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#CRAFTERMINDS
chat every Monday at 4pm Eastern on Twitter
http://crafterminds.com
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4. taunitweets: 93,610
5. petscribbles: 80,3556. modpodgerocks: 67,132
7. thesickchick: 66,7588. craftaholicanon: 58,9929. southernrhoda: 57,195
10.littletipsyblog: 36,340
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8. gloriafox: 269. graphicsfairy: 23
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9. craftaholicanon: 3,687
10.celebrateathome: 3,658
about 5 minutes ago Participated in my first #crafterminds tweet chat...so much fun!
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about 7 minutes ago thank YOU! RT @crafterminds: Thanks for all the good tips.
Everyone had great contributions today! #crafterminds
about 7 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Our iLTC Bloggers Lounge is at CHA!
@dollarcraft and @jenjentrixie will be there! http://t.co/xTDkNBLg#crafterminds
about 7 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Our iLTC Bloggers Lounge is at CHA!
@dollarcraft and @jenjentrixie will be there! http://t.co/fAate4U4#crafterminds
about 8 minutes ago@petscribbles Thanks for joining us! It was great to chat with you!@binksandbubble#crafterminds
about 8 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: Our iLTC Bloggers Lounge is at CHA!
@dollarcraft and @jenjentrixie will be there! http://t.co/fFnHGC0Q#crafterminds
about 9 minutes ago@taunitweets Thanks, Tauni - always great to "see" you at the chat.You always drop lots of wisdom! #crafterminds
about 9 minutes ago Thanks for the chat everyone! #crafterminds
about 9 minutes ago@30daysblog Let me check. See, reading over my work would
have helped in this situation. #crafterminds
about 9 minutes ago this chat was really valuable! also my first one...sort of like twitter
on speed, it goes by so quickly. Thx for great tips! #crafterminds
about 9 minutes ago Ditto! RT @countrychiccott: @madiganmade well HI anyway
Shannon! :) #crafterminds
about 10 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Thanks for the great chat @crafterminds You're
a fab host! #crafterminds
about 10 minutes ago@taunitweets Maybe I should look at Hootsuite too. #crafterminds
about 10 minutes ago Thanks for the great chat @crafterminds You're a fab host!#crafterminds
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about 10 minutes ago Thanks @crafterminds, @modpodgerocks & everyone else! Great
chatting with you all! Until next time... #crafterminds
about 11 minutes ago Gotta run! Great chat as always. #crafterminds
about 11 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Thanks for all the good tips. Everyone hadgreat contributions today! #crafterminds
about 11 minutes ago wish i got onto the comp. sooner! have a great night everyone :)
#crafterminds
about 11 minutes ago@binksandbubble I just always used Google Reader anyway.#crafterminds
about 11 minutes ago@madiganmade well HI anyway Shannon! :) #crafterminds
about 11 minutes ago Thanks for the thoughts all y'all! #crafterminds
about 12 minutes ago@CynGagen i use it to add my fave blogs to my google reader - soi can keep up with new posts #crafterminds
about 12 minutes ago@CynGagen I don't either. #crafterminds
about 12 minutes ago@taunitweets Yes, I usually only did it with a long RT though#ineverclickthroughwhensomonegoesover #crafterminds
about 12 minutes ago Boo. I missed the #crafterminds chat! Hope I can tune in later for
the second one....
about 12 minutes ago bye all -- thanks for the break! :) #crafterminds
about 12 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Yes, but dont bold too much or it defeats thepoint. @madincrafts#crafterminds
about 12 minutes ago I use HS too. RT @CynGagen: HS for me too! RT @taunitweets:
Hootsuite girl here. RT @boermanc: do any of you use tweet deck? #crafterminds
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about 12 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: Okie doke. Gotta feed the kiddos (dont know
why, just fed them yesterday). Hugs all around! #crafterminds
about 12 minutes ago@gloriafox Is that when you go over 140 characters?
#ineverclickthroughwhensomonegoesover #crafterminds
about 12 minutes ago Google to bloggers "Find Your Own Damned Friends"
#crafterminds
about 13 minutes ago Honestly, I never connected to anyone with GFC anyway. I neversaw the point. #crafterminds
about 13 minutes ago@gloriafox I was wondering what happened to long Deckly posts.
not working anymore. #crafterminds
about 13 minutes ago Thanks for all the good tips. Everyone had great contributionstoday! #crafterminds
about 13 minutes ago Check it out! Our iLTC Bloggers Lounge is at CHA! @dollarcraft
and @jenjentrixie will be there! http://t.co/XWQuSPLs#crafterminds
about 13 minutes ago HS for me too! RT @taunitweets: Hootsuite girl here. RT
@boermanc: do any of you use tweet deck? #crafterminds
about 13 minutes ago@crafterminds as someone with two blogs, I would be interested
in that one :) #crafterminds
about 13 minutes ago Okie doke. Gotta feed the kiddos (don't know why, just fed themyesterday). Hugs all around! #crafterminds
about 13 minutes ago@taunitweets@southernrhoda I don't like the new upgrade of TDthough...can't use long posts. #crafterminds
about 13 minutes ago@parkermama Yes, but don't bold too much or it defeats the point.@madincrafts#crafterminds
about 14 minutes ago@Mom4RealKY yeah same here #crafterminds
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about 14 minutes ago Google Friends Connect - I'm pretty sure it 'retires' for non
blogger sites on march 1st :( #crafterminds
about 14 minutes ago@madincrafts I will probably tweet pictures! it's the quickest way
#crafterminds
about 14 minutes ago@iLoveToCreate GFC is Google Friend Connect. #crafterminds
about 14 minutes ago@Littletipsyblog@crafterminds bahahahahaha #crafterminds
about 14 minutes ago@iLoveToCreate Google Friend Connect #crafterminds
about 14 minutes ago Hootsuite girl here. RT @SouthernRhoda: I do! like it a lot RT
yes, do. #crafterminds
about 15 minutes ago@graphicsfairy@petscribbles@madincrafts Oh no! What's GFC?I don't get LOL speak, remember? Haha #crafterminds
about 15 minutes ago@crafterminds Have so much fun at CHA! Take pictures! Yes, I
am shouting! #crafterminds
about 15 minutes ago@CraftaholicAnon That's it. I just checked it on Google's blog.
#crafterminds
about 15 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: @sewwrong Stephen King says the road to
Hell is paved with adverbs. #crafterminds
about 15 minutes ago Yes!! Love that quote! RT @madincrafts: @sewwrong StephenKing says the road to Hell is paved with adverbs. #crafterminds
about 15 minutes ago Don't ever say "I think" or "in my opinion" in tweets & post if you
can avoid it. #crafterminds
about 15 minutes ago I do! like it a lot RT @boermanc: do any of you use tweet deck?
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#crafterminds
about 15 minutes ago@gloriafox Thanks for the link! #crafterminds
about 16 minutes ago toootally. ;) RT @madincrafts: @sewwrong Stephen King says the
road to Hell is paved with adverbs. #crafterminds
about 16 minutes ago Haha! RT @petscribbles: Good one! LOL RT @madincrafts: First
rule of GFC: Dont talk about GFC. #crafterminds
about 16 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: @sewwrong Stephen King says the road toHell is paved with adverbs. #crafterminds
about 16 minutes ago RT @HoneybearLane: @taunitweets & if your post doesnt lend
Chicken :) #crafterminds
about 16 minutes ago@boermanc I use TweetDeck#crafterminds
about 16 minutes ago@gloriafox I heard march 1 but not sure if that's correct
#crafterminds
about 16 minutes ago Next week's topic is tentatively: Starting another blog?!?! (but I
will be at CHA... not sure i want to tackle that next week) #crafterminds
about 16 minutes ago RT @petscribbles: Good one! LOL RT @madincrafts: First rule of
GFC: Dont talk about GFC. #crafterminds
about 16 minutes ago do any of you use tweet deck? #crafterminds
about 16 minutes ago RT @Mom4RealKY: The GFC
infor...http://googleblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/more-spring-cleaning-out-of-season.html
#crafterminds
about 16 minutes ago March 1 for all non Google blogs..no date yet for Google itself RT
@whbsblog: @gloriafox March? #crafterminds
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about 16 minutes ago The GFC infor...http://googleblog.blogspot.com/2011/11/more-
spring-cleaning-out-of-season.html #crafterminds
about 16 minutes ago@sewwrong Stephen King says the road to Hell is paved with
adverbs. #crafterminds
about 16 minutes ago Good one! LOL RT @madincrafts: First rule of GFC: Dont talk
about GFC. #crafterminds
about 17 minutes ago@PrettyHandyGirl I guess I'll need to make the sameannouncement. #crafterminds
about 17 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: It's not writing exactly, but the key to successful
blog writing is to be consistent. #crafterminds
about 17 minutes ago bahaha! RT @madincrafts: First rule of GFC: Dont talk aboutGFC. #crafterminds
about 17 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: Subheaders and bolded text are good for SEO
too. #crafterminds
about 17 minutes ago@TheSickChickyes, its hard to have posts in advance...I've just
found myself with more ideas lately so I've had more #crafterminds
about 17 minutes ago yes!! @taunitweets: @petscribbles Yeah. I hate it when there is
just a ton of text #crafterminds
about 17 minutes ago I try to get rid of extraneous words when I write...using "really" or"very" to describe something is not necessary! #crafterminds
about 17 minutes ago@gloriafox March? #crafterminds
about 17 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: Subheaders and bolded text are good for SEO
too. #crafterminds
about 17 minutes ago RT @HoneybearLane: @taunitweets And if your post doesnt lend
itself to headers bold and enlarge some text for readers who skim #crafterminds
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about 17 minutes ago First rule of GFC: Don't talk about GFC. #crafterminds
about 18 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: I try to write like I talk with maybe a few
more exciting words mixed in. #crafterminds
about 18 minutes ago@crafterminds i totally agree... no *giggle* ***snort*** alwayslooks weird... #crafterminds
about 18 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: @petscribbles Subheads can be an effective
way of breaking up a post & making it more readable. #crafterminds
about 18 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: Subheaders and bolded text are good for SEOtoo. #crafterminds
about 18 minutes ago A picture (with bullet points) is worth a 1000 words! @taunitweets
@petscribbles I hate it when there is just a ton of text #crafterminds
about 18 minutes ago Subheaders and bolded text are good for SEO too. #crafterminds
about 18 minutes ago@PrettyHandyGirl Good to know...Can't wait to read it!
