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Elemental Memories Photo Tile Jewelry has come up with an unusual collection of pendants which have the feel of a cameo and the functionality of a locket. You supply the photograph and Elemental Memories will do the rest.
Each tile is created by hand using low fire clay. Your photograph[.....]
I thought it was really interesting that on 17 October (today), people from across the UK are being invited to take part in the ‘biggest blog in history’. Heritage organisations are encouraging people to get involved by recording a diary of their day for the History Matters website. The electronic record will be[.....]
Karen Griffiths from Red Ragwork has been making contemporary textiles from recycled materials for 15 years. She uses traditional north country techniques called ‘hooky’ and ‘proddy’ to create beautiful and unusual bags, wall hangings, cushions and brooches.
Rug making is an ancient craft that grew out of the need not to waste[.....]
If you haven’t already discovered BlueLuxe, they stock a good range handmade jewellery by a number of talented designers, all under one virtual roof. They are offering Indie Quarter readers a generous 10% discount on orders over $150 (approx £80). And if you live in the US you will also receive free[.....]
I’m always fascinated by the stories behind products, how they came about, the inspiration etc. I feel that it makes the whole buying experience more special somehow. Jewellery design company Twinkleberry have just launched their new 50 Crystals Ring and it’s stunning. But it’s not the dazzling cluster of[.....]
If you’re looking for new clothes for the kids, you might want to take a look at Liliputians. The NYC label was created by Heather Flottmann after the birth of her daughter. Her current line takes inspiration from Heather’s love of art, vintage designs and whimsical themes.
Liliputians caters for boys, girls[.....]
Do you design/make your own buttons/badges? Editors at the Monsa publishing house in Barcelona are currently working on their 2007 titles. They are putting together a book on badge design and will be featuring designers from around the world.
If you’re interested in appearing in this brand new publication, you can either[.....]
Vanessa’s obsession with paper began after completing a tutorial on book binding. The next day she went straight to her local craft store and purchased lots of paper and the idea for Paper Zombie ‘unfolded’. She began by selling her signature matchbook notepads from her MySpace page and then opened an[.....]
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