Need a gift idea for that yarn-loving knitter in your life? This teeny tiny knitting charm that Stephanie from A Geek In Glasses shared on Think Crafts should do the trick!
In love? Head over to Think Crafts to see the full tutorial.
[Via Dollar Store Crafts]
Posted by Haley Pierson-Cox | Tuesday May 21st, 2013 7:00 AM
Make a set of cute fish-shaped tablecloth weights with this tutorial from Kalinka Handmade!
Fair warning: The tutorial is in Russian, but the photos are pretty easy to follow. If you’d like to see the whole thing in English, you can always run it through Google Translate.
[Via CraftGossip]
Posted by Haley Pierson-Cox | Monday May 20th, 2013 3:00 PM
Give any room a crafty, stylish makeover with this fun modern plastic canvas wall art tutorial from Diane at CraftyPod!
I love all of the bright, bold colors, and I’m definitely digging the quilt block vibe.
Ready to make your own? Head over to CraftyPod to see how it’s done!
Posted by Haley Pierson-Cox | Monday May 20th, 2013 2:00 PM
By Jessica Wilson
It being spring and all, I find myself window shopping more and more. Living with most of my belongings in boxes and on a super tight (aka zero dollar) budget, I have found that creativity is a must for adding some fling to my spring wardrobe. Thank goodness for my magic fabric bin that unveiled an armload of store bought and thrifted doilies. So, grab some scissors, a doily or two, and a glass of powdered drink mix if you like, and hop along for this nifty T-shirt revamp.
Posted by Haley Pierson-Cox | Monday May 20th, 2013 12:00 PM
Transform plain donuts into squee-worthy treats with this awesome and adorable cat donut tutorial from Heidi at My Paper Crane!
Want to see more? Check out My Paper Crane for the full how-to.
Posted by Haley Pierson-Cox | Monday May 20th, 2013 11:00 AM
Categories: Food & Beverage, Craft, Home | 1 Comment
Make your own beautiful, wearable spray rose jewelry with this flower necklace tutorial from The Green Dandelion!
So pretty!
Head on over to The Green Dandelion to see the full how-to.
[Via CraftGawker]
Posted by Haley Pierson-Cox | Monday May 20th, 2013 9:00 AM
Looking for ways to make your window coverings more fashionable? Maybe you should consider taking a page out of artist Adam Parker’s book with this clever piece, which mashes up popular culture and interior design.
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Posted by Andrew Salomone | Monday May 20th, 2013 7:00 AM
Categories: Art & Design | 1 Comment
Artist Lauren Ryan managed to make this unbelievably realistic sculptures of animals from nothing but pipe cleaners!
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Posted by Andrew Salomone | Sunday May 19th, 2013 5:00 PM
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Here are some cool things we saw in the CRAFT Flickr Pool this week:
Bobbin Lace Walkthrough, Part Three, by gotthebutton
Patchwork Pal, by Jennibellie
Candy Cane Handspun Fine merino Yarn, by TextileArtsandCrafts
Vinyl Lightning, by SOMETHiNG MONUMENTAL
Little Goose, by carriestrine
Posted by Haley Pierson-Cox | Sunday May 19th, 2013 12:00 PM
Categories: Photography & Video, Craft | 1 Comment
Ramekon O’Arwisters and a Crochet Jam participant have a laugh while working on the tapestry.
Yesterday at Maker Faire Bay Area in the Textile Talk Lounge, artist Ramekon O’Arwisters gave a compelling talk on his social and artistic project, called Crochet Jam. Ramekon goes out into the community and teaches people how to crochet, and then lets them loose to work on a collaborative tapestry. He only instructs how to do the crocheting — not how the piece should look. “Play is the foundation of creativity,” he says. As a result of this freeform approach, it is a beautiful and interesting object, with rows perpendicular to each other, long skinny bits rambling off the edges, and fabrics of every shade, pattern, and texture.
Growing up in North Carolina, Ramekon used to help his mom and grandma make quilts. A few years ago, a friend taught him how to crochet, and it reminded him of those happy times. He decided to start a project that would enable groups of people to collectively work on a piece of art, with a focus on relaxation and human connection. Far from a gallery piece that is static and distanced from the viewer, Crochet Jam tapestries have been displayed in galleries, but once the show is over, Ramekon takes them down and brings them back to more Crochet Jams, to grow and evolve. Participants have the opportunity to become a part of the art that inspired them.
“The social practice of uniting communities — that’s the art. This [the tapestry] is just a symbol of that.”
Details from Ramekon O’Arwister’s community-created crocheted rag tapestries. The largest piece measures 82″ x 82″.
Posted by Laura Cochrane | Sunday May 19th, 2013 10:53 AM
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Make fancy crowns and tiaras that are perfect for kids parties and playing dress-up with this lace crown tutorial from Morena’s Corner!
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Posted by Haley Pierson-Cox | Saturday May 18th, 2013 4:00 PM
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Make your little lady a cute Mini Boden-inspired top with this polka dot pillowcase tank tutorial from Cherie at You and Mie!
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Posted by Haley Pierson-Cox | Saturday May 18th, 2013 9:00 AM
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