Hobbies & Craft News
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International Award-Winning Artist, Rob Prior Named as Judge for Worldwide Illustration Contest
Internationally renowned artist Rob Prior was announced as a judge for the L. Ron Hubbard Presents Illustrators of the Future Contest. - July 28, 2015 - Galaxy Press
Invitation to the 3rd International Block Swap with the Motto "In the Sun"
Building on the great success of past community activities, the online portal Quilt around the World is organizing a new project for patchwork enthusiasts around the globe: the 3rd International Block Swap, this time with the motto "In the Sun." - July 25, 2015 - Quilt around the World GmbH
Sweet Adelines International 2015 Rising Star Competition
Sweet Adelines International will hold its 2015 Rising Star Quartet Competition Aug. 8, 2015, in Phoenix, Ariz., as 14 of the world’s best young female barbershop a cappella quartets vie for the coveted title. - July 24, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
Decked Out in White and Ready for Play! Pocono Modern Debut the White Retro Deck Playing Cards. "Four Aces" Rocks Glass Set Match Sleek Mid-Century Modern Design.
The Retro Deck Playing Cards in white have finally arrived fresh off the printing press and are ready for the game table. Funded through Kickstarter by over 300 unique backers, the Retro Deck in white was created in tandem with the original Retro Deck Playing Cards. The decks were inspired by the... - July 22, 2015 - Pocono Modern
ActionCraft Toy Box Will Keep You PaperCrafting in the Mobile World
ActionCraft Toy Box is an arts & crafts mobile application that allows you to create/design your own paper toy, print it on 8x11 cardstock & build it using scissors, a cutter & some glue. - July 17, 2015 - Taktyl Studios
Creating Success with a Strengths-Based Approach to Selling Crafts
Psyched to Sell Crafts is offering a new and innovative strengths-based education and marketing program for crafters. This program is designed to help crafters find success by focusing on their individual talents and strengths, and applying them to the unique challenges of building a successful crafting business. - July 14, 2015 - Psyched to Sell Crafts
Yagi Announces Debut of Lego Themed Silicone Building Brick & Minifigure Molds Set
Yagi, a nationwide provider of home & kitchen products, announced the debut of their new multi-use Lego-themed Silicone Building Brick & Minifigure Molds set. Whether it’s for a birthday party or simply for everyday fun in the kitchen, these molds can be used for making chocolate,... - July 14, 2015 - Yagi
Agromin: Make Water Go Further in the Garden Using Biochar & Mulch, Reducing Lawn Size and Changing Water Schedules
In typical years, summer heat means daily watering, but with tough California water restrictions in place homeowners have to find creative ways to make less water go further in their gardens, says Agromin, an Oxnard-based manufacturer of earth-friendly compost products made from organic material... - July 10, 2015 - Agromin
Rick Pully Joins Screw Products as Vice President of Sales
Rick Pully has joined Screw Products, Inc. as Vice President of Sales. He is responsible for strengthening ties and developing new business among the country’s distributors as well as establishing sales strategies and objectives with the company’s national network of independent... - July 09, 2015 - Screw Products
Soil Experts at Agromin Suggests Planting Vegetables & Herbs in Containers to Save Water
While there may not be enough water this year to maintain a full-sized garden, plenty of vegetables and herbs can thrive even with watering restrictions when planted in containers using the right soil, says Agromin, an Oxnard-based manufacturer of earth-friendly compost products made from organic... - July 08, 2015 - Agromin
CannaGrow Expo Comes Portland, Oregon
First Grow Expo in Recreationally Legal Oregon - July 07, 2015 - CannaConnections
Gumstix Computing Powers Botball® Autonomous Robotics and Next Generation of Engineers
Gumstix® Announces Educational STEM Partnership with KIPR and its Botball® Educational Robotics to provide the next generation platform for robotics education. The announcement takes place today at KIPR’s 2015 Global Conference on Educational Robotics (GCER), with over 750 students representing 20 states and teams from Austria, Poland, Kuwait, China, Mexico and Africa. - July 07, 2015 - Gumstix, Inc.
