04 02 2012 Crafterminds Transcript

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#CRAFTERMINDS HashTracking.com ReportCraft blogging chat every monday at 4pm EasternTwitter hashtag: #craftermindsToday's topic: Put your best picture forward

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about 3 minutes ago RT @SnapHappyJen: Blogs dont always have to be offeringfreebies..just interesting, heartfelt, nicely written content is okay. #crafterminds


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about 5 minutes ago Ah!! Stupid time difference! I always come in at the end of the chat(it's 7am here...) I will just have to wake up earlier... #crafterminds

about 7 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Oversize DIY backdrop from @diyshowoff

http://t.co/mmyn2uTE#crafterminds

about 7 minutes ago@lilredshopgirl Surely the individuality comes in the shot itself, notthe frame... that's not the artwork. Just my opinion. #crafterminds

about 8 minutes ago Me too. Gotta get my son back in his clothes now RT@BalancingHome: Clearly my kids want to sabotage my chat time with you all #crafterminds

about 9 minutes ago Just incase you didn't find my pun in the last post. NO FLASH! :)#crafterminds

about 9 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Thanks for the chat, everyone! Well have a

everyone! Well have a recap up later today at crafterminds dotcom #crafterminds

about 10 minutes ago If your wanting a black background for photo's... consider using

black velvet material. Dark, heavy and no creases. #crafterminds

about 11 minutes ago Thanks for the chat, everyone! We'll have a recap up later today atcrafterminds dotcom #crafterminds

about 11 minutes ago Thanks for the great links ladies! Even thought I was late....hopeto catch ya next week! :) #crafterminds


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about 11 minutes ago@whbsblog thanks! #crafterminds

about 11 minutes ago I disagree. Individuality is important. @SnapHappyJen Blogphoto's should ALWAYS have a dark grey/ black border or frame... #crafterminds

about 11 minutes ago@EclecticMamma@SnapHappyJen Yes I'm curious to know. Ithink about my photos, I use a white border and feel it looks clean. #crafterminds

about 11 minutes ago OK, husband is calling. Must head out. Thanks again guys!#crafterminds

about 12 minutes ago Thanks ladies, can't wait to read through and catch up on thewhole chat. I have a lot to learn when it comes to photography! #crafterminds

about 12 minutes ago Oversize DIY backdrop from @diyshowoffhttp://t.co/mmyn2uTE#crafterminds

about 12 minutes ago So NOT going there LOL RT @scrappyhsewife@ilovetocreateBahaha nothing but Amaze"balls" too funny. #crafterminds

about 12 minutes ago@CynGagen I'm not exactly sure, but it seems to brighten things

and adjust lighting. #crafterminds

about 12 minutes ago I'm in. I kind of love rubberband balls too. RT @scrappyhsewife:@ilovetocreate Bahaha nothing but Amaze"balls" too funny. #crafterminds

about 13 minutes ago LOL can you be a little more specific? RT @whbsblog:

#crafterminds

about 13 minutes ago Gotcha. Middle of a redesign right now, looks like I've got achange to make! :-) RT @SnapHappyJen: #crafterminds

about 13 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Better Photos 101 by Ill Get You My Pretties:http://t.co/7ZkJSmsu#crafterminds


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about 13 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Better Photos 101 by I'll Get You My Pretties:http://t.co/1lXYotnP#crafterminds

about 13 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @HilemanHoldings: Great photography

tip - be sure you have batteries and enough memory on your card! #crafterminds

about 13 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: Sometimes slightly imperfect photos havemore character, though. Hence the appeal of Instagrams. #crafterminds

about 13 minutes ago RT @HilemanHoldings: Great photography tip - be sure you havebatteries and enough memory on your card! #crafterminds

about 14 minutes ago@CynGagen lol it makes pictures awesome #crafterminds

about 14 minutes ago@crafterminds@ilovetocreate Exactly. No matter how awesomethe craft, if the pic doesn't grab my attention, I might not look. #crafterminds

about 14 minutes ago@muralmaker1 I have/use the tool in my paint(dot)net, butnoticed it was missing in the creative kit. #crafterminds

about 14 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: DIY Lightbox by @madiganmade

http://t.co/6osnFUcn#crafterminds

about 14 minutes ago Better Photos 101 by I'll Get You My Pretties: http://t.co/1lXYotnP#crafterminds

about 14 minutes ago thanks for a great chat - learned so much! #crafterminds

about 14 minutes ago@GuiltyCrafter Very true! I think it's about finding a balance orfiguring out what works best for you :) #crafterminds

about 14 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: Sometimes slightly imperfect photos havemore character, though. Hence the appeal of Instagrams. #crafterminds

about 14 minutes ago I find i get the best results from a curved piece of white card (noharsh edges) and natural light. Nothing flash. ;) #crafterminds


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about 14 minutes ago RT @HilemanHoldings: Great photography tip - be sure you havebatteries and enough memory on your card! #crafterminds

about 14 minutes ago@muralmaker1 I don't even know what "curves" does/did

@crafterminds some fantastic photo tips in #crafterminds chat thisweek. Thanks.

about 15 minutes ago Sound advice from two professional photographers I've metrecently.RT @EclecticMamma What's your reasoning? RT @SnapHappyJen: #crafterminds

about 15 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: DIY Lightbox by @madiganmadehttp://t.co/VcKUWnDo#crafterminds

about 15 minutes ago Great photography tip - be sure you have batteries and enoughmemory on your card! #crafterminds

about 15 minutes ago loved hearing all the tips and tricks.. not to mention learn aboutamazeballs. #crafterminds

about 15 minutes ago Sometimes slightly imperfect photos have more character, though.Hence the appeal of Instagrams. #crafterminds

about 15 minutes ago RT @KayTeeinVA: RT @SnapHappyJen: Blog photos shouldALWAYS have a dark grey/ black border or frame, never coloured. #crafterminds

about 15 minutes ago@whbsblog crud. now I'll have to figure out curves to findcomparable, if there. And it probably is! #crafterminds

about 15 minutes ago DIY Lightbox by @madiganmadehttp://t.co/VcKUWnDo#crafterminds

about 15 minutes ago RT @debbieauma: RT @crafterminds: Create your ownbackground boards by A Lemon Squeezy Home: http://t.co/BP3gyb8w#crafterminds

about 15 minutes ago@scrappyhsewife@crafterminds@guiltycrafter Amazeballs craft


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blog about styrofoam, wooden, yarn balls would be AMAZEBALLS. #crafterminds

about 16 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Ive seen some amazeballs crafts that wouldget more play if they did have better lighting/styling. #crafterminds

about 16 minutes ago Blogs don't always have to be offering freebies... just interesting,heartfelt, nicely written content will be just fine. #crafterminds

about 16 minutes ago@kariandmorgan Thanks for giving us a try! Havea great night.#crafterminds

about 16 minutes ago Thx :) RT @CynGagen: Yes. check@muralmaker1 for hr serieson it RT @GuiltyCrafter: going to have to actually figure out G+ #crafterminds

about 16 minutes ago LOVE THIS! RT @crafterminds: Create your own backgroundboards by A Lemon Squeezy Home: http://t.co/kBMEqJZ4#crafterminds

about 16 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: @EclecticMamma Got the link from theBlogging Resources list at CM: http://t.co/mKTxfgkK#crafterminds

about 16 minutes ago@muralmaker1 *Whew* thank you. #crafterminds

about 16 minutes ago What's your reasoning? RT @SnapHappyJen: Blog photos shouldALWAYS have a dark grey/ black border or frame, never coloured. #crafterminds

about 16 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Ive seen some amazeballs crafts that wouldget more play if they did have better lighting/styling. #crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago Thanks for a great chat ladies (and gents?) I need to get back towork-have a great night! #crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago This is true RT @iLoveToCreate: I've seen some amazeballs craftsthat would get more play w/ better lighting/styling. #crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago RT @SnapHappyJen: Blog photos should ALWAYS have a darkgrey/ black border or frame, never coloured. #crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Create your own background boards by A


