Felted Nesting Bowls
Derek and Lauren on design*sponge feature these felted nesting bowls made by Lauren’s younger sister Jessie from the book Oneskein. Link.
Yarncraft
HOW TO – Crochet an Axe and Chainsaw
The AntiCraft has a handy pattern and suggested reading and viewing list for crocheting your own axe and chainsaw. [via] Link.
UMAgurumi
Unusual Marine Animals, or UMAgurumi, are these fun little sea creatures for you to crochet. Check out the humpback whale, sea dragon, and sea slug – Link. Related: Amigurumi Snail – Link. Amigurumi Eel – Link. Amigurumi Octopus Pattern – Link.
Punch-Out Scarf
This videogame-inspired scarf already sold on Etsy, but it’s majorly inspiring. Kimberly Pye writes in with the tip. I wonder what the back of each character looks like! – [via] Link. Related: Massive Scarf Roundup – Link.
MetaPatterns Spring/Summer 2008
Check out the great free knitting patterns on the new site MetaPostModernKnitting. The new Spring/Summer issue features some great patterns like this Runway Bolero and the MetaPostModern Legwarmers. Link.
Peepy Yarn Basket
CRAFT friend Beth knit up this cute Peepy Yarn basket from this Peepy Basket kit by Material Whirled. Six peepys are tied to throughout the spun yarn that’s soft wool, targheel, polypay, and merino in pretty shades of green. The kit comes with everything you need for just $35. [ via ] Link.
Vadis Turner Art Quilts
The Love Forever blog posted about a Sadie Magazine interview with Vadis Turner, an artist that makes feminine objects like quilts and tea sets out of unconventional materials like pantyhose, tampon wrappers, beads and curlers. She has even made a prom dress out of equal packets. [via] Link.