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What's New?
We're
celebrating May flowers with our Flower Power swap. Handcraft and
exchange a flower embellishment, accessory or an entire floral piece during
the month of May.
The Flower Power swap starts today, May 1. But you can still
join. If you'd
like to join us, send an
email -- quickly!
Black Purl Magazine is going to the press for
the holidays! We've extended the submission deadline to give you more
time to be part of our first print publication. Submit your design
proposals and completed articles by May 17.
Watch for a sneak peak of the cover soon!
Featured Blog
 This
crafter knits, crochets, spins, swaps and knits-along, all at a pace that
will leave you breathless.
Read more >>.
Book Nook
 Craft
in America
After viewing the
second part of the upcoming PBS series, Craft in America, I
understood, on a spiritual level, the true value and power of making things
with your hands.
Read the full review of Craft in America
here >>.
Poll
Q: What kind of injuries or ailments have you sustained from
crafting?
Participate in our readers'
poll and see where you rank with other readers. Suggest a
poll in our forum.
In the Black Purl Community
Did you know that
Baskets of Africa is offering a special discount on purchases
just for Black Purl Magazine readers? Please support this organization
and let us know what you're planning to buy in the
forum.
What's Next?
We all know the power of a good photograph.
Many patterns are sold based on the photograph alone. Unfortunately,
few needlecrafters know how to take good pictures of their work. If
you're a budding or professional photographer and would be interested in
writing an article or tips on taking craft photos that stand out, please
send an
email.
If you're not able to view this newsletter in
its intended colorful format,
view it
http://www.black-purl-magazine.com/NEWS-050107.htm
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