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Lemon Squeezy Home: http://t.co/BP3gyb8w#crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago RT @scrappyhsewife: @guiltycrafter OK which one of us is goingto start the blog Amazeballs Crafts? #crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago RT @SnapHappyJen: Blog photo's should ALWAYS have a darkgrey/ black border or frame, never coloured. #crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago Love it! RT @scrappyhsewife: @crafterminds@guiltycrafter OKwhich one of us is going to start the blog Amazeballs Crafts? #crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Studio-quality photo setup by@handmadeology: http://t.co/R4duod9P#crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago nah . . . I can help :) RT @GuiltyCrafter: So... I'm going to have toactually figure out G+ apparently...? #crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago Yes. check@muralmaker1 for hr series on it RT @GuiltyCrafter:So... Im going to have to actually figure out G+ apparently...? #crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago Yup, Google is going to own the planet. Might as well give in RT@GuiltyCrafter: So... Im going to have to figure out G+ #crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago Hee hee. RT @scrappyhsewife: @crafterminds@guiltycrafter OKwhich one of us is going to start the blog Amazeballs Crafts? #crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago@EclecticMamma Got the link from the Blogging Resources listat CM: http://t.co/mKTxfgkK#crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago@muralmaker1 for everything - haha! I noticed some of thepresets from the curves are now effects, but not the basic one. #crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago@GuiltyCrafter I've seen some amazeballs crafts that would getmore play if they did have better lighting/styling. #crafterminds

about 17 minutes ago Me too... anyone have a good article? RT @GuiltyCrafter: So... Imgoing to have to actually figure out G+ apparently...? #crafterminds


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about 17 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: So... I'm going to have to actually figure out

@guiltycrafter OK which one of us is going to

start the blog Amazeballs Crafts? #crafterminds

about 18 minutes ago Studio-quality photo setup by @handmadeology:http://t.co/R4duod9P#crafterminds

about 18 minutes ago Blog photo's should ALWAYS have a dark grey/ black border orframe, never coloured. #crafterminds

about 18 minutes ago Ha ha RT @CynGagen: @iLoveToCreate hmmm having humansin my pics would mean I have to stop being anti-social lol #crafterminds

about 18 minutes ago@muralmaker1@craftmoore Ohhhh now I get it. #tookmeawhile#crafterminds

about 18 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Add human element to your photos. Createsemotional content. Ex. have someone hold mug/wear the DIY shoes. #crafterminds

about 18 minutes ago So... I'm going to have to actually figure out G+ apparently...?#crafterminds

about 18 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: As a viewer, I dont need amazeballsphotography if your craft is more amazeballs. #crafterminds

about 18 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Create your own background boards by ALemon Squeezy Home: http://t.co/wfJlhnse#crafterminds

about 18 minutes ago@iLoveToCreate hmmm having humans in my pics would mean Ihave to stop being anti-social lol #crafterminds

about 18 minutes ago@muralmaker1@craftmoore *snerk* #crafterminds

about 19 minutes ago@whbsblog what did you use curves for? There are other featuresnow. I'll ck. #crafterminds


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about 19 minutes ago I was looking for this link!! @crafterminds: Create your ownbackground boards by A Lemon Squeezy Home: http://t.co/p9Ebsmdy#crafterminds

about 19 minutes ago@HomemadeFrontr Thanks for joining! #crafterminds

about 19 minutes ago Gotta run - I will read the rest later and catch up on what I missed.:) Enjoyed! #crafterminds

about 19 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: As a viewer, I dont need amazeballsphotography if your craft is more amazeballs. #crafterminds


about 19 minutes ago I think most people would be too!RT @EclecticMamma: Yes, Iwas surprised by everything you could do in G+! Picnik:Picnik in G+ #crafterminds

about 19 minutes ago Create your own background boards by A Lemon Squeezy Home:http://t.co/wfJlhnse#crafterminds

about 19 minutes ago I think most people would be too!RT @EclecticMamma: Yes, I

was surprised by everything you could do in G+! Picnik:Picnik in G+ #crafterminds

about 19 minutes ago Create your own background boards by A Lemon Squeezy Home:http://t.co/wfJlhnse#crafterminds

about 20 minutes ago As a viewer, I don't need amazeballs photography if your craft ismore amazeballs. #crafterminds

about 20 minutes ago Thanks for a great first chat, gotta run, my littles are hungry. And

grumpy. #crafterminds

about 20 minutes ago@craftmoore HAA HAAA HAAAAAAAAAAA!! :)#crafterminds

about 20 minutes ago um - ewww. RT @craftmoore: If u show feet in your post, getready for some interesting comments #insidejoke#crafterminds


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about 20 minutes ago I'm sad there is no "curves" tool. RT @muralmaker1:

@GuiltyCrafter Im wking on a comparison chart - Picnik:Picnik in G+ #crafterminds

about 20 minutes ago Still time to join a Linky Party for crafters/photographers...Fancyshowing off your goods??? ----> http://t.co/CsBgj844#crafterminds

about 20 minutes ago If its blue& yellow images why not RT@scrappyhsewife:@debbieauma Oh come on, you know you want to see my apartment carpet. ;) #crafterminds

about 20 minutes ago Yes, I was surprised by everything you could do in G+! RT:@GuiltyCrafter Im wking on a comparison chart - Picnik:Picnik in G+ #crafterminds

about 21 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: For those taking interior room shots, check out@centsationalgirl's tips http://t.co/3WXfAYIr#crafterminds

about 21 minutes ago Reminder: Only 5 minutes left to cast your vote for the ScribbleShop Scribble Challenge http://t.co/C7e0u7kq#crafterminds

about 21 minutes ago@muralmaker1 I have three I can send you -- how long do youneed em?? #crafterminds

about 21 minutes ago If u show feet in your post, get ready for some interestingcomments #insidejoke RT @iLoveToCreate: ...Ex. wear the DIY shoes #crafterminds

about 21 minutes ago RT @thezenofmaking: I use 2 poster boards--one under, onebehind--to fake the light box look. Works well, and costs about $1 #crafterminds


about 21 minutes ago And for the correct type of lighting! RT @HilemanHoldings:Make sure you set the white balance on your camera correctly! #crafterminds

about 21 minutes ago yep - some same peeps as Picnik created it RT @CynGagen:


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@DIYOntheCheap picmonkey is a great substitute for picnik#crafterminds

about 21 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: For those taking interior room shots, check out@centsationalgirl's tips http://t.co/4k0mLdKQ#crafterminds

about 21 minutes ago I loved it before I found Picnik. @countrychiccott:@GuiltyCrafter I am a picasa fan -- #crafterminds

about 21 minutes ago RT @HilemanHoldings: Make sure you set the white balance onyour camera correctly! #crafterminds

about 21 minutes ago@countrychiccott That's crazy Picasa is fantastic and quick. I usePSE and Photoshop too but only for fancy times. #crafterminds

about 21 minutes ago@CynGagen Thanks! Will make note of this. #crafterminds



about 21 minutes ago I use two poster boards--one under, one behind--to fake the lightbox look. Works really well, and costs about $1 to set up. #crafterminds

about 21 minutes ago RT @EclecticMamma: I try to keep my pics on my desk or a

#crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago@muralmaker1 I will read that for sure. #crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago RT @HomemadeFrontr: RT @craftmoore: If it wasnt for takingpics... I fear my craft table would never get cleared off... #crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago For those taking interior room shots, check out @centsationalgirl'stips http://t.co/3WXfAYIr#crafterminds


