Temari is an ancient Japanese folk art dating back more than 500 years. Temari means “hand” (te) “ball” (mari), relating to both making by and playing with the hands. Originally, balls for games and children were made from bits and scraps of kimono, other clothing, or deer hide. Strips of cloth or leather would be […]
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I don’t have a formal pattern for this particular handbag, but wanted to share tips on how I made it. So far, I’ve been “freeforming” it on every counterfeit handbag I’ve made, trying to be inventive on how to interpret the textures and parts. I’m hoping that folks try out their own techniques and ideas […]
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When it comes to decorating, I picture exactly what I want, then refuse to settle for less. Take my living room. After a year of finding the perfect furniture, I wanted to craft one last piece to complete my vision. I was inspired by a gorgeous print I saw in a restaurant, a colorful, cubist […]
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