tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-90662534215680304052024-03-13T12:11:38.861-07:00What Shoes I Wear...walking along this life as artist, partner, friend, educator, student, business owner, volunteer, professional, amateur, musician, cook, lover of Maine...seeking creative ways to understand and celebrate life's triumphs and challenges. Welcome to "What Shoes I Wear."--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.comBlogger243125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-47004981905924757792010-07-16T04:46:00.000-07:002010-07-16T04:59:30.324-07:00Closing Sojourn QuiltsThe time has come to close Sojourn Quilts on Etsy. A "sojourn" is a resting place" and this shop has served me well. My deepest, heartfelt thanks to SQ customers and friends. I am off on a new creative adventure with my friend and business partner, Christina. We are making hand-printed organic linen tea towels and other cool kitchen accessories.<br /><br />Out with the old...<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/TEBHprtVhcI/AAAAAAAABSY/D0Sy0FEmT3U/s1600/Full.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 226px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/TEBHprtVhcI/AAAAAAAABSY/D0Sy0FEmT3U/s320/Full.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5494470326825092546" /></a><br /><br />In with the new...<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/TEBIWWWanCI/AAAAAAAABSg/e8TdcmLPVHY/s1600/poppies.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 275px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/TEBIWWWanCI/AAAAAAAABSg/e8TdcmLPVHY/s320/poppies.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5494471094185925666" /></a><br /><br />Please do come visit us at our shop <a href="http://www.madderroot.etsy.com">Madder Root</a> and follow us on our <a href="http://www.madderroot.blogspot.com">blog</a>. <br /><br />Thanks again, friends, and happy journeys!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-7431677667539237332010-05-07T02:41:00.000-07:002010-05-07T02:50:42.301-07:00Introducing...Madder Root Recipe CardsWhile Christina and I have mostly worked on tea towels over the past month or so, this week we expanded our <a href="http://www.madderroot.etsy.com">Madder Root</a> product offerings to include recipe cards.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S-Pg6KdAV9I/AAAAAAAABQ4/QMEwwpY7mm4/s1600/ButtercupRecipe.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 248px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S-Pg6KdAV9I/AAAAAAAABQ4/QMEwwpY7mm4/s320/ButtercupRecipe.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5468461662400960466" /></a><br /><br />Whether it's a new recipe or a treasured family favorite these charming hand printed recipe cards are a perfect addition to your kitchen. All cards are printed on 100% recycled paper. At 5 1/2"x 8 1/2" they are large enough for any recipe and folded in half they will fit in a standard 4"x6" recipe box. <br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S-Phoc-WBYI/AAAAAAAABRA/mFzs5asimRs/s1600/RedRecipe.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S-Phoc-WBYI/AAAAAAAABRA/mFzs5asimRs/s320/RedRecipe.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5468462457646613890" /></a><br /><br />Each card is hand printed with water-based non-toxic inks. Slight variations in placement and color add to the charm.<br /><br />We will be adding more designs and colors soon!<br /><br />For more information about our recipe cards, tea towels or scarves, please visit our <a href="http://www.madderroot.etsy.com">shop</a>.<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-19244198914253696252010-05-02T09:53:00.001-07:002010-05-02T09:55:50.906-07:00Maine Team Featured Artist<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S92ualwg3II/AAAAAAAABQw/ApWjtpPF18A/s1600/Full.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 229px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S92ualwg3II/AAAAAAAABQw/ApWjtpPF18A/s320/Full.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5466717294533074050" /></a><br /><br />I just found out I am May's Featured Artist on the <a href="http://etsymaineteam.blogspot.com/2010/05/may-artist-of-month-sojourn-quilts.html">Etsy Maine Team</a>. What an honor! <br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-29558914094541326932010-04-26T03:13:00.000-07:002010-04-26T03:21:47.376-07:00Penobscot River Revival Festival Exhibitors Wanted<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S9VnnWbQlyI/AAAAAAAABP8/4utI09ht1_M/s1600/Lures.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S9VnnWbQlyI/AAAAAAAABP8/4utI09ht1_M/s320/Lures.