Alright closet textile designers! Here’s your chance to design a collection of fabrics for Robert Kaufman Fabrics! The Fabric8 2013 contest is accepting entries now through the 23 of April. To enter, you must register with Spoonflower and upload your … Read More ...
2 Different Takes on Faux-Taxidermy
Confession time: real, actual taxidermy freaks me out. And I doubt I’m alone in that. But occasionally in decorating, especially rustic styles, your room just needs that old-time fur touch. Cue adorable fake taxidermy in two different ways. If you’re … Read More ...
Prospect Heights Craft Fair – Brooklyn, NY
Calling all New Yorkers (and people who’ll be in NYC on April 13th)! The 5th annual Prospect Heights Craft Fair is going to be on April 13th, 2013 from 11am to 6pm! The Prospect Heights Craft Fair is a fabulous … Read More ...
Etsy Shop of the Week – Baroque and Roll
This weeks featured Etsy shop is Baroque and Roll. Baroque and Roll specialized in fabulous, feathery, glittery, millinery and hair accessories. Inspired by th 18th century, old Hollywood glamour, music and art, each piece is handcrafted with combinations of vintage … Read More ...
Wool Felted Nyan Cat – xxNostalgic
I can’t help it. When I see crafts based on internet memes, I smile. And this wool felted version of the ubiquitous nyan cat is no exception. In fact, all of the adorable creations by xxNostalgic make me smile. I … Read More ...
Suavemente Scarf – Etcetorize
So last week I featured some beautiful scarves that featured writing and now, thanks to Ectetorize, you can make one of your own. The tutorial uses a purchased (or already made) scarf, a bleach pen (or faux bleach pen) … Read More ...
The Hobbit Paper Cut – PaperCutWords
Since The Hobbit came out in theaters last year, I’ve seen a lot of Tolkien inspired art. But PaperCutWords take on The Hobbit is one of my favorites. I especially like how pleased Smaug looks, hovering over Bag End. It’s … Read More ...
Salon Talk: L.A. Tastemakers – Craft in America Study Center
Craft in America Study Center has moved on to the next phase of their exploration of food and craft, Good Enough to Eat: Food as Craft. As such, their lecture series is tastier than usual, featuring two of Los … Read More ...
Etsy Shop of the Week – TraceyLipman
This week’s featured Etsy shop is TraceyLipman. TraceyLipman features innovative bags and accessories that put the fun back into functional by using bright prints and designs that focus on what you need your bag to do for you. Tracey got … Read More ...
Market Yourself March – Spoonflower Blog
You might think of Spoonflower as just a place to buy, sell, and design fabric and other textiles, but if so, you’re missing out on everything else they have to offer on their blog. Like this month, where they’re running … Read More ...
Easter Hares and Springtime Scares – Halloween Artist Bazaar
While their specialty is clearly Halloween, the creative folks over at Halloween Artist Bazaar have cooked up some scary good Easter fun this spring and they want to share it with you! If you head over to their website, … Read More ...
Tea Container – Ode to Inspiration
Finally! A tutorial that speaks to the true issues I face on a daily basis: storing my massive tea collection. Ode to Inspiration shares this adorable tutorial on how to make spring themed container, specially decorated for holding tea bags. … Read More ...
Etsy Shop of the Week – Storiarts
This week’s featured Etsy shop is Storiarts. Storiarts is the work of artist Tori Tissell, who creates beautiful scarves by screen-printing passages from classic novels onto high quality cotton jersey. According to the about page, she initially created scarves … Read More ...
Hipster Sasquatch Freebie – Urban Threads
I’ve got to wonder whether or not Urban Threads Art Director and Evil Genius Niamh O’Connor chose this design as a freebie in honor of her being out here in the PNW this weekend for the SewExpo. Because there … Read More ...
Alicia’s Ink – Fashion Me Purdy
I love when indie crafters and artists build upon the traditional to create something fabulous and modern. Alicia’s Ink is the work of a First Nations artist, who creates “customized native designs on modern clothing, shoes, and accessories,” according to … Read More ...