Hobby Publications

Model Railroader magazine publishes articles on all aspects of model railroading and on prototype (real) railroading as a subject for modeling. Rate is between $75 and $100 per printed page in Model Railroader, depending on the content expertise. That rate includes drawings and photos.

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TRAINS buys news stories and feature articles covering railroading’s past and present, including first-person recollections. TRAINS prefers to buy exclusive rights to a manuscript. Standard manuscript rates begin at 10 cents per word. Standard rates are based on published size of the photo, and vary from $15 to $300.

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Threads is a bimonthly, how-to magazine celebrating garment sewing, design, embellishment, and machine and hand embroidery. The editors are interested in articles about construction and embellishment techniques, materials, tools, and design. The editors want the magazine to include both classic and innovative techniques, which produce the best results in the most streamlined manner possible. In particular, they are interested in articles on dressmaking, tailoring, patternmaking and alteration, fabrics, fitting, and embellishment. They are also looking for related articles on making interesting closures and buttons, and making unusual fabrics, as well as on intriguing ways of finishing edges and hems. Payment is $150/page. Buys exclusive first publication rights.

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Parachutist is the world’s number one magazine for skydiving, the flagship of adventure sports. The Parachutist welcomes and solicits editorial and photographic submissions. Feature articles generally range from about 1,000 to 1,500 words. Parachutist will only consider and pay for material not submitted to any other U.S. publication.

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The KCL contributor network is a new way for stay-at-home moms, working women and men-who-are-in-touch-with-their-money-saving-side to share their expertise with KCLs audience of millions. Earn money by submitting original, engaging content that helps others learn to save money. Upon acceptance, receive up to $50 payment via PayPal.

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Step-by-Step Wire Jewelry is packed with detailed and illustrated how-to projects, this magazine is for wire jewelry makers of all levels. Inside each issue are articles by expert and well-known authors showing readers how to make attractive, inexpensive and creative wire jewelry using tools, wire, stones, findings, beads, gems, jigs, pearls and more. Step by Step Wire Jewelry pays a nominal fee to contributors upon publication of the article. Fee is based on length and complexity, and determined by the editor.

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Sew News magazine is a monthly, national consumer magazine for the sewing enthusiast, whether novice, expert or somewhere in between. The magazine expresses the fun, creativity, excitement and rewards of sewing though “how-to” and feature articles, as well as monthly columns. Pays from $50 to $500/article depending on quality and other factors.

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Scale Auto informs, entertains, inspires, and teaches readers with “how-to” articles, hobby news, reviews, event coverage, and features on outstanding modeling achievements. Features about your own modeling projects also make worthy topics. A step-by-step writeup with clear, close-up photos can relay techniques and shortcuts to other modelers. Payment is made upon acceptance of the submission. Compensation is determined by the quality of the article and images.

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Quilters Newsletter is a specialized publication for quilt lovers and quiltmakers. The editors are interested in articles on quilt design, history, patterns, trends, techniques, current events in quilting, and product comparisons and reviews. Payment: varies.

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Popular Woodworking has two columns open to writers: 1) End Grain: This one-page article, averaging about 600 words, reflects on the writers thoughts about woodworking as a profession or hobby. The article can be either humorous or serious. Payment starts at $250. 2) Tricks of the Trade: Payment varies from $50-$100 for this collection of tips from readers.

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PieceWork is a bimonthly magazine with high visual impact focusing on the historical aspects of needlework around the world. Well-researched feature stories explore the traditional makers of needlework, including knitting, needlepoint, embroidery, cross-stitch, quilting, crocheting, beadwork, tatting, lacemaking, and surface design. The payment rate for a feature article varies based on length Project/technique fees vary, depending on the complexity.

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O Scale Trains magazine is looking for articles from model builders who feel their models and/or modeling techniques and experiences would be of interest and benefit to others. Most articles should be brief; usually less than 1500 words. Photo quality and photo content are very important when considering an article for publication. Payment is made on acceptance of your article. Typical payment is $150 for a short article

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American Craft is aimed at independent thinkers with a keen interest in the creative process. These readers recognize the many design choices they have in everyday life, from their creative pursuits and the artful objects in their homes and workplaces. The editor request queries first.

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Model Railroad Hobbyist magazine publishes articles and videos on all aspects of model railroading and on prototype (real) railroading as a subject for modeling. Feature material generally should be limited to 3,000 or fewer words. Payment: $200-$600 per feature article. (model-railroad-hobbyist.com/contribute/pay_rates)

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Model Cars magazine (est. 1999) accepts articles and features on models, ranging from in-depth how-to’s, tips and tricks, builder profiles, features, and even tongue-in-cheek pieces. Pay rate: TBD. Pays after publication.

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Our magazines are bi‐monthly consumer publications, nationally distributed, and written for quilters of all skill levels. They are instructional and based on consumer needs and preferences. Payment: TBD.

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Kitplanes magazine is for people interested in building, flying, designing and maintaining their own amateur-built category, manned aircraft. Each issue includes builder and flight reports, new products and developments, engines, reader’s completed aircraft, avionics, accessories, annual directories and more. Word length: up to 2000 words/article Payment: between $250 and $1000/article.

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FineScale Modeler magazine demonstrates modeling techniques: how to improve a kit; how to make parts you cant buy, or how to make them better; various ways to paint; how to achieve a difficult color scheme; how to build a display or diorama; and so on. FSM pays for feature articles upon acceptance. Payment is $60/published page minimum.

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Fibre Focus provides information to the membership of the Ontario Handweavers and Spinners who participate in the crafts of weaving, spinning, dyeing, knitting, basketry, feltmaking and papermaking as well as sheep raising and craft supply. Writers’ fees vary depending on the length of the story and the research involved but generally run about $30 per published page, including photos and diagrams.

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Doll Collector is a bi-monthly publication for people who enjoy and appreciate dolls of all kinds: antique, collectible, modern and artist. Articles run from 500 to 1,200 words. The payment for articles is $50 to $150, depending on the length, information, photos, etc. to be included in the article. Payment is received 60 to 90 days after the article has been published.

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CQ Amateur Radio is the world’s leading independent magazine devoted to amateur radio. Primary focus has always been on operating activities, including DXing and contesting, but construction projects and technical articles regularly find a home in CQ as well. Payment: $40/published page

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The primary audience for COINage is coin collectors and investors. Each monthly issue is filled with stories about current events, as well as historical pieces about the people, places and events associated with coinage. Word length: 2K-4K words. Payment: $300 to $500 upon publication.

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BLADE magazine is a leading knife publication, covering all aspects of the industry: knife-making, how-to’s, collecting, legislation and knife rights, and much more. Word length is from 500 to 1,700 words. Pays $150 for shorter stories, $250 for profiles and $300 for feature stories.

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American Quilter is published six times a year and gives voice to quilters of all ages, abilities, and styles. Each issue covers a large variety of quilt-related topics. Articles can range from 500 to 2,000 words. Payment is made when the article is prepared for publication in a specific issue.

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