2005 St Valentine's Day handmade crafts

Get a head start on your MJ Crafts Design Studio St. Valentine's Day shopping as we won't be able to fill orders during the month of February. We are moving back to the states from overseas, after retiring from a 24-year career in the US Air Force.

Let me describe what we have for St. Valentine's Day:



Seasonal Wire Heart Ornament:
Dimensions: About 10.75 in x 8 in Description: This handmade ornament is hand crafted in Copper with blown glass beads. Each detail is created based on the artist's perspective and creative freedom of expression. Beautiful for garden, terrace or home accent decor.Unique Design!
Retail Price: $28.00



Decorated Egg Heart Jewel:
Dimensions: About: 8.5 in h x 4 in wDescription: Front red heart door opens. Inside, one large drop AB Austrian Crystal and red heart shaped crystal, both resting on a red velvet pillow with gold color details. This piece was imperial gold color and red satin finish. Accented with AB Austrian Crystals and red Ruby crystals. 18K gold plated stand and fidings.Decorated box available for this eggypiece.
Retail Price: $295.00



St. Valentine's Heart Pendant Necklaces:
Dimensions: About 9-10 in longDescription: Handmade with glazed Fimo. Embellished with Austrian crystals. Leather cord, nickel wire and silver plated findings are used for final details. Perfect to match with any personal style.
Other designs and colors will be available soon!!!
Retail Price: $16.50 each



St. Valentine's Polka-Dots Hearts Pin:
Dimensions: About 4.5"h x 2.5"w(including the beaded wires)Description: This porcelain handmade ornament is painted in bright colors and gold enamel details. Embellished w/AB and Ruby Austrian Crystals. Glass beads and pearls are used. Also, gold color wire is used for final details.Express your feelings with this unique gift!
Retail Price: $25.50

These are but some of the beautiful crafts at MJ Crafts Design Studio. Don't forget to use the Site Map, Site Map 2 if you have questions on what to find. Also, if you have a quality related site, link with us at our VIP Art-Handmade Crafts-Gifts Related Sites Directory. As always, it is a pleasure for us to have you as a visitor!


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How to be a good neighbor at craft events-interesting article!

In researching the net to improve our MJ Crafts Design Studio crafts and services, I have found some very interesting articles in the internet and wanted to share them with you. Don't forget to review our "New craft items" for our latest handmade crafts. Also our site map is still the best way to navigate our site. Make sure you review the second sitemap as well. Also, if you have a quality site related to "handmade crafts, decorated eggs, art, gifts, beads, polymer clay, or similar themes" consider exchanging links with us. Check out our Handmade Crafts VIP Related Resources Directory.

This article is titled: Booth Etiquette :How to be a better "neighbor" at crafts events by Wiliam T. Lasley

When attending craft shows, there are some simple things to keep in mind that will make you a better neighbor. Remember that there are others at the event who, like you, are there to make money. To make the best of things you should try to acknowledge the needs and rights of your fellow crafters.

Stay within you allotted space
If your display needs that extra "couple of inches", buy it from the promoters before the event. Often you will need to purchase a "double" booth or at least an additional half space. Check with the show promoter to see what options you have regarding measurements. If you do not want to incur that added expense, you may need to redesign your display so that it will fit in the space you purchase. Whatever you do, do not extend your display into your neighbor's space! The quickest way to make an enemy at a show is to steal space from a fellow exhibitor. And it is stealing. When you put your display into another crafter's booth, you are taking space that someone else has paid for, which is theft, not to mention, rude.

Design your booth in a way that makes it accessible without infringing on your neighbor.

While this relates to the guideline above, it is actually a little different. Sometimes, a display layout may need to be accessible on two sides. In most cases this would require a corner or end spot (yeah, they cost more too, check with the folks in charge of your event). If you are side by side with two other exhibitors, your booth will only be accessible from the front. Don't expect your neighbor to redesign their booth so customers can get to an extra side on yours.
Be friendly to fellow exhibitors, but don't be a pestIt's fine to visit with other exhibitors at a show; in fact I love meeting new crafters! But don't stand around talking if a customer walks in. Remember, craftspeople are there to make money. They can't do that if someone is continually visiting or blocking customers from viewing their wares.

