Last month's Stitch Fest was a blast, and one of the highlights was meeting so many of our talented readers. Demonstrating iron-on applique, I met crafter/designer Maria Eife. She was wearing some incredible felt jewelry she designs based on binary code, so you can be covertly nerdy. I love how precise and clean it is, while it's made from such a soft, plush material.

Maria told me each piece is laser cut by a company called Ponoko, and they have a great website that makes it really simple to use their services." She just updated her Etsy site with some terrific new colors. Check out her designs below.
If you're in Philadelphia on May 15th, stop by the Art Star Craft Bazaar to check out Maria's work in person.

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From: Metal Wall Art | 4/28/10 at 2:51 pm
This necklace is really awesome. It literally reflects good vibes to anyone who wears it.
From: Gabrielle @ i.craft | 4/28/10 at 6:02 pm
This is awesome, great idea!
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From: Cleo | 4/28/10 at 9:10 pm
Wow! Just saw this article and was surprised because I just bought one of her necklaces. So many compliments!
From: Eileen Savin | 4/28/10 at 9:12 pm
This necklace is great! I have two.
From: From Craft Show Novice to Philadelphia Art Star « Ponoko – Blog | 6/18/10 at 11:06 pm
[...] it was a good thing she did. With a mention on the Martha Stewart craft blog and sunny skies over Philly; her first craft show was sure to be a success. ”The reaction [...]
From: Rene | 7/30/10 at 2:00 pm
In this Summer's heat, it's hard to put something around your neck and not feel uncomfortable.....but these necklaces feel so light, it's like wearing nothing. You can layer them or wear just one to dress up and not feel hot or uncomfortable at all. I forget it's there until someone notices it and gives me a compliment.
I've already received many compliments on my first day of wearing the necklace.
It's cute, artsy, craftsy, nerdy, funky and feminine. They are really cool designs.
Thanks and keep up the great work!
From: Metal Wall Art | 12/24/10 at 11:49 am
Wow this necklace is so positive! I love the way the shapes shift!
From: patricia | 8/30/11 at 4:03 pm
gostaria de saber o preço do colar preto nº5
obrigado