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Inspiration & shopping for crafters |
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Art stamps, mixed media, art journalling, die cutting, decoupage, beading, resin art, needle felting, decopatch, encaustic art and so much more to see, learn and buy. Watch demonstrations, join a Make & Take - enjoy a great weekend of crafting and creativity. Stamperama (event organiser since 1998) builds on the success of the Stamperama Harrogate show and launches CRAFTERAMA. The first event is held 10th-11th September 2022 at Yorkshire Event Centre, Harrogate; and the second event at Alexandra Palace March 11-12th 2023. Here's how to be part of this exciting event.
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Contemporary crochet |
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Pineapple Fibre Art is based in Devon and has grown slowly over the last five years as owner, Emma Manson worked out what her strengths were, how to sell and what sold well.
Here, Emma discusses her crochet business and her plans for the future...
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Snowtap partners with Blueprint Collections |
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Graphic design and illustration brand, Snowtap, has signed a deal with leading stationery and gift licensee, Blueprint Collections, to create a range of social stationery and gifts to launch in spring 2023. The news comes shortly after Snowtap was shortlisted for the Henries 2022 greeting card awards. The new range will feature the beautiful artwork from Snowtap, which includes illustrations in watercolour, line drawing and hand-drawn typography, with witty and motivational puns. The art takes inspiration from the natural world, and features a range of animals. Items in the Blueprint offering are set to include mugs, pencil cases, notebooks, pens, sunglasses cases, drinks bottles and more
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New h+h americas dates set for 2023 |
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After concluding a very successful premiere of h+h americas last month with 2,000 attendees and 198 exhibitors, Koelnmesse Inc. has announced the show dates for their follow-up event next year are set for June 21st - 23rd, 2023 (Wed- Fri) at the Donald E. Stephens Convention & Conference Centre in Rosemont. Koelnmess will extend the show from 2.5 to three full days, weekdays only. This change is based on survey results of exhibitors and buyers asking for additional time on the show floor.
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New Christmas florist crepe paper kit from Clairefontaine |
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ExaClair Limited has announced the addition of a Christmas Decoration Kit to the popular florist crepe paper creative kits from Clairefontaine. This new kit gives users the opportunity to create a beautiful hanging decoration for the festive season featuring red poinsettias, which can be a particular Christmas favourite. Everything needed is in the box, including step-by-step instructions, four 25cm wooden sticks to create the frame, four thick board templates for creating perfect petals and leaves, five assorted sheets of florist crepe paper, wires, gold glitter and a burlap bow to complete the rustic look.
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Award-winning craft show comes to Farnborough |
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For the first time, the award-winning Creative Craft Show will be arriving at Farnborough International from 2nd to 4th September, 2022 bringing exciting workshops, impressive features and fascinating demonstrations from industry leaders plus more than 100 expert exhibitors ready to assist and advise visitors. An ultimate weekend for hobbyists and crafters, the Creative Craft Show will welcome in the autumn season with cosy displays and festive features from local artists and organisations with the theme of harvest.
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New series on Conzoom Solutions: On your marks. Ready. Christmas! |
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A new series with expert tips for a profitable Christmas will start in August - both for online business and for the appealing design of shop windows and retail spaces. Trend expert Gabriela Kaiser and e-commerce specialist Peter Höschl guide retailers through the Christmas countdown. While customers are still celebrating barbecues, preparations for the year-end business are getting underway in both online outlets and brick-and-mortar retail stores. Because, no matter what, Christmas takes place and remains the most emotional and highest-turnover time of the year.
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Forthcoming Events |
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Please note: All dates are subject to changes, contact organisers for more information before making arrangements. To view more events, please visit the events page on our website...
4-7 Sep 2022 - Autumn Fair 2022 NEC Birmingham, B40 1NT, UK www.autumnfair.com
18-19 Sep 2022 - Scotland's Trade Fair Autumn SEC, Glasgow www.scotlandstradefairs.com
15-18 Jan 2023 - Harrogate Christmas & Gift Harrogate Convention Centre, King's Rd, Harrogate HG1 5LA www.harrogatefair.com
15-17 Jan 2023 - Giving & Living Westpoint, Exeter, EX5 1DJ www.givingliving.co.uk | |
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