Wonder what this cloth pin with a nail in it is all about?? I tell you, I did not get it either until I saw the awesome result of its use. It’s the handy-dandy super-simple DIY variety of a real estate agent/home stager’s device to hang up an entire wall photo gallery within say 15 [...]
Today, on day 3 of the Milan Fashion Week, I thought to give you a snapshot of what’s showing on The Runway in terms of fashion womens wear for the upcoming year. In particular, I want to show you that the sweater dress garment that I’m so in love with these days, and the notion [...]
Yep. IF you’ve got yourself a little craft business, and participate in craft shows as the key way to reach your markets and sell your craft products, then right now is the time to start preparing. You may need to apply up to half a year in advance for major Christmas craft shows. Plus, in [...]
Aligning with trends in jewelry creates success. Several readers requested I write about the business of crafts. I know many of you love making jewelry. Is that you? Do you dream of transforming that passion for jewelry-making into a real jewelry business? Ideally, a home-based jewelry business?! OK, aspirant jeweler, this article is for you. [...]
Each year, WorldPeace.org organizes an International Children Art Competition for Peace. The artwork is featured on the International Day for Peace, posters are made, etc. The children’s artwork will be touring around the world as part of the International Peace Pals Art Exhibition. Over the years, this peace exhibition has inspired the global hearts of [...]
Eco-u-Terre just posted an interesting article called ‘16 Eco-Fashion Predictions for 2010’. Here is the summary of this rather long article which interviews fashion mongers, hinting at what is to come in the world of fashion and (craft) accessories. 1. Leslie Hoffman. from Earth Pledge, predicts a deepened and more real interest in all [...]
FashionCamp New York City Sept. 12-13th, 2009 We all know New York FASHION Week is ON NOW. However, FashionCamp NYC 2009 is something special and not as well known…. let me explain and you’ll know if you should pack your bags for the Big Apple today…. It is a two-day open conference in New York [...]
14th Annual Providence Fine Furnishings & Fine Craft Show will be held in Milwaukee & Providence again this upcoming Fall. Homeowners, art lovers, fine craft collectors, interior designers and architects should all plan to attend the Fine Furnishings & Fine Craft Show nearest them. They are to discover an incredible resource for the [...]
Now, the cheap chic wedding site has an annual contest for who can make the most beautiful paper wedding dress. The winner of the 2009 paper wedding dress contest made her spectacular wedding gown from just toilet paper, tape and glue! From the pictures below, this dress is as beautiful as one made by a [...]
NICHE magazine is now accepting applications for the 2010 NICHE Awards and NICHE Student Awards. A new feature this year, artists have the option of applying directly online or by mailing in an entry form. The NICHE Awards competition is open to professional craft artists over the age of 21 who reside [...]
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