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5464387648616437538" /></a><br /><br />The third annual <a href="http://penobscotriver.org/">Penobscot River Revival on the Bangor Waterfront</a> will be held Saturday, July 10, 2010. The organizers of this event are looking for exhibitors. Preregistration is required. The celebration will be from 10am to 3pm, with arrival and set-up scheduled for 9am. Space will be provided and identified. Exhibitors are asked to bring their own table and electric cords, if needed. There is no registration or booth fee, but donations toward the event are welcome. Donation items for a raffle will also be accepted. For more information, please contact the event coordinator at info@penobscotriver.org or call Cheryl Daigle at 207.232.9969.sojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-63936750747500655572010-04-19T17:49:00.001-07:002010-04-21T05:17:09.158-07:00Quickbooks v. MYOB for Mac<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S8z6bPfwM2I/AAAAAAAABP0/rFnpZjS_iew/s1600/Detail.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 285px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S8z6bPfwM2I/AAAAAAAABP0/rFnpZjS_iew/s320/Detail.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5462015794016695138" /></a><br /><br />I am researching accounting programs for Mac. If you have any insights on Quickbooks v. MYOB, I would love to hear them. I decided to try a 30-day trial version of MYOB for Mac. I will let you know how it goes!<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-45360641259234137632010-04-11T05:54:00.000-07:002010-04-11T05:57:14.138-07:00A madder root scarf makes Etsy's front page!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S8HGklMHkoI/AAAAAAAABO0/s5zlh4pvhqk/s1600/Screen+shot+2010-04-11+at+8.42.29+AM.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 246px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S8HGklMHkoI/AAAAAAAABO0/s5zlh4pvhqk/s320/Screen+shot+2010-04-11+at+8.42.29+AM.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5458862555110281858" /></a><br /><br />One of our grey scarves with teasel was featured on <a href="http://www.etsy.com">Etsy's</a> front page today, along with other <a href="http://www.etsymaineteam.com/">Etsy Maine Team</a> products and sellers. Thank you, <a href="http://www.atelierfrost.etsy.com">atelierfrost</a> for including us in your treasury!<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-44567606873365634772010-04-10T19:50:00.001-07:002010-04-10T19:53:13.199-07:00Soft Baby Blues Treasury<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S8E5GCCR5DI/AAAAAAAABOs/xrytEVK8hxM/s1600/Screen+shot+2010-04-10+at+10.49.44+PM.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 310px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S8E5GCCR5DI/AAAAAAAABOs/xrytEVK8hxM/s320/Screen+shot+2010-04-10+at+10.49.44+PM.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5458706999138182194" /></a><br /><br />I curated this <a href="http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=125252">Etsy Treasury</a> that features items from shops I like. Clicking and commenting on the treasury helps bring visibility to these talented artisans. The treasury expires Tuesday April 13 at 1:41pm.<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-22845308212341610462010-04-07T04:40:00.000-07:002010-04-08T17:35:54.306-07:00Social Media<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S1YGn5SMNsI/AAAAAAAABEs/bPadzOmWD8A/s1600-h/BusinessPlan.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S1YGn5SMNsI/AAAAAAAABEs/bPadzOmWD8A/s320/BusinessPlan.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428533683303495362" /></a><br /><br />As some of you may know, I was recently a guest on Jane Haskell's <a href="http://archives.weru.org/doing-business/doing-business-4110">Doing Business</a> radio show (<a href="http://weru.org">WERU</a> 89.9FM Blue Hill, Maine). The topic was using social media in business. You can hear the radio show by clicking on the Doing Business link.<br /><br />Jane provided me with some questions ahead of time. Here are some highlights.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">How would you rate yourself in the use of social media one year to six months ago to now?</span><br /><br />One year to six months ago, I was using blogspot, Flickr and various chatrooms inconsistently and not very cohesively. Now, I'm involved with Blogspot, Flickr, Twitter, Facebook, LinkedIn, Etsy chatrooms and forums. I'm trying to be more deliberate in my approach and develop common themes among the social media tools I'm using.