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April 26, 2024
Craft beer perfect for sunny and hot playoff hockey – Winnipeg Free Press
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As is often the case this time of year, Manitoba’s craft breweries are shifting their focus to brewing beers for warmer temperatures: lighter, sometimes fruitier lagers and ales.
And sports fans, take note. With a relatively low alcohol content (less than 5% by volume in the case of the beer we reviewed this week), these fresh, lively beers are perfect to crack open while watching the Winnipeg Jets battle. They faced the Colorado Avalanche in the first round of the Stanley Cup Playoffs.
For example, Trans Canada Brewing Co.’s Flying Otter Light Lager (Winnipeg — $3.44 per 473ml can, breweries, liquor marts, beer retailers) is helping shift your macro-beer-loving friends toward supporting local producers. This is the perfect beer to drink. Pale straw in color and clear, this affordable light lager features simple but fresh aromas of malt, bread dough and subtle corn. Dry and light-bodied, it has a nice creaminess that accentuates the malt and grain flavors, balanced by lively effervescence before a modest finish (4 percent alcohol by volume). It’s not an amazing beer, but it’s very tasty. TransCanada will launch Flying Otter today (April 27) at the brewery’s taproom (1290 Kenaston Blvd.), offering $5 pints and $15 pitchers along with food, games, live music and more. will be provided throughout the day. Flying Otter is also available in cases of 12 355ml cans for $24.94. 3/5
Another approachable (and very tasty) light beer is Good Neighbor Brewing Co.’s Kölsch Laggard Ale (Winnipeg – $3.99 per 473ml can, breweries, liquor marts, beer retailers). Pale gold in color and slightly cloudy, it has a beautiful aromatic biscuit aroma with fresh malt and delicate floral and hoppy notes. Light-bodied and dry, it offers hints of citrus with biscuit, malt, and very subtle, almost non-bitter hop flavors. Everything wraps up crisp and clean (and the modest alcohol content is 4.6 percent), but there’s an underlying complexity to every sip, and it’s well-made. 4/5
FullGeek BrewLab Like Clockwork Lager (Winnipeg — $3.99 per 473ml can, Oxus Brewing, Liquor Mart, Beer Distributors) is infused with blood orange zest and vanilla. Aroma-wise, these ingredients are not overpowering, but pair well with malt and cracker notes. In the light-plus-bodied finish, the vanilla aspect is most prominent, with notes of orange coming in to create a creamsicle-like flavor profile, but not as overpowering as other beers made in this style. , not overly sweet. The malt flavor continues through to a moderate bitterness and a medium finish (5% alcohol by volume). Brewed at Oxus Brewing Co. (1180 Sanford St.). Fun things. 3.5/5
Little Brown Jug Queer Beer Fruit Lager (Winnipeg — $4.39 per 473ml can, liquor marts, breweries and beer retailers) is back as the official beer of Pride Winnipeg, which runs from May 24 to June 2. Masu. This year’s batch is a beer with cherry and lime in a Little Brown Jug. It is deep copper in color and aromatically offers fruity components with malt and slightly herbal notes. Dry, medium-bodied, the subtle effervescence provides a slightly soft texture that contrasts nicely with the cherry and tart lime flavors, and the malt notes linger on the short finish (5 percent alcohol by volume). A portion of the proceeds from each can will be donated to Pride Winnipeg. Another fun thing. 4/5
Tighter and racier is Torque Brewing Company’s Purple City Lavender Sour (Winnipeg — $4.75 per 473ml can, breweries, liquor marts, beer retailers). Medium straw in color, cloudy in appearance, it’s a lavender-infused sour that brings the necessary floral notes with black tea, malt, and subtle white pepper and saline notes. On the palate, it’s light-bodied, dry, and lively, with an almost salty aroma, bright tart citrus and berry notes, and notes of lavender, black tea, and baking spice. There’s very little bitterness here, and at 4% alcohol, the aftertaste is crisp, short, and clean. It’s very refreshing. 3.5/5
The Sookram’s Brewing Co. Carmilla Blood Orange Wheat ($4.49/473ml can, breweries, liquor marts, beer stores) was brewed by the women of Sookram’s for International Women’s Brewing Day (March 8). The blood orange-infused wheat beer is medium golden in color and hazy in appearance, but aromatically it has a core of ripe citrus notes and a lively herbal component from Amarillo and Citra hops. All backed by notes of fresh wheat. Primarily dry and light-plus-bodied, it has flavors of blood orange and citrus zest, with moderate herbal, hoppy bitterness, and a residual wheat component in the background, with a modest finish at 5 percent alcohol. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the North End Women’s Center. 4/5
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Craft shows, kids carnival, music by Glenn Miller and more in Morris
MORRIS COUNTY, NJ — As April draws to a close, spring events for residents of all ages are in full swing in Morris County.
