CRAFT:

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The Cathedral and Bazaar Bizarre by Dale Dougherty in Welcome to Craft
Bazaar Bizarre is helping to introduce open source crafting, where shared ideas help to expand our skills and improve craft quality for all. Page 10

Sewing Camp Confidential by Susie Bright in Susie's Home Ec
Susie Bright describes seven days at a sewing camp as a much-needed vacation. Page 14

Penciled In by Arwen O'Reilly Griffith in Handmade
Jennifer Maestre has created beautiful sea urchin-inspired sculptures from colored pencils and nails. Page 16

Felted Bear Hugs by Annie Buckley in Handmade
James Gobel makes felted art that's somewhere between quilting, painting and mosaic. Page 18

Fenced In, Kept Out by Katie Kurtz in Handmade
Lacey Jane Roberts is putting up (and taking down) barriers with her art. Page 19

Jonesy Town by Shawn Connally in Handmade
15-year-old Sam "Jonesy" Goldstein is busy crafting his way into an art career. Page 20

Against the Grain by Matt Maranian in Handmade
Natalie Trujillo makes beautiful wooden jewelry from scraps. Page 21

Plastic Herb Planters by Tiffany Threadgould in Quick Craft
Put old plastic containers to work by creating a plastic herb garden paradise. Page 22

Curio in Curio
Craft's favorite trinkets and treasures. Page 24

Sewing for Joy by Stephen L. Moss
Danny Mansmith makes his world one scrap at a time. Page 28

Fin Art by Eric Smillie
Anne-Catherine Becker-Echivard is hooked on the drama of the diorama. Page 30

Amsterdam by Meganne Fabrega in Travel Crafty
Wander the Dutch metropolis for craft-related treasures. Page 32

Craft With Caution by Kristen Rask
A few preventative steps can help ward off injury. Page 34

Artistic License by Wendy Seltzer
How to negotiate the line between trademark infringement and your First Amendment rights. Page 36

Cute as a Button Bracelet by Susan Beal in Quick Craft
Thread a few of your favorite buttons, vintage or new, on wire to create a fun bracelet! Page 38

Shoe Time by Arwen O'Reilly Griffith
Our view of history shows that it's human nature: we gotta have shoes. Page 40

Design-As-You-Wear Sandals by Amy O'Neill Houck
With Annie Mohaupt's wood-and-ribbon shoes, the wearer becomes the designer. Page 42

Slip-On Style by Annie Mohaupt
Fashion new sandals that always match your whim. Page 44

The All Star Fabric Swap by Tom Wyatt
Restyle your classic Chucks with simple sewing and shoe glue. Page 49

Hotshot High-Tops by Katie Tesarowski
Deconstruct and reconstruct your old standbys with new knitting. Page 52

Baby Steps by Eve Oki Shirley
Make soft, pliable shoes for your favorite toddler. Page 55

Roll Baby Roll! by Richard Humphrey, Luanne Teoh
Transform any shoes into hot roller skates and go on with your bad self! Page 62

Shoe Mods Made Simple by Ivory Eileen
Check out these easy ways to make your shoes all your own. Page 66

Fat Quarters Yukata Jacket by Shannon Okey
Make this Japanese-inspired yukata jacket that's great for spring and summer weather. Page 68

Rock 'N' Roll Speakers by Syuzi Pakhchyan
Build a set of stylish portable speakers that flip on and off. Page 76

Chic Batik by Teresa Mak
Use traditional wax and dyes on fabrics to paint a modern picture. Page 84

Old Sole, New Shoe by Thomas Maiorana
Make summertime footwear that allows you to swap colors, fabrics, and styles. Page 92

Designer Dots by Charles Platt in DIY: Design It
Create your own cross-stitch pattern with a perfectly pixelated digital image. Page 99

It's a Small World by Patricia Zapata in DIY: Design It
Create your own little diorama dominion. Page 103

Herbal Tinctures by Brookelynn Morris in DIY: Extract It
How to blend your own folk medicines. Page 106

Pure Vanilla Satisfaction by Melissa Kronenthal in DIY: Extract It
Making your own vanilla extract is practically effortless. Page 109

Kona Kai Jewelry Stand by Matt Maranian in DIY: Adorn It
Build an easy-access rack for the jewels you wear most. Page 112

Decoupage Your World by Mary Anderson in DIY: Adorn It
Turn a table into a conversation piece with maps and memories from your travels. Page 115

Safety Pin Jacket by Kathleen Conahan in DIY: Wear It
Pin on some snazzy wings (or even the whole bird) to add some sparkle to an old jacket. Page 118

Simply Socks by Meredith Davey in DIY: Wear It
Learn to knit a pair of comfy socks that fit. Page 120

Granny Gets Wired by Diane Gilleland in DIY: Wire It
Crochet a granny square that sparkles. Page 124

Pulsating Pal by Rachel McConnell, Annie Shao in DIY: Wire It
A vibrating pillow is just what what every room needs. Page 128

Upholstery by Ashley Jameson Eriksmoen in 101
Add comfort and a fresh new look to your chairs. Page 132

Ready, Aim, Shoot! by Kathreen Ricketson in Play
Build a real bow and arrow to practice your shooting skills. Page 138

Bazaar by Natalie Zee Drieu in Bazaar
Crafty goods we adore. Page 142

Hanging Votive Globes by Matt Maranian in Quick Craft
Add some moody light to the dark spots in your life with these hanging votives. Page 146

Cut-and-Clip Decor by Cathy Callahan in Old School
Brightly colored felt flowers add a splash of panache to shoes. Page 147

The Other Life of Umbrellas by Diane Baker in Recycle It
Make rain gear for the rest of your belongings. Page 148

Journey of the Yosegire Quilt by Wendy Tremayne in Re: Fitted
An ancient technique makes its way around the globe. Page 152

Shining Through by Carla Sinclair in Makeover
Angelique Bamberg gave a tossed-out dresser a new makeover. Page 160