Something to Crow About

Crowing for September News!

noreply@blogger.com (Tina Grimes) — Sun, 31 Aug 2008 04:37:00 +0000

As the dog days of summer begin to wind down, we can all start looking forward to Autumn, my favorite time of the year! It's such a colorful time of year, and I always love a crisp Fall breeze as well. As we venture into the season, I have just a bit of news from Crows Creek Crossing to share.

Our Crafter Spotlight for the month of September is Wood Ruffles and Lace, a Country Gift Shoppe specializing in primitive country decor. Be sure to check out their profile on the Crafter Spotlight page.

Our newest marketplace members for August including the following wonderful prim shoppes.

Out of the Box Sampler

Haymakers Country Store

We also had quite a few renewals in August, so thanks to all the marketplace members who renewed! As always, we appreciate your business.

For all of our marketplace members who would like to post a coupon on our Coupon Corner, please drop me an email. I am currently offering FREE coupon ads on Coupon Corner for any member who has purchased more than one month's worth of advertising! Just send me a non-animated ad that is not too large; be sure to include an expiration date if there is one, and I will add it to Coupon Corner. Your coupon can run for free as long as you are an active member of the marketplace with a more than one month ad package!

I will be drawing a winner for our August contest prize on Tuesday, September 2nd, donated by Dakota Scents. So be sure to enter while there's still time! And if you're a marketplace member and would like to donate a prize for September, please email me. We'll feature a link to your site and photo of your prize donation on the Contests page!

I think that's all of the news from Crows Creek right now. Enjoy the end of your Summer and I hope you all have a wonderful start to your Fall!

Prim Hugs!

Crowing About August!

noreply@blogger.com (Tina Grimes) — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 22:31:00 +0000

Here's the latest news from some of our marketplace members. You will find wonderful products on their websites, and some savings too, so be sure to check them out!

KM Primitives
At KM Primitives Penny Rugs we are ALWAYS offering FREE SHIPPING on any order. Plus for the month of August on any $75.00 order (excluding shipping) we will GIVE YOU one of our Original Candle Sleeves! A value of $9.00. New Christmas items are coming sometime this month so watch for their debut as well. We will have some new Christmas Ornaments plus our Table Runners and Candle Sleeves for starters! New Holiday items are debuting weekly; our photos here depict some of the latest offerings: our Trees for Sale Table Runner and the Star Make-Do. Visit our site to see these items and more!

Dakota Scents
You will love the new Prim Pillars at Dakota Scents! They measures 3x3 and are highly scented in Brown Sugar Nutmeg. The wick comes tied with Homespun and comes gift boxes, perfect for gift giving. These make a great addition for all your prim decorating! Dakota Scents is also the sponsor of the August Contest at Crows Creek Crossing. You may win one of the these beautiful pillar candles just by entering our contest for August! Simply use the Contacts Page at Crows Creek Crossing to enter the drawing for your chance to win; just put YES next to Contest Entry on the form. Good luck!

Pip Berry Place
We have added quite a few New Products for August at Pip Berry Place. Our Rusty Star Pips Basket is just one of the new items we've added. We also have a special running for August: $5 Off any order of $20 or more using code DOGDAYS at checkout.

New Marketplace Members at Crows Creek Crossing
Our newest marketplace members include the following sites:

Here's My Signs
Wood Ruffles and Lace
The Shaker Box Company
Old Crows Auction House

Thanks to all of our marketplace member renewals too...we have about a 90% or better renewal rate and we appreciate that and the continued patronage of all our members!

Upcoming News for August

noreply@blogger.com (Tina Grimes) — Wed, 23 Jul 2008 05:47:00 +0000

Just a quick note for any of our marketplace members...if you have any sales or specials you'd like to advertise in the Crows Creek Blog for August, please send your info to me by the 28th. You can send info for 2 products--photos and short descriptions. If we have the space we'll use them all! This is extra advertising for your site. So drop me an email with your info. Let's give our shoppers "Something to Crow About!"

Our CoOp Ad in Creative Times Magazine

noreply@blogger.com (Tina Grimes) — Tue, 08 Jul 2008 04:54:00 +0000

Just a reminder for anyone who may have missed it, the latest issue of Creative Times magazine is available for download.

Download Creative Times Here

We have 9 marketplace members featured in the half page CoOp ad that we purchased for this issue of CT. You can view the ad and the links to these members' sites by clicking on the CoOp Ads page of the marketplace. The photo on the site is just a proof; the quality of the ad photo is much better...just FYI. Thanks to all our CoOp ad sponsors for this issue. We hope to run another ad soon, so if you have any interest in purchasing a spot, feel free to drop me an email.

