From traditional crafts to modern crafts, we’re covering news and interesting projects to educate you and keep you inspired. Design trends and pop culture related projects are here to inspire.
By Haley Pierson-Cox From the moment I saw this recipe in the New York Times, I’ve been absolutely obsessed with cold brew coffee. Not only is cold brew delicious and easy, it doesn’t require electricity or any special equipment, so you can make it just about anywhere—even when you’re camping or traveling! I’ve spent a […]
Feltmaker Gladys Paulus creates all sorts of felted works, including these amazing felted animal masks. [via lustik]
Peter Kirn writes about the first wave of musical hacks for Raspberry Pi over at Create Digital Music: Apple may have started the conversation about the “post-PC” age. But part of what this means is that a “computer” doesn’t necessarily have to be something costing hundreds of dollars, in a conventional desktop or laptop form […]
I can’t stop thinking about Sarah Dennis‘ stunning paper cut illustrations. I spent a few weeks in Finland last month, and even though Dennis is English, she perfectly captures the fairytale feel of the countryside there. These would be perfect for a modern take on the Brothers Grimm! (Via Design*Sponge.
Turn a plain dress into a one-of-a-kind piece of wearable art with this ink patterned dress tutorial from Katie at matsutake! This is the first time I’ve seen DecoArt’s Ink Effects in action, but I’m definitely digging the possibilities! What would you make? [Via WhimseyBox]
An effortless dessert that looks like it must have taken hours? Yeah, you can sign me up. Check out this s’mores cookie bars recipe from Say Yes to Hoboken, and get your campfire treat on without breaking a sweat or creating a big ol’ mess in your kitchen!
The build video for mechanical paper model maker Kikousya’s papercraft walking bipedal robot is a top shelf example of what a dedicated artist can achieve with simple materials. In this case, paper, rubber bands, wooden dowels, and some paste.
