here are some pictures of my set up for this years open house which is currently in full fling.
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Seems like I’m in a bracelet mood at the moment. i’ve spent the last few nights creating some lampwork charm bracelets in a whole range of colours.
These chunky bracelets have a lobster clasp and extender chain closure.
My person favourite is the autumn tones one. perfect for the current season with the tumbling golden leaves!
The bracelet holds a secret…… A story told in jewels and beads!
The bracelets different componants are all representative of the elements of the Nativity story. The bracelet comes boxed with a delightful poem unraveling the mysteries held within the bracelet.
They are available in three sizes. Child, adult and extra size. They are also available with a lobster clasp and extender chain for those who find the toggel clasp too fidly.
So what is crafty addicts all about…
Crafty Addicts is a craft haven of card making and scrapbooking supplies. We have everything for your hand made creations, from double sided tape to electronic cutting machines!
Crafty addicts has a massive select of stuff to make handmade craft items.
Here are a few things that caught my eye:
Flower soft embelishments:
Some great papers:
Plus loads of other stuff!
Crafty addicts isn’t only online but a full on bricks a motar shop in Chorley, Lancashire…
To visit Crafty addicts please click here: craftyaddicts.co.uk
For other uk crafts suppliers click here: http://www.ukcraftwebsites.co.uk/suppliers.php
Posted In: Cards, General crafts, Handcrafted, Paper Crafts, UK craft shops, ukcraftwebsites listings
I’ve been wondering for a while what I would do if my card creaser broke. I’ve not had it a particularly long time – my Mum bought it for my birthday after I’d nearly worn out her Lakeland Craft catalogue, and to be honest, I don’t know what I’d do without it!
After measuring (to make sure that the fold will be central) I use the sharpish tip to mark where I want my fold line at the top and bottom of the card, I then score between the two. This gives me the indent where the fold will be and then I simply fold the card and use the rounded edge to press on the fold. Thus providing a professional looking card! The card creaser is also useful for smoothing down any rough edges to the cards.
Go and buy one!!
Posted In: Cards, Craft Tutorials, Craft supplies, General crafts, Handcrafted, Misc, Paper, UK craft shops, ukcraftwebsites listings
Over the past couple of months I have been pulling my hair out and gnashing my teeth (not a pretty sight). The cause of all this anguish? Mr site!
Having previously set up my bead store on a templated system, (through EKM) and been very pleased with it, I thought I can do this myself. The Mr site pack came from amazon for about £16.00 and arrived quickly. Once I started to do it I began to get doubts. Perhaps if I’d read all the instructions or looked at the online help! (I hate being told what or how to do something!)
Anyway, several weeks down the line, much tweaking later, I am proud to launch www.crystalvelvet.co.uk . This is the complete experience in online andcrafted accessories with ranges of Jewellery, bags, tiaras, hats, watches and more!
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I’ve started out by putting a few things on in each catagory and now I’m adding more and more!
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This is the bag that inspired the name Crystal Velvet!
Posted In: Bags, Beads, General crafts, Handcrafted, Jewellery, UK craft shops, ukcraftwebsites listings
It’s nice to be able to sell your handmade craft items and besides the obvious web sites and craft fairs, small shops and galleries may consider selling your work. Many small galleries cannot afford to buy stock up front, they also do not want to have unsellable stock hanging around the shop, therefore they will accept products on a sale or return basis. “
- Include an inventory
- Pricing (start with HOW MUCH DO YOU WANT, then, what mark up the gallery can apply etc)
- Discounts (if items are included in a sale then the cut should come from the galleries money)
- Payment (how and when you should be paid for sold goods)
- Loss or damage (who is responsible for loss or damage that occurs whilst goods are on the gallery premises)
- Transporting goods to the gallery (who pays postage and is responsible whilst goods are in transit)
- Promotion (where will your goods be displayed, lighting, identification of your name as producer etc)
- Copyright (ensure your goods cannot be copied whilst they are in the care of the gallery… no photo’s without your agreement)
- Security (statement of ownership so that the gallery cannot claim them as assets should they run into financial difficulties)
By observing these simple steps you should have a problem free relationship with the gallery.
I just wondered if anyone has noticed a down turn in Craft Events in Britain. This year I have found the attendance and people buying from craft fairs has been extremely low.
Could it be that people aren’t looking for handcrafted/made items which are a bit more expensive than you would get in the supermarket, because we don’t have the huge buying power of the big chain stores, plus we have a passion for our craft and I know like very many crafters out there we are perfectionists and would not want to sell something that was less than perfect!!!
Or is it that people have less disposable income because of interest rates rising and have to settle for the less expensive options?
Candles by Lisa each candle Handcrafted - www.candles-by-lisa.co.uk
Posted In: Beads, Candles, Cards, General crafts, Handcrafted, Jewellery, Misc, Paper, UK craft shops, ukcraftwebsites listings
Here is what Tuggle says:
Handcrafted gifts created by parents working from home, Innovative product from fresh new designers and a fantastic selection of wonderful luxuries direct from small UK businesses.
This is how tuggle defines itsself:
Tuggle is a unique market place, filled with essential, handmade & innovative gifts ideas.
Delivered direct to you from hundreds of crafters, small businesses & entrepreneurs.
Visit Tuggle today and be inspired!
To be a seller on tuggle you must contact them… The approach is similar to the ukcraftwebsites in which the fact its collective site you can promote more..
We have a dissusion on the forums : http://www.craftsforum.co.uk/showthread.php?t=5501&highlight=tuggle
To go direct to tuggle click here tuggle.co.uk
Also for other uk craft shop see : http://www.ukcraftwebsites.co.uk/craftshops.php
