October 24 is International Day of Climate Action!
If you haven't heard already, tomorrow, October 24, 2009, people all over the world are coming together in places as simple as your local park and diverse as the Taj Mahal and the Great Barrier Reef to send a big, loud, important message to world leaders: "Solutions to climate change must be equitable, they must …
How-Tuesday: Smocked Sundress from Weekend Sewing
I particularly love craft passed down through generations; every time I use my grandmother's heavy green metal sewing machine, I imagine channeling the DIY genes through my fingertips. Heather Ross's vibrant book, Weekend Sewing, not only inspires blissful projects like hostess aprons, garden gloves …
10 Everyday Tips to Change the World
Going green can often feel overwhelming. For every eco-friendly decision I make, I can't help but think of the thousands of other ways in which our society is having a negative impact on the planet. We Are What We Do's book, Change the World for Ten Bucks, is a refreshing reminder that small efforts can incite …
How-Tuesday: Make a Stella Pixie Hat
Are you a knitter with a baby in your life? Need a sweet little project to keep your hands busy during the summer months? Or if you're one of our Southern Hemisphere friends, you're in luck! Download the complete project instructions here, or follow along below, courtesy of Vintage Baby Knits by Kristen …
Off with the Lights! Turn 'Em Out for Earth Hour!
Ok, friends, it's officially time to conquer your fear of the dark. And to take action against global warming (the thing that we should be really scared of). Join in with eco-minded neighbors and shut off your lights for one hour. People — individuals the world over, the World Wildlife Fund, whole towns even — will …
Guest Curator: Sabrina Gschwandtner of KnitKnit
This week's Guest Curator is artist, writer and curator Sabrina Gschwandtner. Sabrina's work bridges the fields of conceptual art, handcraft, activism and social history. Her book KnitKnit: Profiles and Project’s from Knitting’s New Wave was published by Stewart, Tabori and Chang in 2007; the audio version …
Oeuvre Evolution: annarubyking
This month Anna from annarubyking tells us about how her flourishing shop started with Christmas cards sent to family members and friends. She became a professional card-maker in two years, and had to learn the same lesson that our previous Oeuvre Evolution artist, Tabitha from ThePairaBirds, was …
An Historic Day: Obama's Inauguration
On this historic day in the U.S. — with Martin Luther King, Jr. Day just yesterday — let us be thankful that the United States as a nation has made so much progress. Whether you're watching the inauguration from the crowded streets of Washington D.C. or from your television set, it's sure to be a monumental day full of …
Etsy In The Press: Ho Ho Ho-liday Press
Tis the season to shop on Etsy! And we're not the only ones who think so. Check out this veritable blizzard of stories, starting with this doozy from Good Morning America Weekend. Smart shopping, indeed. My favorite part of that one (aside from the correct pronunciation and spelling of E-T-S-Y-dot-com) is the …
Oeuvre Evolution: thepairabirds
A month ago PamelaAngus found an early piece of hers hidden in the drawer. Now Tabitha from ThePairabirds is delving into the past to show us her beginnings. The Chicago-based illustrator came a long road from manga-styled figures to pop-art, and she is still evolving. When did you start drawing and …
Love the colors - great collections!
by MysticLily
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very lovely creations, made me smile:)!
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by That70sShoppe
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Those origami shoes are really neat!
by That70sShoppe
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Those origami shoes are very neat!
by That70sShoppe
on Keep it Weird: The C...
Those origami shoes are the neatest!
by That70sShoppe
on Keep it Weird: The C...
Those origami shoes are great!
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