Royal crown from Let’s Do Something New

Vintage look-a-like mini hat pins from Buggalcraft

Tulle earrings and laced with love necklace from Blooms and Bugs: Sew, Share, Repeat

“Most people think of pirated movies or music when they hear about copyright violations,” says Eunny Jang, editor of Interweave Knits magazine. “But we answer questions about copyright for crafters, artists, designers, and authors every day—copyright and other intellectual property issues are a big deal in the DIY marketplace, where the “I can do that!” spirit and respect for original, independent design and authorship need to coexist peacefully.”

This exciting free 10-page ebook is available for download at Interweave’s online communities for artists and crafters.

“Ultimately, copyright is about protecting the creative process, ensuring that the creator of a work can benefit from that work,” adds Jang. “Our goal at Interweave is to educate our consumers about what copyright is, and why it matters—and to give authors, artists, and designers everywhere the tools they need to protect their own rights so they can continue to create new works and share them with the public.”

This talented group of crafting bloggers are as diverse as the many brands under the EK Success Brands umbrella! Take a look at each of their blogs to see their work and get a different perspective on Fork & Talk.

A Pope’s Creative Journey

Amélie Eyes

Be Unruffled

Best Loved Child

Candice Windham Designs

Cotton and Clover

East 9^th Street

Eggs & Herbs

Ekioart –  Brandy is giving away the stampset she received in her goodie bag!

Hog Wild About Stamping

Jeanne Gwin

Leslie’s Art and Sew – and Leslie’s post about her goodies!

Mo(o)re Whimsies

Nook & Crannies Crafts

Our Daily Craft – and Sarah’s finished embroidery kit!

To wrap up the Fork and Talk event, I’m giving away this American Girl Crafts Painted Memory Box! To enter for your chance to win, leave a comment telling why you want to attend the next Fork & Talk. The giveaway ends May 16, 2012. Sorry, this giveaway is open to US mailing addresses only.

Before you go read the interview, let me tell you a little more about the book. Tracy and Janice own Wired Arts where they teach wirework and sell supplies in Washington state. If you can’t make it there in person, now you can learn some of their techniques in 24 projects presented in Making Wire & Bead Jewelry. Detailed instructions are enhanced with many photos showing you exactly how to achieve the results you want with wire.

I really love the intricate and delicate forms created by these artists with wire-wrapping, coils, rings, and hammered paddles to name a few of the techniques. Janice says, “To me the most important thing is technique. Because the book has so many step-by-step images, the processes are easy to follow visually, making this the go-to guide for wire-bending techniques. After technique, the rest is just plain wire-bending fun!”

To enter for your chance to win this book full of wire-bending fun, leave a comment telling why you love wirework. The giveaway ends May 11, 2012. Sorry, the giveaway is open to US mailing addresses only.