Written by Sara Vaccariellion Dec,4,2008
Jewelry can remain sparkly and fabulous if cared for properly. It doesn't take a lot of effort, but it will be worth every minute invested. Here are several simple tips:
1. Sonic cleaners are fantastic. Just a drop of ammonia and dishwashing liquid in the water does wonders! Make sure to let the jewelry dry completely before putting it way. Don't put pearls, rubies, turquoise, amber, coral, or emeralds in a sonic cleaner. Use mild soap and water with a soft cloth instead.
2. If you don't have a sonic cleaner, or if you jewelry is seriously dirty, invest in a soft toothbrush. Softly scrub the jewelry with mixture of a cup of hot water with a splash of ammonia and a small squirt of dishwashing liquid.
3. Tarnished jewelry should be cleaned with a tarnish remover specifically safe for jewelry. Silver polish works brilliantly on tarnished silver, making the piece almost like new.
4. Don't spray hairspray or perfume while wearing your jewelry. These sticky particles will adhere to your jewelry and attract dust. Jewelry should be the last thing you put on and the first thing you take off to avoid damage. Most cosmetics are harmful to jewelry.
5. For a quick clean, spray window cleaner on a soft cloth (like a washcloth) and wipe the jewelry. Don't spray the cleaner directly onto the jewelry as you won't be able to wipe it from all the tiny nooks and crannies.
6. Remove your jewelry when cleaning, putting on lotion, swimming in a pool or ocean, gardening, or when you're in extreme heat or cold.
Sara Vaccarielli is the designer and owner of Twinkle Studio, remaking vintage gems into luxe modern jewelry at all price-points including 10 items every day that are available for $10 each. http://www.twinkle-studio.com
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Sara_Vaccarielli
Dec 8, 2008
World War - 3D Animation
World War - 3D Animation @ University Of Hertfordshire 2008
by Digital Animation Herts Uni UK
World War was created by Vincent Chai for his final degree project whilst studying 3D Animation at the University Of Hertfordshire.
Vincent Chai portfolio:
vincentch20.co.uk/
visit uhanimation.co.uk to see more films created by the University of Hertfordshire Digital Animation 3D|VFX|2D|Games Art students.
depacco.com:a scam
Follow isn't my video i found it in some forum:
I have joined depacco.com about half years ago,so today my earning is more then €5000,so I think I will get my earning,but when I click the Payout button,It say that 'You don't have minium of payout. 'It is a scam web,but from this I know that make money online is not so eary,to work hard is the right things I should do now.Meantime,I am very sorry for my downlines.
Here are my account Screenshots:
I have joined depacco.com about half years ago,so today my earning is more then €5000,so I think I will get my earning,but when I click the Payout button,It say that 'You don't have minium of payout. 'It is a scam web,but from this I know that make money online is not so eary,to work hard is the right things I should do now.Meantime,I am very sorry for my downlines.
Here are my account Screenshots:
Dec 7, 2008
Fat City Reprise - Long Gone
Music Video for "Long Gone" from Fat City Reprise
Director: Cesar Kuriyama
Director of Photography: Tommy Agriodimas
:PRODUCTION NOTE:
No Video cameras were used in the production of this music video. It was created entirely from 45,000 Photographs taken by a Nikon D200 DSLR.
10 Ways to Pick Up Business in a Down Economy
Written by Tim Hayeson Dec,4,2008
Remember the bumper stickers back in the nineties that said "Kill Your Television"?
Well, based on all the over simplified economic news coming from the major networks, the financial networks and radio too-it's something to consider again. No doubt, when the challenges of the current economy are studied in history, a major factor driving the psychology of the event will be the media.
There's one problem with "mass media", sweeping generalizations. The broad brush-the it's everywhere approach-lacks specifics for each of our own backyards.
The result is that a lot of business owners experiencing a slowdown just say it's the economy. Newsflash, there are companies that make millions of dollars in bad times. So, it can be done. Here's how:
1. Focus on Your World
The news is a sweeping generalization and has no problem letting us think this is the way of the world. Take a hard look at the reality of your situation:
Are you still in business?
Are you in foreclosure or in danger of getting there?
Do you work in a failed bank or investment firm?
Is your industry of field lined up for a bailout?
If not, pay attention to what's affecting you--not what the media says is affecting us. Do you work. Reposition your produces and services to meet your customers changing needs. Don't sit on your hands and blame the economy.
