Are you one of those who spend all your savings to make the trip of the century? Of those who spend all the time uploading photos of alternative spaces and hidden corners? Do you like art and pop culture? If the answer is yes, then you can’t miss … [Read more...] about Craft shop in Manchester
How to choose quality chisels?
Wood chisels or chisels are basic tools for woodworking. They allow a multitude of tasks, from making lace to carving small sculptures. In fact, we could say that they are the equivalent of the brush for the painter. Therefore, it is more than … [Read more...] about How to choose quality chisels?
Polymer clay: what is it and which applications have?
Polymer clay is one of the most used composites in the craft market. Makers from all over the world have already tried it and some have even specialized in its use professionally. In Labois we wanted to know in more detail this product, its … [Read more...] about Polymer clay: what is it and which applications have?
Common mistakes in crafts, what are they and how to avoid them?
Dedicating yourself to crafts is a challenge. Work and make products with your hands, design with care each of the pieces, define your style ... It is undoubtedly an experience that we recommend to all people, even those who do not want to dedicate … [Read more...] about Common mistakes in crafts, what are they and how to avoid them?
Route to the Pays de la Loire: Chambord
The idea of having a house in the countryside has been seduced for centuries to people of all conditions. Also to some French monarchs, like Francisco I, who ordered to build one of the most spectacular castles of his time for this purpose: Chambord. … [Read more...] about Route to the Pays de la Loire: Chambord
Route to the Pays de la Loire: the castle of Villandry
A disconcerting silhouette of gray and sober stones, stands out among the tops of the black poplars that grow along the Cher River. In the distance and by car, it is hard to believe that this is one of the most beautiful castles in the world. Will it … [Read more...] about Route to the Pays de la Loire: the castle of Villandry
How to prepare yourself to sell at craft fairs (part 2)
If in the previous post we valued the advantages and disadvantages of participating in fairs and markets, as well as the preparations that these require, today we will focus on key aspects for their development. Thus, we will see what factors we … [Read more...] about How to prepare yourself to sell at craft fairs (part 2)
How to prepare yourself to sell at craft fairs (part 1)
Craft fairs are one of the main sales channels for designers and makers. Together with the markets and stores, they are the perfect place to put into practice the direct sale of your products. Although it may generate some shame or some fear, they … [Read more...] about How to prepare yourself to sell at craft fairs (part 1)