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January 17, 2008
Velvet Bristlebot Racing Snail
Lenore at Evil Mad Scientist Laboratories writes:
A few weeks ago we showed you how to build a BristleBot, a tiny vibrating robot (vibrobot) that is formed from the unlikely union of a toothbrush (with directional bristles) and a vibrating pager motor. Despite its simplicity, it drives like a drunken bat out of hell-- propelled by the ratcheting action of the vibrated bristles. Of course, toothbrushes aren't the only system where you can find find oriented bristles. Approaching this process from an entirely different perspective, it turns out that certain types of velvet can also form a directional bristle system that can be driven with vibrations. Here we build a plush racing snail-- a velvet vibrobot that crawls forward... at a snails pace.
Wow, I had no idea some velvet had this property! Lenore, you've got yourself a race. - Link.
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Jan 17, 2008 02:00 PM
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Softies Traveling Trunk Show Winner!
Congratulations to Heidi Iverson who works at Knitterly in Petaluma, CA for winning the Softies Traveling Trunk Show! Heidi has been making softies for 4 years now and wanted the display to feel like a wonderland.
Heidi says:
I didn't expect as many people to snatch things out of the window and then walk around the store with them. It was like the adults turned into kids instantly!Heidi makes her own softies under her own crafty company, H.Luv and you can also check out her blog too!
And if you loved the Softies book, you're gonna love the new Softies Kit even more! This kit features patterns and instructions for creating 15 outrageously cute plush toys, including 10 brand-new projects and all the ingredients for making a delicious felt Party Cake. Coming soon after Feb 13th. Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Jan 17, 2008 10:00 AM
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January 16, 2008
Mimi Kirchner Tattooed Doll
Design Sponge posted a round up of interesting fabric toys that included this tattooed doll by Mimi Kirchner. I can't get a tattoo myself, but I could definitely get a tattooed doll. [via] Link.
Posted by Michelle Kempner |
Jan 16, 2008 06:00 AM
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January 15, 2008
Olive You - Knit Olives for Valentine's Day
Mary Jane M. on Cut Out + Keep writes:
My sweetheart isn't the cupid and roses type. This wee olive-of-love suits him fine. Maybe an olive will charm your beloved too!To find out how to knit your "Olive You" jar, visit Cut Out + Keep. - Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Jan 15, 2008 11:00 AM
Amigurumi and Toys, Holiday projects, Knitting |
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Harriet the Sheep and Hayden the Haystack Pattern
Anna from Mochi Mochi Land just posted the pattern for Harriet the Sheep and Hayden the Haystack pattern. I don't know what it is about that Hayden, but I really love that little haystack. Link.
Posted by Michelle Kempner |
Jan 15, 2008 06:00 AM
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January 14, 2008
Beaded Bot
From the CRAFT Flickr pool comes Cafe Fernando's beaded robot plush. I love the mix of rough-looking wool fabric (which came from IKEA pillows) and shiny semi-precious beads from Grand Bazaar Istanbul). Such great detail work! More pix at the source. Link.
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Jan 14, 2008 01:00 PM
Amigurumi and Toys, Recycle |
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January 11, 2008
Mohair Stuffy Kits
I love all the great stuffy kits coming out these days, and just found out about these cute mohair and alpaca stuffy patterns and kits from Jenny Loves Benny. The instructions are aimed specifically at beginners and the variety of kits available is just great. My fave is Rapipi, a Japanese-inspired pink bunny. Link.
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Jan 11, 2008 03:00 PM
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January 9, 2008
Mr. Funky Bear Class
Mr. Funky creator Narumi Ogawa will be teaching a crochet class at The Little Knittery in Atwater Village on Sunday, February 3, from 3-6pm. Students will learn to make their own super cute bear like this one--Narumi is even providing the plastic eyes and nose. Narumi has given me crochet lessons before (here's a link to my very first-ever amigurumi project, made with her help) so I can personally guarantee she's a great teacher. Don't miss it! Link.
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Jan 9, 2008 05:00 PM
Amigurumi and Toys, Classes, Crochet, Japanese Crafts |
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3rd Annual Blythe Beauty Contest
If you've ever wanted to customize a Blythe doll and have her actually get manufactured, you may want to consider entering the 3rd Annual Blythe Beauty Contest! The details:
We are pleased to announce the call for entries for the 3rd Annual Blythe Beauty Contest! The three categories of this competition are: "Miss Natural Beauty" a competition to select the most beautifully enhanced Neo Blythe with a presentation of both casual and formal attire; "Miss Special Beauty" to select the most beautifully enhanced Neo Blythe using creative customizing skills with a presentation of either casual and formal attire; "Miss Petite Beauty" ( a new category) to select the most beautifully enhanced Petite Blythe with a presentation of either casual and formal attire.
Visit the Blythedoll website for full details and rules, plus some amazing photos of past winners. Link.
From the pages of CRAFT: 03.
Read Queen of the Misfit Toys by Jenny Ryan, pages 40-42. CRAFT subscribers can read the full article at the Digital Edition. Link.
To subscribe to CRAFT and receive 4 quarterly issues and access to the digital edition go here. Link.
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Jan 9, 2008 03:00 PM
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Knitter's Critters by Popsie Daisy
Popsie Daisy makes these little center-pull yarn ball holders called Knitter's Critters to keep your yarn organized while your knitting. You can see the entire colleciton of different animals from birds to one-eyed monsters in the Popsie Daisy Etsy shop. Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Jan 9, 2008 12:00 PM
Amigurumi and Toys, Bazaar, Knitting, Organization |
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January 8, 2008
Plush PC
I wonder what kind of software this plush PC has to offer? Heh heh heh. This cool computer softie was created by Sappy Moose Tree's Mandy Jouan and posted in the CRAFT Flickr pool. Link.
Posted by Jenny Ryan |
Jan 8, 2008 05:00 PM
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Happy Star iPod Cozy
Moxie D. on Cut Out + Keep shows you how to make a cute happy star iPod cozy, that looks like a fun little friend to carry all your tunes/videos. Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Jan 8, 2008 11:00 AM
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Crochet Elvis Doll Pattern
"Thank you, thank you very much!" (Ok that's my best Elvis impression I can do typing.) Crochet up your own little version of the King with Kathleen Early's Elvis crochet doll pattern ($9.99). [ via ] Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Jan 8, 2008 10:00 AM
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January 6, 2008
My Misio
Check out the online adventures of Misio the amigurumi cat. You can check out the diary photos by various Misio parents, watch video, or even adopt one yourself. Pictured above is Misio hanging out on an old motorbike and below is Moe checking out the view. Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Jan 6, 2008 02:00 PM
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January 4, 2008
Apply for Plush You 2008 by Jan 20
Applications for this year's Plush You 2008 show has been extended to January 20. Get your applications in right away! For more information on how to enter, visit the Plush You blog. Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Jan 4, 2008 08:00 AM
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