You can think of them as that table of edgy rebels in the high school cafeteria. When the American Craft Show comes to San Francisco this weekend, the 12 rising rock stars in their inaugural AltCraft program will be swamped with adoring fans who can't wait to get their hands on the one-of-a-kind wares that these emerging DIY artists create. All first-time exhibitors, the dozen was selected because their work illustrates the innovative techniques and materials of the burgeoning new craft movement.

Translation: from the fancy letterpress coasters to cozy hand-knitted earrings, you will want to purchase it all. To help expedite the process, a cheat sheet.

1. Boline Strand: stone and metal jewelry that's full of symbolism
2. Carly Goss: intricate woven cuffs, scarves and baby blankets
3. Derik Van Beers: he does ceramics...but that's all we know :(
4. Donna Brady: wildly abstract hand-crafted lighting objects
5. Elwyn Crawford: stylish handmade hats with retro appeal
6. Jenna Robertson: recycled wool collages, creatures and clothing
7. Patty Benson: hand-felted decorative pillows and accessories
8. Susan Angebranndt: exquisite collectible paper goods
9. Susan Dwyer: ceramic and paper-mache vessels perfect for plants
10. Rebecca Sako: earthy jewelry made from organic materials
11. Tally Locke: an extremely elaborate line of hand-knit jewelry and ties
12. Terrill Waldman: candy-colored hand-blown glass pieces

- Caroline Stanley

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