Handmade Detroit

Today is the last day to apply as a vendor for the summer Shadow Art Fair, which happens July 19 in Ypsi. If you’ve never been before, this is an awesome event open to more than just crafters — artists and DIYers of all stripes are invited to apply. Washtenaw residents also have until June […]

Part 1 of 5 in a series on DIY biking.

May is National Bike Month and to celebrate National Bike to Work Day tomorrow (May 16) Detroit Syngery is hosting a Woodward bike to work ride. A Michigan Avenue ride is planned for May 23.
Can’t make it to that ride? No worries, there are lots of […]

I traveled to St. Paul a few weekends back to take part in the St. Paul Craftstravaganza. Although the weather wasn’t the best (it was snowing and freezing, yuck!), I still managed to have a good time. Some of my favorite items included felt pins from Pink Sparrow, Wellie shirts from Charlie and Sarah and letterpress […]

 
Happy Earth Day!
In the spirit, why not learn to Sew Green or start Crafting a Green World?
If you’re more of a foodie, Slow Food Detroit supports local agriculture, the Detroit Evolution Laboratory offers classes on vegan and organic cooking and Ypsi’s Growing Hope is a model garden project in Washtenaw County.  
On the transportation front, I definitely wish more people in the Motor City […]

Here’s some stuff I recently starred in my Google Reader:
New crafty group
The Ann Arbor Craft Society meets every other Sunday at Cafe Ambrosia. The next meeting is this Sunday from 1-4 p.m. Everyone is welcome. More info on the MySpace page.
Submit to Whip up
Whip up is taking article and tutorial submissions for April-June.
Inkjet transfers
Craft points out to a […]

Some very nice color action happening over at Sublime Stitching! I’ve always appreciated Jenny’s fantabulous patterns, but the fact her site offers great things to stitch ON… now that is nice! Make sure to check out the textile section. There are all sorts of great new colors for towels happening over there.

I know some of you are anxious to hear about DUCF 2008 and we don’t want to keep you wondering. So here’s the skinny: DUCF round 3 will happen in November, 2008. Date and such still to be confirmed. Vendor applications will be on the DUCF web site in June, 2008 — and we’ll post […]

Well, here’s something interesting. Crafting social networking site IndiePublic is up for sale… You’re always reading NY Times reports of how much Facebook, MySpace, etc. go for, but this is the first time I’ve come across a niche social networking site hitting the auction block. They’re looking for a buyer, but I’m not sure what […]

There is an interesting debate about traditional vs. new craft surfacing within the DIY craft community. It was sparked by this post by Annie of Imogene. Annie writes about her recent experience at the “D.I.Y., Websites and Energy: The New Alternative Craft” presentation at the Society of North American Goldsmiths (SNAG) conference. Some of the […]

You may have noticed that our calendar has a new name. Yep, as promised, the calendar will now list all kinds of DIY Michigan events and info. It will concentrate on DIY crafting, but other DIY-spirit events may sometimes be included. Make sure to check back often.
We hope it will turn into a strong resource […]