Crafter Fran at the Vancouver Island Exhibition (live updates)

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Day 1 Updates: Welcome to the Vancouver Island Exhibition! 🎪

My booth is all set up here at Beban Park in Nanaimo with a curated collection of my favorite handcrafted creations! To top it off, I just found out a few of my pieces placed at the Home Arts table! 🏆 If you’re at the fair this weekend, come drop by, say hi, and check out all the amazing local talent!

Day 2 Updates: Today was all about connection and creativity. I loved chatting with so many of you about breathing new life into old treasures, turning sentimental keepsakes into something fresh, and even exploring how AI can spark our next big craft project. Hearing about all your own DIY journeys made today so special—thank you for sharing your stories and passion with me!

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Hey Crafters, I’m Fran!

I’m a self-taught crafter with a passion for turning imagination into reality. After retiring from a rewarding career as a nurse, I traded my scrubs for scissors and have been happily sewing up a storm ever since.

I love sharing my journey into the wonderful world of crafting on my blog. Here, you’ll find everything from the project ideas that spark my creativity to the techniques and resources that bring them to life. Whether I’m creating whimsical art dolls, cozy home decor, or magical Christmas ornaments, my goal is to inspire you to find joy in making things with your own hands.

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Crafter Fran at the Vancouver Island Exhibition (live updates)