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Transcript from January 2, 2011 to January 3, 2011All times are Pacific Time

January 2, 2011

12:31 am jenjentrixie: I am excited you are coming to our #crafterminds chat on Monday!! @chrissy217@beneathmyheart @Tidymom http://bit.ly/hBKjiH

January 3, 2011

3:16 am Lilbrownhouse: Is it bad that I plan my day off around the #crafterminds chat?

3:17 am lovefamandhome: @Lilbrownhouse what time does the #crafterminds chat begin? I am in the centraltime zone

3:35 am FutureSub: Kid asleep. House to myself. Wishing #crafterminds chat was tonight instead of tomorrow (at 4pm Eastern time)

4:33 am Ashkaitlin24: Excited about tomorrow:) crafting all day and #crafterminds at 4!

4:17 pm crafterminds: Today's To Do: Join us for #crafterminds craft blogging chat today at 1pmPacific/4pm Eastern. We're talking networking!

4:18 pm dollarcraft: RT @crafterminds: Today's To Do: Join us for #crafterminds craft blogging chattoday at 1pm Pacific/4pm Eastern. We're talking networking!

4:23 pm JenClark74: RT @crafterminds: Today's To Do: Join us for #crafterminds craft blogging chattoday at 1pm Pacific/4pm Eastern. We're talking networking!

4:49 pm thesickchick: Getting over this cold but meds still making me sleepy. Gonna nap and try to beup in time for @crafterminds chat in ~4 hrs! #crafterminds

5:18 pm creationzstudio: RT @crafterminds: Today's To Do: Join us for #crafterminds craft blogging chattoday at 1pm Pacific/4pm Eastern. We're talking networking!

5:30 pm kassarie: Join us today at 2pm Mountain Time for #crafterminds chat for craft bloggers -this week we're talking networking!!!

5:48 pm Steph2Pigs: RT @crafterminds: Today's To Do: Join us for #crafterminds craft blogging chattoday at 1pm Pacific/4pm Eastern. We're talking networking!

5:53 pm madincrafts: #Crafterminds friends Facebook has a group chat feature if a group has morethan 250 members. Wouldn't a craft bloggers group be a fun idea?

7:26 pm TheThriftress: learning my camera's settings for better pics. Thanks @CentsationalGrl and@crafterminds #crafterminds

8:01 pm marissamakes: Countdown to #crafterminds... one hour to go! ???

8:06 pm infarrantly: RT @marissamakes: Countdown to #crafterminds... one hour to go! ???

8:07 pm suz_brown: RT @marissamakes: Countdown to #crafterminds... one hour to go! ???

8:13 pm modpodgerocks: #crafterminds chat on building relationships/networking begins in 45 minutes!Please join us!

8:14 pm CraftaholicAnon: RT @modpodgerocks: #crafterminds chat on building relationships/networkingbegins in 45 minutes! Please join us!

8:15 pm aunt_nette: what's #crafterminds and can I come too?

8:16 pm aunt_nette: I'd love it! > RT @madincrafts: #Crafterminds Wouldn't a craft bloggers group bea fun idea?

8:22 pm CraftProject: RT @modpodgerocks: #crafterminds chat on building relationships/networkingbegins in 45 minutes! Please join us!

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8:30 pm giggleglitzglam: RT @modpodgerocks: #crafterminds chat on building relationships/networkingbegins in 45 minutes! Please join us!

8:36 pm ChristineUrias: @modpodgerocks What's the best way to fo llow the #crafterminds chat?

8:36 pm thesickchick: @PaperCakes -- I'm pretty sure it is naptime but I am trying my best to stay awakebecause the #crafterminds chat is in 25 minutes! Join us!

8:48 pm crafterminds: @aunt_nette it's a crafty blogger chat about different topics - come join us! todayis relationships/networking #crafterminds

8:50 pm Mandalynn96: @crafterminds YAY!! :) I can't wait!! Always very informative :) #crafterminds

8:50 pm crafterminds: 8 minutes until our chat . . . are you ready? # crafterminds

8:50 pm kristananne: I'm here, hoping the baby stays asleep! RT @crafterminds: 8 minutes until our chat . . . are you ready? #crafterminds

8:51 pm FutureSub: I'm joining the #crafterminds chat in 8mins, so may be tweeting more than usual.Chat is about networking! Join in if you fancy a natter.

8:52 pm tabbiecat77: Twitter chat in 9 minutes. Non-crafty blogger people, feel f ree to ignore me f or,oh, say an hour. #crafterminds

8:52 pm dollarcraft: RT @tabbiecat77: Twitter chat in 9 minutes. Non-crafty blogger people, feel freeto ignore me for, oh, say an hour. #crafterminds

8:53 pm giggleglitzglam: Finally getting to participate! #crafterminds

8:54 pm PosyMosey: I made it! kiddos are asleep and hubs is home as backup #crafterminds

8:55 pm Steph2Pigs: Hello! First time here today! RT @crafterminds: 8 minutes until our chat . . . areyou ready? #crafterminds

8:55 pm crafterminds: Let's start here in a minute - can you pls introduce yourselves to begin?#crafterminds

8:55 pm ThinkUrCrafty: RT @tabbiecat77: Twitter chat in 9 minutes. Non-crafty blogger people, feel freeto ignore me for, oh, say an hour. #crafterminds

8:55 pm dollarcraft: Pre-show countdown! Post your name, your website & one new year's resolution(or your bah humbug if you don't do 'em!) #crafterminds

8:56 pm my8kidsmom: : RT @crafterminds: Today's To Do: Join us for #crafterminds craft blogging chattoday at 1pm Pacific/4pm Eastern. We're talking networking!

8:56 pm creationzstudio: if my tweets seem funny, i'm in a tweetchat :) #crafterminds

8:56 pm aunt_nette: #crafterminds so glad to be joining your today!

8:56 pm crafterminds: It's Amy from @modpodgerocks behind the curtain today - the "wizard," so tospeak #crafterminds

8:57 pm akadesigndotca: #crafterminds Shannon www.akadesign.ca go to the gym 2x/wk until my birthdayin March

8:57 pm ThinkUrCrafty: I'm Missy @ So You Think You're Crafty. Resolution? I'm trying out the project365 thing everybody's talking about. #crafterminds

8:57 pm aunt_nette: I should be grocery shopping, in stead I'm chatting away with #crafterminds !

8:57 pm Mandalynn96: I'm Mandy from OH, my blog's www.mommyprincess.blogspot.com, and my

"goal" for this year is to up the game on my blog... #crafterminds

8:57 pm crafterminds: Okay, let's roll! I recommend TweetChat or TweetGrid to follow our hastag.Welcome everyone! #crafterminds

8:58 pm FutureSub: I'm Jackie from http://mysubmarinetothefuture.blogspot.com.Looking forward tonetworking.. or chatting about it anyway. Ha! #crafterminds

8:58 pm Mandalynn96: I should be c leanin LOL ;) RT @aunt_nette: I should be grocery shopping, instead Im chatting away with #crafterminds ! #crafterminds

8:58 pm CraftTestDummy: @christineurias Head to TweetChat- it's really easy to s ign up and use!#crafterminds


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8:59 pm giggleglitzglam: @dollarcraft Jana, http://gigglesglitzandglam.blogspot.com/2011/01/2011.htmlwhich includes my resolution! #crafterminds

8:59 pm PosyMosey: I'm Milica (Molly). My blog is http://craftingcozy.blogspot.com/ Resolution? to sewand craft a bunch and post it on the blog #crafterminds

8:59 pm CraftTestDummy: Hey #crafterminds! I 'll be in later- gotta run the DS to karate- KIiiiiii-YA!

8:59 pm dollarcraft: Heather from http://dollarstorecrafts.com & I haven't taken the time to doresolutions yet... oh noes! ! #crafterminds

8:59 pm aunt_nette: #crafterminds can anybody send a link to the tweetgrid or tweetchat ?

8:59 pm carissa_marie: If my tweets look funny for an hour or so, just ignore me. I'm playing with somecraft bloggers in a chat #crafterminds

8:59 pm crafterminds: I'm going to throw something out there to start - a great way to network is to sendan e-mail! #crafterminds

8:59 pm tabbiecat77: Tabitha, happycakecrafts.blogspot.com, & 2 continue to kill myself in Zumbaclass so my skinny jeans won't give me muff in top. #crafterminds

8:59 pm creationzstudio: I'm Monica from CA...thecreationzstudio.blogspot.com #crafterminds

8:59 pm dollarcraft: Here's the TweetChat room - easy to follow #crafterminds http://tweetchat.com/room/crafterminds #crafterminds

8:59 pm ChristineUrias: @crafterminds I made it! Christine from http://scraptime.ca Actually one of my

'goals' this year is to network more :) #crafterminds

9:00 pm crafterminds: Send an e-mail to a blogger you respect w a project, tip or something that mightinterest them #crafterminds

9:00 pm aunt_nette: #crafterminds it's aunt_nette from Sweetjeanette.com

9:00 pm PosyMosey: @Mandalynn96 Me too! Poor kiddos may go hungry tonight. JK! #crafterminds

9:00 pm kristananne: I'm Kristan from The Stepford Wife http://thestepfordwife.blogspot.com/#crafterminds

9:00 pm kassarie: Hello! Kassi from Truly Lovely here!!! So sad I missed last week! But I'm backnow!!! #crafterminds

9:00 pm Steph2Pigs: I'm Steph from http://www.sillypreciouspiggies.com and my resolution is to start anew craft blog! Eek I said it out loud!! #crafterminds

9:00 pm attemptingaloha: Aloha! #crafterminds

9:00 pm infarrantly: I am Beckie from http://www.infarrantlycreative.net/ #crafterminds

9:01 pm vintagerevivals: HOLLA! Mandi from Vintage Revivals in the House!! #crafterminds

9:01 pm PosyMosey: @tabbiecat77 I could use that resolution! But I know i'd fail! #crafterminds

9:01 pm ShinyDesigns: @crafterminds Hey! Monette Satterfield - ShinyDesigns.com andTheArtfulBusiness.com Resolutions? Huh! :) #crafterminds

9:01 pm ThinkUrCrafty: I'm a pretty shy person so networking (even online) is hard for me. I t's a goal for this year too. #crafterminds

9:01 pm crafterminds: Would love to hear what your experiences have been e-mailing other craftbloggers. #crafterminds

9:01 pm beneathmyheart: Hi, I'm Traci from http://bit.ly/9GQ4vk #crafterminds

9:01 pm CraftProject: I'm Amber from The Craft Project (www.craftchick.wordpress.com) #crafterminds

9:01 pm tabbiecat77: @Steph2Pigs Oooh! Much luck with that. I love f inding new craft blogs! :D#crafterminds

9:01 pm bobalooKids: Hi everyone! I'm Sam from http://bobalookids.com - made it just in time!#crafterminds

9:01 pm dollarcraft: Yay! you're in the right place ! :) RT @Steph2Pigs: my resolution is to start a newcraft blog! Eek I said it out loud!! #crafterminds


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9:01 pm kassarie: RT @crafterminds: Would love to hear what your experiences have beene-mailing other craft bloggers. #crafterminds

9:02 pm carissa_marie: I'm Carissa, I blog (when I have time) at http://creativecarissa.blogspot.com anddon't do new years resolutions #crafterminds

9:02 pm my8kidsmom: #crafterminds Rachel here for 1st time from The Counting Sheep Farm :)

9:02 pm attemptingaloha: @crafterminds How often is TOO of ten to email, though? #crafterminds

9:02 pm giggleglitzglam: I don't tend to get many responses and when I do it tends to take awhile.#crafterminds

9:02 pm vintagerevivals: @crafterminds So many wonderful women! #crafterminds

9:02 pm JenClark74: Hiya - Jen from mycraftyfriendjen.blogspot.com Glad to see all of ya!#crafterminds

9:02 pm SewVeryHappy: Hi I'm Sarah from http://sewveryhappy.blogspot.com.Ready to learn aboutnetworking as that's one of my new year's goals. #crafterminds

9:02 pm utahchemnrd: I e-mailed Kari from ucreate, she was very nice and responsive! I t got me afeature and guest post spot on her site! #crafterminds

9:02 pm Lilbrownhouse: I am Sharyl from The Little Brown House http://thelittlebrownhouse.us/#crafterminds

9:02 pm infarrantly: I know as a so called resident craft blogger I love when smaller bloggers email

me to ask for help. #crafterminds

9:02 pm PosyMosey: @ThinkUrCrafty I am too. I need a step by step to take the plunge then I do ok#crafterminds

9:02 pm kassarie: @crafterminds Recently I have e-mailed a few of my fave bloggers and so far,everyone has been so nice and encouraging!! ! #crafterminds

9:02 pm lovefamandhome: I am Tonya from http://loveoffamilyandhome.blogspot.com...my resolution:Generate more traffic to my blog in 2011 #crafterminds

9:02 pm jenjentrixie: Hi!! I'm Jen from Tatertots and Jello!! #crafterminds

9:02 pm kristananne: So far I've only commented on posts to start and had a few email exchanges f romthat. #crafterminds

9:02 pm attemptingaloha: @vintagerevivals Hey, girl! Back from the dead? Missed you. ;) #crafterminds

9:03 pm TheThriftress: Hi! I'm Sarah from http://thethriftress.blogspot.com #crafterminds

9:03 pm JenClark74: I've emailed a few times and been featured as a result. #crafterminds

9:03 pm casabellaproj: Hey #crafterminds! I'm Myra from The Casabella Project!http://casabellaproject.com

9:03 pm thesickchick: #crafterminds -- Popping in a touch late, had to deal with family emergency things.I'm Juliann, of http://thesickchick.com (in chaos)

9:03 pm sheyb: Can I join for a few minutes? #crafterminds

9:03 pm beneathmyheart: I have had great success in emailing other bloggers ! #crafterminds

9:03 pm infarrantly: RT @kassarie: @crafterminds Recently I have e-mailed a few of my faves & sofar, everyone has been so nice and encouraging!!! #crafterminds

9:03 pm vintagerevivals: @attemptingaloha Barely..... #crafterminds

9:03 pm aunt_nette: @ jenjentrixie Finally! Someone I recognize! Hey girl! (sweetjeanette here)#crafterminds

9:03 pm dollarcraft: If you don't get a response from a blogger, don't feel rejected... sometimes weget a LOT of email! Try again. #crafterminds

9:03 pm infarrantly: RT @JenClark74: Ive emailed a few times and been featured as a result.#crafterminds

9:03 pm crafterminds: If you have never offered to guest blog, it's the way to go. WE love it!#crafterminds


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9:03 pm Lilbrownhouse: I have always had a good response f rom the bloggers I email - I always emailback when someone sends me one. Very important! #crafterminds

9:03 pm condoblues: @TheThriftress I love your blog name! #crafterminds

9:04 pm utahchemnrd: I'm Amy from www.amerooniedesigns.blogspot.com #crafterminds

9:04 pm crafterminds: @sheyb Would love to have you! #crafterminds

9:04 pm jenjentrixie: Yes!! Hi Shey!! RT @sheyb: Can I join for a few minutes? #crafterminds

9:04 pm dollarcraft: And if you don't get a response after 2-3 emails, find another person to email

instead! Focus your energies e lsewhere. #crafterminds

9:04 pm aunt_nette: #crafterminds The whole month of December was devoted to guests on my blog

9:04 pm infarrantly: RT @crafterminds: If you have never offered to guest blog, its the way to go. WElove it! #crafterminds

9:04 pm kristananne: Good to know! RT @crafterminds: If you have never offered to guest blog, its theway to go. WE love it! #crafterminds

9:04 pm jenjentrixie: I love guest bloggers. It is so fun to spotlight new blogs!! #crafterminds

9:04 pm TheThriftress: @condoblues Thanks so much! #crafterminds

9:04 pm ShinyDesigns: I've had good responses from thoughtful, carefully written messages. Also, as ablogger - I answer every message and comment! #crafterminds

9:04 pm condoblues: @crafterminds I've guest blogged and had very positive experiences.#crafterminds

9:04 pm hiyaluv: hi everyone! this is gina from www.hiyaluv.com #crafterminds

9:04 pm giggleglitzglam: I'm too dumb to use TweetGrid, what was the other one? #crafterminds

9:04 pm kassarie: @crafterminds Should you have a good idea in mind already before asking toguest blog? Or ask if they have a preference? #crafterminds

9:04 pm mycottagecharm: Ok..haven't been on twitter than long, what the heck is up with the #crafterminds

9:04 pm infarrantly: RT @dollarcraft: And if you dont get a response after 2-3 emails, find another person to email.Focus your energies e lsewhere. #crafterminds

9:05 pm jenjentrixie: @giggleglitzglam Tweet Chat #crafterminds

9:05 pm kristananne: What's the etiquette on asking to guest blog? #crafterminds

9:05 pm attemptingaloha: Is it a considered a faux pas to send the same things to multiple "big bloggers" atthe same time? #crafterminds

9:05 pm crafterminds: Another tip: if a relevant story comes out and you think someone might beinterested - e-mail them! #crafterminds

9:05 pm hiyaluv: @giggleglitzglam i use tweet chat #crafterminds

9:05 pm ChristineUrias: I'm considering have some guest bloggers in May while I am away. #crafterminds#crafterminds

9:05 pm JenClark74: It's tweetchat.com #crafterminds

9:05 pm infarrantly: @kassarie I usually prefer an idea or a picture first. But I am too picky I know.

#crafterminds9:06 pm sheyb: RT @FutureSub: I'm joining the #crafterminds chat in 8mins, so may be tweeting

more than usual. Chat is about networking! Join in!

