Archive: CRAFT Podcast
November 16, 2007
$3 Origami Flower - Weekend Projects Podcast
Today's CRAFT podcast features Bre's Weekend Projects, where he shows you how to make a flower out of 3 bills.
Bre writes:
This makes a great tip for a nice dinner out or just a way to spend 20 minutes or so folding paper! This project is from Craft: Magazine Volume 5 and the origami was designed by Robert J. Lang and Diagrammed by Jeffrey Rutzky.
On a sidenote, I really like the music I hacked together for this video. I'm releasing it as an mp3 under the creative commons license! - MP3 Link
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Nov 16, 2007 12:00 PM
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$3 Origami Flower - Weekend Projects PDFcast
Bre writes:
Making insanely cool origami isn't easy. This week's video and PDF work to make it easier to make the $3 dollar origami flower found in Craft: 05. If you live in a country with different currency, I'd love to see this in international flavors! If your base currency is worth more than can be left as a tip, I challenge you to make your own money shaped designs. Upload them to the Flickr Craft Pool!The hardest parts for me were step 14 and 19, so I've put lots of pictures in the pdf that help make these steps easier! It took me a few tries to figure this out so if you're having trouble, don't give up! - PDF Link
Subscribe in iTunes and get both the PDF and the video downloaded automatically. - Link
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Nov 16, 2007 11:55 AM
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November 9, 2007
CRAFT Pattern Podcast: Speakerdog's "The Gingham Special" Paper Toy
This week's CRAFT Pattern Podcast is a special paper toy made especially for Craftzine by Ben the Illustrator of Speakerdog! Just download and print out the PDF, grab some scissors and glue to start making your own "Gingham Special". The pattern also includes a blank canvas for you to create your own Speakerdog. You can also download other Series 4 paper toys designs over here.
- Download this week's CRAFT pattern PDF - Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Nov 9, 2007 12:00 PM
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November 2, 2007
CRAFT Pattern Podcast: Cool Warmth Crochet Scarf Set by Amy O'Neill Houck
This week's CRAFT Pattern Podcast is the Cool Warmth crochet scarf set by Amy O'Neill Houck of The Hook and I. Don't just make boring o' scarves! Amy shows you how to easily make up a quick cravat that can be easily adorned with delicate beads. Or make yourself a curly corkscrew lariat that's cute any way you tie it! You can also visit the pattern page at the new Crochet Me site.
- Download this week's CRAFT pattern PDF - Link.
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Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Nov 2, 2007 12:00 PM
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October 26, 2007
CRAFT Pattern Podcast - Heartfelt Toaster Cozy from the book Material World by Cat Wei
This week's CRAFT Pattern Podcast is the Heartfelt Toaster Cozy, a pattern excerpt from the new book, Material World: Home Decor Projects for the Fabric Obsessed by Cat Wei. (You can get it for just $13.59 on Amazon too!) This fun pattern is easy to sew up in felt to create the rainbow and heart pattern, with cute pom-pom trim. I love all of the projects in this book which help you add a fun touch of crafty decor in your home. There are lots of refashioning projects in the book so you can reuse your old clothes with projects such as the Oxford Shirt Cushion Cover to sewing up a t-shirt quilt! My personal favorite is the Patchwork Taxidermy Animal Rug, a fun kitschy way to sew up an animal shaped rug out of fabric! Author Cat Wei is also the co-host of Material Girls on the DIY Network so she knows what she's doing. Material World is a bevy of inspirational projects, you'll want to make them all!
- Download this week's CRAFT pattern PDF - Link.
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Oct 26, 2007 12:00 PM
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October 19, 2007
CRAFT Pattern Podcast: Dolly Headed Corkscrew Creepies by Cecily Keim
This week's CRAFT Pattern Podcast are the crochet Dolly Headed Corkscrew Creepies by Cecily Keim of Such Sweet Hands. Crochet up this creepy goodness for Halloween or for your own unique display/centerpiece year round. Cecily's modern and whimsical take on these vintage corkscrew dollies breathe fresh air into this crochet classic.
- Download this week's CRAFT pattern PDF - Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Oct 19, 2007 12:00 PM
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October 12, 2007
CRAFT Pattern Podcast: Crochet Revolution Armband by Kim Werker from Crochet Me
This week's CRAFT Pattern Podcast is the Crochet Revolution Armband by Kim Werker so you can show your true crochet colors. Kim's new book Crochet Me is officially out Oct 14 but it's already shipping now via Amazon. This crochet armband or cuff can be a quick and easy project to whip your crochet skills into shape. Join in on the crochet revolution!
For more crochet patterns, you can also visit the newly redesigned Crochet Me web site and see more great patterns. The Crochet Me book also has a companion Crochet Me Crochet-a-Long happening online.
- Download this week's CRAFT pattern PDF - Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Oct 12, 2007 12:00 PM
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October 5, 2007
CRAFT Pattern Podcast: Paper Nautilus Shell by Hansigurumi
This week's CRAFT Pattern Podcast is the knit Paper Nautilus Shell by Hansi Singh of Hansigurumi. A paper nautilus is a type of octopus who has special arms that secrete a shell which is used for egg brooding. You can easily knit up a few of these paper nautiluses to decorate your home or for a special gift.
- Download this week's CRAFT pattern PDF - Link.
