tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-44748183043142456572024-03-14T04:29:10.120-04:00JewelryByAprileeBlog by Aprilee RoachAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.comBlogger99125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-9566178414452259702013-07-30T08:17:00.000-04:002013-07-30T08:17:04.604-04:00Let's Make Something!<span style="font-size: large;">How to cut glass without specialized tools:</span><br />
PLEASE wear safety glasses, and be mindful of the danger of using fire in a safe place!<br />
Soak a piece of yarn in nail polish remover, tie around a bottle (where you want the cut to be) and light with a lighter. Let it burn all the way around for 10-15 seconds, then dip the bottle into a bowl of cold water. This makes a perfect split every time! Easy, quick, and imagine the possibilities!!!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Homemade Ranch Dressing:</span><br />
1 cup Dannon Oikos plain greek yogurt<br />
1 packet Hidden Valley Ranch mix<br />
1/2 cup 1% milk<br />
Simply wisk together, store in an air tight container, chill at least 1 hour prior to use. Tastes better than store bought and whole recipe has only 1.75 grams of fat & 255 calories!! The WHOLE batch!!!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Homemade Febreze:</span><br />
2 Tbsp fabric softener<br />
2 Tbsp baking soda<br />
27oz spray bottle<br />
hot tap water<br />
Use actual tablespoons for this recipe!<br />
Using a funnel, pour (your favorite) fabric softener into a 27oz spray bottle. You can use an old febreze bottle! Add in the baking soda, fill with the hot tap water, screw on top tightly and shake until mixed.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Natural Ant Repellent:</span><br />
I have parakeets, and have an ant problem. I can not use pesticides due to my "keets" This solution would be great for those with small children, or simply to be environmentally conscious. After a lot of research, I found a wonderful solution, which is natural and non toxic. Baby powder!!!! That's right, baby powder! I have used this for 2 years, with repeated success! The powder works better than pesticides! Apparently ants HATE the small of baby powder. When I see them, I simply sprinkle some at their point of entry and they leave and stay gone! My neighbors have told me that their ant problems are constant, mine are almost non<br />
existent!<br />
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I hope you enjoyed these tips!<br />
<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-51262543638680590022013-06-11T14:37:00.002-04:002013-06-11T14:37:16.964-04:00Exactly What Is "White Gold"?I am going to share this questions answer with you. It was written by Dale "Cougar" Armstrong, who contributed this information to <a href="http://www.wire-sculpture.com/" target="_blank">wire-sculpture's website</a>. <br />
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There is no white gold naturally formed. Gold can be found in green, pink and yellows, due to the mineral influence around it, but never white. Alloying yellow gold with a combination of silver, palladium, copper, and/or zinc makes white gold. Nickel is no longer regularly added due to allergic reactions of many people.<br />
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White gold will tarnish quicker than sterling silver! Due to the alloys present to make the ‘white’ color, white gold needs to be coated with rhodium to prevent tarnish. The rhodium will eventually wear off and the piece will then need to be professionally re-plated.<br />
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From my personal experience, I have made pieces using 14kt white gold wire, because a customer simply “had to have” 14k white gold. Because this white gold wire would need to be plated with rhodium after creating the design, and the stone would not be protected, it went “bare” and turned black within a few weeks! She has since had me redo all of these pieces using Argentium.<br />
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In conclusion, if you or your customer desires a really white metal that will stay bright for a long time, use Argentium silver. If they have a 14kt white gold “ego” issue, save yourself the aggravation and future headaches by being honest with them about what “white gold” really is.<br />
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I hope this will be of some help to those who are buying jewelry for themselves!Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-70641189417172353782013-05-29T21:15:00.001-04:002013-05-29T21:15:40.764-04:00Gemstone Enhancements 101I was researching a few semi precious stones, I like to know what I am offering and be as truthful about it as possible. I buy from large, trusted suppliers, almost all in the USA. I think buyers have as much a right to this information as sellers do. So, I found this wonderful (although a bit lengthy) guide to enhancements which is not only very informative, but could protect the buyer's health! Also, some gemstones are VERY expensive, know exactly what you are getting! I have copied and pasted for your convenience, but I've included the link to the article/site at the end of this post. I would strongly advise everyone to read it thoroughly! This site has a lot of information about stones, both precious and semi precious, I know I've bookmarked it! I'll be soaking all of my Lapis is acetate tomorrow morning!!!<br />
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The treatment and enhancement of gemstones has existed for hundreds and hundreds of years. The first documentation of treatments was presented by Pliny the Elder. And, 2000 years later, many of these treatments are still being used today! Some enhancements improve on nature, cannot be detected and are permanent; this provides the gem market with a larger supply of beautiful gemstones. Other treatments produce dramatic changes in the gemstone itself or it's clarity; the irradiation and heating of colorless topaz that permanently transforms it into blue topaz is an excellent example. A few treatments are less stable and should be avoided by the knowledgeable buyer. Following is a description of some common treatments. This is just the tip of the iceberg. Please refer to the recommended reading list at the bottom of the page for further information.</div>
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In the past, treatments of gemstones were usually done by the cutter. The lapidary wanted the value of the finished product to be as high as possible. Today, there are centers, such as Bangkok in Thailand where there are facilities that specialize in treatment of both rough and fashioned gems. The heat treatment of <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/corundum.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">corundum</a> (rubies and sapphires) is an excellent example. The heat treatments of corundum (both simple heating and heating with a flux, such as beryllium) are often done before before cutting, and may not be disclosed to the lapidary before cutting is done.</div>
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<strong>Treatments and Pricing</strong><br />There are some gemstones that would not even exist if it were not for treatments. The abundance of <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/citrine.htm" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">citrine</a>, in shades of yellow, gold and orange is the result of heat treating amethyst. Naturally occurring citrine is quite rare in nature. If it was not for treatments the stone would be far more expensive than it is! <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/tanzanite.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;"><br />Tanzanite</a> in shades of violet and blue depends on heat treatment to produce enough supply to meet the demands of the public.<br />Pink <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/topaz.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">topaz</a> is another example of a gem that would not be available without heat treatment. Not only are these treatments acceptable, they are necessary to keep these products affordable and available.<br />Recent demand for unheated sapphires and rubies has caused a price increase of as much as 50%-100% for unheated material. Does this mean that the untreated gem is more beautiful? <strong>NO!</strong>In most cases the heating enhances the gemstone to make it more beautiful; the price premium is the result of the rarity of being unheated!.</div>
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<strong>Heating</strong><br />Heating is the most common treatment available. It can cause the color of a stone to lighten, darken, or change completely. It can bring about an improvement in clarity and brightness. Heating is detectable only by trained observers in a laboratory setting and is usually irreversible under normal conditions. Unheated rubies and sapphires will contain microscopic rutile needles or tiny gas bubbles in pockets of liquid which are evidence that laboratories can use to guarantee that these stones have not been heated. If these gems are the finest color they will command premium prices due to their extreme rarity.</div>
