Monthly Archives: February 2007

What we love: Crafty Valentine contests

Steph had a great idea to make this month all about “the things we love,” and I couldn’t agree more. Something that I’m loving right now is Instructables. I love…

Where in the world is Craftie?!

Meet Craftie. Who? Oh, you know him. He’s that adorable lil’ Robot spreading the word about CRAFT magazine. Craftie’s been all over getting to know crafters, makers, and all-around nifty…

idUnited offers conscience capitalism

As an avid Treehugger fan, I’m always excited to see new projects that aim to do more than fill up your closet. So I was really excited to learn about…

Project: Bubble love

Apparently my local thrift store knew I’d recently made a wreath for Valentine’s Day because on my last trip to Value World in Warren, I found a never-been-used heart wreath…

HD Mitten Pins online!

You can now purchase our HD Mitten Pins (and magnets and ornaments) on the Handmade Detroit Etsy shop. All the proceeds from our HD merch help keep our group in…

Next weekend: Sunday Crafternoon

“Two good reasons” you should come out: 1. Grab a bite to eat and a beer or three while supporting local artists. 2. You love to live so pleasantly. The…

Project: Valentine’s Day wreath adds “pizaaaaaaaz!”

It’s February! I decided I wanted to take up a call-for-wreaths for the Bluish Barn in Ann Arbor this winter season. While I was thinking of what I would make…

Craft Challenge: Yogurt Cups

Alrighty, folks. Last month we wanted inspiration. This month we want challenges. I’ve got a lot of used (but clean) yogurt cups. What’s a girl to craft out of them?…