http://www.craftsanity.com CraftSanity is a place to escape the daily grind and renew your creative spirit through interviews with creative people. Feeder 1.3.9 http://reinventedsoftware.com/feeder/ http://blogs.law.harvard.edu/tech/rss en Jennifer Ackerman-Haywood Sun, 19 Feb 2012 02:58:32 -0500 Sun, 19 Feb 2012 02:58:32 -0500 http://craftsanity.com/craftsanity-podcastlogo144.jpg http://www.craftsanity.com 144 144 Jennifer Ackerman-Haywood CraftSanity is a place to escape the daily grind and renew your creative spirit through interviews with creative people. CraftSanity is a place to escape the daily grind and renew your creative spirit through interviews with creative people. no Jennifer Ackerman-Haywood jennifer@craftsanity.com no http://craftsanity.com/2012/02/craftsanity-podcast-episode-129-a-conversation-with-extra-yarn-author-mac-barnett-and-illustrator-jon-klassen/ Sun, 19 Feb 2012 02:58:25 -0500 craftsanity-129-021912 Mac Barnett and Jon Klassen Author Mac Barnett and illustrator Jon Klassen discuss their book, "Extra Yarn." Author Mac Barnett and illustrator Jon Klassen discuss their book, "Extra Yarn." no 1:13:27 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 09 Jan 2012 10:57:34 -0500 craftsanity-128-010912 Jean Moss Interview with British knit designer Jean Moss. Interview with British knit designer Jean Moss. no 1:14:17 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 18 Dec 2011 16:40:44 -0500 craftsanity-127-121811 Diane Morgan Interview with cook, author and food writer Diane Morgan. Interview with cook, author and food writer Diane Morgan. no 1:05:38 http://craftsanity.com Thu, 01 Dec 2011 14:06:35 -0500 craftsanity-126-120111 Yvette Van Boven Interview with cook, artist and cookbook author Yvette Van Boven. Interview with cook, artist and cookbook author Yvette Van Boven. no 1:02:45 http://craftsanity.com/2011/08/craftsanity-episode-125-a-conversation-with-craft-book-author-and-tv-host-brett-bara/ Tue, 02 Aug 2011 16:58:41 -0400 craftsanity-125-80211 Brett Bara Interview with Brett Bara, crafter, author, TV host and jello mold enthusiast. Interview with Brett Bara, crafter, author, TV host and jello mold enthusiast. no 1:23:34 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 20 Jul 2011 22:30:21 -0400 craftsanity-124-72011 Amiee Ray Interview with Amiee Ray Interview with Amiee Ray no 46:34 http://craftsanity.com/2011/02/craftsanity-episode-123-catching-up-with-soft-sculpture-artist-author-abby-glassenberg/ Sat, 26 Feb 2011 13:52:56 -0500 craftsanity-123-22511-1 Abby Glassenberg Soft sculpture artist Abby Glassenberg is back to chat about her new book, “The Artful Bird: Feathered Friends to Sew and Make.” Soft sculpture artist Abby Glassenberg is back to chat about her new book, “The Artful Bird: Feathered Friends to Sew and Make.” On this mini-episode of the podcast, we catch up on the latest exciting developments in her life including the birth of third child and the experience of becoming a published author. no 37:43 http://craftsanity.com/2010/12/craftsanity-episode-122-greetings-from-anna-hrachovecs-mochimochi-land/ Mon, 20 Dec 2010 10:34:57 -0500 craftsanity-122-122010 Anna Hrachovec On this episode of the podcast you'll hear from Anna Hrachovec, a 29-year-old Brooklyn-based artist who really knows how to bring her knitting to life. On this episode of the podcast you'll hear from Anna Hrachovec, a 29-year-old Brooklyn-based artist who really knows how to bring her knitting to life. no 1:39:08 http://craftsanity.com/2010/12/craftsanity-podcast-episode-121-a-conversation-with-betsy-timmer/ Tue, 07 Dec 2010 22:47:23 -0500 craftsanity-121-120710 Betsy Timmer We’re going to time warp just a tad on this episode of the podcast. We’re going back to a coat closet inside the Grand Rapids Public Art Museum (GRAM) where I interviewed artist Betsy Timmer this past fall about “Rag Rug." We’re going to time warp just a tad on this episode of the podcast. We’re going back to a coat closet inside the Grand Rapids Public Art Museum (GRAM) where I interviewed artist Betsy Timmer this past fall about “Rag Rug,” the piece that she entered in ArtPrize, the international art competition held annually here in West Michigan. no 1:35:10 http://craftsanity.com/?p=5317 Mon, 11 Oct 2010 00:20:22 -0400 craftsanity-120-101110 Chris de Longpre After Chris de Longpre “retired” she decided to make the most of her free time. She started knitting – a lot. And Chris wasn’t content to follow a pattern, so she kick up the degree of difficulty and started writing her own patterns. After Chris de Longpre “retired” from a career in information technology she decided to make the most of her free time. She started knitting – a lot. And Chris, of Kentwood, Mich., wasn’t content to follow a pattern, so she kick up the degree of difficulty and started writing her own patterns. She kept designing and taking notes. Within months of her retirement, she launched a pattern business, called Knitting at KNoon Designs featuring eight original. Eight years later de Longpre has amassed a strong following for her pattern collection that features designs ranging from stuffed toys, socks and shawls to knitted garments for babies, children and adults. Now her designs are stocked by 700 knitting shops across the country as well as in Canada, Australia and New Zealand. no 1:41:30 http://craftsanity.com/2010/08/craftsanity-live-in-seattle-episode-119-a-conversation-with-not-martha-blogger-megan-reardon/ Sat, 28 Aug 2010 15:25:11 -0400 craftsanity-119-82810 Megan Reardon This episode of CraftSanity was recorded before a live audience at the Creative Conference of Entrepreneurs in Seattle. My guest was the Megan Reardon, creator of the popular Not Martha blog she launched in 2001. This episode of CraftSanity was recorded before a live audience at the Creative Conference of Entrepreneurs in Seattle. My guest was the Megan Reardon, creator of the popular Not Martha blog she launched in 2001 as a place to keep track of her many crafty projects and lifestyle interests. Nine years later, Megan’s blog has received mentions from high traffic sites including Daily Candy, Fred Flare, Boing Boing, Apartment Therapy, and Metafilter, and has been nominated for several Bloggie awards. Megan’s site was named one of the Coolest Websites of 2006 by Time magazine. On this episode of CraftSanity, you’ll find out about Megan’s creative life that has included stints sewing opera costumes in Santa Fe, building corporate websites in San Francisco, and running a small knitting supplies business in her current home of Seattle, where she is a founding member of the Grassroots Business Association. She has published patterns in Knitty.com (The Hallowig ranks among my favorites!) and in several knitting books. She contributed projects to ReadyMade and FamilyFun magazines, and has also blogged for ReadyMade and Design Sponge. Megan also creates awesome projects for Holidash.com, including this Felt Dahlia Brooch. Thanks to Megan for being the first guest to record with me before a live audience and for sharing her story with us! Also thanks to the conference organizers who hosted the conference. It was great to be a part of the event and meet so many talented and creative people in person. I will be posting more little bits about people I met in the coming weeks. I have a little project to finish in the meantime. no 1:11:50 http://craftsanity.com/2010/08/craftsanity-episode-118-sue-hausmann-shares-the-story-of-how-she-stitched-her-way-up-the-corporate-ladder/ Wed, 11 Aug 2010 22:48:12 -0400 craftsanity-118-81110 Sue Hausmann Sue Hausmann says sewing is a life skill. And after you listen to her story you’ll understand what she means. Sue Hausmann says sewing is a life skill. And after you listen to her story you’ll understand what she means. As a young mom, she sewed everything for her family from housewares to matching swim suits her family of six. She also sewed to earn extra money doing alterations out of her home. Years of practical sewing experience and a passion for the craft eventually lead Sue into the workforce where she excelled at hooking budding sewists on the craft. Tune in to CraftSanity episode 118 to hear how this Midwestern seamstress used her sewing skills, Tupperware sales experience and supermom powers to canapult herself into the corporate world where she went on to become the Executive Vice President Consumer Motivation at Husqvarna Viking and the host of “America Sews” a show that aired on PBS in the U.S. until last year. no 1:27:06 Sun, 25 Jul 2010 01:58:20 -0400 craftsanity-117-72410 Lisa Price Tune in for the story of how Lisa used job loss as a springboard to start artgoodies, the art business she operates out of her basement studio in Grand Rapids. At long last I bring you a podcast interview with Lisa Price, a crafty printmaker and one of West Michigan’s most successful handmade businesswomen. Tune in for the story of how Lisa used job loss as a springboard to start artgoodies, the art business she operates out of her basement studio in Grand Rapids. Her business is the perfect blend of art and craft with a side of vintage flair. Her block printed tea towels are wildly popular and especially appealing for those who want to adorn their homes with functional art. no 1:33:53 http://craftsanity.com/?p=4476 Wed, 16 Jun 2010 09:08:28 -0400 