And if you’re in the mood to scour tag sales and craft shows, want to take the kids to learn something new, or have a craving for live music, you can’t go wrong with Patch. Here are some ideas you may enjoy. And for those who want something fresh on their table (or in their cupboard), the Winter Farmers Market ends this Sunday.
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I hope you can find something from this list to make your weekend “feel good”, even if the above description doesn’t quite apply to you (we have a hint about one of the items!). Forecasters say there will be little to no rain over the weekend.
Introducing part of the calendar for April 27th (Sat) and April 28th (Sun).
Annual Mount Tabor Tag Sale
What’s happening: Find unique treasures and useful tools at our annual tag sale. It will benefit efforts to restore the Mount Tabor Historical Society and the Richardson History House Museum. We also have a large selection of handicraft supplies and other bargain items.
Where and when: Saturday 9am to 4pm and Sunday 11am to 4pm, Bethel Pavilion, Trinity Park, 26 Simpson Avenue, Mount Tabor NJ, 07878.
More details here: https://morristourism.org/events/moun...
Children’s Public Safety and Service Career Carnival
What: This event allows young people to explore ‘careers that make a difference’ through activities, demonstrations, games and more. Meet public safety professionals and people in public service. There will also be an art contest on site. The event is free, but registration is encouraged (register and receive a free swag bag).
Where and when: Saturday, April 27th, 1:00pm to 2:30pm, Morristown and Morris Township Library, 1 Miller Road, Morristown NJ 07960
More details here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/p…
Annual drug collection day
What’s happening: Law enforcement agencies across the county are participating in Saturday’s Drug Take-Away Day. This allows you to safely and securely dispose of unwanted or expired prescriptions.
Location and time: Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at more than a dozen police stations and local stores. This includes sites such as Chester, East Hanover, Forum Park, Morristown/Morris Plains, Parsippany, and Rockaway.
Learn more: https://patch.com/new-jersey/morristo...
MPAC “Dinosaur World Live”
What: This “amazing” interactive show features a host of prehistoric creatures and promises both “danger and joy” as families learn about dinosaurs including Tyrannosaurus Rex, Triceratops, Giraffatitan, Microraptor and Segnosaurus. Masu. Tickets range from $20 to $35. Note: The 5pm show is more sensory friendly, so lighting levels will be adjusted during the show to create a more casual atmosphere.
Where and when: Saturday, 1pm and 5pm, Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South Street, Morristown NJ 07960.
More details here: https://www.mayoarts.org/shows…
Jersey Manufacturer: Spring Arts & Crafts Fair
What’s happening: This free event features dozens of makers and artists showcasing their talents and handmade items. Food stalls will also offer refreshments while you browse pottery, jewelry, décor, personal care products, gifts, and more. .
Location and date: Saturday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., Central Park at Morris County Cross Country Arena, 1 Gov. Chris Christie Drive, Parsippany, NJ 07950
For more information: https://morristourism.org/events/jers...
Last weekend of Morris Winter Farmers Market
What’s happening: The winter market bids farewell to the season from April 28th onwards. Stop by for local produce and microgreens, fresh baked goods, honey, syrups, sauces, and more.
Where and when: Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Convent Train Station (11 Convent Road, Morristown, NJ 07960)
For more information: https://www.growitgreenmorristown.org
Glenn Miller Orchestra at MPAC
What’s happening: The 18-member ensemble carries on the name and legacy of Glenn Miller with songs from the 1930s and ’40s that “rocked the Greatest Generation.” The reformed orchestra will perform original arrangements from Miller’s Civilian Orchestra and the famous Glenn Miller Army Air Force Band. And several Morris High School students will perform with the band. Tickets range from $29 to $69.
Where and when: Sunday 3pm, Mayo Performing Arts Center, 100 South Street, Morristown, NJ 07960
For more information: https://www.mayoarts.org/shows/the-gl...
Music Recital at Drew University
What’s happening: This weekend, as the spring semester draws to a close, the university will host flute and jazz recitals, allowing the music department to showcase talented students and guest performers. Both shows are free.
When and where: Sunday. Flute recital at 3pm and jazz recital at 7pm will be held at Drew University Concert Hall, 36 Madison Avenue, Madison, NJ 07940.
For more information: https://drew.edu/about/campus-facilit...
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Donald Trump attends Kentucky fundraiser with Kelly and Joe Craft
Former President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit Lexington next month to raise money for his campaign.
Kentuckians who want to dine with the alleged Republican nominee on May 15 will need deep pockets. Ticket prices start at $25,000 per couple and go up to nearly $845,000, according to a National Review report.
The dinner in Lexington is part of a series of dinners hosted by a newly formed committee called Trump 47. The committee hosted a dinner in Palm Beach, Florida, earlier this month and is planning dinners in Las Vegas and Miami.
