Resource Roundup #6

First, an interesting library resource, courtesy of Emily-Jane at Portland’s fab Central Library. The How To Do It Index is a giant catalog of how-to articles from magazines, ranging from 1963 – 1999. You can browse it online, find articles, and then head to your local library’s periodicals section (or microfilm). It’s a pretty amazing range of DIY – crafts to cooking to building to electronics… and way more.

(You may find the online index a little challenging to navigate – try reading these helpful hints on Emily-Jane’s blog.)

If you enjoyed Margit’s printable box templates, you might also enjoy her new blog, where she’s posting gorgeous images of her woven hearts. My mom and I can’t wait to try some of these ideas.

In case you haven’t received the joyous news, Spoonflower is officially out of beta and open to all! Just in time to get your own custom fabric printed up for holiday projects!

Locals, if you need something to do on Tuesday before election returns start coming in, come by the Museum of Contemporary Craft at noon. There’s a discussion of DIY and the Resurgence of Craft. I’ll be participating, along with Susan and Cathy and others. Love to see you there!

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Hanna

October 31, 2008 at 3:39 pm · Reply

Happy Birthday Diane, I hope you’re having a beautful day!

October 31, 2008 at 8:39 am · Reply

Sanji

October 31, 2008 at 4:30 pm · Reply

Happy Birthday!! Have a great day!

October 31, 2008 at 9:30 am · Reply

Rachel

October 31, 2008 at 5:58 pm · Reply

Oh, great links, thanks! And have a FANTASTIC BIRTHDAY!

October 31, 2008 at 10:58 am · Reply

digibudi

October 31, 2008 at 6:03 pm · Reply

I LOVE Spoonflower!!!! After your podcast I’ve been quite curious about the how’s and who’s of custom printed fabric.. But their site is so easy to use, I can’t wait to place an order soon! thnx for sharing! xoxo

October 31, 2008 at 11:03 am · Reply