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  • Meet the Maker: Meike Bambuch

    7 months ago
    Meike is the talented designer behind the DIY/designer label Stolt and the creator of the fantastic Betty Dress pattern we recently featured on the site. Holding it down for the high-fashion makers across the pond, we are so excited to be working with Meike and bringing her fresh designs to... Read More
  • Sunday Playlist: Too Many Sparkles from Lost Wax Studio

    7 months ago
    We love the balance of the masuline and feminine, the rough and delicate in the pieces Tam Tran creates for her company Lost Wax Studio, so we weren't at all surprised that the expert juxtaposition she displays in her jewelry translated over perfectly to her Sunday Playlist... Read More
  • Saturday Roundup: Project Peeks, Crafting for Sandy Victims, Follow Our Adventures on Instagram!

    7 months ago
    A hurricane, a snowstorm, and now sunny skies. It's been a crazy couple of weeks here in New York - but after a full week back in the office we're getting into the groove again.  We can hardly believe it's already almost halfway through November, which means it's... Read More
  • DIY's For The Weekend: Get Started on the Holiday Making

    7 months ago
    Ok, don't freak out - but you know the holidays are just around the corner, right? Yeah, we haven't really thought about what we're making everyone either... But the good news is, we found some killer member projects to get you started and inspire lots more holiday gift... Read More
  • Featured Project: Novita's Snood Dogg

    7 months ago
    Winter made itself very apparent by dumping roughly 4 inches of snow on New York and surrounding areas last night which in turn made it very apparent to us that it's time to start knitting! If you're a knitting newbie, one great place to start is with a cowl. Member Novita Estiti... Read More
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  • What You're Making: For the Love of Leather

    7 months ago
    No matter what the season, we think leather is always a solid choice. From jackets to jewelry, we've noticed more than a few creative members using leather to add some edge to their projects. Check out what they're making and get inspired to put a tough spin on your next DIY... Read More
  • May We Introduce to You: Kollabora Yarn!

    7 months ago
    We've had a super-special project in the works that we're excited to finally be able to share with you... our very own, super-exclusive Kollabora Yarns! Alpaca, mohair, wool and silk... we sourced some of the premier materials from the Highlands of Peru to create gorgeous... Read More
  • Meet the Maker: Tam Tran

    7 months ago
    Are you as in love with the Marlon Double Wrap Bracelet kit as we are? Good - cos we've got lots more amazing things from Lost Wax Studio coming to the site soon! In the meantime, get to know the woman behind the designs, Tam Tran, and what inspires her beautiful yet accessible... Read More
  • Sunday Playlist: Home (Work) Life

    7 months ago
    Hurricane Sandy had us all a bit stranded so we spent the week working from our living rooms, hotel rooms, and local coffee shops. While we appreicated the change of scenery, we're definitely ready to get back to Kollabora HQ next week. In the meantime, here are a few tunes that got us... Read More
  • Saturday Roundup: Helping Post-Hurricane Sandy, Kollabora at VKLive, and More!

    7 months ago
    This week New York banded together after Hurricane Sandy left the majority of lower Manhattan, New Jersey, and Staten Island devastated and in the dark. It's been truly amazing to see how everyone has stepped in to help out with food, supplies, and man-power. We feel so lucky to live and... Read More