craftsanity-116-61610 Beth Ann Williams KMeet West Michigan fiber artist Beth Ann Williams, an accomplished quilter, teacher and author who never ceases to inspire the people around her. Tune in to hear the story of how Beth Ann turned to quilting after serious health problems. On this episode of CraftSanity you’ll meet West Michigan fiber artist Beth Ann Williams, an accomplished quilter, teacher and author who never ceases to inspire the people around her. Tune in to hear the story of how Beth Ann turned to quilting after serious health problems forced her to edit her life plan. Beth Ann, of Grand Rapids, is very skilled when it comes to making art and helping others set out on their own creative journeys. And she excels at figuring out ways to get around life’s biggest obstacles with grace and humor. With the deck stacked against her Beth Ann has continued to make art, teach and work as the creative director for Lakeshore Sewing. If you’re struggling with a road block in your life, don’t miss this episode and the chance to be inspired by a woman who turned her wheelchair into a fashion accessory and reminds us all to hold our dreams lightly.Want to learn more from Beth Ann? She teaches regularly at Lakeshore Sewing and will be teaching at Fabrications at the Radisson Plaza Hotel in Kalamazoo, Mich. at the end of the summer. She will present Fiber Collage & Three-Dimensional Embellishment on Aug. 30 & 31 and Machine Quilting and Thread Painting on Sept. 1, 2 & 3. She will also be co-hosting a “Storytelling in Fabric” retreat in November. Read more workshop details here. no 1:34:44 http://craftsanity.com/?p=4380 Tue, 25 May 2010 10:44:08 -0400 craftsanity-115-52510 Kristen Rask On this episode of CraftSanity you’ll hear from Kristen Rask, owner of Schmancy, a Seattle shop featuring fun and quirky handmade toys. Just a few minutes into the interview you’ll probably begin to wonder when Kristen finds time to sleep. On this episode of CraftSanity you’ll hear from Kristen Rask, owner of Schmancy, a Seattle shop featuring fun and quirky handmade toys. Just a few minutes into the interview you’ll probably begin to wonder when Kristen finds time to sleep because operating a cool shop is only one of her many creative projects. Kristen is also the creator of the wildly successful Plush You! show that features over a hundred plush artists from around the globe, planner of Urban Craft Uprising (Seattle’s largest indie craft show) and the upcoming Conference of Creative Entrepreneurs. She’s a committee member for the Grassroots Business Association and just curated the Lost at Sea Show in New York City, too. In her spare time, Kristen has also written three books: “Plush You! Loveable Misfits to sew and stuff” (based on the annual Plush You! show she has at her store), “Creature Crochet” and “Button and Stitch.” If you’re looking for some motivation to get cracking on some of your own projects, something tells me that hearing from Kristen will give you a helpful kick in the Schmancy pants to get out there and take a crafty risk or two. If you want a chance to meet Kristen and soak up some crafty business tips, head out to the Conference of Creative Entrepreneurs, Aug. 13-15 in Seattle. Register by June 1 and save money. I’m heading to the conference to be on a panel about podcasting and do a live recording of my show and I’d love to see you there. (Email me if you’re interested in a CraftSanity meet-up.) no 1:09:14 http://craftsanity.com/2010/04/craftsanity-episode-114-wendy-mullin-tells-the-story-of-how-she-built-her-brand-built-by-wendy/ Thu, 15 Apr 2010 10:02:39 -0400 craftsanity-114-41510 Wendy Mullin Wendy Mullin shares the inspiring story of how she built Built By Wendy clothing label one design at a time. Before the world recognized Wendy Mullin’s Built By Wendy clothing label, she was just a girl sewing her heart out hunched over a machine stacked up on milk crates. She cut her fabric on the floor of her cramped apartment and worked at record stores to pay the bills. And long before she started calling herself a designer, she had become one. On this episode of CraftSanity, Wendy shares the inspiring story of how she built her own creative business one design at a time. Originally from Chicago, Wendy is now one of New York’s most established independent fashion designers. She sells her Built By Wendy line at her two retail stores in New York, at boutiques across the country and online. Budding designers got to know Wendy when she released her first book “Sew U” and follow-up book “Sew U Home Stretch.” Her third book, “Built by Wendy Dresses: The Sew U Guide to Make a Girl’s Best Frock.” just came out and demystifies the satisfying art of making a fun and flattering dress. Tune in and get inspired to build yourself a brand new frock. no 1:28:15 http://craftsanity.com/?p=4043 Sun, 14 Mar 2010 10:15:58 -0400 craftsanity-113-31410 Kari Chapin Guest is Kari Chapin, author of “Handmade Marketplace: How to Sell Your Crafts Locally, Globally and Online.” I made you all wait way too long for this episode, but I think it’s going to be worth it. My guest is a fabulous storyteller who shares a wealth of info that I hope will serve as an audio springboard for all of you dear listeners out there dreaming of launching your own handmade business. You can do it! You can do it! You CAN do it! Now that I’ve got you pumped up a little bit, grab a project and settle in for a nice long chat with Kari Chapin, author of “Handmade Marketplace: How to Sell Your Crafts Locally, Globally and Online.” I interviewed Kari for my craft column right before the book launch and then I interviewed her again for the podcast because I wanted you to get to hear the full story. With experience as a maker, marketer, stylist and retail manager (among many other things), Chapin has done a fine job of rounding up helpful information for creative people dreaming of making a handmade living. And I’m not just saying that because she interviewed me for her book. (Some of my comments about podcasting are one on page 206, but you’ll be way more impressed with the famous crafters she interviewed to fill the other pages.) Kari covers everything from pricing and taxes to social media and starting your own craft fair, so this book is pretty cool and includes a lot of info that I wish I would have known before I decided to launch my own crafty biz. Speaking of which… ENTER TO WIN a copy of Kari’s book by posting a craft business tip below. What do you wish you would have know before you got started? If you haven’t launched a handmade business yet, please post a question. What do you want to know before you get started? The deadline to enter the random drawing is March 21. Good luck! no 1:43:48 http://craftsanity.com/?p=3912 Sun, 14 Feb 2010 10:25:49 -0500 craftsanity-112-12710 Rebecca Yaker This week my guest is Minneapolis based designer Rebecca Yaker. This episode traces Rebecca’s unconventional creative path to becoming an independent designer, artist, handmade business owner and published author. This week my guest is Minneapolis based designer Rebecca Yaker. I’ve been wanting to interview Rebecca since we met at the Detroit Urban Craft Fair a few years ago and she did not disappoint. This episode traces Rebecca’s unconventional creative path to becoming an independent designer, artist, handmade business owner and published author. In 2005, Rebecca left the corporate world to start Hazel and Melvin’s Room, a custom baby bedding and accessories business that offers expecting parents a fabulous alternative to the mass produced products listed on many baby registries. Rebecca made a huge splash in craft circles when images of her unforgettable sock monkey dresses hit the web. She continues to make wearable sock monkey creations for people of all ages and takes custom orders for award winning sock monkey dresses. (Those must be an absolute blast to wear. I would love to run a road race wearing a sock monkey apron someday.) In February 2008, Rebecca and her pal Trish Hoskins had lunch with the president of Storey Publishing. A year and a half later, Rebecca and Trish where holding copies of their first book “One-Yard Wonders!” no 1:39:38 http://craftsanity.com/?p=3808 Tue, 05 Jan 2010 17:18:27 -0500 craftsanity-111-1510 Rashida Coleman-Hale This week my podcast guest is Rashida Coleman-Hale, 33, of Atlanta, who writes the I Heart Linen blog. A busy mama and super talented designer, Rashida’s story is sure to inspire you run to your fabric stash for a quick patchwork project fix. This week my podcast guest is Rashida Coleman-Hale, 33, of Atlanta, who writes the I Heart Linen blog. A busy mama and super talented designer, Rashida’s story is sure to inspire you run to your fabric stash for a quick patchwork project fix. We chatted about her creative journey to becoming a craft project designer and published author and the challenges she’s encountered along the way. Rashida has a contagious laugh, so we did plenty of giggling. But we also had a serious discussion about how making beautiful things helped Rashida through postpartum depression. So if you’re going through a rough patch, this episode might be particularly helpful. Rashida’s first book, “I Love Patwork: 21 Irresistible Zakka Projects to Sew” just hit bookstores and features great designs including instructions to make the