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Within the last couple of decades, it was discovered, quite accidentally, that if sapphires were heated along with a flux containing beryllium, the color of the sapphire could be dramatically changed.<br />See <strong>diffusion</strong> below.<br /><br />The following gems are routinely heat treated:<br /><a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/tanzanite.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">tanzanite</a><br /><a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/citrine.htm" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">citrine</a><br /><a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/topaz.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">pink topaz</a><br /><a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/aquamarine.htm" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">aquamarine</a><br />Paraiba tourmaline<br />apatite<br /><a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/ruby.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">ruby</a><br /><a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/sapphire.htm" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">sapphire</a><br /><a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/zircon.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">zircon (both blue and colorless)</a><br /><br /><strong>Oiling</strong><br />Oiling of emerald is universal, but not EVERY emerald is oiled, (fine untouched specimens will command astronomical prices). When the rough emerald is mined it is thrown into a barrel of oil; when it is cut, oil is used as a lubricant on the cutter's lap. The colorless oil seeps into the fissures on the surface of the emeralds. When the fractures contain the oil they are less eye visible. To complete this process oil is pressurized into the fissures of the polished stone. This is something that must be accepted; it's the way it is! The only way you will find an emerald that isn't oiled is if there are no fractures at the surface of the emerald, so no oil can get inside the stone. If color is equal, obviously you will pay more for an emerald if it has no fissures that reach the surface; they simply will have fewer inclusions. If an emerald that originally had fissures that reached the surface,is put into an ultrasonic or is steamed clean, then the oil may be leached out and fractures. This will make the surfacing inclusions appear whiter and more obvious. In this case, the stone can be re-oiled.</div>
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Recently, I have read articles that other colored stones such as rubies, alexandrite, other varieties of chrysoberyl, and demantoid garnets have been treated with oils and resins to make surfacing inclusions less visible. Occasionally colored oils are used on emeralds and rubies. The idea is to add color while concealing fractures. You want to avoid buying these because you can't judge the true color or know how bad the fractures are. This is done to deceive the buyer. Fortunately this is not common and it is unlikely you will encounter this if you buy from a reputable source in the United States. Synthetic resins can be used to fill in fractures in emeralds and other stones with fractures that reach the surface of the gem. Hardeners are often applied to make the process more permanent. The use of these resins, with hardeners (Like Opticon) are NOT acceptable treatments.</div>
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<strong>Irradiation</strong>Irradiation means pounding material with subatomic particles or radiation. Sometimes irradiation is followed by heating to produce a better or new color for the gem. <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/topaz.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">Blue topaz</a> is the most common example. Although blue topaz occurs in nature, it is quite rare and pale in color. In the United States irradiated gems are regulated by the Nuclear Regulatory Agency to in an attempt to insure there is no harmful residual radiation.<br />You do not have this protection if you buy it out of this country. Today irradiation of blue topaz has created shades not found in natural blue topaz; prices are very reasonable for irradiated blue topaz since there is a great deal of competition in the wholesale end of this market. If you could find an untreated blue topaz, it would sell for a price comparable to untreated Imperial Topaz. <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/tourmaline.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">Tourmaline</a>can be irradiated to darken pink stones into red ones; these are indistinguishable from natural red ones. Off colored diamonds can be irradiated and heated and turned into intense greens, yellows, blues, browns & pinks. These stones are fairly common. Irradiated diamonds will sell for much less per carat than the naturally colored ones of comparable color, clarity grade, and size Cultured pearls can be irradiated to produce gray or blue colors; but dyeing in these colors is more common. Irradiated pearls will sell for about the same price as the dyed pearls, this should be well below the prices asked for pearls with very fine colors. Varieties of quartz and spodumene are irradiated and subsequently annealed with heat to produce dramatic and desirable colors.<br /><br /><strong>Dyeing</strong>Without <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/agates.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">dyeing</a> there would little, if any, black onyx: although natural black chalcedony has been claimed to be found in Namibia and Iran, I am at the time of this writing skeptical. Chalcedony or more commonly known as agate, is often dyed blue, green, or orange and carved into bowls, statues, or cut into beads. This is fine, as there are some lovely pieces around using this stuff, especially carved animals and the like and no one minds that it's not "natural". Japanese <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/pearls.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">cultured pearls</a>, which are grown in an Akoya oyster that produces pearls up to about l0 millimeters, grow into a limited selection of colors with various overtones of colors. If they are dark gray, bluish, violet, nearly black, or intense bronze, assume they are dyed. To meet current demand for pearls with rose overtones, some cultured pearls have been given a pink tint; this can be detected by looking for concentrations of dye around drill holes or around blemishes. On the other hand, South Sea cultured pearls which are generally larger than the Japanese cultured pearls, may grow into a variety of exotic colors naturally because they are grown in a different variety of oyster.<br />Tahitian black pearls are a good example of naturally colored black pearls. Cultured pearls with a natural exotic color will command a much higher price than a dyed one. Dyeing of chalcedony and of pearls is prevalent, permanent, and acceptable. These colors do not occur in nature; no deception is involved. Dyeing of other materials, <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/jadeite.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">jade</a>, <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/lapis.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">lapis lazuli</a>, <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/turquoise.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">turquoise</a>, <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/coral.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">coral</a>, <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/ruby.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">rubies</a>,<a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/emerald.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">emeralds</a> and<a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/sapphire.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;"> sapphire</a> may be less acceptable. Generally, dyeing of these materials is done to disguise poor quality goods. Dyed lapis lazuli can be easily tested by rubbing it with a piece of cotton soaked with acetone (fingernail polish remover). If it is dyed, blue color will eventually rub off on the cotton. Dyed lapis should be much less expensive than fine natural lapis. In the case of lapis lazuli or turquoise, the natural material is not that expensive, so why bother with inferior material unless it is irresistibly cheap or you just love the color? Dyed lapis lazuli may bleed blue onto the wearer or his or her clothing (not a fun thing to remove, trust me). Dyed jade may be tricky to detect, so be careful if the price seems "too good". An inexpensive tool (around $30) called a Chelsea Filter and supplement emerald filters can somewhat useful detecting dyed jade but the sophistication of the bleaching and polymer impregnation of jadeite can be extremely hard to detect without the aid of spectrographic analysis. Coral beads may also be dyed. Suspect coral that has a very intense color, coupled with an inexpensive selling price. I recently encountered strands of sapphire beads which were quench cracked and died. The treatment was easily visible with microscopic observation, but it did not bleed at all when soaked in acetone.<br /><strong><a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/jadeite.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">Click Here for Additional Information on Jade Treatments</a></strong></div>
