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November 17, 2009
Knifty Knitter Loom-Along with Vickie Howell: Alice Wrist Warmers
Shh! I have a secret. I'm completely obsessed with the Twilight series. I first heard about the books from Kim Werker. Then, it was around this time last year when I got a hold of the first Twilight book from a fellow crafter Nancy Flynn of Belle Epoque. I was weeks from giving birth and on maternity leave so I thought what the heck, I'll give it a try. A week later, I was on the third novel in the series. The movie premiered on the day I gave birth to Chloe so I never got to see it until it came out months later on DVD. Yes, I admit have a crush on vampire Edward Cullen (not Robert Pattinson the actor, mind you) and the fog laden, damp locale of Forks, Washington is a perfect backdrop for showcasing knits. Because dear crafters, I know we have a lot in common. I see Twilight pop up in your Facebook feeds, in your Good Reads lists, and yes, it's a topic of conversation among us on Twitter, no?
(Photo: Summit Entertainment)
Enter in my one of my many email conversations with Vickie Howell, a knitting/crochet queen and fellow movie buff. In September for our "Cozy Up to Yarn" month, she had a brilliant idea to tie in her Movie Monday post with a knitting pattern for Alice Wrist Warmers. (Alice Cullen is also a teen vampire and Edward's sister.) With the movie premiere happening this Friday, we thought it would be fun to do an "Along" tying in our favorite thing -- knitting and a movie.
To celebrate the premiere of New Moon we are presenting the Knifty Knitter Loom-Along (LAL) with Vickie Howell! Vickie will be showing you how to create her Alice Wrist Warmers inspired by the movie using a Knifty Knitter Flower Loom Kit. You'll probably be able to find this at your local Jo-Ann's or craft store. It's an easy way to knit if you don't know how or a fun thing to try out even if you do know how. I'll be joining in on the fun as a new loom knitter.
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Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Nov 17, 2009 10:00 AM
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Fairytale Fashion: Conductive Materials and Drawdio
Diana Eng's new Fairytale Fashion video is about playing with the Drawdio and conductive embroidery to create fun, interactive noises.
Posted by Becky Stern |
Nov 17, 2009 09:14 AM
Fashion Tech, Soft Circuits |
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Handmade Nation Now Available on DVD
For anyone who hasn't been lucky enough to attend a screening of the indie craft movement documentary, Handmade Nation, you can now purchase a copy of the film on DVD. The DVDs are available through Buy Olympia, which also happens to be one of the businesses profiled in the film. [via Sublime Stitching]
Posted by Rachel Hobson |
Nov 17, 2009 08:00 AM
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MAKE, Volume 20: For Kids of All Ages
MAKE, Volume 20 is on newsstands today! Check out this preview video to get a tour of our best edition yet (we know, we say that every time)!
Want to know how to build a hydrogen rocket? How about a laser light show in a lunchbox? Or a simple remote-controlled videocam car? Or maybe you want to go old-school and build a wooden mini sailboat or toy car launcher? All this and tons more, plus revealing photos of Adam Savage's maker childhood, can all be found in MAKE, Volume 20, "For Kids of All Ages." Get your individual copy in the Maker Shed, or subscribe now to get access to our awesome Digital Edition.
Subscribe to the MAKE Podcast in iTunes, or download the m4v video.
Posted by Becky Stern |
Nov 17, 2009 07:00 AM
Announcements, CRAFT Podcast, Kids |
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Stop-Motion Video of Book Printing And Binding Process
The more than 300 photographs that combine to make this stunning stop-motion video from januarypress are mesmerizing. They depict the production of printing a book on a Vandercook press and detail the binding of the books. I've always been a letterpress junkie (you can read about my incredible experience printing with my friend, Sarah, at the Pacific Northwest College of Art last spring) and watching this video made me fall in love with the process even more. I was also enamored with the process of binding the books, especially the sewing portion. Enjoy! [via NOTCOT]
Posted by Rachel Hobson |
Nov 17, 2009 06:00 AM
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Sleepy Salvator Sock Monkey
The world needs more sock monkeys. There. I said it. There's much to be said about taking something as old and inanimate as a sock and breathing life into it in the crafting process. Slovenia-based Cardboard Castle definitely has a knack for just that. Pictured above is Salvator, one of the crew of "models of sustainability" made from recycled materials. Don't you just want to hug him? Pictured below are Zora, Handsome Stan, and Anabel.
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Posted by Goli Mohammadi |
Nov 16, 2009 05:00 PM
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iPhone Home Button Earrings
Adam @ MAKE writes:
Symbology befitting a Dan Brown novel exudes from these handcrafted iPhone home button earrings. Do they imbibe the wearer with mystical iPhone powers? Does wearing two buttons break Apple's Human Interface Guidelines? You'll just have to acquire a pair to find out.
Posted by Becky Stern |
Nov 16, 2009 04:00 PM
Gadgets, Jewelry |
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Crocheted Laptop Sleeve
Yoonie-at-home shows you how to make a crocheted laptop sleeve complete with felt flower and button embellishment.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Nov 16, 2009 03:00 PM
Crochet, Tech Accessories |
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CRAFT Holiday Gift Guide 2009: CRAFT Gifts from the Maker Shed
Hi Crafters! We are kicking off our series of CRAFT Holiday Gift Guides for 2009! From now until mid-December, we'll round up the best crafts to make or handmade goods you can buy for each special person on your holiday list. Today, I'll be featuring some of the great CRAFT products and kits available now in our Maker Shed.
Craft: The Complete Collection ($149.96)
Get the Complete CRAFT Collection -- every issue we ever published! CRAFT Volumes 01-10, featuring the First Year Box Set, the Second Year Box Set, and Volumes 09 and 10.
