August/September 2014
Featured Articles
Art + Science
Erik and Martin Demaine apply mathematical rigor to uncommon origami.
Breaking the Surface
An eye for new perspectives has propelled Mary Giles throughout her career.
The Slow Way
Five fashion designers make patience a virtue.
Man of the World
Stephen Burks works directly with artisans around the globe to create unique, high-end goods.
In This Issue
Coming Home to Clay
Alex Matisse thought he’d left pottery behind, but his longtime passion had other ideas.
Fashion, Forward
Supporting small-scale designers and artisans at Of a Kind...
Fresh Perspectives
Three books focused on makers, including a monograph on Edmund de Waal.
Golden Age
Seven artists explore the allure of gold, gilt, and other glamorous surfaces.
Head to Toe
A roundup of handmade accessories...
Heavy Duty
Libby Lane's built-to-last leather bags.
Means of Production
Manufacture New York aims to restore the city’s status as a fashion-production powerhouse.
Money Talks
Jeweler Lauren Vanessa Tickle's currency conversions.
New Digs
A chat with the Textile Museum's director John Wetenhall about the organization's new digs.
Pelts and Armor
A group of artists who excel at scratching the surface...
Seeking Cover
Catherine Latson's lush Fern Dress.
Shows to See: August/September 2014
Spectacular shows to see from Memphis to Montana...
Small Town Big Scene
Design-savvy artisans and entrepreneurs are revitalizing Hudson, New York.
The Materialist
Leo Adams' house is a work of art some 40 years in the making.
Total Overhaul
Erik Noren’s bicycle designs aren’t just flashy; they’re also built beautifully.
Turn Style
Last season's fashion, this year's trash.
Web Extras: August/September 2014
As seen in the current issue of American Craft magazine...
What Was a Turning Point in Your Career?
Readers answer our question about career turning points...