lovely blossom pincushions pictured above. (p. 71) Projects in the book include a combination of machine and hand sewing and feature lots of linen (no surprise there!) and the English paper piecing techniques that I find so fantastically additive. Rashida’s designs carry a strong Japanese influence reminiscent of the time she spent living abroad as a child. So if you love Zakka craft, you’ll enjoy making Rashida’s designs to adorn your creative space. no 1:27:30 http://craftsanity.com/?p=3753 Mon, 21 Dec 2009 13:46:27 -0500 craftsanity-110-122109 Meg McElwee Meg McElwee’s star has risen fast since I first chatted with her on episode 80 and it’s great to have her back as part of her blog tour to fill us in on her life as a new mama and published craft book author. Meg McElwee’s star has risen fast since I first chatted with her on episode 80 and it’s great to have her back as part of her blog tour to fill us in on her life as a new mama and published craft book author. (Go, Meg!) During our first chat, Meg was teaching at a Montessori school in Mexico and planning to return to the States to expand her pattern design business and start a family. She’s now living in North Carolina with her husband and son and continuing to expand her pattern line which includes my favorite apron pattern of all time, the Emmeline. Her new book “Sew Liberated: 20 Stylish Projects for the Modern Sewist” is packed with fun projects that highlight the fantastic possibilities that come with incorporating easy applique techniques. The book comes with a packet of patterns glued inside the back over so you have everything you need to get started right away. Projects for the home, babies, children and you are include. The Teacup Corset Apron, Funny Animals Children’s Totes and reverse appliqued Jersey Garden Skirt (cover photo) rank among my favorites patterns in the book, but I plan to try out several other patterns as time allows. So settle in with a project and tune in to this week’s show to hear Meg’s story. no 1:16:46 http://craftsanity.com/?p=3708 Sun, 13 Dec 2009 14:56:28 -0500 craftsanity-109-121309 Maya Donenfeld Maya Donenfeld joined the craft blog scene about two years ago with the creation of her Maya*Made blog and has been inspiring readers ever since with her sustainable craft project ideas. Maya Donenfeld joined the craft blog scene about two years ago with the creation of her Maya*Made blog and has been inspiring readers ever since with her sustainable craft project ideas. A self-taught artist, Maya, 40, loves to create with items straight from the recycle bin. One of her favorite materials is repurposed burlap coffee sacks, but anything in the recycling bin is fair game. She turns newspapers into festive banners and she works wonders with toilet paper tubes. Above is a glimpse of her latest advent calendar design, which builds on last year’s design which was also created out of cardboard tubes. (She more or Maya’s designs on Flickr.) Maya lives in rural upstate New York with her husband and two children. She cooks up new designs daily while maintaining a regular dialog with her blog readers. Tune in to this week’s podcast to hear her tell her story in her own words. no 1:19:35 http://craftsanity.com/?p=3569 Sat, 28 Nov 2009 23:56:20 -0500 craftsanity-108-112800 Susan B. Anderson Susan B. Anderson is back again to update us on the latest developments in her successful knitting career, namely her new book, “Itty-Bitty Toys.” Susan B. Anderson is back again to update us on the latest developments in her successful knitting career, namely her new book, “Itty-Bitty Toys.” I asked Susan to give a brief overview of her knitting career on this episode, but if you want to hear the whole story, I invite you to go back and listen CraftSanity episodes 46 and 64. Susan’s Itty-Bitty series including “Itty-Bitty Hats” and “Itty-Bitty Nursery,” have been very popular and the latest knitted toy book went into it’s second printing within weeks of the release date. The success this 45-year-old, married, mother of four from Madison, Wis. has lead opportunities to travel and teach in knit shops across the country. It also helped her land a fun gig with a great title as the curator of the Spud and Chloe blog where Susan frequently posts free patterns for knitters to download and stitch. Tune in to this episode for down-to-earth inspiration that just might inspire you to launch a handmade business of your own. And speaking of free patterns, check out the Susan’s Santa Baby pattern that I posted after our first chat. It’s perfect for last-minute holiday crafting. no 1:28:22 http://craftsanity.com/?p=3448 Fri, 06 Nov 2009 13:42:04 -0500 craftsanity-107-110509 Cal Patch Grab your latest project and settle in for a long chat with clothing designer and author, Cal Patch, the creative force behind the Hodge Podge clothing label. Grab your latest project and settle in for a long chat with clothing designer and author, Cal Patch, the creative force behind the Hodge Podge clothing label. Immediately after opening Cal’s new book, I knew that it was going to be one of those books that would change my creative life. I want to sew more of my own clothes and often get disappointed when my projects don’t pan out. Enter Cal and her fabulous book, “Design-It-Yourself Clothes Patternmaking Simplified.” Cal has been teaching sewing and pattern making in New York for years, so this book is especially great for those of us who live too far away to take one of her classes in person. no 1:33:31 http://craftsanity.com/?p=3347 Thu, 22 Oct 2009 13:47:30 -0400 craftsanity-106-102209 Liesl Gibson On this episode of CraftSanity, Liesl Gibson shares the story of how she started her Brooklyn-based pattern company, Oliver + S. On this episode of CraftSanity, Liesl Gibson shares the story of how she started her Brooklyn-based pattern company, Oliver + S. If you lurk around sewing blogs or frequent an independent fabric shop, you’ve probably seen her classic line that features darling designs to sew for girls and boys. Each pattern comes with a paper doll that sports the designs featured in the patten. And to boost the cute factor even higher, Oliver + S just released a spool dog cut-out as seen in the photo above. From the fashion district to Wall Street, Liesl’s path to launching her own line of children’s clothing patterns is entertaining and inspiring. Tune in to hear Liesl chat about everything from her childhood days watching her mother sew to working in the fashion industry, and the challenges of running a handmade business. no 1:07:58 http://craftsanity.com/?p=3258 Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:30:50 -0400 craftsanity-105-100709 Carin Vogelzang and Carol Peters Tune in to meet Carin Vogelzang, and her mother, Carol Peters, two women who turned a family tragedy into an inspiring cause called Margaret’s Hope Chest. This episode is about spreading hope one quilt at a time. Tune in to meet Carin Vogelzang, and her mother, Carol Peters, two women who turned a family tragedy into an inspiring cause called Margaret’s Hope Chest. Carin, of Toronto, and her mother, Carol, of Grand Rapids, co-founded the quilt charity Margaret’s Hope Chest in honor of Peters’ mom, Margaret Herrema, who died after she was critically injured during a purse-snatching in 2005. The first quilt they gave away was to the mother of one of the women convicted of Margaret’s death. Carin and Carol have given away 102 quilts since founding the charity in Margaret’s name in 2007. Now they’re asking quilters around the globe to help them make 400 quilts to give to homeless children living in the Grand Rapids Public School District here in West Michigan during the Christmas holiday. no 57:09 http://craftsanity.com/?p=3095 Wed, 09 Sep 2009 15:51:33 -0400 craftsanity-104-090909 Sally Melville Sally Melville has been on the knitting scene for years, demystify the craft for all the rookies and self-taught knitters she cheerfully coaxes along at her workshops. Sally Melville has been on the knitting scene for years, demystify the craft for all the rookies and self-taught knitters she cheerfully coaxes along at her workshops. Tune in to this episode of CraftSanity to find out how Sally became a knitwear designer and author years after she discovered the wonderful world of knitting as a 7-year-old Brownie. no 55:01 http://craftsanity.com/?p=3066 Wed, 02 Sep 2009 07:45:52 -0400 craftsanity-103-090209 Trond Anfinnsen Trond Anfinnsen, 42, of Stavanger, Norway, tell the story of how he became a ravenous knitter just a few years back and ended up knitting more than 200 one-of-a-kind hats for people in his life. A Flickr gallery led to a book deal. Trond Anfinnsen is the inspiring sort of guy who gets an idea, commits to it and sees it through to its creative end. And then when he’s done, he starts the process all over again. On this episode of CraftSanity you’ll hear Trond, 42, of Stavanger, Norway tell the story of how he became a ravenous knitter just a few years back and ended up knitting more than 200 one-of-a-kind hats for people in his life. Tune in to find out how a Flickr gallery of photos of people wearing his hats led to a book deal. (Trond’s friend Klaus Nilsen Skrudland took all the photos.) Fifty of his hats are included in his book: “HatHeads: 1 Man + 2 Knitting Needles = 50 Fun Hat Designs.” I