In Person

The Clueless Crafter explores the broader implications of Craft in everyday life. As a novice (some might even say clueless) crafter, my investigations into the dimensions of craft offers a refreshing, enjoyable take on this subject. I’ve often found that the outsider’s perspective is the one I enjoy hearing most, that there’s something unique and inspiring when an amateur mingles in the ranks of the seasoned professionals.  Frustrated by many craft sites geared toward providing purely instructional how-tos, the Clueless Crafter is a center of support for anyone who wants to discover the benefit of the handmade life.

In Profession

Lydia Kutko is a New York-based freelance writer.  Her Arts column for La Vie Cherie, an online magazine cultivating women of substance,  is published weekly and can be accessed here. She also contributes to Etsy, the insanely popular craft world’s place to buy and sell all things handmade.

Inquiries? lydia.barry[at]gmail.com.

Lydia is half of The Maximalists, an art, craft and design-centric events consortium. Together with Amy Beth Cupp Dragoo of abcd designs, The Maximalists offer unique event planning services for creatives seeking to share and grow their brand.

The Maximalists are event coordinators.  You are the event.

Assistance making your next event special?   TheMaximalists[at]gmail.com.

Follow @themaximalists

In Past

BA, Art History at the University of Wisconsin-Madison;

MA, Art Market: Principles and Practices at the Fashion Institute of Technology;

Planned events in the arts for large financial institution, New York;

Documented and investigated stolen and looted art, New York;

Styled and crafted set for The Martha Stewart Show, New York.