Jaipur Start-up ScooTalks.com Launched to Offer Parenting Solutions
ScooTalks, a web and app based service, has been launched by ADDADOT Technologies LLP, a Jaipur start-up. The website and the app together come across as a first of its kind of kids’ services aggregator and parent-school centric service. The radical concept has been especially designed to suit the needs of Indian parents and kids’ services providers. - July 03, 2015 - ADDADOT Technologies LLP
"Colorist's Companion" Reference Digests - Satisfying Tools for Adult Coloring Devotees
Lovely Leisure Coloring Books has released a 2 book series "Colorist’s Companion" that fills the desire by many of these enthusiasts to organize and coordinate their coloring pencils, pens and markers. - June 13, 2015 - Lovely Leisure
The Geekie Awards Live Streams the 2nd Annual LA Cosplay Con Giving Fans a Virtual Ticket to Cosplay Panels, Costume Contests and Music
On Saturday June 13th, The Geekie Awards will give fans an inside look at LA Cosplay Con via their new live stream channel: http://www.ustream.tv/TheGeekieAwards. - June 13, 2015 - The Geekie Awards LLC
Introducing CUSH Pads™ by Sonall Percussion
Sonall Percussion of Encino, California has introduced their first product called CUSH Pads™, patent-pending. CUSH Pads™ replace the standard felts on standard cymbal and hi-hat stands with new pads made of a proprietary elastomer material, made in California. CUSH Pads™ were recently given a rave review in the May 2015 issue of Not So Modern Drummer Magazine, a reputable publication in the percussion world that that has been in business for nearly 30 years. - May 18, 2015 - Sonall Percussion
The World’s First Collectible Beer-Related Card Game Arrives
Beer enthusiasts now have two reasons to go out. In addition to the obvious, the launch of hiphops – the world’s first collectable beer-related card game – is seeking to complete the beer-drinking experience. - May 15, 2015 - Hip Hops Cards ltd
Whole Latte Love Announces Picture Pour-fect Photo Contest
Whole Latte Love, the largest online retailer of espresso machines, invites the coffee community to participate in their photo contest for a chance to win a $500 gift card. - May 12, 2015 - Whole Latte Love
Arizona Flower Market Offers a Simple Twist on Do-It-Yourself Mothers Day Flower Arrangement Ideas
Making a gift for Mom means so much to her. She will cherish the item for years to come. With all the DIY options out there, the Arizona Flower Market has the perfect Mother's Day floral craft projects to make Mom's day extra special. - May 06, 2015 - Arizona Flower Market
Arizona Family Florist Announces Grand Opening of Wholesale to the Public Flower Market
Arizona's first and only wholesale to the public flower market is open in downtown Phoenix. The public gets wholesale pricing and business to business customers enjoy a tiered pricing structure. Located in the heart of the Phoenix Flower District, Arizona Flower Market carries thousands of fresh blooms in their 4,000 sq. ft. cooler, plus all varieties of vases, ribbon, embellishments, design tools, etc. It is a true destination for all floral DIY'ers. - May 04, 2015 - Arizona Family Florist
Paradise Sun Products Announces Cush’n Shade® Sunshades at Hilton Waikoloa Village
Announcing the Paradise Sun Products, LLC has partnered with Hilton Hotel Waikoloa Village to feature Cush'n Shade Sunshade. - May 03, 2015 - Paradise Sun Products, LLC
Hammerstock 2015 at Grayhaven Winery
On Saturday, May 16th from 11 am to 6 pm, the Central Virginia Blacksmith Guild and Grayhaven Winery will be hosting a festival featuring demonstrators, live music, wine tasting, food, and a raffle of handcrafted items. Tickets are available at http://www.eventbrite.com/e/hammerstock-2015-tickets. (Additional fee for wine tasting). For more information, please contact Julian Cook at cvbg@gmail.com - May 01, 2015 - Grayhaven Winery
Auction - Everything One's Man Cave Might Need!