Kelly Craft’s name at the top of the invitation may raise some eyebrows in Kentucky.
Kelly is the wife of billionaire Joe Craft, and she and Trump had a good relationship during his presidency, with Trump choosing her to be his ambassador first to Canada and then to the United Nations.
But when Kelly Craft entered the Republican primary for governor last year, Trump had already announced his support for her rival, Daniel Cameron.
Barbara Bank, owner of Jackon Family Wines, will also be the host, according to an invitation posted by National Review. She also owns Stone Street Farm, a stable in Lexington.
What is Trump 47?The Trump 47 Committee was established in January. The company has raised more than $23 million and had nearly $13 million on hand at the end of March, according to SEC filings.
It is a joint fundraising committee that can collect and distribute funds to numerous organizations, including the Trump campaign, the Republican National Committee, and many state Republican parties, including Kentucky.
Some of the money raised at the Lexington event will likely go toward paying Trump’s legal costs.
One of the groups that makes up the committee is Save America Leadership PAC, which has so far spent $76 million on Trump’s legal costs.
An invitation to the Trump 47 event held earlier this month in Palm Beach, Florida, states that the funds raised will be distributed among the various organizations that make up the Community Chest Committee, with each ticket worth $6,600 to the Trump Campaign Committee. It stated that $5,000 would be donated to Save America. The PAC, up to $413,000, will be donated to the Republican National Committee, with the remainder, if any, going to state Republicans.
Trump’s fundraising efforts have been hampered by the multiple criminal trials he faces and high legal fees.
He also lost to President Joe Biden, who raised a whopping $90 million in March alone. Overall, Democrats report having more than $192 million in campaign funds on hand, more than double the amount on hand for Republicans.
Contact Rebecca Grapevine at rgrapevine@courier-journal.com or follow @RebGrapevine on X (formerly known as Twitter).
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Attractive design for arts and crafts lovers: DesignWanted
Boston Design Week presents the annual Design Week Awards on May 3 and features numerous activities including distinguished guest speakers, panel discussions, walking tours, exhibitions, book signings, artist open studios, design workshops, and more. is held. The event is hosted by a diverse group of participants, including design-oriented companies, universities, museums, nonprofit organizations, individual designers, and professional organizations. All are open to the public and most are free with registration.
Boston Design Center Entrance, Boston Design Week 2024
This year’s festival theme “Design for the Future – Preserve for the Future” is reflected in a variety of design disciplines, addressing not only the preservation of historic designs but also the innovation of new designs. The event is designed to resonate with the economic, social, and environmental needs of the city, country, and world, while at the same time contributing to architecture, interior design, landscape design, design justice, custom design, and the diversity of the city of Boston. It also celebrates the achievements of cultural influences. design scene.
The festival started on April 23rd and featured several notable events. The American Society of Interior Design (ASID) and the International Furniture Design Association (IFDA) will launch Design Superiore at an event hosted by the Consul General of Italy in Boston, highlighting the influence of Italian designers. At the same time, architect Patrick Ahearn is releasing a new book, Reinterpreting History, which explores how Duxbury’s Miles Standish Hotel was transformed into a modern waterfront mansion, in keeping with the festival’s preservation theme. Masu.
Beyond Walls, Lynn, Boston Design Week 2024
The festival also provides an opportunity to explore both new and historic design in Boston. Notable events include a tour of his condo, a model of the St. Regis Residences designed by Eric Loseff, and a major exhibition by the Boston College of Architecture, “A Legacy of Design Innovation: 150 Years of Shepley Bulfinch and Beyond” It will be. Founded in 1874. Throughout the 12 days, the festival will host a variety of events appealing to arts and crafts enthusiasts, with plenty of family-friendly activities planned throughout the weekend.
Participants include North Bennett Street School, Artists for Humanity, Beyond Walls, and more. In addition, four of his artist open studio events will be held over the weekend, including Newton Open Studios, Somerville Open Studios, East Boston Artist Group, and SoWa “First Friday” Open Studios, where several artists will give talks and presentations.
Artists for Humanity, Boston Design Week 2024
Boston Design Week, sponsored by Fusco & Four/Ventures, LLC, aims to increase public awareness and appreciation of design, recognize the important role of design in our lives, and reach new audiences for a wide range of design industries and organizations. It is intended to attract. The event is part of World Design Week, an international federation that promotes the exchange of ideas, sustainable development and growth among more than 40 design weeks around the world.
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Owner of Jack’s Abbey Craft Lager acquires Wormtown Brewing Company and launches new name: Hendler Family Brewing Company
WORCESTER, Mass. , April 26, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — Jack, Eric and Sam Hendler, brothers and owners of Framingham-based Jack’s Abbey Craft Lager, are the founders of the Worcester-based brewery. has agreed to acquire local mainstay Wormtown Brewery. This acquisition solidifies the company as one of the 10 largest family-owned craft breweries in the country.
