The Crafter Culture Handbook by Amy SpencerMy review
rating: 5 of 5 starsEach chapter in this book starts out with a little bit of history behind the craft at hand. The book is a compilation of projects from different well-known crafters so you'll find a one-page bio for each, followed by an outstanding project.
The cookie flower pin by Lara Newsom (of www.handmadepretties.com) is a great way to incorporate embroidery into a fun brooch. I'm also loving the ultra-hip vinyl sneaker pouch by Vanessa Brady (www.gerberadesigns.com). The Little birds mobile by Emerald Mosley (www.goldtop.org) is adorable as well! To be perfectly honest, I think all of the projects are awesome! They are super-cute and not too advanced. There are also some tidbits here and there thrown in by the author - information on craft shows and sewing circles, and tools to stock your sewing box with.
The "Good as New" chapter is mostly filled with sewing projects - with one crochet and one jewelry project. You know I'm loving the vintage button necklace - that one is right up my alley.
The "Electro Craft" chapter is technology based. The projects sort of scare me (I'm not the most technology inclined) but I absolutely love the Nintendo controller mouse and typewriter keyboard.
The "Homemade Beauty" chapter looks like it would be a fun one for a slumber party with your girlfriends. It's also great for someone who is looking for all natural beauty products and fun things to try when you are out of your favorite body-wash!
The "Home Sweet Home" chapter has a project in it by Julie Jackson of www.subversivecrossstitch.com. I'm not much of a cross-stitcher but I've always wanted to try one of her in-your-face patterns. I'm also loving the cupcake pot holder by Heidi Kenny of www.mypapercrane.com. Seriously, can you get any cuter?
"Knitting in Public" has some crafty ideas such as dying with Kool-Aid and un-knitting your sweaters (to re-use the yarn).
The "Paper and Ink" chapter has all sorts of fun printing ideas, along with a Print Gocco demonstration. You have to love the paper pad cozy by Jill Bliss of www.blissen.com.
The book concludes with all sorts of inspirational links. I'm loving the colors and illustrations, by the way! I will be using this book as inspiration for this year's handmade Christmas gifts. It gets 5 stars!
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