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Arts/Crafts Business Newsletter
January 18, 2001 - Vol. 5, #3

~ Simultaneous Shows
~ Networking Message of the Week
~ Seeking March 10/11 Show
~ I need sewers!

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Simultaneous Shows -

What do you do when you have a great show that you attend year after year, but want to try another (possibly great, too) event at the same time? Attend both events!

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/library/weekly/aa011801.htm

Networking Message of the Week -

Martin says: "We are looking for business contacts -- designers, crafters, sales organizations and such..."

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/blnetwork.htm#011801

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From the Forums

"Seeking March 10/11 Show" -

LARRYSCRAFTS says: "We are seeking a craft show for the Mar.10/11 weekend in PA, NY and NJ area."

http://forums.about.com/ab-artsandcraft/messages/?lgnF=y&msg=1090.1

"I need sewers!" -

LAURADENTON says: "I am having a hard time finding folks that want to sew baby clothes!"

http://forums.about.com/ab-artsandcraft/messages/?lgnF=y&msg=1070.1

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Guts & Glory -

Discover how this gutsy jewelry maker from our own on-line community opened her own jewelry store. From Jewelry Making Guide, Tammy Powley.

http://jewelrymaking.about.com/library/weekly/aa011401.htm

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Thank you for being a part of our online community of craftspeople. I'm here to try and help you find what you need on the net. If I may be of any assistance, please feel free to let me know.

Best regards,
William

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Arts/Crafts Business Newsletter
January 4, 2001 - Vol. 5, #1

~ Online Credit Card Processors
~ Networking Message of the Week
~ Working at Home

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Online Credit Card Processors -

Many small business owners find the steps involved in opening a merchant account both confusing and frustrating. Here are some alternatives available for processing payments online!

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/library/weekly/aa010401.htm

Networking Message of the Week -

University of the Arts graduate (BFA in Crafts/Ceramics and Art Education) on my way to graduate school in Fall 2001. Looking for job, apprenticeship, residency, production pottery (anything really), etc...

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/blnetwork.htm#010401

From the Forum - "Working at Home" -

VMTCH says: "Is there anyone out there that works at home for other businesses? If so, is it successful and what do you do?"

http://forums.about.com/ab-artsandcraft/messages/?lgnF=y&msg=1016.1

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It's Like Butter -

Crochet Guide Sandi Marshall presents a butterfly pattern you'll flip for!

http://crochet.about.com/library/weekly/aa010101.htm

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Thank you for being a part of our online community of craftspeople. I'm here to try and help you find what you need on the net. If I may be of any assistance, please feel free to let me know.

Best regards,
William

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Arts/Crafts Business Newsletter
December 28, 2000 - Vol. 4, #39

~ 2001 Craft Shows
~ Craft Supplies Needed
~ Onine Craft Malls

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2001 Craft Shows -

Start preparing for your 2001 circuit by visiting this all-in-one subject page!

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/cs/retailcraftshows/index.htm

Craft Supplies Needed -

Shadow box, leather stiffener, pre-cut rug yarn, squeakers for dog toys and more are needed this week. Can you help?

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/blcraftsupplyarc.htm#122200

If you are searching for hard-to-find supplies, just drop by the Craft Supply Search Network at:
http://artsandcrafts.about.com/blcraftsupply.htm

From the Forum - "Online Craft Malls" -

KROTH6 says: "I am wondering if anyone out there has tried selling on an online craft mall..."

http://forums.about.com/ab-artsandcraft/messages/?lgnF=y&msg=622.1

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2000 Ends - Does Cheap Silver? -

The U.S. Mint will be buying silver on the open market soon. What does this mean for jewelry makers?

http://jewelrymaking.about.com/library/weekly/aa121600.htm

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More craft industry-related forum posts, polls, and networking messages from other crafters, and more great features all about the Arts/Crafts Business!

