BT Group plc ADR BT CEO HostsAnnual General Meeting Transcript

BT Group plc ADR BT CEO Hosts 2013 Annual General Meeting Transcript

Good morning, ladies and gentlemen. Welcome, and thank you very much for coming to our 2013 Annual General Meeting. Its a particular pleasure to be back here in Edinburgh today. We meet so that the board of BT can report to you on how the company has performed, and the story is a very positive one.

Our financial results have met or exceeded expectations. We have continued to reward you, our shareholders, and we have continued to provide services for a wide array of customers, including very noticeably, last summer, when we helped to deliver a successful Olympic and Paralympic Games. We were both sponsors of and infrastructure provider for this important event. It was BT who helped broadcast video and data to the world. We were able to deliver success here on many other fronts, thanks to the tremendous efforts of our people and the strength of a very talented and dedicated management team.

As many of you know, we announced last month an important change to that team. The change arises because the Chief Executive was asked by the Prime Minister to become the Minister of State for Trade and Investment. Ians view, which I share, is that it was an honor for him to be asked to serve the nation in this way. He will leave BT in September and commence work as Trade Minister in December after 11 very successful years with this company, the past 5 of them as our Chief Executive. The company has become distinctly stronger on Ians watch, as we saw in the full year financial results.

But I also want to turn to the appointment of Gavin Patterson as Ians successor taking over in September. The board was very clear that Gavin is the right person to lead BT in the years ahead. As Chief Executive of our Retail Division, Gavin has become a member of the BT board for the past 5 years. He has a detailed knowledge of all parts of our business. He was involved in creating the strategy, which has delivered BTs recent record of strong performance. He is committed to continuing to develop and implement that strategy, including through the launch of BT Sport, an initiative which he helped to conceive and where his involvement has been critical. As the leader of our Retail Division, Gavin has consistently delivered strong financial and operational results, and the board has every confidence the company will continue to move forward with the relentless execution of our strategy.

Let me now turn to the financial results for the year, which Ian will cover in detail. These showed a very healthy position with regard to cost control, profits and rewards for shareholders and compared very favorably to an industry, which across Europe, has seen profits and cash flows decline. Our financial performance has been such that we proposed a final dividend of 6.5p, taking the total dividend for the year to 9.5p, an increase of 14% on the previous year. That is towards the higher end of the 10% to 15% range, which we promised, reflecting our good performance in the year. And we continue to expect that well increase dividend payments by a further 10% to 15%, both this year and next year.

Just as we take seriously our obligation to deliver strong financial results, so we take very seriously all of our wider obligations to society and the communities in which we live, as we do through our people and through our technology. Im proud that we made time for BT people to spend more than the equivalent of 43,000 days volunteering to help with a huge array of charitable and community projects around the world. During the year, we worked with 856 charities across more than 2,000 projects. Many were small scale local initiative initiatives. Others were higher profile, for example, supporting Children in Need and Comic Relief. On Red Nose Day, hundreds of BT volunteers were the heart and operation, which dealt with more than 450,000 phone calls. Their effort helped Comic Relief raise GBP 75 million, the highest indiscernible total in the history of Red Nose Day. and around the world. And our commission free MyDonate platform for online giving continues to make progress, helping 3,600 charities to raise GBP 25 million over the year. All this is activity which we are very proud, but we never forget were able to do these things because we are running your company in a manner that delivers financial success.

So before I finish, I want to show you this. As this slide shows, over the past year, the average return on shares held in the company listed in the FTSE 100 gave a return of 16%. For European telecommunication companies, the average figure was negative and minus 3%. For BT, by contrast, the return was 55%, and our share price is now the highest it has been for 12 years. As you can see, it is also similar picture for 3 years where BT has achieved 124% return, far outpacing both the FTSE in comparable companies. I think those figures show that the strategy we have for this company continues to be the right one. Our aim remains to drive profitable revenue growth and to increase our profits and cash. We are making the returns we need to invest in your company and make it even stronger for the future. You can see that with our rollout of fiber optic cable for faster broadband, which is one of the fastest rollouts in the world. You can see that with our investment in BT Sports and Television. And you can see that as we continue to drive investment in high growth areas of the world. The management team continues to run the business in a manner which enables all of this and enables us to reduce our debt, support the pension fund and pay you, our shareholders, a progressive dividend. As a company, our vision continues to be one of better serving all those who have a stake in the success of BT.

And Im now going to hand over to Ian, who will go into greater detail about how we are making that vision a reality. Ian?

Thank you, Michael, and thank you for coming today. A nice sunny day in Edinburgh is normally like this, I know. Also, I would like to thank all of you, our shareholders. Some of you have come to many of our AGMs, and Id like to thank you over the years for your help and support. It is very much appreciated.

What I want to do is talk to you today about a little bit about how we did last year, a bit about the markets in which we operate, but really concentrate on BT strategy, what is it and how we are doing with it.

First of all, in terms of last years results. In terms of revenue, our key measure is what we call underlying revenue, which was down 3%. Now we still dont want to see our revenue decline, and were absolutely investing for growth. But that number represented certainly a number that was compared well to our European competitors, and also by the last quarter of the year, weve managed to stabilize the business with no declines. And that decline really reflected price reduction, particularly due to regulation, but also niche of our business, prices often go down in many parts of our business. However, despite the decline in revenue, we actually saw an improvement in earnings per share, up 12%, the key measure of profitability.

Our free cash flow was flat, really maintaining a much higher level. 3 year 4 years ago, we were achieving around GBP 700 million odds in free cash flow. Today, GBP 2.3 billion despite substantial investment in a number of areas that will drive our future growth.

Net debt will continue to come down. We reduced our net debt by over GBP 1 billion. And it is very important to us as a management team, Im sure to you as shareholders, that we actually focus on bringing down net debt, make our company very strong and stable. And its something that has improved over many, many years, and its something we are committed to do, a strong company that invests in the future.

Turning a little bit to the markets in which we operate. isnt doing so well. Its not true in telecom. Its not true at all. and how were doing. And you can see these in these charts. These are charts by Ofcom, not from BT. Thats from Ofcom. But telecom is and significantly so. And that actually reflects competition. And its not just true in traditional fixed lines. Its not just true in the second chart of broadband, but also superfast broadband, so fiber. prices are. in a good position.

And you see that good position isnt just about price. being slow, and we know there are some places were rolling out fiber as fast as we can in some places that doesnt have it. But again, an independent study, not something commissioned by BT, were now a 2 in the G8 group Of companies for fastest broadband speeds. Were behind Japan, although the topology of Japan, obviously with more people living in apartment blocks, makes it easier in some ways, but were ahead of our major industrial competitors. And that position is improving all the time with our fast rollout program.

So we do well on cost, well in speed, and also, on overall usage of Internet. actually uses Internet a lot. And were actually ranked, this is a survey by Boston Consulting Group, they are one of the major consulting groups, 1 in the world for the index of Internet strength, so how much people use it, the Internet, and how much it contributes to the economy. But actually, we start from a pretty enviable position. Were building it, recognize our weaknesses, try to build up. But I think particularly with BT and the investment that your company has made, actually its something to be proud of.

And that really brings us to strategy. Our strategy, and Ill explain it, if you start at the bottom left, starts with customer service delivery. And it starts for 2 reasons there. One for the obvious reason that we know we need to improve our customer service delivery because people rely on our services more and more and more. The second reason also is when something goes wrong, its also an expensive thing not just for the customers but for us as a company. And therefore, its one of the major sources of cost in our business. If you can remove failure, well reduce our cost base. And that is why customer service delivery leads on to cost transformation. Take the failures of the business, you create better business. And as we create a better business with lower costs, we free up resources to invest in our future, invest in areas such as fiber, in TV, in the fast growing economies to create a growing, strong business with sustainable, strong and growing cash flows and profits. And that is what all we want to do.

And what I want to do is just to talk you through each of the elements and tell you honestly about how were doing. Mostly good, and sometimes, we got to do better, and we recognize that as a management team. And probably no area more so than customer service delivery. I could look over the last 4 years and say weve made improvements and we have. Its true. Our consumer complaints are almost down by 2/5. And actually, if you look to our business complaints, theyre down by around about 4/5, so a huge improvement. But still too many. But last year, it wasnt so good. We measure something called right first time, and thats a key measure of how weve done things right first time. And it went backwards last year.

And the reason it went backwards after many, many years of improvements, the last 4 or 5 years of improvements, theres a number of reasons. England had its wettest in record. Scotland was we also had a bad winter but not a bad winter and summer, but not quite as bad as England did. And that meant we had a lot more repairs. Water levels rose up, affected electricals. We have got a lot more resource into repair. As we had to put it into repair, we had to take resource off, provisioning new lines, and that meant things took longer than we would have wanted. It meant we have more calls to our call centers, and it really did impact the customer service. And we know that, and that showed up in the numbers.

Ill talk shortly about how were trying to deal with that because weve got to recognize most of our hope not to have the worst weather on record every year. We are recognizing the weather is going to get more variable. Also, we recognized we have to recover from these situations more quickly. And we have started to see a stronger recovery, and we have seen the first quarter of the year, this year, much faster provision, repair times, and thats improved a lot. But were also planning significant improvement, and I wont cover all of the areas but just to give you a feel of some of the things were trying to do in making significant further investments in service.

First of this, this starts really when you make a call. I know people hate, and I include myself, the press 1, press 2, press 3. A little bit, its necessary because weve got to get the right sort of agent with the right sort of skills to handle it. But it takes too long, and theres too many buttons to press. And the more complex our business get, it doesnt get better. Well, one of the things weve done, and its a really important thing, is we recently introduced actually voice recognition. So if you say, I want to talk about my bill, it will recognize it, recognize over 9 times out of 10 what you want. And about half our customers are using that now, taking away huge amount of button pressing. Otherwise, were trying to reduce the number of options, number of menus. Were trying to multiscale our people so we dont have to be so specific about it. And weve taken about a 20% of the time outside the pressing buttons. But theres still work to do, and we know that, but we are working on it.

