[22 Jun 2011
Paste is closing – 50% off craft supplies/yarn

Dear Crafty People,
I’m sad to report that Paste has made the very difficult decision to close. We had a good two years but it’s time to move on. I appreciate each and every one of you who has supported Paste. I’ve always joked that it takes a village to raise a Paste, and in all honesty, it did.  I have met so many great people — that is single-handedly the most important thing I will take from this experience. I cannot thank you all enough for everything you have done.
We will be selling …

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January 29th, 2011 | One Comment
Call for Artists!  Soulard Market Park Arts and Crafts Fair 2011

Dear Artists,
Spring is quickly approaching meaning hibernation season is soon over and people are going to be out and about looking for things to do. We are excited to announce second series of craft shows this summer! Paste and The Soulard Business Association are proud to present the second annual  Soulard Market Park Arts and Crafts Fair, an event featuring local artists as well as live music. There are four event dates May 14, June 11, and July 9 and August 13. The fair will take place in the Soulard …

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January 24th, 2011 | One Comment
Needles for Newborns: Crafting with Purpose 2011

Extra! Extra!
Paste and South City Studio are teaming up for the fourth installment of Needles for Newborns to benefit St. Louis Children’s hospital. The goodies we make keep little preemie babies toasty at Children’s hospital. Mark your calendar, right now! February 19th, 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

FAQ
It’s a noble cause and all, but why should I waste a precious Saturday when my life is already so busy?

Babies. Teeny tiny babies who get chilly easily.
Crafting with purpose feels really good!
It’s a super-duper fun time. We are a diverse bunch of really interesting people.
If …

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December 7th, 2009 | No Comment
BUILD St. Louis

Ever since opening the doors to Paste we have been passionate about helping to build the independent local business community in St. Louis. I always knew the importance of buying locally but truthfully I have to admit there were times when convenience won out. I’ve spent the last few months slowing down a bit and taking the time to visit and support local stores. It is amazing how many great local businesses there are in this city. Most of us choose to live in a city because of the diversity …

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December 7th, 2009 | 6 Comments
Crafting With Purpose

Paste is teaming up with South City Studio to offer our next charity event.  This time around the event will benefit Haven of Grace a shelter for pregnant women.  Crocheters, Knitters and Scrapbookers welcome!  If you are interested in joining us for snacks, drinks and fun email pastesoulard@gmail.com.
Haven of Grace is also in need of knitting/crocheting supplies for women at the shelter.  If you have unused of yarn or some extra hookes or needles sitting around and feel like helping feel free to drop if off at the store anytime.

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December 7th, 2009 | No Comment
Strung Out and Wired

Ok who the Heck are you?
Renee Christine Hoyle Critical Care RN and crafter!
What is the worst craft fail you’ve had?
I attempted to crochet a hat for my father when I was 11. It looked like a misshapen sock with a crooked cuff! It was the ugliest color brown. He wore it proudly for about a week! Then I never saw it again.
I’ve also had numerous resin messes that were a comedy of errors in my kitchen! That stuff sticks everywhere when you …

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October 30th, 2009 | No Comment
Raw Toast Designs

Ok who the Heck are you?
I’m, typically referred to as Raw Toast. Raw Toast Design is the name of my traveling studio where all commercial and non commercial types of illustration and design work are commissioned and concocted.
What is the worst craft fail you’ve had?
I recently came across a very old box of potholders that I had created on one of those little potholder looms for kids. I used to make a ton of these ugly little guys when I was like 6 or 7 and then my mom would …

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October 30th, 2009 | No Comment
Needles 4 Newborns Recap

I’ve been trying to recap this weekends Needles for Newborns event for almost a week now.  At first I thought it was the lack of sleep but I am starting to realize I might just be at a loss for words.
The event started at 8am Saturday morning and continued until somewhere around 3am on Sunday.  The store was packed with food donated by local restaurants.  I foolishly bought food the night before thinking we would not have enough, and I couldn’t have been more wrong.  A Super thanks to Nadine’s …

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October 7th, 2009 | One Comment
Paste Hosts Mardi Gras Poster Contest

Paste is super excited to be hosting the Soulard Mardi Gras poster contest this year!  All of the fun details are listed below.  There is a super sweet cash prize along with a few other goodies to win!  I can’t wait to see what you come up with.  Also make sure to stop by on Friday November 13th-Friday November 20 by 2:00 pm  to vote on the posters.
2010 Soulard Mardi Gras Poster Contest
Sponsored by the Soulard Business Association, Mardi Gras, Inc., soulardframery.com and Paste
This year’s parade theme:
“Soulard Mardi Gras Celebrates Famous couples”
Official …