Everything for one's Man Cave to be auctioned by Lewis & Maese Antiques & Auction - 1505 Sawyer St. Houston, TX 77007 1:00 pm (CDT) Saturday, May 9, 2015 Looking to redesign a Gentleman's corridor? Maybe your den, library or "Man Cave" could use another unique work of art? Lewis... - May 01, 2015 - Lewis & Maese Antiques & Auctions
Crafters Await Upcoming Mega Meet for 16th Year
Scrapbook show drives crafters to preserve memories. - April 29, 2015 - Scrapbooks Mega Meet
Royal Room Owners Achieve Teaching Certification
Royal Room Owners achieve teaching certification of the Amy Howard at Home finishes product line. Tiffany and Jonathan, the co-owners of the Royal Room Finishes and Interiors in Houma, Louisiana completed a 3 day Amy Howard at Home Instructor Certification in Memphis, Tennessee. They are now able... - April 29, 2015 - The Royal Room
Inayaaz Makes a Splash at GBK’s MTV Movie Awards Luxury Celebrity Gift Lounge with a Stunning New Collection
Inayaaz Gemstone Jewelry (www.inayaaz.etsy.com) in association with The Artisan Group® gifted its Adjustable Gemstone Bangles at GBK’s 2015 MTV Movie Awards Weekend Gift Lounge, that took place April 10-11, 2015 at an exclusive location in Hollywood, California. The company’s handcrafted gemstone jewelry was gifted to celebrities, VIPs and members of the press. - April 24, 2015 - Inayaaz
Sew Hot and Lily's Quilts Announce Joint Collaboration on New Mini Quilt Club
Lynne Goldsworthy of Lily's Quilts and Sew Hot have collaborated on an exciting and innovative new Mini Quilt Club. Lynne will be designing twelve mini quilts exclusively for Sew Hot, each based on a new fabric collection. The mini quilt kits will be offered as a monthly subscription for 12 months, starting in July 2015. - April 12, 2015 - Sew Hot
Noah’s Park & Playgrounds Brings Agility to Pets and Pet Owners at the Edmond Dog Park
Noah’s Park & Playgrounds adds agility, strength and obedience to the, already entertaining, Bickham-Rudkin Edmond Dog Park with the addition of a BarkPark™ Intermediate Dog Park Agility Course. Bickham-Rudkin Dog Park of Edmond, located at E. 33rd and Rankin Terrace, was... - April 07, 2015 - Noah's Park & Playgrounds
Most Valuable Michael Jordan Game Worn Jersey Uncovered
Worn during the 1998 NBA Finals, this Michael Jordan Chicago Bulls jersey is expected to set a World's Record Price for a Game Worn Jersey. - April 02, 2015 - MEARS Auctions
ReveMoto.com Launches a New, More User-Friendly Website for Painted Car Part Buyers
With a complete website redesign, ReveMoto hopes to improve the customer buying experience. - March 26, 2015 - ReveMoto.com
2015: Year of Soils—How To Prepare Your Soil for Spring Planting
The United Nations declared 2015 as the International Year of Soils and the California Compost Coalition has launched a healthy soils campaign to help spread the word. Residential gardeners can institute their own healthy soils efforts by enhancing their garden soil now in preparation for the... - March 12, 2015 - Agromin
Fast Growing iROBUSTO Cigar Site Adds Online TV Show
The iROBUSTO interactive cigar-themed online magazine will feature a new online TV show named “Meet in the Middle.” The show’s first episode is planned to be recorded on March 15, 2015. - March 11, 2015 - iROBUSTO.com
Hundreds of Original Quilts at Dallas Quilt Show at Market Hall March 13-15
Quilter's Guild of Dallas presents its annual Quilt Show at Dallas Market Hall, March 13-15, featuring 400 judged quilt entries, 3 special exhibits, guest lectures, and 130 vendors. The theme for the show is "Funny Quilts." - March 04, 2015 - Quilters Guild of Dallas
Bedding Giant Home Decorating Co. Announces Big Weekend Site-Wide Sale
Bedding and home decor giant Home Decorating Co. is having a rare weekend sale. Read more for details. - February 21, 2015 - Home Decorating Company
Cigar Themed Interactive Online Magazine Launches March 1st
iROBUSTO is a website that features innovative marketing opportunities for cigar companies and a social interactive approach to its visitors and members. New online magazine, iROBUSTO.com, announced today that it will be delivering new and exciting talking points for the cigar community. The... - February 21, 2015 - iROBUSTO.com
ACTÍVA Products Paper Mache is Used in Latest Hands on Crafts for Kids Project
ACTÍVA Products is excited to announce that one of their products has been featured in the latest Hands On Crafts for Kids episode 1705. The company was founded in 1959 and has been supplying Arts and Craft materials to this niche market ever since. ACTÍVA is the largest worldwide... - February 17, 2015 - ACTIVA Products
New Income Stream for Designers and Artists
Freedom Creative Group opens the doors for EtyArt.com Artist Submissions, and is offering a $10 Bonus to the first 50 registered Artist Contributors. Now artists have a new income opportunity, and creative outlet in which to partake, as well as a new social endeavor to help create the largest repository of name art in the world. - January 31, 2015 - Freedom Creative Group Inc.