Were also investing in servicing a number of areas. Weve recruited, for instance, 1,600 engineers to help with fiber rollout but also to help with the repair situation, to make sure we can manage spikes in our repair, looking working with more flexibility so we can bring on more people when we really need it. But also, weve invested in contact centers so we can handle our calls. And over the last few years last year, 18 months, weve opened contact centers in South Tyneside, in Belfast, in Accrington, in Sandwell, which is in the Midlands. in doing that. Also, these people have multiple skills. So again, that helps. And the terms and conditions are more flexible. It allows us to provide service when you need it. And thats something we want to continue. We are still looking to see how we continue that. And thats something that I know Gavin and the team will be working on over the course of the next year.

But also, its about diagnostics because people often say to me, Okay, send an engineer. Now sending an engineer when an engineer isnt the right answer is as bad, frankly, as not sending an engineer when an engineer is the right answer. And its really important to have better diagnostics to help you and your home so you know when maybe youve got to call us or something, maybe you can sort it yourself because you need to just you can identify what the issue is, maybe sign with the internal wiring, but also identify for us whether it may be in the exchange, whether some of the installed copper lines, and we put a lot of investment into trying to stop that happening, or whether its somewhere else in the network.

Weve also given our engineers better tools. So youll see a number of engineers. So theyre actually carrying iPhones. Its not because they choose to carry iPhones for personal use. Because we can give them a wealth of information. And actually, its one of the largest installations of iPhones in business anywhere in Europe. And its really helping our engineers do things more quickly, reduce the task time and give them better information. So theres a number of things we are doing. But we know, and we absolutely know, there is more to do. And were really focusing on making sure this year is significantly better than last year, and frankly, the year after, better still.

Now turning away from customer service to cost transformation. This has been a big success in making our business more efficient, and its vitally important. Its a quicker business. Its one that has less failures in it. And weve reduced our cost by GBP 4.7 billion over the last 5 years about the last 4 years. And that represents over 20% of our cost base. So really, really significant reduction. And this is a more competitive business. Its vital. If we dont have a competitive cost base, if were not agile, were not quick, we just wont win business. So its been really, really important. And that has released investment funds, not just cash but also peoples tying systems, focus, to allow us to build new streams of business, which Im going to talk about in a second.

But one of things were very conscious of, as you become more efficient, you need less people. What we try to do is protect the jobs of our permanent people where we can. And we cant always do it, but weve retrained and redeployed tens of thousands of people over the last 5 years. In the last year alone, weve in sourced 4,000 roles. And thats really important. I think one of the jobs of, as the board, is try and protect as much as we can our full time employees, our permanent employees. And we see a substantial reduction in number of agency staff and temporary workers working for us and actually managed to maintain the jobs far better of BT people, permanent BT people, and Im delighted about that.

So we think weve got more to do. Were still not as efficient a business as we want to be, but well carry on doing that. Well carry on being more efficient. Well carry on being a quicker business, and well carry on finding ways in which we can protect and enhance the job for our people and hopefully recruit more as well.

So that turns me to investments for the future because all of these release of funds allows us to invest in the future. And theres a number of areas were doing it, the areas such as fiber, TV and sport, IT services and the area of mobility. And Ill talk about each of these through the slides.

How To Direct Buy from Custom Jewelry Suppliers

How To Direct Buy from Custom Jewelry Suppliers<br /><br />Are you a jewelry retailer? Do you run a website that offers interesting jewelry pieces? Do you need to find a supplier where you can directly order custom jewelry sets? Here are some ideas. Read on:<br /><br />Educate yourself. Know the latest buzz in the custom jewelry industry. You can talk to businessmen and customers alike. You can also check out trade shows, both locally and internationally. Trade shows can also allow you to personally meet some leading jewelry suppliers and/or manufacturers. By networking with them, you can readily build your business sense. You can keep yourself updated both with the latest and the forthcoming trends and innovations in custom jewelry making.<br /><br />Go on line. Finding the right jewelry supplier for your desired custom pieces isnt that complicated. You can search in Google. You can also check out some on line directories dedicated to business undertakings. One good example is ThomasNet. It has a specific listing devoted to leading jewelry suppliers. Of course, you can directly access the jewelry suppliers through their official websites. Those on line options can readily give you potential jewelry suppliers for your assessment and subsequent consideration.<br /><br />Check out the custom jewelry pieces being showcased. It is common among supplier to list their new works and the pieces that are on sale. You can browse those on line pages. See the various items, from rings to necklaces, from bracelets to earrings. Discover how unique are the pieces compared with the selections from other suppliers. You can also inquire about the materials used and the processes involved in manufacturing or making the pieces.<br /><br />Establish contact with your target suppliers. You may send them an email through their official website. You can introduce your company and mention about your interest and plan. You may also request a catalog whenever it is available. Once you have started correspondence with them, keep your relationship going on. You can eventually arrange a meeting with their representatives so you further flesh out your business scheme.<br /><br />Understand your target suppliers ordering and payment systems. Ask how your orders are going to be placed? How long is the processing period? Can payments be made using credit card? What about PayPal? Do they accept it? Are there additional charges if you order from a supplier based overseas? Are there minimum orders or everything should be placed in very big quantities? What arrangements can give you discounts? Do you need to meet some minimum requirement? Do you have to settle early? Who are the contact persons in case delays or discrepancies occur? Knowing the procedures to a tee allows you to do your future transactions smoothly and efficiently.

Beats by dedre post disaster reconstruction

beats by dedre post disaster reconstruction<br /><br />Instead of printing and mailing invoices - pdf and email them. Also in QuickBooks did you Headphones Beats know you could email your invoices directly to the client? When creating the Dre Beats Cheap Online invoice in QuickBooks, check mark at the bottom email invoice. Once you are completed with the invoice, go to File - Send Forms,Cheap Beats By Dr Dre, you can edit your message and then click Send. <br /><br />Both headphones are fingerprint magnets and therefore, Monster Cable is kind enough to include a cloth for you to clean them. The right-angled audio jacks and coating make the headphones’ cables less prone to breaking and tangling. A microphone is included for making calls on the iPhone/iPod/iPad.. <br /><br />Beats by Dr. Dre began with the eponymous recording artist/producer monster butterfly headphones, working alongside Jimmy Iovine, chairman of Interscope Geffen AM Records, himself an accomplished producer and engineer. Dre drew upon their long and varied artistic backgrounds to conceive headphones that would deliver more of the music that they hear in the studio, without the compromises common to popular equipment. <br /><br /> On many a fact-finding mission, Frame Fetcher found that several eBay listings populated the first page of a Chrome Hearts query. Not to be too dramatic, but oh for shame! Chrome Hearts is luxurious, conscientiously designed, and gratuitously priced, how can their brand name be so abused? Here’s why: when everybody wants you, everybody wants to sell you. This philosophy makes a mess of many things. <br /><br />Its the meaningless messages that really get astound me. Theyre meaningless either because they confuse being clever with being relevant, or because they are completely at odds with the image that the Dr Dre Beats Sale company concerned has been building up for years. The TiVo marketing from a few years back is a case in point. <br /><br />By necessity, this rare metal employed for healthcare techniques shouldnt produce an epidermis color response. Some 4 earrings can cost you roughly $6.50! For any more inticate look add beads and wire trim. Diamonds and earrings both come in a wide array of styles, shapes and dimensions. <br /><br />On first listen, the Solo headphones sound distinctly muddy. We allowed plenty of time for the drivers to burn in but in practise after a few weeks of daily use, performance has not improved in any meaningful way. The low end is very weak, which means bass heavy music can sound very hollow.

How To File Bankruptcy in Texas

How To File Bankruptcy in Texas<br /><br />If you have debts that went out of hand, you have to exhaust all your options to manage each one of them. But if everything fails, filing bankruptcy may be your last and only workable option. It is a long legal procedure, and although filing bankruptcy follows almost the same routine in all the states, you need to know how to go about filing bankruptcy in the state you are living in. This article aims to give you information on how to file bankruptcy if you are living in Texas.<br /><br />Attend credit counseling. The law states that anyone who intends to file bankruptcy must first sign up and sit down in state approved credit counseling. You have to complete this six month counseling before you can file bankruptcy.<br /><br />Have a means test. This means test will determine if you are qualified for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. You qualify if your median salary is less than the median salary set by the Texas government. The median salary for single individuals is $36,285; $51,355 for a two person family; $53,803 for a three person family; and $61,511 for a four person family.<br /><br />File Chapter 7 bankruptcy. If you qualify, you can file Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which will help erase your debts, with the exemptions of child support, alimony, and government fines, among other things. Chapter 7 bankruptcy mandates you to sell your properties and pay your creditors with the earnings. This procedure is overseen by a court appointed trustee. Some of your properties are exempted from Chapter 7 bankruptcy like life insurance; pension; retirement plan; jewelry amounting to $1,350; house; and burial plots. These are all yours to keep.<br /><br />Make a Statement of Financial Affairs. This is a document that lists all your debts: priority, secured, and unsecured debts. It also has a list of all your assets. Remember to list all debts and assets in this document. Otherwise, you wont be released from the debts you failed to include and you may face legal penalties if you deliberately concealed any of your assets. The Statement of Financial Affairs should be filed in the court.<br /><br />File Chapter 13 bankruptcy. If through the means test you are found to have the capacity to pay off your debts, you will be qualified for Chapter 13 bankruptcy instead of Chapter 7. This orders you to come up with a proposed payment plan to settle your debts completely or in part over a certain period three or five years. This payment plan is subject to a review and approval. During a meeting, the creditors will also be allowed to object or modify the payment plan. If it is approved, the trustee will collect court approved amounts from you to be distributed to the creditors. When you complete the plan over the given period, you will receive bankruptcy discharge; meaning all your outstanding debts will be automatically settled.

