Hobbies & Craft News
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Your Choice Program™ from DuraLife™ Blends Finish, Performance & Value to Create Beautiful, Custom Decks
First-of-Its-Kind Program Allows Users to Design Beautiful Outdoor Living Spaces by Selecting the Color They Want at the Performance & Price Points of Their Choice - January 14, 2016 - DuraLife
Rhode Island Comic Con Hosts Toy Buying Event
Altered Reality Entertainment, owners of Rhode Island Comic Con, the Biggest Show in the Smallest State, have announced a partnership with Bruneau & Co. Auctioneers, Rhode Island based auction house to host a Major Toy Buying Event slated for January 16, 2016 at the Crowne Plaza Hotel at the... - January 07, 2016 - Altered Reality Entertainment, LLC
Cool Springs Launches New Golf Technology for Heated Outdoor Driving Range
Bethel Park Driving Range is Now the Leader in Golf Technology in Western PA. - January 06, 2016 - Cool Springs
Arizona Flower Market Gives Away Roses in Exchange for Toys and Food Donations to Benefit The Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Phoenix, Arizona
Arizona Flower Market is supporting The Society of St. Vincent de Paul by offering a free dozen white roses to any customers between now and close of business on Christmas Eve, simply by bringing a donation of food or a toy. - December 23, 2015 - Arizona Flower Market
Sure-Shot Game Calls Upgrades the Yentzen ONE
The Yentzen ONE by Sure-Shot Game Calls becomes a new Rendition with an Upgrade. - December 18, 2015 - Sure-Shot Game Calls
Knitters Throughout Oklahoma Come Together to Landscape 108 Contemporary Art Gallery Unbearable Absence of Landscape
State of knitters come together to landscape building. Hundreds of knitters throughout the state of Oklahoma knit thousands of squares to complete the project directed by local artist Romy Owens. The building landscaped was 108 Contemporary. 108 Contemporary is a non profit supporting contemporary artists working in traditional craft materials. 108 Contemporary has a beautiful gallery located in Tulsa, Oklahoma's Brady Arts District. - December 14, 2015 - 108|Contemporary
Family Historian Offer for Family Tree Maker Users
Calico Pie announces a special offer for Family Tree Maker users. - December 11, 2015 - Calico Pie Limited
Brain Labs Innovation Group to Launch Flagship Product, "Whiskey Lab," the Better-Than-a-Barrel Aging Solution
Whiskey Lab’s development was inspired by its creators’ experience aging white whiskey that they made together in a distilling class. Looking to develop the complex flavors that they enjoyed in commercial whiskeys, they tried many of the products available on the market, but were left disappointed. Whiskey Lab allows aspiring spirit crafters to enjoy the process of wood-aging and tasting, with the same professional-quality experience of a full-sized whiskey barrel, on a home scale. - December 11, 2015 - BRAIN Labs, LLC
TCG Toys Launches New Puzzle Collection with Artwork by American Artist Heronim
TCG Toys announces the Heronim Puzzle Collection with artwork from the award-winning American artist. Heronim's Americana artwork is a favorite of puzzlers everywhere and has been portrayed in one of the most successful puzzle collections of the past 20 years. The new puzzle collection will be available in 300-piece, 500-piece, 1000-piece, and Deluxe Multi-Pack collections, and is expected to be available at top US and Canadian retailers in Spring 2016. - November 24, 2015 - TCG Toys
One of America's Top 25 Flea Markets Returns to Puyallup, Washington
The Great Junk Hunt Vintage Flea Market produced by Funky Junk Sister, Linda Albers returns to Puyallup, WA. Formally known as Junk Salvation this market has one several awards for top Flea Markets in the United States. - November 16, 2015 - FJS Productions
Now Florida Residents Can Enjoy Real Christmas Trees That Lasts All Season Long
A new logistics systems is allowing Florida residents to receive Christmas trees that last all season long, even in the heat. - November 06, 2015 - Hilltop Christmas Tree Farms
Daiso Japanese Variety Store to Open Second Texas Location in Irving
Daiso Irving store to host grand opening celebration Saturday-Sunday, November 21 and 22. - November 06, 2015 - Daiso USA
Apache Creek Mercantile Enters the Craft Industry with Their First Sewing Kit
Apache Creek Mercantile announced today the release of the Compact Professional Sewing Kit, the first compact, travel sewing kit with 185 sewing accessories featuring two sizes of scissors and 9 full-sized thread choices in a 8x5.5x1.25 CD-sized case. “Consumers have been calling for a... - October 28, 2015 - Apache Creek Mercantile
Hilltop Christmas Tree Farms Announce New Service to Deliver Straight to Your Door
Christmas should be that bit easier to organize this year thanks to Hilltop Farms' new online ordering service for Christmas Trees. - October 16, 2015 - Hilltop Christmas Tree Farms
Pick Your Own Christmas Tree from Your Own Living Room with New Hilltop Home Delivery
The pace of modern life means we don't always have the time our parents did – but the technology we have access to more than makes up for this. Now a new service from Hilltop Christmas Tree Farms is putting this technology to use at one of the busiest times of the year to allow people to... - October 13, 2015 - Hilltop Christmas Tree Farms
Leading Retailer of High-Quality Knives Launches Affiliate Program with AffiliateManager.com
KnifeArt.com teams up with AffiliateManager.com to market the “best of the best” products in the knife industry via the affiliate marketing model. - September 30, 2015 - AffiliateManager.com