#crafterminds
about 18 minutes ago@taunitweets And if your post doesn't lend itself to headers I willbold and enlarge some text for readers who skim #crafterminds
about 18 minutes ago When is GFC going away - is there a date? #crafterminds
about 18 minutes ago I try to write like I talk with maybe a few more exciting words
mixed in. #crafterminds
about 19 minutes ago Hahaha so true! RT @crafterminds: @sewwrong I take pics ofevery step of a craft project so I will remember what I did! #crafterminds
about 19 minutes ago RT @CynGagen: @radmegan GFC...girls' fight club...that made
me giggle! #crafterminds
about 19 minutes ago@radmegan GFC...girls' fight club...that made me giggle!
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#crafterminds
about 19 minutes ago@PrettyHandyGirl I need to do that too. #crafterminds
about 19 minutes ago@petscribbles Subheads can be an effective way of breaking up a
post & making it more readable. #crafterminds
about 19 minutes ago I do like "girl fight club" - hilarious! RT @gloriafox: @radmegan
Google Friend Connect #crafterminds
about 19 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Use subheaders to separate your blog into
@petscribbles@Mom4RealKY I just took mine off today and am
posting an explanation tomorrow. Want followers via email or rss. #crafterminds
about 19 minutes ago@Mom4RealKY I guess I better read that blog. I had no idea!#crafterminds
about 19 minutes ago@sewwrong I take pics of every step of a craft project so I will
remember what I did! #crafterminds
about 19 minutes ago Ladies it's been fun. I've learned a lot today to keep in mind for
future writing! #crafterminds
about 19 minutes ago@petscribbles Yeah. I hate it when there is just a ton of text
#crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago@Wag_Doll My mom is my proofreader extraordinaire!#crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago@CraftaholicAnon I think I am going to take it off...I keep gettingmore followers via GFC and I feel like they are wasted. #crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: RT @crafterminds: Jess @madincrafts has agreat series called Mad Writing Skills http://t.co/APBgEKRm#crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: I try to remember my audience is just as
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important as I am. They are half the communication model! #crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago@radmegan Google Friend Connect #crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago RT @Steph2Pigs: RT @crafterminds: Jess @madincrafts has a
great series called Mad Writing Skills http://t.co/QkgimvYc#crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @taunitweets: Its not writing exactly, but
always best to re-read with fresh eyes. "Cold reading" #crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago You mean for long posts? @taunitweets Use subheaders to
separate your blog into sections #crafterminds -4:53 PM Jan 23rd, 2012 #crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago Wait GFC is what? Sorry... I missed it. "Girl Fight Club" Or....#crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Jess @madincrafts has a great series called
Mad Writing Skills http://t.co/wwYpcVYW#crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago Thx, Heather! RT @crafterminds: Jess @madincrafts has a great
series called Mad Writing Skills http://t.co/GW1eJyhy#crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago At times I've put my pics in,done my writing & it led to me seeing
that I needed more pics for clarification. #crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago I get my hubby to proof read my post before publishing, no matterhow many times I read it I always miss something #crafterminds
about 20 minutes ago Speaking of de-cluttering, white space is your friend.#crafterminds
about 21 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: I try to remember my audience is just asimportant as I am. They are half the communication model! #crafterminds
about 21 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Jess @madincrafts has a great series called
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Mad Writing Skills http://t.co/JHkDHSeK#crafterminds
about 21 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Jess @madincrafts has a great series called
Mad Writing Skills http://t.co/APBgEKRm#crafterminds
about 21 minutes ago Glad to have joined #crafterminds for a few minutes today.School's out now so need to go. #afternoonchaos. Thanks!
about 21 minutes ago@graphicsfairy I read it on a blog...I think Google+ is trying to
take over the world #crafterminds
about 21 minutes ago Looking at the pictures of my projects and remembering the
process usually inspires me to write #crafterminds
about 21 minutes ago@Mom4RealKY I did #crafterminds
about 21 minutes ago RT @countrychiccott: I blog how I talk in real life. Not cause it is"just a blog" but because it is MY blog. :) #crafterminds
about 21 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Its not writing exactly, but the key to successful
: Jess @madincrafts has a great series called
Mad Writing Skills http://t.co/y59nP3WS#crafterminds
about 21 minutes ago Me too! RT @madincrafts: RT @Mom4RealKY: @whbsblog I
always add pics first, then I get flooded with what I want to write. #crafterminds
about 21 minutes ago Jess @madincrafts has a great series called Mad Writing Skillshttp://t.co/y59nP3WS#crafterminds
about 21 minutes ago Use subheaders to separate your blog into sections #crafterminds
about 21 minutes ago So true RT @taunitweets: Its not writing exactly, but the key to
successful blog writing is to be consistent. #crafterminds
about 22 minutes ago same here @whbsblog: sometimes I add my pictures first, then
texts. Helps you think of what you want to say #crafterminds
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about 22 minutes ago@crafterminds No you're good, but I do call him Pretty Handsome
Guy. LOL #crafterminds
about 22 minutes ago Amen! @taunitweets: "Confession: If you never use caps, I
probably will not read your blog. #itsnotthatcute#crafterminds"
about 22 minutes ago Yep. RT @graphicsfairy: @Mom4RealKY Oh crap, is GFC going
away too? #crafterminds
about 22 minutes ago RT @Mom4RealKY: @whbsblog I always add pics first, then Iget flooded with what I want to write. #crafterminds
about 22 minutes ago@SeptemberAcres Thank you #crafterminds
about 22 minutes ago@Mom4RealKY Oh crap, is GFC going away too? #crafterminds
about 22 minutes ago#crafterminds howdy just got here trying to catch up to today'schatter!!
about 22 minutes ago It's not writing exactly, but the key to successful blog writing is to
be consistent. #crafterminds
about 22 minutes ago I notice my writing has gotten more "professional voice" than"everyday voice" since I started 3 years ago. #crafterminds
about 22 minutes ago When writing, I try to remember my audience is just as important
as I am. They are half the communication model! #crafterminds
about 22 minutes ago@bundana__ Haha. I hate having to figure out what they mean. Ittook me forever to figure out DH! Heehee #crafterminds
about 22 minutes ago@boermanc@celebrateathome@crafterminds@miscellaneaarts I
usually like to start out like I would if talking 2 a friend #crafterminds
about 22 minutes ago RT @whbsblog: sometimes I add my pictures first, then texts.Helps u think of what u want to say & build post in your head #crafterminds
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about 23 minutes ago good question... RT @Mom4RealKY: Ive been wondering, with
GFC stopping, should I take my followers section off my blog ...... #crafterminds
about 23 minutes ago@whbsblog I always add pics first, then I get flooded with what I
want to write. #crafterminds
about 23 minutes ago RT @HoneybearLane: I frequently write post rough drafts and
come back to them several days later with fresh eyes. #crafterminds
about 23 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @madincrafts Write it last then. RT@CelebrateAtHome:The very first sentence is always the hardest for me #crafterminds
about 23 minutes ago oh boy, texts = text. #crafterminds
about 23 minutes ago excellent advice. @taunitweets: Never, ever write ANYTHING
you wouldn't SAY out loud. #crafterminds
about 23 minutes ago@crafterminds I write for magazines and have to be very concise
(word limits) so I use my blog as a chance to waffle #crafterminds
about 23 minutes ago RT @ChicCircuit: Cluttered workspaces, distracting backgrounds
dont work well w/ photos and videos. Clean up for ur audience. #crafterminds
about 23 minutes ago@lifeasapepin@crafterminds I think 5+ is AWESOME.
