Where Do You Keep Your Crafty Ideas?
I saw this post today on Herman Miller's Lifework blog and immediately recognized all of the illustrated notebooks by Jordan Awan. Where do you keep your ideas? Me - I'm a Maker's Notebook gal, as you can see by my intricate drawing of what kind of birthday present I want next week (a whale that can blow confetti out of it's, um, whale hole). All the notebooks featured in the post are examples of great design. During the month of July, CRAFT will focus on design and photography. Check back July 1 for the debut.Read this article | Comment on this article blog.craftzine.com |
Antiques, crafts in store for former brewery
Stone Valley General Store represents the realization of a long-held dream. mankatofreepress.com |
Glowing Mushroom Lamps
Sean @ Make: Online points us to these precious lamps with blown glass mushrooms diffusing LED light, mounted gracefully in driftwood. The delicacy of form contrasted with a large and luscious on/off switch has me entirely not surprised that they're Japanese.Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | Comments » | Read more articles in Japanese Crafts | Digg this! blog.craftzine.com |
What I Made's Rustic Twig and Wire Bowl
The latest project from Scott Bedford's "What I Made" blog is definitely getting me excited for the official start of fall next week. Using Scott's awesome tutorial, try making one yourself!Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | Comments » | Read more articles in Home Decor | Digg this! blog.craftzine.com |
Grocery Bag Halloween Treat Bags
I was motivated to make my own treat bags for friends after seeing a few at the store this weekend and realizing I've got a lot of paper bags that need to be recycled. With some strong glue, pinkers, and some decorative additions, you can make quick treat bags, of any size, for your favorite Halloween fans. Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | Comments » | Read more articles in Halloween | Digg this! blog.craftzine.com |