Links

There are so many places I like to go to read and look! Here are just a few.

Crafting Communities and Blogs

  • Craft Magazine
    RIP print version, the project-based Craft community lives on and on online.
  • Craftster
    Tons of DIY projects, and “no tea cozies without irony.”
  • Crafty Chica
    Crafts, drama, and glitter from artist-author Kathy Cano-Murillo.
  • Cut Out + Keep
    An online community to make and share step-by-step craft tutorials—complete with the occasional Crafty Superstar!
  • Etsy
    The online marketplace to buy and sell all things handmade.
  • kreyoli
    The art and craft (and more!) of K*m Cherubin.
  • lindamade
    The DIY exploits of craftstress Linda Permann of Montana.
  • Naughty Secretary Club
    Handmade jewelry, home décor, and more from Austin gal Jennifer Perkins.
  • stitch lounge
    Two Melissas and a Hope keep us stitched up in the Bay Area.
  • Sublime Stitching
    Jenny Hart’s stitching patterns and kits “ain’t your gramma’s embroidery!”
  • This Is Love Forever
    Writer, stylist, designer Kayte Terry shares projects and inspirations.
  • West Coast Crafty
    Blogging home to Susan Beal, craft lady and author extraordinaire.

Design

  • Design*Sponge
    Grace Bonney serves up amazing home and product design from around the globe.
  • Greenjeans
    Hosted by Amy Shaw and dedicated to craftsmanship, sustainability, and conscientious living.
  • make workshop
    Craft school and design studio in the LES, Manhattan.
  • Reprodepot Fabrics
    A fabulous selection of retro fabrics, buttons, ribbons, and other notions.
  • Spragwerks
    Awesomely industrial, automotive-inspired jewelry designer Rich Sandomeno.

Family

Other

  • 52 Projects
    Random acts of everyday creativity from Jeffrey Yamaguchi.
  • Bust Magazine
    The website for the magazine (published by Stitch’n Bitch Debbie Stoller) for women with something to get off their chests.

Photography

  • Brooke Mayo Photography
    Award-winning wedding and portrait photography by Brooke Mayo.
  • Enid Crow
    Self-portrait and fashion photography with haunting and humor.
  • Mary Heath Swanson
    Stunning pet portrait and still life photography by Mary Heath Swanson.
  • Naomi White
    Amazing life photographer and videographer in Brooklyn.
  • Photojojo
    Photo tips, DIY projects, and all the “best photo shiz anywhere.”