IKEA Hack: Fabric-Covered Nightstand
As we fabric hoarders know, there are some lines that just beg to be to used for ALL OF THE THINGS. Excellent example: this lovely fabric-covered nightstand.
Craft & Design
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.
Groasis Waterboxx: Greening the World
Inspired by nature, AquaPro used biomimicry to design the Groasis technology using the Waterboxx to allow plantings in difficult areas. Founder and inventor Pieter Hoff mimicked how animal droppings give plants a head start. His company has used the Groasis technology in more than 30 countries, restoring damaged areas and providing people the chance to grow trees and vegetables in dry, rocky soils.
Emboidered Digital Icons
Embroidery student Aising Smyth creates needlework that highlights the striking visual connection between digital icons and traditional embroidered imagery.
Ceramic Crochet Hook Holder
Ceramicist Alan RT Smith and crocheter Tina Smith of Earth Wool Fire have conjured up this elegant way to wrangle your crochet hooks with this handsome bottle crochet hook holder.
How-To: DIY Robot Party Hats
Planning a party for your kiddos? DIY robot party hats are sure to be a hit!
Flashback: Make a Tailor’s Ham: A Project Excerpt from Mend It Better by Kristin Roach
I love that Mend It Better provides instructions for making some of the tools that are essential for mending and sewing. A great example: this highly useful tailor’s ham, a must-have for crisp pressing.
How-To: Geometric Painted Planter
Like modern style? Like saving money? You’ll definitely want to check out this fantastic geometric painted planter tutorial!