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Be Hoppy IPA and house lager
The acquisition will change the name to Hendler Family Brewing Company, which will operate the Jack’s Abbey Craft Lager and Wormtown brands, as well as the company’s contract brewing division, Jack’s Beverage Company. . Headquarters will remain in Framingham, and the Hendler family plans to provide roles for the majority of Wormtown’s current non-owner staff. This strategic move solidifies the company’s position and underscores its dedication to fostering long-term growth and prosperity in Massachusetts’ brewing industry.
“The pandemic put unimaginable pressure on Massachusetts breweries, followed by supply chain instability, record high inflation, employee shortages, and a host of other challenges for small and medium-sized breweries. We’ve been hit hard,” said Sam Hendler, CEO and co-founder of Jax. Abbey craft lager. “Wormtown, headlined by their Be Hoppy IPA, is a leading brand in Massachusetts, and we are thrilled to secure the continued legacy of their craft and products.”
Jack’s Abby Craft Lagers was founded in 2011 and currently employs 167 local residents. The acquisition will increase annual production to 110,000 barrels and total employees to more than 200, making Jack’s Abbey the largest craft beer brewing facility in Massachusetts. Wormtown Taprooms will remain in Worcester and Foxboro, with additional resources, support and staff provided by the new owners.
“Our brewery has come a long way over the past 14 years. From our former ice cream shop on Park Avenue to our home on Shrewsbury Street, the team at Wormtown have made great beer and At this stage of our brewery, we couldn’t be more proud of our team and the great beers they create. We are dedicated to sharing our love of Worcester beer. We are confident that we have found the perfect beer: stewards of our beer, our people and our commitment to the City of Worcester,” said David Fields on behalf of the Wormtown ownership group.
Wormtown Brewery has been serving customers in Worcester and the surrounding areas since 2010. Wormtown’s award-winning and acclaimed lineup of beers will continue to be readily available wherever Wormtown products are distributed and enjoyed. The sale is expected to officially close in early summer 2024, pending licensing approval.
About Jack’s Abbey Craft Lager
Jack’s Abby is a proudly independent, family-owned brewery based in Framingham, Massachusetts. This brewery was founded in 2011 by his three brothers Jack, Eric and Sam Hendler. This brewery is the country’s first craft beer brewery specializing in lager. Their mission is to create quality products that respect tradition and the spirit of inspired innovation. With an entrepreneurial spirit and a passion for people, they take pride in learning from and contributing to our vibrant community.
About Wormtown Brewery:
Founded in 2010 in a former ice cream shop on Park Avenue in Worcester, Wormtown Brewery has been committed to brewing the highest quality beers using locally sourced ingredients. Promising “a nugget in every glass”, Wormtown has won more than 300 of his medals, including four World Beer Cup medals and a Grand National Championship. Today, the brewery is located on Shrewsbury Street in Worcester, and operates his second facility and taproom at Patriot Place in Foxboro, where he continues to spread his passion for beer one pint at a time. It’s helpful.
Contact: Sam Hendler
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Source: Jax Abbey
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Jack’s Abbey plans to buy Wormtown Brewery, most of staff will remain
Matthew Tota | Telegram/Gazette Special Feature
WORCESTER — Jack’s Abbey Craft Lagers on Friday acquired Wormtown Brewery, Worcester’s oldest and largest brewery, bringing together two of the state’s better-known beer brands and expanding its operations in the Boston suburbs. announced that it would rebuild the craft beer landscape.
With the sale, Jack’s Abbey will be renamed Hendler Family Brewing Company, named after the three brothers who founded it in Framingham 13 years ago, and will become one of the nation’s 30 largest breweries. Become. Wormtown contributes more than 20,000 barrels of beer per year to Jack’s beer production, including beer produced under contract with other breweries. In total, Jack’s Abbey’s production will increase to more than 110,000 barrels per year.
Wormtown has injected cash and given a new look to the brewery, which has struggled to find consistent growth since celebrating its 10th anniversary in 2020. Brewing operations will close in Worcester and move to Jack’s massive Morton Street Brewery, but the Worcester and Foxboro taprooms will remain open and nearly all of Wormtown’s employees will remain. Jack’s Abbey CEO and co-founder Sam Hendler said in a phone interview Thursday night that Jack’s will have more than 200 employees, up from about 167.
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“We’re going to invest a lot of money into our taproom and our people and provide them with resources that weren’t available to Wormtown alone,” Hendler said.
