The Emergence of the Fix-It Society
Before you toss out that broken toaster or torn garment, consider joining the ranks of curious tinkerers and take part in the fix-it economy.
Opening the Barn Door
Seeking a spot for his kids to enjoy nature, Rich Tyler discovered a 100-year old octagonal barn. The kids are grown, but the Secrest Barn remains.
Short Stories: Baby Tooth Reliquary
For jewelry artist Claire Kinder, baby teeth are the fossils of our childhood, fragments worthy of a shrine.
News From the Craft + Style Blogosphere: 5/18/12
A record player that plays slices of wood. The tiniest bear you’ve ever laid eyes upon. A month of grilled cheese. The world is a wondrous place!
Noted: Bringing Facebook to the Storefront
A Brazilian clothing retailer is bringing social networking to real life by inviting users to ‘like’ garments. Gimmick or brilliant marketing?
The Pantry: Store-Bought vs. Homemade
A well-stocked pantry is the key to effortless and tasty home-cooking, but did you know that some basic staples are actually cheaper to make yourself?
Short Stories: Carved Oak Tree Swing
Wood which once lined the holds of seafaring ships has found a second life as a plaything for children…and adults.
Making a House a Home
Buying a house is a big step, and with it comes the worry: will this ever be home?
Finding Meaning in the Lost and Found
The story of Ikuo Yokoyama and a motorcycle lost to Japan’s tsunami shows how the true value of our belongings lies in the stories they tell.
Push Button Art
This month’s contribution to the Twitter Art Series features Ariana Couvinha’s playful take on computer icons and interactive platforms.
The Untold History of Mother’s Day
Contrary to popular belief, Mother’s Day was not created by greeting card companies: it was the brainchild of women activists.
News From the Craft + Style Blogosphere: 5/11/12
Candy caterpillars, dollhouse miniatures, and a s’mores cake. C’mon in! You know you want to.
Short Stories: Edible Chocolate Seashells
Just where do these exotic marine sweets originate? Why, just north of the chocolate-filled candy nut trees, of course.
Noted: Defining Success as an Artist
Out of dismal facts and figures comes a pointed question which no artist can avoid.
Short Stories: Celluloid Rings of Bob Dodd
A heartfelt gift leads two women to Bob Dodd, a remarkable folk artist who spent seventy years turning celluloid fragments into rings.
