This weekend, we’re taking our 11-year-old daughter off to her first sleep-away camp. I can’t believe we’re already at this point in her life, and while I know she’ll be just fine, the mom in me can’t help but be a little nervous and nostalgic. She’s excited, too, but I can also tell she’s going […]
The second part of a two-part interview with This American Life contributing editor Jack Hitt, about amateurism and the publication of his recent book Bunch of Amateurs.
The first part of a two-part interview with This American Life contributing editor Jack Hitt, about amateurism and the publication of his recent book Bunch of Amateurs.
Bunch of Amateurs by Jack Hitt hits the stands today. A contributing editor to This American Life, Hitt’s book argues that the “DIY impulse” and “amateur collaborations” are rooted in “the soul of America.”
Crafters know, almost better than anyone, how one of the best ways to go green with projects is repurposing an existing object, garment or accessory. It’s not just economical, it’s environmentally friendly, and it’s no surprise that crafters excel at upcrafting. This week’s book excerpt is a great example of repurposing and refashioning to maximize […]
Maya Donenfeld of Maya*Made is well know in the craft community for her simple and beautiful projects celebrate sustainable resources. Her new book, Reinvention from Wiley, is not just about making cute and useful projects, but also about creating with purpose and attention to meaningful materials. Advancements in technology have increased the pace of our […]
You probably can’t learn to make a steel pan just by reading a book about it. But don’t you want to know how? Ulf Kronman’s book is 20 years old, now, but remains the definitive work on the subject. Best of all? You can download it for free right now.