How To File Bankruptcy in Texas

How To File Bankruptcy in Texas<br /><br />If you have debts that went out of hand, you have to exhaust all your options to manage each one of them. But if everything fails, filing bankruptcy may be your last and only workable option. It is a long legal procedure, and although filing bankruptcy follows almost the same routine in all the states, you need to know how to go about filing bankruptcy in the state you are living in. This article aims to give you information on how to file bankruptcy if you are living in Texas.<br /><br />Attend credit counseling. The law states that anyone who intends to file bankruptcy must first sign up and sit down in state approved credit counseling. You have to complete this six month counseling before you can file bankruptcy.<br /><br />Have a means test. This means test will determine if you are qualified for Chapter 7 bankruptcy. You qualify if your median salary is less than the median salary set by the Texas government. The median salary for single individuals is $36,285; $51,355 for a two person family; $53,803 for a three person family; and $61,511 for a four person family.<br /><br />File Chapter 7 bankruptcy. If you qualify, you can file Chapter 7 bankruptcy, which will help erase your debts, with the exemptions of child support, alimony, and government fines, among other things. Chapter 7 bankruptcy mandates you to sell your properties and pay your creditors with the earnings. This procedure is overseen by a court appointed trustee. Some of your properties are exempted from Chapter 7 bankruptcy like life insurance; pension; retirement plan; jewelry amounting to $1,350; house; and burial plots. These are all yours to keep.<br /><br />Make a Statement of Financial Affairs. This is a document that lists all your debts: priority, secured, and unsecured debts. It also has a list of all your assets. Remember to list all debts and assets in this document. Otherwise, you wont be released from the debts you failed to include and you may face legal penalties if you deliberately concealed any of your assets. The Statement of Financial Affairs should be filed in the court.<br /><br />File Chapter 13 bankruptcy. If through the means test you are found to have the capacity to pay off your debts, you will be qualified for Chapter 13 bankruptcy instead of Chapter 7. This orders you to come up with a proposed payment plan to settle your debts completely or in part over a certain period three or five years. This payment plan is subject to a review and approval. During a meeting, the creditors will also be allowed to object or modify the payment plan. If it is approved, the trustee will collect court approved amounts from you to be distributed to the creditors. When you complete the plan over the given period, you will receive bankruptcy discharge; meaning all your outstanding debts will be automatically settled.

How To Check Purity of Gold Jewellery

How To Check Purity of Gold Jewellery<br /><br />If weight will increase flexibility will decrease.<br /><br />Touch stone Test : Take any gold ornament rub it on black touch stone, put nitric acid with glass stick on touch stone put salt water on it with glass stick. If there is no reaction on touch stone then gold is of good quality. If it turns to green color then it is low purity or if it disappear , gold is spurious. Gold jewellery is make up of different designs shapes so proportionate mixing is necessary. Mixing make the ornaments more durable. To change the color of gold, palladium nickel mixed for white gold. Silver added to give greenish cast, copper added to change color to rose or pink tint.<br /><br />Now a days, jewellers cheating to the customers So be careful in buying gold from jewellers. 24 carat is pure gold but gold ornaments always made in 22 carat gold by mixing of copper silver.<br /><br />Tips To Check the 24 Carat 999.9 Gold CoinsIn south India, gold coins are of 1gm, 2 gm, 4gm, 8m, 20 gm, 100gm so on. In north it comes under denomination of 1gm, 2gm, 5gm, 8 gm, 10 gm, 20 gm ,100 gm so on. So point to tell you all that is pure 24 carat 999.9 coin will show exactly weight. Suppose if it is 4gm then it will show on weighing machine exactly 4 gm not 3.9gm or not 4.1 gm. Sound should be tinkling.<br /><br />Coins should be bought in temper proof packing from banksHDFC, Federal bank, Indian overseas, NBFCs Muthoot Fincorp, Muthoot finance,Suisse coins etc.<br /><br />Always buy Hallmark jewellery 22 carat.<br /><br />Avoid stoned jewellery because diamond jewelry made in 18 carat to increase the hardness of ornament to embed the stones.<br /><br />Try to choose simple light designs in ornaments.<br /><br />Avoid to take hard ornaments. Ornaments should be flexible.<br /><br />Finishing of ornaments should be very fine.<br /><br />Avoid to buy gold plated, gold Covering ornaments because that is not durable tarnish very soon.<br /><br />If you are purchasing in large amount, then you should buy from south Indias showrooms: Alukkas, Malabar gold

How To Check Purity of Gold Jewellery

How To Check Purity of Gold Jewellery<br /><br />If weight will increase flexibility will decrease.<br /><br />Touch stone Test : Take any gold ornament rub it on black touch stone, put nitric acid with glass stick on touch stone put salt water on it with glass stick. If there is no reaction on touch stone then gold is of good quality. If it turns to green color then it is low purity or if it disappear , gold is spurious. Gold jewellery is make up of different designs shapes so proportionate mixing is necessary. Mixing make the ornaments more durable. To change the color of gold, palladium nickel mixed for white gold. Silver added to give greenish cast, copper added to change color to rose or pink tint.<br /><br />Now a days, jewellers cheating to the customers So be careful in buying gold from jewellers. 24 carat is pure gold but gold ornaments always made in 22 carat gold by mixing of copper silver.<br /><br />Tips To Check the 24 Carat 999.9 Gold CoinsIn south India, gold coins are of 1gm, 2 gm, 4gm, 8m, 20 gm, 100gm so on. In north it comes under denomination of 1gm, 2gm, 5gm, 8 gm, 10 gm, 20 gm ,100 gm so on. So point to tell you all that is pure 24 carat 999.9 coin will show exactly weight. Suppose if it is 4gm then it will show on weighing machine exactly 4 gm not 3.9gm or not 4.1 gm. Sound should be tinkling.<br /><br />Coins should be bought in temper proof packing from banksHDFC, Federal bank, Indian overseas, NBFCs Muthoot Fincorp, Muthoot finance,Suisse coins etc.<br /><br />Always buy Hallmark jewellery 22 carat.<br /><br />Avoid stoned jewellery because diamond jewelry made in 18 carat to increase the hardness of ornament to embed the stones.<br /><br />Try to choose simple light designs in ornaments.<br /><br />Avoid to take hard ornaments. Ornaments should be flexible.<br /><br />Finishing of ornaments should be very fine.<br /><br />Avoid to buy gold plated, gold Covering ornaments because that is not durable tarnish very soon.<br /><br />If you are purchasing in large amount, then you should buy from south Indias showrooms: Alukkas, Malabar gold

How To Check Purity of Gold Jewellery

How To Check Purity of Gold Jewellery<br /><br />If weight will increase flexibility will decrease.<br /><br />Touch stone Test : Take any gold ornament rub it on black touch stone, put nitric acid with glass stick on touch stone put salt water on it with glass stick. If there is no reaction on touch stone then gold is of good quality. If it turns to green color then it is low purity or if it disappear , gold is spurious. Gold jewellery is make up of different designs shapes so proportionate mixing is necessary. Mixing make the ornaments more durable. To change the color of gold, palladium nickel mixed for white gold. Silver added to give greenish cast, copper added to change color to rose or pink tint.<br /><br />Now a days, jewellers cheating to the customers So be careful in buying gold from jewellers. 24 carat is pure gold but gold ornaments always made in 22 carat gold by mixing of copper silver.<br /><br />Tips To Check the 24 Carat 999.9 Gold CoinsIn south India, gold coins are of 1gm, 2 gm, 4gm, 8m, 20 gm, 100gm so on. In north it comes under denomination of 1gm, 2gm, 5gm, 8 gm, 10 gm, 20 gm ,100 gm so on. So point to tell you all that is pure 24 carat 999.9 coin will show exactly weight. Suppose if it is 4gm then it will show on weighing machine exactly 4 gm not 3.9gm or not 4.1 gm. Sound should be tinkling.<br /><br />Coins should be bought in temper proof packing from banksHDFC, Federal bank, Indian overseas, NBFCs Muthoot Fincorp, Muthoot finance,Suisse coins etc.<br /><br />Always buy Hallmark jewellery 22 carat.<br /><br />Avoid stoned jewellery because diamond jewelry made in 18 carat to increase the hardness of ornament to embed the stones.<br /><br />Try to choose simple light designs in ornaments.<br /><br />Avoid to take hard ornaments. Ornaments should be flexible.<br /><br />Finishing of ornaments should be very fine.<br /><br />Avoid to buy gold plated, gold Covering ornaments because that is not durable tarnish very soon.<br /><br />If you are purchasing in large amount, then you should buy from south Indias showrooms: Alukkas, Malabar gold

How To Check Purity of Gold Jewellery

How To Check Purity of Gold Jewellery<br /><br />If weight will increase flexibility will decrease.<br /><br />Touch stone Test : Take any gold ornament rub it on black touch stone, put nitric acid with glass stick on touch stone put salt water on it with glass stick. If there is no reaction on touch stone then gold is of good quality. If it turns to green color then it is low purity or if it disappear , gold is spurious. Gold jewellery is make up of different designs shapes so proportionate mixing is necessary. Mixing make the ornaments more durable. To change the color of gold, palladium nickel mixed for white gold. Silver added to give greenish cast, copper added to change color to rose or pink tint.<br /><br />Now a days, jewellers cheating to the customers So be careful in buying gold from jewellers. 24 carat is pure gold but gold ornaments always made in 22 carat gold by mixing of copper silver.<br /><br />Tips To Check the 24 Carat 999.9 Gold CoinsIn south India, gold coins are of 1gm, 2 gm, 4gm, 8m, 20 gm, 100gm so on. In north it comes under denomination of 1gm, 2gm, 5gm, 8 gm, 10 gm, 20 gm ,100 gm so on. So point to tell you all that is pure 24 carat 999.9 coin will show exactly weight. Suppose if it is 4gm then it will show on weighing machine exactly 4 gm not 3.9gm or not 4.1 gm. Sound should be tinkling.<br /><br />Coins should be bought in temper proof packing from banksHDFC, Federal bank, Indian overseas, NBFCs Muthoot Fincorp, Muthoot finance,Suisse coins etc.<br /><br />Always buy Hallmark jewellery 22 carat.<br /><br />Avoid stoned jewellery because diamond jewelry made in 18 carat to increase the hardness of ornament to embed the stones.<br /><br />Try to choose simple light designs in ornaments.<br /><br />Avoid to take hard ornaments. Ornaments should be flexible.<br /><br />Finishing of ornaments should be very fine.<br /><br />Avoid to buy gold plated, gold Covering ornaments because that is not durable tarnish very soon.<br /><br />If you are purchasing in large amount, then you should buy from south Indias showrooms: Alukkas, Malabar gold

