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| From Russia, with Love: Cabled Balaclava From Russia, with Love: Cabled BalaclavaBy Nikol LohrThe balaclava, named after the town of Balaclava in Crimea (now Ukraine), was originally worn by Russian soldiers in the Crimean war. While the balaclava retains a military association, it's also well loved by skiers and climbers for its flexibility and warmth. A sort of sock for your head, the balaclava is wonderfully warm and efficient — doing double duty as both hat and scarf in a single garment, without the added bulk and fuss of a separate scarf. It has an opening in the front, which can be stretched to reveal just your eyes, your eyes and nose, or your whole face. The extra length can be folded over to make an extra-warm hat, or you can pop your whole head through the front opening and wear it as a cowl.The balaclava is a marvelously practical garment that everyone in a cold climate should own. It eliminates the trouble of finding hat and scarf and bundling up like Ralphie if you're just running to the mailbox or walking the dog on a bitter cold day. Of course, the classic black or olive drab balaclava might give you a S.W.A.T./bank robber vibe that you're not really going for — and it might not be the wisest look when you're popping into the corner store for some beer. To shake off the alarm factor, I've made this one in a totally plush sugary pink cashmere blend, with lots of cushy cables for added warmth.Read this article | Comment on this article blog.craftzine.com |
Fairfax Religion News (Washington Post) Franconia United Methodist Church, 6037 Franconia Rd., Franconia, will hold a fall festival, 6-8 p.m. Friday, for children through sixth grade. Wear costumes and play games. There will be prizes, crafts, food, and a haunted hallway. Free. 703-971-5151. us.rd.yahoo.com |
Handmade in Hawaii Yesterday I visited a craft faire right off the beach in Waikiki. It's a monthly event called Handmade in Hawaii, featuring crafters and artisans who create jewelry, clothing, housewares, art and all types of crafts. The faire also has amazing food, music, and even traditional Hawaiian massage. It's presented by the Handcrafters and Artisans Alliance, and you can find more information about the schedule here.These shorts are made from recycled rice sacks. I love the shell necklaces. They make very bold statements.Fresh tropical fruit is the perfect snack for staying cool in the heat while shopping.I saw a ton of jewelry, but these carvings caught my eye because they are so different. I can't imagine how much work goes into each piece.Read this article | Comment on this article blog.craftzine.com |
Recession Economy Gingerbread House Artist Andrew Salomone has a new take on the traditional gingerbread house: Abandonded Gingerbread House Building Sites is a site-specific project I made for my show, everything is as it seems to be, at The Space in Cork City [Ireland]. When the global economy unravelled last year the Irish countryside was left with a lot of empty, unsold, and unfinished housing estates. This holiday season I thought it would be nice to celebrate these unique landscapes by making them into picturesque gingerbread-house decorations that will rot and eventually be thrown out much like the unfinished housing estates themselves.More Andrew Salomone: Breakbeats Sampler Bill Cosby Portrait in JELL-O Shots Computer Themed Ouija Board Amy Winehouse Tattoo Sweater How-To: Identity-preserving ski maskRead this article | Comment on this article blog.craftzine.com |
Dearborn’s libraries offering winter crafts, storytimes, events forall children to enjoy (Dearborn Press & Guide) DEARBORN -- Dearborn’s public libraries are offering a great lineup of programs and special events for children and families to enjoy. us.rd.yahoo.com |