Elaine Luther
Artist, Writer
Welcome, I’m Elaine.
I make art, write about art and teach people how to teach art. I also give speeches, such as Studio Rules!Find out more about me.
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A Good Old Fashioned Blog Hop of Crafts
Welcome to our Craft Blog Hop! We're excited to share a few projects with you today on our hop that - depending on what you have on hand - can be made from materials you have at home. Before we get started, I'd like to introduce you to everyone sharing a creative...
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How to Get Free Audio Books (Things to do while social distancing)
Sick of TV? A nice 8-12 hour audio book can help kids pass the time, they can listen while they color or fold laundry. Our family loves audio books and has been enjoying them for years, mostly in the car. I thought I'd share some of our favorites. Your library...
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What to do when you are quarantined
Most of us in the U.S. are not officially quarantined, but we are practicing social distancing right now, during the Covid-19 Pandemic, maybe you're looking for ideas on what to do? Journaling and crafts are two terrific activities for when you're stuck at home and...
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New Work: Words and Textiles/Care Work Makes All Work Possible & ERA NOW
Here's an idea that's been bouncing around for a long time that I finally made. I was planning to cut out the letters on my Silhouette electronic cutter, but darn if an operating system (iOS) update didn't break the Silhouette software. Silhouette does not seem to be...
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New Work: Collaboration with Unknown Quilters
In this quilt top, I've combined found quilt blocks from two different and unknown quilters, into one. My creative constraints for this type of project are: No new quilt blocks (well, okay, I had to make just one block in order to make this work, using squares pre-cut...
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Ruth Asawa and the Mythical Basketmaker of Mexico
On the origins of Ruth Asawa’s method for creating her suspended wire sculptures. The Myth There is a myth about Ruth Asawa, the Japanese-American sculptor known for her suspended wire forms. The myth says that she went to Mexico in 1947 (or ‘48) and “a local...
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Creative Reuse Stores and Events in Chicago and the Midwest
What's a creative reuse store? It's a place that keeps good stuff out of landfills. They're often not-for-profits and may specialize in selling home improvement supplies or art and craft supplies that might otherwise end up in the landfill. Many stores offer hands-on...
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KALLAX + Container Store = See Through Storage
After writing about IKEA hacks for your craft room or studio for the Craft Industry Alliance, I thought I should share my own studio storage solutions. The large KALLAX is tucked into a little alcove in the wall, maybe there used to be a built-in unit of some kind...
read moreNew Blog Post for CIA: Beyond the RASKOG: 10 IKEA Hacks for Your Craft Studio
I have a new guest blog post up for the Craft Industry Alliance on IKEA hacks for your craft room or studio! You can read it here: Beyond the RASKOG: 10 IKEA Hacks for Your Craft Studio
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How to be an Excellent Teacher of Your Art or Craft
Elaine Luther demonstrating a T-shirt printing method in a class. I have taught since 1992, starting when I was a college student myself. I consistently get really high reviews for my teaching and I want to share with you what I’ve learned over the years so that you...
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