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Useful Business Snippets

Posted on August 13, 2009 by ElenaMay 28, 2015

Need information on running a business? The Business Mums Blog gives a helping hand and lots of nifty ideas on branding, marketing, communications, customer service, organisation, promoting your business, competitions, blogging, and lots more. These business tips are posted daily so there’s something new to read about every time you visit.

This entry is a handy one to read if you’re wanting to turn a hobby into a business – Hobby to Business – start paying for things . Stay tuned because Melissa is planning a series of blog posts on the Hobby to Business theme.

Are you using Twitter yet? Or maybe you’re not too sure how to use Twitter? Twitter is heard about everywhere and it can be hard to know how to use it – be it for personal, business or both. Tilda Virtual Services has two posts on twittering – What all this about Twitter? and How to use Twitter . These posts are a handy reference to twittering.

The Creative Treasury

Posted on August 11, 2009 by ElenaMay 28, 2015

I’m considering changing the name of my blog. This blog has always be named EP Designs but I’m thnking about changing it to The Creative Treasury. I don’t know why I do things out-of-the-blue like this but thought I’d trial the change.

The name EP Designs has been used since my ‘hobby business’ days and it’s the business name I registered. I think it’s because I got so used to that name. I’m in the process of ‘renovating’ this blog but wanted to give it a more ‘interesting’ name.

I don’t know if this is a good idea or whether it will just confuse people who visit here. If I keep this title I’ll also change the header design.

The other names I’m considering is Decorative Treasury or Timeless Treasures

I’ll have a think about it for a short while, but would love to know what you think. Should I make the change? Or should I go back to the original name?

What Do These Things Have In Common?

Posted on August 11, 2009 by ElenaMay 28, 2015

Computer Program
Fire Escape
Life Raft
Medical Syringe
Safety Device For Elevators
Windshield Wiper
Circular Saw
Dam and Reservoir Construction
Engine Muffler
Kelvar – a steel-like fibre used n radial tires, crash ehlmets and bullet-proof vests.

….. They were all invented by women. There are numerous more inventions by women; in fact the list of women inventors is possibly as long as their male counterparts. However, during the 19th Century women were not able to patent their inventions in their own name. Their legal rights were virtually non-existant so had to rely on their husband’s or father’s help….. and their inventions would be patented in their names…. you can read more on Women Inventors Here.

Augusta Ada Byron

From the above list, the women inventors are ……

Computer Program -Augusta Ada Byron -1842

Fire Escape – Anna Connelly – 1887

Life Raft – Maria Beaseley -1882

Medical Syringe – Letitia Geer – 1899

Safety Device For Elevators – Harriet Tracy -1892

Windshield Wiper – Mary Anderon – 1903

Circular Saw – Tabitha Babbit – 1812

Dam and Reservoir Construction – Harriet Strong – 1887

Engine Muffler – El Dorado Jones – 1917

Silver Screen Actress Hedy Lamarr was also an inventor. Read about the invention of Spread Spectrum Technology

Southern Charm With Southern Tales ……

Posted on August 10, 2009 by ElenaMay 28, 2015

…. But Not Always In The South. That’s Britanny’s tag line in the header of her blog.

Brittany from The Greer 5 would love to get to know her readers more so she has organised a quick survey. There’s no signing up or private information needed. Brittany seems to be enjoying her blogging and likes to know what her readers prefer. She loves doing reviews, doing giveaways, sharing tips, tricks and recipes. So pop on over to her blog and check it out then have a go at her survey – it only took me about 20-30 seconds to complete.

Pink Mix Of New & Recreated Treasures

Posted on August 8, 2009 by ElenaMay 28, 2015

Welcome to Pink Saturday!

On show for Pink Saturday is a mix of recreated treasures. This photo was taken at one of the Christmas Exhibition & Sale sales I would stage each year. This is the type of work I love to do. Everything in this photo was recreated or made by EP Designs … that’s me.

The decorative tabelcloths, throws, and tablerunners were designed and trimmed by me but sewn by my mum …. I can design, paint and create but I can’t sew – mum is a perfectionist and sews beautifully.

If you look closely at the above photo you will also find tassels (including beaded tassels), rose coasters, an elegant pin cushion, a couple of items from last week’s Pink Saturday, and a small velvet covered book….. can you find them?

Most of the items in the first photo are sold – including the above tray. It feels great knowing that people out there are enjoying my work and using them to ‘pretty up’ or brighten a little corner of their home.

I hope you’ve enjoyed this week’s Pink Saturday – I look forward to reading yours.

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There are many wonderful entries for Pink Saturday which is hosted by Beverly at How Sweet The Sound. Take time to visit participants’ blogs and see how Pink everyone’s Saturdays can be.

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Happy Pink Saturday!

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