posted the Silje pattern featured on the lower right of the book cover and p. 116 inside on this blog a while back and still have big plans to make that hat. Trond’s book is cool because it gives 50 examples of how a simple knitting pattern can be customized for each individual. He even shares some great tips about how to design a one-of-a-kind hat of your own. Unlike most craft books, Trond’s introduces us to all the people who modeled hats for the book. Under each photo is a brief intro to these people and explanation of their connection to Trond. I love the sense of community that Trond created with his knitting. It’s lovely, really. And it so makes me want to knit a hat. Right now. no 54:46 http://craftsanity.com/?p=2979 Sat, 15 Aug 2009 14:56:03 -0400 craftsanity-102-081509 The Beerhorst Family On this episode you’re going to meet the inspiring Beerhorst family headed up by Rick and Brenda Beerhorst, the artist parents of six creative kids ranging in age from 5 to 17. On this episode you’re going to meet the inspiring Beerhorst family headed up by Rick and Brenda Beerhorst, the artist parents of six creative kids ranging in age from 5 to 17. Rick is an oil panter. Brenda is a fiber artist. And the kids, well, they’re all artistic, too. no 1:28:07 http://craftsanity.com/?p=2483 Mon, 27 Jul 2009 00:41:29 -0400 craftsanity-101-072709 Justine Telfer Justine Telfer, editor and publisher of the Melbourne, Australia-based zine, MixTape is this week's guest. I love this self-published craft zine because it’s put together with passion and offers interesting commentary on the world of art and craft. On this episode of CraftSanity you’re going to hear a conversation with Justine Telfer, editor and publisher of the Melbourne, Australia-based zine, MixTape. I love this self-published craft zine because it’s put together with passion and offers interesting commentary on the world of art and craft. Mixtape started publishing in 2007 and is all about “making time for the small things.” It’s mission is to document the “collision of craft, eco-cool and pop culture kitsch.” Three hundred copies of the first issue were photocopied and sold out. The demand forced the purchase of a home laser jet printer. Now the 1,500 copies are printed professionally in full-color and shipped to subscribers around the world. Justine, 36, shares the story of how she started MixTape with a friend and continues to grow the publication on her own two years later. This podcast was especially fun for me since making a zine of my own is on my to-do list. If you want to contribute to MixTape, find out how to subscribe and check out the submission guidelines for issue 11. The theme is “Thinking Outside the Square.” no 46:01 http://craftsanity.com/ Tue, 14 Jul 2009 16:14:49 -0400 craftsanity-100-071409 Abby Glassenberg Abby Glassenberg, 33, of Wellesley, Massachusetts, makes one-of-a-kind soft sculpture birds in her home studio and documents her her adventures in mothering and bird-making on her blog, While She Naps. Abby Glassenberg, 33, of Wellesley, Massachusetts, makes one-of-a-kind soft sculpture birds in her home studio and documents her her adventures in mothering and bird-making on her blog, While She Naps, because, like many of us, she works while her children sleep. no 1:22:55 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 27 Jun 2009 17:45:32 -0400 craftsanity-99-062709 Nancy Minsky Nancy Minsky is a fashion designer living in Brussels, Belgium, who is blurring the lines between high fashion and DIY craft. She worked in the fast-paced fashion industry for years before “retiring” from fashion design to focus on her family. Nancy Minsky is a fashion designer living in Brussels, Belgium, who is blurring the lines between high fashion and DIY craft. A graduate of Parson’s School of Design and a former assistant to Calvin Klein, Nancy, 55, worked in the fast-paced fashion industry for years churning out new designs for her Paul Alexander line before “retiring” from fashion design to focus on her family. On this episode, Nancy reassures us all that we will not lose our creativity if we take a break from our professions to parent or go another direction. In fact, Nancy, appears to be as creative as ever. no 48:10 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 08 Jun 2009 16:01:00 -0400 craftsanity-98-060809 Jen Segrest This week I'm bringing you a lively discussion with Jen Segrest. She's a multi-talented graphic designer and crafter from Middletown, Ohio. I got in contact with Jen when I came across her fantastic bottle cap pincushions online. This week I'm bringing you a lively discussion with Jen Segrest. She's a multi-talented graphic designer and crafter from Middletown, Ohio who isn't afraid to speak her mind. I got in contact with Jen when I came across her fantastic bottle cap pincushions online. Her pincushion tutorials featured in the book "Pretty Little Pincushions (Lark 2007) and CraftStylish, changed my life. Months later, I'm still excited about covering bottle caps with felt. So fun! no 1:17:36 http://craftsanity.com/?p=2483 Sun, 24 May 2009 23:59:23 -0400 craftsanity-97-052409 Rob Bliss Rob Bliss bills himself as a just a regular guy. But his ability to use Facebook to mobilize people of all ages to participate in urban experiments is nothing short of intriguing. I met Bliss at the Chalk Flood he hosted in April. Rob Bliss bills himself as a just a regular guy. But his ability to use Facebook to mobilize people of all ages to participate in urban experiments is nothing short of intriguing. I met Bliss, a Grand Rapids Community College student, at the Chalk Flood he hosted in April. My daughters and I were among thousands of people who gathered downtown to doodle on the sidewalk that Saturday afternoon and we had a blast. It was a real kick to see so many people ranging from kids to professional artists coloring the city streets. And we were all there because of Rob Bliss. He invited us and secured 30,000 pieces of free chalk. He announced his plan on Facebook and then waited to see who showed up. no 40:50 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 12 Apr 2009 23:53:55 -0400 craftsanity-96-041309 Jenna Woginrich If you've ever dreamed about moving to the country and living off the land, you need to listen to this podcast featuring Jenna Woginrich, the author of "Made from Scratch: Discovering the Pleasures of a Handmade Life." If you've ever dreamed about moving to the country and living off the land, you need to listen to this podcast featuring Jenna Woginrich, the author of "Made from Scratch: Discovering the Pleasures of a Handmade Life." no 1:12:16 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:54:17 -0400 craftsanity-95-032309 Laurie Sharp Laurie Sharp discusses Wool Pets, her needle felting kit business, her book “Wool Pets: Making 20 Figures with Wool Roving and a Barbed Needle” and the path that led her to pursue her creative dreams. Laurie Sharp discusses Wool Pets, her needle felting kit business, her book “Wool Pets: Making 20 Figures with Wool Roving and a Barbed Needle” and the path that led her to pursue her creative dreams. no 1:07:37 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 28 Feb 2009 17:26:39 -0500 craftsanity-94-022809 Jennifer Paganelli Interview with Jennifer Paganelli, 50, the owner and creator of the Sis Boom Collection. From Wilton, Connecticut, she creates vintage inspired home furnishings, including pillows, lamps and festive banners, as well as designs for women and girls. Hear a conversation with Jennifer Paganelli, 50, the owner and creator of the Sis Boom Collection. From her home in Wilton, Connecticut, Jennifer creates vintage inspired home furnishings including pillows, lamps and festive banners, as well as whimsical designs for women and girls. (She designs three of my favorite things: aprons, peasant tops and jumpers.) no 1:12:37 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 31 Jan 2009 00:52:06 -0400 craftsanity-93-013108 Walter Olson Interview with Walter Olson about the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act's testing and certification for makers of products intended for children 12 years old and younger. Interview with Walter Olson about the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act's testing and certification for makers of products intended for children 12 years old and younger. no 45:36 http://craftsanity.com Tue, 06 Jan 2009 00:52:03 -0400 craftsanity-92-010608 Daniel Vosovic Daniel Vosovic shares the story of what it’s been like to build a name for himself leaving West Michigan, becoming a reality TV star on "Project Runway," budding designer and businessman. Tune in for some inspiration to push you toward your dream career. Daniel Vosovic shares the story of what it’s been like to build a name for himself leaving West Michigan, becoming a reality TV star on "Project Runway," budding designer, author and businessman. Tune in for some inspiration to push you toward your dream career. no 1:25:20 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 28 Dec 2008 20:29:57 -0500 craftsanity-91-122808 Alicia Paulson Interview with Alicia Paulson of “Posie Gets Cozy” blog fame. Alicia and I first chatted in 2006 on episode 17 of the podcast. We chat about her first book “Stitched in Time: Memory-Keeping Projects to