DIY (Do -It-Yourself) !!

Who says crafts are for kids & little old ladies? Researching on the web, I've noticed that there are trendy, hip & funky crafters out there with lively, cute interesting designs.

The craft techniques may be 'old world ' eg. crocheting, quilting, applique,.. but given a modern twist -- such vibrant colours... many are fashion based ... I suspect they are either fashion designers or graphic designers ...

eg. http://www.flickr.com/photos/rikrak/favorites/

Teens craft mags : http://www.adornmag.com/
Valentine DIY projects : http://www.craftbits.com/viewProject.do?projectID=2004

Fashion DIY projects :
Fire skirt !
Wear your own special effects! Learn a glow-in-the-dark clothing technique that mimics the look of fire, using electroluminescent (EL) wire and a combination of reflective and transparent fabrics

http://www.instructables.com/id/Fire-Skirt!/


Shoulder bag http://tinyhappy.typepad.com/tiny_happy/2006/06/shoulder_bag_tu.htmltml

Video DIY projects
http://www.dailymotion.com/video/x3fr89_thread-heads-hats_school

CRAFT LIVES !!

Here's a list of awesome craft & art blogs you should check out!

http://craftgossip.com/about-craftgossip/
"CraftGossip is all the latest news from real craft people telling you about the real stuff. We scour the net looking for the best craft ideas and projects and review them for you. We have divided this blog into many sub-blogs, covering topics ranging from knitting, crochet, bath and body, candle making, jewelry making, scrapbooking, sewing crafts, paper crafts, recycled crafts, kids crafts, needlework, painting, edible crafts, indie crafts and felting. Each of these sub-blogs are managed by their own dedicated editor, so you know that you are getting personalized attention."

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http://sarastexturecrafts.blogspot.com/

Craft scene in London.

"Fashion and Textile Designer behind Sara's Texture Crafts - The home of handcrafted gifts, crafty kits and equipment. "
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http://indiefindsonetsy.blogspot.com/

Blog about Independent artists & crafters
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http://iloveindie.blogspot.com/

"There are so many Indie Designer blogs, but sometimes you just wanna SHARE all the cool things that you've found and that you love. That's why I wanted to start this Indie Love blog. To showcase the beautiful items that people create! I am a jewelry designer myself and I am also a self recognized shopaholic. So, I feel it is my obligation to share with others my finds and funs...I hope you enjoy them too!"

http://indielove.biz/

"A place for Indie Shopaholics"
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http://indieprettyperfect.blogspot.com/

"Indie/Pretty/Perfect interviews independent artists from around the world, looking at their lives, inspirations and creations. {Mostly women, but sometimes men too – if they're tough enough not to mind the "pretty"...
-- A peek inside the minds behind amazing art and fabulous finds"
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