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This Week's Spotlight Crafts (October 4th - 10th)
11 Oct 2008 at 5:00am
Well, I spent some time outside this week doing some raking, although it might have been a waste of time since some of our trees are still full of beautiful...

Picture Memorial Garden Stepping Stone
10 Oct 2008 at 5:00am
Sharon submitted this photo of a stepping stone she made as a memorial to her dog. Check out how she successfully imbedded a photo of her dog into her stepping...

How Do You Save Money on Crafting?
9 Oct 2008 at 5:00am
Let's face it, times are tough financially right now for almost everyone. When money it tight, some people are more likely to try to save money by staying home and...

Crushed Soda Pop Can Crafts
8 Oct 2008 at 5:00am
Using the craft projects featured in this collection, you can learn how to recycle creatively. Find out how you can transform ordinary soda pop and beer cans into crafty masterpieces....

New Halloween Costume Pics
7 Oct 2008 at 5:00am
In yesturday's blog, I shared photos of haunted house decorations submitted by a visitor so I though today I would feature some new costume photos submitted by visitors. I am...

Haunted House Photos
6 Oct 2008 at 5:00am
I shared several photos of my haunted house decorations in this Halloween photo album quite awhile ago and am now happy to include a few more haunted house pictures shared...

Crafty Blogs to Explore - 14th Edition
5 Oct 2008 at 5:00am
There are so many treasures shared this week... Among other things, you will be amazed a home-made witch with a face "only a mother could love"; be inspired to create...

This Week's Spotlight Crafts (September 27 - October 3)
4 Oct 2008 at 5:00am
Another busy week around here... I am sure you can relate! It is really hard to believe that it is October already, September went by in a blur. Not only...

Learn About Making Puppets
3 Oct 2008 at 5:00am
Jump into the art af making puppets with these interesting books. Find out how you can create everything from shadow puppets to fancy marionettes. After you have browsed through...

Halloween Gifts for Your Neighbors
2 Oct 2008 at 5:00am
Want to surprise your neighbors this Halloween? These unique gift ideas will get your entire neighborhood into the Halloween spirit! Two different visitors shared these surprise gift ideas, both being...

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Telling your Story
5 Oct 2008 at 7:04am
The story of how you got started creating crafts is a powerful marketing tool. Remember to post this information on your promotional literature and website. But telling your story...

Shows Vs. Economy
5 Oct 2008 at 7:04am
How has the economy affected the craft shows you attend? It seems that many crafters are reporting that shows are generally down to steady right now, but almost no...

Trade Shows
5 Oct 2008 at 7:03am
Trade show season is almost upon us. If you will be selling at trade shows for the first time, there are some things to work out before you go......

Mailing Lists
28 Sep 2008 at 1:40am
A good mailing list can be a powerful marketing tool for your business. Make sure that whether you do an old-fashioned "snail-mail" list or an electronic list, your names...

Wind and Tarps
28 Sep 2008 at 1:40am
A good canopy can help save your booth in the event of rain. However if the wind is very bad as in this discussion, even the best covering won't...

Finding Suppliers
28 Sep 2008 at 1:39am
Even in good times, a good supplier list is very important for crafters to have, but when the economy is down, an inexpensive supplier can make the difference in...

Offline Marketing for your Site
21 Sep 2008 at 7:47am
If you have a website, some of the best marketing tools you can use are offline. Remember to print your site and email address on all of your literature...

Consignment Contract
21 Sep 2008 at 7:46am
Remember, never ever put your crafts for sale on consignment without a contract. Make sure that the contract clearly states how much you will be paid when your...

Mistakes to Avoid Selling Crafts
21 Sep 2008 at 7:45am
One of the biggest mistakes people make when selling crafts is under pricing their work. You must make enough to not only pay for supplies and show fees, but...

Selling Crafts in a Bad Economy
14 Sep 2008 at 7:32am
With fuel costs so high, it is getting harder and harder for crafters to make money selling their wares. One thing to do is to expand your market by...

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Lots of fun stuff here for the entire family. Arts & crafts, parties, recipes, games and printables.

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Bat-o'-Lanterns
9 Oct 2008 at 11:48am
Stage a spooky scene by assembling a colony of these winged creatures made from miniature pumpkins and craft foam.

Pear Witches
9 Oct 2008 at 11:48am
Watch the making of a scary, but delicious snack that looks like a witch.

Pumpkin Rolls
9 Oct 2008 at 11:48am
Give your extra toilet tissue a festive look this Halloween; another great craft from FamilyFun.com.

Bat Mobile
9 Oct 2008 at 11:48am
This easy-to-make craft will guarantee a spooktacularly fun Halloween.

Frozen Frog Eggs
9 Oct 2008 at 11:48am
The scariest holiday of the year calls for chilling fare -- and these frosty pops fit the bill.