Sew and Share From the Creator of Posie Gets Cozy.” Interview with Alicia Paulson of “Posie Gets Cozy” blog fame. Alicia and I first chatted in 2006 on episode 17 of the podcast. She’s been very busy making beautiful things in her lovely home studio and writing books. Her first, “Stitched in Time: Memory-Keeping Projects to Sew and Share From the Creator of Posie Gets Cozy” (Potter Craft, 2008, $22.95) is in bookstores now. no 1:06:08 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 29 Nov 2008 13:04:56 -0500 craftsanity-90-112908 Anna Marie Horner Back for an encore performance, Anna Maria Horner and I chatted again recently about her lovely new book, “Seams to Me: 24 New Reasons to Love Sewing.” If you missed our first conversation, I suggest you check out episode 73. Back for an encore performance, Anna Maria Horner and I chatted again recently about her lovely new book, “Seams to Me: 24 New Reasons to Love Sewing.” If you missed our first conversation, I suggest you check out episode 73 for the full story of how Anna Maria got to where she is today. (This latest episode assumes you know all that stuff. : ) no 1:05:46 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 17 Nov 2008 23:44:20 -0500 craftsanity-89-111708 Erika Simmons Forget those frumpy crochet patterns of old, and let twin fashion designers Erika & Monika Simmons help you sass up your stitching. Erika shares the story of how she and her sister built a custom crochet apparel design business from their Chicago home. Forget those frumpy crochet patterns of old, and let twin fashion designers Erika & Monika Simmons help you sass up your stitching. On this episode of CraftSanity, Erika shares the story of how she and her sister built a custom crochet apparel design business from their Chicago home. We also chat about the fun designs in their book “DoubleStitch Designs For The Crochet Fashionista” (Interweave 2008), that includes several pattern designs guaranteed to stop traffic and several that are just plan fun. no 1:06:28 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 02 Nov 2008 11:10:44 -0500 craftsanity-88-110208 Amy Butler Like many of us pursuing our own creative dreams, Amy Butler, 42, of Grandville, Ohio, built her business one small step at a time. She designed and stitched and designed some more and before long fabric lovers across the country knew her name. Like many of us pursuing our own creative dreams, Amy Butler built her business one small step at a time. She designed and stitched and designed some more and before long fabric lovers across the country knew her name. On this episode of CraftSanity, designer Amy Butler, 42, of Grandville, Ohio, takes us back to her creative roots and shares her story, one sure to inspire those of you working to build a creative business of your own. no 1:01:40 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 18 Oct 2008 23:51:43 -0400 craftsanity-87-101808 Kayte Terry On this episode of CraftSanity I chat with Kayte Terry about her creative life and inspiring first book, " Complete embellishing Techniques and Projects." On this episode of CraftSanity I chat with Kayte Terry about her creative life and inspiring first book, " Complete embellishing Techniques and Projects." Kayte, 31, of Brooklyn, is a talented stylist, writer and crafter who worked for several magazines including: Adorn, Cutting Edge, Vogue Knitting, Parents, Craft Stylish and Quick & Simple. She has also contributed to HGTV Ideas magazine, Getcrafty.com and Etsy's Storque. If you're a fan of Anthropologie, you'll enjoy hearing Kayte talk about working as a stylist for the company. It's my hope that this podcast and Kayte's book will inspire you to look at the clothes in your closet with renewed interest and help you summon the courage to refashion your wardrobe. Who needs brand new store-bought clothes, when Kayte can inspire us to shop our own closets and local thrift shops to craft something fabulous on the cheap? I love it when my crafting saves me money. no 1:28:02 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 21 Sep 2008 20:28:29 -0400 craftsanity-86-92108 Sharon Schamber no 1:23:01 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 14 Sep 2008 21:04:24 -0400 craftsanity-85-91408 Cara Angelotta Interview with Cara Angelotta. Interview with Cara Angelotta. no 1:11:05 Mon, 25 Aug 2008 08:48:26 -0400 craftsanity-84-82408 Cat Bordhi Interview with Cat Bordhi. Interview with Cat Bordhi. no 1:37:29 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 17 Aug 2008 19:04:51 -0400 craftsanity-83-81708 Dawn DeVries Sokol Interview with Dawn DeVries Sokol Interview with Dawn DeVries Sokol no 1:31:18 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 19 Jul 2008 19:16:09 -0400 craftsanity-82-71908 Amy Singer Interview with Amy Singer. Interview with Amy Singer. no 58:56 http://craftsanity.com Tue, 08 Jul 2008 01:19:58 -0400 craftsanity-81-7808 Kimberly Winston Interview with Kimberly Winston Interview with Kimberly Winston no 1:10:20 http://craftsanity.com Tue, 17 Jun 2008 20:30:15 -0400 craftsanity-80-61708 Meg McElwee Interview with Meg McElwee Interview with Meg McElwee no 1:16:24 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 04 Jun 2008 21:42:26 -0400 craftsanity-79-6408 Meg Mateo Ilasco Interview with Meg Mateo Ilasco. Interview with Meg Mateo Ilasco. no 1:23:15 http://craftsanity.com Tue, 13 May 2008 23:19:48 -0400 craftsanity-78-51308 Susie Hewer Interview with Susie Hewer Interview with Susie Hewer no 32:16 http://craftsanity.com Thu, 01 May 2008 18:15:39 -0400 craftsanity-77-42808 Jenny Hart Interview with Jenny Hart Interview with Jenny Hart no 1:11:53 http://craftsanity.com Tue, 15 Apr 2008 23:19:25 -0400 craftsanity-76-41508 Larissa & Martin John Brown Interview with Larissa & Martin John Brown Interview with Larissa & Martin John Brown no 1:05:04 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 06 Apr 2008 22:34:42 -0400 craftsanity-75-4608 Emily Martin Interview with Emily Martin Interview with Emily Martin no 1:33:05 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 30 Mar 2008 19:36:06 -0400 craftsanity-74-33008 Lexi Boeger Interview with spinner and author Lexi Boeger Interview with spinner and author Lexi Boeger no 57:11 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 16 Mar 2008 19:54:48 -0400 craftsanity-73-31608 Anna Marie Horner Interview with Anna Marie Horner Interview with Anna Marie Horner no 1:52:11 http://craftsanity.com Tue, 11 Mar 2008 14:28:21 -0400 craftsanity-72-31108 Lisa Anne Auerbach Interview with Lisa Anne Auerbach Interview with Lisa Anne Auerbach no 1:09:43 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 27 Feb 2008 20:41:41 -0500 craftsanity-71-22708 Kathy Goldner Interview with Kathy Goldner Interview with Kathy Goldner no 1:09:53 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 18 Feb 2008 20:53:24 -0500 craftsanity-70-21808 Kristin Nicholas Interview with Kristin Nicholas Interview with Kristin Nicholas no 1:21:53 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 10 Feb 2008 20:24:57 -0500 craftsanity-69-21008 Samra O'Shea Interview with Samara O'Shea Interview with Samara O'Shea no 1:11:16 http://craftsanity.com Thu, 07 Feb 2008 21:33:48 -0500 craftsanity-68-2708 Betz White Interview with Betz White Interview with Betz White no 1:05:57 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 28 Jan 2008 20:42:55 -0500 craftsanity-67-12808 Lily Chin Interview with Lily Chin Interview with Lily Chin no 1:24:49 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 20 Jan 2008 18:35:38 -0500 craftsanity-66-012008 Hilary Seabolt Interview with play food maker Hilary Seabolt. Interview with play food maker Hilary Seabolt. no 57:38 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 13 Jan 2008 22:17:44 -0500 craftsanity-65-011308 Alynn Guerra Interview with Alynn Guerra Interview with Alynn Guerra no 1:14:18 http://craftsanity.com Thu, 03 Jan 2008 11:40:39 -0500 craftsanity-64-010308 Susan B. Anderson Followup interview with Susan B. Anderson. Followup interview with Susan B. Anderson. no 25:20 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 26 Nov 2007 11:42:33 -0500 craftsanity-63-112608 Debbie Stoller Interview with Debbie Stoller Interview with Debbie Stoller no 30:26 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 18 Nov 2007 11:42:44 -0500 craftsanity-615-111808 Kristin Roach Interview with Kristin Roach Interview with Kristin Roach no 1:33:11 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 31 Oct 2007 19:07:22 -0400 craftsanity-615-103107 Happy Halloween Handmade story Handmade story no 2:16 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 07 Oct 2007 20:22:25 -0400 craftsanity-61-10707 Sabrina Gschwandtner Sabrina Gschwandtner Sabrina Gschwandtner no 1:28:45 Sun, 09 Sep 2007 03:57:12 -0400 craftsanity-60-9907 Amanda Blake Soule Interview with blogger and author Amanda Blake Soule Interview with blogger and author Amanda Blake Soule no 1:23:47 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 27 Aug 2007 11:30:40 -0400 craftsanity-59-82707 Anne Landre and Sherri Gabbard Interview with Anne Landre and Sherri Gabbard Interview with Anne Landre and Sherri Gabbard no 1:31:04 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 29 Jul 2007 22:07:37 -0400 craftsanity-58-72907 BlogHer: The Art of Crafts Leah