Johanna

Yep, what NoahL said. Windows Mail (comes with Vista and up as a replacement for OE) has the junk folder. Now that you aren't depending on dial up, please make sure all your XP updates are current. Run Windows update, install whatever it wants, reboot, do it again and again until you bleed it dry. You probably have OE6 and there are security issues with that, and I'd bet you don't have SP2 or SP3 either. Did you know that you can have any email address you want at either of your two domain names, have a choice between like 4 different FREE spam solutions, receive it through OE, save it on the server and be able to log in and view it on the web (while out of town, for example) and never worry about being tied to any one ISP just for the sake of an email address? You could have Denise@domainname and Rod@domainname and inquiries@domainname and so on, unlimited, secure and no cost? We need to talk on the phone about how to handle the other stuff you mentioned in your earlier message. Trouble may be brewing, and I don't want you in the storm. I want to go over the pros and cons of your decisions about all that. I'm tired of playing phone tag, too, but I'm gonna keep trying. The stars have to allign sooner or later. Johanna

I moved this topic out of purses and pocket items because you seem to be looking for a supplier. My first suggestion is to click on the banners of our sponsors Waterhouse Leather, Springfield Leather, Zack White Leather and Siegel of California and browse what they have to offer. Then visit the directory and see more suppliers' websites. If you place an order, tell them you heard about them here. We do our best to hook up leatherworkers with people who have what they want. Welcome to LW! Johanna

Ohio Travel Bag carries the frames. http://ohiotravelbag.com tell them you heard of them on leatherworker.net Johanna

Thank you for introducing yourself. You just made my day. I hope you continue to have a good time here, and I'm looking forward to seeing pictures of your work. Johanna

Louis, quit playing the sick wife card. The fact is that everyone here knows that they can look at a picture and instantly tell if it is their work or someone else's, and they expect you to be able to also. Substituting their work for yours is politely called "fraud", and it is simply not acceptable in the elite saddlemaker community. These men and women make saddles they are proud of, and wouldn't dream of stealing someone's pictures or trying to take credit for someone else's work. They are justifiably angry at you for stealing, and misleading customers. No one here wishes ill on your wife, in fact I'd bet a dollar some of the people who are disgusted with you, prayed for her. Do NOT use other people's pictures EVER without their permission. Remember that, and maybe in a long time, after people see you change your ways, they might not be so quick to lash out. But to say it's not your fault and times are hard, well, everyone here knows that for exactly what is is. Bull Kukka. You made the decision to misrepresent yourself, and to cash in on the value of someone else's hard earned skill, and that doesn't fly here. When this matter was discussed by the staff, it was decided to let you stay until everyone was done chewing on you and satisfied. Fair warning- your membership status here is tentative. Johanna

Want some traffic to your site? Wish the phone would ring? Would it help to make an extra sale? Get listed here. If we already listed your business, claim your account. People are getting orders and business from this site- don't you want to be included too? A business with no sign is a sign of no business. Let us know if we can help you! Johanna

Register for the classes you want ASAP. http://www.leathercraftersjournal.com/SW10_Workshop_Registration.html

Congratulations, Steve! LW sends best wishes for 2010! Johanna

Terrific idea. Look here. A huge thanks to CitizenKate... Johanna

Good catch, JW! We will be happy to provide eBay with any documentation they may need about where the thief got the pics. Sorry someone did this to you, Steve. ~J

King Cobra Clas 4-25 with EPS Video

Jim Linnell has made some goodies available on his website- www.elktracks.net ~Johanna

I like "Live Free or Die Leatherworks". ~J

KATE Yep, everything Kate said! and don't forget, if you have a blog somewhere else, link to it from here. It's easy. Your blog will get more traffic, and our visitors will enjoy the variety. Please keep the links family-friendly, folks. We reserve the right to remove anything we determine violates our terms-of-service agreement, or anything else in the best interests of our members. Johanna

If you have a storefront website and/or are willing to ship, a "Directory" ad here on LW could help you attract more business and improve your site ranking and traffic. Many people come here to browse and shop. CD- you have a fabric and notions store? I see slightly higher prices at the mom & pop shops, but they seem to make up for that in customer service. As a consumer, I will go out of my way to deal with someone I trust and doesn't treat me like another transaction. Click on "Directory" on the toolbar and look at what we have collected so far. You have to create an account separate from the board (security reasons) and all plain text ads to vendors are FREE through February. Hope this helps someone. Johanna

I used to design my own cards and then print them on cardstock. Ink is too expensive, and the cardstock isn't as professional looking. www.vistaprint.com lets you design whatever you want, right in your browser. I got nice quality cards at a good price, and the shipping was nominal. They threw in a post it note pad and some magnets with my same theme to entice me to buy more stuff from them. All I would need to do is log on to my account and reorder. Johanna

Not to change the subject, but someone should start a "making your shop a safer place for pets, kids and grownups" thread. How many of us have sharp edges exposed (I have exacto knives upside down in a jar- how dumb is that?) or chemicals that a pet or kid can get into? I have one dog I have to keep out of the scrap bin, or suffer the consequences. What things in our shops could we do differently to reduce the risks of accidents or problems when we host visitors? I remember chasing toddlers...hoo, boy. I get a little break now that there is only one grandchild so far- glad you have a great grandkid to play with. Glad your g grandkid has great grandparents to play with. Johanna

Ohio Travel Bag is well known for having hardware- all sorts of hardware, and other goodies, too. They have been dependable suppliers for leatherworkers as long as I can remember. Click here to order a NEW 2010 OTB catalog, or visit their site to browse online. PLEASE tell them leatherworker.net sent you! Johanna

Do not let pets (birds, cats and dogs) chew on veg tanned leather, and same with children. Besides the chemicals in the leather, there is a choking risk, and the leather itself is hard to digest if they should swallow it. It is probably not going to hurt the 3 year old who put a piece in her mouth for a moment when we weren't looking, but why take the chance? I have a dog that loves to chew on leather, and then his body rejects it from both ends. Not worth cleaning up. Maybe some of the vets can chime in with more specifics. Johanna PS some veggie tanned leather makes me break out in hives if I touch it. I would hate to see a toddler with a full blown allergic reaction.

Erroll, Perhaps post pictures of Billy's art and what you expect to get for each piece? Johanna

Dennis Lane has attempted to create a standard to measure horses. Maybe Denise ir Dennis himself can jump in and explain the card system better than I can. Johanna