Dyeing To Stitch opened in November 2005 by Ann Robbins and Pat Ryan of R & R Reproductions and their partner, Bindy Quigley. Dyeing To Stitch strives to be the best shop in Virginia when it comes to cross stitch … Read More ...
Revamped Fashion
Revamped Fashion‘s motto is “Extra curvy gals deserve fun clothes too!” They specialize in Plus size reconstructed/recycled/repurposed fashion and accessories. The owner and designer Frances says “I do not believe there is enough cool, fun, eclectic PLUS SIZE clothing … Read More ...
ES Jewelry: Patterns from Nature
I love Elizabeth Scott’s jewelry design! Her work speaks to the nature lover in all of us. Beautiful metal pieces such as her Petal Copper Ring remind us of the lines and beauty right below our feet. And for $26, … Read More ...
This IS a Plastic Bag
This great tutorial on how to make a plastic tote from recycled plastic bags is sure to get you going green! It is written by winning craftster challenger Lydia the Strange on Craftster.org… Read More ...
Print Gocco: An Indie Crafter’s Essential…
The purchase of my print Gocco machine had changed my crafty life! The Save Gocco site says “Japanese fans have enjoyed using “print gocco” for over 25 years. as such, interest in the system has run it’s course in japan. … Read More ...
Craft Zine Vol 4
The lastet issue of Craft Zine has hit the newsstands! I had the pleasure of perusing it already. There are a ton of inspirational projects and interviews! Everything from extracting squid ink to an interview with Annie Weinert, renowned … Read More ...
Yael Frankel’s Miniature Art Creations…
I saw Yael’s work on Etsy and was entranced by her ability to mix paper, fabric and ink into whimsical and wearable art! Yael is a 39 year old mother of two children (12 and 9 years old) and graphic … Read More ...
Etsy Feature – Apak
“Aaron and Ayumi Piland are two physically separate beings who are united in art as APAK“. This quirky couple design, print and publish their own line of greeting cards and zines. Many of their designs, such as this cute … Read More ...
Pricing Your Crafts
One of the biggest challenges of being an Indie Crafter is knowing what your work is worth in the larger craft market. As a good starting point for those of you who are just beginning I found this About.com article … Read More ...
Amigurumi Patterns from Ana Paula
Ana Paula Rimoli is the proud mom of Oli & Martina. Oli turned 4 in April and Martina was born last September 12! They are the inspiration for all the toys she makes. She has great talent for designing the … Read More ...
U-handbag….a bag maker’s heaven!
U-handbag is literally the one stop shop for all your handbag making and selling needs. This UK shop is comprehensive! Offering free tutorials for making lovely creations such as the Pleated Pouch of Apples to blog posts about the sales … Read More ...
CROQ – A Zine For Crafters!
CROQ is a crafty zine written by a team of awesome crafty collaborators around the USA. Articles range from DIY projects, vegan recipes, interviews with influential crafters and indie business owners, and calls to craftivism. This zine is only on … Read More ...
Lovely Pear Day….
I love Marilyn Patrizio! Her charming illustrations are made into sweet accessories and fun stationary! Her Etsy Store is stocked full of goodies such as the Smiling Pear Charm. This charm was handmade by Oscar Nieto and is in … Read More ...
What’s Up Chicken Butt?
These charming Chicken Butt cards appeal to the chicken lover in me and will get most people to crack a smile. They are handmade with a a Gocco screen printing machine by Dixie and Clint of Young and With It … Read More ...
Mafia Made 2007
The San Francisco Craft Mafia are at it again with their successful Mafia Made trunk show! Get your holiday shopping started early and beat the rush! The Mafia Made Winter Trunk show will be held October 21, 2007 at the … Read More ...
