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Northbrook, IL – From May 20-May 26, 2024, Prime Publishing raised money for St. Jude Children's Research Hospital through its quarterly Click
On May 4, 2024, Scouts BSA Troop 671 of Wildwood, Illinois hosted their annual Pancake Breakfast. This is the Troop's largest fundraiser each
Northbrook, IL – From February 1 to March 31, 2024, AllFreeCrochet and AllFreeKnitting proudly partnered with JourneyCare Home Health and Hosp
FaveCrafts Studio Live Sees Continued Success with Virtual Events
Northbrook, IL — Attendance records were shattered last month for FaveCrafts Studio Live. During January, more than 5,000 crafters came together in the virtual crafting studio to learn how to knit and crochet.
On January 7, FaveCrafts and I Like Knitting proudly partnered with the famous knitting designer, Marly Bird for another successful virtual knitting class. Together, more than 2,602 participants attended the ‘Learn to Knit’ webinar on January 7, held online via Zoom. This was a new attendance record since FaveCrafts Studio Live launched in October 2020.
Just a few weeks later, another 2,439 joined FaveCrafts and I Like Crochet for our ‘Learn to Crochet’ webinar led by crochet enthusiast, Tamara Kelly of Moogly blog.
Both of these free, one-hour classes provided a great opportunity for both beginners and experienced knitters and crocheters to learn a new hobby from industry experts from the comfort of their own home. Viewer questions were answered in real time, and attendees received expert advice for troubleshooting common problems.
Recordings of both classes were also made available for those that were not able to attend in real time. This also provided attendees the opportunity to re-watch the class on their own time and practice their skills. You can watch the Learn to Knit with Marly Bird video here, and the Learn to Crochet with Moogly video here.
FaveCrafts also launched a series of paid advanced knitting classes during January, as well, offering consumers the opportunity to expand their skills with three new classes: Cable Knitting, Intro to Lace Knit, and Brioche Knit Stitch. Over 65% signed up for all three classes. All classes were also recorded and emailed to participants after the event giving them the opportunity to learn and practice skills, techniques and specific areas of interest.
Our next series of advanced crochet classes begin in February. Check them out here and reserve your spot today — seats are limited!
FaveCrafts Studio Live Sees Continued Success with Virtual Events
Northbrook, IL — Attendance records were shattered last month for FaveCrafts Studio Live. During January, more than 5,000 crafters came together in the virtual crafting studio to learn how to knit and crochet.
On January 7, FaveCrafts and I Like Knitting proudly partnered with the famous knitting designer, Marly Bird for another successful virtual knitting class. Together, more than 2,602 participants attended the ‘Learn to Knit’ webinar on January 7, held online via Zoom. This was a new attendance record since FaveCrafts Studio Live launched in October 2020.
Just a few weeks later, another 2,439 joined FaveCrafts and I Like Crochet for our ‘Learn to Crochet’ webinar led by crochet enthusiast, Tamara Kelly of Moogly blog.
Both of these free, one-hour classes provided a great opportunity for both beginners and experienced knitters and crocheters to learn a new hobby from industry experts from the comfort of their own home. Viewer questions were answered in real time, and attendees received expert advice for troubleshooting common problems.
Recordings of both classes were also made available for those that were not able to attend in real time. This also provided attendees the opportunity to re-watch the class on their own time and practice their skills. You can watch the Learn to Knit with Marly Bird video here, and the Learn to Crochet with Moogly video here.
FaveCrafts also launched a series of paid advanced knitting classes during January, as well, offering consumers the opportunity to expand their skills with three new classes: Cable Knitting, Intro to Lace Knit, and Brioche Knit Stitch. Over 65% signed up for all three classes. All classes were also recorded and emailed to participants after the event giving them the opportunity to learn and practice skills, techniques and specific areas of interest.
Our next series of advanced crochet classes begin in February. Check them out here and reserve your spot today — seats are limited!
Prime Publishing Rises to Challenges of 2020
Northbrook, IL
Prime Publishing had an incredibly busy 2020, rising to the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic and engaging its readers in exciting and unprecedented ways.
When the pandemic hit in March, the Editorial Department worked quickly to meet readers’ needs, creating new craft content, resources, and projects immediately. These pages quickly became incredibly popular; the top sewing face mask and crochet face mask pages on AllFreeSewing.com and AllFreeCrochet.com have collectively received more than 600,000 pageviews to date since March.