9:06 pm Steph2Pigs: I've had a great response to emailing other bloggers. I f they don't reply I figurethe project wasn't for them and move on. #crafterminds

9:06 pm infarrantly: RT @crafterminds: Another tip: if a relevant story comes out and you thinksomeone might be interested - e-mail them! #crafterminds

9:06 pm jenjentrixie: @mycottagecharm Come join in - Crafterminds is a weekly networking Twitter Chat! Use Tweet Chat and hashtag #Crafterminds :) #crafterminds

9:06 pm Lilbrownhouse: I'd be lost without this! RT @hiyaluv: @giggleglitzglam i use tweet chat#crafterminds


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9:06 pm infarrantly: @attemptingaloha I think so. #crafterminds

9:06 pm CraftProject: went on resolution kick complete with an image of them:http://craftchick.wordpress.com/2010/12/31/the-new-years-resolutions/#crafterminds

9:06 pm crafterminds: @kirstananne I like to see pictures of work. #crafterminds

9:06 pm creationzstudio: RT @crafterminds: Another tip: if a relevant story comes out and you thinksomeone might be interested - e-mail them! #crafterminds

9:06 pm mycottagecharm: thanks jen #crafterminds

9:06 pm carissa_marie: Re: resolutions- although I do want to do more sewing, learn more sewing skillsand make a puff quilt for my kiddo #crafterminds

9:06 pm my8kidsmom: #crafterminds http://ow.ly/3xDty Resolutions: More networking, more focus

9:06 pm hiyaluv: guest blogging can be fun! i enjoy it and am welcoming to my readers as well whowant to guest post;) #crafterminds

9:06 pm lovefamandhome: go figure...my 4 month old would wake up from his nap as soon as the chat starts:) #crafterminds

9:07 pm marissamakes: Hi there! I 'm Marissa from http://marissamakes.blogspot.com. :o) #crafterminds

9:07 pm kassarie: @infarrantly OH!! So e-mailing them with a pic of something to guest post aboutmay be a good idea?!? #crafterminds

9:07 pm lilredshopgirl: I just did a guest blog on "crafting" gourmet s'mores for # HappyHomemakerMe.What a sweet experience! : ) #crafterminds

9:07 pm CraftProject: @infarrantly @crafterminds that's a great point #crafterminds

9:07 pm mycottagecharm: needs to know how to increase blog traffic #crafterminds

9:07 pm crafterminds: @attempingaloha - yes. Big bloggers don't like to run the same stories, since a lotof our readers overlap. #crafterminds

9:07 pm Lilbrownhouse: I of ten post interesting links from other blogs on my Facebook and Twitter #crafterminds

9:07 pm kristananne: Mine too! I hear him fussing.RT @lovefamandhome: my 4 month old would wakeup from his nap as soon as the chat starts #crafterminds

9:07 pm Lilbrownhouse: @lovefamandhome Oh no! #crafterminds

9:07 pm hiyaluv: @lilredshopgirl oh that sounds yummay! :) #crafterminds

9:07 pm sheyb: Hi I'm Shey of *Shey*[B] Camera Strap Covers {www.sheyb.com} and blog:{shealynnbenner.com} #crafterminds

9:07 pm dollarcraft: @mycottagecharm we're chatting about craft blogging for the next 50 mins -come join! #crafterminds

9:07 pm aunt_nette: Meme's are also fun! #crafterminds

9:08 pm jenjentrixie: Guest posting is a great way to be seen by new readers! #crafterminds

9:08 pm Lilbrownhouse: Linky parties are invaluable! RT @mycottagecharm: needs to know how toincrease blog traffic #crafterminds

9:08 pm crafterminds: @mycottagecharm we've already mentioned a few tips - e-mailing and guestblogging. #crafterminds

9:08 pm mycottagecharm: Ok...I'm mycottagecharm #crafterminds

9:08 pm JenClark74: In the past I've only emailed specific projects to the kinds of blogs that do groupproject posts. How to ask to guest post? #crafterminds

9:08 pm infarrantly: @kassarie I think so. Or at least have an idea. I won't say yes to a guest postwithout seeing it f irst. #crafterminds

9:08 pm condoblues: @attemptingaloha: Yes. It can hurt your SEO & is considered sploggy RT Is itfaux pas 2 send same thing 2 multiple bloggers? #crafterminds


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9:08 pm aisletoaloha: Hi! Coming in late--my internet is acting funny! I'm Lindsay from Ais le to Aloha!http://aisletoaloha.blogspot.com/#crafterminds

9:08 pm CraftProject: @Steph2Pigs I have as well...the craft blogging community is such a welcomingplace #crafterminds

9:08 pm Lilbrownhouse: @sheyb I have one of your camera covers - love it!! #crafterminds

9:08 pm marissamakes: Same here! RT @Lilbrownhouse I often post interesting links from other blogs onmy Facebook and Twitter #crafterminds

9:08 pm dollarcraft: i do this a lot RT @crafterminds: f a relevant story comes out and you think

someone might be interested - e-mail them! #crafterminds

9:08 pm hiyaluv: @Lilbrownhouse @mycottagecharm yes! linky parties are such fun and a greatway to find new blogs! #crafterminds

9:08 pm sheyb: My goal for this year is to make more things for myself and family instead of all for my business. :) #crafterminds

9:08 pm casabellaproj: RT @Lilbrownhouse: Linky parties are invaluable! RT @mycottagecharm: needsto know how to increase blog traffic #crafterminds

9:09 pm kassarie: @infarrantly Makes sense. Other tips for getting a yes on guest blogging??#crafterminds

9:09 pm sheyb: Sweet! RT @Lilbrownhouse: @sheyb I have one of your camera covers - love it! !#crafterminds

9:09 pm infarrantly: RT @marissamakes: Same here! RT @Lilbrownhouse I often post interestinglinks from other blogs on my Facebook and Twitter #crafterminds

9:09 pm beneathmyheart: @sheyb my sister bought me a gift certificate from your shop for Christmas and Ican't wait to spend it. :) #crafterminds

9:09 pm mycottagecharm: I def do linky parties...TONS of them! #crafterminds

9:09 pm crafterminds: I like receiving an e-mail with a picture of the item and a note about you for guestblog requests. #crafterminds

9:09 pm creationzstudio: RT @sheyb: My goal for this year is to make more things for myself and familyinstead of all for my business. :) #crafterminds

9:09 pm CraftProject: @hiyaluv I just started doing some guest blogging with 365 Days of Sewing(http://www.365daysofsewing.com/) - it's been fun #crafterminds

9:09 pm PosyMosey: When you post a link do you then let them know you featured them?#crafterminds

9:09 pm creationzstudio: RT @crafterminds: I like receiving an e-mail with a picture of the item and a noteabout you for guest blog requests. #crafterminds

9:09 pm giggleglitzglam: @crafterminds That's a good idea, never thought of it. #crafterminds

9:09 pm mycottagecharm: it's nice to be genuine with people...get to know them personally #crafterminds

9:09 pm infarrantly: agree RT @crafterminds: I like receiving an e-mail with a picture of the item and anote about you for guest blog requests. #crafterminds

9:09 pm casabellaproj: RT @ jenjentrixie: Guest posting is a great way to be seen by new readers!#crafterminds

9:10 pm bobalooKids: can someone explain linky parties? totally in the dark. :) #crafterminds

9:10 pm sheyb: @beneathmyheart Fun! :) #crafterminds

9:10 pm casabellaproj: Yes! RT @mycottagecharm: its nice to be genuine with people...get to know thempersonally #crafterminds

9:10 pm crafterminds: @PosyMosey - yes, letting someone know you featured them is great. They willprobably mention it! #crafterminds

9:10 pm aisletoaloha: I've never guest blogged before--do you ask someone or wait to be asked? I'dlove to do it sometime. #crafterminds

9:10 pm myinsanity: Hi! Kendra from meandmyinsanity.blogspot.com coming in late. I may be in andout since ds just woke up from his 20 min nap. #crafterminds


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9:10 pm infarrantly: @kassarie When you are f irst starting out guest blogging is vital! You want asmuch exposure as you can possibly get. #crafterminds

9:10 pm CraftProject: @infarrantly @marissamakes @Lilbrownhouse I use a huge portion of my Twitter feed to point people to other blogs #crafterminds

9:10 pm mycottagecharm: @aisletoaloha I was asked to guest blog, I've never asked #crafterminds

9:10 pm Lilbrownhouse: Sometimes it feels pushy to send someone a post and request for a feature :)#crafterminds

9:11 pm foodwinemodpodg: Just joining in! Guest blogging is the topic? #crafterminds

9:11 pm crafterminds: Definitely do NOT wait to be asked to guest blog. Sometimes small blogs havetreasures that are hard to find! #crafterminds

9:11 pm FutureSub: Absolutely agreee! @mycottagecharm it's nice to be genuine with people...get toknow them personally #crafterminds

9:11 pm amschotter : Mandy from Making Memories of Ushttp://makingmemoriesofuschadandmandy.blogspot.com/#crafterminds

9:11 pm dollarcraft: @kassarie make sure you are familiar with the blog you approach for guest-blogging! your post should fit well (@infarrantly) #crafterminds

9:11 pm marissamakes: RT @ jenjentrixie: Guest posting is a great way to be seen by new readers!#crafterminds

9:11 pm infarrantly: @aisletoaloha Always ask. Opportunities don't come to you in blogging. You needto make them happen. #crafterminds

9:11 pm kassarie: @bobalooKids You invite others to link up their projects on your blog... Then youcan see and feature more bloggers. #crafterminds

9:11 pm casabellaproj: @aisletoaloha Girl, it never hurts to ask! The worst someone could say is no. Gofor it! :) #crafterminds

9:11 pm hiyaluv: @kassarie @infarrantly b intentional in guest post writing know what readers areinterested in & write w/ outcomes 4 ur reader #crafterminds

9:11 pm TheThriftress: I started with sending relevant projects to "feature" sites. Easier than emailing atrandom #crafterminds

9:11 pm beneathmyheart: @aisletoaloha go ahead and ask. #crafterminds

9:11 pm theidearoom: Almost forgot my favorite chat! #crafterminds

9:11 pm jenjentrixie: @aisletoaloha You can come up with an idea and present it or do the project andsend the blogger a picture with the request. #crafterminds

9:11 pm JenClark74: One of my goals this year is to put myself out there more and get out of mycomfort zone - including exactly this stuff! #crafterminds

9:11 pm crafterminds: RT @TheThriftress: I started with sending relevant projects to "f eature" sites.Easier than emailing at random #crafterminds

9:11 pm attemptingaloha: @Lilbrownhouse I agree. I t's really hard to put yourself out there... #crafterminds

9:11 pm aisletoaloha: I like being told when I'm featured somewhere! RT@PosyMosey When you posta link do you then let them know you featured them? #crafterminds

9:11 pm casabellaproj: Great Minds! :) RT @beneathmyheart: @aisletoaloha go ahead and ask.

#crafterminds

9:11 pm mycottagecharm: I would say, ask...all they can do is say no. :) #crafterminds

9:11 pm dollarcraft: don't try to guest post if your blog isn't established.. you need MINIMUM 20 goodposts on your site before you guest post #crafterminds

9:11 pm marissamakes: RT @crafterminds: Definitely DON'T wait to be asked to guest blog. Sometimessmall blogs have treasures that are hard to find! #crafterminds

9:11 pm hiyaluv: @amschotter hey girl! welcome:) #crafterminds

9:12 pm my8kidsmom: RT @bobalooKids: can someone explain linky parties? totally in the dark. :)#crafterminds


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9:12 pm 30daysblog: Hi girls- Mique f rom www.thirtyhandmadedays.com. Joining in late too- hope youdon't mind. #crafterminds

9:12 pm kristananne: RT @JenClark74: One of my goals this year is to put myself out there more andget out of my comfort zone #crafterminds

9:12 pm myinsanity: I've done a bit of guest blogging & have a question. Is it ever OK to repost thesame post on your own blog? #crafterminds

9:12 pm lovefamandhome: I'm back...feeding my 4 month old and chatting at the same time...gotta love themulti-tasking talent God gave us women! #crafterminds

9:12 pm creationzstudio: love these chats! So much info and encouraging ideas!! #crafterminds

9:12 pm bobalooKids: Aaah, thanks! RT @kassarie: @bobalooKids You invite others to link up their projects on your blog... #crafterminds

9:12 pm infarrantly: RT @dollarcraft: dont try to guest post if your blog isnt established.. you needMINIMUM 20 good posts on your site first #crafterminds

9:12 pm giggleglitzglam: I would love to do more giveaways, but I would like to giveaway more than just mystuff. Suggestions? #crafterminds

9:12 pm casabellaproj: Great goal! RT @JenClark74: One of my goals this year is to put myself out theremore and get out of my comfort zone #crafterminds

9:12 pm kristananne: @dollarcraft Good posts as in lots of comments? Or how do I know? I thinkthey're all good...lol ;) #crafterminds

9:12 pm crafterminds: Linky parties are like show and tell on the internet. You can go there to see a lot of projects. #crafterminds

9:12 pm infarrantly: @30daysblog Hi Mique as in Mickey! #crafterminds

9:13 pm foodwinemodpodg: @myinsanity I think it's probably best to feature something as one of your favoritepast projects, not just repost. #crafterminds

9:13 pm kassarie: @giggleglitzglam Ask blogging friends if they'd be willing to sponsor a giveawayfor you. #crafterminds

9:13 pm infarrantly: @giggleglitzglam I would say if you are a small blog focus on content first beforegiveaways, ads, hosting linky parties, etc. #crafterminds

9:13 pm crafterminds: Ask the blogger who has featured you when you can repost the guest post, if thecontent is new. Everyone has dif ferent "rules" #crafterminds

9:13 pm beneathmyheart: Guest posting on other blogs is one of my main goals this year to grow my blog.#crafterminds

9:13 pm sheyb: I want to have guest bloggers on my blog this year as well. I love featuring other handmade lovelies . :) #crafterminds

9:13 pm jenjentrixie: RT @crafterminds: Linky parties are like show and tell on the internet. You can gothere to see a lot of projects. #crafterminds

9:13 pm Lilbrownhouse: Linky parties are great! #crafterminds

9:13 pm amschotter : @hiyaluv <3 i thought i'd join in for a bit!!! :) #crafterminds

9:13 pm CraftProject: @Lilbrownhouse It never hurts to try though....just make sure you are genuine inyour ask #crafterminds

9:14 pm dollarcraft: @kristananne By "good posts" I just mean solid posts with good content.Comments or not, not that important! #crafterminds

9:14 pm Steph2Pigs: RT @aisletoaloha: I like being told when I'm featured somewhere!RT@PosyMosey When you post a link do you then let them know you featuredthem? #crafterminds

9:14 pm theidearoom: @myinsanity Good question! okay to repost same post to your blog aftr gst post?I think after a week or so it is okay...ask #crafterminds

9:14 pm clumsycrafter : I'm coming in late too because I forgot <---- not organized (ever) #crafterminds

9:14 pm crafterminds: I would def initely build content before worrying about giveaways. You need a solidfoundation. #crafterminds


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9:14 pm aunt_nette: RT @Lilbrownhouse: Linky parties are great! so agree! #crafterminds

9:14 pm sheyb: All of you #crafterminds should come to #CreativeEstates! http://bit.ly/9dAMf8 - Iam the founder. Would be so fun!

9:14 pm hiyaluv: @amschotter @hiyaluviam so glad you did;) #crafterminds

9:14 pm amschotter : how do you increase readers?? #crafterminds

9:14 pm infarrantly: Yes use linky parties but please don't host one if you are a small blog. There isenough out there. # justmytwocents #crafterminds

9:14 pm lovefamandhome: I generated a lot of traffic to my site lately with @theletteredcottage re-do linkyparty. Gonna participate more o ften! #crafterminds

9:14 pm hiyaluv: RT @crafterminds: I would def initely build content before worrying aboutgiveaways. You need a solid foundation. #crafterminds

9:14 pm 30daysblog: @infarrantly Hi Beckie as in Becky! ? #crafterminds

9:14 pm beneathmyheart: Guest posting on other blogs scares me to death, but I think it's worth the risk!#crafterminds

9:15 pm foodwinemodpodg: Link parties are a great way! RT @amschotter : how do you increase readers??#crafterminds

9:15 pm crafterminds: Another great idea for building your blog - requesting an interview from some of your fav bloggers. #crafterminds

9:15 pm kassarie: RT @crafterminds: I would def initely build content before worrying aboutgiveaways. You need a solid foundation. #crafterminds

9:15 pm hiyaluv: @amschotter continue to write. visit other blogs and comment. be consistent andgeniune #crafterminds

9:15 pm CraftProject: @TheThriftress Sites like Totally Tutorials (http://totallytutorials.blogspot.com/) aregood for this sort of thing #crafterminds

9:15 pm casabellaproj: RT @infarrantly: Yes use linky parties but please dont host one if you are a smallblog. There is enough out there. #crafterminds

9:15 pm dollarcraft: why 2 have good amount of content on ur blog b4 guest posting: bc you want tocatch readers when they come to visit you. #crafterminds

9:15 pm giggleglitzglam: I also hope to have some guest blogs this year. #crafterminds

9:15 pm Lilbrownhouse: I am so thankful to some of the bigger bloggers out there who reach out and helpsmaller/just starting out blogs. #crafterminds

9:15 pm amschotter : @foodwinemodpodg awesome! #crafterminds

9:15 pm taunitweets: Great idea! RT @crafterminds: Another great idea for building your blog -requesting an interview from your fav bloggers. #crafterminds

9:15 pm myinsanity: I've been reluctant to submit projects to b ig blogs, hoping they would just find &want to post my ideas. Not realistic. #crafterminds

9:15 pm foodwinemodpodg: RT @crafterminds: Another great idea for building your blog - requesting aninterview from some of your fav bloggers. #crafterminds

9:15 pm casabellaproj: @beneathmyheart Traci, you are amazing! No need to be worried. EveryoneLOVES you! :) #crafterminds

9:15 pm jenjentrixie: RT @hiyaluv: @amschotter continue to write. visit other blogs and comment. beconsistent and geniune #crafterminds

9:15 pm sandyalamode: @hiyaluv what's going on?? i always miss the #crafterminds chats~!!!

9:15 pm kristananne: This I like RT @crafterminds: Another great idea... requesting an interview fromsome of your fav bloggers. #crafterminds

9:15 pm dollarcraft: RT @crafterminds: Another great idea for building your blog - requesting aninterview from some of your fav bloggers. #crafterminds

9:15 pm Lilbrownhouse: Best advice!! RT @hiyaluv: @amschotter continue to write. visit other blogs andcomment. be consistent and geniune #crafterminds


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9:15 pm FutureSub: Me too! RT @beneathmyheart: Guest posting on other blogs scares me to death,but I think its worth the risk! #crafterminds

9:16 pm hiyaluv: @amschotter also, be sure to respond to comments so readers come back:)#crafterminds

9:16 pm sheyb: @lilredshopgirl yum!! #crafterminds

9:16 pm CraftProject: I would love to be featured on ionlylikemonsters(http://www.ionlylikemonsters.com/) this year #crafterminds

9:16 pm casabellaproj: Me 2. RT @Lilbrownhouse: I am so thankful to bigger bloggers out there who

reach out and help smaller/just starting out blogs. #crafterminds

9:16 pm beneathmyheart: @casabellaproj you are way too kind! #crafterminds

9:16 pm kassarie: Me 2! RT @Lilbrownhouse: I am so thankful to some of the bigger bloggers outthere who reach out and help smaller blogs. #crafterminds

9:16 pm jenjentrixie: Yes! RT @casabellaproj: @beneathmyheart Traci, you are amazing! No need tobe worried. Everyone LOVES you! :) #crafterminds

9:16 pm sandyalamode: great tip for bloggers! RT @hiyaluv @amschotter continue to write. visit other blogs and comment. be consistent and geniune #crafterminds

9:16 pm casabellaproj: RT @hiyaluv: @amschotter continue to write. visit other blogs and comment. beconsistent and geniune #crafterminds

9:16 pm Steph2Pigs: Good to know @theidearoom @myinsanity okay to repost same post to your blogaftr gst post? I think after a week or so...ask #crafterminds

9:16 pm theidearoom: RT agree RT @crafterminds: Another great idea for building your blog -requesting an interview from your fav bloggers. #crafterminds

9:16 pm dollarcraft: @myinsanity don't be shy about sharing a great project when you have one (youalways do!! ) #crafterminds

9:16 pm blueskiestweets: my networking plan involves link parties and sending submissions to relevant/similar sites #crafterminds

9:16 pm 25Design: This RT @Lilbrownhouse: I am so thankful to bigger bloggers out there whoreach out and help smaller/just starting out blogs. #crafterminds

9:16 pm marissamakes: @myinsanity I've had that same secret hope. It's tough to put yourself out there!#crafterminds

9:16 pm sheyb: True! RT @ jenjentrixie: Guest posting is a great way to be seen by new readers!#crafterminds

9:16 pm aisletoaloha: I love linky parties! But definitely good etiquette to visit the other blogs linked up &comment! Great way to meet bloggers! #crafterminds

9:16 pm taunitweets: Ditto! RT @Lilbrownhouse: Thankful to some of the bigger bloggers who reachout and help smaller/just starting out blogs. #crafterminds

9:16 pm crafterminds: If you do an interview with a big blogger and post it, they will likely mention it. Youcan get good traffic. #crafterminds

9:16 pm cottagemagpie: @amschotter Commenting and making new friends on new blogs alwaysincreases readership. That and great content. #crafterminds

9:16 pm TheThriftress: Sounds like we could match up guest bloggers with blogger who want guests!#crafterminds

9:16 pm FutureSub: ? about guest blogging - is it be tter to stay in your niche or open up to other sitesto widen your readership? #crafterminds

9:16 pm amschotter : what is the proper way to ask someone to guest blog? or to interview them onyour blog?? #crafterminds

9:16 pm mycottagecharm: RT @TheThriftress: Sounds like we could match up guest bloggers with blogger who want guests! #crafterminds sounds good to me!

