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Traverse City artist Andrew Rockwood makes a splash on the Day 1 of ArtPrize 8 with his Trout Bike entry

by jennifer September 22, 2016September 22, 2016

by jennifer September 22, 2016September 22, 2016

By Jennifer Ackerman-Haywood About a half hour after Artprize 2016 kicked off Wednesday in Grand Rapids, Michigan, there were sightings downtown of a…
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Stacie Tamaki’s tiny origami installation makes a big impression at ArtPrize 2016

by jennifer September 21, 2016September 22, 2016

by jennifer September 21, 2016September 22, 2016

By Jennifer Ackerman-Haywood While many artists like to go big with their ArtPrize entries, Stacie Tamaki strives to work as small as possible.…
Grand Rapids On Exhibit
Art Downtown: Let’s Go to Grand Rapids Friday Night (April 15)

by jennifer April 14, 2011April 15, 2011

by jennifer April 14, 2011April 15, 2011

Friday night I’m headed to Grand Rapids with my daughters for an evening of art appreciation. From 6 to 11 p.m. 28 downtown…
On Exhibit Quilting Sewing
Thornapple River Rippers Quilt Guild Show This Weekend In Hastings, Michigan

by jennifer March 12, 2011

by jennifer March 12, 2011

If you love quilts and you’re looking for something to do this weekend, go check out the Thornapple River Ripper Quilting Guild Show…
Grand Rapids On Exhibit Printmaking
Way Late To The Party, But Still Loved The Show: New Collection From The Pinafore Print Collective Is A Hit With This Sewing Machine-Revving, Apron Lover

by jennifer July 22, 2009July 22, 2009

by jennifer July 22, 2009July 22, 2009

It took me weeks, but I finally made it to The Sparrows, a lovely little “coffee, tea, newsstand” here in Grand Rapids, Mich.…

2 days ago by craftsanity I love weaving tiny. : ) It’s a great way to do quick color studies that can double as wearable art. I like weaving big, too. I may have hit a massive sale today and loaded up on some soft and fabulous yarn to warp up my large rug and blanket looms. I’ve made a lot of looms in my day, but weaving will always be my favorite part: ) #weave #weaving #smallart #wearableloom #mini #miniweaving #weaversofinstagram #tinyloom #fiberart #weaver #CraftSanity #showprep #craftsanitylooms #tinyart #handwoven #weavingnerd #michiganfiberfestival #handmadeinmichigan
1 day ago by craftsanity Today’s workout is not as fun as boxing, but I gotta get this dirty work done before the Michigan Fiber Festival. Let’s go! #craftsanitylooms #makingit #handmadeinmichigan #weave #loombuilding #fiberart #weaving #weaver #woodworking #myreality #ididnttakewoodshop #sanding #idratherbeweaving
1 day ago by craftsanity And the sample weaving continues... #craftsanitylooms #weaver #weaving #weave #looms #loom #weaversofinstagram #handmadeinmichigan #art #weavingtools #fiberart #cowlweaving #fiberfest #michiganfiberfestival
12 hours ago by craftsanity Today is a very special day for this suburban farmer. My first cotton plant bloomed. I noticed this when I was sitting on the deck hand sanding and finishing weaving looms for my Michigan Fiber Festival booth. Sanding is for the birds, but I’m absolutely delighted by nature. : ) #cottonfromseed #cotton #cottonplant #cottonbloom #redwhiteorganiccotton #bloom #garden #farmdreams #cottonflower
6 hours ago by craftsanity I’m setting up my booth at the Michigan Fiber Festival in a couple days. In the meantime there are looms all over my house. I’m going to get real here for a second. I’m really tired of literally living with my business and will be deciding soon what’s next. Do I ramp up and get a proper studio, maybe with a couple inspiring and kind kindred spirits? Or, do I wind down and try something new? My loom business is growing (A special thanks to my kind and supportive customers!) and that’s awesome, but my first priority is reclaiming my