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<strong>Impregnation and stabilization</strong>Impregnation and stabilization are common for <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/turquoise.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">turquoise</a>. Impregnation is the infusion of wax or paraffin into a porous material. Stabilization is the introduction of a bonding agent, usually plastic, into a porous material. Of the two processes, stabilization is the most permanent. Impregnated pieces must be kept away from heat or the wax could melt & leak... not a pretty sight !!. Some gems are waxed on the surface to enhance luster but this is not very usual. The upside for stabilized turquoise, is that it will not absorb oils and discolor as untreated turquoise may.<br /><a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/opal.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">Opal</a> can be stabilized with plastic to hide crazing, but this is not common at all and would only be done to deceive the buyer.</div>
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<strong>Bleaching </strong><br />Bleaching is a process for organic gem materials such as <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/ivory.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">ivory</a>, <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/coral.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">coral</a>, and for <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/pearls.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">pearls</a> and cultured pearls. It lightens the color and is permanent and undetectable. No price difference exists as a result.</div>
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<strong>Coating</strong>Coating is a process (used and described for over 200 years! where a lacquer or film of some type is applied to improve a gem's appearance. Today, coatings are increasingly utilized to alter and improve the color of gems. Mystic topaz is an example of a coated gem that was conceived by Azotic Coating Technologies. The company is now coating topaz in all colors, including pinks and rich "imperial" tones. Recent reports have indicated that tanzanite is showing up in the labs with coatings on the pavilions to improve the appearance of saturation. Coatings are occasionally identified on diamonds to improve the apparent color of an off-colored stone and deceive a buyer.<br />Opals may have a black coating on the back to intensify the play of color or to give the appearance of a black opal; this can take the form of a simple coat of black lacquer or what is called a "doublet." A doublet is a thin layer of opal cemented to a black onyx base.</div>
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<strong>Diffusion </strong><br />Diffusion was originally used on sapphires. Chemicals, like beryllium, were infused at high temperatures, and actually penetrated the gems. Early diffusion only produced color on the surface of the gem's surface and was referred to as "Surface Diffusion". Surface diffusion was easily detectable with immersion, and often with simple magnification. Great advancements have been made in diffusion treatment in the last decade and it was discovered that if corundum is heated to very high temperatures for a long duration, the diffusion would penetrate the entire stone!<br />It can improve color, change color, or create asterism (stars). </div>
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<strong>Filling</strong><br />Filling is used on gems with surface fractures or cavities. Glass, plastic or other materials are used to fill these holes. This is sometimes done to rubies. With close examination with magnification you may be able to spot differences in surface luster, or see a spectral effect in fractures when viewed with dark-field illumination. The <a href="http://www.aigsthailand.com/" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">AIGS, </a>The Asian Institute of Gemological Sciences, has done extensive research on <a href="http://www.aigsthailand.com/Filearticle/55.pdf" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">filled rubies</a>.</div>
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<strong>Infilling Diamonds</strong><br />Diamonds with inclusions are sometimes filled with glass to make them appear clearer. Oved and Yehuda Diamonds have undergone this treatment. Filler can be damaged by heat, ultrasonic cleaning, and by re-tipping. The filling does not repair the inclusion, it just makes it less visible.<br />If you look at a filled diamond closely, rotate it under light, you should be able to notice a bluish flash. Both Yehuda and Oved will usually refill your diamond for free if it is ever damaged. Check for guarantees before buying such a diamond.</div>
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<strong>Lasering</strong>Lasering is sometimes used on diamonds. The process drills very tiny holes into a diamond to provide access to an inclusion which detracts from the beauty of the stone. The inclusion can then be, vaporized or bleached to make it less obvious if it is not burned out by the lasering. Under magnification laser holes are visible when viewed at the correct angle. A lasered diamond would be classified in the slightly imperfect or imperfect category regardless of the improvement in apparent clarity and should be priced accordingly.</div>
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<strong>Gems that are Not Enhanced</strong><br />There are some gemstones that are not known to be enhanced. These include: <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/garnet.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">Garnets,</a><a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/demantoid.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">(with the exception of demantoid)</a>, <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/peridot.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">Peridot</a>,<a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/iolite.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;"> Iolite</a>, <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/spinel.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">Spinel</a>, varieties of <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/chrysoberyl.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">Chrysoberyl</a>, <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/tourmaline.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">Tourmaline</a> (with the exception of the Paraiba variety), <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/malachite.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">Malachite,</a> Hematite, and <a href="http://www.gemologyonline.com/feldspar.html" style="color: #000066; text-decoration: none;">Feldspar</a> with the probable exception of varieties of andesine and labradorite Keep in mind that new technology in gemstone treatment is always changing and improving and many are seriously difficult, if not impossible, to detect.</div>
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<br /><strong>Disclosure</strong>With some gemstones enhanced by specifically defined treatments according to the guidelines of the CIBJO, it is a requirement of the Trade in the US to make such disclosures and in any case a vendor should always disclose any known treatments or enhancements (remember, they may not always know themselves, with imported Gems) and record it on your bill of sale. Most vendors are honest and forthcoming, but it is YOUR RESPONSIBILITY TO ASK.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i><a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/ForgetMeKnotTreasure" target="_blank">This shop</a> features (among other useful and pretty things), reusable, washable, handmade, coffee cup cozy's!!! The one I am posting below is my favorite! </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i>The shop features other very useful things like Kindle and Lap top cases. Another creation (that I personally think is genius) are handmade roses that fit on the tops of diffuser sticks/rods! </i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i>You just never know what beautiful, innovative, handmade items you will find!</i></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-63205980767740405722013-01-17T10:37:00.001-05:002013-01-17T10:37:43.379-05:00Be Safe, Be Informed!I have recently began reading the alert posts on "Naked Security. <a href="http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/"></a> Sophos is a very trusted site. You can find everything from the truth about current viral warnings posted on facebook, to malware warnings associated with popular downloads and how to fix them.
