Monthly Archives: January 2010

Pleasant daddy son time

Due to some technical issues, my latest chess set *cough*glowing pieces*cough* won’t be ready in time for tomorrow’s home show.  It’s a shame because I think it would have made an awesome showcase piece, but hey,  schtuff happens. Given my … Continue reading

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Benefit speaks!

The other day I wrote about why B&M retailers will live on.   Well, at least some of the online companies listen to customers. Hello Tom Kies, Thank you for writing to us at Benefit Cosmetics. Please accept our apology that … Continue reading

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Sometimes it’s good to do test pieces

I’m working on a new chess set, one to actually list for actual money (the first two went as a gift and a fundraising donation respectively) and I still need to make the white side pieces. Well, tonight I started … Continue reading

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Here’s why brick and mortar stores shouldn’t die

Everyone touts the ease of shopping via the internet.   It is easy, and the breadth of product available can hardly be beat.  But here’s the problem; in exchange for that convenience you subject yourself to the electronic equivalent to … Continue reading

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Amazing differences in customer service

Maybe I’m just spoiled by the glass manufacturers and distributors I deal with, I’ve gotten used to hearing back from them in a timely manner.  I’ve gotten used to easy communication via their sites, Facebook, and email. This is why … Continue reading

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Hubba hubba sale!

I’m running a sale from Jan 26th – Feb 10th.   During that time, enter code OOH LA LA during checkout to receive free shipping on all Mature category items. Spice things up for Valentines day with something special. As … Continue reading

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How do I pack this??

As you may know, I made a lovely chess set to donate towards my friend’s surgery fund. However, I had to ship it down to Florida to the person organizing the sale of various pieces of glass artwork to help … Continue reading

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The second chess set

This is kind of a dual post; it’s to tell about my latest project, but also to pipe up about a friend in need. My friend Joe is like many of my friends, self employed and uninsured.   The healthcare … Continue reading

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Condescend much?

Netflix and Nintendo announced today that the Netflix streaming service will soon be available on the Wii.   I see this as a wonderful thing, mostly because I own one.   But also because I don’t bother with digital cable … Continue reading

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Why you don’t abuse emergency message delivery services

Quick, think of the trip between here and the closest supermarket. You likely drive it every day, tell me the speed limit in each area you pass through.   You can’t.  You probably know, and you’ll likely notice the signs … Continue reading

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