Articles from Golden Peak Media

Creativebug announced the launch of Creativebug Borrow, a new pay-per-use add-on for the Creativebug for Libraries enterprise program that enables library patrons to borrow access to premium digital creative learning platforms for seven days at a time. The new product will be available to library partners beginning April 1, 2026.

Golden Peak Media announced today that registration is now open for Bead Fest 2026, taking place August 5–8, 2026 at Valley Forge Casino Resort in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. Conveniently located in the heart of the Northeast Corridor, the venue is less than two hours from Philadelphia, New York City, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore, making it an accessible destination for creators nationwide.

Golden Peak Media, one of the largest media and education companies serving art and craft enthusiasts in the United States, has acquired Creativebug, an online learning platform previously owned by Jo-Ann Fabric and Craft Stores. The acquisition brings two high-quality content providers in the arts and crafts space together with the united mission of spreading the joy of creating and building community.

Golden Peak Media, one of the largest media and education companies serving art and craft enthusiasts in the United States, has named David Saabye as Chief Executive Officer. Jeffrey Litvack will transition from his current role as CEO to Chairman.

Watercolor Artist, a Golden Peak Media publication, has spent 30 years helping water-based painters master new techniques and grow their practice. From inspiring features in which artists share insights to skill-building exercises that give readers practical instruction, the magazine’s editors ensure that every issue contains a wealth of knowledge.

Bead Fest, Interweave’s largest gathering of jewelry makers, will be held August 17-20, 2022, at the Lancaster County Convention Center in Lancaster, PA. Over the years, Bead Fest has grown to be the nation’s preeminent beading and jewelry event, offering more than 120 workshops taught by world-renowned instructors in bead embroidery, mixed media, wire, metalsmithing, and more.

Golden Peak Media, a leading supplier of content to the craft and fine art communities, has named Kate Lee Butler as chief content officer and Kimberly Greenlee as the chief marketing officer. Kate is a media strategist with experience in both the news and business divisions of media companies. Kim brings experience in growing brands through her digital marketing and e-commerce expertise.

Bead Fest, the largest educational beading and jewelry event, will celebrate its 20th anniversary at the Lancaster County Convention Center in Lancaster, PA, drawing thousands of beaders and jewelry enthusiasts to its 4-day festival of all things beading.

Jeffrey Litvack, CEO of Golden Peak Media, today announced the appointment of Farrell McManus to Chief Sales Officer. Farrell will lead the sales, success and support teams focused on building deeper relationships with the company’s community of crafters, artists, and partners serving this community. Farrell’s appointment parallels the company’s upmarket trajectory and evolving business opportunities for Golden Peak Media.

Golden Peak Media, a leading supplier of digital and print content to the craft and fine art communities, today announced that Jeffrey Litvack has become Chief Executive Officer.