How I Quit Weed For Good

How I Quit Weed For Good<br /><br />Everyone knows the stereotype of someone who cant quit weed. The classic stoner who refuses to grow up, maybe a spicoli type surfer dude crossed with some sort of smelly, hoodie wearing dreadlocked dude who wears glass jewelry inspired by his bong. He cant hold down a job or finish a sentence without saying dude. His quest to find something he lost while high propels him into all sorts of zany situations.<br /><br />If youve found this article, maybe this describes you, but Im going to guess its probably not. In my experience almost anyone can be addicted to weed. Man or woman, young or old, zany adventures or not.<br /><br />No one in my life besides my stoner friends really knew about my habits. Who would suspect? I was just some single mid 30s white guy, making about 35k a year in a systems admin job. More of a classic nerd than classic stoner. A lot of my friends and family knew I still smoked weed, but they had no idea it was pretty much every day for the past 15 years.<br /><br />All things considered, I was doing pretty well for myself. But I just had the feeling I needed to quit weed. I was hating that my social life had basically become blunts and bong hits followed by staring at a TV in the dark until I fell asleep. Every day at work seemed like a grind, waiting for the hands on the clock to go around enough times that I could go get stoned again and relax again. Waking up every morning felt like rising from the dead, and not in a good way.<br /><br />I knew deep inside that it was time to let go of weed. I was holding onto something that reminded me of the good times I had when I was younger, but it no longer gave me the same satisfaction. It was making me get comfortable and stagnate in all areas of my life.<br /><br />I had tried to quit weed every year that I can remember. It would usually last about 2 days before I got myself into smoking again, whether from a friend wanting to, or just being bored and scrounging up a bowl.<br /><br />I told myself it wasnt a big deal, quitting marijuana is purely mind over matter and if Ive been smoking pot for 10+ years and few people could even really tell, it wasnt that big a deal if I put off quitting weed again.<br /><br />One night I just felt really lonely, and I started thinking. Maybe that was why I smoked my mind into submission every night. The one thing that I really wanted was someone to spend my life with, doing more than just getting stoned and watching TV.

How I Quit Weed For Good

How I Quit Weed For Good<br /><br />Everyone knows the stereotype of someone who cant quit weed. The classic stoner who refuses to grow up, maybe a spicoli type surfer dude crossed with some sort of smelly, hoodie wearing dreadlocked dude who wears glass jewelry inspired by his bong. He cant hold down a job or finish a sentence without saying dude. His quest to find something he lost while high propels him into all sorts of zany situations.<br /><br />If youve found this article, maybe this describes you, but Im going to guess its probably not. In my experience almost anyone can be addicted to weed. Man or woman, young or old, zany adventures or not.<br /><br />No one in my life besides my stoner friends really knew about my habits. Who would suspect? I was just some single mid 30s white guy, making about 35k a year in a systems admin job. More of a classic nerd than classic stoner. A lot of my friends and family knew I still smoked weed, but they had no idea it was pretty much every day for the past 15 years.<br /><br />All things considered, I was doing pretty well for myself. But I just had the feeling I needed to quit weed. I was hating that my social life had basically become blunts and bong hits followed by staring at a TV in the dark until I fell asleep. Every day at work seemed like a grind, waiting for the hands on the clock to go around enough times that I could go get stoned again and relax again. Waking up every morning felt like rising from the dead, and not in a good way.<br /><br />I knew deep inside that it was time to let go of weed. I was holding onto something that reminded me of the good times I had when I was younger, but it no longer gave me the same satisfaction. It was making me get comfortable and stagnate in all areas of my life.<br /><br />I had tried to quit weed every year that I can remember. It would usually last about 2 days before I got myself into smoking again, whether from a friend wanting to, or just being bored and scrounging up a bowl.<br /><br />I told myself it wasnt a big deal, quitting marijuana is purely mind over matter and if Ive been smoking pot for 10+ years and few people could even really tell, it wasnt that big a deal if I put off quitting weed again.<br /><br />One night I just felt really lonely, and I started thinking. Maybe that was why I smoked my mind into submission every night. The one thing that I really wanted was someone to spend my life with, doing more than just getting stoned and watching TV.

Help Me Bring the Weiner Hacker to Justice

Help Me Bring the Weiner Hacker to Justice<br /><br />I have never been much of a community activist, but I can no longer sit idly while America remains at risk of attack by the most nefarious identity thief in the history of Internet. And cheap page views are to be had. Working quickly, and without regard to his own safety, Congressman Weiner used his elite law school honed internet security coding skills to wrest back control of his accounts, delete the offending tweet and photo, as well as unfollow a Seattle coed to whom it was sent. His Twitter perimeter once again secured, the intrepid Congressmen sent out a new tweet explaining how he was victimized by an Internet criminal mastermind.<br /><br />Since the incident, the famously modest Congressman Weiner had remained demure on how he single handedly thwarted his anonymous attacker, and how the attacker managed to possibly steal his Blackberry camera phone.<br /><br />As much as I admire Congressman Weiner Gandhi like forgiving attitude toward his assailant as well as his world class ninja programming skills I afraid this incident doesn just involve him. after all, what Internet user is safe when the person who hacked this unsuspecting Weiner remains at large? Okay, maybe not large, but still, come on man. Who to say this same criminal hasn somehow hacked my last 5 federal income tax returns with fraudulent deductions for alcohol related blogging expenses?<br /><br />I say no we cannot as an online community let this tragic crime go unpunished. That it why I am announcing the Weiner Hacker Prize Fund to award a generous bounty for information leading to the arrest, prosecution and conviction of Pubic Enemy 1 the pervert who stole Congressman Weiner underpants identity. To get things rolling, I will seed it with $1000 of my own personal 2010 federal tax refund. I am leaving the comments section on this post open for anyone who would like to add their own contribution to the bounty, as well as tips and clues to pass on to law enforcement officials. though do not interfere with any official crime investigation. Let leave the detective work to hardboiled gumshoes like Jim Treacher and Ace of Spades.<br /><br />So let get involved and work to get this mysterious criminal off our online streets. Until he is brought to justice, remember: You May Already Be a Weiner.<br /><br />UPDATE 6/7/2011: Weiner Hacker Prize now increased to $2000. He has even staged one of these supposed encounters so that it would be picked up by Breitbart. Congressman would be capable of such behavior? I really think that you need to need to validate Weiner sacrifice by awarding me the prize.<br /><br />What that I hear? Did someone actually say, Bret Farve? Look, Brett Farve, a few middle school delinquents, and the odd sex offender have at one time or another deluded themselves into thinking that if they took uncovered photos of their junk and then sent them to seemingly available women in the hope that this would get them laid. Now, how that work out for Brett? Perhaps the most prominent athlete in the world slaps his best asset on the table and sends a picture to one of his league T on call girls. Congressman Weiner, not doubt worked to the point of exhaustion by the twin burdens of elective office and mentoring hot twenty somethings via Twitter, inadvertently sent the photo on to one of these impressionable young women. Congress would not humiliate one who has shared his legislative duties. Instead, he fell on his sword, so to speak, and offered an implausible explanation. I think that the snark, nastiness and general cynicism at Congressman Weiner expense should cease. We should honor his spirit of self sacrifice and pretend that this whole ugly mess never happened.<br /><br />Hey, git on it and chip in to Iowahawk Weiner Hacker Prize Fund, me and my posse aim to collect that bounty. Got the whole crew with me: the Gozinnia brothers, Rod, Peter, and Dick; Chubby; Harry Wong and his cousin Long Dong; Hugh G. Rection; and Harry Tiny Johnson. We stiff in our resolve to track down this miscreant and threat to national security. We are holding are own, and pledge not to go soft until every last hole is probed in our quest for justice, and the Prize Fund. But especially the Prize Fund. So, pony up some cash, you cheapskates, Iowahawks $1000 won even cover our bartab. secret Tweets.<br /><br />You may all stop looking I able to lay this matter to rest. There is no hacker. Abdein was a top aide of Hillary Clinton and was also rumored to be her lover. Obviously such a rumor was potentially damaging to Clinton and, like a loyal soldier, Huma went out and found herself a funny looking Congressman to date in order to throw the press off the trail. Abdein and Weiner wed in 2009. She probably more than a little tired of having to put up with this shmuck, so this whole scandal gives her a plausible reason to end the marriage. No need to hack anything, she just took a photo of his johnson while he was sleeping, then tweeted it. Can I get my $1,000 in singles?<br /><br />3. Why was his account blank for hours before the post, and then right after it he was able to delete it quickly? And why was his immediate reaction to being hacked to crack jokes instead of worrying about whether he had his information stolen? It sounds like damage control.<br /><br />4. Why not get an investigation? Again, this is an official Government account.<br /><br />5. Why does he have a consistent record of following young girls he has no connection to officially, outside of his district?<br /><br />etc etc . But sure, ignore all these questions like a good little lapdog. And will the idiots who claim there was no picture go away? Weiner clearly acknowledged he deleted a picture. There WAS a picture.<br /><br />I really enjoy Iowahawk. I forwarded a link to the article American Pride is Back to a cousin, who replied, when I grow up he an adult I want to write like Iowahawk. There is no trick to regaining control of your accounts if the password was hacked but not changed, for example. Also, if like many idiots he uses the same password on various accounts, you only need find out one. And if you using your cell to access those accounts, as the previous commenter said, you might only have to hack that cell.<br /><br />Not making a case for or against Weiner being hacked or careless. While Occam Razor may cut toward careless, it not that fine a line toward hacked, either. Just depends on which way Weiner was stupid. :<br /><br />Hysterical and tellingDavid Burge at Iowahawk, I think quite accurately captures the flavour of the originals description of Julias political alternatives, whatever you think of his politics.