I HIGHLY recommend signing up for their email alerts! One of the subjects of todays email alerts is the ability to tell (quite easily) if a twitter account (supposedly) of a celebrity REALLY is veified as actually being that person.
Here is the link to that article:<br />
<a href="http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2013/01/17/twitter-fake-verified-account/?utm_source=Naked+Security+-+Sophos+List&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=80193049af-naked%252Bsecurity" target="_blank">Twitter Verification? </a><br />
FACEBOOK PRIVACY UPDATE: Sophos also warns that, with Facebook's new graph searching capability, it is imperative to set your post privacy settings to "friends only".
Callum Haywood created this site: http://www.weknowwhatyouredoing.com/ To show people just how much of your personal posts become PUBLIC fodder if you do not change your post privacy settings. I've just went there and looked, word seems to be spreading quickly, resulting in many changing their post privacy settings, because the page was completely full of people bad mouthing their bosses, and openly listing their personal phone numbers for ALL to see!
Here is the article on Facebook's Graph Search:
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The entire point of this blog post, is that I am encouraging everyone to be safe-be informed!<br />
Here is the link to the article on the <a href="http://nakedsecurity.sophos.com/2013/01/16/facebooks-graph-search-announcement-should-you-be-cynical-cautious-or-excited" target="_blank">Facebook Graph Search</a>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-51431856232570237322013-01-15T23:51:00.000-05:002013-01-15T23:51:16.985-05:00The Crazy Train Is Rolling On!<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The Crazy Train just keeps on rolling! The newest guild member to go for a ride is <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/Ilmare" target="_blank">Ilmare</a> </span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-1944108858377476462013-01-15T11:33:00.000-05:002013-01-15T11:33:15.378-05:00Photography Time!<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Well, I've added a good bit of my jewelry items that were previously in my etsy shop to my new artfire jewelry shop. I've moved, and have not attempted jewelry photography in my new apartment. I had everything worked out perfect at the other apartment, so now I am dealing with completely different lighting situation, and a completely different camera (that I've barely used). But, I have to get this figured out..so we shall see how long it takes me to figure out the new "recipe"!</span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-70533992245731260392013-01-12T20:59:00.002-05:002013-01-12T20:59:22.861-05:00Introducing The Crazy Train!<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i>As you know, I've moved my handmade jewelry shop to Artfire recently. Being new, I wanted to find a nice, active group to become a part of. On Artfire they are known as Guilds. So, I went to the Guild Directory and began browsing through the titles, when a name caught my eye, "The Crazy Train Guild".</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i> I am very appreciative of a good sense of humor, so I viewed the mission and source of the name. It's a guild which has a promotion period where they choose a member to "ride the crazy train". Other guild members promote the rider's shop and products for two days. You also are encouraged to promote "little brothers, little sisters". They are 3 artisans/shop owners that participated in the promoting the previous rider.</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i> Promoting can be a tedious thing to some, I don't mind it, it makes me feel useful! So, I would like to present to you, the current artisan riding the crazy train's beautiful handcrafted jewelry - <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/AyaDesigns" target="_blank">AyaDesigns</a></i></span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-3672348700964102622013-01-10T17:11:00.002-05:002013-01-10T17:11:44.424-05:00Give Aways And Shop Updates<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i>Well! My wonderful friend Karren, Owner of "LiveLaughLoveToShop" network on ning.com is having a great give away, so I just wanted to invite everyone to visit her blog and register to win some great FREE stuff! Here is the link to her blog:</i></span><br />
<i style="font-family: Times, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: x-large;"><a href="http://livelaughlovetoshop.blogspot.com/2013/01/signup-free-blogger-opp-maggie-bags.html" target="_blank">http://livelaughlovetoshop.blogspot.com/2013/01/signup-free-blogger-opp-maggie-bags.html</a></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i>Be sure to follow her blog, so you won't miss out on any of the future excitement over there!</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i> As for me... Artfire imports etsy items, but you must use some sort of office spreadsheet savey-thingy. I was very fortunate that some of my dear friends on Facebook came to my rescue. Now, if I only knew how to USE office software, spreadsheets, and savey-thingys for transferring things into other files. Yup! I'm not very tch savvy. Some computer things, I'm very good at...office software4 is not one of them!</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i> "So, how do you keep your shop spending and earnings records you ask"? First, I'll give you a couple hints: I will be 55 later this month, and I've only had a computer since 2007, which was a huge IBM dinosaur! I keep shop/buisness spending (done on line), in an email folder. I keep paper receipts in files marked by year. One for shop fees & shop related fees. I keep a file of incoming money (yup) in an email folder, and print outs of invoices in another (paper) file.</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i> If I would lose all of my email folders, I would still have paper back-ups. So, I still do most things in the old fashioned way. I actually believe it to be a better way. Paper files can't catch viruses, or just go kaput without notice. They only run out of memory if the papers get pretty wet. I am more comfortable operating like this. I raise my coffee cup to "old-fashioned-ality!<br /> So..I am slowly, very slowly adding items to my new shop. Maybe I'll figure out the spreadsheet brain teaser, BUT....</i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><b><i>I did want to share with you that I'm offering FREE domestic (USA & CANADA) as a Valentine's Day shopping sale! </i></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i>I'll go ahead and post <a href="http://www.artfire.com/ext/shop/studio/JewelryByAprilee" target="_blank">my shop link</a> again for you. And, I'll be adding items daily & have begun new projects! One of my friends posted this on Facebook the other day, And I think it well worth sharing, So, I'll leave you with this:</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i>George Carlin's wife died early in 2008 and George followed her, dying in July 2008. It is ironic George Carlin - comedian of the 70's and 80's - could write something so very eloquent and so very appropriate. An observation by George Carlin:</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Times, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i>The paradox of our time in history is that we have taller buildings but shorter tempers, wider Freeways, but narrower viewpoints. We spend more, but have less, we buy more, but enjoy less. We have bigger houses and smaller families, more conveniences, but less time. We have more degrees but less sense, more knowledge, but less judgment, more experts, yet more problems, more medicine, but less wellness. </i></span><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-67628959412165748822012-10-03T21:22:00.001-04:002012-10-03T21:22:33.304-04:00Unbelieveable Talent! Featured Guest Artist RoByn Thompson<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>This featured artist's work is both amazing and breath taking! I must apologize for mistakenly stating that she is a tattoo artist. While that too, is an artistic gift, this artist utilizes paint and the human body. She transforms the human body into truly amazing things, and I feel honored to welcome such a talented artist as a guest blogger! </i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Please welcome RoByn Thompson! You will want to see more of <a href="http://www.robynthompsonart.com/" target="_blank">her amazing art!