Selling on Facebook. Yes, no, maybe? Okay, I'll give it a try.

I have to say that I've tried selling items from my Facebook fan page and it doesn't work for me. But recently I noticed one of my lampwork friends posting about a private Facebook page for auctioning lampwork beads. I was skeptical, so I messaged her and asked a ton of questions.

When she told me her sales were better then anywhere else online and that she was closing down her selling Etsy and Artfire shops I knew I had to give it a try, and am I glad I did!

My auctions usually run for 24-48 hrs.  And within the first 24 hrs I had already made a sale.  And again the next day.  I have to say I'm pretty happy. I haven't sold everything I've listed, but that's okay!

I love the idea of being able to interact with the buyers, and I'm available to answer questions if needed.  What buyer wouldn't want that?

This group is called Artisan Lampwork Beads For Sale .  This is a closed group, but you can easily join by clicking one button.  They monitor it very strictly to make sure only artisan beads are listed.  And that's really good.  So if you make lampwork or like to buy it head on over there and sign up.  You won't be sorry!

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Say It Outloud & Stamp It In Metal Giveaway! What Madness Is This?

Metal Amore wants to have some fun. Fun with words and fun with metal. Are you ready for this? Put on your thinking cap and get out your sense of humor. We're going to have a little bitty contest.

All you have to do is post a word or phrase that you would like to see stamped on metal. Letters only please. Spouse bashing is expected, after all I am married. Nothing racist or sexist will be allowed.

• You'll have to like my Fanpage
• Then, just go out and get "Likes" on your comment/entry by:

1. Having your voters like my Fanpage
2. & have them comment on your post

The person with the most "Likes" on their post will win their entry stamped on a disc with a pretty organza necklace! If you are the winner you must still be a fan of my page after the fun is over to receive your prize. You can "like" and comment on as many posts as you choose. "Like" them all, or just like one. It's up to you.

**I reserve the right to delete any comments or postings that I feel are inappropriate**
**I also reserve the right to use entries for sale or give aways**

Keep in mind this is supposed to be fun an humorous. This may not be a child friendly contest. There may be swearing and X rated entries. If you will be offended, please do not go to my facebook page.

A winner will be picked the weekend of May 29th!

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Win Stamps From PJ tools Impress Art Metal Stamping!

NOTE: This contest is now closed. thanks.

You've heard me ranting about how much fun I've been having with my metal stamping.  I spend more time at my day job jotting down ideas then I do getting my work done. I've been inspired.

And now I'm even more inspired because I can win some cool toys from PJ Tools Impress Art Metal Stamping Tools.  Check them out on facebook and this cool Blog for your ways to win.

I'm so excited to enter and win.  I've been having so much fun and I totally need more goodies to keep creating.  And I need this type font...

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A Beary Cute Give-Away

This giveaway is closed: Random.org chose #1 and Coltpixy won!!
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This super cute Polar Bear Purse Charm will look great adorning your purse this winter season! The polar bead lampwork bead is handmade by me. Created with sturdy metal findings and a nice big toggle clasp, this charm will fit any purse.

A round keyring is included just in case you need something extra to attach it to your purse. You can also use this Beary Cute Charm as a keychain, a zipper pull, or clip to your belt loop for a cool change of pace!

HOW TO WIN

Complete one or more of the following to be for eligible chances in the drawing for the above Bear Cute Purse Charm. Post a comment here for each requirement completed with links. Up to six entries are possible. Drawing will be held on November 21st.

1. Follow my blog: post one comment
2. "Like" me on Facebook: post one comment with your facebook name/link
3. Follow me on Twitter: post one comment with your Twitter name/link
4. Visit My Studio and post a link to your favorite item and tell my why you like it
5. Write a blog post about my give away: post one comment with link\

Bonus Entry:

• Recommend me to a friend and have them follow my blog: post a comment with their blogger name/link (Your friend must follow my blog for you to qualify for this bonus entry)

**Edited to add: For example, to get six entries you'll need to have six separate comments.

Rules:
You must complete at least one of the requirements to be entered into this drawing. Each requirement listed above gives you one entry, with a total of six entries are possible. A winner will be chosen using Random.org. No substitutes are available, the winner will receive the prize pictured above. The winner will have one week (7 days) to contact me with shipping instructions, or they will forfeit the prize and a new winner will be chosen.

These rules are subject to change, but most likely will not.

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