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Thank you for being a part of our online community of craftspeople. I'm here to try and help you find what you need on the net. If I may be of any assistance, please feel free to let me know.

Best regards,
William

Arts/Crafts Business
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Arts/Crafts Business Newsletter
December 21, 2000 - Vol. 4, #38

~ Starting a Craft Business 101
~ Craft Supplies Needed
~ New Business

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Starting a Craft Business 101 -

Tips, articles and information compiled for people who would like to sell crafts full and part time.

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/bl101.htm

Craft Supplies Needed -

Jump rings, colored wooded beads, plastic canvas, jingle bells and more are needed this week. Can you help?

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/blcraftsupplyarc.htm#121400

If you are searching for hard-to-find supplies, just drop by the Craft Supply Search Network at: http://artsandcrafts.about.com/blcraftsupply.htm

From the Forum - "New Business" -

BONNIEBARRET says: "I want to start a craft business, so I need all the help I can get..."

http://forums.about.com/ab-artsandcraft/messages/?lgnF=y&msg=1011.1

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Get Grinchy! -

Make these fun Grinch-related crafts just in time for Christmas!

http://familycrafts.about.com/library/weekly/aa121800a.htm

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More craft industry-related forum posts, polls, and networking messages from other crafters, and more great features all about the Arts/Crafts Business!

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Thank you for being a part of our online community of craftspeople. I'm here to try and help you find what you need on the net. If I may be of any assistance, please feel free to let me know.

Best regards,
William

Arts/Crafts Business
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artsandcrafts.guide@about.com
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Arts/Crafts Business Newsletter
December 14, 2000 - Vol. 4, #37

~ Networking Message of the Week
~ Craft Supplies Needed
~ Crafters Wanted

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Networking Message of the Week -

"I am looking to rent studio space for production of hand-painted silks and other fabrics. Needed by Jan. 1, 2001"

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/blnetwork.htm#121400

Craft Supplies Needed -

Silk scarf painting supplies, petal porcelain, sequin pins, plasterware and more are needed this week. Can you help?

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/blcraftsupplyarc.htm#120700

From the Forum - "Crafters Wanted" -

FAERYCLOVER says: "High-end consignment shop opening in March 2001 in south eastern Pennsylvania. We are accepting inquiries from crafters all over the world."

http://forums.about.com/ab-artsandcraft/messages/?lgnF=y&msg=984.1

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Build a Christmas Card -

Step by step showing how to build your own Christmas Card using clip art elements.

http://artistexchange.about.com/library/weekly/aa121000a.htm

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Thank you for being a part of our online community of craftspeople. I'm here to try and help you find what you need on the net. If I may be of any assistance, please feel free to let me know.

Best regards,
William

Arts/Crafts Business
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ARTS/CRAFTS BIZ - Crafters/Artists Wanted, Post-Holiday Savings

Arts/Crafts Business Newsletter
December 7, 2000 - Vol. 4, #36

~ Post-Holiday Savings
~ Craft Supplies Needed
~ Crafters/Artists Wanted

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Post-Holiday Savings -

Post-holiday sales are a great time to buy display items and sometimes even supplies at a substantial discount!

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/library/weekly/aa120700.htm

Networking Message of the Week - "I am looking to find a sculpture (bronze) of a couple dancing, a very contemporary piece for my wife."

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/blnetwork.htm#120700

From the Forum - "Crafters/Artists Wanted" -

PATCHWRKAPPL says: "We are currently looking for items to place in our new 2001 line of products."

http://forums.about.com/ab-artsandcraft/messages/?lgnF=y&msg=976.1

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101 Great Gifts to Make -

Great gift ideas for parents, friends, teachers, grandparents and others!

http://familycrafts.about.com/library/weekly/aa120400a.htm

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More craft industry-related forum posts, polls, and networking messages from other crafters, and more great features all about the Arts/Crafts Business!

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Thank you for being a part of our online community of craftspeople. I'm here to try and help you find what you need on the net. If I may be of any assistance, please feel free to let me know.