Peterson, Natalie Zee Drieu, Kathy Cano Murillo and Amy Sedaris discuss the Art of Crafts at BlogHer 2007. Leah Peterson, Natalie Zee Drieu, Kathy Cano Murillo and Amy Sedaris discuss the Art of Crafts at BlogHer 2007. no 1:18:16 http://craftsanity.com Thu, 26 Jul 2007 19:02:53 -0400 craftsanity-57-72607 Carol Duvall Interview with author and TV craft legend Carol Duvall. Interview with author and TV craft legend Carol Duvall. no 1:20:35 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 11 Jul 2007 16:46:03 -0400 craftsanity-56-71107 Dee Bellini Interview with soap maker Dee Bellini. Interview with soap maker Dee Bellini. no 1:12:32 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 27 Jun 2007 08:21:08 -0400 craftsanity-55-62607 Amy Karol Interview with Amy Karol, blogger and author of "Bend-the-Rules Sewing: The Essential Guide to a Whole New Way to Sew." Interview with Amy Karol, blogger and author of "Bend-the-Rules Sewing: The Essential Guide to a Whole New Way to Sew." no 1:07:39 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 09 Jun 2007 22:08:00 -0400 craftsanity-54-60907 Julie Jersild Roth Interview with author Julie Jersild Roth Interview with author Julie Jersild Roth no 1:36:43 http://craftsanity.com Tue, 29 May 2007 08:52:40 -0400 craftsanity-53-52907 Carol Sauvion Interview with Carol Sauvion, executive director of the documentary "Craft in America" Interview with Carol Sauvion, executive director of the documentary "Craft in America" no 1:04:57 http://craftsanity.com Fri, 18 May 2007 13:49:47 -0400 craftsanity-52-51807 Jennifer Stafford Interview with Jennifer Stafford, creator of the DomiKNITrix Interview with Jennifer Stafford, creator of the DomiKNITrix no 1:45:40 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 21 Apr 2007 11:38:04 -0400 craftsanity-51-042107 Afya Ibomu Interview with author Afya Ibomu Interview with author Afya Ibomu no 1:07:42 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 03 Mar 2007 12:08:08 -0500 craftsanity-50-030307 Annie Mohaupt Interview with shoe designer Annie Mohaupt Interview with shoe designer Annie Mohaupt no 1:25:54 http://craftsanity.com Thu, 08 Feb 2007 17:37:14 -0500 craftsanity-49-020807 Heather Holland-Daly Interview with cross stitch designer Heather Holland-Daly. Interview with cross stitch designer Heather Holland-Daly. no 1:03:35 http://craftsanity.com Thu, 25 Jan 2007 10:56:27 -0500 craftsanity-48-012507 Jessica Vitkus Jessica Vitkus is the author of "AlternaCrafts: 20+ Hi-Style Lo-Budget Projects to Make." She also worked for Sassy magazine and "Martha Stewart Living TV," "The Daily Show," "Who Wants to be a Millionaire" and "Craft Corner Deathmatch." Jessica Vitkus is the author of "AlternaCrafts: 20+ Hi-Style Lo-Budget Projects to Make." She also worked for Sassy magazine and "Martha Stewart Living TV," "The Daily Show," "Who Wants to be a Millionaire" and "Craft Corner Deathmatch." no 1:49:41 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 20 Dec 2006 12:51:29 -0500 craftsanity-47-122006 Ellen Knudson Interview with Ellen Knudson, book artist and operator of Crooked Letter Press. Interview with Ellen Knudson, book artist and operator of Crooked Letter Press. no 1:29:40 http://craftsanity.com Sun, 10 Dec 2006 02:14:50 -0500 craftsanity-46-121006 Susan B. Anderson Interview with Susan B. Anderson, author of "Itty-Bitty Hats." Interview with Susan B. Anderson, author of "Itty-Bitty Hats." no 59:29 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 02 Dec 2006 13:58:38 -0500 craftsanity-45-120206 Tsia Carson This week's guest is Tsia Carson, author of "Craftivity: 40 Projects for the DYI Lifestyle" and founder of SuperNaturale. This week's guest is Tsia Carson, author of "Craftivity: 40 Projects for the DYI Lifestyle" and founder of SuperNaturale. no 42:15 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 25 Nov 2006 21:16:45 -0500 craftsanity-44-112506 Betty Christiansen This week’s guest is Betty Christiansen, a 37-year-old freelance writer, editor and knitter living in Lacrosse, Wisconsin. She is the author of an inspiring new book called “Knitting For Peace: Make the World a Better Place Once Stitch at a Time.” This week’s guest is Betty Christiansen, a 37-year-old freelance writer, editor and knitter living in Lacrosse, Wisconsin. She is the author of an inspiring new book called “Knitting For Peace: Make the World a Better Place Once Stitch at a Time.” no 1:18:45 http://craftsanity.com Fri, 17 Nov 2006 18:41:11 -0500 craftsanity-43-111706 Melissa Alvarado and Hope Meng Melissa Alvarado and Hope Meng discuss the store they own and book they wrote with their friend, Melissa Rannels. Melissa Alvarado and Hope Meng discuss the store they own and book they wrote with their friend, Melissa Rannels. no 54:24 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 11 Nov 2006 03:31:29 -0500 craftsanity-42-111106 Hannah Rogge Interview with craft author Hannah Rogge. Interview with craft author Hannah Rogge. no 56:22 http://craftsanity.com Fri, 03 Nov 2006 23:25:44 -0500 craftsanity-41-110306 Weeks Ringle Interview with quilt maker Weeks Ringle. Interview with quilt maker Weeks Ringle. no 1:09:51 http://craftsanity.com Fri, 27 Oct 2006 18:03:08 -0400 craftsanity-40-102706 Janice Taylor Interview with author and weight loss artist Janice Taylor. Interview with author and weight loss artist Janice Taylor. no 1:11:15 http://craftsanity.com Fri, 20 Oct 2006 18:22:05 -0400 craftsanity-39-102006 Laura Buzard Interview with Seattle purse designer Laura Bee. Interview with Seattle purse designer Laura Bee. no 1:13:31 http://craftsanity.com Fri, 13 Oct 2006 18:29:46 -0400 craftsanity-38-101306 Nancy Puffer This week's guest is bead maker Nancy Puffer This week's guest is bead maker Nancy Puffer no 1:08:35 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 07 Oct 2006 13:40:08 -0400 craftsanity-37-100606 Natalie Zee Interview with Natalie Zee, an editor at Craft magazine. Interview with Natalie Zee, an editor at Craft magazine. no 51:13 http://craftsanity.com Fri, 29 Sep 2006 19:23:56 -0400 craftsanity-36-92906 Matthew Stinchcomb This week's guest is Matthew Stinchcomb with the art and craft selling web site, etsy.com. This week's guest is Matthew Stinchcomb with the art and craft selling web site, etsy.com. no 57:14 http://craftsanity.com Fri, 22 Sep 2006 19:24:09 -0400 craftsanity-35-92206 Melinda Barta Melinda Barta, author of "Hip to Stitch" is this week's guest. Melinda Barta, author of "Hip to Stitch" is this week's guest. no 1:07:08 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 13 Sep 2006 19:53:33 -0400 craftsanity-34-91306 Lisa Kartus Got a knitting problem? Lisa Kartus, author of “Get Your Knit Fix,” likely can fix it. Got a knitting problem? Lisa Kartus, author of “Get Your Knit Fix,” likely can fix it. no 1:20:28 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 09 Sep 2006 14:41:08 -0400 craftsanity-33-90906 Marie Kare Marie Kare is the brilliant creator of the Sampler, a marketing and promotional tool designed to help indie business folks get exposure. Marie Kare is the brilliant creator of the Sampler, a marketing and promotional tool designed to help indie business folks get exposure. no 55:01 http://craftsanity.com Thu, 31 Aug 2006 14:47:01 -0400 craftsanity-32-83106 Claudine Hellmuth Claudine Hellmuth has worked very hard to make a life for herself as a professional artist and the cool part is she’s willing to tell us how she did it. Claudine travels the country teaching art workshops and makes art in her home studio. Claudine Hellmuth has worked very hard to make a life for herself as a professional artist and the cool part is she’s willing to tell us how she did it. Claudine travels the country teaching art workshops and makes art in her home studio. no 1:20:12 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 23 Aug 2006 20:10:05 -0400 craftsanity-31-82306 Rhonda Simmons Rhonda Simmons talks about all kinds of wild stuff: art parties, body casting, artist trading cards and her latest venture... Outsider Art in a Box. Rhonda Simmons talks about all kinds of wild stuff: art parties, body casting, artist trading cards and her latest venture... Outsider Art in a Box. no 1:02:22 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 16 Aug 2006 19:31:43 -0400 craftsanity-30-81606 Melanie Falick Melanie Falick is editorial director STC Craft Melanie Falick books. We chat about her popular knitting books, her adventures in writing, her career in publishing and we even talk a little bit about the flying trapeze. Melanie Falick is editorial director STC Craft Melanie Falick books. We chat about her popular knitting books, her adventures in writing, her career in publishing and we even talk a little bit about the flying trapeze. no 1:26:38 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 09 Aug 2006 19:37:51 -0400 craftsanity-29-80906 Nilda Callanaupa, Richard Ashford and Jane Patrick Today we’re going to hear from Nilda Callanaupa, 46, the weaver who founded The Center for Tradicional Textiles of Cusco, Peru, Richard Ashford, the managing director of Ashford Handcrafts and Jane Patrick, author of “Time to Weave.” Today we’re going to hear from Nilda Callanaupa, 46, the weaver who founded The Center for Tradicional Textiles of Cusco, Peru, Richard Ashford, the managing director of Ashford Handcrafts