Prime also launched a series of online crafting classes this year. With more people at home due to the pandemic, there was an opportunity to engage new and experienced crafters alike with Learn to Knit and Learn to Crochet classes taught by Marly Bird and hosted via Zoom. More than 4,500 participants signed up for these two classes, which were offered for free and sponsored by I Like Knitting and I Like Crochet.
Another exciting area of growth in 2020 was launching new email newsletters. This year Prime introduced four new titles to its craft catalogue: Pet Projects from FaveCrafts, Quilt Block Club from FaveQuilts, Simply No-Sew from AllFreeSewing, and Easy Breezy Crochet from AllFreeCrochet, which have a combined subscriber base of 189,000 and growing.
Also in 2020, Prime launched two special edition newsletters at the beginning of the pandemic, which have since grown to a circulation of more than 1.2 million engaged readers. These bi-weekly mailings compile the top recipes and crafts from across Prime’s websites, with a focus on fun and safe activities at home, as well as cheap and easy at-home dinner ideas. In the last nine months, these special edition mailings have received nearly 11 million clicks.
Another accomplishment of 2020 was the redesign of one of Prime’s ‘all free’ websites. The Audience Development Team revamped all aspects of AllFreeJewelryMaking.com for an improved user experience on both desktop and mobile, and the new design will soon roll out to Prime’s other sites in 2021.
As always, Prime hosted a handful of large promotions in 2020, most notably National Sewing Month in September and AllFreeCrochet’s 10th Birthday Celebration in June. National Sewing Month featured five giveaways (including a sewing machine worth more than $3,000) and 30 pages of reader-favorite sewing content. This year saw a 49.45% increase in engagement over last year, with pageviews reaching 280,794 and giveaway entries totaling 71,149. AllFreeCrochet’s 10th Birthday Celebration was a first of its kind promotion featuring new patterns and giveaways for the entire month of June. It generated more than 271,000 pageviews.
2020 was a challenging year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but Prime rose to the challenges of this unprecedented year, engaging its audience with new and timely content via its websites, email newsletters, online classes, giveaway promotions, and more.
Prime Publishing Rises to Challenges of 2020
Northbrook, IL
Prime Publishing had an incredibly busy 2020, rising to the challenges of the Covid-19 pandemic and engaging its readers in exciting and unprecedented ways.
When the pandemic hit in March, the Editorial Department worked quickly to meet readers’ needs, creating new craft content, resources, and projects immediately. These pages quickly became incredibly popular; the top sewing face mask and crochet face mask pages on AllFreeSewing.com and AllFreeCrochet.com have collectively received more than 600,000 pageviews to date since March.
Prime also launched a series of online crafting classes this year. With more people at home due to the pandemic, there was an opportunity to engage new and experienced crafters alike with Learn to Knit and Learn to Crochet classes taught by Marly Bird and hosted via Zoom. More than 4,500 participants signed up for these two classes, which were offered for free and sponsored by I Like Knitting and I Like Crochet.
Another exciting area of growth in 2020 was launching new email newsletters. This year Prime introduced four new titles to its craft catalogue: Pet Projects from FaveCrafts, Quilt Block Club from FaveQuilts, Simply No-Sew from AllFreeSewing, and Easy Breezy Crochet from AllFreeCrochet, which have a combined subscriber base of 189,000 and growing.
Also in 2020, Prime launched two special edition newsletters at the beginning of the pandemic, which have since grown to a circulation of more than 1.2 million engaged readers. These bi-weekly mailings compile the top recipes and crafts from across Prime’s websites, with a focus on fun and safe activities at home, as well as cheap and easy at-home dinner ideas. In the last nine months, these special edition mailings have received nearly 11 million clicks.
Another accomplishment of 2020 was the redesign of one of Prime’s ‘all free’ websites. The Audience Development Team revamped all aspects of AllFreeJewelryMaking.com for an improved user experience on both desktop and mobile, and the new design will soon roll out to Prime’s other sites in 2021.
As always, Prime hosted a handful of large promotions in 2020, most notably National Sewing Month in September and AllFreeCrochet’s 10th Birthday Celebration in June. National Sewing Month featured five giveaways (including a sewing machine worth more than $3,000) and 30 pages of reader-favorite sewing content. This year saw a 49.45% increase in engagement over last year, with pageviews reaching 280,794 and giveaway entries totaling 71,149. AllFreeCrochet’s 10th Birthday Celebration was a first of its kind promotion featuring new patterns and giveaways for the entire month of June. It generated more than 271,000 pageviews.