#crafterminds
about 23 minutes ago@CelebrateAtHome@TheSickChickI frequently write post
rough drafts and come back to them several days later with fresh eyes. #crafterminds
about 24 minutes ago RT @lucy_crafts: Loving following the #crafterminds chat. As a
soon-to-be blogger all this info is super useful! #crafterminds
about 24 minutes ago sometimes I add my pictures first, then texts. Helps you think of
what you want to say and build the post in your head #crafterminds
about 24 minutes ago Me too! @petscribbles@TheSickChickRT: -- I can't stop
laughing over this: ..."my husband" than DH1203123 or "Handy Manny" #crafterminds
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about 24 minutes ago@Littletipsyblog@crafterminds way to go Michelle!
#crafterminds
about 24 minutes ago RT @madincrafts Write it last then. RT @CelebrateAtHome:The
very first sentence is always the hardest for me #crafterminds
about 24 minutes ago@lucy_crafts welcome to the blogging world lucy! :)
#crafterminds
about 24 minutes ago Oh, good one! @TheSickChickProTip: somestimes it's better towrite your introduction last, after the rest is done. #crafterminds
about 25 minutes ago p.s. I NEVER think of anyone specific when I make up examples
like "handy Manny" - except for that kids' tv show :) #crafterminds
about 25 minutes ago@Mom4RealKY I'll look into it! I'll for sure have to replace themwith something. #crafterminds
about 25 minutes ago@bundana__ No, not at all. Didn't mean that to come off as mean.
#crafterminds
about 25 minutes ago Most Important 1 @CelebrateAtHome: @crafterminds
@miscellaneaarts The very first sentence is always hardest for me to write #crafterminds
about 25 minutes ago Cluttered workspaces or distracting backgrounds don't always
work well with photos and videos. Clean up for your audience. #crafterminds
about 25 minutes ago Loving following the #crafterminds chat. As a soon-to-be bloggerall this info is super useful!
about 25 minutes ago@PrettyHandyGirl On no- did I make up your husband's name onyour blog. :) Sorry!! xoxo #crafterminds
about 26 minutes ago Right, I just say "boyfriend." No cutesy names, thank you!
@CelebrateAtHome ProTip: somestimes it's better to write your
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introduction last, after the rest is done. #crafterminds
about 26 minutes ago I agree, it's difficult. @SouthernRhoda@graphicsfairy I have a
hard time reading white or light text on a black background. #crafterminds
about 26 minutes ago Write it last then. RT @CelebrateAtHome: @crafterminds@miscellaneaarts The very first sentence is always the hardest for me #crafterminds
about 26 minutes ago That's most important to me. RT @taunitweets: I think your
personality comes through in your writing, which I love. #crafterminds
about 26 minutes ago@SewCatSew Agree! Just write! That is the best way to improve.
You'll look back & appreciate even imperfect posts. #crafterminds
about 26 minutes ago@crafterminds@TheSickChick-- I can't stop laughing over
this: ..."my husband" than DH1203123 or "Handy Manny" #crafterminds
about 26 minutes ago@SewCatSew I re-read too! I think it helps to figure out my
authentic voice. #crafterminds
about 26 minutes ago@crafterminds lol-er gah! Talk about typos and when making up a
word no less. #crafterminds
about 26 minutes ago I admit to using nicknames. Esp on Twitter, I think it makes
someone just say "my husband" than DH1203123 or "Handy Manny" #crafterminds
about 27 minutes ago RT @miscellaneaarts: I focus on the writing more if Im sharing
something personal vs a tutorial or shared link. #crafterminds
about 27 minutes ago@crafterminds@miscellaneaarts The very first sentence is always
I think "my husband" is fine, unless you are using it
a great deal, then you might want something for variety. #crafterminds
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about 27 minutes ago@graphicsfairy Please make one for Picasa...I just figured out
Picnik! #crafterminds
about 27 minutes ago@radmegan HAHAHA #crafterminds
about 27 minutes ago@SouthernRhoda I think your personality comes through in yourwriting, which I love. I have a hard time w/ that #crafterminds
about 27 minutes ago@SouthernRhoda Trying to write well counts! I know your voice
comes through! #crafterminds
about 27 minutes ago@whbsblog@TheSickChicki see i use real names for my kids..L:enny, Frank and Nancy not cutie or pookie! #crafterminds
about 27 minutes ago Not much of an lol-re myself RT @crafterminds: I am too lazy to
space out my ha has now... haahhaha. (I dont use LOL). #crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago I like to go back and read my old stuff that I've forgotten about.
Usually (hopefully) I think "Hey that was pretty good!" #crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago@petscribbles Yes, that's what I do - just "my husband"
#crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago@100diytips Thanks for your great contributions to the chat! See
you later. #crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago Hello from rainy Los Angeles. Stuck indoors. No biggie.
#crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago@crafterminds I focus on the writing more if I'm sharing
something personal vs a tutorial or shared link. #crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago@petscribbles i use hubby! HA #crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago@crafterminds I soooo agree! #crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago@crafterminds I do. I don't know that it's always successful
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though :) #qualitywriting#crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago@crafterminds I soooo agree! #crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago@crafterminds I do. I don't know that it's always successful
though :) #qualitywriting#crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago@crafterminds I try to write well, but don't ever feel like I'm the
best at it. Always wish I did it better, when I read. #crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago RT @DIYJenn: u dont have to be an amazing writer. As long as itsclean, has your personality, includes all the necessary info #crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago@crafterminds How did you know that "DH1203123" is my
husband's nickname? #crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago My Picnik Tuts will be no good soon! RT @Mom4RealKY: Does
#crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago@CynGagen@Mom4RealKY picnik is still there just a new name
and have to get it through google + #crafterminds
about 28 minutes ago@Littletipsyblog I use "ha ha" instead of emoticons in blog
writing. #crafterminds
about 29 minutes ago@TheSickChickI know : -/ but hearing about "boogie poo" and"sweetie face" isn't as cute to me as it is to them. #crafterminds
about 29 minutes ago@crafterminds I do. I don't always accomplish it, but I try.#crafterminds
about 29 minutes ago@Littletipsyblog I am too lazy to space out my ha has now...haahhaha. (I don't use LOL). #crafterminds
about 29 minutes ago RE: nicknaming spouses and kids - my husband doesn't want his
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bring that level to my blog. I plan to later. #crafterminds
about 29 minutes ago I sometimes don't get LOL speak, so don't use it in your post. Do Ihave to be a teenager to get it? #crafterminds
about 29 minutes ago@TheSickChickI would rather have someone just say "my
husband" than DH1203123 or "Handy Manny" or whatever. #crafterminds
about 30 minutes ago Right! You dont have to be an amazing writer. As long as it's
clean, has your personality and includes all the necessary info #crafterminds
about 30 minutes ago Bless you #crafterminds folks! Gotta log off for other appt. Thx
for all the great ideas, humor & kindness today.
about 30 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Good one! RT @taunitweets: Never, ever
write ANYTHING you wouldnt SAY out loud. #crafterminds
about 30 minutes ago RT @Mom4RealKY: Does anyone have an easy tutorial for Picasa
now the Picnik is closing? #crafterminds
about 30 minutes ago Anyone here try hard to write really well-crafted posts? Good
quality writing (not just utilitarian)? #crafterminds
about 30 minutes ago I use "ha ha" too much. #crafterminds
about 30 minutes ago@whbsblog i agree with you on that! And some of those
#crafterminds
about 30 minutes ago Does anyone have an easy tutorial for Picasa now the Picnik isclosing? #crafterminds
about 31 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: @petscribbles The only time it's ever "it's"
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with an apostrophe is when it is a contraction: it is = it's #crafterminds
about 31 minutes ago Agree. Too confusing . RT @whbsblog: I know many people do it,
but nicknames for spouses or kids bug me. *ducks* #crafterminds
about 31 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Never, ever write ANYTHING you wouldntSAY out loud. #crafterminds
about 31 minutes ago When I see caps I think LOUD NOISES!! RT @taunitweets:
Confession: If you never use caps, I probably will not read your blog. #crafterminds
about 31 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: If you want to be taken seriously, you dont
have to write perfectly, but do follow basics like punctuation. #crafterminds
about 31 minutes ago agreed @crafterminds: I dislike an excessive use of things like
*giggle* and *snort* it's a bloggy laugh track. Irritating. #crafterminds
about 31 minutes ago Good one! RT @taunitweets: Never, ever write ANYTHING you
wouldnt SAY out loud. #crafterminds
about 31 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Never, ever write ANYTHING you wouldnt
SAY out loud. #crafterminds
about 31 minutes ago@CraftaholicAnon Haha! Really? I have obviously not noticed
@Steph2Pigs So if it looks too dark in photographs it is probably
better for you to add more task lighting anyway. #crafterminds
about 31 minutes ago AMEN! RT @taunitweets: Never, ever write ANYTHING you
wouldn't SAY out loud. #crafterminds
about 31 minutes ago I know many people do it, but nicknames for spouses or kids bug
me. *ducks* #crafterminds
about 31 minutes ago@petscribbles I'm that way with their and there. Stresses me out.
