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So wait, how do you go from a career in Investment Banking to becoming a Mom of 3 and building her dream business as a Maker? An unexpected journey to finding and trusting her creative voice, finding her way back to what gave her joy all along and makes her body hum! Meet Anne Weil Designer + Author + Maker & Lover of Beautiful Things, and Founder of Flax and Twine. Thrilled by clean + simple design, Anne makes things for home, for play, for gifts or for fun and she loves nothing more than showing you how to make them, too! while encouraging you to find peace and a happy handmade life through making. Enjoy our conversation, and don't forget! you can also watch the video to get a glimpse into Anne's lovely world and see all of her beautiful creations at youtube.com/creativethursday You can find all things Anne Weil flaxandtwine.com @flaxandtwine on Instagram And collect her beautiful books "Knitting without Needles" and "Weaving within Reach" You can find all things Marisa and Creative Thursday creativethursday.com creativethursdaycourses.com and on instagram and facebook @creativethursday
Welcome to an introduction to basket weaving with artist Anne Weil of Flax & Twine. Anne is an expert maker of all things fiber and has developed a love for working with natural materials. Using a clean and simple design style, Anne crafts pieces for home, for play, for gifts and for fun. We are introducing multiple basket weaving techniques and a variety of natural materials to explore, explore, explore. This podcast dives further in Anne's artistic journey from her transition from investment banking to blogger, crafter, and maker of all things fiber art. Learn More: https://thecraftersbox.com/2019-10-featured-maker/
Today on the Dear Handmade Life podcast I'm talking about the realities of writing a craft book with the creative voice behind Flax & Twine, Anne Weil. I chat with Anne about how her first book was born, overwhelm and organization during the book writing process, the importance of collaboration, the money and marketing realities, the top things she learned and more.
In this episode we talk to Anne Weil about her new book, Weaving Within Reach, her use of natural materials, and making weaving as approachable as possible. Then I chat with Angela Tong about types of looms and what you can make with them. Interview Notes: Basic Structure of Weaving Anne Weil’s Site, Flax & … Continue reading Episode 205 | Anne Weil – Weaving Within Reach
This week on the show, is designer and founder of Flax & Twine, Anne Weil. Anne is a former investment banker turned professional maker who has created a brand driven by a love for creating, and known for it’s clean, beautiful aesthetic. For more info go to: www.vickiehowell.com/craftish
On today's episode of the Craft Industry Alliance podcast we're talking about going from blogger to author and teacher with my guest, Anne Weil. Anne is the creator of the blog Flax & Twine and a designer of patterns and projects that have been published by Martha Stewart, Design*Sponge, Elle Decor, Real Simple, and the Huffington Post. The author of Weaving Within Reach (affiliate link) and Knitting Without Needles (affiliate link), Anne teaches classes nationwide at art retreats and local yarn stores and online at Creativebug.com and Craftsy.com. She lives in Denver, Colorado, with her family. I was lucky to have Anne visit me in my studio for this interview while she was in town as part of her book tour. It's always especially nice to be able to record an interview in person. Catch up with Anne on Instagram to see what's she's up to and visit her shop to browse all of her books, patterns, supplies, and kits. +++++ This episode of the While She Naps podcast is sponsored by Search Press North America, bestselling books for sewing, quilting, knitting, fine art and many other crafts. Award-winning titles include the A-Z embroidery books and the Half Yard sewing series. Whether you are a beginner or an expert looking for new inspiration, Search Press delivers consistent, step by step instruction books for all crafters. You can find Search Press books in all major craft stores, as well as specialist retailers around the world. Use the discount code WSN102018 to receive 20% discount off books on the Search Press North America website plus free shipping. +++++ Please note that this show used to be called the While She Naps podcast. The name has changed, but the content and host have stayed the same. To get the full show notes for this episode, visit Craft Industry Alliance where you can learn more about becoming a member of our supportive trade association. Strengthen your creative business, stay up to date on industry news, and build connections with forward-thinking craft professionals. Meet with show host, Abby Glassenberg, each month for our Craft Business Roundtable, get access to courses and webinars taught by industry leaders, and much more.
Today on the show I have Anne Weil, the creator and blogger behind the Flax and Twine blog. She’s also the author of the book, knitting without needles and her latest book that just came out a few days ago, Weaving within Reach. Her patterns and craft projects have been featured everywhere from the Martha Stewart Blog to Apartment Therapy. We dive into how her self described beauty bone works and how she’s learned, over the years, to put her own self care first. Show notes here: https://knitcollage.com/64
When physicians look at patients, too often they see body parts and money, according to Dr. Abraham Nussbaum, of Denver Health. In a new book he calls for a renewal of medicine; he wouldn't recommend the profession to young people right now. Then, tiny satellites are aboard the International Space Station -- ones even kids can, and did, build. And Denver craft blogger and Martha Stewart contributor Anne Weil talks about knitting without needles, and he first book.
Sponsor: Fancy Tiger Crafts is a special yarn, fabric and notions shop based out of Denver Colorado. This inspired place is owned and operated by self proclaimed fiber nerds, Jaime Jennings and Amber Corcoran…two women who’s hope and journey have allowed them to share their knowledge, adventures and passion in fiber, and this is reflected in their beautiful shop as well as their endeavors in creating their own farm yarn Heirloom. Fancy Tiger Crafts is one of my favorite places to shop online for fabric, patterns and yarn, and I recently attended one of their craft nights and it’s even better in person. I’ve just began cutting out the Fen pattern and excited about their #fancykal that just started which you can find more info about on their blog. And make sure to mark your calendars for January 21st, where Fancy Tiger is hosting Superstar Knit Night with guests Laura Nelkin, Romi Hill, Miriam Felton, Jill Draper, Anne Weil and Lorilee Beltman. Grab your project and come hang out with knit with all these amazing fiber folk. Make sure to visit Fancy Tiger Crafts in person and online at fancytigercrafts.com and on Instagram @fancytigercrafts. Fiber folk: You know I love yarn with […]
Like many of us, Anne Weil got urge to quit her day job and follow her handmade dreams. But it didn't all fall into place over night. On this episode of the podcast, Anne talks about what led her to walk away from a finance career in New York City and settle out West. Even after launching her Flax and Twine blog was there were hiccups and even a temporary return to the career she left.