Booking Forms For CRAFTfest are NOW OPEN!

The March 2013 Spring CRAFTfest booking forms are now open! 

Welcome to our Community Event, hosted on the Creative Connections Social Network. This is a fantastic opportunity to put your business right at the heart of the Crafting Community. Meet people with similar interests from all over the world.

Whilst the event itself is great fun, we also have lots of fun in the lead up to it. Your stall is available for you to promote and embed into your blogs and websites from the moment you create it. Offer your customers exclusive ‘previews’ and sell, sell, sell right up to, during and after the event.

The ‘fest will be running from the 16th – 23rd March 2013 on the Creative Connections Website. http://creative-connections.ning.com/

From 2013, we now offer a 3 tiers of booking: 

Option 1 - Standard Stall Booking
(Price is per stall)
£5  

Option 2 - Stall + Initial Setup
(Ideal for people new to Creative Connections and CRAFTfest - price includes initial account setup for you on the Network and the creation of an empty stall ready to fill with your items).
£10 

Option 3 - Premium Stall Package
(Price includes initial account setup for you on Creative Connections and up to 15 products with price, descriptions and link).
£45 

Please visit http://www.craftfest-events.com/booking_form.html to read more about these options and to sign up.

Don’t worry if you don’t have good computer skills, we have a fantastic team ready to guide you through it. All that we ask is that you interact with us. Don’t be shy! Our promotions team will teach you many new networking skills and you will be promoted by not just yourself but all of the other stall holders as well!

Make new friends! Promote your business! Networking at its best!

We are the original online Craft fair! Come and Join us NOW!

See you there!
The CRAFTfest Team!

Christmas CRAFTfest stalls - purple team part two

Welcome to CRAFtfest purple team stall previews part two - featuring Waterlily Designs and Keepsakes, Hannahbella Cards and Lovehuggles, and Inkyprints Originals.

Waterlily Designs and Keepsakes - personalised cards for all occasions, personalised keepsake albums and wedding stationery

I make unique handmade personalised cards for all occasions, new baby & christening keepsake albums, mini scrapbooks,wedding invitations and albums & die cut kits in all themes. Any name/age/relation can be added to the cards and in most cases colours and wording can be changed.



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Hannahbella Cards and Lovehuggles - handmade items, cards, scrapbooks and gifts

A world of handmade goodies exploring papercraft, textiles and object d'art . All made in the UK in the beautiful Royal County of Berkshire. We believe in upcycling so a lot of our mini scrapbooks are made using recycled card where possible. Everyone needs a lovehuggle now and then so why not pop in for a peek and grab yourself one today.


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Inkyprints Originals - hand-printed notebooks, stationery and art-flag bunting

Original linocut designs hand-printed limited edition prints for the home, pocket notebooks, greetings cards and gift-tags together with fine art journals for your stationery needs and luxury art-flag bunting for that little something extra.



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September CRAFTfest Viewing Figures!

Goodbye September CRAFTfest

But thank you 'festers, buyers and browsers for joining us.

We hope you ALL enjoyed the 'fest as much as we did organinsing it. 

The forms are already open where you can book for our  

HUGE MEGAFEST

 in November!

We all like to be organised for the festive season don't we so we hope this will help.

This event has been totally fantastic!

Sales have been really good this season, and we must say a HUGE well done and thank you to our Promotions Leader, Lu, for all the networking activities during the week.

HUGE THANK YOU's 

also go out to our Advertising Team Leaders

Flick from LILAC Advertising Group
Gill from PURPLE Advertising Group
 Lorraine from TEAL Advertising Group
Sally-Jo from CORAL Advertising Group

Now for the bit you have all been waiting for!

This last week the page views for CRAFTfest are:

56,234

The most visited top 25 stalls for the September event were:

Waterlily Keepsakes
Personal Space Interiors (home stall)
The Old Button
PollyA Jewellery
Personal Space Interiors (vintage stall)
Dreams of Silver
Auli'i Beads
Paulines Passions
Cardcraft by Susan
Scrapbookerry
Elloria's Boutique
Ravens Stained Glass
Mariposa Textiles
MinXtures
The Crystal Cavern
Tremough Glass
Handmade in Keswick
Kipper Tie and Cake
KK Marie's
Cola Creations
The Cake Nest
Beautiful Beautiful Beads
Willows Room
Scent Cosmetics
Siog Designs

We would still like to hear about your sales so if you haven't already, please mention them on our sales post http://creative-connections.ning.com/group/sold

We hope that you have enjoyed the event as much as we have and will be joining us for the next one.

