New York Sheep and Wool Festival and AQS Cancel In-Person Shows for 2020
Concerns about COVID-19 have caused craft industry event organizers to cancel shows throughout the spring and summer. Now, show cancelations are also being announced for the fall and winter season including Rhinebeck and the AQS shows.
Michaels is Hurting Despite E-commerce Boom
With many retail stores required to shut down in the pandemic, Michaels saw a big bump in e-commerce but overall fell way short of expectations.
Clothworks Prints 1 Millionth Yard of American Made Brand Fabric
This year, Clothworks is celebrating its one-millionth yard of American Made Brand fabric, quilting cotton that’s manufactured entirely in the United States.
Michaels to Close Darice By the End of November
Michaels will be closing Darice, its wholesale division, by November 30, 2020. Michaels acquired Darice as part of the Lamrite West acquisition in 2016 along with Pat Catan stores.
Transitioning Employees to Remote Work
Even as COVID-19 health and safety restrictions are relaxed, many companies intend to shift employees to remote work permanently. Could your creative business benefit from transitioning employees to remote work?
Shining a New Light on Sewing: The Growing Trend of Sewing with Projectors
An emerging group of industrious sewists are now projecting patterns directly onto fabric eliminating the paper all together.
Summer Reading: Books for Craft Business Owners
Want to get inspired or improve an aspect of your business? We’ve collected nine new books that are sure to appeal to craft business owners.
Tacony Corporation Has Sold Nancy’s Notions to Missouri Star
Tacony Corporation announced today that it has sold Nancy’s Notions to Missouri Star Quilt Company.
Homebound Makers Spur Craft Kit Boom
While COVID-19 has forced many businesses to close, online shops selling craft kits have seen skyrocketing sales.
How to Offer Curbside Pickup Service for Your Business
As retail store owners weigh how to safely reopen, curbside pickup provides an enticing middle ground for stores that want to increase local sales with less risk. With precautions in place, some craft businesses are using curbside service to connect with local customers — from a distance.