</a></i></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FXl-BU8_ex8/UGzZaJLcarI/AAAAAAAAAtc/atYbZob-xjk/s1600/ip9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-FXl-BU8_ex8/UGzZaJLcarI/AAAAAAAAAtc/atYbZob-xjk/s320/ip9.jpg" width="212" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Abandoned as an infant by a caravan of gypsies, RoByn Thompson grew up in the wilds of suburban New Jersey. A curious child, she often spoke to plants and animals. Occasionally they spoke back. She was branded an artist at an early age and took several decades to come to that realization herself. Color has always been one of RoByn's favorite toys.</i></span><br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JhONBMNB2N8/UGza9M968uI/AAAAAAAAAtk/UumlNPjq8qo/s1600/ip23.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-JhONBMNB2N8/UGza9M968uI/AAAAAAAAAtk/UumlNPjq8qo/s320/ip23.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>She delights in that which is saturated. She positively purrs when complimentary colors come together and vibrate electrically. Her art is a way to define herself, explore her world, and a tool in her quest for meaning. RoByn is currently obsessed with crafting all sorts of crap for her spring nuptials. On her 50th birthday, she will be marrying <b>HER </b>favorite artist.</i></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EWvI3MFPpng/UGzb6YK6UfI/AAAAAAAAAts/dPBzSthqT08/s1600/ip17.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-EWvI3MFPpng/UGzb6YK6UfI/AAAAAAAAAts/dPBzSthqT08/s320/ip17.jpg" width="212" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>When not being obsessed, RoByn body paints and photographs people. Always artistic, she was drafted to face paint at an event. She discovered that she loved it and wanted bigger "canvases". She was fortunate to be able to study with some of the foremost painters in the world. She even went on to teach, and even wrote a book on face painting.</i></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rWUw0KhGh7E/UGzb7OLsw2I/AAAAAAAAAt0/OsWwoC6h2rY/s1600/ip19.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-rWUw0KhGh7E/UGzb7OLsw2I/AAAAAAAAAt0/OsWwoC6h2rY/s320/ip19.jpg" width="212" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>RoByn loves the challange of working with all different types of people. Her models are often her muses. She draws inspiration for their body painting designs by questions she asks them about their passions, interests, experiences, and favorite things.</i></span><br />
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<span style="color: #454545; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"> </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Tumblr: <a href="http://nycbodyart.tumblr.com/" target="_blank">http://nycbodyart.tumblr.com/</a></i></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Twitter: <a href="https://twitter.com/RThompsonArt" target="_blank">https://twitter.com/RThompsonArt </a></i></span><span style="color: #454545; font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 12px;"> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;"><i>Linkedin: <a href="http://www.linkedin.com/pub/robyn-thompson/53/aa1/605" target="_blank">http://www.linkedin.com/pub/robyn-thompson/53/aa1/605</a></i></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Facebook: <a href="http://www.facebook.com/pages/RoByn-Thompson-Art/154401641278734?ref=ts" target="_blank">http://www.facebook.com/pages/RoByn-Thompson-Art/154401641278734?ref=ts </a></span></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-47932579223575411402012-08-18T19:15:00.000-04:002012-08-18T19:15:12.456-04:00Almost Done Packing!<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i> What a time I have had! I came on a few days ago to (finally) update my blog and, much to my surprise my Google account had been suspended because they made a change to their acceptable "names" policy! Couldn't blog, I Google...I guess I was fortunate that I could even access my mail, LOL!</i></span><br />
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</i></span> <span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><i> I changed my I Google profile name and sent it in. They approved it, so now I can blog! I'm gonna take a photo of my "house of many boxes" and do some catching up tomorrow!</i></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-45369423694909815812012-06-14T09:52:00.001-04:002012-06-14T09:58:11.843-04:00Custom Invitations DIY Couldn't Be Easier Or Cost Less!<i><span style="font-size: large;">The spring and summer result in many needs for invitations and announcements. Why pay someone when you can choose your own custom design, color, text, even feature your own picture? It's easier than you might think! And there are so many other items/services available at <span><span style="background-color: red;"><a href="http://www.vistaprint.com/vp/welcome.aspx?xnav=welcomeback&GNF=1&rd=1" target="_blank">VISTAPRINT</a></span></span> </span></i><br />
<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Need custom mailing labels or business cards that you can customize and have printed? They do it all, including customized gifts! I tried printing out my own business cards once and, the materials cost way more when you consider how many went to waste due to misalignment! I could have gotten many more cards, no waste, and no headache!</span></span></i><br />
<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">So, if you need invitations, etc. visit Vistaprint, they walk you thru the choices of design, customization, and they ALWAYS have incredible sales/special pricing! You get many opportunities to proofread your design/text prior to their printing, and your items arrive so quickly! I've used them and have always been very satisfied. Professional results, customization, quick delivery, and oh so easy!</span></span></i><br />
<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Needing invitations: <a href="http://www.vistaprint.com/vp/welcome.aspx?xnav=welcomeback&GNF=1&rd=1" target="_blank">VISTAPRINT</a> </span></span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Saving SO much money on wonderful results" PRICELESS! </span></span></i>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-89692718456676924862012-06-07T17:58:00.000-04:002012-06-07T17:58:02.922-04:00Inroduction<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i>Well, having managed to accidentally delete my previous post of yesterday, I'm just going to start this blog all over, from the beginning!</i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i> </i></span></span><i><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Allow me to introduce myself! My name is Aprilee Roach. I am retired, and have been for some time now. I live in the state of Maryland, East Coast, USA. I live by the banks of the beautiful Susquehanna River, so named for the Susquehannock Indians. When I was growing up, friends had boats long before they had cars! I grew up fishing, swimming, and water skiing on the river. That river has become synonymous with what "home" is to me.</span></span></i></i><br />
