart that I have ever seen…” The Everyday Bride full review
“i wanted to kick off the day with two diy projects: this fantastic felt holiday project from kathy at merriment design (click here for instructions) and a great holiday guest blog project right here…just in case you want to do some crafting while you’re watching the macy’s thanksgiving day parade.” design*sponge 11.26.08 full review
“From the folks at locally run site Merriment Design, who brought you the DIY Chicago Flag Passport Cover, come these instructions on how to make some nifty napkin rings and placecards for your Thanksgiving dinner - no sewing machine required.
Let us also give a nod to the concept of the website itself; a “craft and pass it on” idea-sharing site which posts free and easy DIY projects. If you have any craft ideas you would like to see posted, send them their way!” full article
“Chicagoist just spent the last 20 minutes swooning over the cute handbags at Carry…their bags are fresh and they’re one-of-a-kinds. Chicagoist totally just sent their link out to ALL of our friends so you better get over to the site and check the stuff out before our circle of friends does!” full review
You crafty? Send me your creations, ideas and finds. I’ll post them and shower you with all the credit.