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Posts Tagged ‘crafts’

“Swap Mama” sews new life into old clothes

By Maria Sestito | December 4, 2018

Bay Area Swap-O-Rama-Rama teaches people how to repurpose their used clothing through sewing in order to make clothes last longer and keep them out of landfills.

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Berkeley and Oakland Public Libraries host a book-themed diorama competition for adults

By Briana Flin | September 23, 2016 | 7

Oakland and Berkeley Public Libraries co-hosted Dioram-Off, a book-themed diorama competition, at Actual Cafe in North Oakland on Wednesday.

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Fiery arts, crafts and steampunk Santa at The Crucible

By Kate McLean | December 12, 2010

Oakland forge and glassworks The Crucible opened their 56,000 square foot studio to a craft fair this weekend, featuring blacksmithing demonstrations, glass blowers and 70 artists.

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