Denver Arts and Crafts Shopping Examiner

Holiday Handmade - a fabulous Indie craft show

Thu, 26 Nov 2009 10:30:57 -0700

Fancy Tiger is pleased present the 2nd Holiday Handmade alternative craft fair. Holiday Handmade is a craft fair that features 60 local crafters selling their wares. It is a juried show that focuses on well made handicrafts with inspired design.&n...

Heavenly Threads provides fabulous embroidery supplies

Fri, 21 Aug 2009 07:26:10 -0700

English Rose and Hummingbirds, Courtesy EdMar Co.Stocked with Edmar threads and Brazilian embroidery supplies, Pam Cole's "shop in her house", "Heavenly Threads" is a spectacular site for anyone who loves Brazilian embroidery...

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Wed, 19 Aug 2009 17:15:16 -0700

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Best of Denver - Arts and Crafts Shopping

Fri, 07 Aug 2009 15:03:23 -0700

This should be right up everyone's alley! Voting for Denver's best Arts and Crafts has now begun. There are two places I've reviewed on this list, but it seems like they're missing more than a few spots.However, I'd encourage you all to h...

National Society of Buttons Annual Convention this weekend!

Thu, 06 Aug 2009 07:27:23 -0700

The National Society of Buttons hosts their annual convention August 2-8. Sales room and public days are August 6-8. Featuring Dealers of buttons, workshops, and a junior's program (14 and under). To register for the entire week of fun go to WWW....

Holly's Quilt Cabin is fun and cozy

Wed, 08 Jul 2009 21:24:13 -0700

Holly’s Quilt Cabin, located in Centennial, is a fun, cozy and welcoming store. You might be amazed at the size of the store inside its shop-ette front! The staff is friendly and knowledgeable and best of all helpful to all levels of quilters. ...

Denver craft sales for the 4th of July

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 09:04:19 -0700

Although a lot of stores are closing early or altogether on the 4th of July weekend, there are a few notable sales:At Wild Heather, we have their Summer 2009 Open House. Starting Wednesday, July 1 and running through Saturday, July 4th, all classes a...

DMC Thread shopping

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 15:58:31 -0700

Who has the best range (and lowest prices?) of DMC thread in town?

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Fancy Tiger - the hotspot for Denver's indie crafts!

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 07:18:07 -0700

Fancy Tiger is Denver’s hip and cool craft store and the center of Denver’s Indie craft movement. They cater to a wide range of interests, carrying Amy Butler Fabric, as well as the new Fabrics from Project Runway’s Jay McCarroll.Th...

A weekend in Paris and a horse race for yarn bargains

Fri, 05 Jun 2009 16:44:19 -0700

We start with a fantastic deal from the cute (but not yet profiled) Posh Yarn boutique! (from their blog)For all you fiber lovers watching the Belmont Stakes this weekend! Pick your final jewel in the "Run for the Carnations," and win...

The ultimate Mecca for needle-workers in Denver

Mon, 01 Jun 2009 07:27:21 -0700

"Diversions Needlepoint" touts itself as “art” and not "craft" and you can see why with all the gorgeous hand-painted canvases scattered throughout the store! The store is tucked in a small mall off Hampden and East of...

Crafty happenings the last weekend in May

Thu, 28 May 2009 07:22:10 -0700

This weekend, I stumbled across a couple of great activities for Crafters!The first takes place in Littleton at the Roxborough Park Center and it's the Roxborough Spring Festival. A fine craft show and festival the festival boasts fine cra...

Weekend Sales

Fri, 22 May 2009 14:45:32 -0700

These fabulous empty bags are here just waiting for you (and me!) to fill them up with great finds from around Denver. In my quest to find you the most wonderful Arts and Crafts stores and events around Denver, I also understand that p...

'Knitogether' for the benefit of all

Tue, 19 May 2009 06:40:38 -0700

Knitogether is a diverse group of women who meet at Panera (in Cherry Creek North – on Milwaukee between 2nd and 3rd) on Saturday Mornings from 9-11ish to knit for those who need warmth. There are a variety of items that are produced by the gro...

'Handmade Nation' comes to Denver

Fri, 15 May 2009 06:35:54 -0700

This week, I’m asking you to plan ahead, but it could be well worth it! Fancy Tiger is pleased to present the Denver premiere of “Handmade Nation” - a documentary about the DIY craft movement in America. One night only at the Mayan...

Get your 'knit on' this weekend at the Denver Public Library!

Wed, 06 May 2009 13:34:45 -0700

Things are a bit quieter in the crafty world in Denver this weekend, but I did run across some knitting fun! Available through the Denver Public Library at their "Fresh City Lounge" isKnitting for the Road - Registration RequiredMonday...

Denver National Quilt Festival and pottery show this weekend

Thu, 30 Apr 2009 07:34:17 -0700

Best of Show: Awesome Blossoms by Claudia Clark Myers & Marilyn Badger A bit of a departure from the embellishment shows we’ve been having is what’s commonly known in the community as the “Mancuso Show” (after the g...

Beading, Trading Cards, Quilting and Antiques...oh my!

Fri, 24 Apr 2009 07:01:11 -0700

Robin Atkins - DollThis is a weekend for the crafter! I know I’m booked up and I bet after reading all that’s going on, you’ll find something to entertain you!For bead addictsThe first and probably the biggest event of the weekend&n...

Wild Heather Quilt and Mixed Media Supply and Gallery is a fabulous addition to the Denver market

Sun, 19 Apr 2009 07:41:49 -0700

I have taken a few of my regular publishing days off to go scouting around Denver and what a lovely trip it has been! There are some fabulous stores around Denver and I’m so excited to share the ones I stopped in!My feature today is a new...

Tonight! Jennifer Chiaverini book signing at the Tattered Cover (south)

Thu, 16 Apr 2009 16:42:39 -0700

I'm so excited to be off tonight to see Jennifer Chiaverini at The Tattered Cover Bookstore for a book signing of her new book! Jennifer Chiaverini - The Lost QuilterLocation: Tattered Cover Highlands RanchJennifer Chiaverini, celebrating t...