Using local materials in crafts

Two reasons why crafting enthusiasts use cotton fabric to make tote bags

Many people who are interested in crafting like to make tote bags, as these bags are useful and relatively easy to create. Here are two reasons why those who want to make tote bags should use cotton fabric for their projects. Cotton fabric is breathable and durable One reason why cotton is an excellent choice of fabric to make a tote bag is because it's both breathable and durable. The former means that if the person who uses the finished bag puts some damp items in it or if some condensation forms on the contents of the bag, the moisture will partly evaporate through the breathable cotton fabric. Read More 

Choosing Wicks for Your Candles

When you make your own candles, choosing a wick is as important as choosing a wax. You must pair your wick with your candle. If you don't, you could end up with poor burn quality. You could end up with a candle that flickers too much, burns too fast, or self-extinguishes. Here is a short guide to common wick materials and choosing the right size and type for your candle. Read More 

Wholesale Wooden Toys: 4 Benefits

If you are thinking about getting involved in crafts and hobbies relating to wooden toys, you may be looking for info relating to sourcing stock. This article will look at the benefits of using a wooden toy wholesaler to buy stock for your shop. Read on to discover everything you need to know. A massive range of stock A wholesaler will typically be able to offer you a larger range of toys compared to smaller suppliers. Read More 

Tips for Buying Soft Toys for Your Retail Store

Adding a display of soft toys at your retail store is a great way to increase business, as parents can sometimes give in to a child's demands for a toy or will buy them one for a long car ride if they're out sightseeing. They can even be purchased as souvenirs for family back home. Note a few tips for buying soft toys from a soft toys distributor for your retail store so you know you get ones that will be appreciated by customers and which will get the most sales. Read More 

Warm and fuzzy wool crafts for winter days you want to snuggle up

Some winter days are just too chilly to leave the house. If you are eager to snuggle up and get your crafting going, there are a range of wool based crafts you can try, beyond the classics of knitting and crocheting.  Pom-poms A fun way to create little ornaments or add some pizzaz to outfits is using pom-poms. The easiest way to create pom-poms is to make two donut shaped guides out of card and thread wool through the centre of the doughnuts, then around the outer edge of the doughnuts. Read More