The sale illustrates just how long and arduous the road to post-COVID-19 recovery has been for a brewery of Wormtown’s size. Mr. Hendler said mergers and divestitures involving mid-sized brewers will become more common. He declined to say how much Jax paid Wormtown.
“It’s a stressful environment for a mid-sized brewery and sharing resources will help independent breweries of this size survive and hopefully thrive,” he said. “We want to build something stable and strong, and combining these two businesses will accomplish that.”
Aside from the ownership group, most of Wormtown’s employees will keep their jobs. Notably, President and General Manager Kimberly Golinski, who joined Wormtown in August 2021, is leaving the brewery along with CEO David Fields. We plan to operate Worm Town until the sale ends in early summer.
However, Hendler said Wormtown’s brewing, packaging and marketing leaders will remain in place.
“The key is having the right people at the helm,” he says. “We will be taking over the majority of our sales and marketing team and positioning them to oversee the Wormtown brand separately from the Jack’s brand.”
Recognizing its importance to the brewery’s history and future, Jack’s Abbey will pay special attention to its Shrewsbury Street taproom in Wormtown. And Hendler hinted that there will be a “significant expansion” to the taproom.
“Our top priority is to make the Worcester taproom experience the best taproom experience in central Massachusetts,” he said. “The lifeblood of the brand is in its walls. And we’re looking at opportunities to make those walls a little bit bigger. We want it to be the crown jewel of the brand.”
When Wormtown opened in 2010 inside the Peppercorn’s Grill & Tavern ice cream shop, the world of craft beer changed. There were fewer than 50 breweries in the state, and none within 32 miles of Worcester. Breweries were also limited to providing samples of only 2 ounces. A few years later, state licensing changes allowed breweries to sell full pints at the brewery, ushering in the era of taprooms.
Riding on the success of Bee Hoppy, an IPA featuring the iconic Harvey Ball smiley face, Wormtown has become one of the leading packaging breweries in the state. The consistency of our flagship IPA has allowed us to expand into a new taproom and experiment with new styles. Last year, the brewery was also able to branch out into distilling (Jack’s plan is to keep its license active so it can continue to serve spirits in its taproom).
Fields, who joined the company as managing partner in 2014, is focused on finding the best answers to the myriad challenges facing craft breweries today, from rising costs to supply chain issues and changing consumer preferences. One is to expand the scale, he said.
“This is the perfect time for any brewery to explore economies of scale,” he said in an email Friday.
He said Wormtown has other divestment opportunities and has been “actively” considering new brands and potential merger partners in recent years. Jack and the Hendler family seemed like a natural first choice.
“The Hendler family is a smart and dedicated beer family, committed to making quality beer,” he said. “Because our breweries were so close to each other and founded only a year apart, we were constantly measuring our growth, success, and accomplishments against theirs. The difference was that they were committed to Wormtown, to the team they had now, and especially to Worcester.”
Fields said the list of people who have dedicated their lives to transforming Wormtown is long, stressing that original founders Tom Oliveri and Ben Loesch have continued to work on it.
He also credits Wormtown’s success to longtime employees Jay Lambert, Ben Platt, Scott Drake and Damers Olsen, all of whom Jack will continue to retain. Ta.
“Ninety-five percent of all the beer we’ve brewed over the past 14 years has been brewed, packaged, or QC sampled by these four people,” Fields said. “And Jax has committed to retaining not only them, but virtually all of our current employees.”
For Fields, being able to expand Wormtown beyond Worcester has always been the most rewarding aspect of his more than 30-year career in beer sales.
“The city of Worcester and its people have given us so much love. But they’re not the only ones,” he said. “A huge thank you to everyone who has purchased Wormtown Beer in the past. Hey, come on down to a bar in Southie or the Cape, or Rhode Island, New Hampshire, Connecticut, Western Massachusetts, or Vermont, and have a little time with new friends. There’s nothing cooler than sharing Worcester.
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NB2A: Black-owned brewery thrives on Craft’s unique strategy – authenticity and community
NB2A: Black-owned brewery thrives on Craft’s unique strategy – authenticity and community | Brewbound
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April 25, 2024
Yoma Craft is not your mom’s crochet | Lifestyle
Crocheting has gained a lot of attention in the fashion world in recent years, both due to the complete saturation of the market and the success and innovation of designers like Rachel Scott of Diotima.
Capitalizing on this popularity, Jenelle Stewart decided to create Yoma Craft with the aim of adding more luxury to the market.
“I started Yoma Craft in June 2021 with the desire to show individuals how versatile crochet can be and ultimately monetize a pastime that I am very passionate about. ” she explained.
She continued, “Building a luxury crochet bag business has been a journey rooted in passion and dedication. From the beginning, our vision has been to redefine the perception of crochet and transform it from traditional It was about turning it from a craft into a symbol of elegance.”
