The art of originality is concealing your source.
With that said... I'd rather share...
Links to my favorite Artsy-Crafty Web Sites
and other Interesting places on the web -- Enjoy!
I verify all links periodically - last verified April 2008 
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The Pattern Hutch
Another great source for woodworking, crochet, sewing and quilting patterns.
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Star Dance Designs
October Country's on-site source for original, one-of-a-kind primitive patterns.
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Create and Decorate Magazine
Lots of inspiration here, the magazine is always fresh and focused. In each issue you will find great patterns, instructions and resources.
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Country Sampler Magazine
A publication for the country craft trade, primitives, too. This mag has been around forever but it is far from stale. Each issue is packed with ideas, inspiration, resources and product.
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Beneath the Willow Tree News
FREE Online Newsletter For Primitive Arts & Crafts Brought To You By PrimMart.com
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Dover Publications
Dover has been around... well... forever. Huge source of images. Lots of quality clip-art here including seasonal and vintage art, postcards, ads, and more covering virtually every subject under the sun. Reproduction postcards and paper dolls. Much of the art is available in collections on CD-ROM.
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Craft Master News
A publication for art & craft shows, street fairs, festivals, and more in the Western U.S., is printed bi-monthly (Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, Dec). Each issue is over 150 pages, lists events up to a year in advance, and covers over 2,500 upcoming arts and craft shows, street fairs, festivals, boutiques, home & garden shows, consignments malls & stores, farmers markets, and more.
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OCTOBER COUNTRY IS THE HOME OF THE ORIGINAL RAG GARLAND LOOM! |
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Kraft Outlet
Brown Kraft Labels, Kraft Paper and Cardstock
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Rusty Tin
Huge source of rusty tin supplies and more for all you Prim creations. Decent prices. Reliable source. Prompt shipping.
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Woodworks
Looking for little wood thingamabobs? You know those cute little gadgets and trim pieces that need to be on hand when you're creating? Lots here! Bulk quantities and pricing available. Product is superior and they are always quick to ship. Woodworks, Ltd. has specialized in wholesale craft wood parts and supplies for over 25 years. Quantities of 1 to 1000 pieces, depending on the item you are ordering. From wooden balls, beads, buttons and plugs, candle cups, wood cut outs, wooden hearts or stars, shaker pegs, furniture knobs, or toy wheels, all are available at wholesale prices. We serve the professional crafters, woodworkers, decorative artist, tole painters, and retail stores.
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Factory Direct Craft Supply
Factory Direct Craft Supply is a professional Craft Supply Company that has been serving the Crafting & Home Decor Industry since 1985! Whether you are an individual, professional crafter, retail store, or home based business we are here to serve you. Bulk purchases available, sells on ebay. Decent prices. Prompt shipping.
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Mathews Wire
Wholesale only. Worth a look if you're looking for something different to accent your prim creations. Here you will find rug beaters, candle holders, nostalgic signs and plenty more.
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EweNmePrintables
Printables - tons of graphics and more... Printable Feedsack Logos - Printable Hang Tags - Printable Stationery - Printable Collages - Printable Checkbook Covers - Printable Wrappers - Printable Tea & Cocoa Packets - Printable Bottlecap Inserts & More
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Washing Grease Fleece
Informative article with pictures about how to wash grease fleece...
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Sharon B's Dictionary of Stitches
Huge variety of stitches with photo diagrams. Great stitch instruction and neatly categorized into sections based on degree of difficulty. Lots of other information here as well.
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Create a Prim
For Folk artists and beginners alike to learn, create, and share their primitive crafting! You can learn new techniques for free, shop through 100's of primitive patterns and supplies, then share your creations with other crafters all in one place; so there's no need to search through millions of other websites... we're your one-stop craft site!
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Tips and Techniques
October Country's on-site collection of tips and techniques in free, downloadable format, too!
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Gooseberry Patch
My all-time favorite cookbook collection. Great recipes! Beautiful presentation! The books make perfect hostess gifts but they have a full gift product line that is fun and just a little bit country. Wholesale available.
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October Country Auctions at Ebay
I list things occasionally at ebay, mostly for fun... you will find most of the patterns and kits here, springs and candlesticks and occasionally a creation.
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AmericanPrim - Primitive How-To's
As stated by the author -- A beginner's guide to prim! Lots of articles - teas and coffee staining, sewing for doll makers, making prim tags and more.
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Home Ideas
As stated by the author -- Easy Home Decor and Interior Design, including furniture, wallpaper, antiques, flooring, window treatments and many more home decorating ideas.
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Cackle and Caw - October Country Blog
On-site Blog, mostly for fun... product updates, web site updates, bits of whimsey, musings, techniques, primitive finds, an occasional rant and whatever other subject I feel like yammering on about...
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 Visit The Wyching Well
Like Hallowe'en and Witchy things? The Wyching Well is October Country's sister sight.
This is where I play... rant and create general mischief. Here you will find a huge collection of poetry, stories, perspectives, song lyrics, jokes, postcards, recipes and more... It's all Hallowe'en and Witches, all year long! Enjoy!
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Freebie Patterns, Projects and Recipes
On-site source of downloadable Freebie patterns - all kinds - old, new, primitive and more... enjoy!
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