CRAFT Box Sets: The First Year ($59.99) and The 2nd Year ($59.99)
In this special limited release, all 4 Volumes of Craft's first year and 2nd year are combined in a Special Edition Boxed Collector's Set. Box slip case is included in this set.
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Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Nov 16, 2009 02:00 PM
Holiday Gift Guide 2009 |
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Everlasting Terrariums
Everlasting Terrariums
By Jamie Chan and Katy Kristin
We love terrariums! The idea of crafting tiny living landscapes has attracted hobbyists for over 100 years. But we'll be the first to say that not all of us were born with a green thumb, nor do we want to have the hassle of working with soil, gravel, and live specimens when crafting with kids. We will show you how to make a whimsical and woolly terrarium using vintage German charms, wool felt, and roving. It's a perfect craft project for kids to do on a rainy fall afternoon. Most of these supplies can be found at a local craft store or online. The tools are easy to collect from around the house. Encourage your kids to pick a few of their favorite small toys and incorporate them into their tiny world! These zero-maintenance terrariums also make great gifts or can add extra charm to your bookshelf or window ledge!
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Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Nov 16, 2009 12:00 PM
CRAFT Projects, Super Crafty Kidz |
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Craft Leftovers Monthly: Winter Issue + Giveaway
The Craft Leftovers Montlhy Winter Issue is now available for pre-order for $7 (+s&h). Craft Leftovers Monthly is all about living life creatively. It's full of resourceful projects, patterns, and ideas for using what's on hand. It turned two years old in August and is 100% recycled and 100% handmade!
Kristin of Craft Leftovers writes:
This issue marks a new phase of Craft Leftovers Monthly, not only is it larger in size and page count, but we also have guest designers for the first time! And to top that off, subscriptions for the zine will be available for the first time ever. You can now sign up for a half year and full year subscription!
The Craft Leftovers.com shop is celebrating a Grand Opening sale today, everything will be 15% off for today. Also, as a special to CRAFT readers, use the coupon code craftzine to get 20% off your entire order when you buy anything from the Craft Leftovers Monthly category (expires December 15th). Pictured above is the new Box Set , featuring Issues 15-26.
Giveaway Time!
Two random CRAFT readers will each receive a copy of the Craft Leftovers Winter Issue. To enter, leave a comment to this post. Please make sure you include your email address in the comment form field (won't be published). All comments will be closed by Noon PST on Wednesday, November 18th. The lucky winners will be announced on the site.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Nov 16, 2009 11:00 AM
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How-To: Thanksgiving Memories Keepsake Book
Leigh Ann of The Object Project shares how she created this special family book for holding thanksgiving memories and keepsakes from year to year.
Posted by Rachel Hobson |
Nov 16, 2009 10:00 AM
Holiday projects, Sewing |
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Customizable Hole Punch Cards
These Fill In the Blank Cards let you make a custom message by punching out the perforated dots in a pattern of your choice. [via Teagan Tall]
Posted by Becky Stern |
Nov 16, 2009 09:00 AM
Design, Paper Crafts |
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How-To: Felt Tree Forest
The folks at Wee Folk Art have just published their tutorial for making these sweet felt trees and a bush, perfect for creating a winter scene for your holiday decor.
Posted by Rachel Hobson |
Nov 16, 2009 08:00 AM
Holiday projects |
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Machine Knitting Inspiration
I've been working with my kitting machine lately, setting up the ribbing attachment and prototyping for winter gifts, when Erica Magrey sent me this lovely inspiration by machine knitter Swank Dollar. I love the geometric patterns in that scarf!
Posted by Becky Stern |
Nov 16, 2009 07:34 AM
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How-To: Bird Feeder Bowl With Crochet Collar
I'm loving this bird feeder from Regina at Creative Kismet. She took a thrifted bowl and added a crochet collar of twine and a chained hanging line to create the beautiful feeder.
Posted by Rachel Hobson |
Nov 16, 2009 06:00 AM
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Robot Sketchbook Cover, by Toxic_Panda_Crayon, age 11
My amazing friend Sasha is only 11 years old, but she already has quite the body of artwork and graphic designs under her belt. I just love this sketchbook cover collage that she made of a robot, using paper that she cut out of Vogue magazine. With some glue, scissors, and some recycled media, Sasha was inspired and worked on this notebook mod for several hours yesterday. Under the username Toxic_Panda_Crayon, she has posted tons of her creations on deviantart. I am so impressed that at her tender young age she has such a portfolio of photoshop drawings too! After we checked out her journal last night, she taught me how to download and install brushes even! She is totally a Super Crafty Kid, and I promise to keep you updated on her projects in the future!
Posted by Brookelynn |
Nov 15, 2009 06:00 PM
Kids, Paper Crafts, Super Crafty Kidz |
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CRAFT Flickr Pool Weekly Roundup
This week in the CRAFT Flickr pool we saw:
Sewing Room TV Cover by modernjax,
knit red cape by gascoynebowman,
fat bear, needle felted by vriad_lee,
and feltronics by ifyoulikebubbles.
Posted by Becky Stern |
Nov 15, 2009 05:37 PM
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How-To: Knit Snaky Keyhole Scarf
Carson Ellis shares her pattern for knitting this adorable snaky kehole scarf.
Posted by Rachel Hobson |
Nov 15, 2009 03:00 PM
Kids, Knitting |
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Toilet Paper Tube Yule Log
Lori at Pretty Little Things shows you how to make a yule log from a toilet paper tube and a couple of egg carton cups. It's a great way to package stocking stuffers!
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Nov 15, 2009 07:00 AM
Holiday projects, Paper Crafts, Recycle |
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