http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner en-us Mon, 23 Nov 2009 15:44:54 -0700 Sat, 20 Jun 2009 10:53:14 -0700 BlogCFC http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d20-Fathers-Day-Craft-Links?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner A handkerchief with hand or footprint would be a nice gift for Dad. (Photo: Elizabeth Magee)We've already celebrated the wonderful women in our lives for Mother's Day, so now it is time to focus on the Dads. Father's Day is tomorrow, but it's not too... DIY Projects Sat, 20 Jun 2009 10:53:14 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d20-Fathers-Day-Craft-Links?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d14-September-Art-Fair-at-Mellwood-open-for-submissions?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner AP Photo: Mark HumphreyThis year the Mellwood Arts & Entertainment Center will host it's 1st annual September Art Fair on September 12th and 13th.They are now accepting applications from artists for space at the fair. Artists in all mediums ... Art & Craft Fairs Sun, 14 Jun 2009 12:28:17 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d14-September-Art-Fair-at-Mellwood-open-for-submissions?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d6-Craft-Business-of-the-Week-Naturaleza-Organic-Jewelry?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Mayan Numerology rings made from brown coyol seed, with silver inlay. (Photos: Marlon Obando Solano)I was referred to Amy & Marlon at Naturaleza Organic Jewelry for the next Craft Business of the Week by Wendy of Whirlwend, just as she referred t... Craft Business of the Week Sat, 06 Jun 2009 12:39:27 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d6-Craft-Business-of-the-Week-Naturaleza-Organic-Jewelry?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d1-Sew-a-quick-pillow-cover?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Colorful pillow covers brighten any space. (Photos: Elizabeth Magee)Summer is the time for bright colors and fun prints, so why not spruce up your house by sewing some pillow covers? This is a quick and easy project to make. The finished pillows look... DIY Projects Mon, 01 Jun 2009 15:41:19 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m6d1-Sew-a-quick-pillow-cover?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d28-Free-craft-supplies?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Photo: Elizabeth MageeLast time I wrote about where to find cheap craft supplies, but finding craft supplies for free is even better.Craigslist Louisville has a free section where people post things that they will give away free of charge, including ... Craft Supplies Thu, 28 May 2009 17:37:22 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d28-Free-craft-supplies?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d23-Cheap-craft-supplies?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner I found this wooden embroidery hoop at Unique Thrift Store. (Photo: Elizabeth Magee)Now that people are tightening their budgets and focusing more on necessities, they are spending less money on entertainment. Instead of going out to movies or shows,... Best Craft Supply Shops Craft Supplies Sat, 23 May 2009 21:22:45 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d23-Cheap-craft-supplies?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d19-Kentucky-Craft-Museums?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner The KY Museum of Art and Craft in Louisville had this blown glass exhibit in early 2008. (Photo: Elizabeth Magee)Why not take advantage of the Memorial Day weekend and visit some Kentucky craft museums? The art on exhibit is always interesting a... Craft Museums Tue, 19 May 2009 18:57:01 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d19-Kentucky-Craft-Museums?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d14-Weekend-Craft-Fairs?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Photo: Elizabeth MageeDepending on your plans for the weekend, you may want to hop in the car and head North or South to attend one of the two craft fairs going on this weekend. To the North, there is the 2009 Chautauqua Arts & Crafts Festival in... Art & Craft Fairs Thu, 14 May 2009 20:18:56 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d14-Weekend-Craft-Fairs?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d12-Craft-Business-of-the-Week-Melody-June?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner The Melody June shop carries several pretty clutch purses.Melody June Robinson opened her Etsy shop last year after she found the handmade community through a co-worker. She sells clutch purses and accessories and hopes to one day... Craft Business of the Week Tue, 12 May 2009 15:55:10 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d12-Craft-Business-of-the-Week-Melody-June?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d9-Quick-Graduation-Gift?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner This mortar board card box is a great gift idea for 2009 graduates.Photos: Elizabeth MageeIt's graduation season and many 2009 grads are already planning their parties. You can be prepared with this simple handmade gift. This mortar board box would m... DIY Projects Sat, 09 May 2009 20:23:40 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d9-Quick-Graduation-Gift?