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Table of Contents

The Name Game by Tina Barseghian in Welcome to Craft
Editor-in-chief Tina Barseghian welcomes you to the weaving issue of Craft. Page 10

Stash: Confessions of a Fabric Addict by Susie Bright in Susie's Home Ec
Susie Bright lays bare her long struggle with buying fabric. Page 14

Tinsnip Sisters by Katie Kurtz in Handmade
Wendy and Cindy Sumner create jewelry from antique cookie and keepsake tins. Page 16

Temple of Twigs by Megan Mansell Williams in Handmade
North Carolina-based Patrick Dougherty builds twig sculptures. Page 18

Crochet of the Sea by Peter Sheridan in Handmade
Christine and Margaret Wertheim crochet undersea ecosystems using mathematical algorithms. Page 19

Weaver of Illusions by Goli Mohammadi in Handmade
Fused glass artist Randy Comer makes pieces that evoke aboriginal textiles from around the world. Page 20

Turning Heads by Nellie McKesson in Handmade
Peter Markey builds automata with something to say. Page 21

Big Returns by Ulla-Maaria Engeström in Linkages
Marimekko fabric is a slow fashion icon trying its hand at fast fashion. Page 22

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

Style With A Twist by Daniel Carter in Crafter
Wry humor and a healthy dash of know-how help Brini Maxwell serve up her smartly designed, 1960s-inspired décor. Page 28

Local Girl Comes Home and Makes Good by Annie Buckley
Utilizing talent from her small-town community, Natalie Chanin grows her line of fashion and homeware. Page 30

Spynning Stories by Anna Dilemna
A new invention records sounds, images, and more onto knitted objects. Page 32

Where Art and Craft Collide by Annie Buckley
Contemporary artists use traditional crafting techniques to make their case. Page 34

Button Rings by Jodie Carleton in Quick Craft
These button rings are an easy way to adorn your fingers with the stray stunner that stole your heart. Page 38

Weaving Through the Ages by Liz Gipson
A short history of weaving and how it informed the creation of everything from cloth to the computer. Page 40

Lambs to Linens by Victoria Everman
A small, green weaving business thrives in the Adirondack Mountains. Page 43

The Basics of Weaving by Jane Patrick
A short tutorial on the art of weaving. Page 44

Blanket Offer by Tina Barseghian
A weaver gives away his blankets, but with some strings attached. Page 46

Pocket Power by Travis Meinolf
Use a portable cardboard loom to make cloth anywhere. Page 48

Viva la Vest! by Becca Olsen, Joan Sheridan Hoover
Make your own fabric
 using knitting yarns. Page 52

Completing the Circuit by Syne Mitchell
Laura MacCary makes 
weaving interactive.
 Page 56

Weaving on the Go by Kristin Roach
Build your very own lap loom 
and warp it too! Page 58

The Glass Weavers by Arwen O'Reilly Griffith
Markow & Norris raise the melting point with their groundbreaking sculptures. Page 62

Fringy Loom-Woven Pillow by Jane Patrick
Practice using a rigid heddle loom and weave a colorful cushion. Page 64

Weaving: Where to Begin by Liz Gipson, Natalie Zee Drieu
A handy guide for getting a good start on weaving. Page 70

Pop Stars by Krystina Castella
Make your own customized molds and refreshing ice pop ingredients to go in them. Page 72

Looking Glass by Mark Montano
Craft a quick and easy window cover. Page 80

Swing Shift by Christine Haynes
Ruffle up a summer classic or keep it simple. Page 90

Portland by Diane Gilleland in Travel Crafty
Portland has a reputation as a crafty city, and with good reason. If you’re planning a visit, check
out the frequent craft fairs, classes and workshops, and the world-class Museum of Contemporary Craft. But for great shopping, check out these four fabulous destinations. Page 98

Rustic Wood Side Table by Joe Szuecs in DIY: Build It
Just the right branch and a slice of trunk make this simple sidekick. Page 101

Graphic Novelty by Lindsay Brown, Sarah Gee in DIY: Cover It
Make a patchwork bedcover with vintage scarves. Page 105

Simple Bauhaus Throw by Lisa Shobhana Mason in DIY: Cover It
Knit a blanket inspired by the clean lines of this early modernist art movement. Page 108

Iced Coffee Toddies by Carla Sinclair in DIY: Brew It
Perk up your summer coffee the cold-brewed way. Page 110

DIY Stilts by Molly Graber, Chris Merrick in DIY: Elevate It
Rise above with your own custom pair of stilts. Page 113

Tie One On by Sally L. Converse-Doucette in DIY: Tie It
Fashion a playful skirt from new and used
 neckties. Page 117

Necktie Glasses Case by Diane Gilleland in DIY: Tie It
Fashion a stylish carrying case from a great old tie. Page 120

Polaroid Transfer-mations by Abi Cotler O'Roarty in DIY: Picture It
Create the appearance of an antique image with this simple process. Page 122

Shoot for the Stars by Abi Cotler O'Roarty in DIY: Picture It
With a few helpful hints, you can shoot like
the pros. Page 124

Computer Cursive by Natalie Zee Drieu in DIY: Design It
Create your own digital handwriting font.
 Page 128

Shoot the Rainbow by Maggie Stewart in Quick Craft
My housemates and I were planning a party, and we decided that an excellent drinking game would involve shooting all the colors of the rainbow. And thus, Skittles Vodka was born. Page 131

Dress Up in CRAFT: Collections
The CRAFT: Collection is our new fashion feature, showcasing just a few of our favorite independent 
and DIY designers. Page 132

Bonsai by Brookelynn Morris in 101
Miniaturize your favorite tree with this ancient art. Page 134

Sled on a Thread by Nick Dragotta, Saul Griffith in Crafty Howtoons
Howtoons and Play meet with a swooping kite! Page 140

Forever Flowers Fast by Cathy Callahan in Old School
Dry your favorite varieties in the microwave in minutes! Page 143

Bazaar by Natalie Zee Drieu in Bazaar
Crafty goods we adore. Page 144

Bottle Cap Madness by Susan Brackney in Recycle It
Make magnets, jewelry, and more with these underappreciated nuggets. Page 148

Lofty Inspiration by Grace Bonney in DIY: Design
DIY puts a new spin on classic design. Page 150

Whimsies in Wool by Wendy Tremayne in Re: Fitted
Peggy Campbell's rugs give old sweaters a new purpose. Page 152

Modern Rocker by Arwen O'Reilly Griffith in Makeover
Remake a gaudy toy into a modern rocker. Page 160