Mend yourself by making things By Rosemary Davidson and Arzu Tahsin Published by Quercus books As somebody who is a craft author and maker of many years, when I saw the title and strap line of this book it resonated with me. In the introduction the authors, both makers, describe how they realized that craft… Continue reading Craftfulness
By Katrina Rodabaugh Photographed by Karen Pearson Published by Abrams, New York Dear reader you may find it strange that I am reviewing a second book on what is ostensibly mending or even another book on blue mending. Okay I admit it, as always it is the blue that draws me in, as do the… Continue reading Mending Matters Stitch, Patch, and Repair Your Favourite Denim and More
Getting Started in Silver Clay Jewellery by Melanie Blaikie Ever since I attended a workshop given by Emma Mitchell from Silver Pebble Design, I have been interested in silver clay jewellery making. I love the technique and the easy way that you can make something incredibly beautiful in a matter of no time. The only… Continue reading Silver Clay Workshop
Hester van Overbeek is a very creative designer who is always aware of the Zeitgeist and so it is with her inspiring book Making Concrete Pots, Bowls, and Platters. This is the perfect book for summer as its attractively styled images show. If you are going to be mucking about with concrete it is best… Continue reading Making Concrete Pots, bowls, and Platters by Hester van Overbeek
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