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about 22 minutes ago@iLoveToCreate i need to borrow some l'il humans. #cutefactor#crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago RT @muralmaker1: @GuiltyCrafter I'm wking on a comparison

chart - Picnik:Picnik in G+ #crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago Make sure you set the white balance on your camera correctly!#crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago RT @muralmaker1: @GuiltyCrafter I'm wking on a comparisonchart - Picnik:Picnik in G+ #crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago@DIYOntheCheap picmonkey is a great substitute for picnik#crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago Hilarious! RT @craftmoore: @scrappyhsewife Already boughtPSE. Going to put on my big girl panties and learn it. #crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago@DIYOntheCheap Me too but really, there are quite a fewenhancements- worth the upgrade hassle. #crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago@GuiltyCrafter I am a picasa fan -- it is all I use. Collages and all.No one else seems to like it though. :( #crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago RT @HomemadeFrontr: RT @craftmoore: If it wasn't for takingpics... I fear my craft table would never get cleared off... #crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago@crafterminds Hi there, Newest follower on facebook/twitter. ;-)#crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago@GuiltyCrafter I'm wking on a comparison chart - Picnik:Picnikin G+ #crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago@countrychiccott I try to keep my pics on my desk or a table, andI'll prop up a piece of scrapbook paper for bg. #crafterminds

about 22 minutes ago Add human element to your photos if u can. Creates more


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emotional content. Ex. have someone hold mug/wear the DIY shoes. #crafterminds

about 23 minutes ago@scrappyhsewife Already bought PSE. Going to put on my biggirl panties and learn it. #crafterminds

about 23 minutes ago@GuiltyCrafter Good to know! I've been panicking a little insideknowing Picnik's days are numbered. #crafterminds

about 23 minutes ago RT @craftmoore: If it wasn't for taking pics... I fear my craft tablewould never get cleared off... #crafterminds

about 23 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: Have you all seen the enhancements in Picasato make up for Picknik shut-down? Not too shabby #crafterminds

about 23 minutes ago LOVE that blog! RT @diymaria: Also, @clickitupanotch is a greatblog for photography beginners. http://t.co/izseeecN#crafterminds

about 23 minutes ago If you get weird coloring on your photos, make sure you are not"mixing lights." Every light source has its own color. #crafterminds

about 24 minutes ago RT @diymaria: @muralmaker1@missflorabella makes awesomeactions for PSE & PSD #crafterminds

about 24 minutes ago Aweosme! RT @thezenofmaking: Tip for indoor photos: Insteadof upping exposure, use black/white balance to lighten your image #crafterminds

about 24 minutes ago Have you all seen the enhancements in Picasa to make up forPicknik shut-down? Not too shabby. #crafterminds

about 24 minutes ago@guiltycrafter Hahaha. Fair enough. :) #crafterminds

about 24 minutes ago RT @thezenofmaking: Tip for indoor photos: Instead of uppingexposure, use black/white balance to lighten your image. #crafterminds

about 24 minutes ago Put a piece of posterboard on the floor RT @countrychiccott: I

#crafterminds


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about 24 minutes ago RT @diymaria: Also, @clickitupanotch is a great blog forphotography beginners. http://t.co/EVc7ZZpb#crafterminds

about 24 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: @countrychiccott Don't feel guilty ;) but a

big piece of fabric or sheet will cover up a floor nicely #crafterminds

about 24 minutes ago RT @thezenofmaking: Tip for indoor photos: Instead of uppingexposure, use black/white balance to lighten your image. #crafterminds

about 24 minutes ago@muralmaker1@missflorabella makes awesome actions for PSE& PSD #crafterminds

about 24 minutes ago I need to learn to speak your language! #crafterminds

about 24 minutes ago@countrychiccott Hardwood can be a great background! Or putdown a dropcloth first. #crafterminds

about 25 minutes ago RT @craftmoore: 17 more days 'till I'm forced to officially switchfrom Picnik to PSE! #crafterminds

about 25 minutes ago Tip for indoor photos: Instead of upping exposure, use black/white

balance to lighten your image. #crafterminds

about 25 minutes ago@muralmaker1 I've got a playlist with the ones I used, I can sendyou the link. #crafterminds

about 25 minutes ago@countrychiccott Don't feel guilty ;) but a big piece of fabric orsheet will cover up a floor nicely #crafterminds

about 25 minutes ago RT @countrychiccott: guilty as charged...I craft in the floor often

so my hardwood/carpet is visible...suggestions? #crafterminds

about 25 minutes ago RT @HomemadeFrontr: Search YouTube for pse tutorials. Thatshow I figured it out #crafterminds

about 25 minutes ago 17 more days 'till I'm forced to officially switch from Picnik toPSE! #crafterminds


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about 25 minutes ago@KayTeeinVA Yay- my iPhone 4s is pretty great but nottechnically better than my DSLR but still- quick is nice. #crafterminds

about 25 minutes ago Haha I know I do! RT @scrappyhsewife: @debbieauma Oh come

on, you know you want to see my apartment carpet. ;) #crafterminds

about 25 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: If you find yourself spending more time

editing your photo, then actually taking them, consider a reshoot. #crafterminds

about 25 minutes ago@EclecticMamma Sometimes I include kids in my photos - whenthey mess w/my stuff, I keep on shooting. #crafterminds

about 26 minutes ago guilty as charged...I craft in the floor often so my hardwood/carpetis visible...suggestions? #crafterminds

about 26 minutes ago Most action makers make ones specifically for PSE though. RT@muralmaker1: heres a duh Q - can PS actions be used in PSE? #crafterminds

about 26 minutes ago My mytouch does as well @GuiltyCrafter my HTC actually takesfabulous photos LOL #crafterminds

about 26 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: If you find yourself spending more timeediting your photo, then actually taking them, consider a reshoot. #crafterminds

about 26 minutes ago Thanks! RT @HomemadeFrontr: @muralmaker1 Search YouTubefor pse tutorials. That's how I figured it out #crafterminds

about 26 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: If you find yourself spending more time

apartment carpet. ;) #crafterminds

about 26 minutes ago RT @EclecticMamma: Good idea... RT @HilemanHoldings:


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@kariandmorgan get some of those full-spectrum lightbulbs if you need to. #crafterminds

about 26 minutes ago If it wasn't for taking pics... I fear my craft table would never getcleared off... #crafterminds

about 26 minutes ago@diymaria thanks. that's what I was afraid of. but I still like PSE#crafterminds

about 26 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: Wobbly projects do great on my black velourblanket too. I just build in folds #crafterminds

about 26 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: If you find yourself spending more timeediting your photo, then actually taking them, consider a reshoot. #crafterminds

about 26 minutes ago@GuiltyCrafter my HTC actually takes fabulous photos LOL#crafterminds

about 26 minutes ago@muralmaker1 Search YouTube for pse tutorials. That's how Ifigured it out #crafterminds

about 27 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: Standing on a chair to get height also helpssquare projects from looking warped #crafterminds

about 27 minutes ago Wobbly projects do great on my black velour blanket too. I justbuild in folds #crafterminds

about 27 minutes ago has anyone used Pixelmator for Mac? http://t.co/RfseQq4O#crafterminds

about 27 minutes ago Good idea... RT @HilemanHoldings: @kariandmorgan get someof those full-spectrum lightbulbs if you need to. #crafterminds

about 27 minutes ago If you find yourself spending more time editing your photo, thenactually taking them, consider a reshoot. #crafterminds

about 27 minutes ago Not usually, PSD and PSE are not compatible files. RT@muralmaker1: heres a duh Q - can PS actions be used in PSE? #crafterminds


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about 27 minutes ago Awesome! RT @muralmaker1: @CynGagen im wking on apicasa/picnik post. its turning into a series . .or a book, haha #crafterminds

about 27 minutes ago my biggest challenge (and this may have been covered) is making

my P&S work for me. #crafterminds

about 27 minutes ago RT @HilemanHoldings: Poster putty is great for getting wobblyobjects to stand up! #crafterminds

about 27 minutes ago I've used a dab of hot glue in a pinch RT @HilemanHoldings:Poster putty great for getting wobbly objects to stand up #crafterminds

about 27 minutes ago@kariandmorgan get some of those full-spectrum lightbulbs if youneed to. #crafterminds

about 27 minutes ago RT @muralmaker1: @CynGagen i'm wking on a picasa/picnikpost. it's turning into a series . . or a book, haha #crafterminds

about 28 minutes ago Other than the advertising, I read every word. : ) @muralmaker1it's a harsh reality but how much do u read (in magazines) #crafterminds

about 28 minutes ago@countrychiccott@iLoveToCreate I don't think of the pin effect -I think of my customers #crafterminds

about 28 minutes ago Me too! RT: @iLoveToCreate When I take a photo, I alwaysthink, "Will people pin this?" It really needs to have a wow factor. #crafterminds

about 28 minutes ago@condoblues ha ha ha ha ha that's awesome! #crafterminds

about 28 minutes ago Good! Love yr series RT @muralmaker1: @CynGagen im wking

on a picasa/picnik post. its turning into a series . .or a book, haha #crafterminds

about 28 minutes ago I try to make my photos look natural, but ideal. I take a moment toadd props and set up a shot. #crafterminds

about 28 minutes ago I give myself permission to just shoot with my camera phone too.Better a slightly less perfect photo than none at all. #crafterminds