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Why do you feel your business needs social media?</span><br /><br />It's where the conversations are happening. More people are online and using social media. If I want to connect with people--friends, family, customers, potential customers--I need to spend at least some of my time online.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">What makes it so now compared to one year ago?</span><br /><br />My perspective is changing about the usefulness of social media. I'm interested in the "social" part of social media. To me, it means developing a language, a way of communicating online that invites conversation. For example, I could post something that says "Here is what I made today." By changing the wording, slightly, I can invite people to participate with the posting instead of just reading it (or clicking away from it): "I've been working on this new project, what do you think?" Posts that elicit a variety of interactions help me learn what my readers are thinking.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">How does social media help with your business?</span><br /><br />I'm not sure if there is a direct correlation with my posts and sales. It's difficult to measure. However, I do think people are interested in learning about the person behind my business. Using social media is a way for me to share my personality: what inspires me, where I get my ideas, what challenges and rewards I face.<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">How do you integrate social media into your business plan?</span><br /><br />Social media is an extension of my online business and presence. It takes some planning. Some questions I ask are "What social media sites are best for me and my business?" "What social media tools are my customers using?" "What information will I post?" "What format will I use? (photos, tweets, blog posts, etc.?) "How will I know this is working for me?" "What criteria will I use to measure my progress?"<br /><br /><span style="font-weight:bold;">Why would you want to post material about your business and have people discuss it?</span><br /><br />The biggest thing for me is showing people there is a human being behind my business. I like to share my experiences, insights and opinions and allow people to see some of what makes me tick. I'm a bit of a home body, so having an online presence also allows accessibility and visibility to areas of the world I would not otherwise tap into. I think whether I am online or off, people are discussing my business in one way or another. Having a presence online also means I am participating in the conversation. I learn a lot about people and the changes that are occurring in art and business--particularly in the area of microenterprise. I like being part of the conversation.<br /><br />These are just some of the questions and answers I prepared for the radio show. There are a lot of good tips from the other guests on the show as well, so I hope you'll take a listen. Please let me know if this was helpful and/or if you have further comments or questions about social media.<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-45008183025493377832010-04-05T15:27:00.001-07:002010-04-05T15:31:10.715-07:00Burgundy Blush Treasury<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S7pkOn_-wCI/AAAAAAAABOk/wYZnr6vV468/s1600/BurgundyBlushTreasury.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 306px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S7pkOn_-wCI/AAAAAAAABOk/wYZnr6vV468/s320/BurgundyBlushTreasury.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5456784100931059746" /></a><br /><br />I curated this <a href="http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=124050">Etsy treasury</a> today. Clicking and commenting on the treasury itself will help bring visibility to these talented artisans. The treasury expires 4/10/10 at 10:48pm.<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-1573240647009424142010-04-05T04:34:00.001-07:002010-04-05T04:35:15.547-07:00In the Tool Shop (Pembroke, ME)<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S7nK536UoZI/AAAAAAAABOc/uZCk9-UR478/s1600/Filings.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S7nK536UoZI/AAAAAAAABOc/uZCk9-UR478/s320/Filings.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5456615519145992594" /></a>sojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-86760516361295265312010-03-31T14:17:00.000-07:002010-03-31T14:26:50.591-07:00Is Social Media for My Business?<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S2qqGkdDQgI/AAAAAAAABJ0/Ts3N256HdE8/s1600-h/JanPopArt.