Help Me Bring the Weiner Hacker to Justice

Help Me Bring the Weiner Hacker to Justice<br /><br />I have never been much of a community activist, but I can no longer sit idly while America remains at risk of attack by the most nefarious identity thief in the history of Internet. And cheap page views are to be had. Working quickly, and without regard to his own safety, Congressman Weiner used his elite law school honed internet security coding skills to wrest back control of his accounts, delete the offending tweet and photo, as well as unfollow a Seattle coed to whom it was sent. His Twitter perimeter once again secured, the intrepid Congressmen sent out a new tweet explaining how he was victimized by an Internet criminal mastermind.<br /><br />Since the incident, the famously modest Congressman Weiner had remained demure on how he single handedly thwarted his anonymous attacker, and how the attacker managed to possibly steal his Blackberry camera phone.<br /><br />As much as I admire Congressman Weiner Gandhi like forgiving attitude toward his assailant as well as his world class ninja programming skills I afraid this incident doesn just involve him. after all, what Internet user is safe when the person who hacked this unsuspecting Weiner remains at large? Okay, maybe not large, but still, come on man. Who to say this same criminal hasn somehow hacked my last 5 federal income tax returns with fraudulent deductions for alcohol related blogging expenses?<br /><br />I say no we cannot as an online community let this tragic crime go unpunished. That it why I am announcing the Weiner Hacker Prize Fund to award a generous bounty for information leading to the arrest, prosecution and conviction of Pubic Enemy 1 the pervert who stole Congressman Weiner underpants identity. To get things rolling, I will seed it with $1000 of my own personal 2010 federal tax refund. I am leaving the comments section on this post open for anyone who would like to add their own contribution to the bounty, as well as tips and clues to pass on to law enforcement officials. though do not interfere with any official crime investigation. Let leave the detective work to hardboiled gumshoes like Jim Treacher and Ace of Spades.<br /><br />So let get involved and work to get this mysterious criminal off our online streets. Until he is brought to justice, remember: You May Already Be a Weiner.<br /><br />UPDATE 6/7/2011: Weiner Hacker Prize now increased to $2000. He has even staged one of these supposed encounters so that it would be picked up by Breitbart. Congressman would be capable of such behavior? I really think that you need to need to validate Weiner sacrifice by awarding me the prize.<br /><br />What that I hear? Did someone actually say, Bret Farve? Look, Brett Farve, a few middle school delinquents, and the odd sex offender have at one time or another deluded themselves into thinking that if they took uncovered photos of their junk and then sent them to seemingly available women in the hope that this would get them laid. Now, how that work out for Brett? Perhaps the most prominent athlete in the world slaps his best asset on the table and sends a picture to one of his league T on call girls. Congressman Weiner, not doubt worked to the point of exhaustion by the twin burdens of elective office and mentoring hot twenty somethings via Twitter, inadvertently sent the photo on to one of these impressionable young women. Congress would not humiliate one who has shared his legislative duties. Instead, he fell on his sword, so to speak, and offered an implausible explanation. I think that the snark, nastiness and general cynicism at Congressman Weiner expense should cease. We should honor his spirit of self sacrifice and pretend that this whole ugly mess never happened.<br /><br />Hey, git on it and chip in to Iowahawk Weiner Hacker Prize Fund, me and my posse aim to collect that bounty. Got the whole crew with me: the Gozinnia brothers, Rod, Peter, and Dick; Chubby; Harry Wong and his cousin Long Dong; Hugh G. Rection; and Harry Tiny Johnson. We stiff in our resolve to track down this miscreant and threat to national security. We are holding are own, and pledge not to go soft until every last hole is probed in our quest for justice, and the Prize Fund. But especially the Prize Fund. So, pony up some cash, you cheapskates, Iowahawks $1000 won even cover our bartab. secret Tweets.<br /><br />You may all stop looking I able to lay this matter to rest. There is no hacker. Abdein was a top aide of Hillary Clinton and was also rumored to be her lover. Obviously such a rumor was potentially damaging to Clinton and, like a loyal soldier, Huma went out and found herself a funny looking Congressman to date in order to throw the press off the trail. Abdein and Weiner wed in 2009. She probably more than a little tired of having to put up with this shmuck, so this whole scandal gives her a plausible reason to end the marriage. No need to hack anything, she just took a photo of his johnson while he was sleeping, then tweeted it. Can I get my $1,000 in singles?<br /><br />3. Why was his account blank for hours before the post, and then right after it he was able to delete it quickly? And why was his immediate reaction to being hacked to crack jokes instead of worrying about whether he had his information stolen? It sounds like damage control.<br /><br />4. Why not get an investigation? Again, this is an official Government account.<br /><br />5. Why does he have a consistent record of following young girls he has no connection to officially, outside of his district?<br /><br />etc etc . But sure, ignore all these questions like a good little lapdog. And will the idiots who claim there was no picture go away? Weiner clearly acknowledged he deleted a picture. There WAS a picture.<br /><br />I really enjoy Iowahawk. I forwarded a link to the article American Pride is Back to a cousin, who replied, when I grow up he an adult I want to write like Iowahawk. There is no trick to regaining control of your accounts if the password was hacked but not changed, for example. Also, if like many idiots he uses the same password on various accounts, you only need find out one. And if you using your cell to access those accounts, as the previous commenter said, you might only have to hack that cell.<br /><br />Not making a case for or against Weiner being hacked or careless. While Occam Razor may cut toward careless, it not that fine a line toward hacked, either. Just depends on which way Weiner was stupid. :<br /><br />Hysterical and tellingDavid Burge at Iowahawk, I think quite accurately captures the flavour of the originals description of Julias political alternatives, whatever you think of his politics.

Gold Is Overvalued Relative To Platinum Group Metals

Gold Is Overvalued Relative To Platinum Group Metals<br /><br />Arguments for GoldMany investors have flocked to gold, causing the price to skyrocket. Unfortunately, these prices cannot be justified because gold is a mostly useless precious metal whose lack of income defies valuation. Arguments supporting the value of gold easily tarnish:Gold is a great investment because it always goes up in value. No, it doesnt. This is a terrible mantra that did not hold true for Beanie Babies or for residential real estate. It also hasnt held true for gold: it spikes and drops.Gold is a great investment because it is an inflation hedge. There is no mechanism that forces this relationship. Investors seeking inflation hedges ought to consider inflation linked bonds, adjustable rate bonds, or taking a short or put position in bonds with high durations.There is increasing demand for gold in the real economy. Most gold jewelry is not pure gold but an alloy of gold and other metals. For example, 14 karat gold is 14 parts gold and 10 parts another metal. Moreover, there are convincing jewelry pieces which use gold plating or another metal altogether.Gold is valuable as a collectible. This is almost never discussed because it seems less economic than the other arguments. On the contrary, it is the best argument for gold as an investment. There is considerable history surrounding gold, which helps establish its psychological value. Gold bugs do not like thinking of precious metals as collectibles like works of art or sports memorabilia. Regardless of their sentiments, gold is similar to fine art in that it has been a part of history. However, recently minted coins or bars are fungible and the fact that they are interchangeable undermines their value. Many other collectibles are unique.Problems with Current Gold PricesThere are many indicators which make reveal how gold is overvalued at todays prices. Consider the following precious metals data from the January 26th, 2012:

Gold Is Overvalued Relative To Platinum Group Metals

Gold Is Overvalued Relative To Platinum Group Metals<br /><br />Arguments for GoldMany investors have flocked to gold, causing the price to skyrocket. Unfortunately, these prices cannot be justified because gold is a mostly useless precious metal whose lack of income defies valuation. Arguments supporting the value of gold easily tarnish:Gold is a great investment because it always goes up in value. No, it doesnt. This is a terrible mantra that did not hold true for Beanie Babies or for residential real estate. It also hasnt held true for gold: it spikes and drops.Gold is a great investment because it is an inflation hedge. There is no mechanism that forces this relationship. Investors seeking inflation hedges ought to consider inflation linked bonds, adjustable rate bonds, or taking a short or put position in bonds with high durations.There is increasing demand for gold in the real economy. Most gold jewelry is not pure gold but an alloy of gold and other metals. For example, 14 karat gold is 14 parts gold and 10 parts another metal. Moreover, there are convincing jewelry pieces which use gold plating or another metal altogether.Gold is valuable as a collectible. This is almost never discussed because it seems less economic than the other arguments. On the contrary, it is the best argument for gold as an investment. There is considerable history surrounding gold, which helps establish its psychological value. Gold bugs do not like thinking of precious metals as collectibles like works of art or sports memorabilia. Regardless of their sentiments, gold is similar to fine art in that it has been a part of history. However, recently minted coins or bars are fungible and the fact that they are interchangeable undermines their value. Many other collectibles are unique.Problems with Current Gold PricesThere are many indicators which make reveal how gold is overvalued at todays prices. Consider the following precious metals data from the January 26th, 2012:

