Primary Sites:
* Becky Johnson's security envelope pinback buttons project *****
We like the work of BC-born Becky Johnson, who has lately been creating crocheted elf hats, neck-warmers and security envelope pinback buttons. Six bucks buys you a whole set of the latter.
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* City of Craft, Toronto *****
Saturday, December 13, 2008, Toronto. This is definitely a Be There or Be Square event! Don't miss it.
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Abra-ca-Bow-dra: Bowdabra is a craft sensation ****
Persistence -- not a magic wand -- has made Sandy Sandler's Bowdabra a household word for bow-making enthusiasts from Las Vegas to Luxembourg.
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Blanche and Guy Designs (Anne Garber review) ****
Great Gift idea: These beads are very special, artistic creations, real marvels of creativity, and -- we imagine -- patience.
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Bowdabra (Garber review) ****
Designed by self-proclaimed "craft-challenged" Sandy Sandler, the Bowdabra® is an easy-to-use crafting tool used to make bows. We give this product a hearty four stars!
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Crafty gifts for artsy gals *
It may be too late for Christmas, but you just KNOW Valentine's Day is right around the corner. . .
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Cupcake Day at the Knit Cafe, Toronto *****
On December 13th, the Knit Café (in partnership with the City of Craft) will be
hosting "Cupcake Day."
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Featured gift: etsy's Amigurumi Competition *****
This current competition -- on etsy.com -- (closes December 17, 2005) is particularly wonderful for gift-seekers, as the items entered to compete are also available for sale for set prices.
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Knit-picking in Toronto *
If they use high-lanolin, natural wool, could this be a solution for the leaky condo? New craft fair in Toronto runs December 1, 2007.
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Make this easy Apple Wreath *
The scent of apples is in the air! One of our favourite things about this time of year is fresh, crisp, delicious apples. They're perfect for baking, snacking, and even...decorating.
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Paper Glossary *
All about paper -- bookbinding, scrapbooking, crafts, et alia.
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PaperZone (Garber review) *
Under the banner * inspire * design * create * PaperZone offers a truly staggering variety and range of fine papers.
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Rachel-and-Kate's SpincycleYarns, Bellingham (Garber review) *****
Here are some locally made and beautiful fibres, rainbow-splashed, supple -- and they have the non-uniform look of natural filaments, hand-carded, dyed and spun.
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Simply...charming! (a craft idea) *
A fast and easy (and inexpensive) craft idea for yourself, as a hostess gift, or a present for anyone on your list.
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Stampadoodle (Garber review) *
Anne Garber discovers a wonderful craft, stamp, art and paper store -- that was right under her nose!
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Stampadoodle lunch-time demos -- free *
Free Stampadoodle lunch-time demos are scheduled 12 noon to 1:00 p.m. every Wednesday during the summer. Come early for a seat and join the fun!
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Sweetie Pie buttons latest fashion must-have *****
The pinback button is back this year, in a big way.
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Uninspired by Traditional Holiday Decorations? *
It's none too early to start thinking about holiday decorating -- especially for those who always seem to need time to prepare.
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Wood Buttons dot com *
A easy-to-navigate site, this one offers just what they say -- buttons, buttons, buttons. They also offer beads, buckles and toggles.
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Secondary Sites:
7th Annual Hills to Mills Woodworking & Craft Show ****
July 7-9, 2006, Deming, WA.
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Anacortes Arts Festival **** 1/2
A juried crafts fair...and much more! August 4-6, 2006: 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Friday & Saturday; 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday. Downtown Anacortes, WA.
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Art by the Bay - Camano Island ****
Camano Island's fine arts festival, now in its 14th year -- July 15-16, 2006 -- Camano Island, WA.
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Bellingham crafter turns love of knitting into purse-making business **** 1/2
Rebecca Senechal creates Naugahyde vinyl purses with bold, graphic appliqués and attention-getting colours.
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Coupeville Arts and Crafts Festival **** 1/2
The 43rd annual arts and crafts festival in the historic waterfront district of Coupeville, WA, on Whidbey Island. August 12 to 13, 2006.
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Esquimalt Arts & Crafts Society's 31st Annual 'Naturally Christmas' Sale *
Sat. Nov. 24 & Sun. Nov. 25, 2007, Esquimalt, BC
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Fab Fair 2005 *
A Jewellery and Fashion Accessory Extravaganza - November 18 & 19, 2005, Vancouver, BC
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Holiday Pinecone Wreaths 12 ys+ *
Sorry, finished for 2003.
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Jefferson County Fair *** 1/2
August 8 to 11, 2006. Port Townsend, WA.
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La Bella Strada -- Bellingham, WA ****
Bellingham's Arts and Crafts Festival, "La Bella Strada" -- Sunday, August 13, 2006.
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Martha Under Fire: Lay off the lady *
Down came a Spider and sat down beside her...and defended poor Martha Stewart, today!
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Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival -- Mukilteo, WA ****
The 41st annual Lighthouse Festival -- September 8, 9, & 10, 2006, Mukilteo, WA.
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Pacific Arts Holiday Market *****
Dec. 7-9, Dec. 14-16, Dec. 21-24, 2007 -- Daily 10am-6pm, Monday 12/24 10am-3pm, Bellingham, WA.
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