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Publisher
Kanopy Streaming
Pub. Date
2014.
Language
English
Description
A documentary by Faythe Levine, Handmade nation documents the new wave of art, craft and design that is capturing the attention of the nation. It is the feature film debut of director, author, artist and curator Faythe Levine. Levine traveled to 15 cities and covered more than 19,000 miles to interview artists, crafters, makers, curators and community members. Today's craft world has emerged as a synthesis of historical technique, punk culture, and...
3) Make gifts!
Author
Publisher
North Light Books
Pub. Date
c1991
Language
English
Description
Readers learn how to make a variety of craft gifts including jewelry, sculpture, cards, calendars, containers, wrapping paper, and more.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Turn wooden clothespins into dolls with Amy Karol and her daughter. Together they'll show you how to paint the dolls, add faces and hair, and create dresses with fabric scraps. You'll even learn how to make a sweet little felt travel pouch. Best of all, this project enables kids to add their own personality to their wee creations.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Amelia's homemade puppet stage will inspire creativity and giggles from kids of all ages. Lightweight and easy to custom-fit for any doorway, the stage is decorated with cheery curtains, paper, and pennant flags. Perfect for showcasing pint-size playwrights. To make your very own puppets, check out Amelia's Felt Puppet Avatars class here on Creativebug.
6) Yarn Birds
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
These charming birdies are made from extra-fuzzy yarn, feathers, and your child's imagination. Nicole and her daughter show you how to create them, along with a yarn-wrapped branch. So these little guys can perch anywhere that will benefit from some fuzzy cuteness.
8) Galaxy Slime
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
There are many ways to make slime but pro-crafter Faith Hale shows you her very favorite method for making a sparkly, swirly version. Using liquid starch, clear glue, nontoxic pigment and fine glitter, we'll make three separate shades before swirling them all together. The slime comes together quickly and clean-up is a breeze.
9) Magic Wands
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Cultivate some magic in your life with these paper mache wands. This is a simple and imaginative project, and the wands can be made and decorated in any style. But perhaps the most special part is when Amy and her daughters show you how to instill your wand with magical powers, secret ingredients and whispers.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Courtney shows you how to make a personalized gemstone paperweight - which is the perfect desktop accessory and an adorable public display of affection. These cute little trinkets are made from a kids polymer clay, which is easy to roll, sculpt, and then stamp with a sweet message. After being baked in the oven, they become hard as rocks (or, rather, gemstones). Courtney then shows you how to finish them off with a coat of gold spray paint for a sophisticated...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Excited to make your own cuddly plushie but don't want another teddy bear? This is the workshop for you! In this fun hand-sewing workshop, Amelia Strader will teach you how to make your own customizable plushie avatar. Choose from different hair styles, clothes, and accessories to make a plushie that represents you or your alter ego. Perfect for crafters of any level! Materials and instruction provided. To make a theater for your puppets, check out...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
In this class, Courtney focuses on one of her favorite motifs--the wooden arrow--and shows you how to make a hand-crafted version for your Valentine. This rustic arrow is made using basic materials from a hardware store and around the house, like a dowel, bits of leather and string, spray paint, paper, and glue, and can be personalized as much or as little as you like. While the arrow is a perfect gift for Valentine's Day, its sophisticated style...
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Turn your kid's drawings and designs into a snazzy umbrella with this project, which is sort of like creating custom stickers from nylon. Nicole and her son show how to use a few simple materials to fancy up an umbrella and brighten any dreary day. This works for kids of all ages.
16) Grow your handmade business: how to envision, develop, and sustain a successful creative business
Author
Publisher
Storey Pub
Pub. Date
c2012
Language
English
Author
Publisher
Guild of Master Craftsman Publications Ltd
Pub. Date
2016.
Language
English
Description
You don't need to be an expert crafter to make things with children. Minter and Williams provide ideas that will have you painting, cutting, sewing and baking. You'll be creating imaginative play while developing fine motor control and promoting life skills.
19) Astro Origami
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Use text-weight paper and a few simple folds to construct an entire galaxy. In this class paper-crafter Faith Hale demonstrates three different structures: a spaceship, a planet, and a small star you'll make handfuls of. Try it now and discover which one is inflatable! With Faith's enthusiastic guidance and clear instructions, you'll make enough stars for your own milky way.
Author
Publisher
Creativebug.com
Pub. Date
2020.
Language
English
Description
Learn how to make a quiet adventure book with Sanae Ishida, author, illustrator, and maker of many things. The book cover, interior pages, and the characters that inhabit the book are all made of fabric and felt. Sanae loves to encourage quiet, thoughtful play time, and the soft, colorful, movable shapes provide endless hours of creativity and story making for little ones. This is a wonderful project for practicing basic sewing machine skills as well...
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