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"See-thru-me" Light Shirt See-thru-me is a project by Meg Grant that uses LEDs and light sensitive resistors to give the effect of light being passed through the body. When a light is shined on the wearer's back, the LEDs on the front light up in the corresponding place. It seems to me based on the pictures that there aren't any microcontrollers being used in this project, just each photoresistor controlling one LED. [via Fashioning Technology]Read this article | Comment on this article blog.craftzine.com |
Bazaar Bizarre 2009 Day One Wow, I just got home from a whirlwind holiday craft extravaganza, the Bazaar Biarre. All I can say is that I wish I could make it BOTH days, because I can hardly digest all the amazingness! There were some of the most innovative and passionate crafters I have ever met at each and every table. The BazBiz branding is beautiful, and the show's booth was a central point of the event. The table was covered in raffle prizes donated by vendors. This was definitely the nerve center of the craft faire.Our table was filled with back issues of Craft, Fashioning Technology, and all kinds of Maker Media.And the Craft activity table was packed with people making all sorts of creative projects. I set out piles of felted sweaters and a couple of eyelet setters. Sooner than later the felting needles came out, and the crafty session was in full effect! Check in on Monday for photos of all the wonderful handmade goods and handmade projects, and tomorrow, if you are in the area, stop by State Faire Building in Golden Gate Park from 12-6!Read this article | Comment on this article blog.craftzine.com |
Colored Pencil Jewelry I love the look of these fascinating jewelry pieces made from colored pencils by Italian designer Maria Cristina Belluci. [via HAUTE*NATURE]Read this article | Comment on this article blog.craftzine.com |
Ask CRAFT: Embellishing and Selling If you have a question for Ask CRAFT, shoot me an email at becky@craftzine.com, or drop us a note on Twitter! We'd love to answer your crafty questions on any topic: technique, projects, crafty culture, or anything else! Each week the answers are here; include your name, where you're from, and your website or blog if you have one!Allison in Washington, DC, writes: I am wondering if I purchase a ready-made clothing item and then embellish (e.g. through applique or embroidery), can I ethically sell it as my own work?You certainly can sell it as your own work, but I'd make it clear in any online listings that you didn't construct the garment itself. Look on Etsy for things tagged "embellished" or "applique" or "refashioned" or "upcycled" for some examples of how other people list these types of items. In my opinion if you're adding something valuable and creative to the clothing, then it certainly is your own work. Pictured above is Madrigal Embroidery's hand-embellished upcycled necktie on Etsy. What are your thoughts on embellishing garments to sell? Share with us in the comments!Read this article | Comment on this article blog.craftzine.com |