HANDCRAFTS

I love all handcrafts, today I edit a blog about handcrafts using recycling materials and objects.

I have been in the workforce for 40 years. Ten of those years were spent in international trade as a freight forwarder. For the past 20 years I have been involved with the real estate industry. As a freight forwarder I handled communications with customers worldwide. I created forms to increase efficiency and wrote detailed job descriptions and instructions for crossover training in my department. My experience in the real estate industry has been focused on multi-family housing. My employer creates software programs that are used by the apartment industry. I have helped develop three different phases of software used by real estate agents to do apartment locating. I have written several training manuals, one video production, and examples used to train the agents. I am the primary instructor in webinars and on-site training classes. During this time I also earned my own real estate license and performed apartment locating for 3 years. I have extensive experience in creating sales and marketing pieces for our products. I have written many newsletter articles and prepared numerous advertising flyers and email campaigns to introduce the release of new features and options. As the manager of my department, I have written job descriptions, conducted interviews, and prepared a competency test used in interviews. I have written the department's training program for new employees. I maintain our client database and am responsible for all client accounting and correspondence. My life experiences include being married and widowed, married and divorced, being the mother of a handicapped child, and a member of a non-denominational Bible church for 50 years. I recently closed my home-based business selling personal safety products over the Internet. My hobbies are reading, handcrafts and computer learning. My corporate experience makes it easy for me to write "How To" articles with steps in logical order using common lang

Barbara Giordano is a self representing fine art artist and handcrafts jewelry designs. Barbara is passionate about the artworks she creates and writes about the work on her blog.

Michelle McLaughlin is a 44-year-old small business owner, medical transcriptionist, mom to 2 young adults with autism. She loves cooking, handcrafts, and being creative.

I am a writer, a mother, and an all around creative person. I need to write the way other people need to breathe. I do both technical and creative writing. When you love your work, it isn't work but pleasure. I believe everyone should find as much passion and joy in what they do. My interests and hobbies include... Reading books for learning and for pleasure; it keeps hte mind fresh and the spirit happy. Handcrafts of all kinds: knitting, crochet, embroidery, sewing, and embellished scrapbooking. There is no object as satisfying as one crafted by hand. I love sharing the many joys of learning, playing, and crafting with my children. I hope I can ignite in them a passion for life, an appreciation of the world around us, and joy in all things great and small. ::My passion:: is writing. When you love your work, it isn't work but pleasure. ::Why I write:: I need to write like other people need to breathe. ::My first job::taught me how much fun it is to play with liquid nitrogen. ::My best moment::is when I am sharing the many joys of learning, playing, and crafting with my children. I hope I can ignite in them a passion for life and joy in all things great and small. ::My inspiration::comes from everyone who lives life with passion and daring.

I have lived in many places throughout the western US, and enjoy reading, history, and handcrafts. Currently, I reside in Nampa, ID.

An three time award winning novelist; a poet, photographer, drummer and actress who handcrafts Bold-of-Spirit line of necklaces as "self-therapy." Spiritual guide to women on the Path. Telephone and Email consultations: 718-320-4207; orisha2012@yahoo.com

Married over 28 years, 3 children, 4 grandchildren. Volunteer firefighter for over 15 years. I grew up an Air Force brat and moved around many times. Lived in Germany for about 3 years while a young child. Love to learn new things.

Theresa writes under the pen names Adrianna Dane, Tess Maynard, and Darcy Abriel. She is currently published with Amber Quill Press, Loose Id, and Phaze Books. Her main website is www.adriannadane.com.

Raised in NYC. Mother Lilo Mickley acted off-off Broadway at Washington Players Theater on 13th St. Attended HS of Art and Design and Art Student's League. Went on to design and create leather items at the Karmacy Leather Shoppe, San Diego, CA. Became a frugalista/minimalist who now writes about simple living. Work history includes adventures with non-profits, community newspapers, and freelance writing. Currently doing creative services, publicity, the Trail of the Coeur d'Alenes Unofficial Guidebook, and Simple Unhooked Living: Comfort and Freedom Without Pipes and Wires.

I am an independent self learner. My life experience has been extensive, varied and sometimes highly unusual. I enjoy learning for learning's sake, and sharing experiences and knowledge with others through various venues like print, video, or audio.

A former zookeeper turned author and editor, Kelly Schaub calls Oregon home. She has published two contemporary romance short stories and in between articles works on her novels. Find her at www.thewritecritter.com

Janet Mallia is a full time freelance translator and writer. She is working in this profession, after 13 years working in journalistic, educational and public relations environment in her native country, Malta. Janet has got a passion for writing and really hopes that the re

A homeschooling mother of three, Beth Paul is a devoted Christian with a passion for educating children without compromising strongly held beliefs. In her "spare" time, she is a freelance writer and children's ministry director.

Born in IL, when I was 1 my parents moved to South Africa. I am nurse and have worked in South Africa and London, United Kingdom. Now living on homestead in OH where I am starting up charity called 4AfiKidz to raise funds for orphans and abandoned children in South Africa.

I spent many years in the electro-mechanical trades. I also worked as an electrician and did other forms of construction related work. I enjoy home repair projects and learning about how to do them. That, with an enjoyment of writing, makes for a fun hobby. Follow me on Twitter: blbaird725

Beth Ann Stevens possesses broad experience integrating creative arts as a teaching and healing tool. She has spent much time and training in the wilderness. Currently, she owns and operates a bed and breakfast with her husband and twin toddlers.

Mike Anderson has lived for 20 years in Mexico and Guatemala. Now in Guanajuato, Mike is attempting to photograph and document this incredible town at LaCasaDeDonaAna.com, GuanajuatoMuseums.com, and GuanajuatoTravelGuide.com

Lisa Marlowe, former Navy brat, grew up all over the United States. Each duty station brought new life experiences and interests. As an adult, she has had several careers, and gained a high level of expertise in each one.

Born in Spain, I moved to Canada in 1986, and I've lived in the province of Québec ever since. I love nature and open spaces, animals, and having a good laugh with my friends

I am a 51 year old female graduate student who is currently attending school in Northern California during the week and flying home to the San Diego/Tijuana area on the weekends. I am one of those many individuals who experience life on the border between the US and Mexico.

permanently disabled since 1997 just purchased 1st pc looking to keep busy

I am interested in everything...except housework. Expect me to write about it all.

I think, therefore I am.

Hi- Having achieved a full time career in parenting my four children for 20 years, I am now adjusting to life as an accountant and graduate student.

A recent college graduate with degrees in English and Theater, Elif currently working in Washington DC, as she pursues a career in Artistic Administration.