Give yourself enough time to set up before the show begins
Setting up a booth at a craft fair takes time. It takes more time for some than for others. Whether it takes you a few minutes or several hours, be sure you allot enough time to finish before the customers arrive. Boxes blocking aisles keep customers from visiting other booths. Even if you are not in the aisles, setting up a display in your space while the show is open distracts customers. This can hurt sales for yourself and your colleagues.

To sum it up, be aware that there are others attending craft events beside yourself. Be courteous to fellow craftspeople and keep in mind that what may work best for you may infringe upon other exhibitors. Too many negative happenings can make enemies of your fellow craftspeople, or even get you banned from a show. By getting along with others, you can sometimes make important contacts and better yet, friends for life!

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Ordering Information

Recently we had a customer who was in a rush to receive her order, but who waited for several weeks before sending payment in full. This individual was unable to understand how to answer a "PayPal Request for Money" so she ended up sending us a check, which obviously took longer to receive, endorse, mail away and clear.

Furthermore, we clearly state in our site that the crafts will NOT be created until AFTER THE FULL PAYMENT IS RECEIVED! So, just to clear any doubts, let me reproduce below the information we have in our site, at the "How to Order" Page:

MJ Crafts Design Studio

All work is made to order and special requests are welcome.Remember to write any information that will help to produce your request correctly.The artist will contact you by email or by phone, if necessary for more details.
We no longer carry a printed copy of the catalog. This online catalog provides the most up to date information, as well as the lowest prices available.
How to Order:
If you wish to order now thru the website and pay with Visa/MC/AE/Discovery/e-check...Just use the cart symbol for each item and follow PayPal instructions.The shipping, handling and mailing (insured) is about 7% of the order total.
Or if you wish to order by email, mail or fax, after we receive your order we will send you a(Request Money) from our account with PayPal. Once you receive it, please, follow PayPal instructions...it is very easy and free to use!
Remember...Your transaction is secure on this site withPayPal
For all email, fax or mail orders ONLY, please specify the following:
1. Your Name, Phone number, Company name, Tax business number if applyAddress to be shipped, Shipping terms selected (USPS or UPS).
2. Please, specify the item number, item name, the quantity of each item and the pricefor each item.

There is No Minimum Order!

Mailing address:
Mary Gonzalez / MJ Crafts Design StudioODC-U.S. Embassy MontevideoUnit 4506APO AA 34035

Payment terms:Personal or Company checks and Money Orders accepted.If you are paying with check's or money order, please send it via mail ASAP. The fasterthe payment is received, the faster your order will be shipped.
Please, make checks payable to:Mary M. Gonzalez
Your order will NOT be processed and shippedUNTIL AFTER payment is received!

Shipping & Handling terms:
All USA orders, shipped Insured/PriorityMail/USPS (United States Postal Service)and protectively wrapped. Add 7% for shipping to all orders.For UPS delivery service, please send me an email for an estimate.The estimate will be calculated accordingto your location, quantity of items and an estimated weight.

For international orders:
Please contact us via email to find out about shipping charges.Thank You! Mary Gonzalez

Turnaround time: 1-3 weeks (AFTER PAYMENT IS RECEIVED)

"I will be more than happy to create specially for you, your store or your gallery"
Mary Gonzalez

All Handmade Crafts & Decorated Eggs - MJ Crafts Design Studio features the Eggypiece Art Collection, beautiful and funny FIMO Polymer Clay creations, and many more 100% handmade crafts made out of ceramics, porcelain, wire, beads, and polymer clay. Very unusual! PayPal and Family Friendly. Come and Visit Us!