Stewart spends her days helping people throughout her career as a nurse, but during the COVID-19 pandemic, she realized she needed a way to reduce her own anxiety. .
She spoke about her origins: “During the pandemic I developed moderate anxiety and crocheting was a way to improve this. I have always been fascinated by this art form, but I never knew how to actually do it.” I wasn’t. I’ve always been good with my hands. [always] Any chance to learn new skills and let my creative side shine was more than welcome, so being the DIY girl that I am, I turned to YouTube University to watch tutorials and use whatever I needed in between my university’s virtual classes. I practiced. ”
She continued: “The more I focused on learning to crochet, the more I found that my anxiety decreased significantly and I never wanted to quit. This medium is so versatile that it is so easy to explore and create.” I especially liked it, so I learned how to make clothes, storage materials, home decorations, and of course bags.”
Stewart is known for pushing the boundaries of crochet’s common uses, but her first love is making bags.
“Personally, I love a good bag, and while it may sound like I’m a hoarder, I like being able to pack all my essentials whenever I leave the house, so bags are a must-have for me, and other I know it’s also necessary for many “women and men,” so I made it my focus product. I think bags are the best accessories. Do you have something beautiful and functional? I believe that a good bag can complete an entire outfit. ”
Although crochet is now one of the most common crafts locally, Stewart says a reputation for quality is of paramount importance to Yoma Craft.
“My goal is for people to see a Yoma Craft bag and immediately think about an armpiece that looks comfortable enough to take to their next vacation, dinner appointment, brunch or beach outing, or even to church. When my customers and future customers pick up a Yoma Craft branded bag, I want them to experience ease and comfort. It’s not about selling a bag, it’s about creating an experience, a piece of art, that customers can carry with them, and we can’t wait for everyone to be a part of it.”
She continued: “I’m very interested in changing the way everyday people view crochet. It doesn’t have to be grandma’s favorite pastime or a decorative couch cover; it’s a unique clock that’s a conversation starter. I also want to be assertive and show the world that I have a lot more to offer when it comes to crocheting.”
While Stewart insists her brand is better than others, she says she’s glad crocheting is having its moment.
“Crochet is definitely establishing itself among the younger demographic. It’s mainly because of its versatility and how happy it is to work with your hands and find the finished product beautiful.” I think it depends on how aware you are.”
shanel.lemmie@gleanerjm.com
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10 rare Arts & Crafts homes for sale in London – from Muswell Hill hotspot to Maida Vale
Most of us can identify the Georgian physique, know Brutalism by looking at it, and even make educated guesses about the 60’s and 70’s.
But when it comes to the ephemeral Arts and Crafts movement, the lines get a little blurry.
A group of architects modeled this very British style after the art movement of the same name. This art movement, whose main proponent, William Morris, sought to re-establish the use of traditional craft techniques as a cry against mass production.
Distinctive but difficult to define, the movement’s design reveled in asymmetry, unusual details, and the use of local materials.
Purists will note that “true” Arts & Crafts homes were built just after the turn of the century (find the gems below), but some from the ’20s and ’30s Home builders incorporated Arts & Crafts thinking into their designs.
Introducing the top 10 currently on sale.
Muswell Hill, N10
Ethelden Avenue, N10 (Prickett & Ellis)
£2.5m
A detached Arts & Crafts gem with 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, utility room, garage, and eave storage. It is set within Rockfield Estate conservation area and also includes an extensive white slate garden.
Prickett & Ellis, 020 3869 5336
Putney, SW15
Manor Fields, SW15 (Alan Fuller)
675,000 pounds
A distinctive two-bedroom apartment with a paneled hallway, set in a sophisticated Jacobean complex set around a central lawn. Additional benefits include resident parking and on-site management.
Alan Fuller, 020 3870 4163
Hampstead, NW11
Meadway, NW11 (Hamptons)
£2.75 million
A rare (and cavernous) Grade II listed seven-bedroom house, designed by Edwin Lutyens, just north of Hampstead Heath Extension. It is in a time capsule state after being equipped with original functions.
Hamptons, 020 3835 5083
Kingsbury, NW9
Goldsmith Lane, NW9 (Anderson, Brown & Clarke)
£550,000
This three-bedroom semi-condominium is located in the Sir Frank Baines-designed Low Green Village near Kingsbury Underground Station. The wraparound plot is one of the largest in the reserve.
Anderson, Brown, Clark, 020 3907 3531
Greenwich, SE3
Foyle Road, SE3 (Comber & Co)
£1,875,000
This unique single-family home near Greenwich Park has approximately 3,000 square feet of space, including seven bedrooms and an integrated garage. An air-conditioned home studio is a backyard bonus.
