http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 16:57:03 -0700 Thu, 03 Sep 2009 09:49:57 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m9d3-First-Friday-focus-The-Piazza-at-Schmidts?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner An image from Nathanial Gertner's exhibit at Pure Gold. The newly opened Piazza in Northern Liberties is quickly becoming the place to be.  With its many galleries and retail spaces, along with the weekend market place for independent vend... Thu, 03 Sep 2009 09:49:57 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m9d3-First-Friday-focus-The-Piazza-at-Schmidts?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m9d1-When-it-comes-to-the-Philly-handmade-scene-Art-Star-rules?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner The shop spaceLong before the economy necessitated a national tightening of purse strings, there were folks who wanted to know where their money was going.  It wasn't as much about being thrifty, as it was about purchasing high-quality, individ... Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:55:47 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m9d1-When-it-comes-to-the-Philly-handmade-scene-Art-Star-rules?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m8d5-Shopping-local-on-Etsy-Daymaker?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Yes, that's made out of paper.  "The Fishtowner" from Daymaker.To see the finished creations of Daymaker's Ron Ribant is one thing.  To watch him carefully cut them from the paper and form them into the 3-D versions that are for ... Etsy Wed, 05 Aug 2009 20:48:46 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m8d5-Shopping-local-on-Etsy-Daymaker?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d31-Handmade-documentary-showing-in-Philadelphia-tomorrow?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner This weekend, the city welcomes the Buyers Market of American Craft at the Convention Center.  A pricey badge is required for entry to most of the events sponsored by the Market, but the Saturday evening screening of Handmade Nation is open to a... Fri, 31 Jul 2009 20:56:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d31-Handmade-documentary-showing-in-Philadelphia-tomorrow?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d29-Buying-Handmade-in-Philly-101?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner  Quality handmade jewelry.  Beautifully hand-knit scarves.  Carefully hand-sewn garments.  The list of hand-crafted materials that are available to Philadelphians is endless.  In addition to the number of craft fairs that are... Wed, 29 Jul 2009 16:32:30 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d29-Buying-Handmade-in-Philly-101?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d15-New-Schmidts-Piazza-is-teeming-with-handmade-goodies?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Photo credit: DesignPhiladelphiaYou've heard about it in one way or another, this summer, but the new Schmidt's Piazza in Northern Liberties is making itself known as the place to find handmade stuff.  The idea for the large courtyard was born w... Wed, 15 Jul 2009 13:22:00 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d15-New-Schmidts-Piazza-is-teeming-with-handmade-goodies?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d10-Summer-craft-idea-Transforming-an-old-piece-of-furniture?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Credit: Apartment TherapyThe sun is shining, your garden is planted and blooming, and you need a project that won't keep you stuck inside.  The process of finding a piece of furniture and sprucing it up into something beautiful is an activity t... Thu, 09 Jul 2009 23:01:58 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d10-Summer-craft-idea-Transforming-an-old-piece-of-furniture?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d7-Shopping-local-on-Etsy-Themondayafternext?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner One of Sauerwein's awesome scarves.There comes a time in every fashionista's life when she comes upon an item that induces fits of joy and desire.  Carin Sauerwein's designs are bold statements that tread the line between jewelry and apparel.&n... Etsy Tue, 07 Jul 2009 21:49:23 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d7-Shopping-local-on-Etsy-Themondayafternext?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d2-First-Friday-in-July-offers-two-enticing-options-in-the-Fishtown-area?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Philly Book Co.Sure, most folks are heading "down the shore" for the holiday weekend, but even the city slickers who are staying true to Philly need something to do on the night before Independence Day.  Luckily, there's First Friday.... Thu, 02 Jul 2009 20:39:09 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d2-First-Friday-in-July-offers-two-enticing-options-in-the-Fishtown-area?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d1-Phillys-Beadworks-provides-quality-jewelrymaking-supplies?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner For most crafty jewelry makers, the local A.C. Moore is a good spot to find beads, wire, and jewelry findings.  But the more-than-amateur designer looks for beads made out of natural materials and findings that are made from gold or silver, not ... Wed, 01 Jul 2009 10:21:34 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m7d1-Phillys-Beadworks-provides-quality-jewelrymaking-supplies?