Takumi at MAKE Japan tweeted me a link today o this amazing Japanese crafter, Saki Chikaraishi who crocheted a pom-pom iPod cozy. I love that the pom-pom itself becomes the perfect cushy base to prop up the iPad. Genius! Enjoy the rest of the post where you can see her amazing LED dragon head and […]
Continue ReadingJune is DIY Wedding month here on CRAFT, and we’ve posted a number of projects from previous issues of CRAFT magazine in the past. Here’s a roundup of 3 lovely wedding projects. First up, from CRAFT Volume 06, learn how to create delicate nylon flowers to dress up a wedding gown, veil, or centerpiece (pictured […]
Continue ReadingCanadian artist Arielle de Pinto treats metal like fiber and crochets fantastical sheaths and adornments. A graduate of Concordia University, de Pinto developed her unique technique over the course of her studies in textiles and printmaking. More akin to wearable art than haute jewelry, de Pinto’s work combines the essence of handicrafts with contemporary materials […]
Continue ReadingAs the new spokesperson for Caron yarns, Vickie Howell has created an adorable crochet pattern perfect for the wee ones. Make this easy flopsy baby sunhat that’s actually made up from granny squares!
Continue ReadingHi Crafters! We are super excited for Amy O’Neill Houck’s new book, Crochet for Bears To Wear and the upcoming blog tour that kicks off with us tomorrow.
Continue ReadingI just love these beautiful jar lamps by Bay Area artist Marin Camille Hood, found over at Recyclart. It’s a great idea for what to do with extra glass around the house, and the light patterns made through crochet netting are delightful. Be sure to check out her bike chandeliers and subversive embroidery.
Continue ReadingCasaSugar profiles large-scale fiber artist, Kate Pokorny who is now preparing to crochet a yurt. She details her progress as well as other updates on her blog Yurt Alert.
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