"If educating the public about our work and processes isn't a good marketing strategy where does that leave us in terms of the value of our work in the marketplace? Sort of confused by your comment, Harriet, so I'd like to understand it…"
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August 2010 Blog Posts (13)
Of2Worlds / TheLostDreamMachine
Combining two worlds; Two passions.
Already as a child I was interested in science-fiction and fantasy. "Voyage to the middle of the earth", "20.000 miles under the sea" and many other books of Jules Verne were my
favourite literature.
The movie "Metropolis" of Fritz Lang…
Added by marcus marguillier on August 30, 2010 at 3:30am — 1 Comment
2 More Landscape Cuffs
Just completed a custom order for a large (8") cuff bracelet - Meadow and Desert looking good together!
Added by Deborrah Daher on August 29, 2010 at 10:31am — No Comments
New issue of Journal of Modern Craft - Does Craft Want to be Free?
To coincide with the release of JMC 3.2, the online version of the journal has a focus on creative commons for craft.
Traditionally, craft evolved in guilds that limit access to technical knowledge and controlled prices. Today there is talk of
‘digital guilds’ that use open platforms to freely share information.
Yet, the modern design industry depends on the notion of intellectual
property to encourage investment in innovation. How do current systems
like Creative… Continue
Traditionally, craft evolved in guilds that limit access to technical knowledge and controlled prices. Today there is talk of
‘digital guilds’ that use open platforms to freely share information.
Yet, the modern design industry depends on the notion of intellectual
property to encourage investment in innovation. How do current systems
like Creative… Continue
Added by Kevin Murray on August 29, 2010 at 1:16am — No Comments
Woman's Best Ornament from Godey's Lady's Book
GODEY'S LADY'S BOOK
Philadelphia, February 1850
WOMAN'S BEST ORNAMENT
BY REV. B. P. ROGERS.
LET me urge upon my female readers, especially those who are in youth, the importance of taking loftier and better views of life than those taught by the vain world. It is…
ContinueAdded by Rickson on August 26, 2010 at 2:30pm — 2 Comments
Beautiful Buds and Blooms...
Added by Linda Dacey on August 23, 2010 at 3:46pm — No Comments
Drawn to Develop
I am entering a new world. The world of drawings and screen printing.
I'd love your thoughts on how these could be applied to products.…
ContinueAdded by Rickson on August 18, 2010 at 1:30pm — 5 Comments
Indie Craft Parade
September 10-11 at the Huguenot Mill in Greenville,SC
Friday 6pm - 9pm
Saturday 9am - 5 pm
The Indie Craft Parade is a juried art market, catering to…
ContinueAdded by Ashley Buchanan on August 16, 2010 at 10:23am — No Comments
Flower Brooches are a great way to update your wardrobe. These flowers will never wilt.
Flower Brooches are a greating better all the time. More dramatic, more iconic use of materials. View the collection on Crafthaus photos, or view the entire collection on Facebook or Flickr. No time like the present! Be my friend.
Added by Harriete Estel Berman on August 15, 2010 at 11:30am — 2 Comments
Jewelers for the Gulf
Hello Fellow Artisan,
Chris Hierholzer and Patsy Croft are putting together a fund for the families in Louisiana who have been directly affected by the Oil
Spill. I know you have seen what is happening here in our neighborhoods. Many
people are in need of help.
We’ve organized a Charity Auction on eBay Giving…
ContinueAdded by Patsy Croft on August 13, 2010 at 6:57pm — No Comments
Job Opportunity at Lark Crafts: Editorial Director
Exceptional opportunity at Lark Crafts:
Editorial Director
Position located in Asheville, NC
Lark Crafts is an imprint of Sterling Publishing Inc., which is a division
of Barnes & Noble. Attached is the job description for the Editorial
Director position, with appropriate HR contact information included.