Good work girls & guys!

From your CRAFTfest team.

xxx

No.11 And finally...the last of our purple #CRAFTfest stall previews

Rachel Warren Jewellery

Rachel Warren Jewellery supplies handmade jewellery inspired by the enchanted world. The jewellery is made in sterling silver, using traditional techniques and handmade glass or polymer clay beads.

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 Pickle Pie Creations

 

Welcome to Pickle Pie - bespoke personalised framed prints at every day prices! Pickle Pie is 2 Mums who decided to stop talking about their ideas and make them happen. We design, print and frame bespoke personalised prints at every day prices for every occasion. We have ranges for weddings, new borns, birthdays, christenings, Mothers Day, Fathers Day, Valentines day - or just because

 

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Lisa Mahaffey

 

 

We love buying interesting quirky products, which is getting virtually impossible on the high street nowadays. Nearly every shop seems to stock the same mass produced items, it seems there is nowhere to left to go to buy that something special. Well hold onto your horses because now there is! Having run her own business for numerous years where she has designed, made and retailed her own products, from original art to cards, stationery and gift ware, and finding the demand for things "just that little bit different", going in her favour, Lisa decided to expand online to make her products vailable to a wider audience. With her own unique take on the world and an eye for quality design, throw in a little but of quirkiness coupled with a deep passion about the care that goes into making her products, Lisa aims to provide a trusted friendly environment where her customers can rely on outstanding customer service and great quality products that you will love to purchase as a gift or even just a sneaky treat for yourself!Lisa Mahaffey aims to provide beautiful and quirky gifts for people who want to buy something different, something of quality, something made locally and by doing so also support our economy. We are proud to say that every single one of our products has been designed and/or made in Ireland or the UK.We hope you enjoy shopping with us and if we can be of any assistance please email, we'll do our best to help.

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Fungi Futures

 

 

Grow your own delicous Gourmet Mushrooms at home from waste coffee grounds! I run an innovative social enterprise recycling spent coffee grounds into gourmet food. Our grow kits are already part grown and are ready to start producing delicous Pearl Oyster Mushrooms. Just cut a hole in the bag, spray daily and watch in amazement as they grow daily

 

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No.10 - More lovely purple #CRAFTfest stall previews

Bowman Bears

Hello, I make pretty jointed keepsake bears made from lovely cotton fabrics and Memory bears made from baby/children's clothes. All of my bears in my stall are made to order. Due to the handmade nature of my bears, they are not suitable for children, and they are not toys. Not suitable for children under 14 years.

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 Nanuk Jewellery

 

 

 

Nanuk Jewellery is a range of jewellery designed and hand made by Louise Farrow using silver clay, sterling silver and semi-precious stones and beads.

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Dolly What Not

 

Welcome to Dolly What Not the home of handmade cards, gifts & jewellery

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Silverfusion

 

At Silverfusion you will find a selection of handmade beads. Some will be glass using a technique called lampworking, some will be polymer clay, and some will be metal.

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2 Crafty Birds

2 Crafty Birds! is a mother and daughter run business based in South Wales. Paula designs and makes hand-woven jewellery, primarily using seed beads and lots and lots of sparkly crystals!

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No.9 Some more lovely purple CRAFTfest stalls

Shinyies



Welcome to Shinyies stall and my Autumn collection of Fabulously Fun and Funky handmade jewellery and accessories. Each item is a beautiful, unique and one-off piece that has been lovingly handmade for you to enjoy. Shinyies- creating smiles!

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Animal Spirit Art

I am a pet portrait and wildlife artist. My stall offers limited edition and open edition fine art animal and bird prints reproduced from my pastel paintings

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Planet Pompom

Hi there, a very warm welcome, it's good to see you. Here at PlanetPompom we sell hand knitted pompoms, scarves, hats, slippers, mittens, phone covers and blankets. Made from 100% Cotton or 100% Wool. Our items are double knitted and double yarned, making them super warm and cozy. We like fun as well as comfort so we use funky and colorful yarn, no dullness here. We can make custom items made to order, please contact us for availability and further details. Any questions you may have, please do not hesitate to ask.Please have a look around and see if there is anything you like. Thank you for visiting PlanetPompom, have a great day :-D.