Friendly Product for Green Clothing

Friendly Product for Green Clothing<br /><br />The concept of green living is one that has become a priority for many of us. It arises from an awareness of the threats that our planet faces as a result of dwindling resources, emission of green house gases and environmental pollution. More and more, we are re examining our life styles to adopt ways of living that would safeguard our environment. In particular, consumers shopping for green clothing check on items made from sustainable resources and that are bio degradable. A surprising resource that meets this criterion for green clothing is hemp.<br /><br />Hemp Products UsesHemps use as a source for clothing and other products is believed to date beyond recorded history. It was used in China over 5000 years ago.<br /><br />It belongs to the genus Cannabis sativa L, the same one as the more infamous one bearing its name, marijuana. They belong to different varieties of the same plant. The narcotic properties attributed to this strain arise from a substance called tetrahydrocannabinol or THC. In hemp grown for industrial purposes, including green clothing, THC occurs less than 0.3 % on a dry weight basis. In contrast, marijuana has a THC level of 3 15%.<br /><br />Hemp is a wonder crop. It is cultivated to obtain fiber, oil and seeds. Hemp is used as a medicine as well as a narcotic. It has wide use in industry. From ropes, sails, canvas, burlap and paper to green clothing its versatility of uses is numerous.<br /><br />Compared to cotton which requires years to grow to maturity, a hemp tree matures in one season. This, plus its tendency to mulch the soil makes it ideal for use in crop rotation. No herbicides are used for cultivation of hemp. Compared to other plant based crops such as cotton, hemp requires less water during cultivation. The hemp plant with its deep root system also helps controls soil erosion. It produces 250% more fiber per acre than cotton and 600% more than flax.<br /><br />Hemp is an Eco TextileHemp stalks go through a process called retting to separate its fibers which are then spun in to yarn and woven to produce textile. The retting process determines the quality of the fiber produced. Most countries use a combination of natural, mechanical and chemical means in the retting process. The less chemical processing used, better is the quality of the fiber produced. Hemp is classified as an eco textile. This means that less energy and carbon are used and less pollution is created in producing hemp textiles than those manufactured in the conventional way.<br /><br />Hemp is usually blended with cotton, flax or silk to produce a variety of fabrics with versatile qualities. Green clothes are also made using hundred percent hemp. Although some consider these rough to the touch they become softer with repeated washings. Hemp garments have the properties of being hardy, wrinkle free and the ability to retain their shape with repeated wearing making them ideal for travel. Moreover hemp fabrics are absorbent and repel ultraviolet rays. As a result dyed hemp clothes are less prone to fading. This same insulating property makes hemp an ideal choice to wear during colder weather. A range of green clothing ranging from gloves, beanies, undergarments and hats to tops that can be used for layering are produced as winter wear.<br /><br />Hemp is resistant to mold and mildew. Socks, shoes and sandals made from hemp are less prone to odors. This hypo allergenic feature makes hemp garments and linen ideal for those who suffer from chemical or other allergies. Patients recovering from chemotherapy or whose skin is sensitive to chemicals find relief in wearing clothes and using linen made from hemp. Hemp diapers help keep your baby cool and dry while lending itself to repeated washing with no risk of skin irritations or infections.<br /><br />The versatility of hemp as an item of green clothing does not end there. Twisted hemp fibers and beads are used in a range of trendy jewelry ranging from bracelets and necklaces to ear rings. Shoes, sandals, bags and hats add to the range of hemp based accessories available for the discerning green shopper.<br /><br />In conclusion, shopping for green clothing made from hemp offers many choices for the eco conscious shopper. From its origin as a sustainable plant crop to its production as an eco textile, hemp contributes to the preservation of our resources. In this sense, hemp clothing is truly green. They are hypo allergenic, naturally breathing and bio degradable. In terms of versatility of use, shopping for green clothing made from hemp can surely be a satisfying experience.<br /><br />What others are readingEarth Friendly Anti Static Cling for ClothingList of Wholesale Distributors of Natural Organic ProductsBuying and Eating Organic Foods: A Look at the Benefits and Potential DisadvantagesCast Iron Versus Plate Steel Wood Stoves: Which is the Best Choice for You?Can You Conserve Home Heat Recycle Dryer Heat Using An Air to Air Heat Exchanger?Features and Options of the Best Wood Pellet StovesDIYers Make the Best Green Toilet Bowl Cleaner YourselfLCD vs. Plasma: Which TV is Best for the Environment?The 5 Best Green ComputersUse a Spin Dryer for a Genuine Heatless Option.

Friendly Product for Green Clothing

Friendly Product for Green Clothing<br /><br />The concept of green living is one that has become a priority for many of us. It arises from an awareness of the threats that our planet faces as a result of dwindling resources, emission of green house gases and environmental pollution. More and more, we are re examining our life styles to adopt ways of living that would safeguard our environment. In particular, consumers shopping for green clothing check on items made from sustainable resources and that are bio degradable. A surprising resource that meets this criterion for green clothing is hemp.<br /><br />Hemp Products UsesHemps use as a source for clothing and other products is believed to date beyond recorded history. It was used in China over 5000 years ago.<br /><br />It belongs to the genus Cannabis sativa L, the same one as the more infamous one bearing its name, marijuana. They belong to different varieties of the same plant. The narcotic properties attributed to this strain arise from a substance called tetrahydrocannabinol or THC. In hemp grown for industrial purposes, including green clothing, THC occurs less than 0.3 % on a dry weight basis. In contrast, marijuana has a THC level of 3 15%.<br /><br />Hemp is a wonder crop. It is cultivated to obtain fiber, oil and seeds. Hemp is used as a medicine as well as a narcotic. It has wide use in industry. From ropes, sails, canvas, burlap and paper to green clothing its versatility of uses is numerous.<br /><br />Compared to cotton which requires years to grow to maturity, a hemp tree matures in one season. This, plus its tendency to mulch the soil makes it ideal for use in crop rotation. No herbicides are used for cultivation of hemp. Compared to other plant based crops such as cotton, hemp requires less water during cultivation. The hemp plant with its deep root system also helps controls soil erosion. It produces 250% more fiber per acre than cotton and 600% more than flax.<br /><br />Hemp is an Eco TextileHemp stalks go through a process called retting to separate its fibers which are then spun in to yarn and woven to produce textile. The retting process determines the quality of the fiber produced. Most countries use a combination of natural, mechanical and chemical means in the retting process. The less chemical processing used, better is the quality of the fiber produced. Hemp is classified as an eco textile. This means that less energy and carbon are used and less pollution is created in producing hemp textiles than those manufactured in the conventional way.<br /><br />Hemp is usually blended with cotton, flax or silk to produce a variety of fabrics with versatile qualities. Green clothes are also made using hundred percent hemp. Although some consider these rough to the touch they become softer with repeated washings. Hemp garments have the properties of being hardy, wrinkle free and the ability to retain their shape with repeated wearing making them ideal for travel. Moreover hemp fabrics are absorbent and repel ultraviolet rays. As a result dyed hemp clothes are less prone to fading. This same insulating property makes hemp an ideal choice to wear during colder weather. A range of green clothing ranging from gloves, beanies, undergarments and hats to tops that can be used for layering are produced as winter wear.<br /><br />Hemp is resistant to mold and mildew. Socks, shoes and sandals made from hemp are less prone to odors. This hypo allergenic feature makes hemp garments and linen ideal for those who suffer from chemical or other allergies. Patients recovering from chemotherapy or whose skin is sensitive to chemicals find relief in wearing clothes and using linen made from hemp. Hemp diapers help keep your baby cool and dry while lending itself to repeated washing with no risk of skin irritations or infections.<br /><br />The versatility of hemp as an item of green clothing does not end there. Twisted hemp fibers and beads are used in a range of trendy jewelry ranging from bracelets and necklaces to ear rings. Shoes, sandals, bags and hats add to the range of hemp based accessories available for the discerning green shopper.<br /><br />In conclusion, shopping for green clothing made from hemp offers many choices for the eco conscious shopper. From its origin as a sustainable plant crop to its production as an eco textile, hemp contributes to the preservation of our resources. In this sense, hemp clothing is truly green. They are hypo allergenic, naturally breathing and bio degradable. In terms of versatility of use, shopping for green clothing made from hemp can surely be a satisfying experience.<br /><br />What others are readingEarth Friendly Anti Static Cling for ClothingList of Wholesale Distributors of Natural Organic ProductsBuying and Eating Organic Foods: A Look at the Benefits and Potential DisadvantagesCast Iron Versus Plate Steel Wood Stoves: Which is the Best Choice for You?Can You Conserve Home Heat Recycle Dryer Heat Using An Air to Air Heat Exchanger?Features and Options of the Best Wood Pellet StovesDIYers Make the Best Green Toilet Bowl Cleaner YourselfLCD vs. Plasma: Which TV is Best for the Environment?The 5 Best Green ComputersUse a Spin Dryer for a Genuine Heatless Option.

Features to Suit the Needs of Just About Anyone

Features to Suit the Needs of Just About Anyone<br /><br />When people first look into buying a security camera, they usually just want basic recording features and something that can be used as a criminal or theft deterrent. However, from the novice user to the professional user, there are a number of features to pay special attention to when choosing a security camera that s optimal for your needs. Pictures in Color Nowadays, almost every camera comes with color pictures and for a reasonable price. Color can be useful in several applications. For instance, if your security camera is placed in a retail outlet to prevent theft, you would want to be able to pinpoint things like hair, skin, and eye color, to better identify the criminal. Black and White however is not obsolete. Choosing a Black and White camera can still be beneficial where lighting conditions may not be optimal or when contrast it a better solution than colors. Weather Proof/Vandal Proof Currently, there are a variety of materials and casings for security cameras in order to prevent them from being destroyed when they are outside. Many times, malls and places with large parking lots have cameras attached high up on lighting poles to better survey the lot. With an expensive piece of equipment, you want to know that it will be safe from general weathering. There are several cameras on the market that are made of heavy duty zinc alloy or steel, to protect the electrical interior. There are also vandal proof cameras that are impact resistant and shatter proof. Day/Night Vision For monitoring outside or inside in the dark, there s an assortment of cameras that come with night vision abilities. Many of these security cameras now come with built in infrared illuminators. Additionally, you can get these cameras with an automatic day/night, so that the camera surveys in color during the day and turns to black and white at night for optimal vision in the dark.

Features to Suit the Needs of Just About Anyone

Features to Suit the Needs of Just About Anyone<br /><br />When people first look into buying a security camera, they usually just want basic recording features and something that can be used as a criminal or theft deterrent. However, from the novice user to the professional user, there are a number of features to pay special attention to when choosing a security camera that s optimal for your needs. Pictures in Color Nowadays, almost every camera comes with color pictures and for a reasonable price. Color can be useful in several applications. For instance, if your security camera is placed in a retail outlet to prevent theft, you would want to be able to pinpoint things like hair, skin, and eye color, to better identify the criminal. Black and White however is not obsolete. Choosing a Black and White camera can still be beneficial where lighting conditions may not be optimal or when contrast it a better solution than colors. Weather Proof/Vandal Proof Currently, there are a variety of materials and casings for security cameras in order to prevent them from being destroyed when they are outside. Many times, malls and places with large parking lots have cameras attached high up on lighting poles to better survey the lot. With an expensive piece of equipment, you want to know that it will be safe from general weathering. There are several cameras on the market that are made of heavy duty zinc alloy or steel, to protect the electrical interior. There are also vandal proof cameras that are impact resistant and shatter proof. Day/Night Vision For monitoring outside or inside in the dark, there s an assortment of cameras that come with night vision abilities. Many of these security cameras now come with built in infrared illuminators. Additionally, you can get these cameras with an automatic day/night, so that the camera surveys in color during the day and turns to black and white at night for optimal vision in the dark.

