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Book Review: Ancient Modern: Polymer Clay and Wire Jewelry

May 17, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

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Ancient Modern: Polymer Clay + Wire Jewelry  by Ronna Sarvas Weltman

  • Paperback: 136 pages
  • Publisher: Interweave Press (June 1, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1596680970
  • ISBN-13: 978-1596680975

I was blown away when I saw the cover of this book and HAD to have it.   This distinctive jewelry book artistically combines polymer clay…

Crafty By Nature Monthly Show – PA

May 16, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

bannr_craftybynature150x200I’ve been telling you about various indie craft fairs happening this month, but here’s one that happens every month. The first Sunday of every month from May through October to be exact. Crafty By Nature is a gathering of handmade sellers each…

He’s a Rocket Man! er..I mean Frog!

May 15, 2009 by Vikram Goyal


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Originally uploaded by LaylM

I ran across this fun piece of art by Layl McDill on Flickr. She built it using a CD as a base, this is one of the first pieces in her “CD Story” Series.…

Take a peek into an artist’s studio…

May 15, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

by Libby Mills

by Libby Mills

I think it’s equal parts nosiness and inspiration, but I absolutely love getting a peek into other artist’s studios.  In her blog, Libby Mills does an occasional feature called “Studio Snapshot,” giving us a peek into people’s workspaces.

It’s always fun…

Blocking, Schlocking!

May 15, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

Blocking is not my favorite part of knitting. Probably because it’s not really knitting. Ya think?  And, being a philosophical sort, I’ve figured out that the reason I really don’t like to block is probably because I’m not all that…

CROCHET COOLNESS – some news and some updates

May 15, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

Have you seen this?  How cool is it that this young guy crochets these outrageous overalls - his very own design - and wears them fearlessly?  Neither of my sons would or could carry this off!  Check out the rest…

Handmade Mart – Silver Spring, MD

May 15, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

hmm_125_125_general_bannerIndie crafters in the Silver Spring, Maryland area are convening at the Handmade Mart show, happening May 31 on Ellsworth Drive. More than 50 independent artisans and crafters will be selling their handmade goods between Fenton Avenue and Georgia Avenue. Along…

Amazing River Troll Ring Tutorial Freebie

May 14, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

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photo and design copyright CraftTutorials.net

From crafty ladies over at Craft Tutorials blog, a wonderfully organic and chunky wire wrap ring tutorial . Called The River Troll Ring, I love the way she combines all these elements into a fantastic statement ring!

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Sisterhood of the Travelling Shawl Project….

May 14, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

shawlFifty knitters from 50 states are taking part in the “Sisterhood of the Traveling Shawl Project” before the result is raffled off in October.

Proceeds will go toward breast cancer research.

A portion of the mauve-colored shawl recently made its 40th stop…

Maker Faire Bay Area (US)

May 14, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

It’s been called The World’s Largest DIY Festival. And on May 30th and 31st Maker Faire 2009 is back in the US.

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Brought to you by the creators of Make magazine, Makezine.com, and Craftzine.com, Maker Faire is a two-day, family-friendly event to MAKE,…

The Tudors

May 13, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

m293henry-viii-posters I am fascinated by English history, especially during the time of the reign of  King Henry VIII.   It is something that many children are interested in as well.  What did they eat? How did they dress?  Why did he have…

Polymer Clay for a Cause

May 13, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

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Started in honor of her daughter Cortney, the shop Polymer Clay for a Cause raises money for various children’s charities.  (The members of the PCAGOE Polymer Clay Artists Guild of Etsy vote about every four months on which charity to choose.)

Their recent…

Amazing Snake Wirewrap Tutorial

May 13, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

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I am totally in LOVE with this snake bracelet tutorial from Mackintosh Jewelry.   Its a dramatic bracelet that will have people asking you WHERE did you buy that.  Only $10.95 for the instructions but HURRY!!! The website says its only available…

BUST Spring Fling Craftacular – NY

May 13, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

More crafty fun for you lucky New Yorkers! BUST Magazine, a trusted authority in the DIY and crafting community and leader in the crafting movement, is putting on it’s Spring Fling Craftacular show this Sunday, May 17 in Brooklyn, NY.

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This “garden party”…

Book Review:Wire Jewelry VISUAL Quick Tips by Chris Franchetti Michaels

May 12, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

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Wire Jewelry VISUAL Quick Tips by Chris Franchetti Michaels

  • Spiral-bound: 224 pages
  • Publisher: Visual; Spi edition (January 9, 2009)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0470343842
  • ISBN-13: 978-0470343845 
  • Just like Visual Quick Tips Beading book I reviewed last month, author Chris Franchetti Michaels  Visual Quick Tips Wire Jewelry book is a winner!!!!

     

    Along with tons of…

    Vote in the Big Button Challenge at Polka Dot Creations!

    May 12, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

    by Lisa Clarke

    by Lisa Clarke

    It’s voting time in the Big Button Challenge over at Lisa Clarke’s Polka Dot Cottage! Click here to see all the entries and vote for your favorite use of a handcrafted polymer clay button.  One lucky voter will be the…

    Homeschool Share

    May 12, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

    I’ve been using lapbooks with my preschool age son for about 4 months and I love them!! They can be themed about anything-numbers, letters, a particular subject like Abe Lincoln, or even based off a beloved picture book.

    Recently I have…

    The Smart Knitter…

    May 12, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

    The Smart Knitter’s Hotsheet is a brand new, monthly newsletter that includes great tips, ideas, patterns, features of awesome knitters, Q&A, and much, much more! It also includes membership to an online area that has interactive forums, questions and answers…

    Spool Knitting

    May 12, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

    How to spool knit a 2 color cord with 4 pegs by Noreen Crone-Findlay  

    Here’s a really neat way to make a 2 color cord that won’t stretch.  Because this spiffy cord doesn’t stretch much, it is the perfect candidate for…

    Creating Keepsakes University – USA

    May 12, 2009 by Vikram Goyal

    vc_ckuCreating Keepsakes University is one of the most phenomenal crafting events in the world. I am still using the scrapbooking  techniques I learned after attending years ago. This four-day event is really like a scrapbooking retreat, hosted by the biggest names…

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