In the spot light...

Part of the many "services" Craft Guerrilla offer is the introduction of new designer makers to the craft loving public! We meet a lot of talented people and see lots of hand made goodies so when we find items we like we want to share it with you...

"Microbio is a project born out of creative longing, a love of colour and a passion for crafting!
Helena is a Portuguese Designer Maker and as she herself puts it is an 'addictive crafter'!





'I started quite early, as a little girl making stuff for my dolls then clothes for myself from Burda patterns which was tricky. Because I could only find them in German I had to figure out the instructions and I can't speak German at all.
I was taught by my grandmother using a Singer machine and this is how I found my passion for fabric.
I did a degree in International Relations (political branch). Though I don't regret my choice of studies I soon found that a whole working life confined to "a box" isn't what drives me in life!





I had a few full time jobs, met some nice people too but 'COLOUR' was definitely always missing from my life.
From the moment I wake I'm always in search of COLOUR...I need to see colourful buttons, fabrics, blogs...then I have breakfast which follows by making things,lots of colourful things.
I really don't need a colourless life in an "office box"!





So to keep my craftsanity it was while I was working full time that I decided to brand my craft work.
"Microbio" (Microbe) sounded perfect to me as it implies the spread of things, good things as mine are begnine, cute, made with love and care! I even started a blog and discovered I love making bags, all sorts of bags and OH yes rings to match! Like most crafters I can make many things but it's bags that drive all my attention! I try to keep my blog up to date and I've even opened up a little shop in 'Dawanda'(address link below) to test the waters but I hope in future to have my own web site.
What really drives me in life is being able to make beautiful things by my own hands, run a small business and have a simple life with perhaps less money but much happier and fulfilled. What fascinates me most? People who are already doing this!"





Thank you Helena!!!

If you'd like to buy Microbio's beautiful hand made bags please visit: en.dawanda.com/shop/microbio
Or read more about Helena's crafty adventures on her blog:
microbio-noar.blogspot.com
follow on twitter:@microbionoar

Make Do & Mend...

*photos by Esmuto


Due to popular demand next month's diy craft night will be another Vintage inspired affair...And we're sooooo happy about it because we LOVED hosting it!!!

Make Do & Mend is so much of the moment and we're ready to share our crafty know how and teach all you lovely people how to look stylish without breaking the bank.
These are lean times and we know just how difficult it is to get by...but fear not...we'll be there with a few craft kits which you can make and will make your outfit that little bit cuter or cover up a hole on that favourite shirt so you're mending that garment and giving it new life!

And just because times are tough it doesn't mean that you can't invest in a killer frock!
Look through "Frillseekers" stunning clothing and bag yourself a beautiful dress which you can wear time and time again!

Claire Hair will also be there styling those lush locks so you get a new look to go with your new frock!

Also we have a very special guest work shop tutor...lets just say that she's a dab hand at knitting and spinning shellac! Details of work shop to be announced soon.

Plus we might be joined by some very special people or should that be "des gens très importants...Célébrités"?

AWESOME!!!






*photos by CG

Thursday 14th of JULY, 8 pm - 11.30pm
Free entry
*small fee per craft pack and for workshop place

Ye old Rose and Crown
55 Hoe Street
E178 4SA
Walthamstow London

A few of our favourite things...

Wowzers now this is what I call upcycling and recycling....such a beautiful and fun idea.
Check out this nifty ladie's web site:http://www.recreate.za.net

Make something that counts...

On a sadder note then usual,and I can't say sad really because this young gal is such an inspiration! BUT Sad because she is ill with cancer and has learned that it's not going to get any better but as she fights on I can't help but to be moved.
This lovely little lady has made a bucket list...a list of dreams she'd like to fulfill! Maybe you can help?
Alice is 15 and I so wish that at her age I had the guts and determination she clearly has. Despite everything she's keen on leaving a useful and lasting mark on our world by getting people to sign up for bone marrow registration,bringing awareness about her condition and she's managed to raise a stonking amount for charity.
You've probably heard of her,she's been trending on Twitter and I believe she liked that as she got loads of celebrity followers and has even been mentioned on "This Morning"!
Alice we salute you!

To read Alice's blog please visit: http://alicepyne.blogspot.com/

If you'd like to register for bone marrow donation: http://www.nhsbt.nhs.uk/bonemarrow

Finally if you'd like to raise funds to donate to Alice's chosen charity and you'd like to do it in a Crafty way or even a cake sale then get in touch with us!

a few of our favourite things...

You'd be forgiven for thinking that I had a lot of time on my hands due to the large amount of time I spend on the internet but...it is part of my "job" as chief craft guerrilla to find things which I can post on here! Besides I know just how much you lovely people adore all things craft!
Looking through the vast amount of designer hand made items I find lots and lots of items which I love!
So let me share a few bits and pieces which have caught my eye.
Finding special, interesting, contemporary artisan made products which are made using traditional techniques but with a solid design and modern twist is what we're after so... here...are a few of our favourite things:

Paper sculptures:


by David Farrer
Please email for details and orders:info@davidfarrer.com

Knitted home wares:


by Janie Knitted Textiles. For further info and items please visit: www.janiewithers.co.uk

Soft toys:

by Nanette Regan. For further information and to order please email: nanetteregan@gmail.com

Creative Biscuit + Craft Guerrilla = Crafternoon!

That's right,because we had such a smashing time in South Woodfrod Both Craft Guerrilla and Creative Biscuit thought that the good people of this sweet little east London enclave needed a bit more crafty fun!

Starting this month we'll be at Creative biscuit every last Friday of the month for a rip roaring "Crafternoon"! Craft packs,craft tutors,lashings of tea and cake plus some mighty fine company.

OH yes and it's still the same deal £5 entry (on the door) which entitles you to free tea and cake!

We'll also be adding to the Crafternoon as we go along by inviting guest collaborators so craft lovin ladies and gents...Keep those peepers pealed!

Upcoming dates*:
June 24th
July 29th
August 26th


*please note that dates are subject to chang

Retro fascinator mini workshop...

Hurry,hurry...there are only a few spaces left!
I'll be sharing my vintage inspired designs and ideas with you so you can create a fab wearable head piece. Because we're celebrating the 1940's this little cutie is very much an homage to the RAF Ladies auxiliary!
Maybe the military look isn't for you and you'd prefer a more feminine composition....fear not... I have other cute ideas for you!
For something a bit more girly I can show you how to make the perfect fabric flower or a beautiful yet understated "Chanel" bow....and there's plenty of other ideas based on that much loved and elegant vintage look of the 1940's!!!
£18 per person. All materials included and use of tools.
Please pre book and pre payment essential by emailing munano@yahoo.com

Thursday 9Th June 8.30 pm
Ye Olde Rose & Crown
55 Hoe St.
E17 4SR
London