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Craft, art meet in new Minnesota Museum of American Art exhibit

Marianne Combs February 11, 2014, 4:49 PM Feb 11, 2014

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The Minnesota Museum of American Art has brought some brightly colored gems out of its permanent collection, with an eye toward exploring the often blurry line that divides art from craft. Read more →

Northern Clay Center examines the elements of ceramic art

Marianne Combs April 19, 2013, 3:31 PM Apr 19, 2013

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NCC’s latest show presents four artists who explore themes of fire, water, earth and air.

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Innovating the dinner table with sexy place settings

Marianne Combs December 19, 2012, 4:43 PM Dec 19, 2012

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Ceramic artist Kimberlee Roth is taking a whole new approach to plates and bowls, turning them into artistic sculptures that can live on the wall or on the table.

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Jana Pullman, Minnesota Book Artist of the year

Marianne Combs December 14, 2012, 9:08 AM Dec 14, 2012

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Pullman has been involved in the book arts for 30 years, and is known for her skill with binding books, making paper and conserving old editions.

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An artsy home for an artsy business

Marianne Combs June 27, 2012, 2:33 PM Jun 27, 2012

A local art center is working to move into an abandoned historic building.

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Textile Center names new Executive Director

Marianne Combs June 4, 2012, 5:14 PM Jun 4, 2012

Longtime supporter Timothy G. Fleming succeeds founding director Margaret Miller.

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Low-tech craft finds new popularity in high-tech world

Marianne Combs March 26, 2012, 9:36 AM Mar 26, 2012

North House Folk School in Grand Marais – which teaches people how to make their own skis, build their own boats, and other traditional skills – has never been more popular.

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