#crafterminds
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about 31 minutes ago Read it's as "it is" to make sure it is right. RT @petscribbles: I
have a huge complex over its and its..... #crafterminds
about 31 minutes ago@petscribbles The only time it's ever "it's" with an apostrophe is
looking, not the room in general. #crafterminds
about 32 minutes ago OR ALL CAPS RT @petscribbles: RT @taunitweets: Confession:If you never use caps, I probably will not read your blog. #crafterminds
about 32 minutes ago Never, ever write ANYTHING you wouldn't SAY out loud.
#crafterminds
about 32 minutes ago Uh oh. Must capitalize more. @taunitweets: Confession: If you
my machine to a dedicated OTT just for it. Much less strain! #crafterminds
about 32 minutes ago If you want to be taken seriously, you don't have to write perfectly,
but do follow basics like regular caps & punctuation. #crafterminds
about 32 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: I dislike an excessive use of things like
*giggle* and *snort* - its like a bloggy laugh track. Irritating. #crafterminds
about 32 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Confession: If you never use caps, I probablywill not read your blog. #itsnotthatcute#crafterminds
about 32 minutes ago ! RT @crafterminds: I dislike an excessive use of things like*giggle* and *snort* -its like a bloggy laugh track. Irritating. #crafterminds
about 32 minutes ago I have a huge complex over its and it's and IF I'm using the rightone RT @gloriafox: @petscribbles and your vs. youre #crafterminds
about 33 minutes ago This cracked me up :) RT @whbsblog: Im guilty of wanting a post
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to be epic, then scrambling to rush it out cuz taking so long. #crafterminds
about 33 minutes ago I was just talking about photographing a project in the sewing
machine. Lighting overall is fine. RT @TheSickChick#crafterminds
about 33 minutes ago snort?! Yikes! RT @crafterminds: I dislike an excessive use ofthings like *giggle* and *snort* its like a bloggy laugh track#crafterminds
about 33 minutes ago@madincrafts yes! well-put! #crafterminds
about 33 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: I dislike an excessive use of things like*giggle* and *snort* - its like a bloggy laugh track. Irritating. #crafterminds
about 33 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Confession: If you never use caps, I probably
will not read your blog. #itsnotthatcute#crafterminds
about 33 minutes ago@whbsblog Happens to me ALL the time. It's the downside ofediting. #crafterminds
about 33 minutes ago I do better on the fly...some of you are such planners, and I am
secretly jealous. #crafterminds#crafterminds
about 34 minutes ago Me too. RT @whbsblog: @crafterminds Im guilty of wanting a
post to be epic, then scrambling to rush it out cuz taking so long. #crafterminds
about 34 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Confession: If you never use caps, I probably
will not read your blog. #itsnotthatcute#crafterminds
about 34 minutes ago@crafterminds agree with you highly on that one. #crafterminds
about 34 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: I dislike an excessive use of things like
*giggle* and *snort* - its like a bloggy laugh track. Irritating. #crafterminds
about 34 minutes ago Sometimes updating posts to FB, I misspell things. I usually don't
worry about it, it is what gives iLTC its realness! #crafterminds
about 34 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: I dislike an excessive use of things like
*giggle* and *snort* - its like a bloggy laugh track. Irritating. #crafterminds
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about 34 minutes ago RT @madincrafts If you don't know how to spell something,
Google the word. They will ask "Did you mean?" the right spelling. #crafterminds
about 34 minutes ago I hate when I start typing one thing, then change my wording and
forget to change tiny parts of the sentence. *shakes fist* #crafterminds
about 34 minutes ago Yes, I ignored her!RT @MonicaBenavidez: Some1 really e-mailed
you about that? Insane! I write the way chat with a good friend. #crafterminds
about 35 minutes ago I dislike an excessive use of things like *giggle* and *snort* - it'slike a bloggy laugh track. Irritating. #crafterminds
about 35 minutes ago Same here @crafterminds Don't want to sound too formal since I
want it to be 'fun'. #crafterminds
about 35 minutes ago@crafterminds@madincrafts LOVE that tip! A comfy chair is a
@Steph2Pigs It's better for your eyes to have good light, so if it;s
really dark at your sewing machine, get more :) #crafterminds
about 35 minutes ago RT @whbsblog: @crafterminds Im guilty of wanting a post to be
epic, then scrambling to rush it out because Im taking so long. #crafterminds
about 35 minutes ago RT @HoneybearLane: Don't write a post right after you've read a
bunch of other blogs. Your voice won't be true to yourself. #crafterminds
about 35 minutes ago I wouldn't say exempt from grammar rules, but the rules need tobe broken intentionally and meaningfully. #crafterminds
about 35 minutes ago Confession: If you never use caps, I probably will not read yourblog. #itsnotthatcute#crafterminds
about 35 minutes ago I over list because I hate when something is vague. @whbsblogRT: I hate when person has not listed sources, materials, etc! #crafterminds
about 35 minutes ago@petscribbles and your vs. you're #crafterminds
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about 35 minutes ago huh? @steph2pigs if you cant see well enough to photograph you
shouldnt be crafting in that poor light #crafterminds
about 35 minutes ago If you don't know how to spell something, Google the word. They
will ask "Did you mean...?" the right spelling. #crafterminds
about 36 minutes ago RT @SewCatSew: Oh and please for the love of blogging dont
mix up theyre, there and their! ;-) #crafterminds
about 36 minutes ago RT @countrychiccott: I blog how I talk in real life. Not cause it is"just a blog" but because it is MY blog. :) #crafterminds
about 36 minutes ago@CynGagen@100diytips I think that blog writing is exempt of
material list ;-( #crafterminds
about 36 minutes ago RT @SewCatSew: Oh and please for the love of blogging don't
mix up they're, there and their! ;-) #crafterminds
about 36 minutes ago@Littletipsyblog@ilovetocreate bahaha #crafterminds
about 36 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: While some posts are lackluster, if Im in
love with the topic or project, I find that my writing shines! #crafterminds
about 36 minutes ago Me either. Ha. @HoneybearLane@crafterminds@SewCatSew
RT: ya I don't know what those mean, haha #crafterminds
about 36 minutes ago@crafterminds I'm guilty of wanting a post to be epic, then
scrambling to rush it out because I'm taking so long. #crafterminds
about 36 minutes ago@SouthernRhoda Someone really e-mailed you about that?
Insane! I write the way I would chat with a good friend. #crafterminds
about 36 minutes ago RT @SewCatSew: Oh and please for the love of blogging don't
mix up they're, there and their! ;-) #crafterminds
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about 36 minutes ago YES!!! RT @crafterminds: If you are not a great speller, you must
use spell check. And pay attention to red squigglies #crafterminds
about 36 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: I find writing in bullet form gets me more
focused...like top 10 lists or 5 ways to do something. #crafterminds
about 37 minutes ago Don't write a post right after you've read a bunch of other blogs.
Your voice won't be true to yourself. #crafterminds
about 37 minutes ago@crafterminds While some posts are lackluster, if I'm in love withthe topic or project, I find that my writing shines! #crafterminds
about 37 minutes ago Maybe this has been covered, but I rAndomly capitalize and rarely
at the beg of a sentence. #crafterminds
about 37 minutes ago@crafterminds sometimes I do the opposite: trying to be way tooperfectionist over a blog post...I need to get more messy. #crafterminds
about 37 minutes ago@100diytips@taunitweets That's one thing I hate, bad grammer,
punctuation and spelling. Plus not capalising the letter 'I' #crafterminds
about 37 minutes ago RT @SewCatSew: Oh and please for the love of blogging don't
mix up they're, there and their! ;-) #crafterminds
about 37 minutes ago RT @delisacarnegie: I like reading posts where the writer's voice
is clear & has all the info I need #crafterminds
about 37 minutes ago If you are not a great speller, you must use spell check. And payattention to red squigglies #crafterminds
about 37 minutes ago Oh and please for the love of blogging don't mix up they're, thereand their! ;-) #crafterminds
about 37 minutes ago RT @100diytips: More tips: Short sentences. I even use . . .FRAGMENTS . . . sometimes. Apologies to fifth grade teacher. #crafterminds
about 38 minutes ago@crafterminds@SewCatSew ya I don't know what those mean,
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haha #crafterminds
about 38 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: Another sneaky trick: Sit in a comfy chair. Your
writing will be funnier, more positive (It works!) #crafterminds
about 38 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: Another sneaky trick: Sit in a comfy chairwhen you write. Your writing will be funnier and more positive #crafterminds
about 38 minutes ago@Steph2Pigs I am oh so guilty of run-on sentences...but that's
how I talk...I type how I talk, which is meandering at times #crafterminds
about 38 minutes ago@mvemother@madincrafts Maybe it's not a bad thing. People
who like you get used to your writing quirks! #crafterminds
about 38 minutes ago@crafterminds Thanks--I have been definitely working on that
phone!