2. Protect Existing Customers/Clients
When was the last time you communicated with them without trying to sell them something? Bad idea if it's been longer than a few weeks. Get a newsletter or ezine going now and a minimum of monthly. Figure our ways you can start right now to show them how you appreciate them. Show them you solve their problems and don't be a source of their worries or fears. Even better, start making them some great offers the boosts value so they continue to spend money with your business.
3. Install or Crank Up Referral Programs
New marketing is expensive and referrals are far easier and cheaper to get. Your customers are like seeds in an apple. You can focus on how many seeds are in the apple. Getting referrals is focusing on how many apples are in a seed. If your clients like you, then you're good for the people they like. Make that point clear and get referrals--now!
4. Know Who Buys What
Not all of your customers or clients buy everything you have to offer. Start breaking down your list to who buys what. Now you can sell what they want easier, identify and right buyer for new business. Then create campaigns to cross sell to your client base. No time? List companies can do it for you. Does it work? Well, there has to be a reason Head & Shoulders has 9 different shampoos.
5. Fix Your Customer Service
When business was for the taking, customer service wasn't very important. Now, a lax customer service is the room where your competitors will drive a wedge between you and your profits (or survival). Conduct a top to bottom review of all the points anyone in your company comes in contact with a customer. Are complaints resolved quickly? Do people show up on time for appointment? Are things ready with a client wants them? Better be 100% sure. .
6. Multiple Marketing Campaigns
I've kicked up the sales volume for many a client who they thought what they were doing was enough. After looking at the numbers and facts, they actually had a capacity to do a lot more marketing. Dan Kennedy says, "The most dangerous number is 1." So if you only have one way to market; what happens when you business slows down? Right, blame the economy because MSNBC says so. Same goes for referral programs--having and executing only one does not cut in today's business environment.
7. Joint Ventures
Have you ever considered a JV with any business that has customers who fit the same profile as your ideal customers? If you're a professional I'll wager there are other businesses in your building that would make excellent JV partners. JVs are like making a sale; you have to ask to get one. Look, after referrals this should be the next avenue you use for new business in 2009.
8. Use Off line Marketing
It's ironic to recommend that strategy in an ezine article. Online marketing is big and getting bigger. The total RSS feeds, ezines, blogs and landing pages will double in 2008 and do so again in 2009. The number is even larger for emails. That makes older media more attractive because there's less competition. Direct mail, display ads, inserts, post cards and printed newsletters--when done right produce very profitable results. Don't give up on an older media just because a new one comes along. Think of ways to go "Old School"
9. Tie In Promotions
Just tying your promotions to the national holidays gives you eleven additional campaigns in 2009. Use any or all of the manufactured events like Mother's Day, Father's Day, the vernal equinox or summer solstice and you got more than any competitor can think of in a year. Get thee a marketing calendar and start making plans. Of course, you can make up your own reasons for a promotion. If the economy seems crazy, they go crazy yourself.
10. Give More Away
Put the Law of Reciprocity to work for you. Send gifts in the mail, free samples, sweeten offers with bonuses and free stuff. Too expensive you say? Information costs you nothing to give away. Bonus reports and "how to" information goes a long way. Want a great lesson on how to do this? Donate to a charity with a lot of marketing savvy. I recommend the DAV and Covenant House. You'll help a good cause and get a graduate level education on how to use free stuff. Remember donate to charities you believe in and support.
Any turn down in the economy does not last forever. The trick is to make sure your business can outlast the cycle. Turn off the TV and get to work. Give your competition something more to worry about than a bad economy-you.
Tim Hayes is principal of Timothy Hayes Copywriting/Consulting. His practice provides marketing communications, direct response programs and consulting for B2B and B2C organizations. With over 23 years face to face selling and marketing experience you get an unfair advantage in all your marketing communications. Tim offers marketing consulting through his Half and Full Day with Tim program. To get full details on the complete services for Timothy Hayes Copywriting/Consulting visit http://www.thayescopywring.com Tim can be reached by phone at (978) 269-4861, email at tim@thayescopywriting.com or fax (978) 453-1873.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Tim_Hayes
Remember the bumper stickers back in the nineties that said "Kill Your Television"?
Well, based on all the over simplified economic news coming from the major networks, the financial networks and radio too-it's something to consider again. No doubt, when the challenges of the current economy are studied in history, a major factor driving the psychology of the event will be the media.
There's one problem with "mass media", sweeping generalizations. The broad brush-the it's everywhere approach-lacks specifics for each of our own backyards.
The result is that a lot of business owners experiencing a slowdown just say it's the economy. Newsflash, there are companies that make millions of dollars in bad times. So, it can be done. Here's how:
1. Focus on Your World
The news is a sweeping generalization and has no problem letting us think this is the way of the world. Take a hard look at the reality of your situation:
Are you still in business?
