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Knitted Chair Cover

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WhipUp points us towards this pretty knitted chair cover by Chatrine. I can't read the blog entry since it's in Norwegian, but boy are the photos gorgeous.

Posted by Jenny Ryan | 12:00 AM in Home and Garden, Knitting | Discuss (0)

Star Trek Embroidery

Needlearts

Spotted in the CRAFT Flickr pool: Just Ducky Gal's Star Trek embroidery project, featuring your fave Holodeckers wearing Carmen Miranda headdresses.... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | Jan 7, 2009 10:30 PM in Needlearts | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Fill-in-the-Blanks Thank You Cards

Kids

Sending thank-you notes is a wonderful habit to get your kids into, and this fill-in-the-blanks letter idea from Vintage Chica is a great way to get them started. [via The Crafty Crow]... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | Jan 7, 2009 05:00 PM in Kids | Discuss (1) | TrackBack

Imaginative Crochet by Luisa De Santi

Amigurumi and Toys

Check out this really creative freeform crochet artwork by Luisa De Santi. Vegan, too! Via Plush You!... Read More

Posted by Becky Stern | Jan 7, 2009 03:00 PM in Amigurumi and Toys, Arts | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Favorite Papercraft Posts on CRAFT in 2008

Roundups

Continuing our round-up of 2008 CRAFT blog posts, here are some of my favorite papercraft items. It was hard to pick just a few, there were lots of awesome posts! Click through to see the rest. This Is Where... Read More

Posted by Patti Schiendelman | Jan 7, 2009 02:00 PM in Paper Crafts, Roundups | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Cat Hair Handbags

Pets

Collin @ MAKE writes: Erica points out this vid on cat groomer Danielle German - Unhappy tossing all the hair leftover from a thorough longhaired feline shave, Danielle decided to try spinning the otherwise unwanted fur into a "silky... Read More

Posted by Becky Stern | Jan 7, 2009 01:00 PM in Knitting, Pets | Discuss (3) | TrackBack

HOW TO - Construct a Five Dollar Collapsible Light Box

General

Drawstrings in Motion has a great tutorial up on how to create a collapsible light box from foam core and posterboard that will only set you back about five dollars. Once you've taken your photos, the light box folds... Read More

Posted by Rachel Hobson | Jan 7, 2009 12:00 PM in General | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Win a French General Charm Bracelet Kit

Contests

Visit Kaari Meng's blog for a chance to win a beautiful charm French General bracelet kit. All you need to do is help Kaari come up with the perfect name for the lovely shade of winter white these charms... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | Jan 7, 2009 11:00 AM in Contests | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Melanie Bilenker's Hair Jewelry

Arts

Jenny Hart blogs about the work of Melanie Bilenker, who creates hauntingly beautiful jewelry using strands of hair. Amazing!... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | Jan 7, 2009 10:00 AM in Arts, Jewelry | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Craft Leftovers Knitting Patterns

Patterns

Craft Leftovers is offering two adorable new craft kits for making Honey Bunny and Cherry Chirp. You can buy them individually or as a set--aww!... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | Jan 7, 2009 09:00 AM in Knitting, Patterns | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

HOW TO - Resin Knitting Needles

Tools

Craftster user Ammasmama created these gorgeous handmade knitting needles by casting items like glitter and yarn in resin. She even provides a tutorial so you can try making your own!... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | Jan 7, 2009 08:00 AM in Knitting, Tools | Discuss (2) | TrackBack

Princess Playhouse

Home and Garden

Al Linke made this playhouse for his daughters that includes vintage light fixtures, stained glass windows, sound system, interactive magic mirror, faux fireplace and more. Check out the princess playhouse instructable for all the details.... Read More

Posted by Michelle Kempner | Jan 7, 2009 07:00 AM in Home and Garden | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

HOW TO - Stitch an Apron

Sewing

The Storque has a free pattern for Angelina Williamson's Kaleidoscope Apron. The pattern is from Nathalie Mornu's A Is for Apron: 25 Fresh & Flirty Designs. via Whip Up.... Read More

Posted by Michelle Kempner | Jan 7, 2009 05:00 AM in Home and Garden, Sewing | Discuss (1) | TrackBack

10,000 Gallon Water Tower Cozy

Arts

Lion Brand Yarns tips us off to this great video on YouTube: I just wanted to let you know that a video of the installation of artist Robyn Love's crocheted 10,000 gallon water tower cozy is now available on... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | Jan 6, 2009 08:30 PM in Arts, Video, Yarn | Discuss (4) | TrackBack

"Kniitiing" for the Wii

Technology

"Kniittiing" for the Wii? Seriously? The future is now! [via Lime & Violet]... Read More

Posted by Jenny Ryan | Jan 6, 2009 05:00 PM in Technology | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Hawaiian Quilt Masterpieces

Quilting

Cool Hunting has a book review up about Hawaiian Quilt Masterpieces by Robert Shaw. From the review: Hawaii's geographic isolation is a blessing and curse. Though often lacking the attention of their continental neighbors, the separation helps fosters a... Read More

Posted by Becky Stern | Jan 6, 2009 03:00 PM in Quilting, Reviews | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Papercraft Robot Calendar

Kids

PaperKraft links to this neat (and free!) Cubeecraft 2009 robot papercraft calendar. The face is changed with each month, and extra faces store inside the head.... Read More

Posted by Patti Schiendelman | Jan 6, 2009 02:00 PM in Kids, Paper Crafts | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

Most Controversial Posts on CRAFT in 2008

Roundups

Each day this week we're bringing you a different roundup of 2008 posts on the CRAFT blog. Today's year-in-review is of the most controversial projects that have graced the pixels of these pages last year. We like to encourage... Read More

Posted by Becky Stern | Jan 6, 2009 01:00 PM in Roundups | Discuss (1) | TrackBack

Bead Labels For Bead Organization

Jewelry

Is craft room organization on your resolution list this year? Susan Beal has a nifty tutorial up on CraftStylish for creating bead labels to organize your bead storage. I love the idea of being able to see a sampling... Read More

Posted by Rachel Hobson | Jan 6, 2009 12:00 PM in Jewelry | Discuss (0) | TrackBack

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