Archive - Craftsmanship

Freshly Unlocked: Reviving the Craft of Plant-Based Photo Developing

For Beatrice Thornton, an artist, photographer, and archivist based in Oakland, CA, nature is more than a muse: It's also the source of the sustainable…

Aug 11

Now Streaming Free: "Tear Out Your Lawn," with Dr. Doug Tallamy

An entomologist asks you to adopt a bug's eye view of your own backyard—and then tear out your lawn.

Aug 1

July 2025

Calligraphy’s Hurdles

Picking up a longtime hobby, our publisher tries out some new calligraphy tools and techniques, only to find that mastering graceful script is…

Jul 25

All Buttoned Up: Beau McCall’s West Coast Debut

Nearly four decades of art, millions of buttons: Don’t miss Beau McCall’s dazzling retrospective at San Francisco’s Museum of Craft and Design, on view…

Jul 23

Porcelain Handbags? A Tale of Two Cultures and One Bold Career Leap

Anne Loquineau left a traditional career path to follow her passion. Now she crafts sculptural (and surprisingly sturdy) porcelain bags that highlight…

Jul 18

Now Streaming Free: "Taking Bamboo to New Heights," with Jonas Hauptman

Renewable, carbon-saving bamboo is a common raw material in home goods, clothing, and more. But this inventor is trying to take bamboo to new heights—in…

Jul 11

Now Streaming Free: "The New Didgeridoo," with Andy Graham

A musician and inventor of instruments shares how tinkering, metalwork, and a love of sound led to his one-of-a-kind musical journey.

Jul 4

Support Refugee Craftsmanship with Nest

Nest is a nonprofit that helps refugee artisans preserve their craft traditions, support their families, and rebuild their lives. Learn more about…

Jul 2

June 2025

What Science Says About Craft, Creativity, and Mental Health

For nearly 30 years, woodworking has provided Miles Boudreaux with purpose, connection, and a creative "fix." Now, science is catching up to what he’s…

Jun 27

Murano Glass: 700 Years of Artistry, Backed by a 21st-Century Guarantee

In an era where imitation is all too easy, this Italian glassmaker guarantees authentic, handcrafted Murano glass—forged in a Venice workshop, verified…

Jun 25

Calligraphy's Magicians

Inside the quiet world of calligraphy, a robust subculture keeps the ancient craft alive by continuously evolving, blending tradition with innovation in…

Jun 20

"Humility, Hustle, and Building a Craft Business," with Rebecca van Bergen

The founder of Nest talks about her passion for supporting craft-based businesses, what it takes for artisans to succeed—and why their success matters…

Jun 13

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