and Jane Patrick, author of “Time to Weave.” no 1:25:10 http://craftsanity.com Thu, 03 Aug 2006 00:33:45 -0400 craftsanity-28-80206 Debbie Stoller Debbie Stoller, the co-creator of Bust magazine and author of the Stitch 'N Bitch books, including her latest crafty publication, "Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker." Debbie Stoller, the co-creator of Bust magazine and author of the Stitch 'N Bitch books, including her latest crafty publication, "Stitch 'N Bitch Crochet: The Happy Hooker." no 52:16 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 26 Jul 2006 13:03:51 -0400 craftsanity-27-72606 Amy Karol Amy Karol has several craft Web sites, including the Angry Chicken craft weblog documenting her creative life. Amy Karol has several craft Web sites, including the Angry Chicken craft weblog documenting her creative life. no 1:20:54 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 19 Jul 2006 22:53:04 -0400 craftsanity-26-71906 Linda Permann Linda Permann is living the ultimate crafty girl's dream in the Big Apple. She's 26-year-old craft and decorating editor for Adorn magazine, the new craft SOHO publication that just hit newsstands this summer. Linda Permann is living the ultimate crafty girl's dream in the Big Apple. She's 26-year-old craft and decorating editor for Adorn magazine, the new craft SOHO publication that just hit newsstands this summer. Tune in to find out what it's like to be a craft trend-spotter who gets to bring funky and fun crafty goodness to the masses. Linda is going tell us how she landed her cool gig and how you can be published in her magazine. no 1:32:06 http://craftsanity.com Wed, 12 Jul 2006 20:30:27 -0400 craftsanity-25-71206 Heidi Kenney This week I’m going to bring you a chat with Heidi Kenney, the crafty woman behind the web-site and online shop My Paper Crane. She’s a mother and maker who creates whatever she wants out of fabric. This week I’m going to bring you a chat with Heidi Kenney, the crafty woman behind the web-site and online shop My Paper Crane. She’s a mother and maker who creates whatever she wants out of fabric. no 1:10:09 http://craftsanity.com Tue, 04 Jul 2006 12:20:00 -0400 craftsanity-24-70406 Betz White Interview with Betz White, a fashion designer, knitter and felter, who creates her products with recycled sweaters. Interview with Betz White, a fashion designer, knitter and felter, who creates her products with recycled sweaters. no 1:19:34 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 26 Jun 2006 11:47:21 -0400 craftsanity-23-62606 Gayla Trail Tune in this week to hear a chat with Gayla Trail, designer, photographer and creator of www.YouGrowGirl.com, the fantastic everything-garden website. She's a crafty girl with a green thumb growing her own in Toronto. Tune in this week to hear a chat with Gayla Trail, designer, photographer and creator of www.YouGrowGirl.com, the fantastic everything-garden website. She's a crafty girl with a green thumb growing her own in Toronto. no 1:14:49 http://craftsanity.com Tue, 20 Jun 2006 11:45:43 -0400 craftsanity-22-62006 Brenda Dayne If you knit and you own an iPod, this week's guest needs no introduction. Pour yourself some tea and grab your knitting because you’re about to hear from Brenda Dayne, producer of "Cast-On, a podcast for knitters." If you knit and you own an iPod, this week's guest needs no introduction. Pour yourself some tea and grab your knitting because you’re about to hear from Brenda Dayne, producer of "Cast-On, a podcast for knitters." no 1:31:59 http://craftsanity.com Tue, 13 Jun 2006 22:14:10 -0400 craftsanity-21-61306 Ted Anderson Ted Anderson carves beautiful walking sticks. Recently I took my little show on the road to Sparta, Michigan, where I visited his basement workshop and learned a thing or two about crafting with wood. Ted Anderson carves beautiful walking sticks. Recently I took my little show on the road to Sparta, Michigan, where I visited his basement workshop and learned a thing or two about crafting with wood. no 1:03:58 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 05 Jun 2006 20:00:57 -0400 craftsanity-20-60506 Katherine Shaughnessy This week we’ll hear the story of a fine artist living a creative life on the outskirts of Marfa, Texas. Her name is Katherine Shaughnessy, creator of the hip Wool & Hoop Crewel Embroidery Kits and author of “The New Crewel.” This week we’ll hear the story of a fine artist living a creative life on the outskirts of Marfa, Texas. Her name is Katherine Shaughnessy, creator of the hip Wool & Hoop Crewel Embroidery Kits and author of “The New Crewel.” no 1:19:50 http://craftsanity.com Tue, 30 May 2006 00:29:10 -0400 craftsanity-52906 Kathreen Ricketson From Canberra, Australia, Kathreen Ricketson has created a new crafty portal that highlights the latest and greatest in the artsy world -- whipup.net. From Canberra, Australia, Kathreen Ricketson has created a new crafty portal that highlights the latest and greatest in the artsy world -- whipup.net. no 1:16:52 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 22 May 2006 22:50:55 -0400 craftsanity-18-52206 Lindsay Obermeyer So have you heard about the Red Thread Project yet? On this episode you'll hear from Chicago fiber artist Lindsay Obermeyer, creator of the fantastic Red Thread Project, which is under way in Grand Rapids, Michigan. So have you heard about the Red Thread Project yet? On this episode you'll hear from Chicago fiber artist Lindsay Obermeyer, creator of the fantastic Red Thread Project, which is under way in Grand Rapids, Michigan. no 1:39:30 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 15 May 2006 20:04:55 -0400 craftsanity-17-51506 Alicia Paulson Alicia Paulson lives with the lasting effects of an accident, but has worked hard to craft herself a beautiful future. She shares how she became a successful crafty designer and businesswoman. Alicia Paulson lives with the lasting effects of an accident, but has worked hard to craft herself a beautiful future. She shares how she became a successful crafty designer and businesswoman. no 1:35:02 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 08 May 2006 23:32:12 -0400 craftsanity-16-50806 Leah Kramer Leah Kramer, the woman who launched Craftster in 2003 and has watched its member base grow to more than 60,000 crafty people around the globe, shares her story. Leah Kramer, the woman who launched Craftster in 2003 and has watched its member base grow to more than 60,000 crafty people around the globe, shares her story. no 1:05:23 http://craftsanity.com Tue, 02 May 2006 00:02:20 -0400 craftsanity-15-50206 Drew Emborsky Drew Emborsky crochets from morning till night, six days a week working very hard to build his reputation as a pattern designer. Drew shares the story of how he landed in Houston, Texas and began to make a name for himself as The Crochet Dude. Drew Emborsky is a shy man who loves to crochet. He loves it so much that he crochets from morning till night, six days a week working very hard to build his reputation as a pattern designer. On this episode of CraftSanity, Drew will share the story of how he landed in Houston, Texas and began to make a name for himself as The Crochet Dude. no 1:43:23 http://craftsanity.com Sat, 22 Apr 2006 11:14:02 -0400 craftsanity-14-42206 Diane Gilleland If you’ve ever considered launching your own podcast or you want to know more about what goes on behind the scenes, you’re in luck. This week CraftyPod producer Diane Gilleland and I chat about what goes into creating a crafty podcast. If you’ve ever considered launching your own podcast or you want to know more about what goes on behind the scenes, you’re in luck. This week CraftyPod producer Diane Gilleland, a.k.a. Sister Diane, and I chat about what goes into creating a crafty podcast. no 1:30:05 http://craftsanity.com Tue, 18 Apr 2006 00:38:27 -0400 craftsanity-episode-13-41806 Greg Der Ananian Greg Der Ananian is the 30-year-old proud founder of Bazaar Bizarre, a punk rock craft fair, and the author of “Bazaar Bizarre Not Your Granny’s Craft Book” featuring projects ideas from Greg and several of his crafty friends. Greg Der Ananian is the 30-year-old proud founder of Bazaar Bizarre, a punk rock craft fair that features crafty venders with talent and attitude. Greg is also the author of “Bazaar Bizarre Not Your Granny’s Craft Book” featuring projects ideas from Greg and several of his crafty friends. no 1:49:06 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 10 Apr 2006 22:59:12 -0400 craftsanity-episode-12-41006 Melanie Testa Textile designer and fiber artist Melanie Testa is going to inspire us with the story of how she crafted her way out of a bad situation. Today she’s an up and coming artist living in Norwalk, Conn. Textile designer and fiber artist Melanie Testa is going to inspire us with the story of how she crafted her way out of a bad situation. Today she’s an up and coming artist living in Norwalk, Conn. Her freezer paper resist project is featured in the spring issue of Quilting Arts magazine. no 1:17:58 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 03 Apr 2006 02:07:50 -0400 craftsanity-episode-11-40306 Leigh Radford Leigh Radford didn’t set out to be a knitwear designer. It wasn't until a layoff from a graphic design job that she found her bliss and realized she could make