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about 28 minutes ago here's a 'duh' Q - can PS actions be used in PSE? #crafterminds

about 28 minutes ago :) RT @HilemanHoldings: Poster putty is great for getting wobblyobjects to stand up! #crafterminds

about 28 minutes ago RT @HilemanHoldings: Poster putty is great for getting wobblyobjects to stand up! #crafterminds

about 28 minutes ago Ditto! RT: @iLoveToCreate When I take a photo, I always think,"Will people pin this?" It really needs to have a wow factor. #crafterminds

about 28 minutes ago@kariandmorgan I stood on theater seats last weekend to shootband concert. #crafterminds

about 28 minutes ago My biggest probably is getting great light after work-thankfullyit's starting to be lighter longer #crafterminds

about 29 minutes ago nice oneRT @lilredshopgirl: No carpet backdrops, pleaseunlessyoure featuring close-ups of your room. #crafterminds

about 29 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate When I take a photo, I always think, "Will

people pin this?" It really needs to pop or have a wow factor. #crafterminds

about 29 minutes ago Also, @clickitupanotch is a great blog for photography beginners.http://t.co/Pe2FH6i9#crafterminds

about 29 minutes ago@CynGagen i'm wking on a picasa/picnik post. it's turning into aseries . . or a book, haha #crafterminds

about 29 minutes ago Poster putty is great for getting wobbly objects to stand up!

#crafterminds

about 29 minutes ago@kariandmorgan@muralmaker1 i will cheat sometimes and addmy step by steps and/or text rt on my photos #crafterminds

about 29 minutes ago RT @KayTeeinVA: RT @GuiltyCrafter: Standing on a chair to getheight also helps square projects from looking warped. #crafterminds


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about 29 minutes ago Me 2 @iLoveToCreate: When I take a photo, I think, "Will peoplepin this?" It really needs to pop or have a wow factor. #crafterminds

about 29 minutes ago@muralmaker1 but now that a certain someone (cough cough) has

me using G+ more, I might try again #crafterminds

about 29 minutes ago sorry I miss #crafterminds chats. Wishing for some evening talks.

about 29 minutes ago RT @diymaria: Anyone suggest good actions for PS? I have abunch, but always looking to expand :) #crafterminds

about 29 minutes ago When I take a photo, I always think, "Will people pin this?" Itreally needs to pop or have a wow factor. #crafterminds

about 30 minutes ago@thezenofmaking does that go for laundry too? boo.#crafterminds

about 30 minutes ago Totally do this :) RT @GuiltyCrafter: Standing on a chair to getheight also helps square projects from looking warped #crafterminds

about 30 minutes ago wow. these are ALL such great tips! #crafterminds

about 30 minutes ago@muralmaker1 i loved picnik but for some reason have neverliked picasa- it confused me LOL #crafterminds

about 30 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: Standing on a chair to get height also helpssquare projects from looking warped. #crafterminds

about 30 minutes ago good tip RT @GuiltyCrafter: Standing on a chair to get height alsohelps square projects from looking warped. #crafterminds

about 30 minutes ago@thezenofmaking (pssst. I kind of like to see a BIG mess behindprojects- it makes me feel less guilty about my mess) #crafterminds

about 30 minutes ago Anyone suggest good actions for PS? I have a bunch, but alwayslooking to expand :) #crafterminds


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about 30 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Inspirational photographer: Katherine Mariehttp://t.co/LYPerXoD#crafterminds

about 30 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: Standing on a chair to get height also helps

square projects from looking warped. #crafterminds

about 30 minutes ago My biggest photography problem: Keeping the cats out of theframe (actually, it's camera shake, but who's counting?) #crafterminds




about 30 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Inspirational photographer: Katherine Mariehttp://t.co/LYPerXoD#crafterminds

about 30 minutes ago RT @kariandmorgan: RT @crafterminds: Inspirational bloggyphotographer: Jessica Wilson @scrumdillydohttp://t.co/eCoUTPZ2#crafterminds

about 30 minutes ago Keeping the background free of clutter and distraction is also key.Nobody wants to see your bags of groceries. ;) #crafterminds

about 31 minutes ago Inspirational photographer: Katherine Marie http://t.co/LYPerXoD#crafterminds

about 31 minutes ago Standing on a chair to get height also helps square projects fromlooking warped. #crafterminds

about 31 minutes ago A pict is worth a 1,000 words RT @muralmaker1: a harsh realitybut how much do u read in zines as opposed to looking at pics? #crafterminds

about 31 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Arranging things on a neutral backdrop &


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photographing from above = dynamic shot (a la Martha) #crafterminds

about 31 minutes ago@CynGagen - blah, that should have said paint . net #crafterminds

about 31 minutes ago RT @kariandmorgan: RT @crafterminds: Inspirational bloggy

photographer: Jessica Wilson @scrumdillydohttp://t.co/eCoUTPZ2#crafterminds

about 31 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Arranging things on a neutral backdrop &photographing from above = dynamic shot (a la Martha) #crafterminds

about 31 minutes ago So true! RT @crafterminds: Arranging things on a neutralbackdrop & photographing from above = dynamic shot (a la Martha) #crafterminds

about 31 minutes ago RT @thezenofmaking: RT @iLoveToCreate: Style your photoswith backgrounds & accents that will give your blog brand definition. #crafterminds

about 31 minutes ago@HoneybearLane Thanks. Hope they keep napping :)#crafterminds

about 31 minutes ago@HoneybearLane good to see you! :) #crafterminds

about 31 minutes ago RT @muralmaker1: it's a harsh reality but how much do u read in

zines as opposed to looking at pics? blogs are nearly the same #crafterminds

about 31 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Match ur photos ur blog design. Style urphotos w backgrounds & accents that will give brand definition. #crafterminds

about 32 minutes ago Sometimes I craft on my kitchen floor over wax paper so I can getbetter pics! #crafterminds

about 32 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate:Match ur photos ur blog design.Style your

photos with backgrounds that will give your blog brand definition. #crafterminds

about 32 minutes ago Sad but true... RT @crafterminds: A great photo is more importantthan a fantastic craft... #truestory#crafterminds

about 32 minutes ago@CynGagen just might have to come over to Picasa/Picnik,hahaha #crafterminds


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about 32 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Style your photos with backgrounds &accents that will give your blog brand definition. #crafterminds

about 32 minutes ago@HoneybearLane thanks for coming! #crafterminds

about 32 minutes ago Arranging things on a neutral backdrop & photographing fromabove = dynamic shot (a la Martha) #crafterminds

about 32 minutes ago@CynGagen I use http://t.co/MJoYxbb9 - get it athttp://t.co/MJoYxbb9, it's like watered down photoshop and free! #crafterminds

about 32 minutes ago Our neighbors are probably all just jealous that we're having somuch glittery fun. #crafterminds

about 32 minutes ago it's a harsh reality but how much do u read in zines as opposed tolooking at pics? blogs are nearly the same. #crafterminds

about 32 minutes ago@crafterminds@scrumdillydo Yes! Her photos are great!#crafterminds

about 32 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Inspirational bloggy photographer: Jessica

Wilson @scrumdillydohttp://t.co/eCoUTPZ2#crafterminds

about 32 minutes ago@whitney_holley Good luck! :) #crafterminds

about 32 minutes ago okay folks thanks for the fun chat--I gots to get back to workwhile the babes sleep. Buh bye! #crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago My blog style.... Messy Desk Collective? RT @iLoveToCreate:What mag is your blog style? Pull inspiration from their photos! #crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago@muralmaker1 i don't recall ever seeing that but I will look for it!thanks! #crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: A great photo is more important than afantastic craft... #truestory#crafterminds


