Posted from The Storque 2 days ago
Resource and Info about all things crafty! : Etsy News
Shedding heavy winter clothes can be such a breath of fresh air. Limbs seeking warm spring light can finally emerge with the aid of coquettish skirts and smart shorts, playful sandals and flats. Put your pants and tall boots back in the closet; this spring-inspired Etsy Finds is a celebration of the return of the leg!For more seasonal shopping, see other spring-themed Etsy Finds, and try the search terms "Easter" and "spring." Full Layered High Waist Skirt By reddoll, $105. 1960s Turquoise Pouf Slippers From adVintagous, $28. Big bow skirt By Nadinoo, $120. 70s Ch... (original story)
Posted from CRAFT 2 days ago
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Betz White created this handy water bottle sling from a pair of outgrown cargo pants for Petite Purls. It's a brilliant example of UpCraft, as she was able to maintain the functionality of the useful pockets on the pants, giving the sling extra storage. I love it! Read this article | Comment on t... (original story)
Posted from The Storque 2 days ago
Resource and Info about all things crafty! : Etsy News
Artist, animator, poet and former Etsy Blog intern Katie Armstrong has created a moving animation using hundreds of her original illustrations and animated with Flash. Goodbye Sorrow is a haunting piece of grief and longing. The process takes a very long time, which is actually ideal for me because... (original story)
Posted from whip up 2 days ago
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Lily Chin’s Knitting Tips & Tricks: Shortcuts and Techniques Every Knitter Should Know Lily Chin’s Crochet Tips & Tricks: Shortcuts and Techniques Every Crocheter Should Know These two books both make easy reading, they are down to earth and offer new information from a innova... (original story)
Posted from The Storque 2 days ago
Resource and Info about all things crafty! : Etsy News
Ryan, a.k.a. littleputbooks, is an old school Etsian with years of successful selling under her belt. She is sharing her top 10 tips as a sample of some of the material she covered in her workshop for I Heart Art: Portland. Choose your business name carefully. Think of a shop name that reflec... (original story)
Posted from Modish 2 days ago
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Artist Crystal Jackson explains her work the best: "Polymorphia is an exploration of the micro and the macro. It's an exercise in my fascination with the small, sometimes hidden elements that make up our world." That exploration results in these... (original story)
Posted from CRAFT 2 days ago
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Walking through a parking lot and coming across a handmade car seat cover that looked like this would totally make my day! Becky of Beck's Blog crocheted this car seat cover of Severus Snape, one of the characters in the Harry Potter series. She explains that she was influenced by Neil Cicierega's... (original story)
Posted from CRAFT 2 days ago
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It's officially spring bike-riding time, and I'm super stoked to be able to cruise around NYC on two speedy wheels, but without a basket or rack, my back usually gets all sweaty from carrying my messenger bag. Well, Philadelphia-based Fabric Horse has a solution with their stylish and functional b... (original story)
Posted from CRAFT 2 days ago
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Maker Faire Detroit's Call For Makers is live! We are now accepting entries for the 1st Annual Maker Faire Detroit, July 31 and August 1, 2010 at The Henry Ford. This year's focus is on Young Makers, and we are excited to be engaging Makers of all ages around innovation, inspiration and educatio... (original story)
Posted from Craftster.org Blog 2 days ago
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I don’t think I’ve posted any crocheted items here on Wear it This Weekend, but since it’s National Crochet Month, I thought it would be the perfect opportunity to share this awesome crochet pattern! AprilDraven made this simple pattern that can be used as a cowl or a hat! You can... (original story)