Sky & Telescope is the leading magazine for the hobby and science of astronomy. They have a circulation of more than 100,000 subscribers. Feature articles generally run from about 1,200 to 2,700 words and cover a wide array of topics, including: important new advances or current problems in astronomy research; observing projects; how to maximize the performance of telescopes and other equipment; how to take and process great astrophotos; stories of key figures and events in astronomical history; and capabilities of new ground- and space-based observatories. Payment rates are negotiated with the publisher. To learn more, refer to their submission guidelines.
American Craft is the magazine of the American Craft Council. They want good storytelling that explores a craft artist’s struggles, doubts, determination, and triumphs. Their guidelines list a number of topics that could be of interest, including artists & makers, sustainability, community & social equity, objects that are beautiful, innovative, and affordable, and others. According to their guidelines, they pay $0.50 to $1.00 per word. Details here.
Apogee Rockets is a company that sells model rocket making supplies for hobbyists. They regularly publish a newsletter about rocket making, and are looking for articles are with a minimum of 3000 words. According to their guidelines, payment for feature articles goes up to $350. To learn more, refer to their article submission guidelines.
O Scale Trains is a hobby magazine for scale model trains. They welcome detailed articles describing efforts to model locomotives, rolling stock, structures, scenery and model railroad-related accessories along with photo tours of finished layouts. They previously indicated to pay $150 per short article and $50 for product reviews, but current pay rates are unclear. To learn more, refer to their submission guidelines.
Sew News publishes with "step-by-step information for personalizing ready-to-wear and creating original fashions, accessories, gifts and home décor." They are looking for unique techniques, pattern hacks, fitting methods, new ways to use existing tools and supplies, and ideas they've never featured before. They previously indicated to pay $50 to $500 per article, but current pay rates are unclear. To learn more, refer to their submission guidelines.
Rock & Gem is a monthly publication, “the leading magazine for rockhounding and lapidary hobbyists.” Editors look for the following articles: field trips, step-by-step lapidary projects, club activities, gold prospecting, lapidary skills for all levels of lapidary enthusiasts, profiles of lapidary artists, and education pieces for beginning rock collectors. According to writer’s guidelines, “Rock & Gem contributors understand that their submission is a work for hire, and that by signing the independent contractor agreement they grant U.S. copyright and all rights in it to the Company (Beckett Media).” According to their guidelines, payment is $250 for a feature (2,000-3,000 words) plus 8-10 quality, high-resolution photos and a list of full-sentence, informative captions. Visit their website here.
Fibre Focus is an in-house magazine of Ontario Handweavers & Spinners. The magazine provides weaving, spinning, dyeing, knitting, basketry, felt making and papermaking as well as sheep raising and craft supply information. They also publish profiles of craftspeople, how-to articles, techniques, news of interest in the fibre world, new developments in fibres and equipment and book reviews. They previously indicated to pay $30/page, including photos and diagrams, but current pay rates are unclear. To learn more, refer to this page.