9:16 pm cottagemagpie: YES! RT @hiyaluv @crafterminds: I would def initely build content before worryingabout giveaways. You need a solid foundation. #crafterminds

9:16 pm aunt_nette: @TheThriftress that's a great idea! #crafterminds


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9:17 pm giggleglitzglam: @crafterminds I like it! #crafterminds

9:17 pm Mandalynn96: RT @Lilbrownhouse: I am so thankful to some of the bigger bloggers out therewho reach out and help smaller/just starting out blogs. #crafterminds

9:17 pm taunitweets: @CraftProject What a fun site! I've never seen it before... #crafterminds

9:17 pm dollarcraft: Nothing is sadder than when you have a giveaway with only 6 comments! <-- askme how I know! #crafterminds

9:17 pm sheyb: @aisletoaloha hey lovely! #crafterminds

9:17 pm theidearoom: @beneathmyheart @casabellaproj I would love to have you guest post!#crafterminds

9:17 pm hiyaluv: i also love to mentor new blogs:) as your blog grows, be sure to do the same:)#crafterminds

9:17 pm dollarcraft: solid RT @blueskiestweets: my networking plan involves link parties and sendingsubmissions to relevant/ similar sites #crafterminds

9:17 pm creationzstudio: RT @TheThriftress: Sounds like we could match up guest bloggers with blogger who want guests! #crafterminds

9:17 pm beneathmyheart: @ jenjentrixie I {heart} u! #crafterminds

9:17 pm infarrantly: Sometimes we can't always feature stuff but we could always give you a FB or twitter shout out. Anyway to build traffic. #crafterminds

9:17 pm parresia: I am missing the party again... kid's homework... dinner prep! #crafterminds

9:17 pm clumsycrafter : RT @crafterminds: If you do an interview with a big blogger and post it, they willlikely mention it. You can get good traffic. #crafterminds

9:17 pm Lilbrownhouse: Killer combo! RT @cottagemagpie: @amschotter Commenting and making newfriends increases readership. That and great content. #crafterminds

9:17 pm mycottagecharm: Traci you can guest post for me anyday @beneathmyheart #crafterminds

9:17 pm bobalooKids: I think interviews would fit well on my blog - thanks for mentioning it! #crafterminds

9:17 pm dollarcraft: Great idea!! RT @TheThriftress: Sounds like we could match up guest bloggerswith blogger who want guests! #crafterminds

9:17 pm crafterminds: @amschotter - best bet is to send a nice and genuine e-mail and just ask

straightaway. I like it when ppl get to the point. #crafterminds

9:17 pm foodwinemodpodg: @dollarcraft I've had issues with that before too! Got to be careful who/whatyou're giving away. #crafterminds

9:17 pm PosyMosey: RT @amschotter : what is the proper way to ask someone to guest b log? or tointerview them on your blog?? #crafterminds

9:17 pm aisletoaloha: @sheyb alooooha! ;) fancy seeing you in here! ;) #crafterminds

9:17 pm kassarie: RT @hiyaluv: i also love to mentor new blogs:) as your blog grows, be sure to dothe same:) #crafterminds

9:18 pm clumsycrafter : RT @cottagemagpie: @amschotter Commenting and making new friends on newblogs always increases readership. #crafterminds (and gains f riends)

9:18 pm beneathmyheart: @theidearoom seriously? I'm there, baby! :) So honored. #crafterminds

9:18 pm infarrantly: That is what crafterminds is about RT @hiyaluv: i also love to mentor new blogs:)as your blog grows, be sure to do the same:) #crafterminds

9:18 pm taunitweets: Sure, but don't use someone for traffic! RT @crafterminds: If you do an interv w/a big blogger, they will likely mention it. #crafterminds

9:18 pm myinsanity: @dollarcraft Thanks Heather! I also think after completing project and blogging it,I'm sometimes out of steam to promote it. #crafterminds

9:18 pm my8kidsmom: Love this! RT @hiyaluv: i also love to mentor new blogs:) as your blog grows, besure to do the same:) #crafterminds

9:18 pm jenjentrixie: I love doing that too! RT @infarrantly: Sometimes we cant always feature stuff butcan give you a FB or twitter shout out. #crafterminds


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9:18 pm beneathmyheart: @mycottagecharm will do! :) talk later. #crafterminds

9:18 pm crafterminds: Don't do giveaways unless you believe in/like the product. You will erode trust if you just endorse everything. #crafterminds

9:18 pm niftyfoodie: Ooo...I love this #crafterminds tweet chat! Thanks for telling me about it@marissamakes!

9:18 pm infarrantly: My NY's blogging resolution is to mentor 2 smaller bloggers a month.#crafterminds

9:18 pm dollarcraft: RT @crafterminds best bet is to send a nice and genuine e-mail and just ask

straightaway. I like it when ppl get to the point #crafterminds

9:18 pm aisletoaloha: I'd love to be a mentor and be mentored! RT @hiyaluv i also love to mentor newblogs:) #crafterminds

9:18 pm cottagemagpie: SO true! And friends are so important! RT @clumsycrafter ...always increasesreadership (and gains friends)... #crafterminds

9:19 pm foodwinemodpodg: We should all do the same! RT @hiyaluv: i also love to mentor new blogs:) asyour blog grows, be sure to do the same:) #crafterminds

9:19 pm hiyaluv: <3 Love it! :) RT @infarrantly: My NYs blogging resolution is to mentor 2 smaller bloggers a month. #crafterminds

9:19 pm casabellaproj: You are so inspiring and kind! RT @infarrantly: My NYs blogging resolution is tomentor 2 smaller bloggers a month. #crafterminds

9:19 pm 30daysblog: I'm looking for people to guest blog on 30days too! #crafterminds

9:19 pm marissamakes: @niftyfoodie So glad you joined! :o) #crafterminds

9:19 pm dollarcraft: I would just send a quick email asking for an interview... almost NOBODY says no@PosyMosey: @amschotter : #crafterminds

9:19 pm kassarie: HOW NICE!!! RT @infarrantly: My NYs blogging resolution is to mentor 2 smaller bloggers a month. #crafterminds

9:19 pm beneathmyheart: @infarrantly You rock as a mentor! :) #crafterminds

9:19 pm theidearoom: @beneathmyheart Absolutely! I LOVE your blog...and your design style. Can youguest post from my house on project for me? :) #crafterminds

9:19 pm hiyaluv: <3 RT @aisletoaloha: Id love to be a mentor and be mentored! RT @hiyaluv i

also love to mentor new blogs:) #crafterminds

9:19 pm KidtoGrownUp: RT @taunitweets: Sure, but don't use someone for traffic! RT @crafterminds: If you do an interv w/ a big blogger, they will likely mention it. # crafterminds

9:19 pm myinsanity: RT @infarrantly: Sometimes we can't always feature stuff but we could alwaysgive you a FB or twitter shout out. Anyway to build traffic. # crafterminds

9:19 pm taunitweets: RT @crafterminds: Dont do giveaways unless you believe in/like the product. Youwill erode trust if you endorse everything. #crafterminds

9:19 pm hiyaluv: @30daysblog anytime:) #crafterminds

9:19 pm TheThriftress: Here's a Q...should every blogger have Facebook page..I'm considering it.#crafterminds

9:19 pm giggleglitzglam: I'd be really interested to know if there are any crafty bloggers in my area.

#crafterminds

9:19 pm lovefamandhome: @infarrantly I would love some mentoring or any feedback you could give me!#crafterminds

9:19 pm parresia: @casabellaproj @infarrantly ooh, mentor me, mentor me!!! :) #crafterminds

9:19 pm 30daysblog: ? that Beckie! So cool. RT @infarrantly My NY's blogging resolution is to mentor 2smaller bloggers a month. #crafterminds

9:19 pm attemptingaloha: @infarrantly How in the WORLD do you have time? #supermom #crafterminds

9:19 pm beneathmyheart: @30daysblog Add me to your list of guest bloggers. :) #crafterminds


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9:19 pm ThinkUrCrafty: SoThankful! RT @Lilbrownhouse: Thankful to some of the bigger b loggers whoreach out and help smaller/just starting out blogs. #crafterminds

9:19 pm amschotter : @dollarcraft thanks so much! :) #crafterminds

9:19 pm crafterminds: I do several interviews a month - I love it! #crafterminds

9:20 pm madiganmade: Jumpin in to join the #crafterminds chat today. Hiiii! ;)

9:20 pm dollarcraft: @myinsanity I understand! Sometimes I wait a few days/a week to promote apost that I think is good #crafterminds

9:20 pm sheyb: RT @crafterminds: Dont do giveaways unless you believe in/like the product. Youwill erode trust if you endorse everything. #crafterminds

9:20 pm casabellaproj: Ditto! :) RT @lovefamandhome: @infarrantly I would love some mentoring or anyfeedback you could give me! #crafterminds

9:20 pm jenjentrixie: I love to have guest bloggers and spotlight people :) #crafterminds

9:20 pm condoblues: @crafterminds @amschotter Just make sure that you're asking 2 guest on blogthat fits your niche.I get splogs looking 4 links #crafterminds

9:20 pm mycottagecharm: RT @beneathmyheart: @30daysblog Add me to your list of guest bloggers. :)#crafterminds sounds fun!

9:20 pm creationzstudio: RT @dollarcraft: I would just send a quick email asking for an interview... almostNOBODY says no @PosyMosey: @amschotter : #crafterminds

9:20 pm my8kidsmom: That would be great fun! RT @30daysblog: I'm looking for people to guest blogon 30days too! #crafterminds

9:20 pm kassarie: @giggleglitzglam Where's your area?? #crafterminds

9:20 pm foodwinemodpodg: How big to be first? RT @TheThriftress: Heres a Q...should every blogger haveFacebook page..Im considering it. #crafterminds

9:20 pm myinsanity: @infarrantly True! I had a huge spike in traffic when Kim from The TomKatStudios linked to my Brooklyn Baby Shower on FB! #crafterminds

9:20 pm casabellaproj: RT @30daysblog: I'm looking for people to guest blog on 30days too!#crafterminds

9:20 pm aunt_nette: What would the "mentoring" be about? blog, crafts, sell ? #crafterminds

9:20 pm theidearoom: Love that idea!! RT @infarrantly: My NYs blogg ing resolution is to mentor 2smaller bloggers a month. #crafterminds

9:20 pm crafterminds: I'm starting to mentor someone this month - I'm so excited! #crafterminds

9:20 pm CraftProject: @foodwinemodpodg @crafterminds I've been considering starting a podcastassociated with my blog so that I could interview more #crafterminds

9:20 pm sheyb: @TheThriftress I don't think it's a must to have a Facebook page. I think it's apreference thing. #crafterminds

9:20 pm FabricShoppe: Whoa this #crafterminds feed is going soo fast! Love it though!

9:21 pm Lilbrownhouse: Does anyone else despair over too few comments on a post? #crafterminds

9:21 pm giggleglitzglam: @hiyaluv @aisletoaloha I'd love to be mentored, but not really up to mentoringyet. I can barely figure this out somedays. #crafterminds

9:21 pm thesickchick: @craftproject -- POdcasts are wonderful. Let me know if you need help, I've beeninvolved with many :) #crafterminds

9:21 pm hiyaluv: @FabricShoppe hi and welcome:) #crafterminds

9:21 pm taunitweets: You are very generous with your features! RT @ jenjentrixie: I love to have guestbloggers and spotlight people :) #crafterminds

9:21 pm crafterminds: My next tip is to start a Facebook page - but like @dollarcraft mentioned, youneed content first #crafterminds

9:21 pm cottagemagpie: Invite a new talent to guest post on your blog. It helps them and you both. RT@foodwinemodpodg @hiyaluvRT mentor new blogs:) #crafterminds


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9:21 pm sheyb: Where is everyone located? I'm in Arizona #crafterminds

9:21 pm ThinkUrCrafty: RT @FabricShoppe: Whoa this #crafterminds feed is going soo fast! Love itthough! #crafterminds

9:21 pm utahchemnrd: @theidearoom You've helped me a ton, Amy! #crafterminds

9:21 pm creationzstudio: can't wait for the transcript on this!..super fast!! #crafterminds

9:21 pm marissamakes: I'd love a local network too! RT @giggleglitzglam: Id be really interested to knowif there are any crafty bloggers in my area #crafterminds

9:21 pm RockABow: Hi I am Kristen with Rock-A-Bow. Joining in late #crafterminds

9:21 pm theidearoom: RT @crafterminds: Dont do giveaways unless you believe in/like the product. Youwill erode trust if you endorse everything. #crafterminds

9:21 pm FabricShoppe: Thank you! @hiyaluv #crafterminds

9:21 pm casabellaproj: Jen, you rock at this. Seriously. :) RT @ jenjentrixie: I love to have guest bloggersand spotlight people :) #crafterminds

9:21 pm mycottagecharm: RT @Lilbrownhouse: Does anyone else despair over too few comments on apost? #crafterminds I just look at stats..make sure I have readers!:)

9:21 pm hiyaluv: it takes time. slow & steady wins the race:) RT @giggleglitzglam: @hiyaluv@aisletoaloha #crafterminds

9:21 pm giggleglitzglam: @dollarcraft Do you have a post that I could look at of an interview? What does itentail? #crafterminds

9:21 pm taunitweets: @sheyb @TheThriftress I agree with Shey...although it does open you up a wholenew group of readers... #crafterminds

9:21 pm PosyMosey: @FabricShoppe I know! It's crazy! just do your bestand read the transcript later tocatch what you missed! #crafterminds

9:21 pm aunt_nette: RT @sheyb: Where is everyone located? FLORIDA #crafterminds

9:21 pm beneathmyheart: I've seen my page views on my blog go up since I started linking my posts onFacebook. #crafterminds

9:21 pm kassarie: Arizona too! RT @sheyb: Where is everyone located? Im in Arizona#crafterminds

9:21 pm tabbiecat77: West Virginia RT @sheyb: Where is everyone located? Im in Arizona#crafterminds

9:22 pm lovefamandhome: @Lilbrownhouse I do! Bums me out when I work so hard on a post and only get 2comments, or no comments for that matter! #crafterminds

9:22 pm cottagemagpie: @crafterminds It's an old saw but bears repeating: Content, content, content isKING. Always top priority. #crafterminds

9:22 pm TheThriftress: Yes! Esp when I love the project!RT @Lilbrownhouse: Does anyone else despair over too few comments on a post? #crafterminds

9:22 pm thesickchick: @marissamakes -- Absolutely! I am in the process of moving to Sydney, Australiaand want to meet more locals! #crafterminds

9:22 pm Lilbrownhouse: Little ole Idaho! RT @sheyb: Where is everyone located? Im in Arizona#crafterminds

9:22 pm marissamakes: I'm in South Florida. #crafterminds

9:22 pm niftyfoodie: I'm located in Louisiana! #crafterminds

9:22 pm crafterminds: A FB page can be a great compliment to the blog. I t's an easy way for FB'rs toaccess your content. It's in my top 10 referral #crafterminds

9:22 pm amschotter : @mycottagecharm @Lilbrownhouse i do :-/ #crafterminds

9:22 pm myinsanity: @30daysblog I'd love to guest blog for you sometime! #crafterminds

9:22 pm FabricShoppe: Good idea! @PosyMosey #crafterminds


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9:22 pm aisletoaloha: RT @hiyaluv: it takes time. slow & steady wins the race:) RT @giggleglitzglam:@hiyaluv @aisletoaloha #crafterminds

9:22 pm parresia: @crafterminds do you ever do a giveaway of your own handmade stuff???#crafterminds

9:22 pm 30daysblog: Will def initely get in touch with all you. Thanks girls! :) @mycottagecharm@beneathmyheart @my8kidsmom #crafterminds

9:22 pm attemptingaloha: @kassarie Oahu! #crafterminds

9:22 pm infarrantly: Absolutely RT @beneathmyheart: Ive seen my page views on my blog go up

since I started linking my posts on Facebook. #crafterminds

9:22 pm clumsycrafter : Texas #crafterminds

9:22 pm dollarcraft: RE: Facebook page -- yes! You should have at least the main kinds of accounts -FB, twitter & possibly others like YouTube. #crafterminds

9:22 pm taunitweets: Me too. RT @beneathmyheart: Ive seen my page views on my blog go up since Istarted linking my posts on Facebook. #crafterminds

9:22 pm beneathmyheart: The beautiful state of Kentucky! #crafterminds

9:22 pm tabbiecat77: I'm just thrilled if I ge t any comments at all at this point. :-D #crafterminds

9:22 pm PosyMosey: I'm in St. Louis, MO #crafterminds

9:22 pm cottagemagpie: @lovefamandhome Many bloggers respond to comments with comments, so getout there and comment to get comments back. #crafterminds

9:22 pm theidearoom: awww thanks! Hope so...RT @utahchemnrd: Youve helped me a ton, Amy!#crafterminds

9:22 pm sheyb: And you do an excellent job at it! xo RT @ jenjentrixie: I love to have guestbloggers and spotlight people :) #crafterminds

9:22 pm mycottagecharm: RT @beneathmyheart: I've seen my page views on my blog go up since I startedlinking my posts on Facebook. #crafterminds TOTALLY agree!