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LindiBears

 

Say hello to the LindiBears Bear hug! All my bears are handmade from the finest mohair and are fully jointed. I use only the finest materials and strive to make bears that are proud to be heirlooms of the future! Each bear has his or her own personality, and no two bears are ever the same. They all have the LindiBears 'tushi tag' and come with their own adoption certificate If you would like a bear in a particular colour or style,or have any questions, (or even just want to have a chat!) please feel free to contact me and I will do my very best to help.I hope you enjoy my bears as much as I enjoy creating them! Lin x (Momma Bear)

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No.8 Almost there...our penultimate purple group CRAFTfest stalls

Willow's Room

Welcome to Willows's Room...beautiful gifts, made with gorgeous fabric and felt. Fabulous bunting to bring a touch of vintage/cottage chic to any room, pretty hairslides to beautify your hair and lovely fabric/felt heart decorations to bring little touches of loveliness to your home.

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Ello Design

Ello and welcome! Ello Design specialises in stationery that's sweet and simple. We love clean designs and whether its for a birthday or a baby shower, we'll try our best to suit your needs. We can even personalise a design just for your special day. Why not pop in and take a look around? Thanks for visiting!

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Berry Nice Cushions

Beautiful personalised cushions, hearts, name hangers and other keepsake stitchery, all designed and hand made by myself.All items available from my website and my etsy and folksy shops.
 

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No.6 - More gorgeous stalls from purple group at CRAFTfest

Some more lovely goodies for you...

Shalotte

Welcome to Shalotte, The home of Couture Yarnwear, Artwear, Stunning Wirework Jewellery and Accessories. for both Men and Women. Are you searching for that perfect piece of jewellery? Then look no further then our Original Artisan Made Copper Wire Work pieces with glass and semi precious stones. Each piece is lovingly made from a simple beginning, strands of copper wire in our woodland studio. Our Yarnwear is also a stunning collection of work. Pieces made from beautiful yarns, from 100% native wools, recycled sari silk, indian cotton, bamboo, fashion yarns, ribbon yarns,hand dyed and hand spun skiens that will light up your soul.

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Arabella's Attic

Arabella’s Attic is a small family project based in South East England. We design and hand craft accessories such as tote bags, coin purses, cosmetic bags, hand bags and jewellery, and also make cards based on our own artwork. We love all things retro and vintage, and this is reflected in the items that we make. Above all, we love producing one off pieces that are affordable, and that can be treasured and enjoyed. We hope you enjoy exploring our attic.

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Created in Cloth - Cards

At Created In Cloth you will find two types of cards. The traditonal cards come with an envelope and are made from card with a cloth embroidered picture. The PostCards are again made from Cloth with a stiffened middle layer so they look just like a traditonal postcard. These are quite the rage in sewing swaps in America. They go through the post with a self-adhesive stamp - just write the address and message in ballpoint pen and pop into the post.

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Acacia Crafts

Welcome to Acacia Crafts, a little boutique shop where you will be able to find lots of little gifts for all the family. From useful everyday items like ribbon lanyard for the office, to cute little critter memo pegs to pin important notes to your fridge, or pretty bow hairbands for little girls (and their mums too!)... something for one and all!

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Waterlily Keepsakes

I make personalised keepsake albums and scrapbooks for all occasions - birthdays, anniversary, new baby, christenings, weddings, retirement, prom, first holy communion - I can custom make you a beautiful keepsake for any occasion!


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CRAFTfest is back!

CRAFTfest is back!

We are delighted to announce that the fourth CRAFTfest will be held from 

Saturday 9th June – Saturday 16th June 2012 

at Creative Connections. 

Ever fancied being a seller at a craft fair, but never had the opportunity to take part due to family commitments, travel, or costs?
Well, now you can!

At Creative Connections, we are hosting our Fourth CRAFTfest on the 9th June 2012 for ONE WHOLE WEEK.

The idea of CRAFTfest is to showcase sellers using interactive albums, 'your stall', which allows your sellers to browse and purchase items through an interactive link in your product descriptions, 'your voice'.

You can sit behind your computer screen, and sell interactively to your sellers through Creative Connections chat room, Facebook, Twitter, and many other social networking sites.