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Interview with Hansi Singh of Hansigurumi - Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Oct 5, 2007 01:20 PM
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September 28, 2007
CRAFT Pattern Podcast: Ethnic Knitting Discovery - Knit Headbands of Norway by Donna Druchunas
This week's CRAFT Pattern Podcast is the Knit Headbands of Norway, an excerpt from the new book, Ethnic Knitting Discovery: The Netherlands, Norway, Denmark and The Andes by Donna Druchunas. I love Donna's new book because she gives us the history behind certain knitting patterns and motifs that are created by certain countries. This easy to knit headband shows you three pattern motifs from Norway you can knit: the Saint Andrew's Cross, Snowflake, and Diamonds. As you know with my previous posts this summer on Travel with Craft Books (here and here), we are continuing this theme with this book, but with a greater sense of historical technique. It's so fascinating to read how certain patterns and techniques develop in certain areas based on climate and think of how the pass orally through families and towns for generations. More on this book on Monday where CRAFT is a part of the Ethnic Knitting Discovery Blog Book Tour and I'll be talking with Donna more about this fantastic book.
- Download this week's CRAFT pattern PDF - Link.
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Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Sep 28, 2007 12:00 PM
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September 14, 2007
CRAFT Pattern Podcast: Crochet Cuff by Alicia Kachmar
This week's CRAFT Pattern Podcast is this stylish crochet cuff by Alicia Kachmar of Create! This fashionable treble square cuff is a quick project that you can make in an hour or less! You'll need 2 colors of yarn of similar weight -- one as the main color and contrasting or complementary color for the border.
If you recall Alicia was one of the winners of our Stitch N' Pitch contest with her fun crochet baseball cozy. To catch up with Alicia and all of her craft projects, visit her on her Create! blog.
- Download this week's CRAFT pattern PDF - Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Sep 14, 2007 12:00 PM
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September 7, 2007
CRAFT Pattern Podcast: Mouse by Teresa Levy of Sewing Stars
This week's CRAFT Pattern Podcast is this cute plush mouse toy by Teresa Levy of Sewing Stars that you can sew up in no time! Recommended fabric is velour for the body and felt for the ears and tail. For more cute softies and more, visit the Sewing Stars blog and online shop.
• Download this week's CRAFT pattern PDF - Link.
Subscribe to the CRAFT podcast and get this pattern and other CRAFT content delivered automatically via iTunes - Link.
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Safe Toys You Can Make - Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Sep 7, 2007 12:00 PM
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August 31, 2007
CRAFT Pattern Podcast: Treeling from Softies: Simple Instructions for 25 Plush Pals
This week's CRAFT Pattern Podcast is a featured pattern from the new book, Softies: Simple Instructions for 25 Plush Pals by Therese Laskey. This cute Treeling softie by Lynda Lye of Little Odd Forest is a simple little friend you can sew up from felt. You can even use up your old scraps to make up the multicolored leaves.
The Softies book features 25 patterns by famous crafters we've come to know and love such as Heidi Kenney of My Paper Crane, Hillary Lang of Wee Wonderfuls, Cassi Griffith of Bella Dia, and lots more! Besides with all the toy recall madness going on, it's it time to start making your own fun, safe toys? For more softies inspiration and projects, pick up the Softies book and visit Therese on the Softies Central blog.
- Download this week's CRAFT pattern PDF - Link.
Subscribe to the CRAFT podcast and get this pattern and other CRAFT content delivered automatically via iTunes - Link.
Related:
Safe Toys You Can Make - Link.
Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Aug 31, 2007 12:00 PM
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August 24, 2007
CRAFT Pattern Podcast: Tie Top Tank by Nancy Flynn of Belle Epoque
This week's CRAFT Pattern Podcast features Nancy Flynn of Belle Epoque's Tie Top Tank which was one of our workshops at our Maker Faire earlier this spring. Make yourself a pattern from newsprint and follow her steps to sew this easy breezy tank in no time! For more projects, visit Nancy at her blog at Belle Epoque.
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Aug 24, 2007 12:37 PM
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August 17, 2007
CRAFT Pattern Podcast: Boy and Girl Elephants from Mr. Funky's Super Crochet Wonderful
This week's CRAFT Pattern Podcast features the crochet amigurumi boy and girl elephants from Narumi Ogawa's super freaking cute craft book, Mr. Funky's Super Crochet Wonderful. These fun little elephants are easy to crochet up in no time! Narumi's book features lots of adorable amigurumi softies you can crochet, as well as other cutie-patootie things you can make for yourself like hats, scarves, and accessories. For more amigurumi fun and to get this cool book, visit the Mr. Funky web site.
• Download this week's CRAFT pattern PDF - Link.
Subscribe to the CRAFT podcast and get this pattern and other CRAFT content delivered automatically via iTunes - Link.Posted by Natalie Zee Drieu |
Aug 17, 2007 12:38 PM
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Geek Knitting - Craft: Video Podcast
I had the chance to hang out with FBZ for a bit in Berlin and we made this video for you to learn how to knit!
So break out some yarn, string, cassette tape, dental floss, cat5 cable or fiber optics and knit it up into some fabric! Knitting is fun, productive, and a great way to spend time alone, around friends, or on public transportation!
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Aug 17, 2007 09:17 AM
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What's New
Felt Club XL Holiday and Maker Square
Felt Club XL Holiday, happens on Sunday, November 18, from 11am-6pm on the Los Angeles City College campus (855 N Vermont Ave, LA CA 90029). This family-friendly event will feature 70+ amazing crafters, delicious food and great music, plus an all-new section called MAKER SQUARE, a miniature version of Maker Faire - Link.
CRAFT: The First Year Box Set
In this special limited re-release, all 4 Volumes of Craft's first year are combined in a Special Edition Boxed Collector's Set. Box slip case is included in this set. - Link.
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