9:22 pm ChristineUrias: I am in Toronto!! #crafterminds

9:22 pm CraftaholicAnon: I love my FB page. I have fun chats with fans #crafterminds

9:22 pm crafterminds: I also offer content on my FB page I don't on my blog - it's an added bonus to find

me there #crafterminds

9:22 pm kassarie: @theidearoom Amy's reader list on her sidebar got me SO many new hits fromher blog!!! #crafterminds

9:23 pm 30daysblog: @myinsanity Done. Thanks! ;) {Loving this!!! } #crafterminds

9:23 pm cottagemagpie: @Lilbrownhouse Oregon, here! #crafterminds

9:23 pm foodwinemodpodg: @crafterminds How big do you need to be though before jumping into FB?Would be sad to have 6 FB "likes" #crafterminds

9:23 pm my8kidsmom: @Lilbrownhouse I do :). I feel I need a better way of judging who is reading.#crafterminds

9:23 pm amschotter : i plan on commenting more. i always read all the blogs i follow, but i know i needto actually leave some love! <3 #crafterminds

9:23 pm creationzstudio: @tabbiecat77 @sheyb california #crafterminds

9:23 pm dollarcraft: make sure you also have RSS feed, email subscription, and newsletter if you can#crafterminds

9:23 pm thesickchick: Me too! I've been too lax as a blogger... RT @tabbiecat77: I'm just thrilled if I getany comments at all at this point. :-D #crafterminds

9:23 pm infarrantly: I think FB is more important than tiwtter. Most readers are on FB but not all are ontwitter #crafterminds

9:23 pm PosyMosey: RT @tabbiecat77: Im just thrilled if I get any comments at all at this point. :-D#crafterminds


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9:23 pm aisletoaloha: I'm in Hawaii! :) But originally from MD. RT @sheyb Where is everyone located?#crafterminds

9:23 pm ShinyDesigns: I do a series called True Stories where I tell a creative business' story "magazinestyle" It's been really popular at TAB #crafterminds

9:23 pm amschotter : Indiana...woo #crafterminds

9:23 pm casabellaproj: I think having a Facebook page for your blog (WITH a landing page) is a brilliantmove. #crafterminds

9:23 pm kristananne: Suburbs of Houston TX #crafterminds

9:23 pm clumsycrafter : I'm f ighting getting a FB page. really on the fence about it #crafterminds

9:23 pm ElizabethRevels: Has anyone noticed youtube being benificial #crafterminds #crafterminds

9:23 pm blueskiestweets: @cottagemagpie Have to remember this one and make sure I stick to it myself #crafterminds

9:23 pm Lilbrownhouse: Ditto!RT @infarrantly: RT @beneathmyheart: Ive seen my page views o blog goup since I started linking my posts on Facebook. #crafterminds

9:23 pm casabellaproj: Agreed! RT @infarrantly: I think FB is more important than tiwtter. Most readersare on FB but not all are on twitter # crafterminds

9:23 pm hiyaluv: @parresia @crafterminds yes, when i first started my shop:) I am in Delaware#crafterminds

9:23 pm crafterminds: RT @casabellaproj: I think having a Facebook page for your blog (WITH alanding page) is a brilliant move. #crafterminds

9:23 pm beneathmyheart: agree!RT @infarrantly: I think FB is more important than tiwtter. Most readers areon FB but not all are on twitter # crafterminds

9:23 pm taunitweets: @infarrantly Really? I get about twice the traffic from Twitter even though I havemore "friends" on FB. #crafterminds

9:23 pm dollarcraft: People visit your blog maybe once a day, but are on FB all day long... post 3-4links a day, and they are seeing you 4x a day! #crafterminds

9:23 pm infarrantly: My fans rock. If I ever have a question I post it there and usually my readers givegreat advice. #crafterminds

9:23 pm CraftaholicAnon: @sheyb I'm in va #crafterminds

9:23 pm bobalooKids: Me too! RT @amschotter : Indiana...woo #crafterminds

9:23 pm mycottagecharm: why have so many blogs gone to RSS feed instead of followers #crafterminds

9:23 pm kristananne: Dont even know where to start RT @dollarcraft: make sure you also have RSSfeed, email subscription, and newsletter if you can #crafterminds

9:23 pm giggleglitzglam: I'm in Dallas! #crafterminds

9:23 pm my8kidsmom: @thesickchick Ahhh podcasts! I am hoping to get one going sometime soon#crafterminds

9:24 pm jenjentrixie: I love using my FB page to spotlight projects I love and new blogs. #crafterminds

9:24 pm cottagemagpie: And me! RT @taunitweets: Me too. RT @beneathmyheart: ...page views on myblog go up ...linking my posts on Facebook. #crafterminds

9:24 pm lovefamandhome: @cottagemagpie @lovefamandhome been trying to do more of that! :)#crafterminds

9:24 pm crafterminds: Don't focus on the number of comments. Your quality of posts and stats areimportant. #crafterminds

9:24 pm sheyb: I have also been asked to be a mentor for new businesses. I'm considering it.#crafterminds

9:24 pm theidearoom: I did when just starting...got 14 comments RT @parresia: do you ever do agiveaway of your own handmade stuff??? #crafterminds

9:24 pm aunt_nette: I only giveaway my handmade stuff RT @parresia: @crafterminds do you ever doa giveaway of your own handmade stuff??? #crafterminds


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9:24 pm sheyb: @CraftaholicAnon Hey you! :) #crafterminds

9:24 pm jenjentrixie: I am in Salt Lake City :) #crafterminds

9:24 pm Lilbrownhouse: My overall traffic went up when I put links to my Facebook and Twitter on my blogsite. #crafterminds

9:24 pm thesickchick: @my8kidsmom -- The more the merrier! Let me know if you need any help :)#crafterminds

9:24 pm my8kidsmom: #crafterminds I am in Michigan

9:24 pm dollarcraft: I don't have a very active commenting community on Dollar Store Crafts, butTONS of interaction on our FB page #crafterminds

9:24 pm casabellaproj: My FB likes on my other blog FB page skyrocketed after I added a landing page.#crafterminds

9:24 pm FabricShoppe: Facebook probably isn't for everyone but it has been HUGE for us! #crafterminds

9:24 pm hiyaluv: RT @dollarcraft: People visit your blog maybe once a day, but are on FB all daylong... post 3-4 links a day they see u 4x day #crafterminds

9:24 pm jenjentrixie: I started out doing my own giveaways and then companies started contacting me.#crafterminds

9:24 pm taunitweets: I am in SLC too :) #crafterminds

9:24 pm infarrantly: RT @ jenjentrixie: I love using my FB page to spotlight projects I love and newblogs. #crafterminds

9:24 pm casabellaproj: RT @dollarcraft: I dont have a very active commenting community on Dollar StoreCrafts, but TONS of interaction on our FB page #crafterminds

9:24 pm crafterminds: The craft map is a great place to list your blog - and find other bloggers in your area #crafterminds

9:25 pm aunt_nette: this is going way too fast to see... any Florida peeps, @ me. I wanna follow!#crafterminds

9:25 pm theidearoom: with FB i get a little more persoanl interaction with fans and share stuff fromeverydayhome life.. #crafterminds

9:25 pm RockABow: In Orange County CA #crafterminds

9:25 pm clumsycrafter : now you are all talking me into a FB page! #crafterminds

9:25 pm thesickchick: #crafterminds -- I am in North Carolina for a few months. But I visit every year for weeks on end, so would love to meet more locals!

9:25 pm cottagemagpie: Great tip -- I share "Behind the SCenes" stuff for example RT @crafterminds:...offer content on my FB page I don't on my blog #crafterminds

9:25 pm sheyb: @Lilbrownhouse Yes. Sometimes I get sad if I don't get many comments. but Iknow people are viewing, so it's not so bad. #crafterminds

9:25 pm hiyaluv: RT @crafterminds: Dont focus on the number of comments. Your quality of postsand stats are important. #crafterminds

9:25 pm casabellaproj: I'm f rom Sweet Home Alabama. :) #crafterminds

9:25 pm myinsanity: RT @dollarcraft: People visit your blog maybe once a day, but are on FB all day

long... post 3-4 links a day, and they are seeing you 4x a day! #crafterminds

9:25 pm TheThriftress: ok NY resolution: start FB page! #crafterminds

9:25 pm kristananne: thx for the tip! RT @crafterminds: The craft map is a great place to list your blog -and find other bloggers in your area #crafterminds

9:25 pm sandyalamode: @hiyaluv @sheyb how do i join in on #crafterminds?? would love to participate!!

9:25 pm PosyMosey: @casabellaproj ok, what is a landing page? #crafterminds

9:25 pm cottagemagpie: @clumsycrafter Good! FB is definitely a great resource! #crafterminds

9:25 pm ElizabethRevels: @dollarcraft should you use different fb pages for blog and business#crafterminds


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9:25 pm crafterminds: My Facebook page grows by 200 members every week at a minimum. It'samazing! #crafterminds

9:25 pm dollarcraft: yes! & feature links I don't have time to on my site RT @ jenjentrixie: I love usingmy FB page to spotlight projects I love # crafterminds

9:25 pm jenjentrixie: That is my fav part! RT @theidearoom: with FB i get a little more persoanlinteraction with fans .. #crafterminds

9:25 pm thesickchick: Where is this? RT @crafterminds: The craft map is a great place to list your blog -and find other bloggers in your area #crafterminds

9:25 pm beneathmyheart: @casabellaproj I don't know if I have a FB landing page, do I? #crafterminds

9:25 pm kristananne: RT @PosyMosey: @casabellaproj ok, what is a landing page? #crafterminds

9:26 pm mycottagecharm: oohh, what is the craft map #crafterminds

9:26 pm kassarie: @ jenjentrixie Giving away your own handmade things??? #crafterminds

9:26 pm parresia: wow, i don't even know what to put on my facebook page, although I do have one#whimsicalwords #crafterminds

9:26 pm madiganmade: Where is that? online? RT @crafterminds: The craft map is a great place to listyour blog #crafterminds

9:26 pm ThinkUrCrafty: what is landing page?RT casabellaproj: I think having a Facebook page for your blog (WITH a landing page) is a brilliant move. #crafterminds

9:26 pm DespairBot: RT @mycottagecharm: RT @Lilbrownhouse: Does anyone else despair over toofew comments on a post? #crafterminds I just look at stats.....

9:26 pm CraftProject: @30daysblog I'll blog for you #crafterminds

9:26 pm parresia: RT @kristananne: RT @PosyMosey: @casabellaproj ok, what is a landing page?#crafterminds

9:26 pm hiyaluv: @sandyalamode @hiyaluv @sheyb you already are:) use the hashtag#crafterminds. go to tweetchat.com it is easier to follow #crafterminds

9:26 pm jenjentrixie: @sandyalamode Come in through Tweet Chat with hashtag #crafterminds :)#crafterminds

9:26 pm aisletoaloha: I have a FB page for my Etsy shop, post blog links on there & get lots of traffic!Love it! #crafterminds

9:26 pm my8kidsmom: @thesickchick Thank! When I am ready I am going to take you up on that.#crafterminds

9:26 pm hiyaluv: @madiganmade hey luv:) #crafterminds

9:26 pm aunt_nette: about facebook. I built mine b/4 my b log, and I understand you can't have two FBpgs, right? I'd like to keep separate #crafterminds

9:26 pm dollarcraft: @ElizabethRevels I would set up a dedicated page for anything that is distinct -have 3-4 of them, one for each blog #crafterminds

9:26 pm crafterminds: I've found bloggers in my area: http://thecraftmap.blogspot.com/ #crafterminds

9:26 pm taunitweets: Great ideaRT @cottagemagpie: I share "Behind the Scenes" stuff RT@crafterminds: ...offer content on my FB page I dont on blog #crafterminds

9:27 pm my8kidsmom: Landing page? pls explain RT @casabellaproj: My FB likes on my other blog FBpage skyrocketed after I added a landing page. #crafterminds

9:27 pm madiganmade: Hi back, dear! RT @hiyaluv: @madiganmade hey luv:) #crafterminds

9:27 pm dollarcraft: @sandyalamode http://tweetchat.com/room/crafterminds#crafterminds

9:27 pm parresia: I have a FB page, but don't get a lot of traffic... how do I build it up? #crafterminds

9:27 pm carissa_marie: I'm outside of Portland, OR. Lots of fun crafters and knitting talent here#crafterminds

9:27 pm cottagemagpie: @aunt_nette You CAN have multiple FB pages, just not multiple FB accounts thatattach to a prof ile. #crafterminds


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9:27 pm CraftProject: @TheSickChick @crafterminds I've never heard of the craft map before - have tocheck it out #crafterminds

9:27 pm FabricShoppe: I definitely keep my business and personal facebook very seperate!#crafterminds

9:27 pm clumsycrafter : RT @aunt_nette: about facebook. I built mine b/4 my blog, and I understand youcan't have two FB pgs, right? #crafterminds really? not 2?

9:27 pm aunt_nette: Cool - THNX! RT @crafterminds: Ive found bloggers in my area:http://thecraftmap.blogspot.com/ #crafterminds

9:27 pm dollarcraft: @aunt_nette I would set up a FB FAN page for your blog #crafterminds

9:27 pm mycottagecharm: I have my facebook page (private) then have a business page for my blog#crafterminds

9:27 pm SerenityNowGirl: Good afternoon, crafty ladies! :) #crafterminds

9:27 pm myinsanity: @marissamakes @PartyStartMe Good to know I'm not alone in this!#crafterminds

9:27 pm ThinkUrCrafty: I'm in the Salt Lake Area too! #crafterminds

9:27 pm theidearoom: Never seen this thanks! RT @crafterminds: Ive found bloggers in my area:http://thecraftmap.blogspot.com/ #crafterminds

9:27 pm CraftaholicAnon: @sheyb hola! Chiming in on *my first* #crafterminds chat :)

9:27 pm crafterminds: An article about how and when to approach bloggers: http://blogsessive.com/blogging-tips/networking-tips/ #crafterminds

9:27 pm madiganmade: Good ? RT @parresia: I have a FB page, but dont get a lot of traffic... how do Ibuild it up? #crafterminds

9:27 pm dollarcraft: @carissa_marie Hey friend! #crafterminds

9:27 pm infarrantly: RT @FabricShoppe: I definitely keep my business and personal facebook veryseperate! #crafterminds

9:27 pm amschotter : any suggestions on how to promote your blog to get more followers??...:)#crafterminds

9:27 pm FabricShoppe: I am in a very snowy Minnesota! #crafterminds

9:28 pm ElizabethRevels: @dollarcraft it is kind of dis tinct but I have been using the blog to promote my@ETSY shop. The idea behind each is unique #crafterminds

9:28 pm kassarie: I have a personal FB page, and one for my business... No blog page yet... butmaybe in the New Year. #crafterminds

9:28 pm aunt_nette: OH! That helps! Thnx RT @cottagemagpie: just not multiple FB accounts thatattach to a prof ile. #crafterminds

9:28 pm blueskiestweets: RT @parresia: RT @kristananne: RT @PosyMosey: @casabellaproj ok, what is alanding page? #crafterminds

9:28 pm RockABow: This year my goal is to expand my blog. Only have 26 followers. Anysuggestions? #crafterminds #crafterminds

9:28 pm jenjentrixie: Post regularly with links to great ideas -- not just your own.RT @parresia: I have aFB page, but dont get a lot of traffic. #crafterminds

9:28 pm CraftaholicAnon: #crafterminds how do u create a landing page for Fb?

9:28 pm Mandalynn96: O-H-I-O :) #crafterminds

9:28 pm cottagemagpie: @madiganmade As always, compelling content rules. Also, ask your fansquestions, invite them to respond in kind. #crafterminds

9:28 pm theidearoom: Me too :0 course you already knew that! RT @ThinkUrCrafty: Im in the Salt LakeArea too! #crafterminds

9:28 pm thesickchick: Cool! Will go on it soon!l! RT @crafterminds: I've found bloggers in my area:http://bit.ly/hxCz3B #crafterminds

9:28 pm CraftProject: @sheyb @Lilbrownhouse same thing for me #crafterminds


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9:28 pm FutureSub: Ooo, this looks cool. Thanks. RT @crafterminds: Ive found bloggers in my area:http://thecraftmap.blogspot.com/ #crafterminds

9:28 pm SerenityNowGirl: @amschotter Comment on other blogs with thoughtfulness and readers will cometo check you out. :) #crafterminds

9:28 pm amschotter : @bobalooKids w00t w00t! #crafterminds

9:28 pm taunitweets: I find that people access both my personal and blog FB accounts...I just managemy personal privacy settings, keep them tight #crafterminds

9:28 pm kassarie: @amschotter Link up to other linky parties with your ideas. #crafterminds

9:28 pm dollarcraft: To build up FB page: have the widget w/the faces on your sidebar, be sure tomake your FB page worth following (w/good links) #crafterminds

9:28 pm foodwinemodpodg: @RockABow Link parties did the trick for me! #crafterminds

9:28 pm ElizabethRevels: in the sense that one is lifestyle and one is retail #crafterminds

9:29 pm sandyalamode: Hi #crafterminds! I 'm originally from Michigan, but now work/live in Kansas City,MO! #crafterminds

9:29 pm parresia: how much does your giveaway need to be worth? #crafterminds

9:29 pm giggleglitzglam: Do you use a different facebook profile or do you just do a group/business thatpeople like? #crafterminds

9:29 pm CraftProject: @crafterminds that's amazing - congratulations! #crafterminds

9:29 pm casabellaproj: A landing page is a page that 1st time visitors will see. http://www.facebook.com/myblessedlife.net Click "welcome" #crafterminds

9:29 pm theidearoom: Jen is awesome at this! RT @ jenjentrixie: Post regularly with links to great ideas --not just your own. #crafterminds

9:29 pm jenjentrixie: Linky parties can bring you tons of traffic. RT @kassarie: @amschotter Link up toother linky parties with your ideas. #crafterminds

9:29 pm hiyaluv: @sandyalamode yay! #crafterminds

9:29 pm dollarcraft: p.s. anyone who is hesitant to promote other bloggers/projects on your blog/FB --get OVER IT! Best way to build yourself up #crafterminds

9:29 pm TheThriftress: trying to cook, keep an eye on the kids and keep up! #crafterminds

9:29 pm Steph2Pigs: I like fun/different posts on FB than on blog RT @cottagemagpie @crafterminds:...offer content on FB I don't on my blog #crafterminds .

9:29 pm lovefamandhome: All of my blog posts post to facebook thru network blogs, but do not have afacebook page for my site. Do I need one? #crafterminds

9:29 pm aisletoaloha: Yes! Commenting is big! RT @SerenityNowGirl@amschotter Comment on other blogs with thoughtfulness :) #crafterminds

9:29 pm giggleglitzglam: @dollarcraft I can't manage to feed my b log through my facebook. Tricks?#crafterminds

9:29 pm mycottagecharm: my traffic picked up quite a bit after @theletteredcottage and @southernrhodaChristmas linky party #crafterminds

9:29 pm cottagemagpie: Def don't forget to put the FB and Twitter info on your blog!!! RT @dollarcraft: FB:

have the widget w/the faces on sidebar #crafterminds

9:29 pm amschotter : @kassarie how do you get involved with linky parties??? :) #crafterminds i'd loveto give it a try!