about 38 minutes ago@Steph2Pigs I say it too, but feel like a big Italian guy. Ehh, yous
guys. #crafterminds
about 38 minutes ago More tips: Short sentences. I even use . . . FRAGMENTS . . .
sometimes. With apologies to fifth grade teacher. #crafterminds
about 38 minutes ago I am guilty of not always putting my best writing forward because
it's "just a blog." Anyone else? #crafterminds
about 38 minutes ago I like reading posts where the writer's voice is clear & has all the
info I need #crafterminds
about 38 minutes ago RT Me too too @CraftaholicAnon: {me too} @iLoveToCreate: I
also use parentheses A LOT! #crafterminds #crafterminds
about 38 minutes ago@whbsblog Me too! RT: I hate when I want to tackle a big project
but the person has not listen any sources, materials, etc! #crafterminds
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about 39 minutes ago (me three) RT @CraftaholicAnon: {me too} @iLoveToCreate: I
also use parentheses A LOT! #crafterminds #crafterminds
about 39 minutes ago Another sneaky trick: Sit in a comfy chair when you write. Your
writing will be funnier and more positive (It works!) #crafterminds
about 39 minutes ago guilty there too @countrychiccott: So I use....the dots....a...lot...is
Guilty, plus run-on sentences. RT @crafterminds:@iLoveToCreate I do all the same things you said - (), !, ... #crafterminds
about 39 minutes ago RT @SewCatSew: Remember not everyone knows what PWNED
or IMHO or FWIW mean so skip em (or link to UrbanDictionary .com) #crafterminds
about 39 minutes ago@HoneybearLane We're talking about Improving Your Writing#crafterminds
about 39 minutes ago I like it when y'all use "y'all". I say "you guys" though. Not as
charming. So I don't use it. Run on sentences. #crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago {me too} @iLoveToCreate: I also use parentheses A LOT!
#crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago sometimes there is no choice @Steph2Pigs if you cant see well
enough to photograph you shouldnt be crafting in that poor light #crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago ...I say so. ;) RT @countrychiccott: So I use....the dots....a...lot...isthat okay?? #crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago Haters gon' hate. RT @taunitweets: Dont listen too much to yourcritics. Your writing will probably become less fun for you... #crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago@DIYJenn: @crafterminds I hate when I want to tackle a bigproject but the person has not listen any sources, materials, etc! #crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Dont listen too much to your critics. writing
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will become less fun for you & less enjoyable for readers #crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago Elegant cure. @Littletipsyblog I have to use photos sometimes
when I can't figure out how to explain tutorial steps in words. #crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: Blogging voice > Perfect grammar#crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago Remember not everyone knows what PWNED or IMHO or
FWIW mean so skip 'em (or link to UrbanDictionary .com) #crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago Hey #crafterminds! Sorry I'm late.
about 40 minutes ago Hey I'm a little out of loop today---what is the discussion about
today? #crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago RT @petscribbles I'm more apt to "pin" a post or "stumble" it if ithas materials neatly listed, steps outlined, great pix. #crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: @taunitweets It's okay to use informal
grammar on your blog! #crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago So I use....the dots....a...lot...is that okay?? #crafterminds
about 40 minutes ago It prob. wouldn't hurt to buy a grammer text book and go back to
school and learn some proper sentence structure! Haha #crafterminds
about 41 minutes ago RT @countrychiccott: @crafterminds@madincrafts I cut the
exclamation points out of EVERY SINGLE BLOG POST. C-R-A-Z-Y... #crafterminds
about 41 minutes ago Don't listen too much to your critics. Your writing will probably
become less fun for you & less enjoyable for readers #crafterminds
about 41 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: Blogging voice > Perfect grammar
#crafterminds
about 41 minutes ago@Steph2Pigs I know! You would have to bring a work light from
the garage into your sewing room..lol! #crafterminds
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about 41 minutes ago@crafterminds Right! I amke shopping lists with guide lines AND
the exact amt I used so people can adapt the project #crafterminds
about 41 minutes ago I also use parentheses A LOT! #crafterminds
about 41 minutes ago@crafterminds@madincrafts I cut the exclamation points out ofEVERY SINGLE BLOG POST. C-R-A-Z-Y... #crafterminds
about 41 minutes ago@countrychiccott I love the southern charm of a a few y'alls....
Blogging voice > Perfect grammar #crafterminds
@Steph2Pigs I sometimes think that if you can't see well enough
to photograph you shouldn't be crafting in that poor light :( #crafterminds
about 42 minutes ago Not going to lie, I have to use photos sometimes when I can'tfigure out how to explain tutorial steps in words. #crafterminds
about 42 minutes ago I'm more apt to "pin" a post or "stumble" it if it has materials
neatly listed and steps coherently outlined, plus great pix. #crafterminds
about 42 minutes ago Ain't it the truth? :) RT @taunitweets True story.Sometimes I usebad grammar on purpose just because I like the way it looks. #crafterminds
about 42 minutes ago The lighting is so bad from the machine! RT @countrychiccott:
@crafterminds sewing is hard to photograph too. #crafterminds
about 42 minutes ago guilty of adding "y" to words. RT @taunitweets: Sometimes I usebad grammar on purpose just because I like the way it looks. #crafterminds
about 42 minutes ago RT @miscellaneaarts: This issue of materials is especially
important if you see your blog attracting international readers. #crafterminds
about 42 minutes ago Love! RT @SouthernRhoda: @taunitweets Yes, I sometimes letmy Southern come out in writing, even when it is not correct. :) #crafterminds
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about 42 minutes ago Yes I use "y'all" alot on my blog. But it is part of the southern
charm...which is free on my blog! :) #crafterminds
about 42 minutes ago I like that excuse...RT @madincrafts: That might be part of your
voice. RT @iLoveToCreate: My faux pas is that I use ... #crafterminds
about 42 minutes ago RT @SewCatSew: Dont add pictures to your post if they dont add
to your post (Heres a pic of my needle, heres my thread) #crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago@100diytips Thx. I write for work everyday :) #crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago I reread probably 5x before posting! RT @crafterminds What isyour NUMBER ONE rule about good blog writing? Please share! #crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago Doing it intentionally for effect is a great strategy !RT
@taunitweets: True story. Sometimes I use bad grammar on purpose... #crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago@taunitweets It's okay to use informal grammar on your blog!
#crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago@madincrafts I'm an exclamation violator!!!!!! I often have to
remind myself that would be consdiered shouting!!! #crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago@taunitweets Yes, I sometimes let my Southern come out in
writing, even when it is not correct. :) #crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago@crafterminds I usually read mine 3 or 4 times and once out
loud... I'm a typo que en tho... #crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago RT @miscellaneaarts: This issue of materials is especially
important if you see your blog attracting international readers. #crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: exclamation pts: Read over and pretend u have
to shout every sentence with a ! u will cut most of them out. #crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago@crafterminds sewing is hard to photograph too...you sewing
bloggers have it rough... #crafterminds
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about 43 minutes ago Me too. RT @Littletipsyblog: Guilty! RT @iLoveToCreate: My
faux pas is that I use ... a lot in sentences. #crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago Yep...that...would...be...me...RT @taunitweets: Me too :) RT
@iLoveToCreate: My faux pas is that I use ... a lot in sentences. #crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago Don't add pictures to your post if they don't add to your post
(Here's a pic of my needle, here's my thread, here's my fabric) #crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago a lot, so also, :), and !'s RT @iLoveToCreate: My faux pas is that Iuse ... a lot in sentences. #crafterminds
about 43 minutes ago Guilty! RT @iLoveToCreate: My faux pas is that I use ... a lot in
sentences. #crafterminds
about 44 minutes ago Couldn't agree more! RT @crafterminds: Some kinds of tutes areharder to write than others.Sewing is so hard to write clearly! #crafterminds
about 44 minutes ago True story. Sometimes I use bad grammar on purpose just because
I like the way it looks. #crafterminds
about 44 minutes ago@DIYJenn That's a great reason for readers to hit up the website!
#crafterminds
about 44 minutes ago I find tutorial blog posts exceedingly hard to write/do well. Has to
be a very quick/relatively easy project. #crafterminds
about 44 minutes ago That might be part of your voice though. RT @iLoveToCreate:My faux pas is that I use ... a lot in sentences. #crafterminds
about 44 minutes ago me 2! ha ha RT @countrychiccott: I am NEVER that excited inreal life. I turn into a high school cheerleader when blogging.. #crafterminds
about 44 minutes ago@countrychiccott Me too!!
