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September 20, 2013

Crafting

Read One, Purl Two: Five Books for Knitting Fanatics

(Image via flickr)

Knitters are naturally creative types, so it’s no wonder that we love a good yarn. And when your eyes need a break from all the cross 2 R and EOR, it’s nice to kick back and keep your hands still for a while with a cozy knit-centric novel—the social and crafty elements can make for a tightly-woven story. Here’s five of my favorites.

Posted by Casey Murphy

September 17, 2013

Crafting

8 Ways to Decorate Your Home with Books

Making book page table runners, via Offbeat Bride

Books are for reading, yes, but did you ever consider them as part of your home decor? I’m not just talking about books sitting on a shelf organized by color. Click around DIY blogs and you’ll see instructions for repurposing books into everything from storage to hanging mobiles.

For me, there’s only one issue with book DIYs: I can’t stand the thought of cutting up a book. A few years ago I had the brilliant idea to carve out the pages of an old Singer sewing book to make it into a storage cubby. After I flipped through the book, I realized I didn’t have the guts to take a knife to those gorgeous pages.

If you feel the same, ease the pain by crafting with books that have yellowed, stained, ripped, or missing pages. Hit up your local flea market or Goodwill to find books you’re not emotionally attached to. The other option is to buy the decor so that the guilt of destruction lies with the creator.

Whether you decide to craft or buy, here are a few ways to use those precious books as decor around your house.

Posted by Ashley Little

September 11, 2013

Crafting

Come out and Celebrate Pom-Poms in Brooklyn—2 dates!

Make. Wear. Show. Share. POMS!

We’re thrilled to announce two super-wonderful events to celebrate the pomtastic release of Lexi Walters Wright and Sarah Goldschadt’s new craft book: POM-POMS!

Posted by Blair Thornburgh

September 10, 2013

Crafting

Craft-A-Thon Summer Roundup!

Here are a few highlights from the Summer Craft-a-thon!

Posted by Sarah Goldschadt

August 8, 2013

Classics, Crafting

Jewelry for Book Lovers: An Etsy Roundup

Need some book-related bling for your jewelry box? Here’s a collection of some of the most creative and unique pieces on Etsy that celebrate literature: necklaces, bracelets, cufflinks, and rings that celebrate (or are made from) books.

Posted by Maria Vicente

June 11, 2013

Crafting

Spring Craft-a-Day Recap!

Here are a few highlights from the Spring Craft-a-thon!

Posted by Sarah Goldschadt

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