About
Julianna C. Hudgins, National Spokesperson
Throughout her career, Julianna Hudgins has served the crafting community more than dutifully. As an innovative expert, TV personality, author, and designer extraordinaire, Julianna has turned millions on to the joys of crafting through her first-hand experiences and applications of the hobby.
Julianna has appeared regularly on such TV programs as HGTV's Carol Duval Show, as well as Scrapbook Memories on PBS, DIY Scrapbooking, Home Matters on the Discovery Channel, QVC, Shop at Home TV and The Home Shopping Network. Julianna was also recognized as one of the "Top Scrapbooking Authorities" by the DIY Network and has already penned four insightful books on various aspects of crafting. In addition, Julianna's work and words continue to be featured in popular hobby publications.
Julianna Hudgins is often referred to in the craft industry as the "Fire Behind the Wire" because she was one of the first artists to see the possibilities of wire as a craft trend, and to develop products and projects to bring wire to the craft consumer. Today she continues to be a visionary leader in the craft world. A strong personality known by both consumers and industry, she can be a compelling advocate for your products and brand.
Television / Manufacturer Spokesperson
Understanding the power of television, Julianna began her career in 1991 on the "Aleene's Creative Living" TV show on TNN, which at that time was America's #1-rated craft show. She worked with the show as a Co-Host, segment producer, and demonstrator. In 1998, she produced and hosted her own cable television show, "The Creative Corner with Julianna", which was available in 8 million households in the United States.
Her experience and on-air appeal has provided her with many opportunities to speak on behalf of the industry to crafts manufacturers and retailers. From 1997 - 2000, Julianna was the television spokesperson for seven hundred and fifty Ben Franklin Crafts and Ben Franklin Variety Stores in the US. With her substantial experience in television, Julianna has hosted and produced a number of how-to craft videos, including videos demonstrating her own beading and wire designs. In addition, she has made regular appearances on the "Carol Duval" show on HGTV, Scrapbook Memories on PBS, "DIY Scrapbooking" and "Home Matters" on the Discovery Channel, QVC, Shop At Home TV and the Home Shopping Network.
Author/Designer
Leveraging her popularity on TV and working with manufacturers and retailers, she is author of four books: Bead It and More Bead It (published by Aleene's), Scrappin' with Wire and Sparkle and Shimmer (published by Design Originals), and contributor to Barbra McGuire's Wire Design book published by Krause Publications. In addition Julianna's work has been featured in a wide variety of magazines, including Crafts, Memory Makers, Arts & Crafts, Creating Keepsakes, Club Scrap, "Creative Living" published by Aleene's, and trade publications such as CNA, Craftrends, and Scrapbook Retailer.
Business & Marketing Support
As a business owner and consultant, Julianna has many years of experience in operations, sales, marketing and public relations. This experience has provided her a solid practical background in the world of Hobby & Crafts.
She has worked as a business consultant, for numerous companies including Ellison, Delta Technical Coatings, Artistic Wire, Krylon, Janlynn, Colorbok and Promotions Unlimited. On behalf of these companies Julianna has created and presented hundreds of projects in both print and media outlets. She is also experienced in TV, Video, DVD, and CD production for consumer and retail education. Julianna's work has included creating and overseeing designer relations programs and management of over 50 sales reps in the US.
One of Julianna's more recent venture's included, JewelCraft LLC a direct importer and manufacture of beads and accessories. Launching at HIA 2002 JewelCraft has grown each year and can be seen at the major trade shows, as well as in advertising in Creating Keepsakes, Memory Makers, Scrapbook Retailer and Craftrends magazines. Julianna's responsibilities for JewelCraft included implementation of a UPC bar coding structure for over 1000 SKU product line, which she also developed. She performed international sourcing and purchasing services, development of Planograms, and overall responsibility of the daily operation of the company. JewelCraft is currently under new management and continues to prosper and grow within the Craft Industry.
Motivational Speaker/Educator
Julianna is an experienced and highly sought after teacher in the Arts and Crafts Industry Worldwide. Julianna is especially passionate about Retailer education. With her vast experience, she is able to learn about your product and create a program that teaches the retailer how to sell what you make to the consumer, giving them what they need to know from both a consumer and industry point of view. Knowledge at the retail level means increased sales for you.
Product Development
Julianna has developed products and kits for a variety of craft companies, including Artistic Wire and JewelCraft. In addition to development, she was responsible for sourcing, packaging, and creation of name brand recognition for the programs she developed.
Graphic / Web Development
Julianna has been involved in the development of several websites including jangle.com, jewelcraft.biz and deltapapelcouture.com. Julianna has created many eye catching ad layouts, catalogs, sales sheets and other important sales tools for many of the manufactures in the Arts & Crafts Industry.
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