9:29 pm casabellaproj: My other landing page is here: http://www.facebook.com/thecasabellaproject?v=app_4949752878&ref=ts #crafterminds

9:29 pm crafterminds: Visit me to see an example of the FB widget - people can LIKE your FB pageright from ur blog http://www.modpodgerocksblog.com #crafterminds

9:29 pm 30daysblog: Anyone else from the L.A. area? #crafterminds #crafterminds

9:30 pm smshedpncarrots: Ah nards! I totally missed the chat today!!! #crafterminds


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9:30 pm hiyaluv: yes networked blogs is good:) love it. #crafterminds

9:30 pm dollarcraft: There's no golden ticket to growing your blog/FB/follower count. You have to buildperson by person, day by day. #crafterminds

9:30 pm ThinkUrCrafty: I forget that I even have a blog FB page a lot of the time. Should probably changethat. #crafterminds

9:30 pm giggleglitzglam: @dollarcraft I love blogging about others! #crafterminds

9:30 pm mycottagecharm: anyone from KY #crafterminds

9:30 pm RockABow: Just linked up to a linky party for the first time today. :) RT @foodwinemodpodg:@RockABow Link parties did the trick for me! #crafterminds

9:30 pm hiyaluv: alright friends. must go:( have a good one! nice chatting! #crafterminds

9:30 pm 30daysblog: @casabellaproj How did you do your FB landing page? Love it! #crafterminds#crafterminds

9:30 pm amschotter : @hiyaluv how do you typically respond to follower comments???? #crafterminds

9:30 pm FabricShoppe: RT @dollarcraft: There's no golden ticket to growing your blog/FB/follower count.build person by person, day by day. #crafterminds

9:30 pm casabellaproj: @giggleglitzglam Do you use Networked Blogs? #crafterminds

9:30 pm jenjentrixie: Let's support each other! RT @dollarcraft: p.s. anyone who is hesitant to promoteother bloggerson your blog/FB get OVER IT! #crafterminds

9:30 pm cottagemagpie: YES! RT @dollarcraft: There's no golden ticket to growing ... You have to buildperson by person, day by day. #crafterminds

9:30 pm ElizabethRevels: i'm having trouble with making myself post more. but i am thinking featuring other bloggers and crafters might help #crafterminds

9:30 pm infarrantly: RT @dollarcraft: Theres no golden ticket to growing your blog/FB/follower count.You have to build person by personday by day #crafterminds

9:30 pm SerenityNowGirl: RT @dollarcraft: Theres no golden ticket to growing yr blog/FB/follower count.You have 2 build person by person, day by day. #crafterminds

9:30 pm taunitweets: small connected group is sometimes better than hundreds. RT@RockABow: Thisyear my goal is to expand. Only have 26 followers. #crafterminds

9:30 pm theidearoom: Multitasking at its finest! RT @TheThriftress: trying to cook, keep an eye on thekids and keep up! #crafterminds

9:30 pm Lilbrownhouse: Yes!! RT @dollarcraft:no golden ticket to growing your blog/FB/follower count.You have to build person by person, day by day. #crafterminds

9:30 pm sheyb: I have a FB Fan Page and a regular FB page. I use my FB fan page a little, notmy personal FB page ever. ;) #crafterminds

9:30 pm dollarcraft: @giggleglitzglam There's that Networking Blogs thing that works w/FB. Ipersonally don't have a feed onto FB #crafterminds

9:31 pm kassarie: @amschotter I have a list on my blog of some that i particpate in... Just searchand find some you like. Then link up! #crafterminds

9:31 pm giggleglitzglam: @casabellaproj I don't know? Is that bad? #crafterminds

9:31 pm my8kidsmom: @casabellaproj Thx! I am going to have to google a how to on that one#crafterminds

9:31 pm taunitweets: @RockABow Congrats! #crafterminds

9:31 pm casabellaproj: I engage my FB audience every single day. It's made a big difference.#crafterminds

9:31 pm ThinkUrCrafty: I'm s tarting one on SYTYC this week so everyone can play along. RT:@RockABow Link parties did the trick for me! #crafterminds

9:31 pm sandyalamode: @amschotter i do have giveaways but always make sure to have my own originalcontent! #crafterminds


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9:31 pm hiyaluv: @amschotter @hiyaluv reply to the comment itself. and try to find their blog andcomment on their blog:) #crafterminds

9:31 pm madiganmade: My blog grew b/c of many of u gals! Thx! RT @dollarcraft: ps hesitant to promoteother bloggerson Ur blog/FB? - get OVER IT! #crafterminds

9:31 pm dollarcraft: @giggleglitzglam I personally don't have a feed onto FB bc of intellectualproperty (FB's terms of service is sketchy) #crafterminds

9:31 pm FabricShoppe: RT @casabellaproj: I engage my FB audience every single day. It's made a bigdifference. #crafterminds

9:31 pm foodwinemodpodg: Link party pages - Lots of us have them. I've got all mine in one place on my blog!@amschotter @kassarie #crafterminds

9:31 pm crafterminds: Expect to g row slowly at first. Have a lot of patience. Each follower is meaningful.#crafterminds

9:31 pm sheyb: @CraftaholicAnon me too! #crafterminds

9:31 pm theidearoom: Same RT @sheyb: I have a FB Fan Page and a regular FB page. I use my FB fanpage a little, not my personal FB page ever. ;) #crafterminds

9:31 pm aunt_nette: RT @casabellaproj: just "liked" you on FB #crafterminds

9:31 pm aisletoaloha: What's the best way to respond to comments? Email? Follow up comment?comment on their blog? #crafterminds

9:31 pm casabellaproj: @giggleglitzglam HA! You can set up your feed through Networked Blogs to postautomatically to your FB page. :) #crafterminds

9:31 pm thesickchick: #crafterminds -- I know we're all interested in the FB eyeballs but don't ignoretwitter either, we have a great community right here! :)

9:31 pm clumsycrafter : RT @crafterminds: Expect to grow slowly at first. Have a lot of patience. Eachfollower is meaningful. #crafterminds

9:31 pm TheThriftress: @theidearoom You got it! #crafterminds

9:31 pm dollarcraft: @giggleglitzglam I just link to my blog posts on my FB fan page daily (or whenever I think of it) #crafterminds

9:31 pm myinsanity: I'm almost getting burned out on linky parties. So many parties, everyone linking,nobody reading? #crafterminds

9:31 pm SerenityNowGirl: @ElizabethRevels I think promoting others is GREAT, but u also need 2 b surenot to turn your blog into re-posts... #crafterminds

9:31 pm CraftaholicAnon: #crafterminds I think giveaways should be at least $25 in value. Make it worthentering.

9:31 pm lizardnladybug: agreed! dollarcraft hesitant to promote other bloggers/projects on your blog/FB --get OVER IT! #crafterminds #crafterminds

9:31 pm Lilbrownhouse: I email RT @aisletoaloha: Whats the best way to respond to comments? Email?Follow up comment? comment on their blog? #crafterminds

9:32 pm sandyalamode: @amschotter @hiyaluv i respond to follower comments either through commentson their blog or through email! #crafterminds

9:32 pm eileensideways: @SmshedPNCarrots it's just started #crafterminds

9:32 pm crafterminds: We did a Twitter chat on comments a few weeks ago: http://tinyurl.com/29kedc9Visit her for comment tips and tricks. #crafterminds

9:32 pm kassarie: RT @foodwinemodpodg: Link party pages - Lots of us have them. Ive got allmine in one place on my blog! @amschotter @kassarie #crafterminds

9:32 pm CraftProject: @RockABow tie it to your Facebook and Twitter...and post more often (I justchallenged myself to post daily in 2011) #crafterminds

9:32 pm sheyb: @aisletoaloha Comment on their blog, I say. Or respond to the comment viaemail. #crafterminds

9:32 pm my8kidsmom: @dollarcraft Agreed! My business is never hurt by helping someone else pay itforward #crafterminds


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9:32 pm SerenityNowGirl: ...unless your blog is dedicated to showcasing others #crafterminds

9:32 pm mycottagecharm: I comment directly on their blog, or email if they don't have a blog. #crafterminds

9:32 pm JenClark74: Holding a very colicky 2-month old and trying to keep up - great tips - loving thischat as always!! #crafterminds

9:32 pm parresia: RT @aisletoaloha: What's the best way to respond to comments? Email? Followup comment? comment on their blog? #crafterminds

9:32 pm ElizabethRevels: RT @dollarcraft: @giggleglitzglam I personally dont have a feed onto FB bc of int. property (FBs terms of service is sketchy) #crafterminds

9:32 pm hiyaluv: i do any:) RT @aisletoaloha: Whats the best way to respond to comments?Email? Follow up comment? comment on their blog? #crafterminds

9:32 pm infarrantly: Let's continue to have the crafting niche be a positive place. Stick up for oneanother, encourage and help each other. #crafterminds

9:32 pm dollarcraft: @smshedpncarrots we're still chatting! xoxo #crafterminds

9:32 pm TheThriftress: Email if enabled in profileRT @aisletoaloha: Whats the best way to respond tocomments? #crafterminds

9:32 pm cottagemagpie: Me, too! RT @theidearoom: Same RT @sheyb: ...I use my FB fan page a little,not my personal FB page ever. ;) #crafterminds

9:32 pm casabellaproj: @dollarcrafts I've heard that manual linking is even better than auto feed...for FB

page. #crafterminds

9:32 pm hiyaluv: RT @sheyb: @aisletoaloha Comment on their blog, I say. Or respond to thecomment via email. #crafterminds

9:32 pm jenjentrixie: It takes time, enjoy it!RT @crafterminds: Expect to grow slowly at first. Have a lotof patience. Each follower is meaningful. #crafterminds

9:32 pm CraftProject: @foodwinemodpodg @RockABow what's a link party? #crafterminds

9:32 pm madiganmade: ?? interested to hear.. RT @dollarcraft: @giggleglitzglam I personally dont have afeed onto FB bc of intellectual property #crafterminds

9:32 pm clumsycrafter : @JenClark74 sorry for the colic! been there! it will be over soon. #crafterminds

9:32 pm smshedpncarrots: appreciate those that follow you! Try to reply when they comment!! #crafterminds

9:32 pm ElizabethRevels: really good point about fb I resisted getting an account with them for that reason#crafterminds

9:32 pm parresia: I can't even figure out how to repsond to comments on blogspot ... not good PR#crafterminds

9:32 pm aisletoaloha: @sheyb Yeah, I usually reply to their blog. Or email. Some ppl don't check back.#crafterminds

9:33 pm FutureSub: Do you post completely different content on your FB page and your twitter andblog? Wondering about to make each feel fresh? #crafterminds

9:33 pm taunitweets: @parresia @aisletoaloha all of the above? :) #crafterminds

9:33 pm aunt_nette: if you respond to their comments on their blog, then you're putting your name outthere again good move #crafterminds

9:33 pm giggleglitzglam: Gaining lots of education, this helps! Now if I can convince my cousin to revampmy blog so it's pretty! #crafterminds

9:33 pm foodwinemodpodg: A place to link up your projects, like crafts, recipes, etc! @CraftProject@foodwinemodpodg @RockABow #crafterminds

9:33 pm MonicaBenavidez: RT @infarrantly: Let's continue to have the crafting niche be a positive place.Stick up for one another, encourage and help each other. #crafterminds

9:33 pm sandyalamode: ditto! RT @hiyaluv @sheyb: @aisletoaloha Comment on their blog, I say. Or respond to the comment via email. #crafterminds

9:33 pm bobalooKids: I use disqus for comments now thanks to a crafterminds chat and I'm really likingit! #crafterminds


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9:33 pm theidearoom: RT Lets continue to have the crafting niche be a positive place. encourage andhelp each other. #crafterminds

9:33 pm infarrantly: feature others, comment, reach out to those smaller than yours, offer suggestionsto improve our niche. #crafterminds

9:33 pm sheyb: I don't link to linky parties. :-O #crafterminds

9:33 pm dollarcraft: @ElizabethRevels Just be smart about the way you use FB! #crafterminds

9:33 pm clumsycrafter : @parresia set the comment to come to your email inbox and then just reply backthrough that email #crafterminds

9:33 pm mycottagecharm: I have a Treasures and Trinkets linky party if anyone would like to link up to that. :)#crafterminds

9:33 pm crafterminds: @FutureSub - I post my blog on FB, b /c that's where so many ppl already area.But I also give the FB'rs extra links :D #crafterminds

9:33 pm carissa_marie: @dollarcraft hey-0! I'm actually working on a blog today about how your siteinspired my crafty 2010 Xmas :-) #crafterminds

9:33 pm cottagemagpie: I email a response but also comment. @aisletoaloha: ...respond to comments?Email? Follow up comment? comment on their blog? #crafterminds

9:33 pm casabellaproj: @30daysblog I just c reated my image and used the tutorial here: http://tinyurl.com/2fkqwzr #crafterminds

9:33 pm crafterminds: RT @infarrantly: feature others, comment, reach out to those smaller than yours,offer suggestions to improve our niche. #crafterminds

9:34 pm apichea: @parresia I installed Disqus on my blogspot blog in order to respond tocomments more easily and directly #crafterminds

9:34 pm taunitweets: @FutureSub Great tip -- post details and behind the scenes on FB...#crafterminds

9:34 pm taunitweets: RT @infarrantly: feature others, comment, reach out to those smaller than yours,offer suggestions to improve our niche. #crafterminds

9:34 pm dollarcraft: @FutureSub I find my FB readers respond to diffe rent things than my Twitter feed, etc... or just spread the good links around #crafterminds

9:34 pm condoblues: @FutureSub When I update Twitter it's linked & posts to Facebook.#crafterminds

9:34 pm marissamakes: Amen to that! RT @infarrantly: Lets keep the crafting niche a positive place. Stickup for, encourage + help each other. #crafterminds

9:34 pm foodwinemodpodg: So many commenters don't have their emails listed! I want to respond but can't :(@clumsycrafter @parresia #crafterminds

9:34 pm infarrantly: Find a group of girls to link arms with when it comes to linky parties. You link up onMonday they link up on Tuesday, etc. #crafterminds

9:34 pm SerenityNowGirl: RT @infarrantly: feature others, comment, reach out to those smaller than yours,offer suggestions to improve our niche. #crafterminds

9:34 pm CraftaholicAnon: @sheyb sweet! #crafterminds virgins rock! Lol

9:34 pm kassarie: @CraftProject You invite others to share their ideas with you. Or you share yourswith them. By linking back to your content! #crafterminds

9:34 pm madiganmade: & I am trying Intense Debate RT @bobalooKids: I use disqus for comments nowand Im really liking it! #crafterminds

9:34 pm theidearoom: Great idea! RT @taunitweets: @FutureSub Great tip -- post details and behindthe scenes on FB... #crafterminds

9:34 pm casabellaproj: FB landing page tutorial from ProBlogger: http://tinyurl.com/2fkqwzr I'm more thanhappy to help! Email me! #crafterminds

9:34 pm ElizabethRevels: @dollarcraft so far I only link to my blog, never publish any original work#crafterminds

9:34 pm dollarcraft: RT @bobalooKids: I use disqus for comments now thanks to a crafterminds chatand Im really liking it! (cc: @kimwerker ) #crafterminds


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9:34 pm cottagemagpie: On blog: best p ix, good camera, etc.., on FB: snapshots, phone pix, "as it'shappening" etc.. #crafterminds

9:35 pm blueskiestweets: @infarrantly I agree, I never comment negatively - if I don't like something I justdon't comment #crafterminds

9:35 pm sheyb: I love helping others that have small businesses as well. I get a lot of questions,and I help if I can. #crafterminds

9:35 pm mycottagecharm: never heard of d isqus #crafterminds

9:35 pm my8kidsmom: Agree RT @infarrantly: feature others, comment, reach out to those smaller than

yours, offer suggestions to improve our niche. #crafterminds

9:35 pm crafterminds: Great tips from ProBlogger on building good relationships with bloggers:http://tinyurl.com/5oc5mk#crafterminds

9:35 pm Gracienell: RT @marissamakes: Amen to that! RT @infarrantly: Lets keep the crafting nichea positive place. Stick up for, encourage + help each other. #crafterminds

9:35 pm PosyMosey: I need to do this!RT @condoblues: @FutureSub When I update Twitter its linked& posts to Facebook. #crafterminds

9:35 pm TheThriftress: RT @blueskiestweets: @infarrantly I agree, I never comment negatively - if I dontlike something I just dont comment #crafterminds

9:35 pm dollarcraft: thx for link! RT @casabellaproj: FB landing page tutorial from ProBlogger:http://tinyurl.com/2fkqwzr #crafterminds

9:35 pm amschotter : wow! thanks so much for all of the info! this was great! gotta go! would love tohave you as a follower! http://bit.ly/fORKOQ #crafterminds

9:35 pm CraftaholicAnon: I agree!> @myinsanity I'm almost getting burned out on linky parties. So manyparties, everyone linking, nobody reading? #crafterminds

9:35 pm jenjentrixie: My FB page and Twitter are connected :) So if I post a great link on my FB page -it goes over to Twitter too. #crafterminds

9:35 pm foodwinemodpodg: RT @blueskiestweets: @infarrantly I agree, I never comment negatively - if I dontlike something I just dont comment #crafterminds

9:35 pm PosyMosey: Great!RT @cottagemagpie: On blog: best pix, good camera, etc.., on FB:snapshots, phone pix, "as its happening" etc.. #crafterminds

9:35 pm casabellaproj: RT @infarrantly: Lets keep the crafting niche a positive place. Stick up for,

encourage + help each other. #crafterminds

9:35 pm mycottagecharm: tweetdeck has changed my world! #crafterminds

9:35 pm thesickchick: RT @marissamakes: Amen to that! RT @infarrantly: Lets keep the crafting nichea positive place. Stick up for, encourage + help each other. #crafterminds

9:35 pm sheyb: Same HereRT @blueskiestweets: @infarrantly I agree, I never commentnegatively - if I dont like something I just dont comment #crafterminds

9:35 pm JenClark74: Tip - put out there what you want. I posted in my twitter profile that I wanted to beon a DT. W/in 2 weeks, I was contacted.. #crafterminds

9:35 pm ElizabethRevels: good idea RT @cottagemagpie: On blog: best p ix, good camera, etc.., on FB:snapshots, phone pix, "as its happening" etc.. #crafterminds

9:35 pm theidearoom: I agree! RT @foodwinemodpodg: So many commenters dont have their emailslisted! I want to respond but cant :( #crafterminds

9:35 pm infarrantly: If you need something to feature, facebook or tweet I just started a bloghttp://knockoffdecor.com/.I would love a shout out #crafterminds

9:36 pm dollarcraft: @ElizabethRevels yes, that's what I do too! Unless you count status updates asoriginal work! :) #crafterminds

9:36 pm SerenityNowGirl: I learned so much when I started blogging by watching the "bigger" bloggers &many of them were willing to stop & offer advice #crafterminds

9:36 pm cottagemagpie: @taunitweets Me, too -- I just forget. Plus many people follow both and I don't wntto duplicate! :-( Need to work on that. #crafterminds


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9:36 pm taunitweets: Me too. RT @blueskiestweets: @infarrantly I agree, I never comment negatively -if I dont like something I just dont comment #crafterminds

9:36 pm aunt_nette: Im on blogspot too, when I respond I have to do it wonky-wise! LOL#crafterminds

9:36 pm clumsycrafter : @mycottagecharm mine too! I love tweetdeck now #crafterminds

9:36 pm lovefamandhome: me neither RT @mycottagecharm: never heard of disqus #crafterminds

9:36 pm RockABow: When did you all start having guest b loggers? How small is too small to do that?#crafterminds

9:36 pm parresia: thanks all for the great responses on #crafterminds!! :) appreciate the community

9:36 pm cottagemagpie: LOVE Tweetdeck!!! RT @clumsycrafter : @mycottagecharm mine too! I lovetweetdeck now #crafterminds

9:36 pm SerenityNowGirl: ...and I am grateful...makes me willing to take the time to help newer bloggers b/csomeone helped me. :) #crafterminds

9:36 pm lovefamandhome: @mycottagecharm what is tweetdeck? #crafterminds

9:36 pm JenClark74: ...by another craft blogger who knew of an opportunity and I landed the spot.#crafterminds

9:36 pm parresia: some twitter parties, i get no responses to my questions ...#crafterminds rocks!

