Archive for January, 2009
Just recently I’ve received a number of requests from writers and writing-related organisations. The latest is from Carissa Halston, who quote rightly pointed out that writers are often missing from indie-related sites and blogs. After all, writers are artists too. I have therefore added a brand new category devoted entirely to[.....]
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Something a little bit different today. These beautiful bookmarks are made from copper by Studio 2b2. The nature inspired patterns are created from original drawings and have been etched onto the surface of the metal.
No more folding over page corners or using old bus tickets to mark your[.....]
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Today we follow Hannah Nunn though a day in her life . . . .
Getting up
My daughter Ffion (14) gets up first at around SIX o’clock (way too early) and clatters around the house running the bath, drying her hair etc. Once I’m awake I’m not very good a dozing off again so I[.....]
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Get 20% off at Lost in the Forest using coupon code ‘20SMILES’. Save on enchanted jewellery and accessories inspired by ‘times gone by, tea parties, walks in the countryside, castles, fairy tales, love stories and the forest’.
And if you mention Indie Quarter at the checkout, you’ll get free shipping too!
www.lostintheforest.etsy.com
Offer[.....]
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Cause a Scene fashion editor, Sarah Jane Adams, has put together some useful tips on gaining press coverage.
Do your Homework
Make sure the magazine you are pitching to is an appropriate fit with your brand. Investing a small amount of time targeting publications carefully can produce much more effective results than blanket mailing every[.....]
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For the last two years Indie Fixx Shop has been delighting and tempting us with an abundance of unusual and inspiring handmade goods. I was therefore sorry to hear that on 15th March it will be closing its shutters to allow shop owner Jen to spend more time with family and on new pursuits.[.....]
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The CCA (Centre for Contemporary Arts in Glasgow) is launching a new quarterly publication dedicated to creative writing. Edited by Francis McKee and Louise Shelley, each issue will feature new work, as well as work commissioned specially for the publication.
I’m currently working with the CCA as part of an audience development internship, helping[.....]
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Cutie Pie has created some delightful new necklaces. The theme is ‘Afternoon Tea in Paris’ and treats include pink and green macaroons with creamy fillings and sparkly gems. Delicious.
Go to www.ilovecutiepie.com.
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