RSSArchives: March 2008
March 28, 2008
Spring Classes at the Little Knittery
The new Spring class schedule has been announced at the wonderful LA-area yarn shop The Little Knittery. Learning to knit and crochet is still free, but there's also a nice selection of classes that'll cost you, such as sockmaking, recycled plastic knitting, crocheted bikini, and this cute li'l guy: The Pentapus, based on a comic character by artist Robert Goodin. See the full class list at The Little Knittery's site.
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Mar 28, 2008 05:00 PM
Classes, Crochet, Knitting |
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Portable Drawing Desk
Collin @ MAKE reports on a home-modified drawing studio briefcase with felt-lined compartments for drawing/letter writing on the go, complete with dividers that pop out to make a drawing board!
Posted by Becky Stern |
Mar 28, 2008 04:00 PM
Arts & Design, Organizing |
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Warhol-Inspired Crocheted Afghan
Craftster user Pesky Pixie created this impressive Warhol-inspired Marilyn Monroe afghan using leftover yarn from other projects and a cabled size J crochet hook.
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Mar 28, 2008 03:00 PM
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HOW TO - Tetris Magnets
Brian at Geek Crafts made his own Tetris fridge magnets using very few store-bought materials for such a fun fridge/whiteboard activity. He put up a detailed tutorial so you can make them, too!
Related:
Needlepoint Tetris Fridge Magnets
Posted by Becky Stern |
Mar 28, 2008 02:00 PM
Home Decor |
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Tiny Pies by Lloyd and Lauren
Found this via NotMartha--Lloyd and Lauren show you how to make adorable, portable mini-pies by baking them in small mason jars. Perfect for a Spring picnic!
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Mar 28, 2008 01:00 PM
Food |
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"Safe Sparkle" Rally in Burbank, April 8
So it turns out that talk-show host Ellen DeGeneres hates glitter. Can you imagine? Naturally this doesn't sit well with Kathy Cano-Murillo--aka the Crafty Chica--who is spearheading a movement to win Ellen over to the sparkly side. It all starts with a glitter-positive rally (complete with craft supplies from Duncan) outside Ellen's television studio in Burbank on April 8. I'll be there supporting the cause in a glitter-painted CRAFT teeshirt, alongside the Crafty Chica herself, members of the LA Craft Mafia, and fun folks like TLC's Mark Montano (author of The Big-Ass Book of Crafts) and Cathie Filian from DIY's Creative Juice! If you'd like to join us, just come on by Ellen's studio at 3000 West Alameda Ave. in Burbank, CA at 12 noon on April 8. For a little more background on this, here's Kathy's open letter to Ellen, from her blog:
"I love you. I've always loved you. So much that I've always had your back through goods times and bad. I love you because you preach love, kindness and equality for all people and things! Which is why your recent segment broke my heart!Please don't try to get glitter banned! I happen to be a fan of glitter because I feel it shines light both literally and metaphorically. Light is good because it gives people a sense of wonder and hope that they might need at that very moment.
OK, I can totally understand your points - BUT you are talking about "loose" glitter. Please understand that is just one (the most well known) kind of glitter. Not all glitters are the same.
Please don't pass judgment on all glitters based on this one type. Yes, loose glitter can be a headache to deal with. It has no shame, it sticks from person to person, thing to thing, with no remorse. And um, yes, I use it faithfully. And secretly, I kinda like it when one of my flecks spreads to someone else!
HOWEVER - I'm a preacher of "safe sparkle". I teach many workshops and have met many people who don't like loose glitter either, so I educate them on loose glitter alternatives. And I think if you knew about these, you might find it in your heart to come to love glitter."
For more info on the rally, you can check out the press release on the Crafty Chica diary--feel free to comment and let her know if you'll be there!
WHAT: Safe Sparkle Glitter Rally
WHEN: Tuesday, April 8, 2008.
TIME: Noon to ???
WHERE: NBC Studios, 3000 West Alameda Avenue in Burbank, Calif.
WHO: Anyone who wants to help Ellen find her inner glitter! All are welcome!
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Mar 28, 2008 12:00 PM
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Chloe Dao's Design Studio Tour - CRAFT Video Podcast
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I always like looking behind the scenes to find out how a designer, crafter, or artist works. With this CRAFT Video Podcast, we go behind the scenes with Project Runway Season 2 Winner and fashion designer, Chloe Dao. Chloe's boutique and brand Lot 8 in Houston is quite the shopping destination. She designs most of the clothing in her boutique and works hands on throughout the production process from cutting all the fabric and more. We got a chance to be the first to see Chloe's new design studio where she shows us the designs and clothing for her new upcoming wholesale line. Can you believe she used to work in her mom's kitchen and dining room? She was gracious enough to be filmed in her sweats and no makeup, since she and her employees had just completed the Houston AIDS walk that morning. Look for a feature on fashion designer Chloe Dao in a future issue of CRAFT magazine!
With me on the video shoot is Diana Eng fashion designer and Project Runway Season 2 contestant, who you may hear giggle in the background. You can see more photos of our visit in my Flickr set.
Chloe's tip on pressing is an important one. Here's a Threads video that shows you the best pressing techniques to make your garments look more finished and professional.