2020 was a challenging year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, but Prime rose to the challenges of this unprecedented year, engaging its audience with new and timely content via its websites, email newsletters, online classes, giveaway promotions, and more.
FaveCrafts Hosts Successful Virtual Crochet Class
Northbrook, IL — FaveCrafts and I Like Crochet successfully hosted a virtual crochet class with the famous crochet designer, Marly Bird.
Together, more than 2,500 participants signed up to attend the virtual Learn to Crochet class, held online via Zoom.
The free, one-hour class provided a great opportunity for both beginners and experienced crocheters to learn from the one and only Marly Bird. She answered viewer questions in real time, gave expert advice for troubleshooting common problems, and shared time-saving tips and techniques for completing any crochet project. The event was a great
refresher course on all things crochet, and allowed attendees to brush up on their skills, or learn a brand new hobby.
A recording of the class was also made available for those that were not able to attend the class in real time. This also provided attendees the opportunity to re-watch the class and practice their skills. Within 48 hours, more than 6,700 additional consumers watched the recording on Facebook, YouTube and FaveCrafts. You can watch the video here.
FaveCrafts.com is your one-stop shop for all things quick and crafty. Our website features thousands of free craft projects, home decor ideas, DIY tips, and more. We add new projects every single day, including user submissions. Check us out today and get inspired!
I Like Crochet digital magazine features some of the best crochet patterns available. As a member, you’ll receive six NEW issues each year and will get instant access to 700+ crochet patterns in our pattern library. No advertising and every pattern is tech edited for accuracy. That’s practically pennies for each pattern! Learn more here and sign up today!
Stay tuned for additional virtual crafting classes in 2021 from FaveCrafts.
FaveCrafts Hosts Successful Virtual Crochet Class
Northbrook, IL — FaveCrafts and I Like Crochet successfully hosted a virtual crochet class with the famous crochet designer, Marly Bird.
Together, more than 2,500 participants signed up to attend the virtual Learn to Crochet class, held online via Zoom.
The free, one-hour class provided a great opportunity for both beginners and experienced crocheters to learn from the one and only Marly Bird. She answered viewer questions in real time, gave expert advice for troubleshooting common problems, and shared time-saving tips and techniques for completing any crochet project. The event was a great
refresher course on all things crochet, and allowed attendees to brush up on their skills, or learn a brand new hobby.
A recording of the class was also made available for those that were not able to attend the class in real time. This also provided attendees the opportunity to re-watch the class and practice their skills. Within 48 hours, more than 6,700 additional consumers watched the recording on Facebook, YouTube and FaveCrafts. You can watch the video here.
FaveCrafts.com is your one-stop shop for all things quick and crafty. Our website features thousands of free craft projects, home decor ideas, DIY tips, and more. We add new projects every single day, including user submissions. Check us out today and get inspired!
I Like Crochet digital magazine features some of the best crochet patterns available. As a member, you’ll receive six NEW issues each year and will get instant access to 700+ crochet patterns in our pattern library. No advertising and every pattern is tech edited for accuracy. That’s practically pennies for each pattern! Learn more here and sign up today!
Stay tuned for additional virtual crafting classes in 2021 from FaveCrafts.
FaveCrafts Hosts Successful Online Knitting Class
Northbrook, IL — FaveCrafts and I Like Knitting proudly partnered with the famous knitting designer, Marly Bird last month for our first-ever virtual knitting class. Together, more than 2,000 participants signed up for the Knitting 101 webinar, held online via Zoom.
The free, one-hour class provided a great opportunity for both beginners and experienced knitters to learn from the one and only Marly Bird. She answered viewer questions in real time, gave expert advice for troubleshooting common problems, and shared time-saving tips and techniques for completing any knitting project. The event was a great refresher on basic knitting stitches including knit stitch, bind off, and weaving in your ends.
A recording of the class was also made available for those that were not able to attend the class in real time. This also provided attendees the opportunity to re-watch the class and practice their skills. Within 48 hours over 5,000 additional consumers watched the recording on Facebook, YouTube and FaveCrafts. You can watch the video here.