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about 33 minutes ago Match ur photos ur blog design. Style your photos withbackgrounds & accents that will give your blog brand definition. #crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago It always sells me RT @crafterminds: A great photo is more

important than a fantastic craft... #truestory#crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago Couldn't agree more! RT @whbsblog: @SandandSisal gotta usewhat ya got! ;) #crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago Jumping in late as well! Hello! #crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago I'm too cheap to buy PS lol RT @muralmaker1: @CynGagen whatprogram do you edit in? #crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago@CynGagen@crafterminds lot of people love off the cuff tutorialpics-they makes lots of comments about whats on my table #crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago Inspirational bloggy photographer: Jessica Wilson @scrumdillydohttp://t.co/aWzQWAQ9#crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago@EclecticMamma I do it with its raining or night time when I

finish. And I find it easier to watermark a bunch together. #crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago@SandandSisal gotta use what ya got! ;) #crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago RT @KayTeeinVA: RT @crafterminds: A great photo is moreimportant than a fantastic craft... #truestory#crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago@HoneybearLane lol #crafterminds

about 33 minutes ago@CynGagen have u tried 'fill light'. Picmonkey shld have it#tutorialpics#crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago I have these @erinmanning lights http://t.co/Q7SIMMUy worththe investment if you shoot a lot #crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: What magazine is your blog style like? Pull


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inspiration from ads and their photo styling! #crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago um just make sure it isn't dirty soap? lol RT @delisacarnegie: anytips for photographing soap? #crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago Hi there! RT @countrychiccott: soooo late for #crafterminds.....#crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago RT @EclecticMamma: I have three...... RT @HoneybearLane:who here DOESNT have a glue gun?! #crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: One of my fave backgrounds is my bamboocutting board - natural wood is neutral, but not boring #crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago Just popping in for half time :-) #crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago Yep just look at NAILED ITs RT @crafterminds: A great photo ismore important than a fantastic craft... #truestory#crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: A great photo is more important than afantastic craft... #truestory#crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago photos can make the craft! RT @crafterminds: A great photo ismore important than a fantastic craft... #truestory#crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago PSE10 RT @muralmaker1: @CynGagen what program do youedit in? #crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago@countrychiccott don't worry, I was late too. ;) #crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago I hope so lol RT @crafterminds: @CynGagen I think its ok if your

step out photos arent pristine & perfect! #crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago any tips for photographing soap? #crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago I hope so lol RT @crafterminds: @CynGagen I think its ok if yourstep out photos arent pristine & perfect! #crafterminds


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about 34 minutes ago any tips for photographing soap? #crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago@muralmaker1@CynGagen I have always used photoshop (13yrs now) #crafterminds

about 34 minutes ago I have three...... RT @HoneybearLane: who here DOESNT have aglue gun?! #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago Glad to have you! RT @countrychiccott: soooo late for#crafterminds..... #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago@madiganmade Thanks for coming, Shannon! #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago Ha RT @crafterminds: RT @GuiltyCrafter: we would all be happyin a crafter commune. Photographing out in the snow like crazies #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago I will try to grow up and do that :-p RT @HomemadeFrontr:collect everything and photo once a week in natural sunlight #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: What magazine is your blog style like? Pullinspiration from ads and their photo styling! #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago@countrychiccott glad to 'see' you! #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: One of my fave backgrounds is my bamboocutting board - natural wood is neutral, but not boring #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago A great photo is more important than a fantastic craft... #truestory#crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago@muralmaker1 picmonkey #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago@GuiltyCrafter haha so glad I'm rural - but even then, myneighbors probably think I'm nuts! #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago Nice! RT @crafterminds: One of my fave backgrounds is mybamboo cutting board - natural wood is neutral, but not boring #crafterminds


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about 35 minutes ago Me too! RT @crafterminds: One of my fave backgrounds is mybamboo cutting board - natural wood is neutral, but not boring #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago soooo late for #crafterminds..... #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago@crafterminds Genius. #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago that's me.in my new home. they do think I am a kook!@EclecticMamma, @GuiltyCrafter- Spray painting in the pitch dark#crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago who here DOESNT have a glue gun?! RT @craftmoore: As longas nobody borrows my glue gun... :) RT @GuiltyCrafter#crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago@CynGagen@GuiltyCrafter Ahhh..I set up before hand so when Iget lost in creating, my pics look the same as I take pics #crafterminds

about 35 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: What magazine is your blog style like? Pullinspiration from ads and their photo styling! #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago@CynGagen I have a great set of studio lights from Westcott. Nottoo professional/expensive and they do the trick. #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago@CynGagen I think it's ok if your step out photos aren't pristine &perfect! #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter I swear we would all be happy in a craftercommune. Photographing out in the snow like crazies #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago Great tips y'all! Gotta run... thanks for the chat! :) #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago I agree RT @GuiltyCrafter: Its worth waiting until morning, evenif youre a night crafter #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago That's what I do. RT @GuiltyCrafter: then just collect everythingphoto once a week in natural sunlight #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago Hanging, good idea! @GuiltyCrafter: ive done that too. I hang


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things off the tree in our yard to spray paint. LOL #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago One of my fave backgrounds is my bamboo cutting board - naturalwood is neutral, but not boring #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago@CynGagen what program do you edit in? #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: @EclecticMamma collect everything andphoto once a week in natural sunlight. it makes a huge difference #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago As long as nobody borrows my glue gun... :) RT @GuiltyCrafter: Iswear we would all be happy in a crafter commune. #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago@HomemadeFrontr love that! #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Don't hang things from your doorknob tophotograph them! Get a hook - ha ha! #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter I swear we would all be happy in a craftercommune. Photographing out in the snow like crazies #crafterminds

about 36 minutes ago Haha I know mine do! I'm in an apartment complex RT

@GuiltyCrafter: my neighbors must think im a kook#crafterminds

about 37 minutes ago Hehe RT @HoneybearLane I swear we would all be happy in acrafter commune. Photographing out in the snow like crazies #crafterminds

about 37 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: I swear we would all be happy in a craftercommune. Photographing out in the snow like crazies #crafterminds

about 37 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @NotJustPaperGlu: A while back I wrote

an article on how to photograph glitter http://t.co/X53BfITS#crafterminds

about 37 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @NotJustPaperGlu: A while back I wrotean article on how to photograph glitter http://t.co/X53BfITS#crafterminds

about 37 minutes ago@GuiltyCrafter it's the step by step tutorials I'm trying tophotograph while making that make it tough when not enough light #crafterminds


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about 37 minutes ago you take pics inside pumpkins?! RT @crafterminds: I even usenatural items outside as a backdrop - rocks, pumpkins #crafterminds

about 37 minutes ago@EclecticMamma i've done that too. I hang things off the tree in

our yard to spray paint. LOL #crafterminds

about 37 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: then just collect everything and photo once aweek in natural sunlight. it makes a huge difference #crafterminds

about 37 minutes ago@CynGagen Now the kids fight over who gets the "pretty" plate.#crafterminds

about 37 minutes ago RT @craftmoore:


