Table of Contents

The Power of Paper by Carla Sinclair in Welcome to Craft
You can rip it, wear it, recycle it, and use it to craft just about anything imaginable. Page 3

Lies, Damn Lies, and Pant-Making Statistics by Susie Bright in Susie's Home Ec
Three strategies for solving the dilemma of ill-fitting pants. Page 8

Folded Magazine Cat by Cathy Callahan in Old School
Make a 70s-style folded magazine cat. Page 10

Crafting Is for Lovers by Jean Railla in Modern Crafting
Jean Railla of Get Crafty gets over herself when she compares digital home movies to scrapbooking. Page 12

Killer Crochet by Eric Smillie in Handmade
The monstrously ironic sculptures of Patricia Waller. Page 16

Beautiful Wasteland by Annie Buckley in Handmade
The work of El Anatsui, one of Africa's foremost artists, effects a powerful transformation. Page 18

Pretty Functional by Katie Kurtz in Handmade
Saya Morisyasu believes that being pretty is a function. Page 19

Tales of the Bead by Diane Gilleland in Handmade
Teresa Sullivan can make seed beads laugh, cry, dance, and defy gravity. Page 20

Rag Fashion by Annie Buckley in Handmade
Ida Rak transforms castoffs into fanciful paper sculptures. Page 21

Marzipan Cake Decorations by Brookelynn Morris in Quick Craft
Transform a cake from dull to delightful with unique edible sculptures. Page 25

Curio in Curio
Our favorite trinkets and treasures. Page 26

Designs That Connect by Hillie Wurtman
Galya Rosenfeld's interlocking work communicates more than just clothing and jewelry. Page 30

From Prozac to Skin Peels by Julie Jackson
Influenced by the surgical profession, Laura Splan crafts to create art that's fascinating and sometimes shocking. Page 32

The Movement for Fun by Ulla-Maaria Engeström in Linkages
Today's craft movement is all about following your passion and connecting with friends. Page 35

San Francisco by Natalie Zee Drieu in Travel Crafty
Shop your heart out for crafty goods in the City by the Bay. Page 36

Rock Paper Scissors by Megan Mansell Williams
Paper artists are turning new pages. Page 38

The Cardboard Cobbler by Annie Buckley
Folk singer Phranc surrounds herself with striking clothes and other fun stuff — all of which she's made from cardboard. Page 42

Paper Bead Bangle by Stephanie Scheetz
Roll your own beads to make an awesome safety pin bracelet. Page 47

Folded Universe by Tina Barseghian
Origami master Robert Lang breathes new life into paper. Page 50

Kinetic Cards by Bonnie Burton
Do some DIY pop-up engineering and liven up your handmade cards and books. Page 55

Popping Up with Matthew Reinhart by Bonnie Burton
When you crack open a book by author and artist Matthew Reinhart, you never know what might pop up. Page 57

Wrap Art by John Boak
Create a paper masterpiece each time you wrap a gift. Page 58

Flexagons by Laurie Coughlin
Flex your mathematics by folding this multi-layered card. Page 62

Modern Heirloom Quilt by Susan Beal
Personalize a quilt with photo transfers, Gocco prints, and hand embroidery. Page 66

Party Dress by Kent Bell, Christine Haynes
Sew a festive dress from your own custom, reusable pattern. Page 74

T-Skirt by Eileen Kirkham
Mod a T-shirt into a sleek, form-fitting jumper. Page 82

Optical Delusional Mirror by Matt Maranian
Create trippy op-art images that change depending on where you stand. Page 90

Bagalopes by Stephanie Scheetz in Quick Craft
Push the envelope to make a simple custom gift bag. Page 96

Japanese Stab Binding by Christy Petterson in DIY: Book It
Create a personalized, hand-bound notebook using this classic technique. Page 97

The Paper Bag Scrapbook by Marcia Friedman in DIY: Book It
Refashion lunch sacks to hold memories instead of sandwiches. Page 100

Cut Paper Mosaic by Susan Brackney in DIY: Tile It
Make a durable mosaic on the cheap with paper and glue. Page 104

Tin Can Tiles by Mister Jalopy in DIY: Tile It
Tile anything from a small roof to an outdoor bar with some simple can construction. Page 108

Tropical Fish Scarf by Dora Reneé Wilkerson in DIY: Stitch It
Knit a school of flashy fish to wear around your neck. Page 111

Easy House Slippers by Liecel Tverli Scully in DIY: Stitch It
Do as the Norwegians do and make these super simple slippers. Page 114

Crochet Caps a la Carte by Amy O'Neill Houck in DIY: Stitch It
Build your own hat with this mix-and-match menu. Page 116

Hardware Handbag by Sally L. Converse-Doucette in DIY: Stitch It
Knit a vinyl and metal purse using your favorite toolbox trinkets. Page 121

Woven Memory Basket by Jane Patrick in DIY: Hold It
Weave your vacation road maps into an attractive souvenir. Page 124

Treasure Box by Susan Beal in DIY: Hold It
Build and embellish a vintage-style box to store precious jewels. Page 127

Head Case by Matt Maranian in Quick Craft
Create a place to rest your favorite sunglasses and hat. Page 131

Papermaking by François Vigneault in 101
Recycle your unwanted bills and junk mail into custom-made personal stationery. Page 132

Jumping Paper Frog by Matt Hawkins in Play
Just cut, fold, and clip to make a super cute, hopping toy. Page 138

Bazaar in Bazaar
Crafty goods we adore. Page 141

Pen Pal by Nick Dragotta, Joost Bonsen, Saul Griffith in Crafty Howtoons
Celine shares ink- and paper-making secrets with Tucker that you, too, can do at home. Page 146

Vintage Sheet Revival by Susan Beal in Recycle It
Reincarnate a sheet into a belt, a sunglasses case, and an apron. Page 148

Wine Sleeve by Tiffany Threadgould in Quick Craft
Use an old long-sleeved shirt to create a reusable wine sleeve. Page 151

Bra Conversion by Wendy Tremayne in Re: Fitted
From bras to over-the-shoulder holders. Page 152

Pimp My Bookcart by Carla Sinclair in Makeover
Teens turn a library bookcart into a winning Pink Cadillac. Page 160