9:36 pm aisletoaloha: RT @blueskiestweets: @infarrantly I never comment negatively - if I dont likesomething I just dont comment #crafterminds #crafterminds

9:36 pm condoblues: @CraftaholicAnon @myinsanity Some of my best traffic comes from linky parties.I don't link every post tho #crafterminds

9:36 pm theidearoom: Me too..RT @ jenjentrixie: My FB page and Twitter are connected :) on my FBpage - it goes over to Twitter too. #crafterminds

9:36 pm taunitweets: RT @JenClark74: put out there what you want. I posted on twitter that I wanted tobe on a DT. W/in 2 weeks, was contacted.. #crafterminds

9:36 pm FabricShoppe: I say start whenever! RT @RockABow: When did you all start having guestbloggers? How small is too small to do that? #crafterminds

9:36 pm jenjentrixie: Blog swapping is great for smaller blogsRT @RockABow: When did you all starthaving guest bloggers? How small is too small ? #crafterminds

9:37 pm casabellaproj: By putting our homes/crafts "out there" I think we deserve respect. Negativity getsdeleted in my book. Thanks @thriftydecor #crafterminds

9:37 pm infarrantly: RT @SerenityNowGirl : ...and I am grateful...makes me willing to take the time tohelp newer bloggers b/c someone helped me. :) #crafterminds

9:37 pm crafterminds: Let me throw another valuable item out there - social bookmarking. IE: Digg &StumbleUpon #crafterminds

9:37 pm dollarcraft: Stumbleupon is a great tool too! If you like a post, stumble it (and commentsaying you did so). #crafterminds

9:37 pm junevintage: whoa #crafterminds is taking over my Twitter feed...and I am learning alot :)

9:37 pm cottagemagpie: When small, I think it's best to offer to post on a bigger blog--give them a postthey can use that helps them out. Win-win. #crafterminds

9:37 pm sheyb: @RockABow I really think that you can feature bloggers no matter how big or small your blog is. Gotta start somewhere #crafterminds

9:37 pm amschotter : @sandyalamode @aisletoaloha @hiyaluv thanks so much for answering myquestions #crafterminds i <3 you all!!

9:37 pm FutureSub: Ooo neat idea! RT @taunitweets: Great tip -- post details and behind the sceneson FB... #crafterminds

9:37 pm beneathmyheart: RT @infarrantly: If you need something 2 feature, facebook or tweet I just starteda blog http://knockoffdecor.com/. #crafterminds

9:37 pm myinsanity: Who has time to leave neg comments? RT@blueskiestweets never commentnegatively if I don't like something I just don't comment #crafterminds


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9:37 pm blueskiestweets: there are enough people who don't understand blogging who are willing tocriticise, leave the negativity to them! #crafterminds

9:37 pm sandyalamode: i say start whenever! RT @RockABow: When did you all start having guestbloggers? How small is too small to do that? #crafterminds

9:37 pm foodwinemodpodg: RT @ junevintage: whoa #crafterminds is taking over my Twitter feed...and I amlearning alot :) #crafterminds

9:37 pm CraftProject: @kassarie Thanks for the explanation #crafterminds

9:37 pm parresia: gotta go deal with children and dinner... looking forward to reading the

#crafterminds twitter feed later

9:37 pm kassarie: @condoblues @CraftaholicAnon @myinsanity I'm new, so linky parties are mymain source of meeting new bloggers right now... #crafterminds

9:37 pm ThinkUrCrafty: @infarrantly How are you so amazing! I need to learn to time manage like you.You do everything! #crafterminds

9:38 pm aunt_nette: @apichea Hey girl! Great seeing you in #crafterminds discussion!

9:38 pm RockABow: Agreed. RT@infarrantly I agree, I never comment negatively - if I dont likesomething I just dont comment #crafterminds

9:38 pm madiganmade: Love this. RT @SerenityNowGirl : ...and I am grateful.makes me willing 2 take time2 help newer bloggers b/c someone helped me #crafterminds

9:38 pm theidearoom: Dont' be afraid to promote others. There is enough room for all great ideas andcraft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:38 pm myinsanity: RT @theidearoom: Me too..RT @ jenjentrixie: My FB page and Twitter areconnected :) on my FB page - it goes over to Twitter too. #crafterminds

9:38 pm FabricShoppe: RT @theidearoom: Dont' be afraid to promote others. There is enough room for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:38 pm infarrantly: If you are a smaller blogger try swapping with someone of your same size.#crafterminds

9:38 pm giggleglitzglam: @kassarie mine too! #crafterminds

9:38 pm thisblessednest: RT AMEN! @theidearoom: Dont' be afraid to promote others. There is enoughroom for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:38 pm ElizabethRevels: @cottagemagpie I missed most of the early posts about guest blogging. I amvery unsure about how to approach it #crafterminds

9:38 pm infarrantly: RT @theidearoom: Dont be afraid to promote others. There is enough room for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:38 pm PosyMosey: Totally agree!RT @theidearoom: Dont be afraid to promote others. There isenough room for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:38 pm JenClark74: RT @theidearoom: Dont be afraid to promote others. There is enough room for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:38 pm cottagemagpie: Kind stumbling from others tripled my traffic! RT @crafterminds: ....valuable -social bookmarking. IE: Digg & StumbleUpon #crafterminds

9:38 pm jenjentrixie: Amen! RT @theidearoom: Dont be afraid to promote others. There is enoughroom for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:38 pm marissamakes: @crafterminds I'm not sure if it's the same concept, but I've found tons of craftyfolks to follow through Pinterest. Love it! #crafterminds

9:39 pm CraftProject: @cottagemagpie @clumsycrafter @mycottagecharm I love Tweetdeck too....itmakes my life much easier #crafterminds

9:39 pm sheyb: I love being featured or asked to be a guest blogger. What I don't like is whenthey ask me for something in return. #crafterminds

9:39 pm aisletoaloha: I'm interested to hear where the line is b/w a big blog & small. I think it's sosubjective. Or is there a # u hit in stats? #crafterminds

9:39 pm apichea: @aunt_nette I actually just saw a comment in my main stream and thought I'd"butt in"! :) #crafterminds


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9:39 pm taunitweets: @cottagemagpie I have that issue too, but I ge t to much traffic from my personalFB page...hope people forgive duplication. #crafterminds

9:39 pm beneathmyheart: agree!RT @theidearoom: Dont be afraid to promote others. There is enoughroom for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:39 pm sandyalamode: so true! RT @theidearoom: Dont' be afraid to promote others. There is enoughroom for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:39 pm dollarcraft: Speaking of networking, go add your twitter URL here on today's #craftermindspage: http://ow.ly/3xEza #crafterminds

9:39 pm my8kidsmom: #crafterminds Some of this is overwhelming! Lots to work on :)

9:39 pm casabellaproj: @aunt_nette Thanks! :) #crafterminds

9:39 pm taunitweets: RT @theidearoom: Dont be afraid to promote others. There is enough room for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:39 pm cori_shelley: @aunt_nette what do you mean - 2 FB pages? #crafterminds

9:39 pm kassarie: @craftproject Of course! :) Glad I can help a little even tho I'm NEW! ;)#crafterminds

9:39 pm mycottagecharm: RT @CraftProject: @cottagemagpie @clumsycrafter @mycottagecharm I loveTweetdeck too....it makes my life much easier #crafterminds

9:39 pm lbreton: RT @infarrantly: RT @theidearoom: Dont be afraid to promote others. There is

enough room for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:39 pm jenjentrixie: StumbleUpon is a great tool! #crafterminds

9:39 pm sandyalamode: good ?? RT @aisletoaloha I'm interested to hear where the line is b/w a big blog& small. Or is there a # u hit in stats? #crafterminds

9:39 pm sheyb: Especially when I am sought out most of the time rather then me seeking. Am Ialone? #crafterminds

9:39 pm lizardnladybug: so true! RT @theidearoom Dont' be afraid to promote o thers. There is enoughroom for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:39 pm VenezieDesigns: RT @FabricShoppe: Dont' be afraid to promote others. There is enough room for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:39 pm crafterminds: RT @dollarcraft: Speaking of networking, go add your twitter URL here on todays

#crafterminds page: http://ow.ly/3xEza #crafterminds

9:39 pm ElizabethRevels: Stumble is awesome. #crafterminds

9:39 pm theidearoom: Share the love. I was mentored by bigger blogs by asking questions. Now it is funto see others asking me questions. #crafterminds

9:39 pm casabellaproj: Absolutely! RT @theidearoom: Dont be afraid to promote others. There isenough room for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:39 pm miau008: RT @lizardnladybug: so true! RT @theidearoom Dont' be afraid to promoteothers. There is enough room for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:39 pm ohhowposh: RT @crafterminds Great tips from ProBlogger on building good relationships withbloggers: http://tinyurl.com/5oc5mk#crafterminds

9:39 pm giggleglitzglam: I'm with @my8kidsmom, a little overwhelmed. #crafterminds

9:39 pm madiganmade: Anyone on BlogFrog much? I 've yet to get into it much. #crafterminds

9:39 pm CraftProject: @lovefamandhome @mycottagecharm it's an app for your ipod/iphone that let'syou manage your Twitter account #crafterminds

9:39 pm jenfur427: I'm new to blogging. I 've joined a few link parties. People comment, but I'd love tofind a way to get them to "follow" #crafterminds

9:40 pm SewVeryHappy: You ladies are all amazing. Thank you for all the great tips! # crafterminds

9:40 pm SerenityNowGirl: @ jenjentrixie...love Stumbleupon...haven't used it in awhile #crafterminds

9:40 pm mycottagecharm: I have learned a lot today! #crafterminds


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9:40 pm apichea: RT @casabellaproj: Absolutely! RT @theidearoom: Dont be afraid to promoteothers. There is enough room for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:40 pm crafterminds: If you don't use StumbleUpon, you should - here's a guide: http://tinyurl.com/2c3tnvb #crafterminds

9:40 pm cottagemagpie: ProBlogger has great articles on pitching guest posts. @ElizabethRevels...guestblogging. I am unsure about how to approach it #crafterminds

9:40 pm my8kidsmom: Luv info on this..RT @crafterminds: Let me throw another valuable item out there -social bookmarking. IE: Digg & StumbleUpon #crafterminds

9:40 pm 1of5Hawks: RT @theidearoom: Dont' be afraid to promote others. There is enough room for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:40 pm CraftaholicAnon: Sounds like I need to get going with stumble upon !#crafterminds

9:40 pm dollarcraft: @aisletoaloha there's no line between "big" and not-so-big blogs... :) some havehigher traffic/more recognition #crafterminds

9:40 pm infarrantly: RT @crafterminds: If you dont use StumbleUpon, you should - heres a guide:http://tinyurl.com/2c3tnvb #crafterminds

9:40 pm crafterminds: If you are overwhelmed, we do chat recaps. I suggested reading through therecaps - slowly! :D #crafterminds

9:40 pm jenjentrixie: I owe much of my blog's success to 3-4 bloggers featuring me and want to do thesame thing for other blogs. #crafterminds

9:40 pm taunitweets: @infarrantly BTW, like your new profile pic. #crafterminds

9:40 pm mycottagecharm: guess I'm behind the times...need to use stumbleupon #crafterminds

9:40 pm theidearoom: If you genuinely like something Stumble it for someone and let them know. Greattraffic site. #crafterminds

9:40 pm cottagemagpie: Yes! Great tip! RT @infarrantly: If you are a smaller blogger try swapping withsomeone of your same size. #crafterminds

9:41 pm 30daysblog: I got 30,000 page views from one stumbled project! Crazy! RT @ jenjentrixieStumbleUpon is a great tool! #crafterminds

9:41 pm RandomRecycling: RT @theidearoom: Dont' be afraid to promote others. There is enough room for all great ideas and craft bloggers! #crafterminds

9:41 pm SerenityNowGirl: @ jenfur427 u can't "make" people follow-u can encourage them by continuin 2post good content and leaving kind comments 4 them #crafterminds

9:41 pm infarrantly: Yes if you don't know what Stumbleupon is f igure it out. My #1 traffic is from SU#crafterminds

9:41 pm crafterminds: I got 5k additional unique visitors in one day when a big StumbleUpon used L ikedone of my posts. The blue acorns! #crafterminds

9:41 pm taunitweets: Agree! RT @crafterminds: If you dont use StumbleUpon, you should - heres aguide: http://tinyurl.com/2c3tnvb #crafterminds

9:41 pm myinsanity: @kassarie @condoblues @CraftaholicAnon Some linkies are great! I just can'tkeep up w/them all. #crafterminds

9:41 pm infarrantly: AMEN @ jenjentrixie: I owe much of my blogs success to 3-4 bloggers featuringme and want to do the same thing for other blogs. #crafterminds

9:41 pm JenClark74: Ditto! RT @mycottagecharm: guess Im behind the times...need to usestumbleupon #crafterminds

9:41 pm CraftaholicAnon: @sheyb I hate that too. If I someone asks me to guest that should be enough!#crafterminds

9:41 pm crafterminds: YES Amy!! RT @theidearoom: If you genuinely like something Stumble it for someone and let them know. Great traffic s ite. #crafterminds

9:41 pm dollarcraft: @giggleglitzglam @my8kidsmom Don't worry, even the moderators areoverwhelmed! You can't keep up. Just ride the #crafterminds wave!

9:41 pm cottagemagpie: @skyekilaen Very true! I get the best results from Stumble being in DIY.Digg/Reddit hasn't worked for me. #crafterminds


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9:41 pm clumsycrafter : @myinsanity i have a few link parties that I'm loyal to and get great traffic f rom#crafterminds

9:41 pm FabricShoppe: I love having guest bloggers and we have a pretty high traffic b log. Need to findtime to organize some! Any suggestions? #crafterminds

9:42 pm taunitweets: @madiganmade Oooh. I've had a hard time getting into that one too.#crafterminds

9:42 pm infarrantly: RT @theidearoom: If you genuinely like something Stumble it for someone andlet them know. Great traffic site. #crafterminds

9:42 pm Lilbrownhouse: @dollarcraft @giggleglitzglam @my8kidsmom Riding the wave baby!!#crafterminds

9:42 pm cottagemagpie: @taunitweets OK, you've convinced me! I'll go ahead and try posting my stuff tomy personal FB page, too! #crafterminds

9:42 pm TheThriftress: Thanks!RT @infarrantly: RT @crafterminds: If you dont use StumbleUpon, youshould - heres a guide: http://tinyurl.com/2c3tnvb #crafterminds

9:42 pm CraftProject: @FabricShoppe @RockABow whenever the urge strikes youshould go for it -size doesn't matter in this case #crafterminds

9:42 pm bobalooKids: thanks for the link! RT @crafterminds: If you dont use StumbleUpon, you should -heres a guide: http://tinyurl.com/2c3tnvb #crafterminds

9:42 pm madiganmade: & thx jen for your help!!RT @ jenjentrixie: I owe much of my blogs success to 3-4

bloggers f eaturing me & want to do same thing #crafterminds

9:42 pm ElizabethRevels: What is a link party? #crafterminds

9:42 pm aisletoaloha: I have no idea how stumble upon works. I'll have to check it out. #crafterminds

9:42 pm giggleglitzglam: Do you only blog crafty or do you blog some personal too? #crafterminds

9:42 pm crafterminds: Also link your projects at places like http://www.isharecrafts.com/ - but BE SUREthe link goes to your blog #crafterminds

9:42 pm jenkied: I'm following #crafterminds and I feel like my head is going to explode. Good infoladies!!

9:42 pm sheyb: Who else owns a handmade business in the chat? #crafterminds

9:43 pm jenjentrixie: @FabricShoppe I put a post on my blog saying I would love to have people guest

post and got a great repsonse. #crafterminds

9:43 pm clumsycrafter : RT @ jenkied: I'm following #crafterminds and I feel like my head is going toexplode. Good info ladies!! // Agreed!

9:43 pm SerenityNowGirl: @ jenjentrixie is like blogging magic--she mentioned my blog & I magically got like15 new Followers ;) ;) Love u!!! #crafterminds

9:43 pm cottagemagpie: Also great tip. Same here! RT @theidearoom: Share the love. I was mentored bybigger blogs by asking questions. ...#crafterminds

9:43 pm FutureSub: Wow! RT @crafterminds: I got 5k additional unique visitors in one day when a bigStumbleUpon used Liked one of my posts. #crafterminds

9:43 pm Lilbrownhouse: Great attitude! RT @ jenjentrixie: I owe much of my blogs success to 3-4 b loggersfeaturing me & want to do same thing #crafterminds

9:43 pm infarrantly: RT @crafterminds: Also link your projects at places likehttp://www.isharecrafts.com/ - but BE SURE the link goes to your blog#crafterminds

9:43 pm 30daysblog: I have a few links on a stumbling post I did a few months ago: http://bit.ly/cahn0E#crafterminds

9:43 pm condoblues: @myinsanity I have a page of linky parties on Condo Blues easier to keep track of ones I like #crafterminds

9:43 pm dollarcraft: @ElizabethRevels Linkyparty: Some blogs have little widgets on posts where youcan add a URL that will show up on the post # crafterminds

9:43 pm mycottagecharm: RT @ElizabethRevels: What is a link party? #crafterminds when you link your blogpost to someone else's


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9:43 pm casabellaproj: RT @crafterminds: Also link your projects at places likehttp://www.isharecrafts.com/ - but BE SURE the link goes to your blog#crafterminds

9:43 pm CraftProject: @crafterminds how are Digg and StumbleUpon different from Delicious?#crafterminds

9:43 pm lovefamandhome: to those big bloggers out there...how long after you started your blog did you startseeing consistency in traffic/comments #crafterminds

9:43 pm thesickchick: @lovefamandhome -- Tweetdeck is a Twitter client for your computer (don't likethe mobile app myself) #crafterminds

9:43 pm ThinkUrCrafty: I would love to go to more blogging get-togethers to put my self out there. How isthe best way to find out about them? #crafterminds

9:43 pm JenClark74: Don't worry - you're not alone! RT @ jenkied: Im following #crafterminds and I feellike my head is going to explode. #crafterminds

9:43 pm taunitweets: @FabricShoppe Just put out a call on your blog/twitter...people will jump on it!#crafterminds

9:43 pm jenfur427: @SerenityNowGirl Thanks! I 'm just hoping I can continue to post things thatpeople want to read and follow #crafterminds

9:43 pm aisletoaloha: I throw in a lot of everything--I find my readers love it! RT @giggleglitzglam Doyou only blog crafty? #crafterminds

9:43 pm sandyalamode: Thanks for the StumbleUpon recommendation #crafterminds! Going to check itout now! #crafterminds

9:43 pm crafterminds: DO NOT give your content to others to re-post willy-nilly. It is YOUR intellecturalproperty. #crafterminds

9:43 pm kristananne: I do both but have the same ? RT @giggleglitzglam: Do you only blog crafty or doyou blog some personal too? #crafterminds

9:43 pm junevintage: I have been finding alot of crafty goodness on @Pinterest lately-that might be agood idea for networking #crafterminds :)

9:43 pm sheyb: I haven't used StumpleUpon in a while. Need to restart. #crafterminds

9:43 pm theidearoom: If you think you are too small of a blog for some bigger blogs, get blogs your sizehelp promote each other. but be genuine. #crafterminds

9:43 pm mycottagecharm: this thing is zooming!! #crafterminds

9:43 pm FabricShoppe: Good idea! RT @ jenjentrixie: @FabricShoppe I put a post on my blog saying Iwould love to have people guest post . #crafterminds

9:44 pm bobalooKids: I do, and my blog's more about learning to run a handmade biz RT @sheyb: Whoelse owns a handmade business in the chat? #crafterminds

9:44 pm ElizabethRevels: ok that's pretty cool #crafterminds

9:44 pm blueskiestweets: I use Craftster to post crafty projects that don't fit in with my blog theme and linkup to my blog in each post too #crafterminds