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about 44 minutes ago Me too :) RT @iLoveToCreate: My faux pas is that I use ... a lot in
sentences. #crafterminds
about 44 minutes ago With exclamation points: Read it over and pretend you have to
shout every sentence with a ! You will cut most of them out. #crafterminds
about 44 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: My faux pas is that I use ... a lot in
sentences. #crafterminds
about 45 minutes ago Some kinds of tutes are harder to write than others. Sewing is sohard to write clearly! #crafterminds
about 45 minutes ago Me too! @SouthernRhoda: @radmegan And then I find typos
after they are live that I have to go back & fix. All the time! #crafterminds
about 45 minutes ago@crafterminds Yeah even if I write a mag story and dont haveroom for a shopping list, I still include it in the web version #crafterminds
about 45 minutes ago@crafterminds I am NEVER that excited in real life. I turn into a
changed, no matter how many times I read before. #crafterminds
about 45 minutes ago Re: materials/supplies. Expect your readers don't have access to
everything you do & make suggestions about alt supplies. #crafterminds
about 45 minutes ago RT @miscellaneaarts: @petscribbles Id say you have 2 paragraphs
to really make me interested, usually. #crafterminds
about 45 minutes ago Me too! RT @SouthernRhoda: @radmegan And then I find typos
after they are live that I have to go back & fix. All the time! #crafterminds
about 45 minutes ago@countrychiccott I feel like I overuse them too! :) #crafterminds
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about 46 minutes ago I do that too. RT @SouthernRhoda: @radmegan And then I find
typos after they are live that I have to go back & fix. #crafterminds
about 46 minutes ago I usually limit photos, too. I don't put EVERY step out photo, and
only 2-3 (max) of the final product. #crafterminds
about 46 minutes ago@petscribbles I'd say you have 2 paragraphs to really make me
interested, usually. #crafterminds
about 46 minutes ago@crafterminds on average I would say 1-2 times. But if it isdetailed more than that. #crafterminds
about 46 minutes ago@radmegan I'm definitely an offender... only 1 or 2+ times. I
know I should read it out loud at least once before posting! #crafterminds
about 46 minutes ago Half dozen times before, twice immediately after, and then a fewtimes again over the years. #crafterminds
about 46 minutes ago@crafterminds@radmegan Twice. #crafterminds
about 46 minutes ago At least 2-3. @radmegan: On average, how many time do you all
read/re-read your posts before making them live? #justcurious#crafterminds
about 46 minutes ago@crafterminds I re-read at least twice and then once in a preview.
#justcurious#crafterminds
about 46 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: Use the inverted triangle: Most important info
first. if readers dont finish, they still got the good stuff. #crafterminds
about 46 minutes ago@countrychiccott Yes, I have the same problem!! haha!
#crafterminds
about 46 minutes ago@radmegan I usually read over mine 2-3 times before I publish.
#crafterminds
about 47 minutes ago Me too!!! RT @countrychiccott: I have a hard time not using an
exclamation point! Alot!
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about 47 minutes ago 2 or more RT @radmegan: On average, how many time do you all
read/re-read your posts before making them live? #justcurious#crafterminds
about 47 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: @DIYJenn Agree! I think a materials list is a
Depends entirely on the post. I don't have limits.
#crafterminds
about 47 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: @DIYJenn Agree! I think a materials list is aMUST for tutorials #crafterminds
about 47 minutes ago RT @radmegan: On average, how many time do you all read/re-
read your posts before making them live? #justcurious#crafterminds
about 47 minutes ago Yes, I end up lots! RT @SeptemberAcres: Great idea!@taunitweets: Write down ideas, all the time. Keep little notebook handy #crafterminds
about 47 minutes ago@countrychiccott I definitely overuse the ! #crafterminds
about 47 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: Use the inverted triangle: Most important info
first. if readers dont finish, they still got the good stuff. #crafterminds
about 47 minutes ago Question: how many paragraphs do you - as a READER - read
before you start to scan over the words and stop truly reading? #crafterminds
about 47 minutes ago@crafterminds Exactly. You have to write them to get started, but
in rereading it's clear they're unnecessary. #crafterminds
about 47 minutes ago I love paper. RT @whbsblog: Pencil and paper help sometimes,
kinda takes you back to writing papers for school. #crafterminds
about 48 minutes ago I have a hard time not using an exclamation point! Alot!
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about 48 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: @DIYJenn Agree! I think a materials list is a
MUST for tutorials #crafterminds
about 48 minutes ago Great idea! @taunitweets: Write down ideas, all the time. Keep a
little notebook handy. #crafterminds
about 48 minutes ago@DIYJenn Agree! I think a materials list is a MUST for tutorials
#crafterminds
about 48 minutes ago Use the inverted triangle: Most important info first. Then ifreaders don't finish, they still got the good stuff. #crafterminds
about 48 minutes ago Always feel like I need it! Will try w/o RT @miscellaneaarts:
Reread your writing without the intro graph. #crafterminds
about 48 minutes ago RT @DIYJenn: I dont always have time to read long entries so Ilove when blogs break out important info in shopping/cut lists #crafterminds
about 48 minutes ago Pencil and paper help sometimes, kinda takes you back to writing
papers for school. #crafterminds
about 48 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: I find writing in bullet form gets me more
focused...like top 10 lists or 5 ways to do something. #crafterminds
about 48 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: Numbers for one big block of text, transitional
phrases if its broken up by step-by-step photos. #crafterminds
about 49 minutes ago@steph2pigs Midnight is abt when it happens for me!#crafterminds
about 49 minutes ago RT @iLoveToCreate: I find writing in bullet form gets me morefocused...like top 10 lists or 5 ways to do something. #crafterminds
about 49 minutes ago@miscellaneaarts I cut some of my 1st paragraphs short bc theyare just a warm up when I start writing, and become unnecessary #crafterminds
about 49 minutes ago I dont always have time to read long entries so I love when blogs
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break out important info in shopping/cut lists #crafterminds
about 49 minutes ago Need to be better at this!RT @taunitweets: Create a writing ritual.
Find a time of day you can write without interruptions. #crafterminds
about 49 minutes ago RT @miscellaneaarts: 1 -- Reread your writing without the intrograph. Is it really necessary? #crafterminds
about 49 minutes ago That would be at midnight. RT @taunitweets: Find a certain time
of day when you can write without interruptions. #crafterminds
about 49 minutes ago I find writing in bullet form gets me more focused...like top 10
lists or 5 ways to do something. #crafterminds
about 49 minutes ago@Littletipsyblog Numbers for one big block of text, transitional
phrases if it's broken up by step-by-step photos. #crafterminds
about 50 minutes ago RT @miscellaneaarts: 1 -- Reread your writing without the intro
: 2 -- Note usage of "that;" your writing can
often still be clear without it. #crafterminds
about 50 minutes ago@petscribbles I am such a paper person. I need to lighten my load
and use my phone. #crafterminds
about 50 minutes ago@Littletipsyblog I number instructions/steps in tutorials bc I think
it's easier to follow along. #crafterminds
about 50 minutes ago@SewWoodsy So smart! #crafterminds
about 50 minutes ago Create a writing ritual. Find a certain time of day when you canwrite without interruptions, and make it a routine. #crafterminds
about 50 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Keep in mind readers might not be familiarwith your body of work, so its ok to repeat basic info in a post #crafterminds
about 50 minutes ago 1 -- Reread your writing without the intro 'graph. Is it really
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necessary? #crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago I use the notepad on my iPhone too RT @taunitweets: Write down
ideas, all the time. Keep a little notebook handy. #crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago I'd rather see comic sans than papyrus..I know some bloggersADDICTED to using it & it's so hard to read! #crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago By "repeat" basic info, i mean, briefly explaining why you use this
brand of glue, etc. #crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago 2 simple hints from my j-school: 1/3 #crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago Curious, for tutorials do you use: 1,2,3 or then, next,etc?
#crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago I always trust the instructions/accuracy more if the writer took thetime to reread & get rid of typos #crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago Hey Lady! Working on expanding my #crafterminds RT
@southernrhoda: Hi, Ladies! #crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago RT @graphicsfairy: Good one! RT @taunitweets: Write down
ideas, all the time. Keep a little notebook handy. #crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago@taunitweets I keep a running list of project ideas & ways I can
make those lengthy post into 2-part post! #crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago RT @modpodgerocks: I love bulleted lists! RT @SouthernRhoda:I use bullets and Bold/Underlining to bring out words & phrases. #crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago Keep in mind your readers might not be familiar with your bodyof work, so it's ok to repeat basic info in a post #crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Watch out with underlining - readers aretrained to think those are links. Use sparingly. #crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Watch out with underlining - readers are
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trained to think those are links. Use sparingly. #crafterminds
about 51 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Write down ideas, all the time. Keep a little
notebook handy. #crafterminds
about 52 minutes ago I love bulleted lists! RT @SouthernRhoda: I use bullets andBold/Underlining to bring out words & phrases. #crafterminds
about 52 minutes ago@modpodgerocks@taunitweets "Sand" font is just as alarming
for me! #crafterminds#crafterminds
about 52 minutes ago@modpodgerocks words can not express my distaste. I had a boss
who only wanted comic sans used - in business! #crafterminds
about 52 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: Readability: Separate post into multiple
paragraphs, NOT a big block of text. Use complete sentences. #crafterminds
about 52 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @SouthernRhoda: I use bullets and
Bold/Underlining to bring out words & phrases. #crafterminds
about 52 minutes ago@Littletipsyblog re: the word fun - LOL #crafterminds
about 52 minutes ago RT @Littletipsyblog: There is something about comic sands that I
cannot stand! RT @taunitweets: Say no to comic sans! #crafterminds
about 52 minutes ago Good one! RT @taunitweets: Write down ideas, all the time. Keep
a little notebook handy. #crafterminds
about 52 minutes ago Watch out with underlining - readers are trained to think those arelinks. Use sparingly. #crafterminds
about 52 minutes ago Yes! RT @100diytips: Rule of thumb (sometimes broken, ofcourse): unless you can be funny about it, dont complain. #crafterminds
about 52 minutes ago RT @SouthernRhoda: I use bullets and Bold/Underlining to bringout words & phrases. #crafterminds
about 52 minutes ago RT @100diytips: More on readability: separating
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sections/questions with some bold-facing works. #crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago Write down ideas, all the time. Keep a little notebook handy.
#crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago@taunitweets I always threatened the graphic designers at workthat I would use comic sans as a joke b/c they hate it :D #crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago@taunitweets so true... I remind myself this because I always
study great photos. Great writing & photos both important! #crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago There is something about comic sands that I cannot stand! RT
@taunitweets: Say no to comic sans! #crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago If you have several things to say in a post, perhaps you can break
it out& make 3 separate posts! More content for you! #crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago I have a hard time reading white or light text on a black
background. #crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago RT @100diytips: Rule of thumb (sometimes broken, of course):
unless you can be funny about it, dont complain. #crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago@taunitweets Hey, Tauni, I need to catch up on here.
#crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago@taunitweets And papyrus! #crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago RT @petscribbles: I dont like colors with text - just basic blackworks best. #crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago@radmegan Hey there!! :D #crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Read great writers. If you dont read great
writing, you wont be inspired/see improvements in your own. #crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago I use bullets and Bold/Underlining to bring out words & phrases.
#crafterminds
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about 53 minutes ago@SouthernRhoda Hi Rhoda! #crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago@Steph2Pigs thanks steph! Glad I showed up today....
#crafterminds
about 53 minutes ago RT @modpodgerocks: Also remember that really cursive fonts arehard to read - use a clear, legible font when writing. #crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago I had so much fun making this fun project. ;) RT @petscribbles:
amazing how you can use the same word and not realize it. #crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago@countrychiccott We're talking about Improving Your WritingSkills #crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago So true! RT @taunitweets: Read great writers. If you dont read
great writing, you wont be inspired/see improvements.... #crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago Say no to comic sans! RT @modpodgerocks:really cursive fonts
are hard to read - use a clear, legible font when writing. #crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago I don't like colors with text - just basic black works best.
#crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago Hi glad you could join us! RT @SouthernRhoda: Hi, Ladies!
#crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago Don't make me work too hard either - too many links or bumps or
teases chases my mouse right to the X! #crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago Yes! RT @taunitweets: Read great writers. If you dont read great
writing, you wont be inspired/see improvements in your own. #crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Read great writers. If you dont read great
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about 54 minutes ago Yes! RT @modpodgerocks: Also remember that really cursive
fonts are hard to read - use a clear, legible font when writing. #crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago Hi ladies! Just now joining in! xoxo #crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago Hi Angie! Improving writing skills RT @countrychiccott: Hellocrafterminds!! What is the chat today?? :) #crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago Hi ladies! Just now joining in! xoxo #crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago Hi Angie! Improving writing skills RT @countrychiccott: Hello
crafterminds!! What is the chat today?? :) #crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Read great writers. If you dont read great
writing, you wont be inspired/see improvements in your own. #crafterminds
about 54 minutes ago More on readability: separating sections/questions with some
writing, you wont be inspired/see improvements in your own. #crafterminds
about 55 minutes ago Read great writers. If you dont read great writing, you wont beinspired/see improvements in your own. #crafterminds
about 55 minutes ago Couldn't agree more!RT @modpodgerocks: Also remember that
cursive fonts are hard to read use a clear,legible font when writing #crafterminds
about 55 minutes ago Yes! RT @100diytips: Rule of thumb (sometimes broken, ofcourse): unless you can be funny about it, dont complain. #crafterminds
about 55 minutes ago Good idea! RT @petscribbles: I look for repeated words - amazing
how many times you can use the same word and not realize it. #crafterminds
about 55 minutes ago RT @Littletipsyblog: Dont bait and switch. Stick to what your titlesays the topic is about. Dont pack random topic in post. #crafterminds
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about 55 minutes ago I always try to stick to one topic per blog post. I hate having to
scroll down and down on posts to find a project. #crafterminds
about 55 minutes ago Hello crafterminds!! What is the chat today?? :) #crafterminds
about 55 minutes ago RT @modpodgerocks: Also remember that really cursive fonts are
funny about it, don't complain. #crafterminds
about 56 minutes ago Me too! RT @gloriafox: @petscribbles I tend to use the same
words...need to use the thesaurus more. #crafterminds
about 56 minutes ago Hi, Ladies! #crafterminds
about 56 minutes ago Also remember that really cursive fonts are hard to read - use aclear, legible font when writing. #crafterminds
about 56 minutes ago Share good pic to get your reader hooked, then a description ofwhy you were inspired and how they can get the look! #crafterminds
about 56 minutes ago RT @Littletipsyblog: Stick to what your title says the topic is
about. Dont pack random topic together in a catch all post. #crafterminds
about 56 minutes ago@modpodgerocks You just reminded me of a pet peeve; when
someone uses the same word multiple times in the same paragraph. #crafterminds
about 56 minutes ago@whbsblog HEY! Great to "see" you! #crafterminds
about 57 minutes ago RT @TheSickChick: @Steph2Pigs I center-align my photos and
captions but not the main post text. #crafterminds
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about 57 minutes ago@petscribbles I tend to use the same words...need to use the
thesaurus more. #crafterminds
about 57 minutes ago RT @whbsblog: I want to write as if Im talking to a friend yet
want to be informative and not ramble. A tough balance! #crafterminds
about 57 minutes ago I edit everthing in Microsoft Word, even comments I leave on
others sites! #crafterminds
about 57 minutes ago@crafterminds Titles are really important too, I often readsomething because it has an interesting title that drew me in #crafterminds
about 57 minutes ago RT @DIYJenn 1st thing I attack in a lead is the "why". Why
would a reader want to build the project. Why is it special/diff#crafterminds
about 57 minutes ago Nice! RT @madincrafts I like to say I write for my best friend,who hasnt had her morning coffee yet. #crafterminds
about 57 minutes ago Don't bait and switch. Stick to what your title says the topic is
about. Don't pack random topic together in a catch all post. #crafterminds
about 57 minutes ago I look for repeated words - amazing how many times you can use
main post text. #crafterminds
about 57 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Involve your readers. When you can, presentexperiences to which others can relate. Ask questions. #crafterminds
about 57 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: To strengthen...your post, think about what itwould need to say WITHOUT photos. Describe your images. #crafterminds
about 58 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Get to the point quickly. Altho u want to hookthe reader, dont wait too long to say what the piece is about. #crafterminds
about 58 minutes ago Uh oh I do this! I thought it made my photo layout nicer. RT
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@TheSickChick@allputtogether: crazy when text is center-aligned. #crafterminds
about 58 minutes ago RT @madincrafts: I like to say I write for my best friend, who
hasnt had her morning coffee yet. #crafterminds
about 58 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Involve your readers. When you can, presentexperiences to which others can relate. Ask questions. #crafterminds
about 58 minutes ago 1) Tell them what you are going to tell them. 2) Tell them. 3) Tell
them what you told them. #crafterminds
about 58 minutes ago 1st thing I attack in a lead is the "why". Why would a reader want
to build the project. Why is it special/diff#crafterminds
about 58 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: RT @100diytips: 1. Be yourself 2. Keep it
brief 3. Include visuals 4. All that = readability #crafterminds
about 58 minutes ago RT @taunitweets: Involve your readers. When you can, present
experiences to which others can relate. Ask questions. #crafterminds
about 58 minutes ago Hi - newbie here - Laura. :) re: @graphicsfairy - I love that you
put certain key words in bold in your posts, makes it easy! #crafterminds
about 58 minutes ago Agree. RT @allputtogether It makes me crazy when all text is
center-aligned. I have a hard time reading it. #crafterminds
about 58 minutes ago When I re-read, I usually end up deleting repetitive information (I
look for it when I re-read). #crafterminds
about 58 minutes ago Amen to that. RT @taunitweets: Get to the point quickly.hook the
reader, but dont wait too long to say what the piece is about #crafterminds
about 59 minutes ago Involve your readers. When you can, present experiences to which
others can relate. Ask questions. #crafterminds
about 59 minutes ago RT @WHWNKrista: I have to agree with proof-reading.Everyone
makes mistakes,but youll make less if you go back and double check#crafterminds
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about 59 minutes ago Great advice! RT: @crafterminds To strengthen the text of your
post, think about what it would need to say WITHOUT photos. #crafterminds
about 59 minutes ago Agree 100% RT @allputtogether It makes me crazy when all text
is center-aligned. I have a hard time reading it. #crafterminds
about 59 minutes ago RT @crafterminds:To strengthen the text of your post,think about
what it would need to say WITHOUT photos.Describe your images #crafterminds
about 59 minutes ago RT @crafterminds: To strengthen text of your post, think aboutwhat it would need to say WITHOUT photos. Describe your images. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: To strengthen the text of your post, think about
I have a hard time reading it. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago@100diytips I noticed the same thing! :D #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago It makes me crazy when all text is center-aligned. I have a hard time
reading it. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Get to the point quickly. Although you want to hook the reader, don't
wait too long to say what the piece is about. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago@DIYJenn welcome! Mr. W & I are big fans of@ThisOldHouse
#crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @taunitweets: Start in an interesting way. make sure it catches the
readers attention. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago I like to say I write for my best friend, who hasn't had her morning
coffee yet. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago To strengthen the text of your post, think about what it would need to
say WITHOUT photos. Describe your images. #crafterminds
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about 1 hour ago@DIYJenn Hey there :) #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago I have to agree with proof-reading. Everyone makes mistakes, but
you'll make less if you go back and double check. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago@modpodgerocks you and I are passing along same writing tweets -- Ilike the way you think :) #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @taunitweets: Start in an interesting way. Even if intro is only 1-2
sentences, make sure it catches the readers attention. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Save a lot :) RT @crafterminds: What is your NUMBER ONE ruleabout good blog writing? Please share! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago I want to write as if I'm talking to a friend, yet want to be informative
and not ramble. It's a tough balance sometimes! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Hey everyone, it's Alexa from @ilovetocreate! #crafterminds What's
the topic?