Crafter Spotlight for July

noreply@blogger.com (Tina Grimes) — Mon, 30 Jun 2008 22:55:00 +0000

Please check out our Crafter Spotlight for the month of July, Roxanna at Country Quackers Primitives. You will love her country primitive home decor...and so much more!

July News at Crows Creek Crossing

noreply@blogger.com (Tina Grimes) — Sat, 28 Jun 2008 17:28:00 +0000

We have lots of member news for you for the month of July from The Crossing! Be sure to check out all the great specials our members are offering!

From Crazy for Candles~Soy Wax Candles, all 16 Ounce Candles are on sale for just $9! This is only for a limited time, so hurry in to take advantage of this great deal.

Starry Nites Farm is happy to announce the addition of their line of patterns to their website. Check out their great offerings, and look at this great item, their Yankee Doodle Dandy.

Next, from Normans Country Creek, they have a special on their elegant Oil Candle Kits, which would be a great gift for a loved one. They come with complete instructions and a wick that never needs replacement. Create your own unique oil candle that will last forever.

From A Time for Primitives, which brings you creations from a wonderful and talented variety of artisans and craftsmen, check out Peter Pumpkin Eater by the Angle, Witch & Old Crow.

Mr Momz General Store is offering a discount just for our Crows Creek Crossing blog readers: just purchase their Tart Packages and mention the Crows Creek blog at check out, and you will receive another package of FREE tarts for every package you buy---NO LIMIT! What a great deal from Mr. Momz! Over 500 scents to choose from. Watch for their new Fall and Xmas country and prim home decor too, coming soon.

And finally, from Home Sweet Homespuns, you may be the winner of their Rag Ball and Berry Basket, donated by Cindy's Workshop. It is decorated with pip berries, 20 seed lights, and seven assorted homespun rag balls, valued at $39.95. For every $50 in purchases, you receive one chance to win. You can also send in photos of your completed custom order for a chance to win. Or, refer someone who places an order between July 1 and August 31 for another chance to win!

Please be sure to also check out Crows Creek Crossing's newest members, who joined during the month of June. And if you make purchases from their sites, be sure to let them know you found them at Crows Creek!

Real Wood Creations
Crockett's Country Store
Shoofly Pie Mercantile
Huckleberrie Primitives
Hillbilly Hollow

Please also check out our sister sites...Pip Berry Place, your place for country primitive home decor, gifts, dough ornies, grungy goods, treenware, and more! And Primitive Business Junction, a comprehensive resource site for online business owners.

Marketplace News for June

noreply@blogger.com (Tina Grimes) — Sun, 01 Jun 2008 19:59:00 +0000

None of our members submitted news for the month of June as of yet, but we have quite a few new members that joined the marketplace in May. So I thought I'd list them here for you so you can check them out.

The Prim Pattern
Country Roads Crafts
The Gingerbread Barn
Sugar Bush Primitives
The Pattern Barn
Prim Sisters Talk Radio
Starry Nites Farm
Wholesale Home Decor Directory
Bootleggers Bluff

Welcome to all these new members!

Be sure to also check out the marketplace's new profiles for June. Our Crafter Spotlight is on Starry Nites Farm. You can find their profile on the Crafter Spotlight page. And our business profile for June is The Olde Picket Fence; their profile can be found on the Prim Picks page.

Just as a reminder, I hope you're always visiting the Coupon Corner for lots of great discount coupons provided by our members. And we give away a $10 credit monthly on our Contests page. You can win $10 toward shopping at the site of any of our marketplace members. Be sure to enter!

Special note to our advertisers/marketplace members: If you would like to sponsor one of our monthly giveaways by donating a product or gift certificate, just send me an email. I will list your site info on the Contests page, so that is some next extra advertising in exchange for your donation.

Have a safe and happy June, everyone! And I hope all of our news gives you Something to Crow About!

Marketplace News for May

noreply@blogger.com (Tina Grimes) — Sat, 03 May 2008 19:49:00 +0000

May has finally arrived, and along with some sunshine and showers, we also have some news and products to share from the marketplace. Some of our members have some products and specials that they would like to share with you. Once you've read the news, be sure to go visit their websites for lots more wonderful products!

Norman's Country Creek
Norman's Country Creek carries many wonderful products for your home. These include handpainted lamps & lights, cut & pierced lampshades, hurricane candles, oil candle kits, and raggedys. Their lights create a soft glow for any room, and make perfect gifts.

Be sure to visit and take advantage of their ~Mother's Day Special~ All Cut & Pierced Lamps are all sale! You are bound to find some wonderful treasures for Mothers Day, or for any occasion at Norman's Country Creek.

Dakota Scents
Check out the new line of Fresh Made Bakery Candles at Dakota Scents. They have a candle for every sweet tooth! At Dakota Scents, they are pleased to be able to ship your entire order to you for a flat $5.00 shipping! Now that is a great deal you don't want to miss out on. Additionally, any order over $100 qualifies for FREE SHIPPING!