Features to Suit the Needs of Just About Anyone

Features to Suit the Needs of Just About Anyone<br /><br />When people first look into buying a security camera, they usually just want basic recording features and something that can be used as a criminal or theft deterrent. However, from the novice user to the professional user, there are a number of features to pay special attention to when choosing a security camera that s optimal for your needs. Pictures in Color Nowadays, almost every camera comes with color pictures and for a reasonable price. Color can be useful in several applications. For instance, if your security camera is placed in a retail outlet to prevent theft, you would want to be able to pinpoint things like hair, skin, and eye color, to better identify the criminal. Black and White however is not obsolete. Choosing a Black and White camera can still be beneficial where lighting conditions may not be optimal or when contrast it a better solution than colors. Weather Proof/Vandal Proof Currently, there are a variety of materials and casings for security cameras in order to prevent them from being destroyed when they are outside. Many times, malls and places with large parking lots have cameras attached high up on lighting poles to better survey the lot. With an expensive piece of equipment, you want to know that it will be safe from general weathering. There are several cameras on the market that are made of heavy duty zinc alloy or steel, to protect the electrical interior. There are also vandal proof cameras that are impact resistant and shatter proof. Day/Night Vision For monitoring outside or inside in the dark, there s an assortment of cameras that come with night vision abilities. Many of these security cameras now come with built in infrared illuminators. Additionally, you can get these cameras with an automatic day/night, so that the camera surveys in color during the day and turns to black and white at night for optimal vision in the dark.

Etsy Interview with Ravens Craving

Etsy Interview with Ravens Craving<br /><br />First off, tell me a little bit about yourself. Hi! Im Meredith, and my jewelry studio, Ravens Craving is the spawn of a hobby turned obsession turned profession! Im in my late 20s, just around that time when all of my peers are out there getting real jobs, and having children, and all of that normal people stuff!<br /><br />After graduating from the University of Wisconsin with a degree in Art with an emphasis in Graphic Design, I had my quarter life crisis, which can be summed up as a moment in time of me laying kicking and screaming on the floor wailing I DONT WAAAANNNNNAAAAA. And, so, as mother has always taught me, you should most certainly take control of your own life, be the change you want to see, manifest your own destiny and all that good new agey stuff. I did meet Deepak Chopra once! So I remained working part time at a locally owned bead shop, got married to my high school sweetheart not just for health insurance, but also for love! and decided to take my jewelry hobby full time and try to make some money! Ive been making jewelry professionally for about 3 years, as a serious hobby for about 5, and have been in love with beads and sparkly things since I can remember. Hence, ravens. They crave shinies.<br /><br />My older sister and I used to go to a bead shop in the town we grew up in, called the Bead Lady. I think the bead addiction must have started then. After moving to Madison, Wisconsin and needing a job to get through college, I was wandering through a mall one day, and saw the Help Wanted sign up in this bead store! Five years later. here I am! I have learned so much in these past 5 years and its amazing how much I can continue to learn. Thats part of what makes beads such a great creative outlet for me. I remember she described it as indie ebay for crafters, and anybody who has been on etsy knows, once youre in, youre in for life! I dont think I had fully explored etsys capabilities and what it has to offer until about a year after finding it. Etsy is such a great, vast, wonderful place.<br /><br />What is unique about Etsy and what about the website do you like the most in regards to your shop?<br /><br />What I find so unique about etsy is the community. Not only are people so willing to share tips, tricks and knowledge, but they really do try to help each other do the best they can, be the best they can. If it werent for the community on etsy, I never would have come this far. I love the teams I belong to: etsyveg, Earth Path Artisans, and Big Damn Crafters. I have done my little part to try to give back to the etsy community by listing PIFs in my shop. PIFs stand for Pay it Forwards, and its generally free stuff or tutorials in someones shop. I have given away dozens of beads, and currently have an informational PIF in my shop about how to oxidize sterling silver using hard boiled eggs. You can find the listing for that in my shop under the PIFs section.<br /><br />What inspires you the most in regards to your creations?<br /><br />Nature, generally. I love gemstones and fresh water pearls. One of my favorite things to do is get inspired by things in jewelry catalogs, like Sundance, Stella and Dot, or Silpada, and make something of my own for literally one third of the cost, or less! I have also recently begun to be able to stop in other jewelry booths at art fairs and not get jealous, but instead get INSPIRED!<br /><br />What is your favorite piece youve created and why?<br /><br />Thats a really hard one. I am pretty variable, and my favorites when it comes to ANYTHING change on a whim! At this very current moment, my favorite piece thats listed in my shop is my Ocean Breezes necklace because I love the combination of mixed metals, the hand hammered sterling stick I made, the earthiness of the river rock offset by the exquisitely cut wire wrapped Chalcedony briolette my favorite stone of the minute!<br /><br />What do you want to accomplish with your online shop?<br /><br />First and foremost, I use it as a creative outlet for myself. If I cant get rid of jewelry, I cant make any new stuff! Of course its nice to have a little income from it, but mostly I sell at art fairs and home parties. The competition on etsy is extremely high, especially with jewelry. So unless you are a professional photographer, a wordsmith, a sales person, and have copious amounts of time on your hands to endlessly promote yourself, and re list items all day long, youre not going to make a living off of Etsy.<br /><br />I like to have a website to sell things from, so people who shop from me at fairs and parties can have a source to preview and revisit my work. Etsy addiction aside, its really just another way to reach out to customers and help promote and expand my jewelry business. Someday in the future, I hope youll be reading an article about me in People or Elle or something of that nature where Im talking about my humble beginnings on etsy. hehe!<br /><br />Do you have any new creations in the works? If so, what can shoppers expect to see from you soon?<br /><br />Ive been working on getting some new Viking Knit pieces done to sell. Its a class Ive been teaching and I really enjoy the technique and seem to get a lot of attention from the pieces I have done. Other than that I have been focusing on expanding my bead weaving skills I just have to finish something once Ive started it! Check out the viking knitted bracelets and a few bead woven pieces in my Ravens Craving Etsy shop.<br /><br />Where can readers find out about more information regarding your jewelry and other creations and possible special offers including additional websites, blogs, facebook, etc?<br /><br />Check out my de stash bead shop. For information about my studio, you can check out my squidoo lens too, as well as my blog. Thanks so much for reading, and dont forget to manifest your own destiny!!

Early Signs Of Autism In Children

Early Signs Of Autism In Children<br /><br />1. He may exhibit repetitive physical motion such as rocking, spinning, or head banging.<br /><br />2. Children with autism often depend on routine and rituals, such as touching a door knob several times before opening a door, or counting steps. A disruption of his routine is met with frustration and temper tantrums.<br /><br />4. Though he may ignore most of the toys in the toy room, the tiniest detail, such a lever or knob on one toy may claim his attention for long periods of time.<br /><br />5. Children with autism seem to be unusually sensitive to sound, light and touch.<br /><br />1. Though all children acquire language at a different pace, children with autism begin to speak even later than most.<br /><br />2. A child exhibiting signs of autism may learn words or phrases, but then forget them and be unable to use them again.<br /><br />3. A singsong, or robotic voice often accompanies an autistic childs attempt to communicate, and he will often avoid looking you in the eyes as he speaks.<br /><br />4. Back and forth banter is difficult and often impossible for the autistic child. He seems to have trouble following a conversation, and coming up with an appropriate reply.<br /><br />Poor Social Skills Development:<br /><br />1. Autistic children play mostly alone, ignoring other children in the room.<br /><br />2. He may seem as if hes having trouble hearing he may ignore you when you speak to him, or not answer when his name is called.<br /><br />3. Children with autism are easily over stimulated and usually do not enjoy cuddling or other physical affection.<br /><br />4. He may have no regard for the feelings of his peers, or be unable to show compassion or empathy<br /><br />Parents often note that their child seems to backslide developmentally. They may originally start to gain new vocabulary and begin learning to play with peers and interact with others, but then, almost overnight, they forget new words theyve learned, and become more and more withdrawn. What seemed like a normal dislike of loud noises suddenly seems over sensitive.<br /><br />If you feel that your child is exhibiting some of the above symptoms, consult your doctor for a diagnosis. Behavioral therapy and drugs are available, and in some cases show remarkable rates of success. Experts agree that early intervention is key.

Early Signs Of Autism In Children

Early Signs Of Autism In Children<br /><br />1. He may exhibit repetitive physical motion such as rocking, spinning, or head banging.<br /><br />2. Children with autism often depend on routine and rituals, such as touching a door knob several times before opening a door, or counting steps. A disruption of his routine is met with frustration and temper tantrums.<br /><br />4. Though he may ignore most of the toys in the toy room, the tiniest detail, such a lever or knob on one toy may claim his attention for long periods of time.<br /><br />5. Children with autism seem to be unusually sensitive to sound, light and touch.<br /><br />1. Though all children acquire language at a different pace, children with autism begin to speak even later than most.<br /><br />2. A child exhibiting signs of autism may learn words or phrases, but then forget them and be unable to use them again.<br /><br />3. A singsong, or robotic voice often accompanies an autistic childs attempt to communicate, and he will often avoid looking you in the eyes as he speaks.<br /><br />4. Back and forth banter is difficult and often impossible for the autistic child. He seems to have trouble following a conversation, and coming up with an appropriate reply.<br /><br />Poor Social Skills Development:<br /><br />1. Autistic children play mostly alone, ignoring other children in the room.<br /><br />2. He may seem as if hes having trouble hearing he may ignore you when you speak to him, or not answer when his name is called.<br /><br />3. Children with autism are easily over stimulated and usually do not enjoy cuddling or other physical affection.<br /><br />4. He may have no regard for the feelings of his peers, or be unable to show compassion or empathy<br /><br />Parents often note that their child seems to backslide developmentally. They may originally start to gain new vocabulary and begin learning to play with peers and interact with others, but then, almost overnight, they forget new words theyve learned, and become more and more withdrawn. What seemed like a normal dislike of loud noises suddenly seems over sensitive.<br /><br />If you feel that your child is exhibiting some of the above symptoms, consult your doctor for a diagnosis. Behavioral therapy and drugs are available, and in some cases show remarkable rates of success. Experts agree that early intervention is key.