Comber & Co., 020 3892 6002
Brockley, SE4
Rokeby Road, SE4 (Brockley)
575,000 pounds
With its own entrance and private garden, this bright three-bedroom maisonette is set on the upper two floors of a distinctive turreted building within a conservation area.
Conran Estate, 020 8629 8164
Maida Vale, W9
Biddulph Road, W9 (Goldschmidt & Howland)
£4.65 million
A unique home in a prime location close to the Tube and Paddington Recreation Ground. It has a seemingly high-tech interior and approximately 3,000 square feet of living space.
Goldschmidt & Howland, 020 3840 3709
Streatham Hill, SW2
Palace Road, SW2 (Hunters)
325,000 pounds
A rationally laid-out one-bedroom apartment on the ground floor of an attractive detached house set back from the road. Freehold shares and no chains make this a practical purchase.
Hunter, 020 3828 7314
Muswell Hill, N10
Fortis Green, N10 (Prickett & Ellis)
£750,000
This three-bedroom apartment overlooks the communal gardens of the Collins-designed listed mansion block. Muswell Hill’s independent shops and pubs are just a short walk from here.
Prickett & Ellis, 020 3869 5336
Chelsea, SW33 million pounds
Mallord Street, SW3 (Russell Simpson)
3 bedroom apartment located in the beautiful Arts & Crafts District behind King’s Road. It features attractive mullioned windows and thoughtfully decorated interiors. Freehold share.
Russell Simpson, 020 3835 6490
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Welcome to the “could-be-worst” era of craft beer brewing.
LAS VEGAS — The Southern California brewer found himself talking to a reporter outside an afterparty at Beer Zombie’s, a brewery on Interstate 15 just north of the Strip. It was the first time the beer maker attended the Brewers Association’s Craft Brewers Conference. “To be honest, I thought it was going to be a lot more dire and dark,” he said.
same here. His 2024 edition of the annual industry conference was held here in stunning Las Vegas last week, and there was clearly no fear on the fairgrounds for the craft beer industry’s recent grim fate. Explore millions of square feet of exhibition space and hardware displays at the Venetian Expo Center. We will demonstrate the software! Maltsters, hop growers, wholesalers and cookware manufacturers! And that thousands of brewers, drinking beer and packing swag bags, will remain in the business of selling craft beer to an increasingly apathetic, distracted, and abstinent American public. , it hasn’t become that difficult in recent years.
Missing: All doom and gloom. distress. Do you hate beer in Las Vegas? There aren’t that many.
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Don’t get me wrong, times are tough and rough for the American craft beer industry. It wasn’t at too many conferences that “20% by 2020” (like the market share of all beer sold in the U.S.) became a rallying cry that shook the industry. For years, the universal question on brewers’ lips has been, “How well are you doing?” That was then. Small independent breweries, as defined by BA, ended 2023 with around 1% less production and 3% more value. The sector accounts for 13.3% of the total U.S. beer market, and itself shrunk by more than 5% in volume last year. While more breweries opened than closed last year, the difference was small, and it looks like the ratio will finally reverse this year.
Bart Watson, BA’s chief economist and vice president of strategy, warned at a general meeting on Tuesday morning that the day could soon come when banks could no longer rely on IPAs for “immediate interests”. “As we actually measured, IPAs were down slightly in 2023.” This is a brave new world, and if that downward trend accelerates in the craft beer market’s most important and profitable style, brewing Businesses will have to be even more courageous.
Still: Just under half of all respondents to BA’s annual production survey said production would increase in 2023. Watson’s recent analysis of Tax and Trade Board (TTB) data shows that more than 600 breweries now also have spirits licenses, and brewers are increasing the number of new spirits licenses. It is shown that it has been obtained. We would like to conceptualize our business with a more flexible “total link” paradigm. Non-alcoholic beverages infused with hemp-derived tetrahydrocannabinol are seeing attractive sales growth for breweries, which are allowed by state law to enter the nascent segment. “Given the circumstances, the Kraft numbers aren’t great, but they’re not bad either,” Watson said.
The conclusion of the trade group’s years of data was more or less summed up by the slides of his characteristically enlightening hour-long presentation Tuesday morning, which showed that the 2023 brewery closure rate (approximately 4 per cent) compared favorably with more general leisure and hospitality businesses (about 10 per cent). ) “It could get worse.” If the individual brewers roaming around the Venetian these past few days felt otherwise, they weren’t wearing it on the sleeves of their parkas.
But the industry as a whole had a lot of concerns, which were thoroughly discussed over three days of seminars, meetings, and after-hours drinking parties on and off the Strip. Direct-to-consumer transportation and franchise law reform is a top priority for BA’s policy-making dual threat, with General Counsel Mark Solini and Senior Director of Federal Affairs Katie Marisic announcing that Potentially onerous nutrition labeling requirements are not far behind. BA chairman and chief executive Bob Pease made sure to point out the “growing threat posed by neo-prohibitionist groups” in his opening remarks on Monday, as did several other speakers throughout the week. Similarly stated. There are problems in the hop market, there are problems in the equipment market, there are problems in the capital market.