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S2qqGkdDQgI/AAAAAAAABJ0/Ts3N256HdE8/s320/JanPopArt.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5434342930217386498" /></a><br /><br />Is Social Media for My Business? That is the topic for Thursday's "Doing Business" radio show on <a href="http://www.weru.org">WERU</a> (Blue Hill 89.9FM). The show is hosted by Jane Haskell and I am one of the guests representing micro-enterprises. The show airs 10am-11am EST and will be archived online. I will provide a link when it available.<br /><br />If you have ideas about using social media in business, feel free to post your comments here.<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-61027670189067238602010-03-30T10:56:00.001-07:002010-03-30T11:00:08.958-07:00Madder Root on Etsy Finds<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S7I7jGg52XI/AAAAAAAABOU/ixy0_O6-GPQ/s1600/Poppies.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 270px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S7I7jGg52XI/AAAAAAAABOU/ixy0_O6-GPQ/s320/Poppies.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454487572929173874" /></a><br /><br /><br />Woot! Woot! <a href="http://www.madderroot.etsy.com">Madder Root</a> is featured in today's <a href="http://www.etsy.com/storque/spotlight/etsy-finds-trawling-the-depths-7590/">Etsy finds!</a> Look for our Poppy Tea towel printed in buttercup. Too exciting for words!<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-56589459159827183602010-03-29T05:14:00.000-07:002010-03-29T05:19:41.702-07:00Bloomin' Cones!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S7CaD2oPJ7I/AAAAAAAABOE/bKGRWlAljdQ/s1600/Pinecones.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S7CaD2oPJ7I/AAAAAAAABOE/bKGRWlAljdQ/s320/Pinecones.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454028539740235698" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S7CZ8IEfJyI/AAAAAAAABN8/ZVz7MhnDOK4/s1600/Pinecones1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S7CZ8IEfJyI/AAAAAAAABN8/ZVz7MhnDOK4/s320/Pinecones1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5454028406983173922" /></a><br /><br />For some reason, I was fixated on these cones yesterday. I think because they looked so round and cute on the trees. Lots of texture, too, between the sprills and the cones themselves. <br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-11967947013720973192010-03-28T02:52:00.000-07:002010-03-28T02:57:41.165-07:00Easy Way to Help the Bangor Area Children's Choir<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S68niXLY98I/AAAAAAAABN0/GQfq4JYoWDQ/s1600/Full.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 228px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S68niXLY98I/AAAAAAAABN0/GQfq4JYoWDQ/s320/Full.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5453621145059784642" /></a><br /><br />Since it's spring cleaning time, here's how you can find room in your garage and help the <a href="http://www.bangorareachildrenschoir.com/">Bangor Area Children's Choir</a> at the same time: take your returnable bottles and cans to Larry Barron's Bangor Redemption & Beverage Center at 490 Broadway in Bangor. Just tell the staff to credit the BACC account. No need to count; just bag and drop your returnables. Simple as that!<br /><br />Cheers! Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-15324033116967523682010-03-27T07:11:00.000-07:002010-03-27T07:13:44.701-07:00Etsy Front Page!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S64SS2f_z2I/AAAAAAAABNs/tKv13p0R9Wk/s1600/Screen+shot+2010-03-27+at+9.48.02+AM.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 245px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S64SS2f_z2I/AAAAAAAABNs/tKv13p0R9Wk/s320/Screen+shot+2010-03-27+at+9.48.02+AM.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5453316313868914530" /></a><br /><br /><br />Woot! Woot! One of our <a href="http://www.madderroot.etsy.com">Madder Root</a> scarves made the front page this morning! So exciting!<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-45310974129941754532010-03-26T03:55:00.001-07:002010-03-26T04:08:16.271-07:00New Ventures Entrepreneurship Training<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S6yTPYM3qHI/AAAAAAAABNk/CZX5PR7Khsk/s1600/Full.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 226px; height: 320px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S6yTPYM3qHI/AAAAAAAABNk/CZX5PR7Khsk/s320/Full.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5452895141242579058" /></a><br />Women, Work & Community will offer the New Ventures Entrepreneurship 60 hour Training Program at University College in Bangor, Maine. The training will be held every Tuesday from April 27 to July 13 from 9:30 to 3:00. An application, orientation and interview are required.