CRAFTfest is a week- long event, running all day, every day, so wherever in the world you may be, the fest is open to the public 24/7.

CRAFTfest  is held on the Creative Connections Network, which is a friendly community of online crafters. The social network itself was established in August 2009 and now has members from all over the world.

Are you interested in a stall?
If you would like to participate in CRAFTfest and host your own stall during the week we have our own dedicated website and booking for you.
Due to the huge amount of work involved in hosting CRAFTfest there will be a small stall charge of £5 for the CRAFTfest June 2012 event. This money will go towards site and admin costs.

By purchasing a stall at CRAFTfest you will also be supplied with:

· A digital flyer that you can post on the Internet and also print at home to put up in offices/schools etc.

· Various badges for blogs, Facebook pages etc.

· Free advertising on stall lists, Twitter, Facebook etc, membership to an advertising group where you can get together with other Crafters and promote each other and the event.

· The opportunity to create your own CRAFTfest stall on the Creative Connections Social Network linking customers to your products wherever they may be on the Internet. (Please note that only confirmed stalls will be permitted. All unauthorised stalls will be removed).

To grab your stall place visit
http://www.craftfest-events.com/booking_form.html

A little about CRAFTfest
We were one of the first online craft fairs, and CRAFTfest isn’t just a virtual online craft fair! The main difference with CRAFTfest to other craft fairs is that it is a community experience. The whole event is hosted on our Crafters Social Network; we are not just about uploading items to your stall and trying to sell things. We are about the bigger picture, making friends, interacting with other crafters, people who understand your passion, and your craft. We are about having fun in the forums and chatting in the chat room, exchanging tips, learning new ideas and speaking to other crafters that have years, months or weeks of experience. We can all learn something new from other people doing the same as us, running a business by ourselves and trying to make a living from crafting.

3 Days Left

There are now only 3 days left to book your stall at CRAFTfest!

That's it, only 3 days left, then booking are closed. We are sorry, but we cannot except stalls after the closing deadline. We currently have 130 stalls book, so plenty of room to get your booking in. We are especially looking for craft suppliers, handmade food, and wedding gifts/jewellery/stationary. 

If you are interested in a stall, please visit our site for more information 

http://www.craftfest-events.com/

4 Days Left

There are now only 4 days left to book your stall at CRAFTfest!

Yep, thats right. 

There are only 4 days left to book your CRAFTfest stall. Do you have a stall and think that one of your crafty pals might like to join us too? Let them know! 

We all know going shopping with the girls is better than wandering the stores alone, so bring them along to have a stall with you!

Use the share buttons under this post to spread the word.

Thank you!

CRAFTfest Team

Meet a few more of the Talented Artists (from the BLUE Team) Joining the online CRAFTfest extravaganza in March 2012

Vibrant Glass Art

by Ann Noble

Introducing my stand for March's Craftfest Fair. I specialise in fused glass work creating many different items each item is completely unique. When making the items each piece of glass is individually hand cut and designed by Me, Ann Noble from my Hampshire based studio.
I mainly use dichroic glass to create my fused glass pieces, as the dichroic glass gives each piece that special something.
The depth and vibrancy of colour achieved with this glass is exquisite. Just take a look.

The jewellery range includes: pendants, earrings, bracelets and cuff links. You will also find fused glass art, glass sun catchers and glass coasters among the products available. I am also very happy to create a special piece just for you.

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OSOperfect

By Claire Fletcher

I started making jewellery in mid-December 2011.

Prior to that I'd never picked up anything jewellery wise that didn't come from a mass production shop.

A friend of mine introduced me and I've never looked back. I adore working with wire, and would love to study to become a silver smith.

I've never felt so at peace as when I make jewellery. This is my first CRAFTfest, and I'm nervous but looking forward to the feedback. My page/business name comes from the fact that I love Bears. They are one of the planet's most amazing creatures. Oso is Spanish for bear and I strive for perfection.

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Infiniti Jewellery

by Lisa Green

 

Welcome to my little corner of the web where you will find handcrafted jewellery and maybe a few other crafty little bits.  I love to design and make classic, timeless handmade jewellery with Sterling Silver and quality Swarovski crystals and other fine gems and beads. 

Most of my jewellery would be suitable for Brides, for Prom, for that special occasion or just to tell someone you love them. 