Are you in foreclosure or in danger of getting there?
Do you work in a failed bank or investment firm?
Is your industry of field lined up for a bailout?
If not, pay attention to what's affecting you--not what the media says is affecting us. Do you work. Reposition your produces and services to meet your customers changing needs. Don't sit on your hands and blame the economy.
2. Protect Existing Customers/Clients
When was the last time you communicated with them without trying to sell them something? Bad idea if it's been longer than a few weeks. Get a newsletter or ezine going now and a minimum of monthly. Figure our ways you can start right now to show them how you appreciate them. Show them you solve their problems and don't be a source of their worries or fears. Even better, start making them some great offers the boosts value so they continue to spend money with your business.
3. Install or Crank Up Referral Programs
New marketing is expensive and referrals are far easier and cheaper to get. Your customers are like seeds in an apple. You can focus on how many seeds are in the apple. Getting referrals is focusing on how many apples are in a seed. If your clients like you, then you're good for the people they like. Make that point clear and get referrals--now!
4. Know Who Buys What
Not all of your customers or clients buy everything you have to offer. Start breaking down your list to who buys what. Now you can sell what they want easier, identify and right buyer for new business. Then create campaigns to cross sell to your client base. No time? List companies can do it for you. Does it work? Well, there has to be a reason Head & Shoulders has 9 different shampoos.
5. Fix Your Customer Service
When business was for the taking, customer service wasn't very important. Now, a lax customer service is the room where your competitors will drive a wedge between you and your profits (or survival). Conduct a top to bottom review of all the points anyone in your company comes in contact with a customer. Are complaints resolved quickly? Do people show up on time for appointment? Are things ready with a client wants them? Better be 100% sure. .
6. Multiple Marketing Campaigns
I've kicked up the sales volume for many a client who they thought what they were doing was enough. After looking at the numbers and facts, they actually had a capacity to do a lot more marketing. Dan Kennedy says, "The most dangerous number is 1." So if you only have one way to market; what happens when you business slows down? Right, blame the economy because MSNBC says so. Same goes for referral programs--having and executing only one does not cut in today's business environment.
7. Joint Ventures
Have you ever considered a JV with any business that has customers who fit the same profile as your ideal customers? If you're a professional I'll wager there are other businesses in your building that would make excellent JV partners. JVs are like making a sale; you have to ask to get one. Look, after referrals this should be the next avenue you use for new business in 2009.
8. Use Off line Marketing
It's ironic to recommend that strategy in an ezine article. Online marketing is big and getting bigger. The total RSS feeds, ezines, blogs and landing pages will double in 2008 and do so again in 2009. The number is even larger for emails. That makes older media more attractive because there's less competition. Direct mail, display ads, inserts, post cards and printed newsletters--when done right produce very profitable results. Don't give up on an older media just because a new one comes along. Think of ways to go "Old School"
9. Tie In Promotions
Just tying your promotions to the national holidays gives you eleven additional campaigns in 2009. Use any or all of the manufactured events like Mother's Day, Father's Day, the vernal equinox or summer solstice and you got more than any competitor can think of in a year. Get thee a marketing calendar and start making plans. Of course, you can make up your own reasons for a promotion. If the economy seems crazy, they go crazy yourself.
10. Give More Away
Put the Law of Reciprocity to work for you. Send gifts in the mail, free samples, sweeten offers with bonuses and free stuff. Too expensive you say? Information costs you nothing to give away. Bonus reports and "how to" information goes a long way. Want a great lesson on how to do this? Donate to a charity with a lot of marketing savvy. I recommend the DAV and Covenant House. You'll help a good cause and get a graduate level education on how to use free stuff. Remember donate to charities you believe in and support.
Any turn down in the economy does not last forever. The trick is to make sure your business can outlast the cycle. Turn off the TV and get to work. Give your competition something more to worry about than a bad economy-you.
Tim Hayes is principal of Timothy Hayes Copywriting/Consulting. His practice provides marketing communications, direct response programs and consulting for B2B and B2C organizations. With over 23 years face to face selling and marketing experience you get an unfair advantage in all your marketing communications. Tim offers marketing consulting through his Half and Full Day with Tim program. To get full details on the complete services for Timothy Hayes Copywriting/Consulting visit http://www.thayescopywring.com Tim can be reached by phone at (978) 269-4861, email at tim@thayescopywriting.com or fax (978) 453-1873.
Article Source: http://EzineArticles.com/?expert=Tim_Hayes
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