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RT @GuiltyCrafter: my neighbors must think im a kook#crafterminds

about 37 minutes ago Nice! RT @EclecticMamma: DIY lightbox: diaper box, cut outthree sides and tape in printer paper, posterboard inside #crafterminds

about 37 minutes ago ak dinner photography is the hardest RT @HomemadeFrontr:@CynGagen Winter makes it tricky to photographer my dinner however. #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago I even use natural items outside as a backdrop - rocks, pumpkins,trees, etc. #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago Ha! True! RT @HomemadeFrontr: @CynGagen Winter makes ittricky to photographer my dinner however. #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago I work in the morning....RT @GuiltyCrafter: It's worth waitinguntil morning, even if you're a night crafter #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago@EclecticMamma Take pics in the hour before sunset!#crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago@HilemanHoldings Ha! #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago@crafterminds drop cloths are cheap and cover a lot of ground too#crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago A while back I wrote an article on how to photograph glitterhttp://t.co/7Y5Mf8t2#crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago Same! RT @GuiltyCrafter: my neighbors must think i'm a kook-i'm out on the porch photographing the ground a LOT #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago my sisal rug, rustic wood floors.. RT @crafterminds: Other cheapbackdrops: wrapping paper, newspapers #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago I love #crafterminds - y'all are so brilliant and talented!#crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago@EclecticMamma then just collect everything and photo once a


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week in natural sunlight. it makes a huge difference #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago@HoneybearLane haha... I meant mother's day is a chance tosplurge on the lens, ISO going for the adapter #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago RT @lilredshopgirl: I put a few photos in blog posts, then add therest to albums on The Little Red Shops facebook page. #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago@CynGagen Winter makes it tricky to photographer my dinnerhowever. #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago love it! RT @EclecticMamma: DIY lightbox: diaper box, cut outthree sides and tape in printer paper, posterboard inside #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago@GuiltyCrafter I photograph on top of our AC unit...!#crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago lol! me too RT @GuiltyCrafter: my neighbors must think im akook- im out on the porch photographing the ground a LOT #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago shazzam RT @EclecticMamma: DIY lightbox: diaper box, cut outthree sides and tape in printer paper, posterboard inside #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago@EclecticMamma vellum would work too #crafterminds

about 38 minutes ago Shoot in the afternoon & move whatever furniture you need to theroom with the best light & stage from there. #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago I work, and I suck at mornings! RT @GuiltyCrafter: It's worthwaiting until morning, even if you're a night crafter #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago Agreed! RT @GuiltyCrafter Its worth waiting until morning to

#crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago@CremeDeLaCraft awesome thanks! #crafterminds


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about 39 minutes ago RT @HilemanHoldings: You can use a piece of foil as a greatreflector too! #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago@HomemadeFrontr me too! #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago Great idea! RT @CynGagen: think about covering a poster boardwith tin foil. that will help reflect natural light #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago my neighbors must think i'm a kook- i'm out on the porchphotographing the ground a LOT #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago Other cheap backdrops: wrapping paper, newspapers#crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago I put a few photos in blog posts, then add the rest to albums onThe Little Red Shop's facebook page. #craftermindshttps://t.co/DObzliaF

about 39 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: @EclecticMamma It's worth waiting untilmorning to photograph your crafts even if you're a night crafter #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: For fun: 133 photos lit by a single candle at

@gizmodohttp://t.co/JLhJAN2u#crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: @EclecticMamma Its worth waiting untilmorning to photograph your crafts even if youre a night crafter #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago@muralmaker1 Yes, I think so. Think of it as moving pictures!#crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: @EclecticMamma Its worth waiting until

morning to photograph your crafts even if youre a night crafter #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: For fun: 133 photos lit by a single candle at@gizmodohttp://t.co/WW15kLOB#crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago for nighttime, I bounce lights all over the walls & ceiling RT@EclecticMamma: craft after dark, which makes me photos sad :-( #crafterminds


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about 39 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: @EclecticMamma Its worth waiting untilmorning to photograph your crafts even if youre a night crafter #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago@EclecticMamma Me too - I use my shop light aimed upward to

fake daylight. #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago No! dont do it RT @craftmoore: @EclecticMamma he mentionedthe adapter ring, but mothers day is coming up... ; ) #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago@craftmoore yeah, I'm thinking of painting clouds, etc. on canvasfor backdrops #crafterminds

about 39 minutes ago@loving5kids Start burning them to CD by month or yeardepending on the amount of photos. :) #crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Watch the reflections when you arephotographing glassy items! #crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago For fun: 133 photos lit by a single candle at @gizmodohttp://t.co/WW15kLOB#crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago@EclecticMamma It's worth waiting until morning to photographyour crafts even if you're a night crafter #crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Search the dollar fabric bin or your localGoodwill for interesting fabric backdrops on the cheap! #crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago@CynGagen I'm in Canada too. I've been out in the snow with mycamera before. #crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago@EclecticMamma he mentioned the adapter ring, but mother'sday is coming up... ; ) #crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago Another Q - do these tips work for videos as well? #crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Search the dollar fabric bin or your localGoodwill for interesting fabric backdrops on the cheap! #crafterminds


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about 40 minutes ago@EclecticMamma I have one and it isn't great. I don't use it muchGet the 50 mm 1.8 for $100 #crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago RT @craftmoore: Ive used art canvas as backdrop lately, even for

step-by-step pics. Looks nicer than my green cutting mat. :) #crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago Love it! RT @TheSewingLoft: @CynGagen: think about coveringa poster board with tin foil. that will help reflect natural light #crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago I can only craft after dark, which makes me photos sad :-(#crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago Thanks! RT @TheSewingLoft: @CynGagen: think about coveringa poster board with tin foil. that will help reflect natural light #crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: Best photo backdrop purchase for me- a kingsized black velour blanket from JC Pennys #crafterminds

about 40 minutes ago Smart! RT @crafterminds: I think a piece of white posterboardnext 2 a window is a good cheap sub for a light box! #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago@kariandmorgan In the new version: Image > AutoTone/Contrast/Color. Or under Adjustments #stilllearninghhowtousePS#crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago You can use a piece of foil as a great reflector too! #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago RT @KayTeeinVA: RT @muralmaker1: I used to get camera realclose up. Now I stand back and use zoom. Much clearer pics #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago@Etsy has some great photo tips in their Seller Handbook

http://t.co/kzR5XxPp#crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago I have nothing to contribute as I am a horrible photographer, butsoaking in all of this wisdom! #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago or a white tablecloth! RT @craftmoore: Ive used art canvas asbackdrop lately, even for step-by-step pics. #crafterminds


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about 41 minutes ago RT @TheSewingLoft: @CynGagen: think about covering a posterboard with tin foil. that will help reflect natural light #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago does anyone photograph paintings? on canvas? haha, w/ a point n

shoot? #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago Search the dollar fabric bin or your local Goodwill for interestingfabric backdrops on the cheap! #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago Watch the reflections when you are photographing glassy items!#crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago@GuiltyCrafter Me too! Late afternoon light in the window doeswonders for my photos. #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago RT @muralmaker1: I used to get camera real close up. Now Istand back and use zoom. Much clearer pics #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago@muralmaker1 me too :) #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago You should be able to use an adapter ring thing, if you don't want

to drop the cash RT: @craftmoore micro lens #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago@CynGagen: think about covering a poster board with tin foil.that will help reflect natural light #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: I think a piece of white posterboard next to awindow is a good cheap sub for a light box! #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago RT @HilemanHoldings Or set your camera to "flower" mode so

you can get close #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago@kariandmorgan Thanks. I use it for videos too. #crafterminds

about 41 minutes ago If you use Live Writer, get Sharper Photo. Uploads your photosinto your editor before publishing: http://t.co/Q8LVtneF#crafterminds


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about 42 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: Best photo backdrop purchase for me- a kingsized black velour blanket from JC Pennys #crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago Do that alot, too! RT @crafterminds: I think a piece of white

posterboard next 2 a window is a good cheap sub for a light box! #crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago@muralmaker1@craftmoore the macro setting on my olmpus ismy best friend - i mainly photgraph glassware #crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago RT @muralmaker1: I used to get camera real close up. Now Istand back and use zoom. Much clearer pics #crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago@HoneybearLane Wide angles seems to do really well in smallspace, but I notice distortion if the entire frame is filled. #crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago I've used art canvas as backdrop lately, even for step-by-step pics.Looks nicer than my green cutting mat. :) #crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago@CynGagen I live in Oregon, and I completely agree! #greyskies#crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago@craftmoore I've just started using the micro feature. Goodresults, outside especially. #crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago Great idea! RT @HomemadeFrontr: I bought a piece of fabric touse as a backdrop to hide my glitter covered table. #crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago Best photo backdrop purchase for me- a king sized black velourblanket from JC Penny's #crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago RT @HomemadeFrontr: I bought a piece of fabric to use as abackdrop to hide my glitter covered table. #crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago I never have-not even sure how to... RT @diymaria: Am I the onlyone whos never used a lightbox? #crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago I used to get camera real close up. Now I stand back and use