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Petite Cake Balls

by Adele Crozier

 Our cutesie cake pops and bite-size balls are made from beautiful, moist cake blended with delicious frosting and coated in yummy chocolate.

Named as the 'new cupcake' cake pops and cake balls make unique gifts, favours and are a contemporary alternative to any celebration cake.

Petite Cake Balls is a nationwide bespoke service offering cake balls and cake pops in an extensive range of flavours, personalised to complement any event. 

Facebook , Twitter , Website

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Arabellas Attic

by Sue Robertson

Arabella’s Attic is a small family project based in South East England. We design and hand craft accessories such as tote bags, coin purses, cosmetic bags, hand bags and jewellery, and also make cards based on our own artwork. We love all things retro and vintage, and this is reflected in the items that we make. For our bags and purses, we work with a range of hand picked fabrics of different colours and patterns. Many of the fabrics we use draw on vintage and retro influences – some of these fabrics are from the present day, others are recycled from earlier decades. A major influence for our jewellery is Victoriana, and we like to add a touch of steampunk or gothic to some of our designs. Our cards are based on our own fashion illustrations and art work and again often have a retro look about them. Above all, we love producing one off pieces that are affordable, and that can be treasured and enjoyed.♥

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Lemur Lady's Awesome Emporium

by Naomi Liddle

Lemur Lady is all about quality handmade goods made from unusual fabrics - funky, gothic, retro, cartoony, childish and just plain awesome. Life's too short for chintz.

Here you'll find bags, purses, gadget covers and more, all designed to make you stand out from the crowd. If you don't see what you like, feel free to contact me and arrange a custom order - I love a challenge!

Facebook , Twitter , Website ,  Blog  

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Samantha Louise

by Samantha Wilson

Cute accessories for babies and children. Items can be personalised free of charge, unless otherwise stated.

Teddy Bears, Keyrings, Bunting and more...Gorgeous little extras to finish a room or that perfect gift.

  Facebook, Twitter, Website

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Jellybean Jewellery

by Abi Baxter

Jellybean Jewellery is a collection of fun colourful everyday jewellery which can be worn on any occasion.
The styles and colours vary depending on my mood and current inspirations!
I like to use a variety of different materials including glass, wire and polymer clay as well as some upcycled items and combine them in a way which makes them individual.

  Facebook, Folksy

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ByMcKenzie

by Mhairi McKenzie

 Our stall will be selling handmade cross-stitched greetings cards, from birthdays to new homes, new babies to thank you cards.

We cross-stitched onto fabric and then put these into the cards to make each one personal and unique.

We have introduced personalisation to our website recently and are happy to add a personal touch to any of our cards.

  Website ,  Facebook ,   Twitter

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Twinkles & Sparkles Handmade Jewellery

by Emma Quinn

I make a wide range of Handmade Costume Jewellery, Bag Charms & Bridal Jewellery.

I use high quality materials such as Silver Plated Findings, Swarovski Crystals, Crystal Glass etc...

I have specially designed pieces of Jewellery & Bag Charms for 'Mother's Day' lovely in-expensive Gift Ideas which have been handmade with love.
  Website,   Facebook

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Handmade Baby Shoes

by Becky Lee

 Handmade Baby Shoes - unique Baby shoes handmade to order in sizes 0-3, 3-6, 6-9,9-12 months and some styles 1 - 3 years old,
Because even babies can't have too many shoes xx

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Crafty Little Cottage

by Julie Williamson

I'm based in Harlech in north west Wales, famous for its castle and beautiful costal location. I love living here and creating lovely things in my little workroom. I design and make bags, cushions, aprons and quirky little household items.I use applique and machine embroidery to personalise and customise items. I sell at craft fairs and events in north Wales and north west England, and, of course, online.

Facebook, Folksy , Blog

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Angels-23 Crafty Hideout

by Rachael Housley

 Angels-23 Crafty Hideout is where I make beautiful handcrafted cards, wedding stationary and other paper crafts. These can be personalised to your needs or browse a selection of cards I have in my gallery. If you see one you'd like personal sentiments/inserts can be added to these on request.
Please don't hesitate to contact me for any questions you may have.

Thank you
Rachael x


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Watch this space... some more amazing stalls to be added soon ........

Come an join us at the March Online Craftfest.

for more details click  HERE