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</ul></div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-50082191459972752222012-03-20T10:49:00.000-04:002012-03-20T10:49:04.371-04:00Guest Blogger Kathy Adams / Life's Abundance<div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Before I begin, I would like to thank my dear friend, Aprilee Roach, for featuring me on her blog. We are both animal lovers and are very concerned about the care and well being of our pets.</span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">My name is Kathy Adams and I am a Field Rep for Life’s Abundance. At Life’s Abundance, we believe that health is more than just eating right and exercising – it’s about cultivating the right attitude and making a commitment to feel better … to be better.</span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">We provide products that are of high quality and are safe and effective. These products are inspired by nature and informed by science. We are committed to improving the health of people, pets and the planet.</span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Let me start by talking about my passion – Pets. Many pet owners don’t understand what is in some of the most popular brands of dog and cat food. They believe that these companies have your pets’ best interest in mind but that isn’t always the case. Current pet food regulations allow manufacturers to use ingredients that you would never knowingly give to your pet. In fact, you may be shocked to learn what some brands of pet food really contain. Please watch this short video before you decide on a pet food for you beloved furbaby: <a href="http://vimeo.com/34844158" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://vimeo.com/34844158</a> </span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">We offer several products in our pet food line including dry and canned foods and several healthful treats for dogs and cats. We also have several nutritional supplements for both dogs and cats. </span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">I have been feeding Life’s Abundance pet foods to all of my 7 dogs and my cat for over two years and am thrilled with the results. Their coats are all in top condition, their muscle mass is excellent and their activity level has improved. I didn’t start feeding Life’s Abundance Food to my pets because I am a Field Rep. I became a Field Rep after using the products for over a year because I was so impressed with the quality of this food and all of Life’s Abundance Products!</span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Life’s Abundance has several grooming products including Bath Fresh Mist, Revitalizing Shampoo for Dogs and Cats and Ear Care Formula. </span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Please click <a href="http://www.lifesabundance.com/Pets/PetsHome.aspx?realname=20061693&cat=0&hdr=&Ath=False" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> to learn about all of our pet products.</span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Life’s Abundance isn’t all about pets. We have some wonderful products for us humans, too.</span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Life’s Abundance Revitalizing Clay Mask</span><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">, a newly refined clay mask with skin nourishing ingredients. Revitalizing Clay Mask is an ultra-absorbent, Volcanic Ash Clay solution, and the latest pleasure in the quest for younger-looking skin! When applied to the skin’s surface, this soothing clay firms and exfoliates, resulting in a revitalized and more youthful-looking complexion. It also has the unique ability to draw out toxins and impurities that are embedded deep within the skin’s pores. Life’s Abundance Revitalizing Clay Mask<b> </b>can be used on the face and neck to soften, tone and detoxify the skin and with our convenient, single-use foil pouches, application is effortless! By making Revitalizing Clay Mask a part of your regular pampering sessions, you will keep your skin looking its very best—the more frequently you use it, the more dramatic the results.</span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Learn more about Life’s Abundance Revitalizing Clay Mask <a href="http://tinyurl.com/7hu9jma" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here.</a></span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Another great product for people is Life’s Abundance Sealogix Fish Oil, in capsule or liquid form. All over the world, researchers are investigating the health effects of dietary fish oil consumption. Please click <a href="http://www.lifesabundance.com/People/SeaLogixCompare.aspx?realname=20061693&cat=0&hdr=&Ath=False" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here</a> to learn about the benefits of Omega 3s, see the comparison of our Sealogix brand to other brands of Fish Oil Supplements and read the FAQs to determine if Life’s Abundance Sealogix Fish Oil is right for you.</span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">And finally, Life’s Abundance is very concerned about our planet. By taking a few steps to protect our planet, you can also improve the health of your family.</span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Our signature line of environmentally-friendly cleaning products is a more natural alternative to harsh conventional cleaning product lines, which often contain chemicals that can negatively impact the air quality of your home and the long-term quality of our water supply. </span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Our products are industrial strength but are safe to use in your home. These cleaning products use friendly bacteria that eliminate the organic wastes that cause odor, rather than just masking the smell.</span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">You will find our earth-friendly cleaning products <a href="http://www.lifesabundance.com/Planet/PlanetHome.aspx?realname=20061693&cat=0&hdr=&Ath=False" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">by clicking here.</a></span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal" id="yui_3_2_0_1_1332254350157118"><span id="yui_3_2_0_1_1332254350157115" style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Life’s Abundance offers samples of dog and cat foods and treats. You can order your samples, starting at just $1 plus shipping, by <a href="http://www.lifesabundance.com/Products/ProductList.aspx?realname=20061693&cat=0&hdr=&Ath=False&category=Samples%28Pet_Base%29" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">clicking here.</a> For any other samples not listed, or for a sample of our Revitalizing Clay Mask, please email me at <a href="mailto:kadams12154@gmail.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">kadams12154@gmail.com</a>. All you will pay is shipping. </span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Along with my concern for proper nutrition for our pets and a cleaner environment for all, I am a huge advocate of spay/neuter and adopting pets instead of buying them from pet stores. I invite you to take a look at my blog, <a href="http://happyhealthypetblog.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">http://HappyHealthyPetBlog.com</a>, to read more about my beliefs and passion. You can also see some of my pets and read tributes to two of my beloved dogs that went to the Rainbow Bridge recently.</span></div><div class="yiv974067556MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 14pt; line-height: 115%;">Thank you for reading about my business, and thank you again, Aprilee, for letting me share.(The photos below are some of Kathy Adam's personal furry babies - Aprilee)!</span></div><span class="yiv974067556HOEnZb"><span style="color: #888888;"> </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i> My Fibromyalgia and Arthritis prompted my inactivity, followed by an upcoming remodel of my house, which the contractor keeps pushing the date farther and farther back. During the remodel, I will not have access to any of my supplies or finished items. This means that I will be forced to close my shop for about two months, probably sometime in June.</i></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i> I have so many new components that I just can't wait to work with that the desire to begin designing again is becoming too strong to ignore any longer. On to the new events in my life:</i></span><br />