9:44 pm condoblues: RT @crafterminds: DO NOT give your content to others to re-post willy-nilly. It isYOUR intellectural property. #crafterminds

9:44 pm my8kidsmom: @ElizabethRevels How so? Clueless #crafterminds

9:44 pm theidearoom: Same.RT @aisletoaloha: I throw in a lot of everything--I find my readers love it!RT @giggleglitzglam Do you only blog crafty? #crafterminds

9:44 pm aisletoaloha: ME! Aisle to Aloha Studio--modern paintings on Etsy! :) RT @sheyb Who elseowns a handmade business in the chat? #crafterminds #crafterminds

9:44 pm casabellaproj: http://homepodge.com is another great place to link your crafts. @homepodgegives you twitter shoutouts too! #crafterminds

9:44 pm tabbiecat77: @sheyb I have an Etsy store I mostly ignore and so does everyone else. lol#crafterminds

9:44 pm madiganmade: ;) RT @SerenityNowGirl: @ jenjentrixie is like blogging magic--she mentioned myblog & I get like 15 new Followers ;)Love u!! #crafterminds


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9:44 pm sandyalamode: i think it's good to have a mix of crafty and personal! RT @giggleglitzglam Do youonly blog crafty? #crafterminds #crafterminds

9:44 pm theidearoom: Amen! RT @crafterminds: DO NOT give your content to others to re-post willy-nilly. It is YOUR intellectural property. #crafterminds

9:44 pm clumsycrafter : be careful when you use a link party that the blog owner does not haveadisclosure to repost your entire post on their blog #crafterminds

9:44 pm smshedpncarrots: I share my life so I do both! RT @giggleglitzglam: Do you only blog crafty or doyou blog some personal too? #crafterminds

9:44 pm jenkied: @sheyb I do Shey but I haven't jumped into the blogging world....YET!#crafterminds

9:44 pm FabricShoppe: Good idea! RT @taunitweets: @FabricShoppe Just put out a call on your blog/twitter...people will jump on it! #crafterminds

9:44 pm sheyb: LOL!!!RT @tabbiecat77: @sheyb I have an Etsy store I mostly ignore and sodoes everyone else. lol #crafterminds

9:44 pm cottagemagpie: Speaking of Stumble, if anyone would like something Stumbled, DM me, I'll checkit out after. #crafterminds

9:44 pm dollarcraft: @lovefamandhome more pageviews has mostly been a steady climb for me#crafterminds

9:45 pm sheyb: Do it! :) RT @ jenkied: @sheyb I do Shey but I haven't jumped into the blogging

world....YET! #crafterminds

9:45 pm Lilbrownhouse: I always leave TweetChat open after #crafterminds so I can go back and visit thelinks! #crafterminds

9:45 pm RockABow: I do. Very small but looking to change a lot this year! RT @sheyb: Who else ownsa handmade business in the chat? #crafterminds

9:45 pm crafterminds: @CraftProject It's all social bookmarking, all worth trying. Some work better thanothers for some people.I've tried them all! #crafterminds

9:45 pm condoblues: @giggleglitzglam I also blog about green living, DIY and some things I have tobuy when I can't DIY #crafterminds

9:45 pm kassarie: I do BOTH. RT @giggleglitzglam: Do you only blog crafty or do you blog somepersonal too? #crafterminds

9:45 pm thesickchick: I will soon :)RT @cottagemagpie: Speaking of Stumble, if anyone would likesomething Stumbled, DM me, I'll check it out after. #crafterminds

9:45 pm blueskiestweets: @giggleglitzglam I like to read some personal details too - it's like a magazinewritten by a friend! #crafterminds

9:45 pm CrapIveMade: RT @clumsycrafter : be careful when you use a link party that the blog owner doesnot have adisclosure to repost your entire post on their blog #crafterminds

9:45 pm sheyb: Agreed! RT @CraftaholicAnon: @sheyb I hate that too. If I someone asks me toguest that should be enough! #crafterminds

9:45 pm theidearoom: Do it :0 Love my headband!! RT @ jenkied: @sheyb I do Shey but I havent jumped into the blogging world....YET! #crafterminds

9:45 pm jenfur427: @giggleglitzglam I share both. I like reading blogs that are more personal, than

just a bunch of tutorials. # crafterminds

9:45 pm dollarcraft: @blueskiestweets SOmetimes I give my off-topic craft projects to others as aguest post! #crafterminds

9:45 pm mycottagecharm: I have a homemade business #crafterminds

9:45 pm ElizabethRevels: @my8kidsmom not sure what you mean now I'm clueless. If you mean what I wassaying is cool, link party #crafterminds

9:45 pm FutureSub: Definitely reading after! RT @crafterminds: If you dont use StumbleUpon, youshould- heres a guide: http://tinyurl.com/2c3tnvb #crafterminds

9:45 pm aunt_nette: Good idea! > RT @Lilbrownhouse: I always leave TweetChat open after #crafterminds so I can go back and visit the links! #crafterminds


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9:45 pm sandyalamode: ME! Sandy a la Mode on @Etsy RT @sheyb Who else owns a handmadebusiness in the chat? #crafterminds

9:46 pm crafterminds: RT @ jenfur427: @giggleglitzglam I share both. I like reading blogs that are morepersonal, than just a bunch of tutorials. #crafterminds

9:46 pm dollarcraft: The more love you give to to other bloggers, the more love will come back to your blog! #factoftheuniverse #crafterminds

9:46 pm jenkied: @sheyb I'm trying to learn what I'm doing f irst. I admire so many out there. I'm justso overwhelmed #crafterminds

9:46 pm RockABow: I blog more personal than anything. RT @giggleglitzglam: Do you only blog craftyor do you blog some personal too? #crafterminds

9:46 pm cottagemagpie: Both! Who you are is part of the package. @giggleglitzglam: Do you only blogcrafty or do you blog some personal too? #crafterminds

9:46 pm ElizabethRevels: me2RT @ jenfur427: @giggleglitzglam I share both. I like reading blogs that aremore personal, than just a bunch of tutorials. #crafterminds

9:46 pm SerenityNowGirl: Aw, nuts...the cartoon ended...I have to run and entertain small people now ;)#crafterminds

9:46 pm eileensideways: as a customr followin u on twitter, i expect u 2b human & make personalcomments insted of constantly touting ur wares on etsy #crafterminds

9:46 pm madiganmade: Kinda off topic, but can we have a chat about intellectual property? I'm interested

based on a few comments here... #crafterminds

9:46 pm bobalooKids: so true! RT @blueskiestweets: @giggleglitzglam I like to read some personaldetails too - its like a mag written by a friend! #crafterminds

9:46 pm crafterminds: RT @dollarcraft: The more love you give to to other bloggers, the more love willcome back to your blog! #factoftheuniverse #crafterminds

9:46 pm casabellaproj: RT @dollarcraft: The more love you give to to other bloggers, the more love willcome back to your blog! #factoftheuniverse #crafterminds

9:46 pm mycottagecharm: I like a blog that's well rounded and does personal and tutorials #crafterminds

9:46 pm marissamakes: RT @dollarcraft: The more love you give to to other bloggers, the more love willcome back to your blog! #factoftheuniverse #crafterminds

9:46 pm taunitweets: Hi @crapivemade #crafterminds

9:46 pm sheyb: @CraftaholicAnon Lots o people ask 2 feature me/post about me & then requesta free camera strap.Really? Can't we help 4 free? #crafterminds

9:47 pm blueskiestweets: @ junevintage @Pinterest you need an invite to join Pinterest - I got one but by thetime I logged on it had expired! #crafterminds

9:47 pm cottagemagpie: RT @dollarcraft: The more love you give to to other bloggers, the more love willcome back to your blog! #factoftheuniverse #crafterminds

9:47 pm condoblues: RT @clumsycrafter be careful when you use link party that owner doesn' havedisclosure to repost yr entire post on their blog #crafterminds

9:47 pm kassarie: :) RT @dollarcraft: The more love you give to to other bloggers, the more love willcome back to your blog! #factoftheuniverse #crafterminds

9:47 pm smshedpncarrots: I do! SmashedPeasandCarrots.com RT @sheyb Who else owns a handmadebusiness in the chat? #crafterminds

9:47 pm crafterminds: @madiganmade I think that's a great idea! #crafterminds

9:47 pm CrapIveMade: @taunitweets Betterh late than never? #crafterminds

9:47 pm infarrantly: RT @dollarcraft: The more love you give to to other bloggers, the more love willcome back to your blog! #factoftheuniverse #crafterminds

9:47 pm aunt_nette: RT @sheyb Who else owns a handmade business in the chat? #crafterminds METOO http://etsy.me/hEMsiA

9:47 pm taunitweets: So true! RT @dollarcraft: The more love you give to to other bloggers, the morelove will come back to your blog! #crafterminds


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9:47 pm thesickchick: @madiganmade -- I used to be an IP lawyer, so can answer some questions --not today, we're zooming as it is but another chat! #crafterminds

9:47 pm ShorelyChic: RT @cottagemagpie: RT @dollarcraft: The more love you give to to o ther bloggers, the more love will come back to your blog! #factoftheuniverse#crafterminds

9:47 pm madiganmade: Kinda off topic, but can we have a *future chat about intellectual property? Iminterested based on a few comments here... #crafterminds

9:47 pm dollarcraft: Here's the #crafterminds tweetcloud: http://ow.ly/3xEM6 80 Contributors & justunder 1000 tweets... so far! http://ow.ly/3xEO5

9:47 pm junevintage: @kassarie @giggleglitzglam I am kinda all over the place with "themes" on myblog..just posted today about narrowing my focus! #crafterminds

9:47 pm FabricShoppe: @OrganicLilith That's a good idea too! #crafterminds

9:47 pm mycottagecharm: @sheyb that's sad...you can post for me anytime for f ree! :) #crafterminds

9:47 pm crafterminds: Yes, please include bits of yourself with your craft. Crafting is so much more than just the project. #crafterminds

9:48 pm theidearoom: I get tired of those who just promote on social media. Love to see the personal inthere too. #crafterminds

9:48 pm ElizabethRevels: I agree as an etsy seller who follows other sellers it gets hard sometimes tofollow people who are all about the marketing #crafterminds

9:48 pm sheyb: Awesome to see SO many handmade businesses here in the chat. Seriously...check out #creativeestates! Right @taunitweets? :) #crafterminds

9:48 pm jenfur427: @smshedpncarrots @sheyb I have an etsy store too, but I've been lazy aboutposting things on it. #crafterminds

9:48 pm taunitweets: @CrapIveMade Ha! With me it's of ten never...just good to "see" you today.#crafterminds

9:48 pm Lilbrownhouse: R U Kidding??RT @sheyb: @CraftaholicAnon Lots o people ask 2 featureme/post about me request a free camera strap. #crafterminds

9:48 pm thesickchick: @sheyb -- I can't believe they ask for freebies. That's SO rude!! #crafterminds

9:48 pm CraftProject: @giggleglitzglam I f ind that by blogging crafty a bunch of personal falls into themix,it's good to show who's behind the blog #crafterminds

9:48 pm dollarcraft: @madiganmade we can put intellectual property on the topics list for future chats#crafterminds

9:48 pm infarrantly: RT @crafterminds: Yes, please include bits of yourself with your craft. Crafting isso much more than just the project. #crafterminds

9:48 pm jenjentrixie: I love that!! RT: @dollarcraft: The more love you give to to other bloggers, themore love will come back to your blog! #crafterminds

9:48 pm sheyb: @mycottagecharm Oh thanks! :) I'd love to! #crafterminds

9:48 pm CraftProject: @crafterminds thanks for the link #crafterminds

9:48 pm sheyb: @theidearoom I agree! #crafterminds

9:48 pm clumsycrafter : @sheyb you would think that crafters could make their own camera straps, not as

fabulous as yours but still! #crafterminds

9:48 pm cottagemagpie: @sheyb Freebies? GAH! The guest post IS the gift, right? #crafterminds

9:49 pm aunt_nette: Yes, I have an #etsy shop too (grand launch in March though stuff there now)http://www.etsy.com/shop/sweetjeanette #crafterminds

9:49 pm casabellaproj: RT @dollarcraft: Heres the #crafterminds tweetcloud: http://ow.ly/3xEM6 80Contributors & just under 1000 tweets... so far! #crafterminds

9:49 pm theidearoom: Amen! RT @dollarcraft: The more love you give to to other bloggers, the morelove will come back to your blog! #crafterminds

9:49 pm sheyb: If you have a handmade business, people want to know who you are... they knowwhat you sell, but they want to know there's ... #crafterminds


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9:49 pm giggleglitzglam: @clumsycrafter good tip. never considered. #crafterminds

9:49 pm clumsycrafter : I'm launching my blog on wordpress tomorrow. #crafterminds

9:49 pm sandyalamode: @ junevintage i think it's ok to have a few different themes on your blog! ! it keeps itinteresting that way!! #crafterminds

9:49 pm crafterminds: Anyone have any blogger events or craft fairs that they would advocate for goodnetworking? #crafterminds

9:49 pm thesickchick: RT @clumsycrafter : I'm launching my blog on wordpress tomorrow.#crafterminds

9:49 pm sheyb: a person behind that brand too! My blog is all about "My life as the camera strapgirl". Not just business, but personal too #crafterminds

9:49 pm madiganmade: @dollarcraft: thanks! #crafterminds

9:50 pm taunitweets: Absolutely! RT @sheyb: Awesome to see SO many handmade businesses here.Check out #creativeestates! Right @taunitweets? :) #crafterminds

9:50 pm dollarcraft: @thesickchick @madiganmade sweet! we'll def . have you as our guest expertwhen we chat about IP @thesickchick #crafterminds

9:50 pm timeoutmommy: #crafterminds. Awww. Missed it- I'll scroll through to see what I missed!

9:50 pm thesickchick: Hurrah and congrats! RT @clumsycrafter : I'm launching my blog on wordpresstomorrow. #crafterminds

9:50 pm theidearoom: Yeah! RT @clumsycrafter : Im launching my blog on wordpress tomorrow.#crafterminds

9:50 pm clumsycrafter : @TheSickChick thanks! #crafterminds

9:50 pm sheyb: @cottagemagpie Not to most people. #crafterminds

9:50 pm thesickchick: @dollarcraft -- Sure, if I can keep up! :) #crafterminds

9:50 pm crafterminds: @clumsycrafter Congratulations! Give us the link! #crafterminds

9:50 pm Mandalynn96: So, what would you say the next step would be for a blogger who still has a simplegeneric layout & no$$ for a big blog 'look' #crafterminds

9:50 pm CraftaholicAnon: @sheyb that's crazy! I can't believe they ask for a free strap! Insane. You'rehelping them by guesting. #crafterminds

9:50 pm casabellaproj: I just launched my home decor, craft, renovation blog on New Years Day! SOmuch fun! #crafterminds

9:50 pm dreamygiraffe: RT @sheyb: If you have a handmade business, people want to know who youare... they know what you sell, but they want to know there's ... #crafterminds

9:51 pm mycottagecharm: I have a faux cake business...did wedding cakes for years...#crafterminds

9:51 pm tabbiecat77: @clumsycrafter That's awesome! Congratz! #crafterminds

9:51 pm clumsycrafter : @crafterminds http://bit.ly/dOlT8L It's up today but still needs tweaking and somemore posts moved over #crafterminds

9:51 pm CraftProject: RT @dollarcraft: Here's the #crafterminds tweetcloud: http://ow.ly/3xEM6 80Contributors & just under 1000 tweets... so far! http://ow.ly/3xEO5

9:51 pm aisletoaloha: Okay, friends, of f to paint! Check out my blog if you'd like!http://aisletoaloha.blogspot.com/Great chatting w you! #crafterminds

9:51 pm SugarAndDots: Blog will be 1 year old on the 13th & I have 360 followers. Your advice helps meconnect with my readers! #crafterminds

9:51 pm marissamakes: It's personal + the story's worth telling! RT @crafterminds: Include bits aboutyourself. Crafting's much more than a project. #crafterminds

9:51 pm sheyb: @Jennwith4 totally agree! People want to know who this person is, not constantRT's and business pushing! #crafterminds

9:51 pm clumsycrafter : @mycottagecharm I love faux cakes. I used to have a cake decorating businesstoo #crafterminds


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9:51 pm cottagemagpie: @Mandalynn96 Look at really good quality templates -- if you're on WordPressthere are zillions! #crafterminds

9:51 pm thesickchick: @crafterminds -- If you don't attend #craftsocial (the next one is tomorrow), youare really missing out on crafty tweets!! #crafterminds

9:51 pm sheyb: @casabellaproj I was reading your blog last night. :) #crafterminds

9:51 pm crafterminds: @Mandalynn96 There are wonderful free templates out there and tons of tutes. Ibuilt MPR myself - no one was paid. #crafterminds

9:51 pm clumsycrafter : @TheSickChick thanks for the tip. didn't know about craftsocial #craftsocial

#crafterminds

9:51 pm CBerbs: RT @dollarcraft: The more love you give to to other bloggers, the more love willcome back to your blog! #factoftheuniverse #crafterminds

9:51 pm mycottagecharm: @clumsycrafter FUN! I love my little side business...it's on my blog #crafterminds

9:52 pm Lilbrownhouse: Where!? RT @cottagemagpie: @Mandalynn96 Look at really good qualitytemplates -- if youre on WordPress there are zillions! #crafterminds

9:52 pm jenfur427: @sheyb I've had people ask me for a free product from my etsy and promise togive a good review on their blog if I do. #crafterminds

9:52 pm clumsycrafter : @mycottagecharm I'll check it out. thanks #crafterminds

9:52 pm jenjentrixie: @Mandalynn96 Focus on content and great pictures. Link up to parties. Try to

gust post. Comment on as many blogs as you can. #crafterminds

9:52 pm thesickchick: @crafterminds -- Have fun painting! #crafterminds

9:52 pm lovefamandhome: @mycottagecharm sorry I got it...thanx! #crafterminds

9:52 pm RobinNestor : @TheSickChick #crafterminds Happy New Year! My BEST Xmas present wasgetting your postcard!