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Local-Whole-Foods-Markets-host-craft-fairs?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Even if you can't afford the organic produce on a weekly basis, it's worth a monthly trip to Whole Foods, this summer.  The two Philadelphia locations are hosting monthly craft fairs where local vendors can sell wares.  Sources say there's ... Crafting Events Mon, 29 Jun 2009 20:30:41 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d29-Local-Whole-Foods-Markets-host-craft-fairs?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d24-Crafting-a-Back-Yard-Oasis-in-Philly?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner A concrete jungle turned green relaxation oasis. (East Kensington) City living can make it tough to have a backyard that's more than just storage for garbage cans and bicycles.  But if you're lucky enough to have a patch of grass (or even ... Wed, 24 Jun 2009 15:18:34 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d24-Crafting-a-Back-Yard-Oasis-in-Philly?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d24-Shopping-local-on-Etsy-GoldenSilhouette?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Credit: Carryn GoldenIt's still June, which means it's still the beginning of the wedding season, stretching from now through the fall.  (Although winter time also makes for some beautiful wedding settings, too!)  One of the best ways to s... Etsy Wed, 24 Jun 2009 12:58:35 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d24-Shopping-local-on-Etsy-GoldenSilhouette?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d16-Shopping-local-on-Etsy-Ann-Rockio?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Credit: Ann RockioThe creative bride is always on the hunt for unique accessories that will make her wedding a stand-out among all the others.  I looked at an endless array of hair pieces when I was getting married, but ended up going with the ... Tue, 16 Jun 2009 21:32:42 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d16-Shopping-local-on-Etsy-Ann-Rockio?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d15-Wellington-Dreams?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner  I saw this video, thanks to a link from my friends at Handmade Philly.  I love everything in it, from the handmade/felted main character to the pretty moon in the sky.  And the best part is that it was made in the Lancaster, PA studio... Mon, 15 Jun 2009 06:25:39 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d15-Wellington-Dreams?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d12-Shopping-local-on-Etsy-Briguysgirls-aka-Otis-B?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Something new and blueYour wedding is supposed to be the happiest day of your life.  So why not get your jewelry from the happiest Etsy seller I've ever interviewed?  Darrah Sikora is a new resident to South Jersey, but grew up in Glenside... Thu, 11 Jun 2009 22:15:30 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d12-Shopping-local-on-Etsy-Briguysgirls-aka-Otis-B?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d10-Art-for-the-Cash-Poor-10-this-weekend?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner I'm batting a big zero for the craft fair circuit, this summer, as I missed the Art Star Craft Bazaar in Philly and the Renegade Craft Fair in Brooklyn.  So I'm going to make an effort to hit Crane Arts, this weekend, for the tenth edition of Ar... Wed, 10 Jun 2009 08:05:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d10-Art-for-the-Cash-Poor-10-this-weekend?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d4-Shopping-Local-on-Etsy-Birdqueen?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Credit: BirdqueenWhen people look at crafting as a hobby, they usually assume that a crafter has one type of craft that she practices exclusively.  It's sort of like how a Phillies fan would never imagine Chase Utley playing second base and&nbs... Etsy Wed, 03 Jun 2009 22:15:28 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d4-Shopping-Local-on-Etsy-Birdqueen?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d2-Crafty-Weddings-Baked-serves-up-wedding-cupcakes-and-much-more?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Credit: BakedJune is known as the month that marks the beginning of wedding season.  There are always brides who bring a DIY attitude to their weddings, searching out vendors who can give them one-of-a-kind items that are handmade and reasonabl... Tue, 02 Jun 2009 21:50:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d2-Crafty-Weddings-Baked-serves-up-wedding-cupcakes-and-much-more?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Loop-Knitting-kicks-off-Ronald-McDonald-House-knitting-event-tonight?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner  Just a quick note to encourage you to head down to Loop Yarn on South Street, tonight, for their monthly stitch party with Spool Sewing.  They will be spending the rest of the year knitting and crocheting hats, scarves, lap ... Fri, 29 May 2009 08:57:13 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-3706-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d29-Loop-Knitting-kicks-off-Ronald-McDonald-House-knitting-event-tonight?cid=exrss-Philadelphia-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner