Hobbies & Craft News
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DirectRooms.com – Postcard Fans Head for Trading Show in York During 1 to 2 April 2011
York makes a spectacular backdrop for many niche hobby events and this April the historic city will host the 2011 York Postcard Expo at York's famous Racecourse. - March 15, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
The Wreath Depot Has Announced Their Buy One, Get the Second Half Off Sale for Fall Wreaths and More
The Wreath Depot is welcoming spring by offering their customers the opportunity to buy one wreath and get a second wreath at half price. At the time of shipping the wreaths, one will receive 50% off of the lower priced piece, and receive free shipping for their purchases. The Wreath Depot has... - March 11, 2011 - The Wreath Depot
Webvision2020 Blog Shows Fishermen How to Make Their Own Fishing Lures
A surprising new trend is slowly emerging by amateur fishermen. They are starting to make their own fishing lures to save money and to catch more fish. This new blog teaches how easy it is for people to make fishing lures themselves, allowing fishermen to take matters into their own hands. - March 09, 2011 - Webvision2020 Pty Ltd
Starborn Industries Introduces New CAP-TOR™ Screws for Capstock and Composite Decking
CAP-TOR is the Only Screw on the Market Specifically Designed for Capstock Decking - March 09, 2011 - Starborn Industries
Boot Ranch is Back
After being put on hold for the recent downturn, Boot Ranch (in Fredericksburg Texas) is finally back in business. Pro golfer Hal Sutton's original vision continues as lot sales have now resumed. Golf membership are also available for the highly-acclaimed golf course, and a new 55,000 sq ft, $30 million "clubhouse village" opened its doors this week. "Hal Sutton has designed one of the great golf courses in Texas, and the clubhouse is just as spectacular," said project manager Charles Perry. - March 08, 2011 - Boot Ranch
Carlton Hobbs Announces New York Launch of the Groundbreaking Study of Early Louisiana Furniture: "Furnishing Louisiana"
Carlton Hobbs, the leading specialist in museum quality 17th-19th century British and Continental furniture and decorative arts, has announced that they are hosting the New York launch of "Furnishing Louisiana": Creole and Acadian Furniture, 1735–1835 at their New York gallery, at... - March 08, 2011 - Carlton Hobbs LLC
Orchestra Conductor to Give Away Secrets of the Profession
Interview will help hundreds of Tampa Bay radio listeners enjoy live music. - March 04, 2011 - Stone Cottage Arts Foundation
Meter Wise, Spool Wiser: Rings & Things Charm Chain
Rings & Things lays on the charms, with new charm chain. This “dangle chain” drapes nicely and adds great texture, depth and jingle to all types of designs, and is eye-catching enough to be the focus of a jewelry piece. This unique four- to five-millimeter cable chain sports... - February 23, 2011 - Rings & Things Wholesale
Antiquorum Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces Auction Hong Kong, February 26, 2011
Antiquorum is delighted to present its upcoming “Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces” to be held on Saturday February 26 at the Mandarin Oriental Hong Kong. More than 450 carefully selected timepieces will be offered during this first sale of the year. The preview will be held at... - February 19, 2011 - Antiquorum
ComputerUser.com Partners with Top Crossword Writer to Develop a New Concept in Content Delivery for Websites
Myles Mellor, one of the world’s top crossword writers, has developed a novel concept for generating traffic to websites and adding to time on site. In partnership with ComputerUser.com Myles Mellor is now testing the concept with a crossword filled with terminology relating to computer... - February 16, 2011 - ComputerUser.com
DirectRooms.com – Attend the Gardening Australia Expo in Adelaide During 12 to 14 March 2011
DirectRooms.com would hereby like to announce that a Gardening Australia Expo will be held in Adelaide, Australia from 12th to 14th March 2011. The venue this year is the Adelaide Event and Exhibition Centre. - February 16, 2011 - DirectRooms.com
QuiltTimeTravel – Extraordinary Study Tour, Exploring the Historical Paths of the U.S. State of Virginia
In the autumn of 2010 and taking the motto “QuiltTimeTravel,” a group of enthusiastic German and Swiss quilters undertook an extraordinary journey to explore the historically and culturally important U.S. state of Virginia. Under the expert guidance of Jutta Hufnagel, Managing Director... - January 26, 2011 - Quilt around the World GmbH
Guideposts Releases Free eBook Creative & Personal Growth: 7 Inspiring Stories On How Crafts Can Change Your Life
Leading Inspirational Publisher Makes Available a Free eBook Filled with Real-Life Stories of People Transforming Their Lives Through Creative Projects. - January 20, 2011 - Guideposts
DMG Productions is Proud to Announce the Development of a Special Series on "Equine Health" as Part of Their "Health Heroes" Television Program
Most of the major health problems plaguing horses today could be easily cured or prevented if there was more education out there for the Equestrian. - January 19, 2011 - DMG Productions, LLC
Steins-N-More Now Offers Auburn National Championship Mugs and Glasses
EK Enterprise today announced that it is offering the 2010 National Football Champions mugs and glasses for Auburn on the Steins-N-More website. Steins-N-More features glass beer mugs, coffee mugs, beer tankards, and a variety of glasses for college teams. “I am a big college sports fan and... - January 14, 2011 - EK Enterprise
Prime Publishing Releases eBook Featuring the Best Handmade Craft Ideas from 2010
Have a great New Year with this collection of handmade craft ideas from crochet patterns, knitting patterns, sewing patterns and more. These are your favorite projects from 2010. - January 12, 2011 - Prime Publishing
The SMART-BIT® Pre-Drilling and Countersinking Tool from Starborn Industries Receives International Patents in Australia & Canada
Starborn Industries, Inc., a leading manufacturer of fasteners and related products for the building industry, has expanded on its domestic and international sales success of its SMART-BIT® pre-drilling & countersinking tool with the receipt of patents in both Australia and Canada. Now... - January 07, 2011 - Starborn Industries
GRE Introduces Next Generation Digital P25 Scanning Receiver
General Research of Electronics at the 2011 International Consumer Electronic Show, intro’s a radio scanner that is extremely easy to use. Consumers will now be able to experience and purchase the GRE line of scanners at their local retail stores. - January 06, 2011 - GRE America, Inc.
Races2U Puts a New Twist on an Old Hobby - Slot Car Racing Makes a Digital Comeback in a Mobile Format
While the days of racing slot cars on big indoor tracks may have waned, new digital technology has allowed slot car racing to go mobile. Races2U is a new company that brings slot car racing to the racers. - January 06, 2011 - Races2U
Weller Haus Bed and Breakfast Begins Offering Weekend Scrapbooking and Crafting Retreats
Weller Haus Bed and Breakfast is now utilizing their 1700 square foot event space to host weekend long srapbooking and crafting retreats. A Friday-Sunday getaway weekend includes accommodations, 24 hour a day crafting sessions and five meals. - January 05, 2011 - Weller Haus Bed and Breakfast
Jolly Rogue Studios Set to Publish Sky Pirates of Valendor
Everett Soares, creator and writer of the small press comic book title Sky Pirates of Valendor, announced today that Jolly Rogue Studios will assume publishing responsibilities for the upcoming 6-issue second chapter, set to launch January 14, 2011. As Uncle Ben wisely once said “With great... - January 01, 2011 - Jolly Rogue Studios
New Supplies for Hair Accessories from Rings & Things
Jewelry parts supplier Rings & Things invites craft artisans to comb through its new findings for making hair accessories. All have reasonable prices and reliable quality, allowing designers to let their hair down and create with confidence. Extensions to Rings & Things' line of quality... - December 25, 2010 - Rings & Things Wholesale
Social Light’s Stylish Candle Accessories Spark Interest in Environmentally Conscious Consumer Market
Reusable and Refillable luxury candle lighter company promoting environmental stewardship - December 24, 2010 - Social Light
The Stanley Gibbons Guide to Stamp Pricing
Stanley Gibbons' Catalogue Editor and lifelong collector, Hugh Jefferies, offers a few tips. - December 24, 2010 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
Stanley Gibbons Auction Demonstrates Strength of China Market
Stanley Gibbons latest public auction shows the strength of the China market with a 1968 Chinese stamp more than doubling its pre auction estimate despite being described as having been repaired, re-gummed and having tone spots. - December 19, 2010 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
New Company to Send Photos to Space in Honor of 50th Anniversary of Manned Space Flight
A new launch services company, Photos to Space is providing the public the opportunity to participate in space flight. Currently, space travel is unavailable for the general public; however, through a new website (www.photostospace.com), consumers are able to send themselves to space in the form of... - December 15, 2010 - Photos To Space
Superb Results for Antiquorum's Year End Sale
Antiquorum's December auction of “Important Modern and Vintage Timepieces” in New York totaled a noteworthy $3,506,675. A remarkable 83% of the 356 timepieces were sold by lot and 119% sold by value, based on the low estimate. In addition to the many telephone, room, and commission... - December 11, 2010 - Antiquorum
Stanley Gibbons All World Public Auction Offers New Discoveries
Stanley Gibbons public auction, taking place on Wednesday 15th December, offers several items which experts have never seen before as well as a selection of Lots being sold on behalf of Durrell Wildlife Conservation Trust. - December 11, 2010 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
Three eBooks from Prime Publishing Feature Easy to Make Christmas Crafts
FaveCrafts sister sites AllFreeKnitting, AllFreeCrochet and AllFreeSewing have released eBooks featuring easy to make Christmas crafts including knit Christmas stockings, crochet Christmas wreaths and easy to make Christmas ornaments. - December 08, 2010 - Prime Publishing
New Release Hooks Readers with Details of Washington Fishing Spots; Book by John E. Moore, Published by Dog Ear Publishing
Imagine a relaxing fishing trip, led by an expert who’s visited the spot many times. He knows when fish are biting – and where – and shares tips on how to catch them. This fishing guide offers just that kind of detailed information on lakes on and around the Kitsap Peninsula of... - December 05, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
New Golf Course Landscape Paintings by Guy Salvato Unveiled
Golf Impressions Plus announced today the unveiling of six new original paintings by Ohio artist Guy Salvato. Included in the new series are oils depicting signature holes from Royal St. George’s, Tralee, Hickory Hills, Tobacco Road and Dormie golf clubs. All original pieces were painted in 2010. - November 26, 2010 - Golf Impressions Plus
Update Your Home with Trendsetting Ideas from the Quick & Easy Decoupage eBook
FaveCrafts.com and Plaid partner to offer a Quick and Easy Decoupage eBook with 12 projects to update your decor. Learn how to use Mod Podge and then get inspired to decoupage. - November 25, 2010 - FaveDiets.com
Curtains Up for Scene Partner
In January 2010, Kevin Smith, owner of MyTheaterApps.com was starting to put together the content for a new iphone app, Scene Partner, that would turn the iPhone into a tool to help actors memorize their lines. Actors would be able to load scripts into the phone via a website, and the app would use... - November 20, 2010 - TFI Envision, Inc.
Vacheron Constantin and Historic Rolex GMT to Highlight Antiquorum’s December Auction
Antiquorum Auctioneers, the world’s premier watch auctioneer, is looking forward to its’ December 8th auction at their US headquarters on Madison Avenue in New York City. The sale will encompass an impressive collection of 356 modern and vintage watches including an extremely rare... - November 19, 2010 - Antiquorum
New G2 Bottle Cutter™: Currently Only at Delphi
The Generation Green™ bottle cutter is more versatile and easier to use than other bottle cutters on the market. Delphi has exclusive rights to be the first company to offer this new glass craft tool. - November 19, 2010 - Delphi Glass Corporation
Wisconsinmade.com Welcomes Germanson Arts, LLC Into Its Artisan Group
Wisconsinmade.com, an e-commerce gift store, is pleased to announce that Germanson Arts, LLC, of Waunakee, Wisconsin, has joined their artisan group. Wisconsinmade.com carefully selects only the finest-quality products made in Wisconsin and offers them for sale on the Internet. "We are... - November 18, 2010 - Wisconsinmade.com
Pocket-Size Face Painting "Roll-on" Spirit Roller Pen™ Hits Market
Spirit Pen Promotions, LLC, producers of promotional face painting spirit wear and team spirit items, announces the debut of their latest patent pending innovation, the Spirit Roller Pen™ - Liquid Roll-on Face Paint. - November 12, 2010 - Spirit Pen Promotions, LLC
Innovative d100 Roleplaying Game from Author Robert Stanek a Hit with Math and Statistics Fans
Robert Stanek's innovative d100 system and active gaming rules have been a big hit with math and statistics fans who enjoyed the pure simplicity and power of the mathematics behind the rules. “Battle for Ruin Mist Core Roleplaying Game Rules” allows readers to explore and roleplay in the fantasy world of the popular Ruin Mist books. - November 09, 2010 - RP Books & Audio - Reagent Press
JamHub Inventor Wants to Equalize Music and Sports for Kids
Music making is linked to improved confidence, math skills and science skills, however in most schools, sports programs are flourishing while music programs are languishing. Steve Skillings, the inventor of JamHub silent rehearsal studios, believes that high school music programs can reach more kids through "modern music" bands. Noise and space concerns can now be addressed by the bands playing in small spaces through headphones. - November 09, 2010 - JamHub LLC
Joster International Announces the Launch of Fleur Daily™ Cupcake Vase
Making floral foam obsolete, Fleur Daily™ cupcake styled vases change how florist and home gardeners create their works of art. Designed with placement holes these colorful cupcake vases are quick and easy to decorate every time making them ideal no mess centerpieces and posies. Cute, fun,... - November 04, 2010 - Joster International Inc
Stanley Gibbons Collections and Ranges Auction Shows Market Stability
Stanley Gibbons’ Collections and Ranges auction 5857 closed on Wednesday 20th October with the best results ever recorded with 80% of lots selling over estimate. - October 29, 2010 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
Falkland Islands National Stamp Collection Completed by Stanley Gibbons
Following the donation of a Falkland Islands 1928 2½d Provisional in September, Stanley Gibbons is to complete the National Collection for the Falkland Islands Museum with a further donation of a Falkland Islands 1933 £1 Centenary. - October 24, 2010 - The Stanley Gibbons Group plc
Introducing Lovely Promenade, the place of lovely Shops and Pretty Places - New Advertising Forum Exclusive to Women in Business and Women Bloggers
Affordable Advertising with Value-Added Promotional Opportunities for Women Entrepreneurs, Women in Business and Bloggers - October 17, 2010 - A Natural Perspective
ArtFire.com Launches Newest ArtFire Member Feature “Check-Ins”
New "Check-Ins" allow Sellers on ArtFire.com to Instill Buyer Confidence and Demonstrate Their Dedication - October 13, 2010 - ArtFire
New Release Featuring Shakespeare-Related Puzzles; Book by Skip Wild Harrington, Released by Dog Ear Publishing
This fun-filled, often hilarious, puzzle book all about the 38 plays of William Shakespeare is the first of its kind. Jam-packed with criss-crosswords, anagrams, word scrambles, cryptograms, acrostics, word clouds, challenges, mazes, trivia challenges, word searches, jigsaws, Tom Swifties, rebuses,... - October 08, 2010 - Dog Ear Publishing
Exclusive Only at R u a Pole'forma? Pole Dance Studios is the Total Body Analysis Report for Pole Dance Class Students. Taking Atlanta by Storm.
Ladies, have you heard of the new fitness craze. It has taken America by storm, and it is the new revolution of exercise. Pole Dancing Fitness is the newest total body workout designed for women from all different backgrounds, ages, and sizes. Pole fitness dates back to the early 1900s, and was... - October 04, 2010 - R u a Pole'forma? Pole Dance Studios
Flags Connections is Proud to Present the New Military Flag Case - Burial Flag Display and Pedestal Case - Flag Pedestal
Flags Connections is proud to present the new military flag case - burial flag box. This New look is now available to the general public and is not only for Official military use. Burial flag Display and pedestal case- flag Pedestal /Item #: Spart_combo_fc Triangle burial flag and pedestal... - September 30, 2010 - Flags connections
World Wide Project to Determine the Reach of Quilting and Embroidering in the Hoop is Announced
"World Wide We’d Like to Get to Know You Bouquet" has been created to determine the reach of sewing enthusiasts that participate in embroidery and quilting in the hoop techniques available to computerized sewing machines. - September 23, 2010 - Queen of Stitching, Inc.
Antiquorum Offers Magnificent Collection of Rare and Unique Timepieces in Hong Kong Sale
Antiquorum Auctioneers [www.antiquorum.com ], the world’s premier watch auctioneer, is looking forward to its next sale of Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces on October 9th in Hong Kong. Collectors will have the opportunity to bid on 458 exceptional watches including a fantastic... - September 22, 2010 - Antiquorum
GreenLight Raises Growth Equity
Company Will Focus on Expanding Presence in Licensed Die-Cast Collectibles. - September 15, 2010 - GreenLight Collectibles