Making a Mark: Elizabeth Conrad Hickox’s Baskets
An early 20th century mother-daughter team figured out their own recipe for success, creating a brand of baskets still coveted today.
The Art of Scent
A new exhibit at New York’s Museum of Art and Design asks: can a smell be a work of art?
Beatrix Potter’s Extraordinary Career
Beyond the adorable mice and fuzzy bunnies, Beatrix Potter was a trailblazer who forged her own path as an artist and businesswoman.
Holiday Greeting Cards Through the Decades
With every passing decade, this annual tradition reflects historical milestones and cultural trends in art and society.
Making A Difference With Reclaim Detroit
By salvaging materials from deconstructed homes, this organization is creating a whole new economy while renewing city-wide spirit.
A New Breed of Embroidery Art
The unique approach of London-based artist Karen Nicol will change what you thought was possible with a needle and thread.
The Illuminating Art of Tinsel Painting
Within the gas lamp-lit homes of the 19th century, a mysterious artform shimmers with clues about the history of women and domesticity.
Reporting From Maker Faire Africa
Makeshift Magazine founder Steve Daniels gives a firsthand account of the unique maker spirit and ingenuity found in Lagos, Nigeria.
Handing Down the Family Dishes
Does the tradition of inheriting your grandmother’s china still make sense in your modern-day life?
A Visit to Philip Johnson’s Glass House
Buried in the Connecticut woods, the 49-acre legacy of Philip Johnson is a tribute to the public discourse of art and design.
Making A Case for Handmade Halloween Costumes
Lately, it seems like the most DIY of holidays is losing its edge. When you don a disguise this year, will it be your own creation?
The Problem With Folk Art
Museums that champion the work of self-taught artists are struggling. So why is this field of study such an easy target?
Waste Not: The Art of Inventive Repair
The creative ways our ancestors repaired their most precious possessions is an astonishing, valuable lesson in learning how to make do.
Valuing Your Unrealized Work
There’s much to be gained from failed attempts. So dig that crumpled up ball of paper out of the trash can and pin it on the wall!
40 Under 40: Defining the Future of Craft
A new exhibition at the Renwick Gallery showcases artists who are redefining the meaning of craft.