This was dress featured in Chloe's runway show for Project Runway (Fall 2006) and is prominently placed in her boutique. Another version of the dress is also displayed in the Smithsonian Museum in Washington D.C.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Mar 28, 2008 11:00 AM
CRAFT Podcast, Fashion, Video |
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Crochet Corsage from Kyuuto! Japanese Crafts Lacy Crochet - CRAFT Pattern Podcast
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Just in time for Spring, spruce up your wardrobe with this pattern to make the crochet corsage from the book, Kyuuto! Japanese Crafts! Lacy Crochet published by Chronicle Books. You can make two flower options based on the same pattern -- the Gerbera (pictured left) and the Rose. This book is one of my crochet favorites as it brings that beautiful and simple Japanese craft touch to pretty crochet projects for home, clothing, and accessories.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Mar 28, 2008 10:00 AM
CRAFT Patterns, CRAFT Podcast, Crochet |
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Recycled Bike Inner Tube Jewelry
Bridget at The Matchbook has a three part series on making recycled bike inner tube jewelry. Learn how to make these earrings and wrist cuff and the process on how to clean up the inner tube.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Mar 28, 2008 09:00 AM
Jewelry, Recycle |
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Adobe Photoshop Express On the Web
Newly launched is Adobe Photoshop Express, a free web application that you can sign up for and get 2 gigs of space to edit and share your photos to your hearts desire. Every demo seemed to have a photo of a dog, so I decided to try out the application with a little doggie dear to my heart, little Lulu. If Photoshop intimidated you before, don't worry with Photoshop Express. The interface is clear and really easy to use. All the function buttons are in a left-hand side bar and you can do all the basics, crop, color correct, remove red-eye, touchup and more. I love playing around with the some of the fun effects like Pop Color. Who knew I could dye Lulu's hair blue in an instant? The application also links into Facebook, Photobucket, and Picasa. You'll also love the speed too. For manipulating a high-res photo, I found the whole application to run pretty fast. One last thing, I will point out is make sure you read the disclaimer well before you sign up and agree to the terms. Agreeing to the service gives Adobe worldwide rights to your photos/content now and in the future. If you're ok with that, then go for it!
Update 3/31: Adobe's Response
Statement for Terms of Service Issues: We've heard your concerns about the terms of service for Photoshop Express beta. We reviewed the terms in context of your comments - and we agree that it currently implies things we would never do with the content. Therefore, our legal team is making it a priority to post revised terms that are more appropriate for Photoshop Express users. We will alert you once we have posted new terms.Thank you for your feedback on Photoshop Express beta and we appreciate your input.
-Adobe Photoshop Express Team
Update 4/7:
Adobe revised terms of service is now posted!
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Mar 28, 2008 09:00 AM
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Scientific Embroidery
Craftster member flossbox created some scientific embroidery. She made one for the law of gravity and one for DNA with more on the way.
Posted by Michelle Kempner |
Mar 28, 2008 07:00 AM
Homemade, Needlearts |
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Plastic Bag Animals
Wooster Collective has photos of these plastic bag animals made out of discarded plastic bags and tied to subways grates. As the subway passes by, the plastic bag animal inflates. via Drawn!
Posted by Michelle Kempner |
Mar 28, 2008 06:00 AM
Arts & Design |
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Using the Seam Ripper
Molly at The Purl Bee gives us tips on how best to use the essential seam ripper when sewing.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Mar 28, 2008 12:00 AM
Sewing |
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March 27, 2008
Recycled Album Fans by Lorimarsha
Lorimarsha created these fun and colorful fans using recycled album covers and repurposed yardsticks.
Related:
Bakelite Button Jewelry by Lorimarsha
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Mar 27, 2008 07:00 PM
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Polymer Clay Pebble Bowl
Judy Dunn tipped us off to this simple yet lovely walnut bowl by Cynthia Tinapple, which features strikingly realistic pebbles made from polymer clay affixed all around the rim.
Related:
• Pebble Carpet by Ronel Jordaan
• Felted Stone Rug by Subloke
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Mar 27, 2008 05:00 PM
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Crochet Cowboy Hat
Betty points us to this super cool looking crochet cowboy hat made by Kelly at Trans-Craft-Intental.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Mar 27, 2008 04:00 PM
Crochet, Fashion |
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Flower People by Elsa Mora
Elsa Mora's blog is a constant source of creative inspiration. Whether she's whipping up her own dress for the Oscars or making intricate papercuts, there's always something wonderful to see. Here she's created some funny little people out of nothing more than flower petals and leaves she gathered up around her yard. So fresh and fun!
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Mar 27, 2008 03:00 PM
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HOW TO - Make Lego Accessories
Found this via bits and bobbins: Learn to make these Marc by Marc Jacobs-inspired LEGO belts and headbands at Brightest Young Things.
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Mar 27, 2008 01:00 PM
Fashion |
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Plastic Ballgown by Jamie Kuli McIntosh
Artist Jamie Kuli McIntosh created this amazing ballgown from salvaged plastic and 225 mustard packets (those make up the corset). Read more about the process on her blog, Twisted Textiles.
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Mar 27, 2008 12:00 PM
Arts & Design, Recycle |
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HOW TO - Easy Puff Paint
Melissa Goodsell put up a tutorial for this easy and safe puff paint for children using flour, food coloring, and a microwave.
Posted by Becky Stern |
Mar 27, 2008 11:39 AM
Kids |
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