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Craft Patterns Plus is going back to basics. It replaces both the original Craft Impressions.com and the Craft Business Solutions site and now offers both exclusively designed patterns and Craft Business Solutions for those of you who are looking to make a living out of selling your crafts. Here, you will find a constant source of new craft patterns, information about craft people, and you can learn about crafts from around the world
About Our PatternsAll our patterns are available for immediate download unless otherwise stated. The patterns come as PDF files and can be opened with free PDF Readers, either Adobe Reader or our preferred Foxit Reader both of which can be downloaded from their respective websites by clicking on the links below Craft Newsletter The Craft Newsletter provides you with an constant updated overview of new featured articles, accomplishments, learning topics, and new craft project downloads releases every month. Check out who is doing what with our latest information on high profile designers who are making a difference in the craft world today as well as notable artisans from the the past . Craft Groups
If you are involved with a craft or craft group, write an article about yourself, your craft or your craft group and submit it for inclusion in our Designers Profiles section, simply register and click on the 'Submit an Article' link here or in the User Menu located in the left menu column, we can then provide you with a newsletter to keep you up to date with all the latest news. |
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Through the Craft Patterns Plus! Craft Forums we provide the means by which you as a registered member can take advantage of other members expertise in both crafts and the craft business to assist you in developing your own business at the pace you feel comfortable with, or simply to communicate with like-minded people about your passion for crafts You can also help other members by sharing your experiences as part of our craft community. By registering you will be able to take advantage of special offers, add your own business listing which generates links for your website and for those who are simply enjoying crafts as a hobby there will also be members offers specifically for you. |
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The craft of hand button making was developed and flourished in Dorset, UK, in the mid 17th century, until the 1850’s when Ashton’s button machine (invented and shown at The Great Exhibition of 1851) ruined the hand made industry. |
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 07 April 2009 16:45 |
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Read more... [Dorset Buttons]
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Many crafts are both fascinating and colourful and originate from countries around the world. Often these more traditional crafts are still done today as much for cultural reasons as they are as a means of earning an income. for many who are on low or have non-existing income streams. |
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Read more... [Craft History]
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Craft Patterns Plus! Information |
- All our patterns include full materials list, cutting and assembly diagrams, artwork templates with complete instructions on the painting process where applicable.
- MDF = Medium Density Fibreboard - an engineered wood product available from good hardware retail outlets
- All patterns are instant downloads which are available immediately after payment through PayPal.
- Posting in the forums is only available if you are registered......Register today
- Requests for patterns or crafts can be made through the Craft Forum
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