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zoom. Much clearer pics #crafterminds

about 42 minutes ago Does anyone use PSE10 for photo editing? #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago@muralmaker1 Or set your camera to "flower" mode so you can

get close. #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago For sure! RT @HilemanHoldings: Be careful with that autocorrecttool. It can go scary sometimes! #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago@GuiltyCrafter I live in Canada. Sometimes a window just isn'tenough! #vitaminDdeficient LOL #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago@crafterminds takes the fear out of doing it for newbies like meand it gives a professional look and uniformity to all photos #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago@loving5kids Check back at crafterminds dot com later.#crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago Be careful with that autocorrect tool. It can go scary sometimes!#crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago Love all those ideas! RT @whbsblog: backdrops! a bigchalkboard, burlap covered foam board, a rustic wooden table in my yard #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago I bought a piece of fabric to use as a backdrop to hide my glittercovered table. #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago I've only used one at work, not for the blog :-p RT @diymaria: AmI the only one whos never used a lightbox? #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago@diymaria I have that one but you have to stand pretty far backand I'm in a tiny place! lol #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago RT @whbsblog: backdrops! a big chalkboard, burlap coveredfoam board, a rustic wooden table in my yard #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago YAY! RT @HoneybearLane: @crafterminds Ill write a tutorial for


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CM on making your own watermark in ps #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago RT @GuiltyCrafter: @diymaria I use a window. #cheapcrafter#crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago RT @diymaria: I love my 50mm for EVERYTHING! RT@HoneybearLane: good lens for indoor photographs, anyone? #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago same here RT @muralmaker1: nope ;) RT @diymaria: Am I theonly one whos never used a lightbox? #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago good pt RT @craftmoore: Camera guy told me that for all my tute-close ups, I really should get a "micro" lens. #crafterminds

about 43 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @iLoveToCreate: Heres 10 great phototips of what not to do from @elsiecake. #craftermindshttp://t.co/nVRujz4Q#crafterminds

about 44 minutes ago I LOVE the book "How to Photograph Your Baby" - so manygreat photo principles, and FUN to read http://t.co/VWgKyBKj#aff#crafterminds

about 44 minutes ago@diymaria I use a window. #cheapcrafter#crafterminds

about 44 minutes ago backdrops! a big chalkboard, burlap covered foam board, a rusticwooden table in my yard #crafterminds

about 44 minutes ago@crafterminds I'll write a tutorial for CM on making your ownwatermark in ps #crafterminds

about 44 minutes ago Camera guy told me that for all my tute-close ups, I really shouldget a "micro" lens. #crafterminds

about 44 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @lilredshopgirl: Aim for flawless photosthat dont need editingthen play with themgently, if you want. #crafterminds

about 44 minutes ago I love my 50mm for EVERYTHING! RT @HoneybearLane: goodlens for indoor photographs, anyone? #crafterminds

about 44 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @lilredshopgirl: Aim for flawless photos


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that dont need editingthen play with themgently, if you want. #crafterminds

about 44 minutes ago@diymaria haha NO! #crafterminds

about 44 minutes ago wish! RT @lilredshopgirl: Aim for flawless photos that dont need

editingthen play with themgently, if you want. #crafterminds

about 44 minutes ago nope ;) RT @diymaria: Am I the only one who's never used alightbox? #crafterminds

about 44 minutes ago I try...RT @lilredshopgirl: Aim for flawless photos that don't neededitingthen play with themgently, if you want #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago RT @CremeDeLaCraft: My favorite photography tool: the auto-correct button on Photoshop #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago RT @lilredshopgirl: Aim for flawless photos that dont neededitingthen play with themgently, if you want. #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago Have to run...I'll read the posts later. Will there be a linksomewhere? #crafterminds



about 45 minutes ago These are some excellent suggestions and tips #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago For what? RT @HilemanHoldings: @CynGagen I used cardstock

I just bought my first dslr. I'm too intimidated totake it out and use it though. #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago@HilemanHoldings how? do you have a post about it? soundsawesome! #crafterminds


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about 45 minutes ago@HoneybearLane will do thanks! #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago Am I the only one who's never used a lightbox? #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago@KayTeeinVA I think buying a readymade one seems so easy &convenient! :) #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago good lens for indoor photographs, anyone? #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago I blogged abt bridal shower w/20+ pics. but the offhand pic of atshirt "crazy aunt" got 90+ repins. #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago@CynGagen@HilemanHoldings the one i bought fits in a littlestudio flat case. 2 lights mini tripod and drapes -it stores flat #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago Aim for flawless photos that don't need editingthen play withthemgently, if you want. #crafterminds

about 45 minutes ago@CremeDeLaCraft where do you find that button?#stilllearninghhowtousePS#crafterminds

about 46 minutes ago@CynGagen I used cardstock and some binder clips!#crafterminds

about 46 minutes ago@kariandmorgan really easy, just have no background and save aspng email me for more deets #crafterminds

about 46 minutes ago Sorry... crazy cut/paste on my prior tweet.... I use my DIY lightbox sometimes, too. http://t.co/z5ZSjm4Y#crafterminds

about 46 minutes ago yes, very good! RT @crafterminds: I love these simple photo tipsfrom Ruffles & Stuff: http://t.co/qyKJT3Ps#crafterminds

about 46 minutes ago DIY Light Tent: http://t.co/naAbIWVN#crafterminds

about 46 minutes ago@crafterminds yep you can - but back then I didn't know how andI REALLY needed uniformity. It even comes with a mini tripod #crafterminds


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about 46 minutes ago My favorite photography tool: the auto-correct button onPhotoshop #crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago@HoneybearLane how were you able to do that? I'm stilling

learning how to us PS CS5 #crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago what are some essential photography tools for a craft blogger?#crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago RT @CynGagen: RT @iLoveToCreate: Heres 10 great photo tipsof what not to do from @elsiecake. #craftermindshttp://t.co/hDO5IINh#crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: I love these simple photo tips from Ruffles &Stuff: http://t.co/UZ3Lzb14#crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago RT @whbsblog: RT @scrappyhsewife: @eclecticmamma If it'sgoing in a post - I watermark it #crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago Yes @elsiecake would be a great source on crafter photographydone right! #crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago@muralmaker1@crafterminds I've had mine for about 4 yrs and ilove it - best money ever spent. I use for my 2 sites and ETSY #crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago Yikes sorry lost track of time while playing outside w/ kiddos. I'mjoining the chat late! #crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago I love these simple photo tips from Ruffles & Stuff:http://t.co/UZ3Lzb14#crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago Absolutelyand you shouldn't have to pay to do it.@HilemanHoldings Watermark everything! #crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago I'll have to check that out! RT @HoneybearLane: there is a collageaction from coffeeshop blog! #crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago Windows Live Writer also watermarks your photos... for free!


