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Freelance Life by Grace DobushJune 7, 2013June 10, 2013

never network alone

Q. Do you have any tips for networking? I’ve debated asking a fellow freelancer about getting work, but I’m afraid of stepping on her toes. A. When I started freelancing, I thought that meeting other freelancers was the best way to get gigs. They get gigs, and I want gigs, so they can give me some […]

Ask by Grace DobushNovember 26, 2012November 26, 2012

Can I Get in Trouble for Selling Crafts Based on Popular Characters?

Can you make things that look like copyrighted characters and sell them on Etsy? My friend is making really cool Oscar the Grouch hats, but could she can get in trouble for selling them? As a general rule, you shouldn’t sell crafts with any character, image or logo that’s not your own. Etsy can and will […]

Ask by Grace DobushAugust 29, 2012August 29, 2012

What’s the Best Glue for Paper?

Amanda asks: Grace, what is the best adhesive to use for attaching paper on paper? Specifically, old paper onto new paper. Also, will you please start a Q&A craft blog? Great. Thanks. Your wish is my command! The most important thing to be aware of when using old paper and gluing papers together is the acidity. […]