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d6-Mothers-Day-Crafts?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Silhouettes make a perfect Mother's Day gift! Photo: Elizabeth MageeEveryone likes to feel appreciated for all of their hard work every now and then. Isn't it about time that you recognize the special people in your life? Now... DIY Projects Wed, 06 May 2009 15:42:43 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d6-Mothers-Day-Crafts?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d3-Craft-Business-of-the-Week-Whynns-Jewelry?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Photos courtesy of Elissa Whynn BottomleyEncouraged by compliments from friends and family, many crafters go on to sell their handmade wares. Some choose to have booths at local craft fairs but others are diving into the World Wide Web and opening on... Craft Business of the Week Sun, 03 May 2009 18:13:50 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d3-Craft-Business-of-the-Week-Whynns-Jewelry?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d3-Feliz-Cinco-de-Mayo?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner   Photo:PicApp.com (Paul Tople/Akron Beacon Journal/MCT) Cinco de Mayo translates to English as "Five of May," or May 5th. Cinco de Mayo is not the Mexican Independence Day (that's September 16th), but commemorates a Mexican victory ... DIY Projects Sun, 03 May 2009 09:49:15 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d3-Feliz-Cinco-de-Mayo?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d1-Crafty-Derby-Links?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner AP Photo:Ed ReinkeIt seems that every year, the Kentucky Derby gets bigger and bigger. It is exciting as a Louisville native to see our hometown get so much publicity and tourism during Spring. I was pleasantly surprised to see news of the KY Derby a... Derby Festival Crafts Fri, 01 May 2009 20:51:52 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m5d1-Crafty-Derby-Links?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d30-Make-a-shirt-for-Derby?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Photos: Elizabeth MageeEvery year at Derby time my Mom and I dig through dated t-shirts to wear for the big day. This year I wanted to try to make some new shirts instead. I have mentioned the freezer paper stencil craft before, but no... DIY Projects Derby Festival Crafts Thu, 30 Apr 2009 16:39:03 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d30-Make-a-shirt-for-Derby?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d27-Make-Kentucky-Derby-Festival-pins?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Photos: Elizabeth MageeThese pins won't get you into any Derby Festival events for free, but they are fun to make and add a little flair to your outfit.I used two very different materials to make my pins: foam rubber and aluminum cans.... DIY Projects Derby Festival Crafts Mon, 27 Apr 2009 20:03:38 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d27-Make-Kentucky-Derby-Festival-pins?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d26-Make-your-own-hat-for-the-Kentucky-Derby?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner AP Photo: Ed ReinkeA friend of mine asked if I would be sharing any DIY tips for Kentucky Derby hats this week. I have to admit that this is not my area of expertise. My only experience with making Derby hats is hot gluing plastic horses and fake ros... Derby Festival Crafts Sun, 26 Apr 2009 19:21:04 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d26-Make-your-own-hat-for-the-Kentucky-Derby?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d25-2009-Arts--Crafts-Festivals-in-Kentuckiana?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Photo: FreeDigitalPhotos.netI love Spring for the flowers and the sunshine, but also for the craft fairs! Lucky for us Louisvillians, the fairs continue through the Summer and Fall. Mark your calendars for these arts and crafts fairs that are coming ... Art & Craft Fairs Sat, 25 Apr 2009 19:05:02 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d25-2009-Arts--Crafts-Festivals-in-Kentuckiana?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d24-Jockey-crafts-for-the-Kentucky-Derby-part-2?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner Photos: Elizabeth MageeMaking themed crafts is a wonderful way to celebrate the Kentucky Derby Festival. This clay pot jockey made by my Aunt Dolly (specifically the plastic egg hat) was what inspired me to make plastic egg jockeys. My Aunt Dolly has... DIY Projects Derby Festival Crafts Fri, 24 Apr 2009 20:11:08 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d24-Jockey-crafts-for-the-Kentucky-Derby-part-2?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d23-Jockey-crafts-for-the-Kentucky-Derby-part-1?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner All photos for this project by Elizabeth MageeSince the Kentucky Derby Festival has officially started I decided to come up with some Derby crafts. I already posted the Thunder Over Louisville blanket. For the next week I will be posting project idea... DIY Projects Derby Festival Crafts Thu, 23 Apr 2009 20:59:32 -0700 http://www.examiner.com/x-8261-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner~y2009m4d23-Jockey-crafts-for-the-Kentucky-Derby-part-1?cid=exrss-Louisville-Arts-and-Crafts-Examiner