POCKET SALES or How To Have A Mini-Show

I was wanting to find a way to advertise the lanyards I'm working on and a friend of mine is selling at her office for me and I didn't want it to be something bulky or space consuming.  What to do, what to do?

Then the Idea Fairy bashed me over the head with her stick waved her wand over my head and the light dawned!  Digital Photo Frames!!  I could get one, load an SD card with pics of my wares (even my necklaces & earrings!) and Witchie-Poo (the friend I mentioned) could set it on her desk for their viewing pleasure (and, hopefully, buying pleasure!). 

Then I tho't (swiftly ducking that stick wand as it swung at me a 2nd time) it would be a grand idea to be able to carry my wares wherever I go.  Except, that's a lot bulky!  Even carrying a Digital Photo Frame is bulky (and you tend to get strange looks from passersby).  So I went on Amazon.com and plugged in "Digital Photo Frames" (pun fully intended!) and up came all sorts of great answers.  Below are pics of the two answers I bought.  The first one, by Coby, holds more pics (160) than the 2nd one by Micca (60-70) so I'm going to be doing a swap after I edit a few more pics.

Now, you may have to do some cropping, these screens are only 2.4" each so it only fits so much of the shot in.  Group your items and don't go too macro on them or you'll be cropping out a lot of what you're trying to show. And make sure that grouping includes any text you add to the picture (like the price and title of the piece).  But, these puppies fit great in a purse or pocket and you can whip them out to show someone if you're discussing your jewelry making and they mention they'd like to see what you do.  I mean, a business card with your web addy is fine, but how often do they get dropped in a purse and forgotten or even lost?  Give 'em the card, by all means, but this is a great little advertising tool we could all adapt for those "What kind of jewelry do you make?" moments where it's easier to show than tell. 

And it will make a much more lasting impression.

The Coby Digital 2.4" Photo Album

Has a stand to rest on, side, back, or upright

Easy to use, pics can go vertical or horizontal

Micca 2.4" screen Digital Album

Only holds 60 or so pics but they're very clear

Vertical or Horizontal direction -
more of a wallet style than a desktop model

....AAAAAND CUT!

Whelp!  That's the end of the First Annual Virtual Craft Show.  I hope everyone had as much fun as I did.  I know winner announcements are up-coming so, as soon as Lori lets me know who has won my giveaway, we'll be contacting each other for all the info exchange necessary.

On another note, the discount at my Etsy store is currently closed but stick around.  When we get closer to the holiday, there may be another one!



Autumn Sunset

 Now, on to the private drawing I was having for my Etsy store... I only had six people who ended up entered in my private (not part of the Virtual Craft Show) drawing but I'm still not going to tell you who the winner is until tomorrow.  Once I've got the name, and if you left a way for me to contact you, I will let you know and contact you for your mailing address.

Good luck!

DISCOUNT SALE!

  

~Christmas Tree Funk~



Okay, folks, I'm going to give a 10% discount on everything in the shop today and tomorrow!  Use the code FirstChristmas2011 at checkout to receive your discount on your entire purchase.  Shop, shop, shop! Go to Etsy's Crazy Creative Corner and get that perfect pair of earrings for your Christmas outfit, or to give your mom, granma, aunt or cousin.  If you see something you like, but want to find different colors, don't hesistate to convo me and ask.  If I have it, I'll make it!

~Holiday Reds~

THE JOYFUL MADNESS CONTINUES!

Yes, it's the 3rd day of the Virtual Craft Show! Hope everyone's having a TOTAL blast!  Please, be sure to visit Lori's blog, Pretty Things, to enter for all the MAH-velous giveaways available!  Be sure to check each person's site(s) to view their beautiful products.  Be sure to spread the word to all your friends (and their husbands!) about the ton of gorgeous that's available for sale.  Go check the following ladies and their products out:

Sally Russick

 

www.WireWorked.com

www.WireWorked.etsy.com

 

Sandi Volpe

 http://www.etsy.com/shop/SandiVolpe

www.SandiVolpe.com

Susan Lloyd

 

 http://www.facebook.com/designsbysusan

 http://designsbysusan-dbs.blogspot.com

 

Mallory Hoffman

 

http://www.etsy.com/shop/rosebud101

http://rosebud101-fortheloveofbeads.blogspot.com/

 

Kim Ballor

 

Kim's Etsy Shop

Kim's blog

Jelveh Jaferian

 

www.etsy.com/shop/jelvehdesigns

www.jelvehdesigns.blogspot.com

 

Wendy Blum

www.sandnseadesigns.com
www.etsy.com/shop/beachjewels72
www.facebook.com/lampworkjewelry
http://beachjewelsbywendy.blogspot.com

 

Elisabeth Auld

 

www.beadsforbusygals.etsy.com

www.beadsforbusygals.com

 

Patsy Evins

 

 http://www.PatsyEvinsStudio.com/ 

 http://www.PatsyEvinsStudio.com/blog
http://www.PatsyEvinsStudio.Etsy.com

 http://www.PatsyEvinsStudio.Artfire.com/

~Autumn Sunset~
Etsy Store Giveaway



...and don't forget, I have a separate giveaway for those who purchase from my Etsy store and mention their purchase on their blogs, Facebook page or Twitter account, and/or comment about their purchase on my Facebook page.  Just remember, be sure to leave me your blog or email address so I can contact the winner.

Happy Shopping!