9:52 pm casabellaproj: @sheyb You were??? (blush) Awesomesauce! #crafterminds

9:52 pm ElizabethRevels: RT @sheyb If you have a handmade biz, people want 2 know who u are... theyknow what u sell, but they want to know theres ... #crafterminds

9:52 pm CraftProject: @clumsycrafter congratulations! #crafterminds

9:52 pm taunitweets: @Mandalynn96 Are you on blogger? It's so easy to play w & there are tons of

how to's on the web! #crafterminds

9:52 pm crafterminds: Okay! Guest Posting: Comment here if you want to guest post or find a guestposter! Make connections! http://ow.ly/3xEXx #crafterminds

9:53 pm blueskiestweets: wish someone was taking minutes of this chat! #crafterminds

9:53 pm sheyb: @dreamygiraffe Hey you! Haven't talked in a long time! How are u? :) Thoughtabout you yesterday when I packed prints from u #crafterminds

9:53 pm jenjentrixie: RT @crafterminds: Okay! Guest Posting: Comment here if you want to guest postor find a guest poster! http://ow.ly/3xEXx #crafterminds

9:53 pm carissa_marie: @giggleglitzglam I do crafty, book reviews, stuff I like (crafty and otherwise), andsweet money saving things/ free stuff #crafterminds

9:53 pm kassarie: RT @crafterminds: Guest Posting: Comment here if you want to guest post or

find a guest poster! http://ow.ly/3xEXx #crafterminds

9:53 pm dollarcraft: @blueskiestweets We will have a transcript posted on http://crafterminds.comshortly! #crafterminds

9:53 pm crafterminds: Any other craft go-to events for in person networking? #crafterminds

9:53 pm CraftProject: @casabellaproj Congratulations - that's so exciting! #crafterminds

9:53 pm Mandalynn96: I do make sure my background is cute!! haha ;) #crafterminds

9:53 pm sheyb: I was!! Love it! RT @casabellaproj: @sheyb You were??? (blush)Awesomesauce! #crafterminds


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9:53 pm cottagemagpie: I <3 StudioPress (low $, GREAT forums). OR just Google free WP template.Srsly. RT @Lilbrownhouse: Where!? #crafterminds

9:53 pm crafterminds: @blueskiestweets We do a summary on Crafterminds afterwards - you can readthe whole chat! :D #crafterminds

9:54 pm utahchemnrd: I would love to guest post! http://www.amerooniedesigns.blogpot.comor [email protected] #crafterminds

9:54 pm madiganmade: RT @crafterminds: Okay! Guest Posting: Comment here if you want to guest postor find a guest poster! http://ow.ly/3xEXx #crafterminds

9:54 pm sandyalamode: @CreativeEstates all the way! Who all is going? RT @crafterminds Any other craft go-to events for in person networking? #crafterminds

9:54 pm mycottagecharm: anyone give lessons on tweetdeck...need to learn more :) #crafterminds

9:54 pm clumsycrafter : I hacked a free WP template #crafterminds

9:54 pm marissamakes: @crafterminds I'm part of a local group, HandmadeMiami. We're small, butfriendly! All about encouraging + helping each other. #crafterminds

9:54 pm sheyb: @CraftaholicAnon I completely agree! #crafterminds

9:54 pm my8kidsmom: @crafterminds I would love to guest post! and vice versa #crafterminds

9:54 pm smshedpncarrots: Anyone in Illinois?? Chicago burbs? RT @crafterminds: Any other craft go-toevents for in person networking? #crafterminds

9:54 pm CraftaholicAnon: @Mandalynn96 trade!!! I 'm all about trading for advertising in exchange for designservices. #crafterminds

9:54 pm thesickchick: @crafterminds -- I go to every local craft fair armed with biz cards & connect withany artist whose work I like :) #crafterminds

9:54 pm cottagemagpie: Great idea! RT @CraftaholicAnon: @Mandalynn96 trade!!! I 'm all about tradingfor advertising in exchange for design services. #crafterminds

9:54 pm jenfur427: My blog is still being set up. Hubby is a graphic designer so he's doing it. Justhave to wait till he has more f ree time. #crafterminds

9:54 pm condoblues: @crafterminds I go to BlogHer and will be at Blissdom. Try to find crafter meetups there. #crafterminds

9:54 pm Mandalynn96: @taunitweets I am on blogger, and I do use CBOB or Shabbyblogs.com

#crafterminds

9:54 pm aunt_nette: #crafterminds I used to do local shows, but they died out down here.

9:54 pm lovefamandhome: thank you all for your great insight & suggestions!! Enjoyed the chat!#crafterminds

9:55 pm sheyb: I agree. LOL! RT @TheSickChick: @sheyb -- I can't believe they ask for freebies.That's SO rude!! #crafterminds

9:55 pm clumsycrafter : if anyone's in Houston, we're having a b logger meeting jan. 13th. need morecrafters represented! I'm the only craft blogger #crafterminds

9:55 pm TheThriftress: RT @lovefamandhome: thank you all for your great insight & suggestions!!Enjoyed the chat! #crafterminds

9:55 pm kassarie: Us AZ girls have really been wanting to have our own networking in person get

together... SO jealous of the Utah ladies! :) #crafterminds

9:55 pm sheyb: @Lilbrownhouse Not kidding. #crafterminds

9:55 pm tabbiecat77: @crafterminds I'd love to guest post. My blog is small, but if someone wanted topost on there, I'd be delighted. #crafterminds

9:55 pm HopeAbound: Any advice for a beginner in handmade shops? One sale so far anddiscouragement is growing. #crafterminds

9:55 pm mycottagecharm: any KY girls out there???? #crafterminds

9:55 pm casabellaproj: Today's chat was SO much fun! :) #crafterminds


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9:55 pm thesickchick: @mycottagecharm -- I was born in KY but haven't lived there in a long, long time.#crafterminds

9:55 pm kristananne: @clumsycrafter Totally interested! #crafterminds

9:55 pm CraftProject: @crafterminds I'm happy to guest post for anyone is search of guest posters#crafterminds

9:56 pm aunt_nette: Did I miss you, are there any other Florida #crafterminds peeps? Send me amessage b/c I want to follow

9:56 pm JenClark74: On it! RT @crafterminds: Okay! Guest Posting: Comment here if you want to

guest post or find a guest poster! Make connections! #crafterminds

9:56 pm cottagemagpie: I have a serious adrenaline rush from how fast (and stellar) the chat was today!#crafterminds

9:56 pm ElizabethRevels: @mycottagecharm one right here. Where abouts are you? #crafterminds

9:56 pm sheyb: Hey! If you're in AZ, let's GET TOGETHER! W e can take Utah, right? We shouldhave a craft challenge. LOL! #crafterminds

9:56 pm tabbiecat77: Next door in WV. Hey, neighbor. :D RT @mycottagecharm: any KY girls outthere???? #crafterminds

9:56 pm clumsycrafter : @kristananne it's hashtage #houstonbloggers. I'll dm you later the website#crafterminds

9:56 pm lovefamandhome: Southern Illinois here... #crafterminds

9:56 pm casabellaproj: @sheyb Thank you so much! :) #crafterminds

9:56 pm junevintage: @mycottagecharm I used to be a W KY girl but am following my sailor around theworld now :) #crafterminds

9:56 pm sheyb: Oh crap! What did I just do? Opened the door for some crazy, maybe? ;)#crafterminds

9:56 pm smshedpncarrots: Do giveaways! RT @HopeAbound: Any advice for a beg inner in handmadeshops? One sale so far and discouragement is growing. #crafterminds

9:56 pm jenfur427: how does guest posting work? #crafterminds

9:56 pm taunitweets: RT @crafterminds: Okay! Guest Posting: Comment here if you want to guest postor find a guest poster! http://ow.ly/3xEXx #crafterminds

9:56 pm kassarie: RT @sheyb: Hey! If youre in AZ, lets GET TOGETHER! We can take Utah, right?We should have a craft challenge. LOL! #crafterminds

9:56 pm jenjentrixie: That was fun! So many great comments!! #crafterminds

9:56 pm kristananne: @clumsycrafter cool, thanks! #crafterminds

9:56 pm JenClark74: Am I lonely in So Cal? #crafterminds

9:57 pm marissamakes: @HopeAbound I really love Kari Chapin's "Handmade Marketplace" book. Super helpful! #crafterminds

9:57 pm taunitweets: @sheyb Ha! You'll never take UT! #crafterminds

9:57 pm crafterminds: Everyone needs to get on the craft map for sure!!http://thecraftmap.blogspot.com/ #crafterminds

9:57 pm aunt_nette: When is the next #crafterminds ?

9:57 pm thesickchick: RT @aunt_nette: When is the next #crafterminds ?

9:57 pm dollarcraft: If anyone is in SoCal/LA, we'll be getting together at CHA at the end of January.#crafterminds

9:57 pm RockABow: Im in Orange County RT @JenClark74: Am I lonely in So Cal? #crafterminds

9:57 pm sheyb: I would really love to have guest bloggers! Get in touch so we can do this thing! ;)#crafterminds

9:57 pm thesickchick: Every Monday! :) RT @aunt_nette: When is the next #crafterminds ?


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9:57 pm smshedpncarrots: Me too!! RT @marissamakes: @HopeAbound I really love Kari Chapins"Handmade Marketplace" book. Super helpful! #crafterminds

9:57 pm Lilbrownhouse: Wondering if this chat qualifies as a cario workout.... #crafterminds

9:57 pm junevintage: @HopeAbound I swear by a good Etsy team for a beginner! #crafterminds

9:57 pm crafterminds: We're wrapping this puppy up - any final comments, questions? #crafterminds

9:57 pm Mandalynn96: Oh, wow, this hour just f lew by!! :) Thanks again, for all the advice & de-mystifyingthis whole blogging-thing!! :) #crafterminds

9:57 pm marissamakes: @aunt_nette I'm in Miami! :o) #crafterminds

9:57 pm utahchemnrd: @sheyb That's hilarious! I 'm in- and it's on! ;) #crafterminds

9:57 pm CraftProject: @TheSickChick @crafterminds good plan #crafterminds

9:57 pm madiganmade: RT @crafterminds: Everyone needs to get on the craft map for sure!!http://thecraftmap.blogspot.com/ #crafterminds

9:57 pm ChristineUrias: @crafterminds Thanks for all of the great info! Spent the whole time trying tocatch up, but fav'd some post to go back to. #crafterminds

9:57 pm FabricShoppe: I have never participated in one of these twitter parties/chats! Fun! Lots of greatinfo ladies! #crafterminds

9:58 pm clumsycrafter : RT @Milehimama: @clumsycrafter just be careful what you post on Fb- they takenon-exclusive rights to content and photos. #crafterminds

9:58 pm ElizabethRevels: I'm in Louisville #crafterminds

9:58 pm mycottagecharm: thanks so much for all the fun and new knowledge! # crafterminds

9:58 pm RockABow: CHA? RT @dollarcraft: If anyone is in SoCal/LA, well be getting together at CHAat the end of January. #crafterminds

9:58 pm blueskiestweets: @crafterminds great idea! like a blogswap dating service #crafterminds

9:58 pm sheyb: Also! The Creative Estates Conference is IN Arizona! We want you there!!!#creativeestates #crafterminds

9:58 pm kassarie: Monday afternoons! @thesickchick @aunt_nette #crafterminds

9:58 pm FabricShoppe: Thanks all! #crafterminds

9:58 pm tabbiecat77: lol RT @Lilbrownhouse: Wondering if this chat qualifies as a cario workout....#crafterminds

9:58 pm lovefamandhome: lol! I think it should! RT @Lilbrownhouse: Wondering if this chat qualifies as acario workout.... #crafterminds

9:58 pm smshedpncarrots: Holy cats this chat zoooooms! #crafterminds #crafterminds

9:58 pm jenkied: Utah has a big head start. I'm in Tulsa, OK and I don't think anyone has ever heardof blogging here. #crafterminds

9:58 pm dollarcraft: @RockABow CHA = Craft & Hobby Assoc. Trade Show #crafterminds

9:58 pm thesickchick: #crafterminds --I want to thank our moderators! And everyone who hasparticipated, wow, what a lightening fast but informative chat!!

9:59 pm clumsycrafter : RT @thesickchick: #crafterminds --I want to thank our moderators! And everyonewho has participated, wow, what a lightening fast but informative chat!!

9:59 pm cottagemagpie: This is true. I never put full content or my "good" p ix on there. RT @clumsycrafter Fb takes non-exclusive rights to content. #crafterminds

9:59 pm madiganmade: Thanks for a helpful chat! Off to walk the pup... #crafterminds

9:59 pm krystinam: hi i'm krystina of lollipops cards http://www.lollipopscards.com/#crafterminds

9:59 pm thesickchick: @ jenkied -- I visit Tulsa every few months and I know I've heard of blogging ;)#crafterminds

9:59 pm casabellaproj: Y'all have a fab afternoon! :) #crafterminds


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9:59 pm clumsycrafter : RT @cottagemagpie: This is true. I never put full content or my "good" pix onthere. RT @clumsycrafter Fb takes non-exclusive rights to content. #crafterminds

9:59 pm junevintage: @crafterminds just wanted to say I am taking questions on blogging internetsafety, if anyone wants to send me a note to ask! #crafterminds

9:59 pm crafterminds: Remember we're doing a recap of this chat on http://crafterminds.com - if youmissed the goodies, come by and read! #crafterminds

9:59 pm thisiscarrie: @RockABow @JenClark74 I'm in Orange County too! #crafterminds

9:59 pm cottagemagpie: Thanks y'all! What a GREAT chat! #crafterminds

9:59 pm sheyb: GAME. ON! Bring it! :) RT @infarrantly: Amen and I don't even live there!RT@taunitweets: @sheyb Ha! Youll never take UT! #crafterminds

9:59 pm CraftaholicAnon: Anyone in VA? I feel like a lone crafter #crafterminds

9:59 pm sandyalamode: RT @crafterminds: Everyone needs to get on the craft map for sure!!http://thecraftmap.blogspot.com/ #crafterminds

9:59 pm crafterminds: Thanks to EVERYONE for attending - you all rock. What great information!#crafterminds

9:59 pm clumsycrafter : thanks all you crafty people! #crafterminds

9:59 pm mycottagecharm: gotta go cook some Zoupa Tuscano have a great night #crafterminds

9:59 pm bobalooKids: Today's chat made me very happy I'm a fast reader! #crafterminds

9:59 pm Lilbrownhouse: Thanks so much for the chat love!! "See" you next week! #crafterminds

9:59 pm krystinam: xoxo #crafterminds

10:00 pm CraftaholicAnon: RT @taunitweets: @sheyb Ha! You'll never take UT! #crafterminds

10:00 pm kristananne: Thanks for the great chat y'all. See y'all next week! #crafterminds

10:00 pm dollarcraft: You can find a transcript right now: http://wthashtag.com/Crafterminds or wait for the transcript on Crafterminds.com later #crafterminds

10:00 pm jenkied: I love you Linda!! #crafterminds

10:00 pm HopeAbound: @ junevintage I'm not familiar with Etsy team. #crafterminds

10:00 pm ThinkUrCrafty: Thanks!! #crafterminds

10:00 pm cottagemagpie: @bobalooKids I'm thinking I need speed reading lessons for next week! Ha!#crafterminds

10:00 pm my8kidsmom: #crafterminds Thanks guys!!!!

10:00 pm jenjentrixie: That sounds so good!! RT @mycottagecharm: gotta go cook some ZoupaTuscano have a great night #crafterminds

10:00 pm smshedpncarrots: See you all next week luvvvs! #crafterminds #crafterminds

10:00 pm tabbiecat77: Awesome chat! See you guys next Monday! :-) #crafterminds

10:00 pm sheyb: Gotta go get my oldest girl from school! Today was her first day at a new school.Must see how it went! XO! #crafterminds

10:00 pm FutureSub: I'm LA based! Sounds fun :) RT @dollarcraft: If anyone is in SoCal/LA, well be

getting together at CHA at the end of January. #crafterminds

10:00 pm theidearoom: Thanks @crafterminds and everyone else...gotta run! Love these chats!#crafterminds

10:00 pm sandyalamode: The chat moved fast but got a lot of great advice from others! Thanks#crafterminds!

10:00 pm sheyb: Thanks everyone for letting me join in! #crafterminds

10:00 pm SongsKateSang: Hello! I'm Kate from Songs Kate Sang #crafterminds

10:00 pm ElizabethRevels: @mycottagecharm not fair at all. And I love my repurposed life #crafterminds

10:01 pm taunitweets: Great chat! RT @crafterminds: Were wrapping this puppy up... #crafterminds


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10:01 pm marissamakes: Thanks, @crafterminds! Kicking the year off in crafty style. ? #crafterminds

10:01 pm CraftProject: thanks everyone for the great chat - I really enjoyed it #crafterminds

10:01 pm CraftaholicAnon: RT @Lilbrownhouse: Wondering if this chat qualifies as a cario workout....#crafterminds

10:01 pm SecondStEast: I would love to have you as a guest Blogger! RT @aisletoaloha I've never guestblogged before- I'd love to do it sometime. #crafterminds

10:01 pm ElizabethRevels: Not far that is lol #crafterminds

10:01 pm junevintage: @CraftaholicAno #crafterminds I am from good ole' Hampton Roads...missing itso!

10:01 pm lizardnladybug: @dollarcraft thanks for another great chat..now gotta read it all :) #crafterminds

10:02 pm SugarAndDots: I'm also in Orange County! http://www.SugarAndDots.com #crafterminds

10:02 pm junevintage: @HopeAbound #crafterminds Here ya go: http://www.etsy.com/teams They arebased on what you sell, where you live, etc. :)

10:03 pm FutureSub: Great as always to chat to you ladies! My head is spinning with new info. Lookforward to transcript. Thanks for hosting Amy! #crafterminds

10:03 pm carissa_marie: Thanks for letting me hang out! I've never done a twitter group chat before. Somuch fun! What a speedy hour. #crafterminds

10:03 pm CraftaholicAnon: Loved my first #crafterminds chat! X

10:04 pm dollarcraft: Feel free to stay for the after party :) #crafterminds

10:04 pm thesickchick: @dollarcraft -- But I'm exhausted already! ;) *pouty face* :) #crafterminds

10:04 pm cottagemagpie: Hahaha! It's def initely a more manageable speed, for sure! RT @dollarcraft: Feelfree to stay for the after party :) #crafterminds

10:05 pm HopeAbound: @ junevintage Thanks #crafterminds

10:05 pm shawnconna: RT @dollarcraft: The more love you give to to other bloggers, the more love willcome back to your blog! #factoftheuniverse #crafterminds

10:05 pm attemptingaloha: Thanks for the chat. My husband demo'ed our old bathroom vanity and installed anew one in that hour! Sweet! ! #crafterminds

10:07 pm GardenGnomeArts: RT @dollarcraft: The more love you give to to other bloggers, the more love willcome back to your blog! #factoftheuniverse #crafterminds

10:07 pm ElizabethRevels: You can breath and actually read the posts now #crafterminds

10:07 pm tabbiecat77: Lucky girl! RT @attemptingaloha: Thanks for the chat. My husband demoed our old bathroom vanity and installed a new one... #crafterminds

10:08 pm JenClark74: RT @marissamakes: Thanks, @crafterminds! Kicking the year off in crafty style. ?#crafterminds

10:10 pm timeoutmommy: http://yfrog.com/h6cf1aj Missed #crafterminds chat cause I took my new babiesto the vet. Say hi to Olive and Scout!

10:10 pm Steph2Pigs: Thank you so much! You are all so encouraging! So glad I was here.#crafterminds

10:11 pm RockABow: @infarrantly Would love to be one of your NY resolution mentored or would it mementee? :) #crafterminds

10:11 pm creationzstudio: missed the last half of crafterminds :( I'll have to look up the transcript! :) greatadvice today! Thank you everyone!! #crafterminds

10:11 pm MonicaBenavidez: @timeoutmommy They are so cute!! #crafterminds

10:11 pm ElizabethRevels: Had a lovely time thanks everybody #crafterminds

10:13 pm marissamakes: Now, to add a bunch more fabulous folks to the craft list! #crafterminds

10:16 pm dollarcraft: Thanks to everyone who participated in #crafterminds. Join us next week, sametime & place! #crafterminds


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10:16 pm Steph2Pigs: RT @crafterminds: Everyone needs to get on the craft map for sure!!http://thecraftmap.blogspot.com/ #crafterminds

10:16 pm kassarie: @amschotter Thanks to you as well!!! :) Welcome to #crafterminds!

10:16 pm hiyaluv: @amschotter @sandyalamode @aisletoaloha no problem! #crafterminds

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