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How to make the most of your craft fair experience

So you just got accepted to your first craft fair — or maybe you’re looking to get serious about your craft show sales — here are some tips and tricks […]

Posted July 12th, 2010 by Stephanie in Business Time, Feature, Inspiration, Reviews // 5 Comments »

A new craft show: Art Meets Craft

We all agree crafting can be a calming hobby, an inexpensive way to test market a business product or idea, and a grand way to spend time with other makers. […]

Posted June 14th, 2010 by Carey in Michigan, Etc., News, Reviews // 1 Comment »

What do you get a craft fair for its 5th anniversary?

Wood? Silverware?
How ‘bout a super duper party?
It’s our 5th Anniversary of DUCF, and we are so proud to announce that this year’s event will take place at The Fillmore Detroit […]

Posted June 1st, 2010 by Amy in DUCF, Feature, Michigan, Etc., News, Reviews, Videos & Media // No Comments »

Review: Martha Stewart’s Encyclopedia of Crafts

The other weekend I sat down and had a date with Martha Stewart’s Encyclopedia of Crafts. I’ll definitely be returning this book’s calls.
OVERALL
“Crafts” is the type of book you save […]

Posted August 8th, 2009 by Lish in Feature, Reviews // 2 Comments »

Craftervidz: Yudu Screen Printing Machine

Handmade Detroit was lucky enough to be asked to review Yudu, a do-it-yourself screen-printing machine. I’ve screen printed before, but Josh has REALLY screen printed before, so it was fun […]

Posted February 28th, 2009 by Lish in Feature, Projects, Reviews, Videos & Media // 116 Comments »

Craftervidz: Working with iron-ons

Happy first 2009 Craftervid, y’all! Today’s video finds us using Sukie Iron-Ons from Chronicle Books as we demonstrate the no-brain way to spruce up your wardrobe. Let me tell ya, […]

Posted January 8th, 2009 by Lish in Projects, Reviews, Videos & Media // 4 Comments »

Review: mix tape zine

Mix tape (”a zine about making time for small things”) is craft-focused publication from Australia. Packed with how-tos, profiles, recipes, reviews, and thoughts on DIY life, this adorable zine makes […]

Posted April 4th, 2008 by Stephanie in Reviews // No Comments »

Review: Easter Eggs… 40 Fabulous Projects for the Whole Family

Easter Eggs
40 Fabulous Projects for the Whole Family
By Matthew Mead
7 x 8 in; 96 pp ; full-color photographs throughout
Paperback
Published in January, 2007
Looking for a way […]

Posted March 22nd, 2008 by Lish in Reviews // No Comments »

Review: Peeps! Recipes and Crafts to Make with Your Favorite Marshmallow Treat

Recipes and Crafts to Make with Your Favorite Marshmallow Treat
By Charity Ferreira
Photographs by Liz Wolfe
7 x 8 in; 96 pp ; 28 color photographs
Paperback
Can you think of […]

Posted March 22nd, 2008 by Lish in Reviews // 3 Comments »

Product review: Martha Stewart Photo Frame Kit

Photo snapped before peeling.
This is what I get for buying something on clearance.
I keep buying these Martha Stewart craft kits to review hoping that the quality control will improve. So […]

Posted January 29th, 2008 by Lish in Reviews // 4 Comments »