Virtual crafting classes are a great opportunity for consumers to polish a favorite technique, build confidence, or maybe try something entirely new. With many consumers spending more time at home this year due to the pandemic, now is the perfect time for consumers to attend our virtual crafting classes!
Our next class, Learn to Crochet with Marly Bird, takes place Wednesday, November 18, 2020. Sponsored by our friends at I Like Crochet, this free one-hour class is a great refresher course on all things crochet. Brush up on your stitches, build your confidence, or try a brand new hobby.
Be sure to reserve your spot today — seats are limited!
FaveCrafts Hosts Successful Online Knitting Class
Northbrook, IL — FaveCrafts and I Like Knitting proudly partnered with the famous knitting designer, Marly Bird last month for our first-ever virtual knitting class. Together, more than 2,000 participants signed up for the Knitting 101 webinar, held online via Zoom.
The free, one-hour class provided a great opportunity for both beginners and experienced knitters to learn from the one and only Marly Bird. She answered viewer questions in real time, gave expert advice for troubleshooting common problems, and shared time-saving tips and techniques for completing any knitting project. The event was a great refresher on basic knitting stitches including knit stitch, bind off, and weaving in your ends.
A recording of the class was also made available for those that were not able to attend the class in real time. This also provided attendees the opportunity to re-watch the class and practice their skills. Within 48 hours over 5,000 additional consumers watched the recording on Facebook, YouTube and FaveCrafts. You can watch the video here.
Virtual crafting classes are a great opportunity for consumers to polish a favorite technique, build confidence, or maybe try something entirely new. With many consumers spending more time at home this year due to the pandemic, now is the perfect time for consumers to attend our virtual crafting classes!
Our next class, Learn to Crochet with Marly Bird, takes place Wednesday, November 18, 2020. Sponsored by our friends at I Like Crochet, this free one-hour class is a great refresher course on all things crochet. Brush up on your stitches, build your confidence, or try a brand new hobby.
Be sure to reserve your spot today — seats are limited!
FaveCrafts Launches Online Crafting Classes
Northbrook, IL — FaveCrafts is excited to announce the launch of their virtual crafting classes, FaveCrafts Studio Live. This new venture allows for crafters of all skill levels to hone their skills, learn a new technique, or pick up a new hobby altogether — all from the comfort of their home, where they always have a front row seat.
These one-hour classes are hosted online via Zoom and are taught by various crafting experts in the industry. Classes range in topics and have included a DIY Christmas Wreath, Painted Mason Jar Vase, Crochet 101 and Knitting 101.
With so many of us spending more time at home this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, these online courses are not only a great way to spend your time, but also provide a great opportunity to flex your creative muscles.
It may even help your overall health — both mentally and physically. “Crafting can help those who suffer from anxiety, depression or chronic pain,” experts say, according to a CNN study. “It may also ease stress, increase happiness and protect the brain from damage caused by aging.”
Our next class, Learn to Crochet with Marly Bird, takes place Wednesday, November 18, 2020. Sponsored by our friends at I Like Crochet, this free one-hour class is a great refresher course on all things crochet. Brush up on your stitches, build your confidence, or try a brand new hobby.
Be sure to reserve your spot today — seats are limited!
FaveCrafts Launches Online Crafting Classes
Northbrook, IL — FaveCrafts is excited to announce the launch of their virtual crafting classes, FaveCrafts Studio Live. This new venture allows for crafters of all skill levels to hone their skills, learn a new technique, or pick up a new hobby altogether — all from the comfort of their home, where they always have a front row seat.
These one-hour classes are hosted online via Zoom and are taught by various crafting experts in the industry. Classes range in topics and have included a DIY Christmas Wreath, Painted Mason Jar Vase, Crochet 101 and Knitting 101.
With so many of us spending more time at home this year due to the Covid-19 pandemic, these online courses are not only a great way to spend your time, but also provide a great opportunity to flex your creative muscles.
It may even help your overall health — both mentally and physically. “Crafting can help those who suffer from anxiety, depression or chronic pain,” experts say, according to a CNN study. “It may also ease stress, increase happiness and protect the brain from damage caused by aging.”
Our next class, Learn to Crochet with Marly Bird, takes place Wednesday, November 18, 2020. Sponsored by our friends at I Like Crochet, this free one-hour class is a great refresher course on all things crochet. Brush up on your stitches, build your confidence, or try a brand new hobby.
Be sure to reserve your spot today — seats are limited!