In which creases of your countenance do your sentiments pool?
News From the Craft + Style Blogosphere: 6/29/12
Watermelon mint juleps, strong female farmers, and the wonders of bee reproduction await in the Friday round-up.
Knowing Your Neighbors
When Caleb Gardner moved his family to the suburbs from the city, he found something he hadn’t known he was missing: neighbors.
The Bridal Beauty Paradox: In Weigh Over Our Heads
For many brides, the pressure to be svelte and photo-worthy can ruin an otherwise happy occasion. How do we stop the madness?
Featured Shop: SIBO Designs
“You just know you are a designer when that’s the only thing you want to do all day, and you can’t think of anything else. ” – Sheila Bobeldijk
July Meet & Make in Los Angeles
Spend a summery evening making zip tie accessories at the Craft and Folk Art Museum in Los Angeles.
Eccentric Road Trips
Pack your bags and hit the road for a tour of American attractions decidedly off the beaten path.
Peach Crostatas
Embrace summer’s relaxed tempo with a fret-free combination of pie crust and peaches.
Noted: Rediscovering Forgotten Foods
With the help of a new program, the endangered edibles of yesteryear are back on supermarket shelves.
Summer Accessories With Sizzle
Rachelle of The Lovely Dept. rounds up vintage and handmade accessories perfect for every summer adventure.
Short Stories: Snailele
A whimsical ukulele in an unexpected shape: a snail.
Featured Shop: Go Go Berlinette
“What fascinates me about a vintage object is that, in most cases, it’s unique, and you never know if you’ll see that same piece ever again. ” – Tania
How-Tuesday: Rewired Bracelets
Hidden inside old-school printer cable is a rainbow of wires, ready to be repurposed into colorful bracelets.
That NPR Post Everyone’s Talking About
Emily White’s casual admission about her music collection opened up a firestorm of debate on music piracy and the fair compensation of artists.
When Crowdsourcing Goes Wrong
An interactive experience proved disastrous for the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. Does that mean taste making should be left to the professionals?
