A country blacksmith rediscovers an ancient sword making technique that has eluded the world’s greatest metal scientists for centuries.
Al Pendray: The Wootz Hunter
- Guitar players, music lovers, and collectors know that some of the world’s best handmade guitars come from Paracho, the little town featured in “Mexico’s Master Guitar Makers": https://t.co/dYOC7DszXg
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Gift Guide: https://t.co/6QFWtd8ybL https://t.co/61UOn7vcZ2 - "The Chinese Roots of Italy’s Far-Right Rage": A great article in the Business section of Sunday’s @nytimes (12/8) about how China stole — and then cheapened — Italy’s artisan traditions: https://t.co/Tn1jOU1eYd https://t.co/NXQswlr4rC
Craftsmanship Quarterly - We'll be taking a short holiday hiatus from publishing until January. Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter so you'll know when we're back with our Winter 2020 issue on the theme of "Craft & Sustainability": https://t.co/SBURM7WnRV https://t.co/im30nh6h9u
Craftsmanship Quarterly - Don't forget to join @TheCrucible for their craft show, GIFTY, in Oakland this weekend! Find handmade gifts for the holidays, carefully crafted by local artists, makers, and Crucible faculty.
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Event Info: https://t.co/ny15xY7L0Q https://t.co/mUFLd9COY5 - And that's a wrap! Our Fall issue is now complete, with two in-depth features and four blog articles that explore the intersection of craft, community, and local economies from different viewpoints. It's all available online for free (and ad-free): https://t.co/3wawuaWiIb...
Craftsmanship Quarterly - Congratulations to Harry Moser of @ReshoreNow! Mr. Moser discussed the reshoring movement with our publisher and EIC, Todd Oppenheimer, last month in our story, "How Does America Reshore Skills that Have Disappeared?".
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https://t.co/JjRvJFuI2B https://t.co/ReogFrJIVQ - Our partners at @craftcouncil are having their annual Craft Bash! This is a free festive event at Parallel Café + Events in Minneapolis where you can browse the work of more than 70 Minnesota makers and pick out gifts packed...
Craftsmanship Quarterly - In 2019, we published 15 new features, 10 new mini-documentaries, and 9 new audio stories. Each one represents a unique vision of craftsmanship. On @GivingTuesday, please consider a donation to help fund this work, which is free for all to...
Craftsmanship Quarterly - Our podcast series was launched in partnership with San Francisco’s (A.C.T.) and several of its MFA students — whom we both mentored and paid for their work. On @GivingTuesday, please consider a donation to help fund this important work. https://t.co/kcfLtrYTqZ...
Craftsmanship Quarterly - This year, we released 10 mini-documentaries, highlighting the work of small, independent filmmakers and unique craftspeople. On @GivingTuesday, please consider a donation to help fund this work, which is free for all to access online. https://t.co/kcfLtrYTqZ #GivingTuesday https://t.co/SgJtxZaetx
Craftsmanship Quarterly - We're happy to have this story shared by @TheWeek — nice work by writer Larry Gallagher and photographer Ruth Carden. @Napiobairi @failte_ireland @TourismIreland @IrishArtsCenter @IrishBayCulture @culture_ireland @ChicagoGaelic @MusicFrmIreland
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@IrishTimes @UNESCO https://t.co/lYFwc7y3jW - Looking for for the perfect, handcrafted gift — or maybe a workshop, or some other unique experience to give to your favorite unique people? Find handmade, sustainable gift choices that support makers and build local economies in our new 2019...
Craftsmanship Quarterly - We've covered sustainable fashion and fibers from a few different angles here at Craftsmanship. Here, @wapo Fashion critic @RobinGivhan asks what sustainable fashion actually means: https://t.co/0sejU2CWkA
Craftsmanship Quarterly - As #honeybee populations decline in the US, Greece continues to produce some of the world’s finest honey. What’s the secret? And why can’t wealthier nations keep up? @robwaters001 traveled to some far-flung locations to find out for our latest feature:...
Craftsmanship Quarterly - This Thursday, 11.21! "Worker Voices" @NewAmerica https://t.co/GJFhTiVf1W via @MollyKinder
Craftsmanship Quarterly - Are Greek honeybees healthier and happier than those in the U.S.? Coming this Friday, journalist @robwaters001 takes us to Greece to explore what makes Greek honey some of the world's best. Subscribe to our free weekly newsletter so you don't...
Craftsmanship Quarterly - Many people fall in love with bonsai trees, but how many would bet more than $400k on them? Oregon'sl @bonsai_mirai did just that, literally betting the farm that he could create a uniquely American form of this ancient Japanese art....
Craftsmanship Quarterly - Learn more about making "farm-to-closet" clothing a reality at @Fibershed's free Symposium Marketplace, this Saturday in Pt. Reyes Station! #2019WoolSymposium https://t.co/JmUlTNT6wg
Craftsmanship Quarterly - As overseas manufacturing costs continue to rise, some U.S. industries are bringing their businesses back home. CQ's publisher @ToddOp discusses the reshoring movement with @harrymoser in, "How Does America Reshore Skills that Have Disappeared?" https://t.co/sKmp2eeym3 https://t.co/kr4cQJZIV7
Craftsmanship Quarterly - Coming up Nov. 7: Maikel Kuijpers - Why Skill Matters: From Bronze Age Metalworking to the Future of Crafts (at Columbia University)
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https://t.co/vzh1Fzo9Lw - In honor of Dia de los Muertos (Day of the Dead), this week's blog post takes us to Mexico City for a glimpse into the making and presentation of a beloved local craft: alebrijes. Leigh Thelmadatter brings us the story...
Craftsmanship Quarterly - Most of us are familiar with Scotland's famous Great Highland bagpipes, but did you know that Ireland also has a long tradition of musical pipe-making? Our new feature on Ireland's uilleann pipes (and pipe-makers) is one to sit down and...
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