Table of Contents
The Power of Paper by Carla Sinclair
in Welcome to Craft
You can rip it, wear it, recycle it, and use it to craft just about anything imaginable. Page 3
Lies, Damn Lies, and Pant-Making Statistics by Susie Bright
in Susie's Home Ec
Three strategies for solving the dilemma of ill-fitting pants. Page 8
Folded Magazine Cat by Cathy Callahan
in Old School
Make a 70s-style folded magazine cat. Page 10
Crafting Is for Lovers by Jean Railla
in Modern Crafting
Jean Railla of Get Crafty gets over herself when she compares digital home movies to scrapbooking. Page 12
Killer Crochet by Eric Smillie
in Handmade
The monstrously ironic sculptures of Patricia Waller. Page 16
Beautiful Wasteland by Annie Buckley
in Handmade
The work of El Anatsui, one of Africa's foremost artists, effects a powerful transformation. Page 18
Pretty Functional by Katie Kurtz
in Handmade
Saya Morisyasu believes that being pretty is a function. Page 19
Tales of the Bead by Diane Gilleland
in Handmade
Teresa Sullivan can make seed beads laugh, cry, dance, and defy gravity. Page 20
Rag Fashion by Annie Buckley
in Handmade
Ida Rak transforms castoffs into fanciful paper sculptures. Page 21
Marzipan Cake Decorations by Brookelynn Morris
in Quick Craft
Transform a cake from dull to delightful with unique edible sculptures. Page 25
Curio
in Curio
Our favorite trinkets and treasures. Page 26
Designs That Connect by Hillie Wurtman
Galya Rosenfeld's interlocking work communicates more than just clothing and jewelry. Page 30
From Prozac to Skin Peels by Julie Jackson
Influenced by the surgical profession, Laura Splan crafts to create art that's fascinating and sometimes shocking. Page 32
The Movement for Fun by Ulla-Maaria Engeström
in Linkages
Today's craft movement is all about following your passion and connecting with friends. Page 35
San Francisco by Natalie Zee Drieu
in Travel Crafty
Shop your heart out for crafty goods in the City by the Bay. Page 36
Rock Paper Scissors by Megan Mansell Williams
Paper artists are turning new pages. Page 38
The Cardboard Cobbler by Annie Buckley
Folk singer Phranc surrounds herself with striking clothes and other fun stuff all of which she's made from cardboard. Page 42
Paper Bead Bangle by Stephanie Scheetz
Roll your own beads to make an awesome safety pin bracelet. Page 47
Folded Universe by Tina Barseghian
Origami master Robert Lang breathes new life into paper. Page 50
Kinetic Cards by Bonnie Burton
Do some DIY pop-up engineering and liven up your handmade cards and books. Page 55
Popping Up with Matthew Reinhart by Bonnie Burton
When you crack open a book by author and artist Matthew Reinhart, you never know what might pop up. Page 57
Wrap Art by John Boak
Create a paper masterpiece each time you wrap a gift. Page 58
Flexagons by Laurie Coughlin
Flex your mathematics by folding this multi-layered card. Page 62
Modern Heirloom Quilt by Susan Beal
Personalize a quilt with photo transfers, Gocco prints, and hand embroidery. Page 66
Party Dress by Kent Bell, Christine Haynes
Sew a festive dress from your own custom, reusable pattern. Page 74
T-Skirt by Eileen Kirkham
Mod a T-shirt into a sleek, form-fitting jumper. Page 82
Optical Delusional Mirror by Matt Maranian
Create trippy op-art images that change depending on where you stand. Page 90
Bagalopes by Stephanie Scheetz
in Quick Craft
Push the envelope to make a simple custom gift bag. Page 96
Japanese Stab Binding by Christy Petterson
in DIY: Book It
Create a personalized, hand-bound notebook using this classic technique. Page 97
The Paper Bag Scrapbook by Marcia Friedman
in DIY: Book It
Refashion lunch sacks to hold memories instead of sandwiches. Page 100
Cut Paper Mosaic by Susan Brackney
in DIY: Tile It
Make a durable mosaic on the cheap with paper and glue. Page 104
Tin Can Tiles by Mister Jalopy
in DIY: Tile It
Tile anything from a small roof to an outdoor bar with some simple can construction. Page 108
Tropical Fish Scarf by Dora Reneé Wilkerson
in DIY: Stitch It
Knit a school of flashy fish to wear around your neck. Page 111
Easy House Slippers by Liecel Tverli Scully
in DIY: Stitch It
Do as the Norwegians do and make these super simple slippers. Page 114
Crochet Caps a la Carte by Amy O'Neill Houck
in DIY: Stitch It
Build your own hat with this mix-and-match menu. Page 116
Hardware Handbag by Sally L. Converse-Doucette
in DIY: Stitch It
Knit a vinyl and metal purse using your favorite toolbox trinkets. Page 121
Woven Memory Basket by Jane Patrick
in DIY: Hold It
Weave your vacation road maps into an attractive souvenir. Page 124
Treasure Box by Susan Beal
in DIY: Hold It
Build and embellish a vintage-style box to store precious jewels. Page 127
Head Case by Matt Maranian
in Quick Craft
Create a place to rest your favorite sunglasses and hat. Page 131
Papermaking by François Vigneault
in 101
Recycle your unwanted bills and junk mail into custom-made personal stationery. Page 132
Jumping Paper Frog by Matt Hawkins
in Play
Just cut, fold, and clip to make a super cute, hopping toy. Page 138
Bazaar
in Bazaar
Crafty goods we adore. Page 141
Pen Pal by Joost Bonsen, Nick Dragotta, Saul Griffith
in Crafty Howtoons
Celine shares ink- and paper-making secrets with Tucker that you, too, can do at home. Page 146
Vintage Sheet Revival by Susan Beal
in Recycle It
Reincarnate a sheet into a belt, a sunglasses case, and an apron. Page 148
Wine Sleeve by Tiffany Threadgould
in Quick Craft
Use an old long-sleeved shirt to create a reusable wine sleeve. Page 151
Bra Conversion by Wendy Tremayne
in Re: Fitted
From bras to over-the-shoulder holders. Page 152
Pimp My Bookcart by Carla Sinclair
in Makeover
Teens turn a library bookcart into a winning Pink Cadillac. Page 160
