Bethany Nixon

Bethany Nixon is a mom, wife, vintage collector, and crafter that leans a little to the weird side. The former organizer of Baar Bazaar in Detroit and thrifting addict makes notebooks, jewelry, embroidered art, clothes and accessories from all things vintage and then blogs about & sells them at RewareVintage.com, along with untouched vintage clothing. She is also on Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest for more inspiration, behind the scenes pictures, and possible oversharing. bethany@handmadedetroit.com

American Sewing Expo this Weekend

The 16th annual American Sewing Expo is coming to Michigan this weekend at the Rock Financial Showplace in Novi, admission is just $12 and it promises to have something for…

Biggby Coffee “B” Pin

If your name or your city begins with a B (or if you just really love Biggby Coffee), then this Craftervidz is for you! Biggby Coffee “B” Pin from Handmade…

People’s Art Fest

I had a fantastic time at the People’s Art Festival this year! There were all sorts of great pieces of art and handmade crafts to see, and the music was…

People’s Arts Festival this weekend!

The People’s Arts Festival is this weekend, and while Handmade Detroit will not have a booth there this weekend, you will certainly see a number of us in attendance there,…

Martha for $1

I was super excited to find “The Martha Rules” by Martha Stewart in my local Borders clearance bin a couple days ago for only $1! If there is any crafty…

Dresses finished decades later

One of my favorite things to hunt for at thrift stores, estate sales, junk shops is unfinished clothing – A project that someone started years and years ago, and never…

Baar Bazaar this Friday

The summer’s Baar Bazaar is this Friday! This Baar Bazaar will be in the Magic Stick, and Macho City, Serenity Court and Mother Whale will be playing while you shop!…

Knitting Program in Pontiac

For those of you in Northern Oakland County, the Pontiac Public Library is now hosting an Adult Knitting Class one Monday a month! This summer’s classes are July 13th, August…

Betz White Pillowcase Apron

Ever since I read Betz White’s 10 minute pillowcase apron tutorial, I was obsessed with finding the perfect vintage pillowcase to make my own!

Punk Rock Rummage Sale

If you are in the Flint area this weekend, be sure to check out the first ever Punk Rock Rummage Sale at Churchills in Downtown Flint! Inspired by the Baar…