Stories of Makers, the Things They Create & Where To Find Them
Artisan Joy is a nonprofit magazine for readers who value handmade goods, craftsmanship & creativity.
How a Bookbinding Class Led Ilira Steinman to a 35-Year Craft
A bookbinding class in Italy sparked a 35-year craft. Ilira Steinman shares how Rag & Bone Bindery makes heirloom albums and journals in Pawtucket, RI.
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How Khushbu Empowers Women Artisans in New Delhi
Inside Zamrudpur, a block-printing workshop helps migrant women earn fair wages, build skills and create new futures for their families. Read more.
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The Crafters Who Finish What Loved Ones Couldn’t | Artisan Joy
When a crafter passes away mid-project, Loose Ends matches grieving families with volunteer finishers who complete what their loved ones couldn’t.
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Meet Adella Colvin: Yarn Dyer, Activist, Founder of LolaBean Yarn Co.
She walked into a yarn shop and was turned away. Adella Colvin turned that moment into LolaBean Yarn Co. Read her story in Artisan Joy.
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The Art of Pivoting: Meet Embroidery Artist Melissa Galbraith
Melissa Galbraith is the innovative force behind MCreativeJ. With a focus on nature-inspired hand embroidery, Melissa’s creative journey was nurtured from a young age, crafting with her mother. As an adult, she rediscovered this passion, shifting from personal projects to educating others through workshops and DIY kits. Read more about
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