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<a href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rU6SFu0Fxlw/T1wetRRHZrI/AAAAAAAAAfs/why5zoZ_fPU/s1600/395768_10150622102199534_579524533_10881370_1540752352_n.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="320" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/-rU6SFu0Fxlw/T1wetRRHZrI/AAAAAAAAAfs/why5zoZ_fPU/s320/395768_10150622102199534_579524533_10881370_1540752352_n.jpg" width="199" /></a><span style="font-size: large;"><i> Last spring I added an adorable little boy to my home! His name is "Dean" and he is full of personality! We jabber together, and it's nice to have a pet for companionship. (The crown graphic was added by my wonderful friend Dale of "SeadreamStudio" on etsy! She is also responsible for beautiful banners, and creates sumptuous graphics of all sorts!)</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i> </i></span><span style="font-size: large;"><i>I also have a life long love of fishing, and just last week purchased my own fishing rod & reel, in my favorite color of pink, and I can't wait to begin using it! </i></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lqi7PkROzTo/T1wgF3wSXKI/AAAAAAAAAf0/wzIAVvBnjDE/s1600/6971252175_0fb1bdaaab.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-lqi7PkROzTo/T1wgF3wSXKI/AAAAAAAAAf0/wzIAVvBnjDE/s320/6971252175_0fb1bdaaab.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><span style="font-size: large;"><i> I'll be posting pictures and stories of my fishing. Mostly catfish, and some pretty big ones! </i></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i> My beloved camera broke, and I had moved, so now I have different lighting and a new camera to figure out. A very sweet friend was kind enough to loan me their camera, but I must get camera shopping. I'm considering changing my name to "Calamity Jane".</i></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i> I will be posting some new items over the coming week that I've already photographed. I will also be designing and creating new items. I've noticed (through Google search) that the name Artistry Jewelry (my shop name since 2008) has been popping up more and more for other jewelry sites. And since my jewelry is really about my unique designs, I have changed my etsy shop name to </i></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i>"JewelryByAprilee". You can still access it at the original link (it will redirect), but you can also access it utilizing my new shop name.</i></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i><b>Be sure to stop by this Friday when my guest blogger will be (my wonderful friend) Kathy Adams! She will be sharing her business "Life's Abundance"!</b> <b>People/Planet/Pets</b></i></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><i><b><u>SPOILER:</u></b> There is a luxurious mud mask that makes your face so silky and hydrated!<b> </b>Aprilee </i></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-21842267198665976572011-09-15T17:07:00.002-04:002011-12-12T12:39:04.267-05:00Clearance Sale! NOV 18th THRU Dec 18th!!!<i><span style="font-size: large;"> I'm having a clearance sale <a href="http://www.etsy.com/shop/ArtistryJewelry?section_id=10358041">In my etsy shop </a>All items will remain at the clearance price until sold! Many items are a full 50% off and I am adding more items discounted from my already affordable prices for one-of-a-kind, hand crafted artisan jewelry. If there is an item you've been looking at, check back to my shop often, as you may just get an unbelievable price break on it! </span></i><br />
<i><span style="font-size: large;"> With Christmas just around the corner, you can not beat these prices and they'll think you spent a fortune, And did I mention that shipping is always free to the Continental USA & Canada? </span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">To shop, just go to <a href="http://bamboopink.net/mdaniels">THIS</a></span></i> <i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">link and click "shop", "find a show" and "Aprilee Lawson Party 639".</span></span></i><br />
<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">If you have been curious about the creations, now is your chance to see exactly what stylish, quality jewelry is being offered! </span></span></i>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-44587584191177736012011-03-25T17:45:00.001-04:002011-03-25T17:46:54.264-04:00<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i> It's that time of year again, many couples are planning for their big event! What better way to get your products in front of those seeking items specifically for such an occasion?</i></span></span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><i>Sign up for a virtual vendor booth at</i></span></span> <a href="http://theweddingden.net/">The Wedding Den</a><br />
<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">This virtual bridal show will be held on Saturday, April 2nd, 2011. The price for your virtual vendor booth? Only $5.00! </span></span></i><br />
<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Please email them at "theweddingden@gmail.com" for details,</span></span></i><br />
<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"> and <a href="http://theweddingden.net/">visit their site</a> </span></span></i>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-12711646561231093562011-02-26T09:48:00.002-05:002011-02-26T10:01:58.535-05:00Spicy Weekend Blog Hop!<div id="_1"><a href="http://www.aspicyboycatandmyfatass.com/search/label/Spicy%20Weekend%20Hop"><img src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_8If77NE0SuM/TKYS71uK3TI/AAAAAAAABgk/dOGAR8oInPo/s320/hop.jpg" /></a></div><div id="_1"><b><i>Join in on the weekend blog party that features:</i></b></div><div id="_1"><b><i>Blogger</i></b></div><div id="_1"><b><i>Twitter</i></b></div><div id="_1"><b><i>Facebook<br />
Networked Blogs</i></b></div><div id="_1"><b><i>Blog Frog </i></b></div><div id="_1"><b><i>AND GIVEAWAYS! </i></b> </div>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-64842785613184069922011-02-24T20:37:00.001-05:002011-02-24T20:38:03.886-05:00Oxidize (antique) Your Own Components For Less Than $1.00<b><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Well, I've been working with alot of oxidized, or "antique" silver components lately. Last night, I realized that I was out of clasps! So, it was time (once again), for me to become resourceful and make some of my own. Did you know that this very moment you have all of the necessary items needed for such an endeavor? Do you have any idea how simple the process is? Heck, I'll even tell you how it works!</i></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;"><i>Now, personally...I do not eat eggs! I AM an obsessive baker, so I always have some just hanging out in my fridge. When i need to oxidize metal (always silver), I just grab my carton of eggs! That's right, eggs! I'm sure you've seen the "Liver Of Sulphur" for sale in the jewelry supply stores. Have you noticed that whenever you cook eggs, they really stink? That's sulphur, and it's a product produced by the yolk of the egg! Are you ready to "go antiquing"? Well, grab your eggs and listen-up! First, I get out my pennies! I can spare some of those!</i></span></b><br />
