Added on 04/15/09

Kyuuto = Cute! The hippest designs of today hail from Japan & our friends at Chronicle Books bring us an easy way to recreate cute crocheted creatures!! Each page is bursting w/ quirky color photos & step-by-step directions with tons of helpful... See more

Kyuuto = Cute! The hippest designs of today hail from Japan & our friends at Chronicle Books bring us an easy way to recreate cute crocheted creatures!! Each page is bursting w/ quirky color photos & step-by-step directions with tons of helpful illustrations & authentic translated patterns. 79 pgs. 8.25”x9 Click here for our new fred blog. See less

Highlights: $15.95

Added on 04/15/09

If you can sew a button, then you can embroider! Try some sensational craft ideas from Japan and our friends from Chronicle Books with this collection of translated patterns featuring simple to advanced embroidery techniques. Lots of inspiring... See more

If you can sew a button, then you can embroider! Try some sensational craft ideas from Japan and our friends from Chronicle Books with this collection of translated patterns featuring simple to advanced embroidery techniques. Lots of inspiring photographs detail over 30 decorative stitches. 79 pages. 8.25"x9" Click here for our new fred blog. See less

Highlights: $15.95

Added on 04/15/09

Kingi Carpenter of Toronto's Peach Berserk has been silkscreening her own crazy couture designs for over 15 yrs. You'll learn how 2 design prints, make silkscreens and print on t-shirts and fabrics, all to an awesome rockin’ soundtrack. She even... See more

Kingi Carpenter of Toronto's Peach Berserk has been silkscreening her own crazy couture designs for over 15 yrs. You'll learn how 2 design prints, make silkscreens and print on t-shirts and fabrics, all to an awesome rockin’ soundtrack. She even offers tips how to start your own business on a budget. Sold only in the US at fredflare.com. Click here for our new fred blog. See less

Highlights: Regular $30 SALE $14.99

Added on 04/08/09

Yes you CAN! Turn any empty metal can into a walking, wobbling bug-eyed robot! This Tin Can Robot Kit comes with pretty much everything you'll need to take recycling to a whole other level. Keep a can out of a landfill, and have a robot best friend... See more

Yes you CAN! Turn any empty metal can into a walking, wobbling bug-eyed robot! This Tin Can Robot Kit comes with pretty much everything you'll need to take recycling to a whole other level. Keep a can out of a landfill, and have a robot best friend FOREVER! Imported. Wipe clean. * Includes: Body rings, legs, gripper hands, straw attachments, toy motor, screws, bolts, terminal caps, battery casing, moving eyes, feet, motor cover, axle, body plate, straws, wires, eye base plates * Requires: 1 AA battery, small Phillips-head screwdriver, can (not included) * Kit: 9.5"w, 6.5"h, 2.5"d * Plastic, wire, metal, board See less

Highlights: $20.00

Added on 04/08/09

Print Liberation will teach you how to screen print with readily available materials and easy instruction. Even if you're starting out in a scary basement or in a tiny bathroom in your cramped apartment with a $40 budget, Print Liberation will show... See more

Print Liberation will teach you how to screen print with readily available materials and easy instruction. Even if you're starting out in a scary basement or in a tiny bathroom in your cramped apartment with a $40 budget, Print Liberation will show you everything you need to know to get started. And if you're already in a rented studio with a few bucks to spend, this book can help you turn your screen printing you're your personal art or business. Seriously, this is a completely comprehensive how-to-guide. You'll start by learning the history or the craft accompanied by graphic illustrations. Then, step-by-step photographs walk you through the ins and outs of all the main screen-printing techniques, including printing on dimensional surfaces, such as walls and goats (although the latter is not recommended). You'll even find advice about how to turn screen printing into a money-making venture, either by selling your work through galleries or by offering your services locally to make... See less

Highlights: $24.99

Added on 04/08/09

Recycling has never been so much fun! Using our DIY Bottle Cutter, you can turn old glass bottles into glass sculptures, vases, lamp shades, votive holders - anything you can imagine - in just 4 easy steps. Everything needed to safely and accurately... See more

Recycling has never been so much fun! Using our DIY Bottle Cutter, you can turn old glass bottles into glass sculptures, vases, lamp shades, votive holders - anything you can imagine - in just 4 easy steps. Everything needed to safely and accurately cut and polish glass bottles is included. Kick some glass! Imported. Wipe clean. * Includes: Bottle cutter, candle, polishing paper, polishing compound, instructions * 7.5"w, 3.5"h, 4.5"d * Metal, plastic * Web exclusive See less

Highlights: $54.00

Added on 03/24/09

We caught a bit of Martha Stewart's Yarn Show today, and were totally enamored of this basket project. While its original purpose is to hold yarn, you...