Dakota Scents likes to keep their customers coming back, not only for all the great candle scents, but also for the "FREE" gift that you receive with every single order!

Be sure to watch for their new line of Primitive Pillar Candles, coming soon.

And sign up for their newsletter so you will be one of the first to know about new products and also specials that are exclusive to their mailing list customers!

Pip Berry Place
Pip Berry Place added several new products this month. You'll need to check out the What's New page to see them all, but here is a sampling.

Be sure to take advantage of the special for May at Pip Berry Place: 10% off ANY order. Just use the code MAY08 in the Voucher Code box at checkout, and 10% will be deducted from your total order.

Some New Members
Some of our newest members at Crows Creek Crossing include Heritage Quilt Company, Appleseed Primitives, Signs of Patriotism, Jersey Hill Prim Potpourri, Country Quackers, Primitive Comforts, Tropical Breeze Candles, Artsy Craftsy Folks, The Weathered Window, Crazy for Candles, and Kountry Berry Marketplace.

Please stop by Crows Creek Crossing and explore all the wonderful shoppes that are showcased there. If you can't find your favorite country or primitive goods through our marketplace, then I don't think you can find them anywhere!

Topsites List Added!

noreply@blogger.com (Tina Grimes) — Wed, 23 Apr 2008 04:19:00 +0000

We have just added our own Topsites list to the marketplace. You can find it on our Topsites page, or go to it directly.

Crows Creek Crossing Top Primitive Shoppes

If you have a website, this is another avenue for advertising, and best of all, it's FREE! Be sure to check it out.

CoOp Ad in Creative Times

noreply@blogger.com (Tina Grimes) — Tue, 22 Apr 2008 02:59:00 +0000

Just wanted to let you know that I am purchasing a half-page ad for the July/August issue of Creative Times magazine for our marketplace. You can purchase a 150x150 product photo spot at $20 for PAID and current marketplace members, and $30 for non-members. This is a great price for an ad that will run in the magazine for two months of publication! All ad details are on the Advertising Packages page of the website. We have 8 spots available for the ad; if more than 8 people are interested in a spot, I will purchase another ad spot if we get enough extra interest. But for now, we are limited to 8 spots. So don't delay--buy your spot now!

Feel free to email me with any questions you might have!

New Members on Home Page

noreply@blogger.com (Tina Grimes) — Mon, 14 Apr 2008 06:45:00 +0000

In the last few days I have added several new members to our marketplace. There are new button ads on the home page, so be sure to check out these new members' stores!

Please be sure to check out our other blogs and websites, the links to which can be found on this blog on the left side of the page!

Happy Country and Prim shopping everyone!

Marketplace News for April

noreply@blogger.com (Tina Grimes) — Mon, 07 Apr 2008 02:55:00 +0000

Some of our marketplace members have provided us with photos of new products, as well as information on their current specials for the month of April. We hope you will take the time to browse their sites for these wonderful products and savings.

KM Primitives

Primitive Penny Rugs designed to fit your Primitive and not so Primitive home. All designs are original and hand-stitched, with no patterns used, and made to order just for you.

Stencil Me In

Chart a course back in time and view our large selection of unique stencils from a simpler time gone by. From our vast selection of Colonial And Vintage style stencils to our Primitive Game Board and Shaker Box stencils. Stencil Me In is dedicated to providing a wide selection of unique and original designs that are simply filled with old time charm.

Katie Newman Gifts & Home

Here you will find a fabulous array of unique gifts and home accessories...everything from decor for the country farmhouse to cottage and shabby chic. And during April, you can save 25% off any purchase by using the code 1313 at checkout!

Pip Berry Place

Pip Berry Place is your place for country primitive home decor, gifts and so much more. Check out our home page for all monthly specials. During the month of April receive $4 off ANY order using the code APRIL08 at checkout. And be sure to check the What's New page each month for newly added products.

A Little Info About Our Marketplace

noreply@blogger.com (Tina Grimes) — Wed, 19 Mar 2008 02:48:00 +0000

Our marketplace brings together primitive artists and craftsmen in one convenient location, allowing prim lovers and shoppers to find just about anything they might be searching for in the world of primitives. We also provide Crafter Spotlights, Prim Picks profiles of online businesses and their owners, Contests, a Gift Shoppe and more.

We also work hard to actively promote our website, paying for ads in other marketplaces and online magazines, joining topsites lists, plugging at various prim plugboards, and we submit our marketplace to the search engines on a regular basis. We do our utmost to promote our marketplace, thereby promoting our advertisers as well.

If you're shopping, we hope you'll stop by The Crossing and find the primitive treasures you're searching for! And if you are looking for affordable advertising for your business, then please check out our advertising rates as well!

Crows Creek Crossing