Archives: January 2009
January 31, 2009
HOW TO - Quilted Camera Case
Amy a La Mode shares a tutorial showing us how to make a soft, cushy camera case complete with a little pocket on the front you can use to hold cords or memory cards.
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Jan 31, 2009 08:00 PM
Quilting, Sewing, Tech Accessories |
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CPSIA Lead-Testing Law is Delayed
Thanks to the incredible grassroots movement against the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act, which would have gone into effect on February 10, 2009, the commission that created the law has voted to stay the legislation for one year.
"The stay of enforcement provides some temporary, limited relief to the crafters, children's garment manufacturers and toy makers who had been subject to the testing and certification required under the CPSIA. These businesses will not need to issue certificates based on testing of their products until additional decisions are issued by the Commission."
Read the full statement here.
Senator Jim DeMint from South Carolina has sponsored an amendment in order to reform the law.
It's certainly not a done deal, but it's a step in the right direction.
Posted by Tina Barseghian |
Jan 31, 2009 06:30 PM
Craft Business |
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HOW TO - Superbowl Wreath
Handmade Detroit shares a fun project idea for Superbowl Sunday--a sporty pennant wreath made using pennants from Martha Stewart's craft line at MIchael's. You could easily make your own pennants too.
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Jan 31, 2009 03:00 PM
General |
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Soft Pocket Synthesizer
Collin @ MAKE writes:
No, it's not just a cute lil' change purse - Arlie and Jared's sewn-circuit softsynth combines crafty and noisy in a unnassuming portable package with a snap switch and conductive fabric.
In the Maker Shed:
Posted by Becky Stern |
Jan 31, 2009 12:00 PM
Technology |
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HOW TO - Sew a Simple Kids' Art Smock From a Man's Shirt
Anna at forty-two roads shares a tutorial for transforming a man's button-down shirt into a cute art smock for a child. A perfect recycling project to keep your kiddo clean!
Posted by Rachel Hobson |
Jan 31, 2009 07:00 AM
Green, Sewing |
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January 30, 2009
Aquatic Fascinators
Spotted in the CRAFT Flickr pool: These gorgeous hats and fascinators are made by Mary Pattavina of PGT. I love the ethereal look of this jellyfish-like creation. Lots more to see here.
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Jan 30, 2009 08:30 PM
Fashion |
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Kraftwork Happens February 5
It's Kraftwork time again! Atlanta's monthly indie craft market is back in action on Thursday, February 5 at Young Blood Gallery. Kraftwork happens the first Thursday of every month from 7-10 pm. Stop by to check out a rotating crew of great crafters and also enjoy snacks, cocktails and good times! For more details and info on how to apply, visit the Indie Craft Experience.
Kraftwork
@ Young Blood
636 N. Highland Ave.
Atlanta, GA 30306
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Jan 30, 2009 05:00 PM
Events |
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Happy Acorn Pouch - CRAFT Pattern Podcast
As Tina recently noted, I have a new sewing book (my first!) coming out next week called Sew Darn Cute: 30 Sweet & Simple Projects to Sew & Embellish. The newest issue of CRAFT features an excerpt from the book--a felted and recycled Silly Snake toy--but I thought I'd also whip up a project exclusively for Craftzine blog readers. I hope you enjoy it!
The Happy Acorn Pouch is a fun way to experiment with appliqué and embroidery while creating a useful and cute accessory. The embroidered accents are done with super simple running stitch, but you can get as fancy as you like (or add the details with fabric paint if you're not confident with your stitching skills. You could dress it up even further by adding a charm to the zipper pull when you're done--just use a bit of ribbon or a jump ring to attach it.
Download the Pattern PDF | Subscribe in iTunes
Also! One lucky Craftzine reader will win a signed copy Sew Darn Cute! Just leave a comment on this post by 11am PST on Saturday, January 31 telling us why you need this book. Please make sure your e-mail address is included in your profile so we can contact you if you win.
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Jan 30, 2009 03:00 PM
CRAFT Patterns, CRAFT Podcast, Sewing |
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HOW TO - Feed the Birds
Birds have a hard time finding food in the winter - Crafty Crow has a great roundup of lots of different ways to feed them; these are great projects for kids!
Posted by Patti Schiendelman |
Jan 30, 2009 02:00 PM
Food, Home Decor, Kids |
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Last Day of the Year of the Ox Sale!
Everything's on sale in the Maker Shed until the end of today in celebration of Chinese New Year, it's the year of the Ox! enter code 2009OX to get 10% off everything we sell including back issues of CRAFT and awesome craft kits.
Posted by Becky Stern |
Jan 30, 2009 01:30 PM
Announcements |
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HOW TO - Knit Mii Mittens
Want to look more like your Mii on your Nintendo Wii? This season's Knitty has a pattern for making your own "Mii"ttens for your little one. Keep these in mind for Halloween. Via BB Offworld (Thanks, Sarah).
Posted by Becky Stern |
Jan 30, 2009 01:00 PM
Babies, Knitting, Patterns |
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HOW TO - T-Shirt Book Cover
Lorina, a member of the Etsy NewNew Street Team, shares how to turn a t-shirt into a snazzy stretch book cover.
Posted by Rachel Hobson |
Jan 30, 2009 12:00 PM
Green |
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