<br /> <br />An in-depth coverage of topics such as: your customer, competition, marketing, record keeping, taxes, legal aspects, financing, and operations will result in a written business plan. Class size is limited to 15.<br /> <br />Applications are due Friday April 16th and the orientation will be held on Tuesday April 20th from 9:30 to 11:30 at Bangor Hall, University College in Bangor.<br /> <br />For an application or more information, call 262-7843, or email searles@maine.edu For additional information on other programs, visit the web site at <a href-"http://www.womenworkandcommunity.org">www.womenworkandcommunity.org</a>.<br /><br />I highly recommend this training. It will help you get a good solid foundation under your business idea or help you strengthen your current enterprise if you have never done a business plan.<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-11572704504647547062010-03-25T05:37:00.000-07:002010-03-25T05:38:38.704-07:00Purples Blues and Greens<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S6tZFBV04iI/AAAAAAAABNc/xBUsdW8Q3qk/s1600/Crocus.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 253px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S6tZFBV04iI/AAAAAAAABNc/xBUsdW8Q3qk/s320/Crocus.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5452549716656316962" /></a><br /><br />Nice to see some color after the dull browns and greys of a snowless winter.<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-55834482951864617732010-03-23T10:52:00.000-07:002010-03-23T10:59:10.641-07:00Sage Advice Treasury<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S6kAEg7_-sI/AAAAAAAABNU/Qljt4vrl7Y8/s1600-h/Screen+shot+2010-03-23+at+1.52.16+PM.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 311px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S6kAEg7_-sI/AAAAAAAABNU/Qljt4vrl7Y8/s320/Screen+shot+2010-03-23+at+1.52.16+PM.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451888901469764290" /></a><br /><br />I curated this <a href="http://www.etsy.com/treasury_list.php?room_id=121182">Etsy treasury</a> called "Sage Advice." The treasury features handmade, organic, and/or recycled items found on the site. For those of you new to treasuries, they are member-curated galleries that change every 2 or three days. Clicking on the items and commenting in the space provided helps give the treasury--and its featured sellers--visibility within the site. The treasury will expire Friday, March 26 at 2:09am.<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-65329654722692268492010-03-22T16:45:00.000-07:002010-03-22T16:50:02.756-07:00Falling Leaves Tea Towel<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S6gBS-NnwjI/AAAAAAAABNM/WuzUSgKXySI/s1600-h/FallingLeavesTeaTowel.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 240px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S6gBS-NnwjI/AAAAAAAABNM/WuzUSgKXySI/s320/FallingLeavesTeaTowel.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5451608774381388338" /></a><br /><br />Christina and I are continuing to develop and print new designs. Here, we paired artichokes with our new falling leaves tea towel for product shots. Later in the day, we cooked the artichokes on the grill (along with other vegetables) for a yummy treat!<br /><br />You may find out more about our scarves and tea towels at <a href="http://www.madderroot.etsy.com">Madder Root</a>.<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-9385587986563451862010-03-16T08:53:00.001-07:002010-03-18T11:40:55.711-07:00Too Much Thread<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S5-qUffCOqI/AAAAAAAABNE/me9C4JlD9dM/s1600-h/Thread.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 262px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S5-qUffCOqI/AAAAAAAABNE/me9C4JlD9dM/s320/Thread.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5449261343167363746" /></a><br /><br />Can you ever have too much thread? Well, I wouldn't have thought so, but...yes! I bought a bunch...I mean a BUNCH...of thread for a project and ended up having a lot left over. So, I've started putting some in my <a href="http://www.sojournquilts.etsy.com">Etsy shop</a> for a discount. These are unused spools of thread marked below what I paid for them. I'd rather see them go to good homes and projects than to have them go to waste. <br /><br />All the thread is Mettler/Metrosene silk-finished cotton thread. Some are in 547 yard (500m) spools, some in 164 yard (150m) spools. I've used miles of this thread for quilts, clothes and other projects and love it! The large spools are on sale for $2.50 (Retail $5.88) and the small spools are $1.25 (Retail $2.35). Quantities will vary.