DIY Handmade Jewelry Gifts

DIY Handmade Jewelry Gifts<br /><br />Here we are once again with the gift giving season only a week or so away. Like many this year, you may find yourself short on cash and in desperate need of a thoughtful and inexpensive gift idea for some of your favorite women.<br /><br />A great alternative to purchasing gifts this holiday season is to make them!<br /><br />If you are a beginner, the best way to start is to take a quick trip to your local neighborhood craft store. Joann Fabric happens to be my favorite, and they have a phenomenal selection of beads and beading supplies.<br /><br />To make a necklace you will need the following supplies and materials:<br /><br />silver tone jewelry wire<br /><br />pretty hand selected beads of your choice about 30 40 total per necklace<br /><br />crimp beadswire cutterbead mat so your beads dont roll away<br /><br />The first step in making the necklace is to decide on the length. Determining the length of your necklace will help in the design process. Once you have decided on the length you desire cut the silver tone jewelry wire and add 2 inches so that you have extra room to work with once its time to complete the piece with the clasps.<br /><br />After you have completed your cutting you will need to put 2 crimp beads and 1 enclosure on one end of the wire. In order to do this, place the crimp beads at one end of the string and then string the clasp on. With your , fold the very end of the jewelry wire over and loop it through the clasp loop and crimp beads. Once this step is complete you are now ready to clamp the crimp beads. To do this, make sure the crimp beads are lined up and push down on them, closing them around the jewelry wire. Soon you will be ready to start stringing beads onto the wire!<br /><br />Next, play around with the beads you bought. Try different combinations to find what you think the prettiest design and color combination for the necklace will be. Once to decide which beads to use and what order to place them in it will be time to sring them!<br /><br />Start stringing the beads onto your prepared wire. Once you have strung all of the beads you have selected for your design you will repeat the enclosure instructions given above with the crimp beads and the second enclosure clasp.<br /><br />Now you have a wonderful, thoughtful, one of a kind, made with love, handmade jewelry gift to give!<br /><br />To make the gift extra special you can find a creative way of packaging it by wrapping it in some pretty scrapbook paper or make your own pretty wrapping paper with rubber stamps and ink.<br /><br />No matter who you give this gift to it is sure to raise their spirit and warm their heart!<br /><br />Published by Kristi Kramer<br /><br />Just your typical Midwestern girl next door. Born and raised in a working class family, I have a strong work ethic and a great love of family, friends, and the simple things in life. I am the proud mother. Heres a niche market you may not have considered. Profit with a Handmade Jewelry BusinessOne of the most popular crafts around these days is beading and jewelry making.<br /><br />Related ContentHow to Make Your Own Jewelry KitJewelry Designers! How to Find a Niche for Your Handmade Jewelry Designs!How to Sell Handmade Jewelry Using the Power of SuggestionHow to Choose a Piece of Handmade JewelryHow to Make Soldered Microscope Slide Art JewelryBeading: Jewelry Making Parties Have Unlimited Income Potential How to Start a Business Doing Jewelry Making Parties.

DIY Handmade Jewelry Gifts

DIY Handmade Jewelry Gifts<br /><br />Here we are once again with the gift giving season only a week or so away. Like many this year, you may find yourself short on cash and in desperate need of a thoughtful and inexpensive gift idea for some of your favorite women.<br /><br />A great alternative to purchasing gifts this holiday season is to make them!<br /><br />If you are a beginner, the best way to start is to take a quick trip to your local neighborhood craft store. Joann Fabric happens to be my favorite, and they have a phenomenal selection of beads and beading supplies.<br /><br />To make a necklace you will need the following supplies and materials:<br /><br />silver tone jewelry wire<br /><br />pretty hand selected beads of your choice about 30 40 total per necklace<br /><br />crimp beadswire cutterbead mat so your beads dont roll away<br /><br />The first step in making the necklace is to decide on the length. Determining the length of your necklace will help in the design process. Once you have decided on the length you desire cut the silver tone jewelry wire and add 2 inches so that you have extra room to work with once its time to complete the piece with the clasps.<br /><br />After you have completed your cutting you will need to put 2 crimp beads and 1 enclosure on one end of the wire. In order to do this, place the crimp beads at one end of the string and then string the clasp on. With your , fold the very end of the jewelry wire over and loop it through the clasp loop and crimp beads. Once this step is complete you are now ready to clamp the crimp beads. To do this, make sure the crimp beads are lined up and push down on them, closing them around the jewelry wire. Soon you will be ready to start stringing beads onto the wire!<br /><br />Next, play around with the beads you bought. Try different combinations to find what you think the prettiest design and color combination for the necklace will be. Once to decide which beads to use and what order to place them in it will be time to sring them!<br /><br />Start stringing the beads onto your prepared wire. Once you have strung all of the beads you have selected for your design you will repeat the enclosure instructions given above with the crimp beads and the second enclosure clasp.<br /><br />Now you have a wonderful, thoughtful, one of a kind, made with love, handmade jewelry gift to give!<br /><br />To make the gift extra special you can find a creative way of packaging it by wrapping it in some pretty scrapbook paper or make your own pretty wrapping paper with rubber stamps and ink.<br /><br />No matter who you give this gift to it is sure to raise their spirit and warm their heart!<br /><br />Published by Kristi Kramer<br /><br />Just your typical Midwestern girl next door. Born and raised in a working class family, I have a strong work ethic and a great love of family, friends, and the simple things in life. I am the proud mother. Heres a niche market you may not have considered. Profit with a Handmade Jewelry BusinessOne of the most popular crafts around these days is beading and jewelry making.<br /><br />Related ContentHow to Make Your Own Jewelry KitJewelry Designers! How to Find a Niche for Your Handmade Jewelry Designs!How to Sell Handmade Jewelry Using the Power of SuggestionHow to Choose a Piece of Handmade JewelryHow to Make Soldered Microscope Slide Art JewelryBeading: Jewelry Making Parties Have Unlimited Income Potential How to Start a Business Doing Jewelry Making Parties.

Crafty Gift and Gag Gift Ideas

Crafty Gift and Gag Gift Ideas<br /><br />Last year I made everybody I know scarves, I made a couple of little boxes, and I painted some nutcrackers. This year, the most creative thing Ive done is wrap a birthday present in Christmas paper. And not for the sake of creativity, but for the sake of laziness. I made a wreath too, but that was for myself.<br /><br />I need some crafting ideas!! Anybody out there have any fun suggestions? My painting skills are somewhat read: very lacking. I like to glue things and I love glitter. I can do plastic canvas. I know two stitches in crotchet so thats not the best idea those two stitches made about 15 scarves though.<br /><br />I also need a gag gift for my fiance something silly that will be from our cats. The label will probably read To Pawpaw from Cringer and Jill so it has to be something really ridiculous. My sib suggested a mug that says Worlds Best Dad which might be fun, but is it silly enough? I am not sure. or string. :P Im tempted to take those classes at craft stores to learn how to sew or crochet. It really interests me.<br /><br />Im making a wreath this year for my mother for her front door. :3 Its not a Christmas gift per say. but just a fun unique gift for Christmas. :D<br /><br />I like to go in crafting stores to look at their already assembled pieces like a plain wooden box and think of what I could do it to turn it from 6 connected planks of wood into something fun. Jewelry box, perhaps? They come in different sizes too.<br /><br />You dont need super painting skills to color something a different color. :<br /><br />Have you tried making jewelry? I got a really awesome book from the library that I liked so much I scanned every single page to keep. It has very detailed how tos on making different jewelry pieces with different techniques.<br /><br />Scrap books for people you know whom you have fun memories with is nice too and sentimental. :D<br /><br />Gifts from pets is so much fun! They even have cards from pets in stores! :D I think the cup idea is brilliant. At the mall here, theres a kiosk that does t shirt with pets on it with a message. I always found them to be super creepy but at the same time would be a super funny gag gift. Imagine a white t shirt, center with the pic of your kitties and on the top and bottom of the pic:<br /><br />We Love<br /><br />pic here<br /><br />Our Daddy!<br /><br />So creepy and perfect at the same time. XD<br /><br />My mom can do everything. Crotchet, knitting, cross stitch, plastic canvas, painting, I could go on. She has tried to teach me but I lack patience. I have picked up a few tings.<br /><br />I have done some beading but the jewelry I make tends to fall apart. Heh. I think the crafting talent is lacking in me my mom gave it all to my sib, :P I do love making scrapbooks, I forgot about that; I made my sib an awesome one last year with pictures of us as children and a bunch of inside jokes. It was a favourite :<br /><br />I love the tshirt idea. Creepy and awesome, indeed. Theres a place at the mall across the street from my apartment that does homemade tshirts and theyll put whatever picture you want on there. I am officially tempted.<br /><br />Original Post by thehappyfish:<br /><br />My mom can do everything. Crotchet, knitting, cross stitch, plastic canvas, painting, I could go on. She has tried to teach me but I lack patience. I have picked up a few tings.<br /><br />I have done some beading but the jewelry I make tends to fall apart. Heh. I think the crafting talent is lacking in me my mom gave it all to my sib, :P I do love making scrapbooks, I forgot about that; I made my sib an awesome one last year with pictures of us as children and a bunch of inside jokes. It was a favourite :<br /><br />I love the tshirt idea. Creepy and awesome, indeed. Theres a place at the mall across the street from my apartment that does homemade tshirts and theyll put whatever picture you want on there. I am officially tempted.<br /><br />I want to meet your mom! I also lack the crafting talent that comes naturally to others in my family but since Im related its gonna be in me somewhere so I refuse to give up! I love it so much and its sometimes off putting when I cant just make something as easily as others.<br /><br />Have you ever made anything with ceramics? They sell clay in craft stores that you can cook in your own oven at home. You could make a food bowl in the style that a pet would use and have it with a card that says something to the effect of him having his own food bowl too. ;D Could even put a messy painted paw print in the card with the color used on the bowl. :D<br /><br />Original Post by cptbunny:<br /><br />Have you ever made anything with ceramics? They sell clay in craft stores that you can cook in your own oven at home. You could make a food bowl in the style that a pet would use and have it with a card that says something to the effect of him having his own food bowl too. ;D Could even put a messy painted paw print in the card with the color used on the bowl. :D