Some of the paper flowers created by Marianne Eriksen Scott-Hansen are as large as five feet across.
Category: Handicrafts
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Balloon Art You Won’t Find at a Children’s Birthday Party
DJ Morrow’s creations, inspired by his own emotional life, can disturb as much as they delight.
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In Sardinia, a Showcase for Craft and Culture Rises From Ruins
A couple restored an abandoned farmstead as a rural haven where curious visitors can immerse themselves in the treasures of the island.
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9 Products for Your Home, With a Sense of Style
A sampling of recent home goods from veteran craftspeople.
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Joann Customers React to Store Closings and Bankruptcy
For quilters, knitters and crafters, Joann, which expects to close more than half of its stores after filing for bankruptcy, has been a one-stop shop — and more.
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Four Emerging Designers to Put on Your Radar This Season
These rising stars are creating fresh silhouettes out of classic materials.
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Which Says Luxury: Specialty Work or Gobs of Gems?
Brands still pile on the glitter, but skills such as enamel and miniature work have become the real distinguishing characteristics of high-end watches.
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How to Make a D.I.Y. Menorah
Creating your own candleholder can be a fun way to teach kids about the holiday — and to spread a bit of festive light.
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How to Make a Menorah
Creating your own candleholder can be a fun way to teach kids about the holiday — and to spread a bit of festive light.
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Artisans Get an Unusual Mentor in Hermès
The French luxury house has partnered with Nest, an organization that tries to help craftspeople expand their businesses.
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Beaded Patterns That Help Tell the Story of a Culture
In Singapore, women in the Peranakan community have revived the art of creating figures and geometric designs on their slippers.
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In Japan, a Fan Is Part of Everyday Life
Ninety percent of paddle-style fans, called uchiwa, are made in the island city of Marugame.