---NEWS---EXCITING OPPORTUNITIES FOR MEMBERS OF THE CRAFTY MOMS GROUP!!!

Stefanie - posted on 05/15/2009 ( 9 moms have responded )

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---NEWS---EXCITING PRODUCT GALLERY CHANGES AND MUCH MORE!!!!


Hello everyone!


Also, I am looking for some feedback from all of my worldwide TCMG members, on what I think could be a fantastic opportunity for us! Email me right away, and let me know what you think of the following idea. If I get enough positive feedback, I believe I will go ahead and implement the plan/program, with the goal of having it rolling by mid-to-end of summer. The idea is this............To put together a "Sampler Box", created EXCLUSIVELY by members of The Crafty Moms Group. It would be called "The Crafty Moms Group Fine Artisan Sampler", and again.....participation in the sample donation program would be offered ONLY to members of The Crafty Moms Group. I believe it would only take a very short time to gain quite a following, especially with the MANY advertising outlets I currently utilize.....as well as my regional craft show connections. I believe this would be a fantastic opportunity for all of our members, to advertise in a very personal and effective manner, basically free of charge (just donate your samples). I personally, have previously (and currently) contributed to similar type sampler boxes and had immediate success moving product and gaining business. I would love to be able to present this opportunity to this group's fantastic member's! It would take some work on my end for sure, but it's completely worth it to me, to help other artisan mother's in ANY way I can-----to boost your business and your confidence! PLEASE, I am looking for immediate feedback on this idea, and am glad to answer any questions also. Contact me asap at www.swccreations.artfire.com OR thecraftymomsgroup@yahoo.com to let me know how you feel about this program idea!

I want to make sure everyone in this group also knows about the hottest new Craft Ezine on the internet......www.HandmadeNews.com! If you haven't been there, you're missing out on the best craft articles and information available on the web today....written and composed by some of the most talented craft artisans in the world! Go to www.HandmadeNews.org today, and find out what you've been missing. I promise, you WON"T regret it! For those of you who foloow closely, you can also find my "Crafty Tips of the Day", everyday, on HandmadeNews.org, too!


In closing, I just want to say "Thank You" to all of this group's wonderful, talented members. We all have one common goal/interest.....to be successful artisan mother's, and it absolutely warms my heart to help and see others helping each other to achieve that goal! THIS is why I founded The Crafty Moms Group.....so let's keep up the great work and support for one another.


Thanks Much & God Bless~~~Stef/TCMG Administrator

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Stefanie - posted on 06/03/2009

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Check out http://www.outoftheboxsampler.com. You'll notice that I'm currently one of their Feature Contributors, based off of my sample quantities and quality! This is the perfect site to reference, and I would love to hear some feedback from you guys after you check it out and maybe have a little clearer view of the concept! ~~~Stef/Adminstrator

Stephannie - posted on 05/28/2009

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Hi Stefanie, I might be interested as well. Could you post a website that has some of the boxes that you may have participated in so that we can see an example of what you are talking about? Stephannie

Leslie - posted on 05/27/2009

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hi stephanie - might be intersted, too! am i getting the right idea...boxes with a variety of product for sale??? leslie

Stefanie - posted on 05/26/2009

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Thanks for your interest everyone! Here's a little more info about the boxes for you to ponder! I am getting quite a few questions, so I thought it may be easier to post some more info, rather than email everyone. If you need more info, just let me know!

The sampler boxes would be very neatly, compartmented boxes containing 20 or so different samples from different crafters. They would be sold to the public via extensive advertising and networking services I currently use. Sales would probably start out small the first month or two, but the ultimate goal after that would be to have 200-300 sampler boxes going out PER MONTH within the first year......and grow from there Contributors to the box would have options as to how many samples they are required to send in to participate in each month's sampler, with added incentives for the number of samples you send in. For instance, contributors will be required to send in just a minimum 20 samples to participate in a sampler box, but if they contribute 60 they earn a free ad button on the home page of the TCMG website......and so on and so forth, I'm sure you get the idea! There will also be minimum requirements on how samples must be packaged, to keep the integrity and appearance of the sampler as professional and high-quality as possible. I have participated in high-quality sampler boxes before, so I'm telling you from experience that this is a GREAT way to gain exposure and get people actually USING your products.....it's basically free advertising to a TARGETED crowd. The people who are getting your samples are already interested in products you have to offer----that's why they're buying the box!

I'm getting some great feedback regarding the idea, and really do hope to see it come to life in the very near future. I will be keeping the group informed on any new developments.....but don't hesitate to contact me anytime if you have any questions or feedback for me! Thanks again, and have a fantastic day! ~~~Stef

Janet - posted on 05/26/2009

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Hi Stephanie, I'm new to this so I would like a little more info on this idea please : ) Who are these baskets going to exactly? How many baskets will be made? Are these baskets just for people to check out the items or will the basket/items be sold? Sorry, lots of questions but want to understand. It sounds like a great promotional tool. I've been searching for a way to make money from home! Thanks, Janet

Mary Beth - posted on 05/22/2009

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Sounds great to me, Stefanie, count me in. Just let me know what I need to do. Thanks for doing this!!!! Mary Beth

Nicole - posted on 05/20/2009

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I think it would be wonderful; however, I am currently remodeling my studio and wouldn't be able to contribute anything for some time. My other business is demanding all my attention as well, but I would LOVE to have this opportunity when I am ready and able!
Thanks!

Stefanie - posted on 05/19/2009

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You're absolutely right.....I put ".com" on one line, and then ".org" on the next line! Oops----Sorry!

Emily - posted on 05/16/2009

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I just tried going to the website and wanted to clarify that the address is www.handmadenews.org (not .com)