The ideal candidate will be…
Added by Brigitte Martin on August 13, 2010 at 11:30am — No Comments
Adventures in Jewellery
...Getting excited about the Bath Exhibition.... I have enjoyed making again- need more....more more!…
Added by Tamsin Leighton-Boyce on August 10, 2010 at 8:00am — No Comments
Alright all. I hate doing these tag-a-thons, but I want some help from my friends. I plan on having an official launch of my online store Dystopiautopia.com in September, but I need some more product…
Alright all. I hate doing these tag-a-thons, but I want some help from my friends.
I plan on having an official launch of my online store Dystopiautopia.com in September, but I need some more products. Now, the focus of the site is The Look and Sound of the Underground. Essentially, it's what Hot Topic was sipposed to be, but better. I need some more artists that want to sell on the site. Here's what I'm looking for:
Bands
I need some bands to…
Added by John Harris on August 10, 2010 at 2:03am — No Comments
Artist Statement
The theme behind my work is to create a “city in the…
ContinueAdded by Ningrui Zhou on August 1, 2010 at 6:25pm — No Comments
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NEW: Treasures from Taiwan - a crafthaus online exhibition...
Treasures from Taiwan - a crafthaus online exhibition shows contemporary metal art and jewelry from 11 Taiwanese contemporary emerging artists. Treasures from Taiwan will be highlighted on Crafthaus as an online exhibition from May 8 to June 7, 2013.
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Ann Thompson replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 2 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft
Anna Sprague posted a photo
Backyard Portrait: Winter
48" long necklace in sterling silver, patina, cast and fabricated.www.annaspraguejewelry.com
Harriete Estel Berman replied to John Lunn's discussion SNAG Toronto part 2 in the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft"Educating the customer sounds good, It is not an effective marketing strategy, but I heard those comments too at the SNAG Conference. .I look forward to hearing. your thoughts.Harriete
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Joy Ude posted a status"New Flickr photostream for my studio work and shows!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/joyoftextiles/"
Joy Ude posted a status"New Flickr photostream for my studio work!
http://www.flickr.com/photos/joyoftextiles/"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"UCA Farnham preview is this Thursday and show is open up to and including the 1st June! Jewellery and Metalwork in the foyer and James Hockey Gallery!"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"College shows coming up!!! any of you exhibiting this year and when?
http://www.newdesigners.com/
the J stands are the jewellery zone stands at New Designers!"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"Following the success of our fairs at RHS Garden Wisley, we are delighted to have been invited to stage another event at a RHS venue.
RHS Garden Hyde Hall, near Chelmsford, Essex. We shall be staging the event alongside the already…"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"This year South Hill Park’s annual Student Open evolves into the SHP Summer Open 2013, inviting Berkshire-based artists and makers to submit their latest work in this opportunity to exhibit. Student work from South Hill…"
Rebecca Skeels commented on Rebecca Skeels's group The Association for Contemporary Jewellery"Registration for International Jewellery London is now open.
You have been pre-qualified for FAST TRACK registration. A fast track pass gives you access to the International Jewellery London Trade Exhibition from 1- 4 September 2013.
We look…"
The Justified Sinner posted a blog postWhat Have I Been Up To?
Since returning from Istanbul, it has been non-stop in the workshop, preparing work for orders and making some new pieces too. I've sidelined a number of works-in-progress in order to get on with more pressing issues, so there are no updates on my Chanel-inspired piece or my tribute to Alexander McQueen, though I have progressed apace with my first foray into electronics in jewellery, "14th Century Nightlife" which I hope to finish finally this coming week after it sitting on my bench for…See More
John Lunn added 2 discussions to the group Tapestry of Talents: Bringing Your Whole Voice to Your Craft
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Showing Publicly and Building a Legacy Privately
- by Rebecca Rose. 2013, SNAG/crafthaus Scholarship Recipient
For the next 13 months we'll discuss the trials, triumphs, and tribulations of exhibiting in art shows as emerging artists and established artists. Exhibition coverage will be balanced with tips on how to strategically build a legacy over a length of time, in a way that makes sense to your individual goals as an artist and maker.
Join us each month! There will be surprises around every corner, with photos, videos, SNAG conference coverage, and occasional interviews by rising artists!
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