<br /><br />The color numbers I have in stock at the time of this blog post are listed below.<br /><br />Large spools: 884 (Linen), 915 (Lavender), 554 (Aqua), 502 (Pale Yellow), 525 (Tan), 594 (Orange), 673 (Purple), 712 (Brown), 803 (Pink), 623 (Dolphin)<br /><br />Small spools: 553 (Dark Jade Green), 646 (Pink Coral), 789 (Wedgewood Blue), 684 (Dark Wedgewood), 769 (Blossom Pink), 575 (Light Lilac), 835 (Bright Geranium), 574 (Violet), 649 (Pink), 528 (Brown)<br /><br />This is a "destash," so once the spools are gone, they're gone! I won't be repeating this offer.<br /><br />Cheers!--Janyce<br /><a href="http://www.sojournquilts.etsy.com">Sojourn Quilts</a><br />"A Resting Place Along Life's Journey"sojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-62744377677294736992010-03-15T04:07:00.001-07:002010-03-15T04:08:58.705-07:00Spring is on its way!<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S54VIAz5aUI/AAAAAAAABM8/YtEzld4YwLI/s1600-h/StoneSun.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 234px; height: 320px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S54VIAz5aUI/AAAAAAAABM8/YtEzld4YwLI/s320/StoneSun.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5448815826565687618" /></a><br /><br />I saw this stone sun peeking at me from behind the snow melt. Spring is on its way, I'm sure of it!<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-15241973552096170172010-03-05T03:07:00.000-08:002010-03-05T11:27:54.888-08:00Madder Root<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S5DmDYk1SRI/AAAAAAAABMs/dHTsN0WGqUA/s1600-h/Poppies.jpg"><img style="margin: 0px auto 10px; display: block; text-align: center; cursor: pointer; width: 270px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S5DmDYk1SRI/AAAAAAAABMs/dHTsN0WGqUA/s320/Poppies.jpg" alt="" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5445104895301863698" border="0" /></a><br /><br />I am happy to announce the opening (a very soft opening) of <a href="http://www.madderroot.etsy.com/">Madder Root</a> on <a href="http://www.etsy.com/">Etsy</a>.<br /><br /><a href="http://www.madderroot.etsy.com/">Madder Root</a> was born out of a passion for fabric, art, lively conversation, cups of tea and walks with the dog with my friend Christina. I feel fortunate to share in this creative endeavor with her. Every day is an adventure in fun!<br /><br />We see creating and doing business in Maine as more than just a job. It is a lifestyle. We will be bringing to you hand printed tea towels, scarves and fat quarters made from organic fabrics, threads and printed with water based, solvent free inks.<br /><br />We are inspired by our state's ocean, forest and mountain vistas and we strive to protect the environment around us with every business choice we make. From our material to our packaging we are working hard to find environmentally friendly supplies without sacrificing quality.<br /><br />We are still building our website and will have more for you to see as the next days and weeks unfold. For now, you can reach us at <a href="http://www.madderroot.etsy.com/">http://www.madderroot.etsy.com</a>. I hope you will stop by and say hello. Please do let me know what you think!<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-23423552512043812582010-02-23T10:24:00.000-08:002010-02-23T11:55:32.357-08:00Demographics<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S1YGn5SMNsI/AAAAAAAABEs/bPadzOmWD8A/s1600-h/BusinessPlan.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 320px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S1YGn5SMNsI/AAAAAAAABEs/bPadzOmWD8A/s320/BusinessPlan.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5428533683303495362" /></a><br /><br />I took a week off from writing about business planning so I could actually write a business plan (or start one, anyway) for a new project I am working on. I will be announcing the project later, but for now, I want to return to the topic of business planning for this blog post. <br /><br />Today, we will explore demographics. Think of demographics as the vital statistics for your customers: where they live, what their income and education level is, what they like to do. You will want to collect as much information as possible about the people who both like AND want to buy your product or service. The more you know about who these people are, the more likely you will be able to find them when you choose your selling venues. (For those of you who missed it, the selling venue discussion may be found at this link: <a href="http://whatshoesiwear.blogspot.com/2010/02/selling-venues.html">Selling Venues</a>).