A great way to explain some of the aspects that I am looking at in my research is by looking at the game Little Big Planet on the Playstation 3. The game allows you to create your own levels and upload them to a wider community, not to mention all of the lovely craft references too. Some of the things that it stands for has been incredibly influential to me, such as making your own culture and was even one of the reasons why I wanted to learn to knit. You can also download a pattern to knit your own sack boy if you wanted to make one yourself.
Saturday, 10 September 2011
Friday, 9 September 2011
DIY: The Rise of Lo-Fi Culture
"If you can't find the cultural experience you are looking for, simply create your own alternative" (Spencer, 2008)
Thursday, 8 September 2011
Summary of St. Andrews Craft Fair
I had such a nice time meeting all of these new people and hanging out at the fair, I know it sounds like a silly thing to say but I felt like a real researcher and felt that real sense of community that I've been writing about. When I told a few people that I managed to get seven amazing interviews in one day some looked doubtful, but I know that I got some real quality interviews and I'm glad I did it. I'm hoping to hit some more craft fairs over the next coming months and even if I get half of the amazing interviews I got from doing this then I will be very lucky indeed.
Special thanks to Faye Scott Farrington for organising the fair and letting me bug her table holders, well done for doing such a good job. I really hope she does it again sometime soon.
I found these cute fountain pen tiles hidden around the side of the building, reminds me to get writing.
Special thanks to Faye Scott Farrington for organising the fair and letting me bug her table holders, well done for doing such a good job. I really hope she does it again sometime soon.
Interview with Nicola Rowland
The last of my interviews from St Andrews Court Craft Fair was Nicola Rowlands, who is a designer and illustrator. I didn't initially go over to Nicola's table to ask for an interview, I went over because I was drawn to her unique products and quirky designs. I was under strict instructions from my boyfriend that I wasn't allowed to buy anything but I was tickled by this mirror so couldn't resist getting it.
Nicola's interview was the perfect end to the day, her work completely represents the new craft movement which attracted me to my research topic. Her work is cute, fun and original, and if you want to see more then you should definitely visit her website: www.nicolarowlands.com
Nicola also has an etsy shop and you can use this code: COOLFORCATS to get 10% off your purchase!
'Catula Mirror'
Nicola also has an etsy shop and you can use this code: COOLFORCATS to get 10% off your purchase!
Monday, 5 September 2011
Interview with Paul Capewell and Lisa Made Me
Although I interviewed both of these sellers separately, they were sharing a table so I thought it fitting that they share a blog post too.
The first of the pair of interviewees was Paul Capewell, who is a photographer based in Manchester and was selling some of his wonderful prints; sharing the table was his girlfriend Lisa Abrams who runs Lisa Made Me, who specialises in lovely handmade cushions and bags from vintage fabrics. Despite being fairly new to craft fairs both interviewees had very well formed opinions and ideas within their interviews and although Paul and Lisa shared a table they both had their own unique voices and thoughts on the subject. I very much enjoyed meeting both of them and wish them the best of luck in their pursuits.
If you would like to find out further about Paul Capewell's work then you can visit his website: www.paulcapewell.com
If you would like to have a look at some of Lisa's creations then you can visit her folksy store.
The first of the pair of interviewees was Paul Capewell, who is a photographer based in Manchester and was selling some of his wonderful prints; sharing the table was his girlfriend Lisa Abrams who runs Lisa Made Me, who specialises in lovely handmade cushions and bags from vintage fabrics. Despite being fairly new to craft fairs both interviewees had very well formed opinions and ideas within their interviews and although Paul and Lisa shared a table they both had their own unique voices and thoughts on the subject. I very much enjoyed meeting both of them and wish them the best of luck in their pursuits.
If you would like to find out further about Paul Capewell's work then you can visit his website: www.paulcapewell.com
If you would like to have a look at some of Lisa's creations then you can visit her folksy store.
Friday, 2 September 2011
Interview with Love Umbrellas
My next interview of the day was with with Klair Lee from Love Umbrellas. She specializes in customized umbrellas and parasols for any occasion including weddings, everyday use and specialist costumes. What I particularly liked about Love Umbrellas is how they reinvent a seemingly mundane item into something very beautiful, I like how this opens the potential to appreciate special items when things have become increasingly more disposable.
I found Klair to be very professional and she gave me some excellent new perspectives within her interview. Love Umbrella's products demonstrate the real increase that is happening of niche markets and demand for bespoke items. I wish them the best of luck in their growing business.
If you would like to purchase or inquire about any of Love Umbrella's products then you can contact them through their website.
I found Klair to be very professional and she gave me some excellent new perspectives within her interview. Love Umbrella's products demonstrate the real increase that is happening of niche markets and demand for bespoke items. I wish them the best of luck in their growing business.
If you would like to purchase or inquire about any of Love Umbrella's products then you can contact them through their website.
Thursday, 1 September 2011
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