Ocean Galleries Hosts Columbus Day Weekend Exhibition Featuring Artwork of Famed Artist Tom Everhart
Ocean Galleries is delighted to host the artist Tom Everhart, best known for his visual subject matter inspired by Charles M. Schulz. “The Art of Tom Everhart” runs Fri, Oct 9 through Mon, Oct 12, 2015 and will include limited editions and original artwork. Exhibit hours are 10AM-6PM Fri, Oct 9; 10AM-9PM Sat, Oct 10; 10AM-6PM Sun, Oct 11; and 10AM-5PM Mon, Oct 12. Everhart’s Peanuts© related work has shown in museums around the world, including an exhibit at the Louvre in Paris. - September 28, 2015 - Ocean Galleries
Richard L. Trueblood, Jr. Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Richard L. Trueblood, Jr. of Phoenix, Arizona has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for his outstanding contributions and achievements preparing hand-carved items for sale. About Richard L. Trueblood, Jr. Mr. Trueblood has over 45 years experience. He is the... - September 23, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
Galaxy Press Celebrates Talk Like a Pirate Day Saturday, September 19, with L. Ron Hubbard’s Swashbuckling Tale “Under the Black Ensign”
Before Jack Sparrow, there was Captain Tom Bristol recently seen in Hollywood reading his copy of “Under the Black Ensign” by L. Ron Hubbard (Galaxy Press). - September 17, 2015 - Galaxy Press
Exercise Your Creativity in Stockton with Savor&Stroke
A new kind of entertainment can be found in Stockton; and can be found right at The Stockton Art League Goodwin Gallery starting Wednesday, October 7th, 2015. - September 15, 2015 - Savor&Stroke
C'est La Vie Quartet Named Sweet Adelines International’s 2015 Rising Star Quartet Champion
C’est La Vie Quartet took home the title of Sweet Adelines International’s 2015 Rising Star Quartet Champion on Aug. 8, 2015, in Phoenix, Ariz. Sounderella Quartet placed second, Sing-A-Ma-Jigs Quartet placed third, Zenith Quartet placed fourth, and Resonance Quartet placed fifth. Out... - September 14, 2015 - Sweet Adelines International
Corvettes and Chevy's Headed to Sevierville Convention Center
This October, Sevierville will be revving with excitement as the Corvette/Chevy Expo brings Tennessee the all indoor Chevy show, and swap meet to the Sevierville Convention Center. This family-friendly event is running Oct. 16-17 from 9 a.m. until 6 p.m. on both Friday and Saturday, featuring... - September 10, 2015 - Corvette Chevy Expo
Writers of the Future Writers Workshop Delivered by David Farland, Orson Scott Card, Kevin J. Anderson, Rebecca Moesta and the Winner Twins
Galaxy Press hosted famous Writers of the Future Writers Workshop which was delivered to aspiring and established writers alike. - September 03, 2015 - Galaxy Press
Podcast Explores Pirates in History and Pop Culture
“Under the Crossbones” is a new podcast about pirates and the people behind the eye patches. The show features interviews with some of the most important people in the modern pirate subculture including actors, historians, musicians, archaeologists, authors, painters, and more. - August 28, 2015 - Dangerous Grooves Records
Alicia McNair Recognized by Strathmore's Who's Who Worldwide Publication
Alicia McNair of North Las Vegas, Nevada has been included in the Strathmore’s Who’s Who Worldwide Edition for her outstanding contributions and achievements in the field of massage therapy. About Alicia McNair Ms. McNair is the Owner of Ali, LLC which provides mobile massage therapy... - August 22, 2015 - Strathmore Worldwide
M2 Lighting Solutions, LLC Introduces a Wire That Lights Up, is Bendable and is Only Known by a Select Few
M2 Lighting Solutions, LLC, also known as ThatsCoolWire.com, is introducing El Wire to the world because only a small segment of the world population knows about this amazing lighting technology. - August 18, 2015 - M2 Lighting Solutions, LLC
Tiny Monsters Surpass $10,000 Kickstarter Campaign Goal
Everything Tiny aims to bring tiny humanoid skeletons to life with tweezers and glue. - August 14, 2015 - EverythingTiny
Bestselling Sci Fi and Fantasy Authors Host Hollywood Writing Workshop
New York Times Bestselling authors Dave Farland, Orson Scott Card, Kevin J. Anderson, Rebecca Moesta and the Winner Twins have announced that they will be instructing the Writers of the Future Writing Workshop in Hollywood this August. - August 06, 2015 - Galaxy Press
DeckLok Verified to Meet (ICC-ES) Codes
DeckLok, the patented lateral anchor system from Screw Products, Inc., recently received an updated ESR-2114 evaluation from ICC Evaluation Service (ICC-ES) verifying the bracket’s continued compliance with code requirements. This was based on a thorough examination of Screw Products, Inc. - August 04, 2015 - Screw Products
New Website Launch-Happiness Hangout.net
A Community of People, Resources and Activities that Support Personal Re-Energizing. - August 04, 2015 - Together We Win, Ltd
Alden's Kennels Welcomes New Advanced & Intermediate Dog Trainer
Alden’s Kennels owner Alden Domrase announced the addition of Advanced Dog Trainer, Aleta Eldridge. Eldridge will teach Intermediate and Advanced Dog Training. She has expertise in forensic investigations and trains Human Remains and Air Scent dogs to search for missing persons. Her English... - August 03, 2015 - Alden's Kennels
Hancock Fabrics Teams with AffiliateManager.com to Head Affiliate Program
HancockFabrics.com joins forces with AffiliateManager.com to promote specialty craft supplies and fabrics via the affiliate marketing model. - July 31, 2015 - AffiliateManager.com
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