Best regards,
William

Arts/Crafts Business
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artsandcrafts.guide@about.com
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Arts/Crafts Business Newsletter
November 30, 2000 - Vol. 4, #35

~ Free Craft Show Listings
~ Craft Supplies Needed
~ Best Show

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Free Craft Show Listings -

Craft event promoters can now list shows along with crafter reviews in this brand new section at About!

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/library/showrate/blpromoform.htm

Craft Supplies Needed -

Porcelain glaze, miniature ice skate blades, felt cowboy hat, miniature Christmas ornaments and more are needed this week. Can you help?

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/blcraftsupplyarc.htm#113000

From the Forum - "Best Show?" -

CAROLYN1100 asks: "If you could go to only one craft festival in New York, which one would you go to?"

http://forums.about.com/ab-artsandcraft/messages/?lgnF=y&msg=795.1

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Knit Pick -

Barbara Breiter, your Guide to Knitting, offers a candy cane cloth design for your holiday crafts.

http://knitting.about.com/library/weekly/aa111200.htm

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Thank you for being a part of our online community of craftspeople. I'm here to try and help you find what you need on the net. If I may be of any assistance, please feel free to let me know.

Best regards,
William

Arts/Crafts Business
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artsandcrafts.guide@about.com
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Arts/Crafts Business Newsletter
November 23, 2000 - Vol. 4, #34

~ Mailing Lists
~ Craft Supplies Needed
~ Anyone heard of Peopletreats.com

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Mailing Lists -

A well built, well maintained mailing list can be a powerful marketing tool for crafters!

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/library/weekly/aa112300.htm

Craft Supplies Needed -

Unfinished jewelry armoire, jewelry pin converter, craft instructional books and more are needed this week. Can you help?

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/blcraftsupplyarc.htm#112300

From the Forum - "Anyone heard of Peopletreats.com?" -

"I'm interested in getting insight from any crafters that have used the site www.peopletreats.com to sell their crafts..."

http://forums.about.com/ab-artsandcraft/messages/?lgnF=y&msg=935.1

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Put 'Em in Stitches -

Get your favorite cross stitcher one of these great stocking stuffers suggested by Guide Carol Todd.

http://crossstitch.about.com/library/weekly/aa111000a.htm

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More craft industry-related forum posts, polls, and networking messages from other crafters, and more great features all about the Arts/Crafts Business!

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Thank you for being a part of our online community of craftspeople. I'm here to try and help you find what you need on the net. If I may be of any assistance, please feel free to let me know.

Best regards,
William

Arts/Crafts Business
http://artsandcrafts.about.com
artsandcrafts.guide@about.com
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Arts/Crafts Business Newsletter
November 16, 2000 - Vol. 4, #33

~ Craft Show Reviews
~ Craft Supplies Needed
~ Good shows in Midwest

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Craft Show Reviews -

State-by state listings of crafter-submitted reviews for events in the U.S. Be one of the first to submit your craft show review!

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/library/showrate/blform.htm

Craft Supplies Needed -

Acrylic water, glass cookie jars, iron-on transfer pen, 40mm wood angel head, small wooden figures and more are needed this week. Can you help?

http://artsandcrafts.about.com/blcraftsupplyarc.htm#111000

From the Forum - "Receipt Books" -

"Hello, I am looking for suggestions on creating a receipt book with my business name imprinted at the top..."

http://forums.about.com/ab-artsandcraft/messages/?lgnF=y&msg=911.1

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Going Professional -

When is the right time? Is there a right time? How do you prepare for this major step?

http://artistexchange.about.com/library/weekly/aa110700a.htm

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Thank you for being a part of our online community of craftspeople. I'm here to try and help you find what you need on the net. If I may be of any assistance, please feel free to let me know.

Best regards,
William

Arts/Crafts Business
http://artsandcrafts.about.com
artsandcrafts.guide@about.com
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