Global Broadcasting Networks Presents the American Patchwork & Quilting Podcast
The pages of your favorite magazine, American Patchwork & Quilting®, come to life when podcast host Pat Sloan talks about the latest quilting trends, ideas, and inspiration. Her guests include quilt pattern designers, authors, quilt shop owners, and, of course, our editors—all quilters, just like you! - January 26, 2015 - Global Broadcasting Networks, Inc
50pictures- Invitation to an International Miniature Quilt Challenge in Aid of Doctors Without Borders
The innovative online magazine Quilt around the World starts into the New Year 2015 with an exciting challenge for all interested quilting friends: Under the motto "50pictures" an inspirational photo featuring one of various nature and man-made motifs will be published on the Quilt around... - January 24, 2015 - Quilt around the World GmbH
Nominations in the 2015 DollObservers.com Fashion Doll Awards Announced
Mattel, Barbie Collector, Integrity Toys, Tonner Doll Company, Superdoll Collectables, Kingdom Doll and more nominated for the 4th DollObservers.com Fashion Doll Awards. Public voting for the eventual winners is now open. - January 13, 2015 - DollObservers.com
One-Year Anniversary of Reclaimed Lumber Line of Products
Fort Worth Pallets celebrates first year of offering recycled lumber products to creative minds. - January 06, 2015 - Fort Worth Pallets
Winterize Woodworking Tools with Tips from E.B. Tool Company
Midwest-based E.B. Tool Company offers tips for winterizing tools for home improvement. - January 04, 2015 - EB Tool Company
Family Historian 6 Adds Internet Data Matching and Much More...
Calico Pie today announced the release of version 6 of Family Historian, the popular desktop genealogy software product. - December 10, 2014 - Calico Pie Limited
Arts & Artisans Day Returns to the Central Sarasota Farmer's Market in Sarasota, Florida
In Time for the Holidays, Arts & Artisans Day Returns to the Central Sarasota Farmer's Market on December 6. - November 30, 2014 - Central Sarasota Farmer's Market
New Family Tree Board Game Promises to Help Strengthen Family Knowledge and Relationships Over the Holidays
A recently launched online game design course on the learning portal Udemy.com offers anyone the opportunity to create their own genealogy family tree board game to generate friendly competition and open communication among family members during the holidays. - November 18, 2014 - Luanga Nuwame
Destenaire Discusses the Aero-X with Chief Technology Officer Mark De Roche
Destenaire writer Bree Steinbronn discusses the Aero-X with Aerofex CTO Mark De Roche. - November 13, 2014 - Destenaire
Destenaire Discusses the Transition® with Terrafugia VP of Business Development
Destenaire writer Bree Steinbronn discusses the Transition® with Richard Gersh. - November 07, 2014 - Destenaire
A New Mascot Prepares to Hit the Streets of New York City
Eight-Foot Karate Sensei is Sure to Attract Attention; Superhero vs. Warm and Fuzzy - November 04, 2014 - D-Dojo Karate
TorontoKnits.ca Promotes Knitting, Crochet & Fibre-Arts in GTA
Local digital interactive boutique, Primordial Soup, launches TorontoKnits.ca, the go-to website for GTA and surrounding area knitters, crocheters and fibre-arts enthusiasts. TorontoKnits.ca boasts a curated Business Directory, Events Calendar, and regional Classifieds. The website's directory... - October 29, 2014 - Primordial Soup
Gulf Coast Resident Comes Out of Retirement to Help with the 2015 St. Jude Dream Home
80 year old Andy Vitali from Andy’s Iron works in Long Beach, Mississippi, retired as a true craftsman in the ironworks business. In hopes of helping raise one million dollars for the St. Jude Children’s Hospital, Andy came out of retirement to work on a special project for the 2015 Dream Home. - October 23, 2014 - Elliott Homes LLC