http://www.pastecrafts.com Just another WordPress weblog Tue, 16 Mar 2010 03:32:22 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en 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 a brand new series of craft shows this summer! Paste, The Soulard Business Association and the St. Louis Craft Mafia ... http://www.pastecrafts.com/2010/03/call-for-artists/ Ok who the Heck are you? Sydney Woehler, Legal Assistant by day, crafter by night. What is the worst craft fail you’ve had? I tried to make a hat for myself from reclaimed wool, and it came out so small that it fit my cat. Where do you get your materials from? Paste Crafts, Jan's ... http://www.pastecrafts.com/2010/01/clayshion-sydney-woehler/ 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 ... http://www.pastecrafts.com/2009/12/build-st-louis/ 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 ... http://www.pastecrafts.com/2009/12/crafting-with-purpose/ 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 ... http://www.pastecrafts.com/2009/12/strung-out-and-wired/ [caption id="attachment_219" align="alignleft" width="216" caption="Tiny Pimp"][/caption] 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 ... http://www.pastecrafts.com/2009/10/raw-toast-designs/ 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 ... http://www.pastecrafts.com/2009/10/needles-4-newborns-recap/ Well… exciting news after sad news.  If you bear with me for the sad news I promise a happy ending!  A few weeks ago City Art Supply located on Cherokee closed their doors.  As a local business owner it is always a little disheartening to hear of other businesses shutting ... http://www.pastecrafts.com/2009/10/exciting-news/ 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 ... http://www.pastecrafts.com/2009/10/paste-hosts-mardi-gras-poster-contest/ In addition to our usual list of classes PASTE is excited to announce a new addition, Wine Tasting…Craft Making. Because who doesn’t like wine and crafts? We are thrilled to offer you a wine tasting hosted by STL Wine Girl who has been featured in Sauce Magazine, St. Louis ... http://www.pastecrafts.com/2009/09/wine-tasting-craft-making/