about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: Joining a tweet chat for the next hour, you can
unfollow me temporarily here: http://t.co/rD9EURVr#crafterminds
about 1 hour ago YAY! It's #crafterminds chat time! @DIYJenn checking in. I'm a
crafter/writer for @ThisOldHouse mag/web
about 1 hour ago@madincrafts you really are crazed about re-reading a blog post! lol.
#crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @taunitweets: Start in an interesting way. make sure [intro] catches
the readers attention. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Amen. @crafterminds Readability: Separate post into multiple
paragraphs, NOT a big block of text. Use complete sentences. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Oops I mean "there" not "their". Haha! #crafterminds
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about 1 hour ago RT @graphicsfairy: my readers are just their for images, so I put key
words in bold so they can scan important info quickly. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: RT @crafterminds: Readability: Separate post
into multiple paragraphs, NOT a big block of text. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Also reading it backwards. RT @SewWoodsy: Agree! RT
@allputtogether: Reading what youve written out loud helps catch typos. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Readability: Use subheads to help the "scannability" of your post.#crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Me too & still make mistakes RT @TheSickChick: @madincrafts I
probably read 2-3 times before posting and 2-3 times after! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: About to join a tweet chat for the next hour, youcan unfollow me temporarily here: http://t.co/GBoR1PW8#crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Yay! RT @taunitweets Keep your reader in mind. As you write, picture
a person who represents the audience your piece targets. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @mvemother: Stay on topic. RT @crafterminds: What is your
NUMBER ONE rule? #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Start in an interesting way. Even if your intro is only 1 or 2 sentences,
make sure it catches the reader's attention. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: Readability: Separate post into multipleparagraphs, NOT a big block of text. Use complete sentences. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @gloriafox: I try to write like Im explaining it to someone standingright in front of me. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: For me, readability means using the 1st paragraphto introduce the posts topic. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Most of my readers are just their for the images, so I put key words in
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bold so they can scan important info quickly. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago That's a great idea! RT @gloriafox: I try to write like Im explaining it
to someone standing right in front of me. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Agree! RT @allputtogether: Reading what youve written out loudhelps catch sneaky typos. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @sewingdirectory: Break your post down, use bullet points,
images, several paragraphs not just big blocks of text #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago And then some! :D RT @TheSickChick: @madincrafts I probably read
2-3 times before posting and 2-3 times after! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @whbsblog: RT @100diytips: 1. Be yourself 2. Keep it brief 3.
Include visuals 4. All that = readability #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Readability: Separate post into multiple paragraphs, NOT a big block
of text. Use complete sentences. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago@madincrafts No I think we're all probably with ya on that, haha! I
feel like I'm constantly re-reading. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @taunitweets: Keep your reader in mind. As you write, picture a
person who represents the audience your piece targets. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @100diytips: 1. Be yourself 2. Keep it brief 3. Include visuals 4.
All that = readability #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Stay on topic. RT @crafterminds: What is your NUMBER ONE rule?
#crafterminds
about 1 hour ago I try to write like I'm explaining it to someone standing right in front of
me. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @taunitweets: Keep your reader in mind. As you write, picture a
person who represents the audience your piece targets. #crafterminds
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about 1 hour ago For me, readability means using the 1st paragraph to introduce the
post's topic. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @sewingdirectory: Break your post down, use bullet points,
images, several paragraphs not just big blocks of text #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @100diytips: 1. Be yourself 2. Keep it brief 3. Include visuals 4.
I probably read 2-3 times before posting and 2-3 timesafter! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Keep your reader in mind. As you write, picture a person who
represents the audience your piece targets. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Reading what you've written out loud helps catch sneaky typos.#crafterminds
about 1 hour ago You guys would think I was an obsessive weirdo if you knew how
many times I re-read a post before publishing. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago@crafterminds okay, now I really do have to go, we're late! ;)
#crafterminds
about 1 hour ago 1. Be yourself 2. Keep it brief 3. Include visuals 4. All that =
readability #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago@crafterminds I'll say this-good writing DOES matter when you blog!Pics are great, but words count. http://t.co/TLOujkhO#crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Love it! RT @SewCatSew: Read twice, post once. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @taunitweets: Tell a story RT @crafterminds: What is your
NUMBER ONE rule about good blog writing? #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @honeyandchz: Dont try to mimic someone elses writing style - be
YOU! #crafterminds
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about 1 hour ago@crafterminds Break your post down, use bullet points, images,
several paragraphs not just big blocks of text #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @madincrafts Write in your own "voice" #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Agree! I always remind myself that! RT @modpodgerocks: My #1 ruleis to re-read before you publish! (Telling myself this :D) #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @SewCatSew: Read twice, post once. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @PBCrochetCol: to begin or mention my art form in my first few
sentences. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Good one. RT @taunitweets: Tell a story RT @crafterminds: What is
your NUMBER ONE rule about good blog writing? Please share! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @modpodgerocks: My #1 rule is to re-read before you publish!(Telling myself this :D) #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Tell a story RT @crafterminds: What is your NUMBER ONE rule
about good blog writing? Please share! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: My numerous rules about writing a blog entry canbe summed up in one word: READABILITY. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Don't try to mimic someone else's writing style - be YOU!
#crafterminds
about 1 hour ago I read it over a bunch to make sure it makes sense and for errors
RT @honeyandchz: Yes! RT @whbsblog: @crafterminds read your
post before posting, after posting, and maybe one more time. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago My #1 rule is to re-read before you publish! (Telling myself this :D)#crafterminds
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about 1 hour ago Read twice, post once. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Be authentic! RT @crafterminds: What is your NUMBER ONE rule
about good blog writing? Please share! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Yes! RT @whbsblog: @crafterminds read your post before posting,after posting, and maybe one more time. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago@gloriafox to begin or mention my art form in my first few sentences.
#crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Hi Everyone! Andi from AllPutTogether here #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @whbsblog: read your post before posting, after posting, and
maybe one more time. I hate making typos or errors! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago My numerous rules about writing a blog entry can be summed up inone word: READABILITY. #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Yes! RT @madincrafts: Write in your own "voice." #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago@SerenityNowGirl will miss you!! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Write in your own "voice." #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago@SerenityNowGirl We'll miss you! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @taunitweets: Write from your heart RT @crafterminds: What is
your NUMBER ONE rule about good blog writing? Please share! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago@SerenityNowGirl Have fun! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago@crafterminds read your post before posting, after posting, and maybeone more time. I hate making typos or errors! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: What is your NUMBER ONE rule about good blog
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writing? Please share! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Write from your heart RT @crafterminds: What is your NUMBER
ONE rule about good blog writing? Please share! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago@crafterminds Wish I could join you guys, but we're off to ballet! :(#crafterminds
about 1 hour ago RT @crafterminds: What is your NUMBER ONE rule about good blog
writing? Please share! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago I also put a tilde in there - hahahah! RT @madincrafts: Baybee is
misspelled. :P #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago Spelling is a biggie for me. RT @crafterminds: What is your
NUMBER ONE rule about good blog writing? Please share! #crafterminds
about 1 hour ago What is your NUMBER ONE rule about good
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