Let’s not forget the climate crisis and beer manufacturers’ social responsibility to stop it getting worse. “It’s hard to escape the fact that we are in an industry that literally releases carbon dioxide into the atmosphere. [regular] Garrett Oliver, Brooklyn Brewery’s venerable brewmaster, spoke during Wednesday’s session, talking about the environmental imperative of adopting renewable grains like fonio and kernza. As beer companies already struggling to protect margins and increase production ponder whether a more sustainable value proposition will actually make their business more sustainable, banquet halls that are too large A nervous laugh rippled through the room. (Research is limited so far, but mixed at best.)
In CBC 2024, there was a “bad cop” to Watson’s “good” counterpart. That person was Scott Metzger of Craft Ohana, the nation’s 26th largest selling craft beer maker and parent company of Maui Brewing Company and Modern Times Beer + Coffee. last year. The West Coast company’s chief operating officer poured out some tough love during a Wednesday afternoon session titled “Your Brewery Is a Business, Not a Hobby,” pointing out that during the industry’s boom over the past decade, Through grinding, the established lifestyle brewery argued that it needed to step up for the current downturn.
“Craft beer became too easy and stayed too easy until right before it wasn’t,” Metzger said. “We are not indispensable. …We can replace entire categories. You don’t have to feel sorry for this, but every day, every moment, we continue to earn our place in this industry, We must continue to earn our place in the hearts of our customers.”
“They don’t owe us anything, but we owe them for the value proposition,” Metzger added. He’s right and he should say so. I wish more of his colleagues had stayed until the afternoon of the third day to hear it.
Your humble Hop Take columnist was kind enough to stay even longer than that and attend the first annual “State of the Dark Brewery” presentation by the National Dark Beer Association (NB2A) . The organization, founded last year, said in a pre-meeting press release that its constituent companies, 85 small, independent, Black-owned breweries across the country, have grown over the past two years, despite the overall growth of the craft beer industry. It claimed to have recorded a growth of 20 percent annually. I hit a plateau. how? “It’s the exact same recipe that helped craft beer grow before,” he says of generations of black brewers like Garrett Oliver and Celeste Beatty (the first black woman to run a craft brewery at Harlem Brewing). Surrounded by some of the biggest names in the brewing world, Executive Director Kevin Asato filled a packed waiting room. Co.), Marcus Baskerville (of Weathered Souls Brewing Company and Black Is Beautiful fame) “It’s authentic to the community.”
Of course, the recipes that helped craft beer grow in the past are also responsible for its current downturn, with huge numbers of black drinkers suddenly finding themselves hungry for craft beer (thereby increasing the pie for everyone). It’s a good idea to imagine that, but the more likely short-term scenario is that these brewers, like the other brewers attending CBC, grow at the expense of their colleagues, or The opposite is true. The rising tide that once lifted all boats is receding, and not everyone can survive on trickle-down beer sales. Sure, it could be worse, but it could also be better.
Still, if it’s a reporter’s job to look at the industry with a pint glass half empty, this year’s conference confirmed that many brewers still see it differently. Why not? After all, in Las Vegas, doom and gloom can always wait until tomorrow, and optimism is forever in fashion.
Hop Ocalypse NowWill Hop Take affect federal labor policy? Probably not. But maybe? Earlier this week, the Federal Trade Commission voted to ban most non-compete clauses, making the old clauses unenforceable and the new clauses invalid for positions below executive management. (Unleash your pearls, capitalists. The ultra-conservative U.S. Chamber of Commerce has already filed a lawsuit to overturn it.) As you may recall, earlier this year, I Big craft beer’s infamous anti-competitive and enforced non-competition banality. Coincidence? ! I mean, yes, obviously. on the other hand…
Up…Crown & Hops and Full Circle Brewing have formed a “strategic alliance” to become the nation’s largest black-owned craft brewer…Russian River Brewing Co. Donated the entire barrel brewery to NB2A, yeah…congratulations to this year’s World Beer Cup winners…congratulations to the mixologists who made it to the 50 Best Bars of 2024 list. At least consider an off-menu Rothaus or something…
…and downAnheuser-Busch InBev starts touring annual competition at Bud Light a year after conservative boycott began, but brand remains underperforming… Kroger sells another company 166 stores trying to get the FTC to file an “amended lawsuit” over the troubled merger with Albertsons… Faubourg Brewing Company’s nearly new $30 million factory in New Orleans Scheduled to be liquidated for just $2 million a month… Rest in peace Foxtrot, the futuristic bougie market concept that went bankrupt this week…
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