Yarn Industry News Update: January 2020
Catch up on what’s happening in the yarn industry including increased fragmentation, boycott lists, ‘craft dabbling’ and fundraisers for Australia in our latest yarn industry news update from Stacey Trock.
Christine Haynes Relaunches Her Indie Sewing Pattern Company and Focuses on Work-Life Balance
Sewing pattern designer Christine Haynes is relaunching her business with an eye towards creating a healthy work-life balance.
Craft Industry Trends for 2020
Studying industry trends can help you make informed choices for your business and improve your product offerings. Explore where our industry is headed, and dive into the trends for 2020 that are shaping the craft industry.
Designer and Teacher Rohn Strong on Making It Work in the Fiber Industry
Rohn Strong is a hard-working fiber arts designer who has made crochet, knitting, needle punch, quilting, and sewing all a part of his career. In this profile, we learn more about how Strong came to be a designer, his current perspective on the industry, and more.
Swatched is a New Documentary Series Showcasing the Diversity of the Knitting Industry
Swatched is a new documentary series featuring knitwear and crochet designers. The pilot features designer Andrea Tong. The project’s goal is to showcase the diversity of stories within the industry.
11 Charities That Need Your Handmade Goods and Craft Supplies
For many crafters giving a handmade item to charity, whether it’s a knit hat, a quilt, or a baby blanket, is a way to show how much you care for others. If you enjoy crafting for charity, we’ve rounded up 11 charities that need your handmade goods and craft supplies.
Painting and Embroidery Combine in Katy Biele’s World
Katy Biele is an artist who combines painting with embroidery to create unique works of art. Originally from Chile, Biele’s travels have had a strong influence on her artistic technique and aesthetic.
Behind the Scenes with “Craft in America: QUILTS”
Being in a PBS documentary like “Craft in America: QUILTS” is a once in a lifetime opportunity. Read behind the scenes experiences from several quilters featured in the episode before it airs on PBS.
Strength in Adaptability: Thimble Fingers Sewing Studio in Houston, Texas
The floodwaters of Hurricane Harvey stopped about three blocks from Thimble Fingers Sewing Studio, in Houston, Texas, in the summer of 2017. And though the shop itself endured the storm without damage, the neighborhood it’s part of did not. But owner Sherry Reese has been remarkably adaptable.
A Handcrafted Decade: Industry Highlights from 2009-2019
As we prepare for 2020, we’re looking back over the decade and remembering craft industry highs and lows. The past ten years have seen rapid changes in technology and culture, many of which impacted craft business owners. Here’s a recap of some of the biggest moments in the craft world this decade.