More Great Sites and Organizations

Hey hey its been a lovely day!

I've got some great new links for you guys as I've been extending my virtual network.

First...today has been wonderful because I got to sign for a $3000 check!

But the reason I'm sharing this information is to promote Industrial Fabrics Association International. IFAI is a not-for-profit trade association representing the entire spectrum of the specialty fabrics industry. These include: Awnings and Shades, Geosynthetics, Graphics, Lightweight Structures, Marine, Protective (Safety & Medical), Tents & Temporary Shelters, Transportation & Automotive, Truck Covers, and Upholstery. Check them out: www.ifai.com.

So where does the money come in? I was selected to receive the 2009 Industrial Fabrics Foundation Student Scholarship, along with Jeff Hillenbrand at Ivy Tech Community College. Here is the link in order to download the application: www.indfabfnd.com/scholarships. The new application is not yet posted, but will be due in September of 2009.

Another site definitely worth checking out is: www.InnovationInTextiles.com.

The Founder and Editor, Billy Hunter, came across my blog and introduced me to this successful and informative resource. Innovation in Textiles is an up-to-date source for online news and technology for the global textile industry.

Also be sure to swing by his other site: www.KnittingIndustry.com.

Also interesting is an online fiber publication creator by a contact from the Inspired Design Conference, Joe Lewis: www.VelvetHighway.com host the Canadian publication, fibreQuarterly. Please be sure to check out the latest issue!

Joe also keeps a blog: www.JoeLewisTextileArt.blogspot.com

And just 1 more for now: www.AmericanCraftMag.org.

American Craft has been around as a physical publication created by the American Craft Council for decades, but has recently been revived and made its mark on the virtual world. Andrew Wagner, Editor-in-Chief has played a key role in this process. Andrew was a key note speaker at the Inspired Design Conference and a pleasure to listen to. He has a very hip and modern approach to the craft world, which has recently gotten a bad rap for outdating itself. But with publications like this, crafts are sure to be recognized for their true value and make an outrageous comeback!