<br /><br />I remember asking myself, when I was first starting business, "How am I supposed to know who my customers are? I have no sales!" <br /><br />Start with yourself. What do you like to do? Where do you live? How old are you? What is your income level? Chances are, you are providing a product or service that you enjoy (otherwise, why do it?) and, you can be certain that at least some of your future customers will be similar to you.<br /><br />Ask your friends and family if they would buy your product or service--and then add them to your growing list of demographic information. Note: Friends and family are not the most reliable lot--they do not want to hurt your feelings if they secretly dislike your product or service--so they are likely to say "yes" they would buy your product regardless of how they actually feel. Take friends and family comments with a grain of salt, but, do include some of their information in your demographics. It is a baseline...you can revise it later, if needed.<br /><br />Keep track of who actually does buy your product or service. Even at the beginning stages, you can start to get a feel for your true customer profile by jotting down basic information about who actually does make a purchase. It does not have to be complicated. Just start a chart in a notebook (or a spreadsheet on the computer) with headings that indicate the information you are looking for in your business. Here are some common headings: gender, location, population, age, education, ethnicity or race, income level, or whatever other information you want to track to get to know your customers better. Do not forget to include which products or services you offer that get the most attention. Are your customers drawn to particular colors or materials or sizes? Are they cost conscious or do they put quality and uniqueness of design above price? What motivates your customers to make a second purchase? What factors might turn them away? These types of questions bring your true customer to life.<br /><br />Do not worry if your demographic information seems skimpy at first. Keeping asking questions and listening to what your customers are saying. The more you interact you with your customers and potential customers, the more information you will gather. You do not have to be aggressive or overt about collecting marketing data. In fact, that will generally turn off potential customers (and maybe some existing ones, too). Just talk with people. Listen to their stories. And, when they make a purchase or sign up for your newsletter, take note of their demographic information. Over time, you will begin to have a more concrete, rounder picture of who your customers really are.<br /><br />I will be continuing to discuss business planning next week, though I have not decided what topic, yet! <br /><br />Did you find this information helpful? Please let me know if you have further ideas or questions about demographics (or business planning in general) by leaving a comment.<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-25539458708367608692010-02-18T11:45:00.001-08:002010-02-20T05:24:03.111-08:00Apple Tart with Caramel SauceI bought these golden delicious apples yesterday--so pretty in this blue bowl--and decided to try this <a href="http://www.epicurious.com/recipes/food/views/Apple-Tart-with-Caramel-Sauce-236507">Apple Tart with Carmel Sauce</a> recipe. It is described as "a grown-up spin on the caramel apple — in tart form." Good enough enticement for me!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32Z8GycfPI/AAAAAAAABLc/IqF6cq8W7dI/s1600-h/Apples.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 259px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32Z8GycfPI/AAAAAAAABLc/IqF6cq8W7dI/s320/Apples.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439673182826822898" /></a><br /><br />The crust--flour, salt, egg yolks, confectioner's sugar--needs to chill for about an hour. Here it is ready to go in the fridge. Not very thrilling as a photo, but it is the first step in the recipe!<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32bliZDOoI/AAAAAAAABL0/nEUsP_mN5ls/s1600-h/Crust.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 298px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32bliZDOoI/AAAAAAAABL0/nEUsP_mN5ls/s320/Crust.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439674994122766978" /></a><br /><br />This is the first time making my own caramel sauce, which is basically boiled butter, heavy whipping cream and brown sugar.