Added on 01/22/09

For the rough and tumble youngster in need of protection from more than just the elements we are proud to present the Viking Helmet with bobbles and horns and detachable braids. Viking hats are hand knit from soft 100% cotton and are never itchy so... See more

For the rough and tumble youngster in need of protection from more than just the elements we are proud to present the Viking Helmet with bobbles and horns and detachable braids. Viking hats are hand knit from soft 100% cotton and are never itchy so there’s actually a chance your child’s ears will be warm this winter. They are machine washable and will last you a long long time! We also recently discovered that teething tinies are extra fond of the braids :) When ordering please specify size You can also message me about color options: Hat Color (Iron, Wood, Black) Braid Color (blond, golden blown, dark brown, black) We can also accommodate some custom color requests or can substitute for organic cotton in limited colors for a small additional fee. See less

Highlights: $42.00

Added on 11/13/08

Inside this Matryoshka is a charming sewing kit. She'll keep your thread, scissors, buttons, and all the other sewing kit necessities in place while keeping your sewing drawer chic at the same time. It's a great gift for aspiring designers or on the... See more

Inside this Matryoshka is a charming sewing kit. She'll keep your thread, scissors, buttons, and all the other sewing kit necessities in place while keeping your sewing drawer chic at the same time. It's a great gift for aspiring designers or on the go girls for quick fixes at a moment's notice. See less

Highlights: $13.99

Added on 11/12/08

So awesome! Now you can make your own t-shirts and posters with this complete screen-printing kit. Perfect for beginners or pros, this kit includes everything you'll need to get printing, including paints and photo emulsion materials, plus a reusable... See more

So awesome! Now you can make your own t-shirts and posters with this complete screen-printing kit. Perfect for beginners or pros, this kit includes everything you'll need to get printing, including paints and photo emulsion materials, plus a reusable screen and squeegee and an easy-to-follow instruction book! Make something incredible! Made in the USA. Wipe clean. * Includes: Silk screen frame, squeegee, brush, booklet, 3 4oz. jars of silk screen paint, 4 4oz bars of silk screen medium, .5 oz bottle of diazo sensitizer * 12.75"w, 16.75"h, 2.5"d See less

Highlights: $64.00

Added on 11/12/08

Block party! The Speedball Block Printing Kit includes everything you need to start block printing, and that's awesome! Use the included tools to carve your own design in linoleum, then apply ink and start printing! Makes a great gift (and makes... See more

Block party! The Speedball Block Printing Kit includes everything you need to start block printing, and that's awesome! Use the included tools to carve your own design in linoleum, then apply ink and start printing! Makes a great gift (and makes great gift wrap, too)! Made in the USA. Wipe clean. * Includes: 1 4X5" Lino block, lino handle with #1, #2 and #5 cutter attachments, black ink, 4" soft pop-in brayer, foam tray, instructions * Kit: 5.5"w, 8"h, 2.5"d * Wood, linoleum, plastic, metal, ink See less

Highlights: $28.00

Added on 08/25/08

Hey softy! The time has come for you to learn how to make your own plush dolls! Teach yourself with this genius how-to book inspired by the Japanese plush toys craze! Therese Laskey and friends share their projects. Included are 10 pattern pages with... See more

Hey softy! The time has come for you to learn how to make your own plush dolls! Teach yourself with this genius how-to book inspired by the Japanese plush toys craze! Therese Laskey and friends share their projects. Included are 10 pattern pages with envelopes. Spiral bound w/ folder. 120 pgs 8”x8” Feeling crafty? Try out the Softies Kit! Click here for our new fred blog. See less

Highlights: $19.95

Added on 08/25/08

You loved Softies so now get ready to make some sweet critters! This fun kit includes all you need to get started on your plush adventures. 15 projects w/ terrific photos, step-by-step how-to's, pattern sheets, a 24-page instructional booklet plus... See more

You loved Softies so now get ready to make some sweet critters! This fun kit includes all you need to get started on your plush adventures. 15 projects w/ terrific photos, step-by-step how-to's, pattern sheets, a 24-page instructional booklet plus all the supplies needed to make a tiny felt party cake! (2 sheets of felt, embroidery floss and needle.) A GREAT gift for a crafty friend! 7”x7” Click here for our new fred blog. See less

Highlights: $24.95

Added on 08/25/08

This hardcover compendium from genius art/craft zine KnitKnit celebrates the new wave of knitting! With profiles & projects from 30 international supertalents, you’ll discover techniques by everyone from the Paris-based men's knitwear designer from... See more

This hardcover compendium from genius art/craft zine KnitKnit celebrates the new wave of knitting! With profiles & projects from 30 international supertalents, you’ll discover techniques by everyone from the Paris-based men's knitwear designer from Louis Vuitton to the 70-year old Canadian who creates knit teacups. Packed out w/ AMAZING projects!! 175 pages. 8.5”x11” Click here for our new fred blog. See less

Highlights: $29.95

Added on 07/23/08

We here at my imaginary boyfriend HQ are always figuring and formulating, working out ways to make life's accoutrements cuter. We make a-CUTE-rements! No? Anyway. . . we've stumbled upon a doozy here! This pin cushion looks like it was plucked right... See more

We here at my imaginary boyfriend HQ are always figuring and formulating, working out ways to make life's accoutrements cuter. We make a-CUTE-rements! No? Anyway. . . we've stumbled upon a doozy here! This pin cushion looks like it was plucked right out of a cartoon forest! All handmade and hand painted this wool felt stump measures about 4" in diameter and 3" in height. It's accented with a cute little base of bright green grass and golden yellow flowers. My imaginary boyfriend want to frolic in the forest with you! See less

Highlights: $ 20.00