Computers and crafts have been converging for a very long time. The endless possibilities of the digital art world are constantly being merged into crafting, sewing, and fashion. Digital Textile Design (Lawrence King Publishers) is a new primer that takes you to the world where technology and textiles intersect. The authors, Melanie Bowles and Ceri […]
Like I Give a Frock by Michi Girl I love illustrated books and this one especially since it covers one of my favorite topics, fashion. Like I Give a Frock: Fashion Forecasts and Meaningless Misguidance by Michi Girl and illustrated by Kat Mcleod (published by Chronicle Books) is a humorous and artful look into poking […]
Chic Metal: Metal Jewelry to Make at Home by Victoria Tillotson I love jewelry-making but never realized that I could take my love further than just simple beading until I picked up this book, Chic Metal: Metal Jewelry to Make at Home by Victoria Tillotson (published by Potter Craft). I love the look of hammered […]
My new favorite book of the moment is Martha Stewart’s Encyclopedia of Crafts: An A to Z Guide with Detailed Instructions and Endless Inspiration which debuts in bookstores tomorrow, March 31st. Not only is this book a concise craft compendium, it’s eye candy and inspiration. Just flipping through the colorful pages makes me giddy with […]
