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New Generation Brings Edge to Crafts

Handmade pendants
Astrid Riecken

Handmade pendants for sale at the Crafty Bastards Arts and Crafts Fair in Washington, D.C.

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December 7, 2004

Gen-Xers are a new breed of crafters. These knitters, beaders and papermakers emerged from the DIY or do-it-yourself movement. Now, DIY crafters are selling their homemade tchotchkes online, at boutiques and at craft fairs. NPR's Neda Ulaby reports.

 
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