<b><span style="font-size: large;"><i>First things first! Put (I recommend 3) eggs on to boil. I boil mine 10 minutes. You can't overcook, but you CAN under cook! Do 10 min., just to be safe! I usually only need 2 eggs, but I'd rather have too many than not enough! If you like eggs, eat the unused one!</i></span></b><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_9PUpPmaOMM/TWb3YYdjzCI/AAAAAAAAAWg/UPl752UACos/s1600/5474385303_fd25a26dde.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-_9PUpPmaOMM/TWb3YYdjzCI/AAAAAAAAAWg/UPl752UACos/s1600/5474385303_fd25a26dde.jpg" /></a></div> <i><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">You have to suspend your items, so I use a dark-colored thread and tie knots to keep the items from touching!</span></span></b></i><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SXYKYtUwZDw/TWb3Yt06S8I/AAAAAAAAAWo/CV6uqQpfN8I/s1600/5474950014_51eaf23bd1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-SXYKYtUwZDw/TWb3Yt06S8I/AAAAAAAAAWo/CV6uqQpfN8I/s1600/5474950014_51eaf23bd1.jpg" /></a></div> <i><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">I use craft glue to affix the end of the thread between 2 pennies. If you're in a hurry, use your glue gun (being careful not to burn yourself)!!</span></span></b></i><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ar0Bm7Fhpoo/TWb3YkLjSCI/AAAAAAAAAWs/IHHvG8E9eLM/s1600/5474953450_be9c7f5768.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="240" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-ar0Bm7Fhpoo/TWb3YkLjSCI/AAAAAAAAAWs/IHHvG8E9eLM/s320/5474953450_be9c7f5768.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SunsofHWJjE/TWb3YwPacoI/AAAAAAAAAWw/iK2bbJO3f80/s1600/5474958160_ea91dbf4e8.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/-SunsofHWJjE/TWb3YwPacoI/AAAAAAAAAWw/iK2bbJO3f80/s1600/5474958160_ea91dbf4e8.jpg" /></a></div> <b><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Next, you have to find a "platform" of some kind to suspend your little "component clothesline". You'll need to wash the items when done, they'll be stinky! Put them as far back inside a gallon zip loc bag, being sure the items you'll be oxidizing don't touch anything (including the baggie).</span></span></i></b><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZErauV9lH7M/TWb3YakneMI/AAAAAAAAAWk/UToYObFJSBQ/s1600/5474366723_8eaf73b045.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="238" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZErauV9lH7M/TWb3YakneMI/AAAAAAAAAWk/UToYObFJSBQ/s320/5474366723_8eaf73b045.jpg" width="320" /></a></div> <i><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">When your eggs have cooked (while they are very hot), place 2 of them just inside the baggie. Zip the bag shut. MAKE SURE THE BAG IS COMPLETELY CLOSED!! Grab a tablespoon and begin to jab and squish the eggs. Again, the yolk is the important part of the egg!! Jab and squish until you have made the most of destroying the yolk to release the maximum amount of sulphur!</span></span></b></i><br />
<i><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Be careful when jabbing, not to puncture the bag! Now, go make an egg salad sandwich and watch TV or busy yourself somehow for 1 hour. Now, you can let the stuff sit for well over an hour..it really depends on how dark you want the item(s) to be, or other obligations that take you away from the task at hand. If the item(s) are too dark, get out some steel wool and rub the things until you like the result.</span></span></b></i><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-v_ioF5GG-Xo/TWb3Ycb3aHI/AAAAAAAAAWc/PT-gY7xQnrE/s1600/5474965934_9b8c0bdd8c_m.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-v_ioF5GG-Xo/TWb3Ycb3aHI/AAAAAAAAAWc/PT-gY7xQnrE/s1600/5474965934_9b8c0bdd8c_m.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KUhh-vkNKkE/TWcHF99lM1I/AAAAAAAAAXY/F06FQju4FwE/s1600/5474787467_53566ce482.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/-KUhh-vkNKkE/TWcHF99lM1I/AAAAAAAAAXY/F06FQju4FwE/s1600/5474787467_53566ce482.jpg" /></a></div><i><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">(ABOVE is a pic of the difference between a clasp (silver plated) that I left in a similar bag for 2 hours.</span></span></b></i><br />
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<i><b><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"> </span></span></b></i> <i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;"><b>BELOW are my results after 1 hour. I apologize for the blurriness of this photo. NOW, you may read elsewhere that this doesn't work on plated items, only pure silver. I refused to listen and have always used this method exclusively on silver plated components with only 1 failure! The items that failed had a vast section of very smooth, polished, plated silver. The result was very blotchy. I intend to go back to the items and experiment with roughing-up the items with steel wool prior to treating them. I have also used this product on gold plated items. Gold plated items oxidize VERY quickly, so keep a close eye on those! Good luck, have fun, and don't allow fear of failure to destroy your creativity! Aprilee</b></span></span></i><br />
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<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">I will be adding a line of silver and brass cuff bracelets soon, as well as some items for the brides to be out there! Stop by often! Remember, my items are my own (copyrighted) original designs! Most are one-of-a-kind, and cannot possibly be duplicated due to my supplies being limited, or discontinued items! Don't follow the pack, set yourself apart in my designs and craftsmanship! Satisfaction guaranteed!</span></span></i><br />
<i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Times,"Times New Roman",serif;">Aprilee </span></span></i>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-76269542822024022782011-02-07T18:42:00.000-05:002011-02-07T18:42:56.098-05:00Alba's Exclusive Events: It's Time For Another Round of Experts and Answers...<a href="http://albasexclusiveevents.blogspot.com/2011/01/its-time-for-another-round-of-experts.html?spref=bl">Alba's Exclusive Events: It's Time For Another Round of Experts and Answers...</a>: "It's 2011 and what better time to start the new year with a renewed mind. We have an exciting line up for our Experts and Answers sessions. ..."Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4474818304314245657.post-72945754172767788452011-02-03T10:43:00.000-05:002011-02-03T10:43:41.582-05:00Lovey-Dovey Blog Hop<h6 class="uiStreamMessage" data-ft="{"type":"msg"}"><span class="messageBody"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">WOOOOHOOO! Forget winter and party like a groundhog, well, like it's spring? LOL!</span></span></i> <i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;"> Join the<a href="http://onlineshoppingmall.ismyblogs.name/">blog hop</a> that's all about meeting new friends! You can add your blog to the hoppin' list! You don't have to sell anything, etc. Let's just share! This event will be hopping from thursday Feb 3rd-Sunday Feb. 6th</span></span></i></span> <span class="messageBody"><i><span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Georgia,"Times New Roman",serif;">Come on & JUMP IN! Aprilee </span></span></i> </span></h6>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10861079151992995900noreply@blogger.com5