| How-To: Print on Fabric with an Inkjet Printer By Andrew LewisSometimes I have a great idea for a textile project, but I get put off by the thought of trawling through the seemingly endless bolts of fabric at the store. Then I think about the hassle of haggling over the price and ending up with three times as much fabric as I actually needed.I decided to try printing my own fabric on an inkjet printer, and the results really exceeded my expectations. The advantages to this technique are tremendous, and I don't have to haggle over prices any more.I get my own designs, in the quantity I need, at a fraction of the price I would normally pay. The only drawback is that people keep asking me to print something special for them, too!Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | blog.craftzine.com |
Yarn Bombing: Mustache I love the touch of whimsy this yarn-bombed mustache from Flickr user, sara_mc, gives to this massive brick statue in Indianapolis. I got in touch with Sara to learn more about the project. April Duncanson started a weekly knitting group that met in Broad Rippple in Indianapolis called Pick Two (name inspired by our original meeting place, Panera and their "Pick Two" menu option). As a group, we talked about taking on a yarn bombing project for a long time, but hadn't gotten around to it.When our fearless leader announced that she was relocating to Philadelphia, we started secret plans to knit a group project for her. Since she could knit anything she wanted for herself, we chose to surprise her with a yarn bomb in her honor.We decided on knitting up a multi-colored moustache to adorn James Tyler's Brickhead 3. The giant head sculpture is in Davlan Park on the 400 block of Massachusetts Avenue in Indianapolis. We lovingly nicknamed him Burt (as in Reynolds, of course). What a fun tribute! I love it! [via Yarn Bombing]Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | Comments » | Read more articles in Arts & Design | Digg this! blog.craftzine.com |
How-To: Back to School Pleated Uniform Skirt This cute pleated skirt from Tiffany of Simply Modern Mom for Sew, Mama, Sew! works great for kids who need uniforms for school, but can also be made with more decorative fabric to be worn anytime. Better yet, after a little practice, the skirt can be made in under an hour! Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | Comments » | Read more articles in Sewing | Digg this! blog.craftzine.com |
Winners of Creative, Inc. Congrats to Kristin from Livermore, CA, Macon from New York, NY, and Carol from Allen, TX who have each won a copy of the new book, Creative, Inc. The Ultimate Guide to Running a Successful Freelance Business by Meg Mateo Ilasco and Joy Deangdeelert Cho. Thanks to everyone who entered!Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | Comments » | Read more articles in Books and Magazines | Digg this! blog.craftzine.com |
How-To: Make Spooky Skeleton and Witch Gourd Place Cards By Diane GillelandThis project starts with jewelry gourds, which are tiny little hardshell gourds with wonderful shapes. The "bottle" style makes a great skull with lots of personality, and each one is one-of-a-kind. Add a chenille stem body and a base, and you have an adorable place card holder that doubles as a party favor.After we're done, you can also turn your skeleton into a cute witch!Read the Full Story » | More on CRAFT » | Comments » | Read more articles in CRAFT Projects | Digg this! blog.craftzine.com |