Calling all creative people within easy distance of Cleveland

A full day of inspiring craftiness and savvy business talk is coming to town this month, via the Cleveland Craft Connection. We know some of the people involved in organizing this to-do, and they are sharp; we wouldn't hesitate for a second to attend the event, where you can learn both craft techniques and business tips. All the info is below. Oh, and Doug Kreinik will be there, doing a thread demo and serving on the business panel. This is a great opportunity to revel in creativity and come away with valuable knowledge.

CLEVELAND CRAFT CONNECTION IS SET TO LAUNCH ANNUAL DIY CRAFT GATHERING

Cleveland, OH—Cleveland Craft Connection, Cleveland’s exclusive DIY craft gathering, where creative meets business™, is set to launch an annual event on Wednesday, October 23, 2013 at smARTspace at 78^th Street in the Detroit Shoreway neighborhood from 8:30 am – 6:30 pm. The day is for like-minded, creative crafters to gather and partake in hands-on sessions, such as knitting, fondant décor and felting, listen to an inspirational luncheon keynote, learn how to launch a creative business or take one’s business to the next level and much more.

Cleveland Craft Connection’s Co-Founders, Beth Gantz and Tara Tonsetic, are thrilled to be bringing such an innovative and collaborative event to their hometown. “With the continuous growth of the DIY craft movement and the need to satisfy crafters wanting to know more on the business front, we feel we have crafted the perfect blend of creative and business workshops, that in turn will allow attendees to gain knowledge and grow on all fronts,” stated Tara Tonsetic.

All event sessions, crafting supplies, breakfast, gourmet boxed lunch, sips & sweets ™ networking, swag tote full of goodies, and access to speakers is included all for $149. Registration is now open at clecraftconnection.com.

The day’s event is brought to you in partnership with the help of the following crafty partners: BGSU’s Dallas Hamilton Center for Entrepreneurial Leadership, Cleveland Business Connections Magazine, Craftsy, Detroit Shoreway, Etsy, Indie Foundry, Spa Walden and Stitch Cleveland, to name a few.

To learn more about Cleveland Craft Connection and how to get involved or attend, visit clecraftconnection.com.