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What do you think of this lovely handmade amethyst necklace?

Okay so this has been a really tough week. On the 9th of August I was notified by SSA that they are denying my disability claim again. Second time for that. When they did that it meant that for me to appeal I have to ask for a hearing which also meant it was time to get an attorney. Did that on Wednesday this week. He's great and I'm...

It's a challenge in the beginning to develop habits. It's even more challenging to develop good ones. They say it takes 21 days to make or break a habit. And you know what? It does. I've found that to be true. I've been on this WW kick for about two months or so?? I've noticed that I eat smaller portions of foods. And...

In these last few months I have taken almost every single penny I have earned from my jewelry and bought supplies (read: goodies)

I've been super busy and havent had the time to create and THEN I went to Seattle for 5 days and got some AMAZING goodies. So....now I'm home......it's kind of a mess around here since my daughter was...

So my first blog post here - I thought you'd like to see a picture!

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Oh yes ~ the department stores are all alit with Christmas decorations, gifts to give, and hoping that maybe this year they will have profits to share. Well, if you are lucky, you can find something perfect for your friends and loved ones in those big box stores.


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Hi and welcome to my blog

I thought I'd use this blog to follow my Jewellery Journey so that I can keep my Blogspot one just for sharing what I've bought, made, admire and what I've learnt on my JJ so far.

Since I've had time to start devoting more time to East Of Eden Gems...

I am having a difficult time lately finding time or making time to work on my beads/jewelry. Life just seems to get in the way sometimes, doesn't it? I guess motivation is a word I should use too, since sales have been down too.

What I am trying to play with is wire lace. Has anyone tried it? My sweet Aunt Rita picked some up for me to...

I started my jewelry business in November of 2008 in order to follow my dream, and to allow myself the creativity that I have never had in any other job. Along with doing this, I decided commit to giving 12% of my sales to someone less fortunate. At this time I have been donating to a non-profit counseling center. As my business grows, it will be...

Here are a few new pins from me (Cathleen McLain of McLainJewelry)
One of a kind designs in sterling and semiprecious stones ... you can see them on my website or on Etsy ... just Google McLainJewelry (all one word to find them!)[/color]

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I was hoping someone can share their experiences with different web companies. I am using Just Host now but I am thinking of changing to pappashop. It seems to be a lot easier to use. Has anyone had experience with them. I need to get something going to start selling and I think etsy is kind of overloaded.
Marianne

[b]Applied for a new loan today to get my business started. I HATE the waiting game! I just want to get going on my repair/design business and get to creating! Prayers are gladly taken, as I need all the help I can get to be approved for this loan. [/b

Wow, this is a time consuming effort. I am trying to put myself out there to encourage comments and advice and hopefully sales.
This is my hobby, my passion and hopefully a source of income.
I will continue to post new works and will keep at the self promotion of myself as an artist.

Hello,
I am new to this group.
Looking forward to meeting new people to share crafting experiences with!
Cheers,
Middlecreekmerchants.etsy

We changed our doors. New wooden ones in.

Check out who is in this week's Virtual Craft Show! Click on the ad below to go to our site.







We have spots available for next week's Craft Show if your interested! We would love to promote your work also.



Check out our Feature's on Wickedly Chic, Etsy Marketing, Cool Mom Picks, and Blockhead Radio.

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boo, I did not think anyone would remember me here. Thankyou.

Buying Gemstones
There are 5 questions you need to ask yourself about any stone you are concidering buying.
1.Is the stone a color you would like to have?
2.Does the stone have a cut or shape you like?
3.Is the color of the stone bright and lively,does the light make it sparkle?
4.Do you get excited looking at the stone?
5.Is the stone...