Interviews and essays describe the way of life and crafts of pioneer America still surviving in the Appalachian region.

A documentary by Faythe Levine, Handmade nation documents the new wave of art, craft and design that is capturing the attention of the nation. It is the feature film debut of director, author, artist and curator Faythe Levine. Levine traveled to 15 cities and covered more than 19,000 miles to interview artists, crafters, makers, curators and community members. Today's craft world has emerged as a synthesis of historical technique, punk culture, and...

A photographic look at children's illustrator Tasha Tudor's nineteenth century lifestyle, focusing on the crafts she makes using original antique tools and techniques for activities such as spinning, weaving, dipping candles, making baskets, and knitting socks.

Provides instructions for using leaves, flowers, twigs, and shells to make fifty craft projects, including kites, kaleidoscopes, and clocks.