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Made It! Meet The Makers

Are you ready to meet some makerpreneurs? In this crafty new series from The Design Network sponsored by Michaels Craft Stores, follow the stories of six entrepreneurs who turned their passion for making into a profession. You’ll get an inside look at their studios, their projects, and pick up some helpful business tips along the way! They Made It and […]

Say Hello To Of The Essence Designs!

Hey everyone! Tara here! First, we want to give a BIG thank you to the Design Network for taking the time to get to know us and for their creativity in highlighting our company through Rehabbed! We are forever grateful for the opportunity to share what we do creatively and also for the possibility of […]

Get Ready to Get Sleighed!

Ho-ho-hold onto your glue guns and get ready for a crafting competition like no other. The Design Network and Michaels Craft Stores have partnered to create a first ever makers showdown. Twinkly lights are going up and it’s all going down on Sleighed! Each episode takes you inside our winter wonderland arena, where creative contestants will compete in a series […]

The Art of Creating Art

We see artwork in homes, murals in businesses, and canvases lining our local museums – art is everywhere. But what does it take to create a piece of commissioned artwork? What does it take to become an artist in today’s world? The Design Network and Michaels Craft Stores have teamed up to bring you the second season of Commissioned – taking you […]