a living off of her knitting and design experience. Leigh Radford didn’t set out to be a knitwear designer. She's been knitting since age 13, but it wasn't until a layoff from a graphic design job that she found her bliss and realized she could make a living off of her knitting by coupling the crafty skills she had learned as a child with her professional design experience. Instead of pounding the pavement in search of another 9-to-5 gig, she got a part-time job at a yarn shop and soon discovered her fabulous talent for creative pattern design. Now, at age 45, Leigh lives in Portland, Oregon, where she happily creates wonderful knitting patterns and enjoys success as a knitting book author. no 1:17:32 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 27 Mar 2006 03:18:29 -0500 craftsanity-episode-10-32706 AKrylik and PolyCotN of Knitta AKrylik and PolyCotN are the founders of Knitta, a 10-member crew of yarn and needle-toting graffiti artists who are tagging the streets of Houston, Texas with vibrant knitted art. AKrylik and PolyCotN are the founders of Knitta, a 10-member crew of yarn and needle-toting graffiti artists who are tagging the streets of Houston, Texas with vibrant knitted art. no 1:01:48 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 20 Mar 2006 03:32:04 -0500 craftsanity-episode-9-32006 Denyse Schmidt Denyse Schmidt, of Bridgeport, Conn., learned to sew as a child, but she didn’t set out to revolutionize the world of quilting. That just the way it worked out. Denyse Schmidt, of Bridgeport, Conn., learned to sew as a child, but she didn’t set out to revolutionize the world of quilting. That just the way it worked out. no 1:06:07 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 13 Mar 2006 02:50:53 -0500 craftsanity-episode-8-31306 Claire Garland Thanks to Claire Garland we all can knit a super cute alternative to the mass produced, virtually unattainable stereotype of the female form. It’s time to meet a hip new crew of spectacular “Knitted Babes.” Thanks to Claire Garland we all can knit a super cute alternative to the mass produced, virtually unattainable stereotype of the female form. It’s time to meet a hip new crew of spectacular “Knitted Babes.” no 53:17 http://craftsanity.com Mon, 06 Mar 2006 22:46:11 -0500 craftsanity-episode-7-30706 Kathy Cano Murillo aka the Crafty Chic This week we’re going to sample Kathy Cano Murillo’s glittery world. She’s the Crafty Chica and she’s crafting everywhere these days. This week we’re going to sample Kathy Cano Murillo’s glittery world. She’s the Crafty Chica and she’s crafting everywhere these days. This 41-year-old working mother writes a nationally syndicated craft column for The Arizona Republic, designs and sells latino artwork from her home studio, and just came out with a new book called “Crafty Chica’s Art de la Soul, Glittery Ideas to Liven Up Your Life.” no 1:02:07 http://craftsanity.blip.tv/file/get/Craftsanity-CraftSanityEpisode622806WithDeirdreFlint822.mp3 Tue, 28 Feb 2006 02:18:10 -0500 craftsantity-episode-6-22806 Deirdre Flint Take a walk on the wild and musical side with comedic folk singer Deirdre Flint, 38, of Phillidelphia, PA. She’s the creative woman who wrote the “The Boob Fairy” song that I played at the end of last week’s podcast. Take a walk on the wild and musical side with comedic folk singer Deirdre Flint, 38, of Phillidelphia, PA. She’s the creative woman who wrote the “The Boob Fairy” song that I played at the end of last week’s podcast. Besides her solo work, she tours as the bass player for The Four Bitchin’ Babes and likes to do crafts. Tune in to this episode of CraftSanity to hear the story of how she got her start as a musician and hear her sage advice for the rest of us creative types who hope to someday find the courage to live an equally artistic life. no 1:18:07 http://craftsanity.blip.tv/file/get/Craftsanity-CraftSanityEpisode5122006WithVioletteClark156.mp3 Mon, 20 Feb 2006 01:31:56 -0500 http://craftsanity.blip.tv/file/get/Craftsanity-CraftSanityEpisode5122006WithVioletteClark156.mp3 Violette Clark Fasten Your Craft Fairy Wings and tune in for an interview with one of the freest spirits on the planet. Her name is Violette Clark. She’s an illustrator and folk artist who isn’t afraid to stand out. This fixes an earlier version of episode 5. Craftsanity is a place to escape the daily grind and renew your creative spirit through interviews with artists. 

Fasten Your Craft Fairy Wings and tune in for an interview with one of the freest spirits on the planet. Her name is Violette Clark and she is an extremely brave woman. She’s an illustrator and folk artist who isn’t afraid to stand out. She lives in British Columbia, Canada in the purple house she named the “Magic Cottage” and travels about in the “Glitter Girl” van, a ride she pimped out with a wild paint job and inspirational sayings. 

Check out more at craftsanity.com no 1:13:15 http://craftsanity.blip.tv/file/get/Craftsanity-CraftSanityEpisode320606WithReneRigdonAndZabetStewart206.mp3 Craftsanity is a place to escape the daily grind and renew your creative spirit through interviews with artists. Renée Rigdon and Zabet Stewart aren't ashamed of their anger. They're so comfortable with it, in fact, that they made it their inspiration for The Anti Craft, their online craft zine where they celebrate the darker side of crafting. You won't find any foo-foo patterns or girlie, girlie designs on their site. What you will find an assortment of cool craft patterns to channel your rage against whatever is that ticks you off. ]]> Mon, 13 Feb 2006 02:31:56 -0500 http://craftsanity.blip.tv/file/get/Craftsanity-CraftSanityEpisode320606WithReneRigdonAndZabetStewart206.mp3 Renée Rigdon and Zabet Stewart Renée Rigdon and Zabet Stewart aren't ashamed of their anger. They're so comfortable with it, in fact, that they made it their inspiration for The Anti Craft, their online craft zine where they celebrate the darker side of crafting. Craftsanity is a place to escape the daily grind and renew your creative spirit through interviews with artists. 

Renée Rigdon and Zabet Stewart aren't ashamed of their anger. They're so comfortable with it, in fact, that they made it their inspiration for The Anti Craft, their online craft zine where they celebrate the darker side of crafting. You won't find any foo-foo patterns or girlie, girlie designs on their site. What you will find an assortment of cool craft patterns to channel your rage against whatever is that ticks you off. 

Check out more at craftsanity.com no 46:58 http://craftsanity.blip.tv/file/get/Craftsanity-CraftSanityEpisode320606WithJohnMurphy996.mp3 Craftsanity is a place to escape the daily grind and renew your creative spirit through interviews with artists. Today's episode features John Murphy, the artist, illustrator, comic author and sock collector who makes creatures out of socks. You can, too, with his book, "Stupid Sock Creatures." ]]> Mon, 06 Feb 2006 09:31:56 -0500 http://craftsanity.blip.tv/file/get/Craftsanity-CraftSanityEpisode320606WithJohnMurphy996.mp3 John Murphy Today's episode features John Murphy, the artist, illustrator, comic author and sock collector who makes creatures out of socks. You can, too, with his book, "Stupid Sock Creatures." Craftsanity is a place to escape the daily grind and renew your creative spirit through interviews with artists. 

Today's episode features John Murphy, the artist, illustrator, comic author and sock collector who makes creatures out of socks. You can, too, with his book, "Stupid Sock Creatures." 

Check out more at craftsanity.com no 1:07:11 http://craftsanity.blip.tv/file/get/Craftsanity-CraftSanityEpisode213006WithJefferyYamaguchi697.mp3 Craftsanity is a place to escape the daily grind and renew your creative spirit through interviews with artists. Today's episode features Jeffrey Yamaguchi, a 35-year-old writer, website publisher and author of the inspiring book, "52 Projects: Random Acts of Everyday Creativity." ]]> Mon, 30 Jan 2006 21:25:22 -0500 http://craftsanity.blip.tv/file/get/Craftsanity-CraftSanityEpisode213006WithJefferyYamaguchi697.mp3 Jeffrey Yamaguchi Today's episode features Jeffrey Yamaguchi, a 35-year-old writer, website publisher and author of the inspiring book, "52 Projects: Random Acts of Everyday Creativity." Craftsanity is a place to escape the daily grind and renew your creative spirit through interviews with artists. 

Today's episode features Jeffrey Yamaguchi, a 35-year-old writer, website publisher and author of the inspiring book, "52 Projects: Random Acts of Everyday Creativity." 

Check out more at craftsanity.com no 1:00:54 http://blip.tv/file/get/Craftsanity-CraftSanity1ReginaRiouxGonzalez982.mp3 Craftsanity is a place to escape the daily grind and renew your creative spirit through interviews with artists. Today's episode features Regina Rioux Gonzalez, aka Lady Linoleum. Check out more a]]> Mon, 23 Jan 2006 18:01:07 -0400 http://craftsanity.blip.tv/file/get/Craftsanity-Episode1131.mp3 Regina Rioux Gonzalez Today's episode features Regina Rioux Gonzalez, aka Lady Linoleum. 

Check out more a Craftsanity is a place to escape the daily grind and renew your creative spirit through interviews with artists. 

Today's episode features Regina Rioux Gonzalez, aka Lady Linoleum. 

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