Table of Contents
The Cathedral and Bazaar Bizarre by Dale Dougherty
in Welcome to Craft
Bazaar Bizarre is helping to introduce open source crafting, where
shared ideas help to expand our skills and improve craft quality for
all. Page 10
Sewing Camp Confidential by Susie Bright
in Susie's Home Ec
Susie Bright describes seven days at a sewing camp as a much-needed vacation. Page 14
Penciled In by Arwen O'Reilly Griffith
in Handmade
Jennifer Maestre has created beautiful sea urchin-inspired sculptures from colored pencils and nails. Page 16
Felted Bear Hugs by Annie Buckley
in Handmade
James Gobel makes felted art that's somewhere between quilting, painting and mosaic. Page 18
Fenced In, Kept Out by Katie Kurtz
in Handmade
Lacey Jane Roberts is putting up (and taking down) barriers with her art. Page 19
Jonesy Town by Shawn Connally
in Handmade
15-year-old Sam "Jonesy" Goldstein is busy crafting his way into an art career. Page 20
Against the Grain by Matt Maranian
in Handmade
Natalie Trujillo makes beautiful wooden jewelry from scraps. Page 21
Plastic Herb Planters by Tiffany Threadgould
in Quick Craft
Put old plastic containers to work by creating a plastic herb garden paradise. Page 22
Curio
in Curio
Craft's favorite trinkets and treasures. Page 24
Sewing for Joy by Stephen L. Moss
Danny Mansmith makes his world one scrap at a time. Page 28
Fin Art by Eric Smillie
Anne-Catherine Becker-Echivard is hooked on the drama of the diorama. Page 30
Amsterdam by Meganne Fabrega
in Travel Crafty
Wander the Dutch metropolis for craft-related treasures. Page 32
Craft With Caution by Kristen Rask
A few preventative steps can help ward off injury. Page 34
Artistic License by Wendy Seltzer
How to negotiate the line between trademark infringement and your First Amendment rights. Page 36
Cute as a Button Bracelet by Susan Beal
in Quick Craft
Thread a few of your favorite buttons, vintage or new, on wire to create a fun bracelet! Page 38
Shoe Time by Arwen O'Reilly Griffith
Our view of history shows that it's human nature: we gotta have shoes. Page 40
Design-As-You-Wear Sandals by Amy O'Neill Houck
With Annie Mohaupt's wood-and-ribbon shoes, the wearer becomes the designer. Page 42
Slip-On Style by Annie Mohaupt
Fashion new sandals that always match your whim. Page 44
The All Star Fabric Swap by Tom Wyatt
Restyle your classic Chucks with simple sewing and shoe glue. Page 49
Hotshot High-Tops by Katie Tesarowski
Deconstruct and reconstruct your old standbys with new knitting. Page 52
Baby Steps by Eve Oki Shirley
Make soft, pliable shoes for your favorite toddler. Page 55
Roll Baby Roll! by Richard Humphrey, Luanne Teoh
Transform any shoes into hot roller skates and go on with your bad self! Page 62
Shoe Mods Made Simple by Ivory Eileen
Check out these easy ways to make your shoes all your own. Page 66
Fat Quarters Yukata Jacket by Shannon Okey
Make this Japanese-inspired yukata jacket that's great for spring and summer weather. Page 68
Rock 'N' Roll Speakers by Syuzi Pakhchyan
Build a set of stylish portable speakers that flip on and off. Page 76
Chic Batik by Teresa Mak
Use traditional wax and dyes on fabrics to paint a modern picture. Page 84
Old Sole, New Shoe by Thomas Maiorana
Make summertime footwear that allows you to swap colors, fabrics, and styles. Page 92
Designer Dots by Charles Platt
in DIY: Design It
Create your own cross-stitch pattern with a perfectly pixelated digital image. Page 99
It's a Small World by Patricia Zapata
in DIY: Design It
Create your own little diorama dominion. Page 103
Herbal Tinctures by Brookelynn Morris
in DIY: Extract It
How to blend your own folk medicines. Page 106
Pure Vanilla Satisfaction by Melissa Kronenthal
in DIY: Extract It
Making your own vanilla extract is practically effortless. Page 109
Kona Kai Jewelry Stand by Matt Maranian
in DIY: Adorn It
Build an easy-access rack for the jewels you wear most. Page 112
Decoupage Your World by Mary Anderson
in DIY: Adorn It
Turn a table into a conversation piece with maps and memories from your travels. Page 115
Safety Pin Jacket by Kathleen Conahan
in DIY: Wear It
Pin on some snazzy wings (or even the whole bird) to add some sparkle to an old jacket. Page 118
Simply Socks by Meredith Davey
in DIY: Wear It
Learn to knit a pair of comfy socks that fit. Page 120
Granny Gets Wired by Diane Gilleland
in DIY: Wire It
Crochet a granny square that sparkles. Page 124
Pulsating Pal by Rachel McConnell, Annie Shao
in DIY: Wire It
A vibrating pillow is just what what every room needs. Page 128
Upholstery by Ashley Jameson Eriksmoen
in 101
Add comfort and a fresh new look to your chairs. Page 132
Ready, Aim, Shoot! by Kathreen Ricketson
in Play
Build a real bow and arrow to practice your shooting skills. Page 138
Bazaar by Natalie Zee Drieu
in Bazaar
Crafty goods we adore. Page 142
Hanging Votive Globes by Matt Maranian
in Quick Craft
Add some moody light to the dark spots in your life with these hanging votives. Page 146
Cut-and-Clip Decor by Cathy Callahan
in Old School
Brightly colored felt flowers add a splash of panache to shoes. Page 147
The Other Life of Umbrellas by Diane Baker
in Recycle It
Make rain gear for the rest of your belongings. Page 148
Journey of the Yosegire Quilt by Wendy Tremayne
in Re: Fitted
An ancient technique makes its way around the globe. Page 152
Shining Through by Carla Sinclair
in Makeover
Angelique Bamberg gave a tossed-out dresser a new makeover. Page 160
