A couple weeks back when I thought my column writing days were numbered, I had a bit of a panic because I came…
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Grand Rapids Press Art & Craft Column
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Grand RapidsKnittingReupholstery
A knitting love story & a behind-the-scenes look at my upholstery adventure
by jenniferby jenniferI’ve been very busy writing loads of stories for my newpaper. Here’s a look at today’s crafty offerings that might be of interest.…
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Craft ColumnsGrand RapidsJewelry
West Michigan Jewelry Artist Combines Aluminum and Resin to Create Reversible Bling
by jenniferby jenniferI’m a reformed gamer, but when I met jewelry artist Sarah Martin at an art show in 2007 my childhood obsession with 1980s…
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CPSIACraft ColumnsGrand RapidsMade in USA
West Michigan sounds off about the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act
by jenniferby jenniferLike so many other makers and fans of the handmade movement, I’m very disappointed that lawmakers passed the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act…
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Craft ColumnsKnittingVideoswool
Cranking Out Wool Socks: A Column & Video About Antique Sock Machines
by jenniferby jenniferToday my Grand Rapids Press art & craft column is about Mike Bronkema, a fire-fighting farmer who cranks out cozy socks on one…
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Craft ColumnsFiber ArtQuiltingTutorials
A Celebration of Quilts and Their Makers
by jenniferby jenniferLast weekend I had the pleasure of meeting Elizabeth Clark, the fascinating Grand Haven, Mich. quilter I profiled in today’s art and column.…