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32ahAqHQEI/AAAAAAAABLk/qLnjRxxDid8/s1600-h/CarmelBoiling.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 254px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32ahAqHQEI/AAAAAAAABLk/qLnjRxxDid8/s320/CarmelBoiling.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439673816836423746" /></a><br /><br />The caramel is stirred and boiled until it forms a thick layer on a spoon. The mixture darkens as it cooks.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32bHaGVJBI/AAAAAAAABLs/-olPvDd5dS8/s1600-h/CarmelThickening.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 258px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32bHaGVJBI/AAAAAAAABLs/-olPvDd5dS8/s320/CarmelThickening.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439674476500689938" /></a><br /><br />I cut up the apples while the caramel cooled to room temperature.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32c0jC44AI/AAAAAAAABME/-cNutoAgmGw/s1600-h/ApplePeeling.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 270px;" src="http://2.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32c0jC44AI/AAAAAAAABME/-cNutoAgmGw/s320/ApplePeeling.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439676351507914754" /></a><br /><br />The apples are cored and quartered, then tossed with flour and cinnamon. The recipe called for cardamom as well (which would have been lovely), but I was out. Cinnamon will have to do.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32dKzv-4tI/AAAAAAAABMM/vto1sv8m1r4/s1600-h/ApplesinBowl.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 259px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32dKzv-4tI/AAAAAAAABMM/vto1sv8m1r4/s320/ApplesinBowl.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439676733949141714" /></a><br /><br />Here is the tart ready for the oven. Next time, I will do a prettier apple design.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32d0cI-F_I/AAAAAAAABMc/yoHk7rIvW_s/s1600-h/ReadyforBaking.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 302px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32d0cI-F_I/AAAAAAAABMc/yoHk7rIvW_s/s320/ReadyforBaking.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439677449166002162" /></a><br /><br />Fresh out of the oven with some of the caramel sauce spooned over the top.<br /><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32eEQgOTzI/AAAAAAAABMk/oYMCtWNtZCs/s1600-h/AppleTart2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 253px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S32eEQgOTzI/AAAAAAAABMk/oYMCtWNtZCs/s320/AppleTart2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5439677720920215346" /></a><br /><br />I would plate it, maybe with a scoop of ice cream, and take a taste, but I have to wait for tomorrow's dinner with friends. (Willpower or what?) I will let you know how it tastes!<br /><br />Update: Soooooooooooo yummy! A definite "must try!"<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9066253421568030405.post-74515693088488559462010-02-15T12:03:00.001-08:002010-02-16T12:01:16.396-08:00At the Feeder<a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S3mpYhRf_rI/AAAAAAAABLM/P-wrv3LYmmc/s1600-h/Woodpecker2.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 305px; height: 320px;" src="http://1.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S3mpYhRf_rI/AAAAAAAABLM/P-wrv3LYmmc/s320/Woodpecker2.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5438564263740309170" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S3mpTNbsKMI/AAAAAAAABLE/_zScE0S3_LU/s1600-h/Woodpecker1.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 240px;" src="http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S3mpTNbsKMI/AAAAAAAABLE/_zScE0S3_LU/s320/Woodpecker1.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5438564172514994370" /></a><br /><a onblur="try {parent.deselectBloggerImageGracefully();} catch(e) {}" href="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S3mpObpiirI/AAAAAAAABK8/ZhsD9InZdio/s1600-h/Woodpecker3.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 320px; height: 317px;" src="http://3.bp.blogspot.com/_UuD6xbRGtVQ/S3mpObpiirI/AAAAAAAABK8/ZhsD9InZdio/s320/Woodpecker3.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5438564090431834802" /></a><br /><br />It was a thrill to watch this woodpecker up close--just a few feet from where I was sitting at the window. I could have stayed there all day!<br /><br />Cheers!--Janycesojournquiltshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02167154900077037675noreply@blogger.com0