Kyla Buckingham describes herself on Flickr as “…a little punk rock, a little Martha Stewart. I’m a bartender, married to a soldier; we have 2 kids, 2 cats, and never enough time or room! I am in a constant state … Read More ...
Craft Gossip Flickr Page
The Craft Gossip Blog Network has set up a Flickr Photo Group for our readers to submit photos of all your indie made creations. It is a great way for editors to see your products in higher resolution, get publicity … Read More ...
And is the winner is….
Julie! Who commented on July 15th, 2008
We have randomly chosen your name! Please send us an e-mail with your mailing address and we will send out your copy of Lotta Prints!. Congrats again and thanks to everyone for playing! … Read More ...
Indie Craft Show Round Up
Saturday August 9th 2008
Ballston Arts & Crafts Market – Arlington, VA
CraftaNostra – Maplewood, MO
Bizarre Market at the Jonny Z Festival – Richmond V
Brooklyn Indie Market – Brooklyn, NY
Sunday August 10th 2008
Urban Craft Stars
THE URBAN CRAFT STARS
CARNABY STREET, LONDON’S FIRST CRAFT POP UP SHOP
FLOCK & ROCK
This Saturday (9th August 2008) the craft movement hits London’s West End for the first time. Kingly Court, Carnaby Street will be hosting a showcase … Read More ...
Joanna Rutter on Etsy
I have been falling in love with the jewelry made by UK artist Joanna Rutter! Her use of simple shapes and holes make the cutest whimsical bird designs. You can find her work for salet at her Etsy shop Joannarutter… Read More ...
Heidi Kenney & Schmancy: Show Opening Tomorrow
Heidi Kenney of My Paper Crane will be having an opening at Schmancy for her show “If You Lived Here You Would Be Home Now” tomorrow Friday, August 8th from 6p-9p. Come by and eat some of their snacks! Meet … Read More ...
The Wild Life
Susie Ghahremani the painter, crafter and indie genius behind boygirlparty.com has a solo art show at Giant Robot, launching with a reception August 16 and running through September 17….
THE WILD LIFE, the artist’s fifth solo show, will … Read More ...
MyCraftivity Sweepstakes
Do you like to participate in a variety of crafts? Are you looking for new inspiration or perhaps a new crafty hobby? Or, would you like to add 12 of the top craft titles to your library? Now is your … Read More ...
Don’t Forget to Enter Indie Craft Giveaway!
Don’t forget to leave a comment for the July/August Indie Craft Giveaway! I have a complimentary copy of Lotta Prints from Chronicle Books for you to win! You must leave a comment with the following theme:
Tell us your … Read More ...
Yarn Nerd
I came across the indie crafter Yarn Nerd a while ago and had to post about his shop! Yarn Nerd is the brain child of Adam, an Electrical Engineer who likes to dabble around with needles, yarn and some powdered … Read More ...
Softies for Maribel: Crafting For A Cause
Softies for Mirabel is an ongoing exhibit and auction to raise money for The Mirabel Foundation. Mirabel is a wonderful organisation which supports the children of families affected by substance abuse. They do amazing, important work – and a dedicated … Read More ...
Craftin’ Outlaws
Craftin’ Outlaws is an annual ‘alternative’ craft fair held in Columbus, Ohio. The first event, held in 2005 featured 50 fabulous and original DIY ers selling their hip handmade wares to a steady stream of customers who were looking to … Read More ...
Craft Corps
Our very own Knitting Craft Gossip Editor Vicki Howell is starting a very interesting call to crafters. From her post:
Calling all crafters! I’m gearing up to write my next book, Craft Corps
(pronounced Craft Core) which will focus on … Read More ...
Bazaar Bizarre Ohio
Bazaar Bizarre Cleveland’s first-ever summer show takes place this weekend inside Ingenuity Festival. We’ll be located near Stage 3 in the All Go Signs Performance area. Maps are available here: http://ingenuitycleveland.com/maps
This edition of Bazaar Bizarre features everything from amazing … Read More ...