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#crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago if u use Livewriter, set watermarks to default. (and dimensions;)every blog pic will be watermarked #crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago Altho I made my watermark a png for layering in PS (free!) RT@HilemanHoldings: @HoneybearLane watermark action.. good idea! #crafterminds

about 47 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Heres 10 great photo tips of what not to dofrom @elsiecake. #craftermindshttp://t.co/hDO5IINh#crafterminds

about 48 minutes ago Lifehacker has some great DIY lightbox setups #crafterminds

about 48 minutes ago watermark- I have added in to a collage block. now, they are juststandard for me. #crafterminds

about 48 minutes ago I didn't do any, but now with Pinterest, should probably do themall...RT @EclecticMamma:Do you watermark ALL your photos #crafterminds

about 48 minutes ago RT @scrappyhsewife: @eclecticmamma If it's going in a post - Iwatermark it #crafterminds

about 48 minutes ago RT @kariandmorgan: RT @iLoveToCreate: Here's 10 great phototips of what not to do from @elsiecake. #craftermindshttp://t.co/kkkp0qV6

about 48 minutes ago there is a collage action from coffeeshop blog! RT@EclecticMamma: Wouldnt save time for me #crafterminds

about 48 minutes ago@KayTeeinVA The online studio looks great - you can also buildyour own, I hear! #crafterminds

about 48 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @iLoveToCreate: Heres 10 great phototips of what not to do from @elsiecake. #craftermindshttp://t.co/nVRujz4Q#crafterminds

about 48 minutes ago@HoneybearLane watermark action.. good idea! #crafterminds

about 48 minutes ago@crafterminds that is a seriously awesome litebox deal! orderingafter chat! TY #crafterminds


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about 48 minutes ago@crafterminds@EclecticMamma i watermark EVERYTHING iput on the web. #crafterminds

about 49 minutes ago@CynGagen yes I'm going to start adding this step to everything

#crafterminds

about 49 minutes ago Same here-but it is SO important!RT @CynGagen: I only recentlystarted remembering to watermark mine. #crafterminds

about 49 minutes ago@CynGagen sounds wonderful :) #crafterminds

about 49 minutes ago@CynGagen I always forget! #crafterminds

about 49 minutes ago Wouldn't save time for me, I use PS and don't know an easy wayto collage...RT @HoneybearLane: all, but I collage to save time #crafterminds

about 49 minutes ago RT @HilemanHoldings: Watermark everything! #crafterminds

about 49 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Heres 10 great photo tips of what not to dofrom @elsiecake. #craftermindshttp://t.co/nVRujz4Q#crafterminds

about 49 minutes ago coffeeshop blog has a watermark action for $20 RT@HilemanHoldings: Watermark everything! #crafterminds

about 49 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: (affiliate) Amazon: Idirectmart Photo TentTable Top Studio for $32.00 http://t.co/dczMgRiA via @amazon#crafterminds

about 49 minutes ago RT @KayTeeinVA: RT @muralmaker1: @EclecticMammaevery.single.photo is watermarked. u never kno what will be repinned #crafterminds

about 49 minutes ago I only recently started remembering to watermark mine.#crafterminds

about 49 minutes ago watermarking isn't just about stealing. I've had strange pics

@eclecticmamma If it's going in a post - I watermark it


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#crafterminds

about 50 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Here's 10 great photo tips of what not to dofrom @elsiecake. #craftermindshttp://t.co/kkkp0qV6

about 50 minutes ago (affiliate) Amazon: Idirectmart Photo Tent Table Top Studio for$32.00 http://t.co/dczMgRiA via @amazon#crafterminds

about 50 minutes ago RT @muralmaker1: @EclecticMamma every.single.photo iswatermarked. u never kno what will be repinned #crafterminds

about 50 minutes ago@whbsblog Hi! Hey, this is my 1st chat in about a month#forgetful#crafterminds

about 50 minutes ago Hi! (I was late, too) RT @whbsblog: How did I forget about#crafterminds ?! #crafterminds

about 50 minutes ago I use Picassa-love it! And Dropbox-also awesome RT@loving5kids: Question: How to organize ALL the photos? #crafterminds

about 50 minutes ago Watermark everything! #crafterminds

about 50 minutes ago All. People steal. It sucks. RT @EclecticMamma: Question: Doyou watermark ALL your photos, or just the final shots? #crafterminds

about 50 minutes ago Here's 10 great photo tips of what not to do from @elsiecake.#craftermindshttp://t.co/uEaGbBK3

about 50 minutes ago@crafterminds@loving5kids 4 past 3 yrs I use a separate externaldrive to organzie all my photos.i dont trust online albums #crafterminds

about 50 minutes ago All of them. I'm surprise how many are repinned. RT@EclecticMamma: Question: Do you watermark ALL your photos? #crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago@HoneybearLane I hope so. She mentioned it a long time ago#crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago I've started doing all of them-RT @EclecticMamma: Question: Do


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you watermark ALL your photos, or just the final shots? #crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago How did I forget about #crafterminds ?!

about 51 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @loving5kids: Question: How to organize

ALL the photos? #crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago all, but I collage to save time RT @EclecticMamma: Question: Doyou watermark ALL your photos, or just the final shots? #crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago@EclecticMamma every.single.photo is watermarked. u never knowhat will be repinned #crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago Me too!!! RT @HilemanHoldings: Cant wait for @pioneer womanto release the third set of actions! #crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago RT @HoneybearLane: Also for using the flash get a lightscoop!Works wonders #crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago I love my paid flickr acct. RT @loving5kids: Question: How toorganize ALL the photos? #crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago Exactly what I was thinking! I love bokeh! RT @muralmaker1:@iLoveToCreate haha - BIG difference between bokeh and blur! #crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago Can get confusing RT @craftmoore: So many shapes! square forparties, tall for pinterest, landscape to have room for text.. #crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago hahahaRT @muralmaker1: @iLoveToCreate haha - BIGdifference between bokeh and blur! #crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago RT @loving5kids: Question: How to organize ALL the photos?#crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago Correction: can't wait for @pioneerwoman to release the 3rd set ofactions #crafterminds

about 51 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Don't oversaturate or use too much blur on


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your photos! That's one that personally drives me bonkers! #crafterminds

about 51 minutes agohttp://t.co/6CwOZOoU


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@crafterminds lets have a specialty tweetchat about using PS #crafterminds

about 52 minutes ago@EclecticMamma I'll have to look into it-thanks for the heads up!#crafterminds

about 52 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: When I have to take pics w/out good daylight,I aim a shop light at the ceiling to give ambient brightnexx #crafterminds

about 52 minutes ago Question: How to organize ALL the photos? My picasa is runningout of memory. I have an external hd but they can break easy. #crafterminds

about 52 minutes ago AMEN. RT @HoneybearLane: @crafterminds lets have aspecialty tweetchat about using PS #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago Don't oversaturate or use too much blur on your photos! That's onethat personally drives me bonkers! #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago Guilty of this in the beginning RT @lilredshopgirl: No carpetbackdrops, pleaseunless you're featuring close-ups of your room #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago RT @lilredshopgirl: No carpet backdrops, pleaseunless yourefeaturing close-ups of your room. #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago RT @lilredshopgirl: No carpet backdrops, pleaseunless you'refeaturing close-ups of your room. #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago@amy_e_ellis Yes! ALWAYS watermark! #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago@SandandSisal hi kim! it's photography #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago@CremeDeLaCraft Hi Natalie! #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago@crafterminds let's have a specialty tweetchat about using PS#crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: When I have to take pics w/out good daylight,I aim a shop light at the ceiling to give ambient brightnexx #crafterminds


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about 53 minutes ago RT @mvemother: @lilredshopgirl I can't get it to retweet but Iagree completely no flash-no zoom, check your horizon! #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago Don't forget ur water mark! RT @muralmaker1: Definitely have a

shot for repinning - square, perhaps text and/or a border #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago RT @EclecticMamma: @kariandmorgan Try Beauty Camera forAndroid--meant for portraits, but Ive gotten great product shots w it! #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago RT @HoneybearLane: get another white posterboard and a helper

lb German Shepherd who thinks she's a lap dog trying to type lol #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago Joining the #crafterminds chat. Natalie here fromhttp://t.co/oTA5QBNJ

about 53 minutes ago No carpet backdrops, pleaseunless you're featuring close-ups of

your room. #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago RT @HoneybearLane: get another white posterboard and a helper

lb German Shepherd who thinks she's a lap dog trying to type lol #crafterminds

about 53 minutes ago Joining the #crafterminds chat. Natalie here fromhttp://t.co/oTA5QBNJ

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