Interesting article online at the Crafts Report, "How to Get Customers 4 Times More Likely to Buy". Also, don't forget about the Crafts Report Facebook Contest. Deadline to submit is May 31.

I've received the following image from a reader regarding a Stickley Bros. desk.  Does anyone out there know its value? Or could lead the reader to someonereputable who can?  If so, please post to this blog, adding your email address or email me your contact info so the owner can get in touch with you. 

Simplicity was the key to the American Arts and Crafts Movement. Tailored to middle-class homeowners, the movement provided well-made home furnishings at a reasonable price. Here are a few examples of this clean and unpretentious movement at its best.

I was working on my new arts and crafts line of products a few days ago and after my fiasco a couple of weeks back using the wrong treatment for some fabric, which ended up ruining it, I wanted to be very caution before selecting the right glue.

Luckily, I went to my reader recommended page and found a recommended vendor for non-toxic glue.  I purchased some of the Best Glue Ever and was thrilled with it's performance.  You can purchase all thes products at Amazon (although they are not Prime). For more info visit the ScraPerfect manufacturer's website.

If you work in the fashion arts and crafts, Fashion Star and a few other fashion related shows are now casting for next season. The Fashion Star casting call is open until June 2.