, Now that the holidays have
passed, most people may be surrounded by photos from their celebrations and
not know how best to show them off. Best of all, these projects are posted and ready for
anyone to download for free!
The Epson CreativeZone is simple to navigate, featuring projects listed
both by number and theme so consumers can easily browse through the wide range
of options and choose what to create with their photos at home.
"There's nothing more rewarding than seeing photos come together in a way
that allows you to be transported back to a special time ," said Barbara
Kotsos, senior marketing manager, scrapbooking solutions, Epson America Inc. Epson America Inc.

This category is for sites that focus on the art and craft of crochet.

Here you will find listings for web sites offering how-to information, stitch guides, yarn recommendations, hook conversion charts, and free patterns for a plethora of items ranging from clothing to fridgies to holiday decor .

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EpsonCreativeZone.0," "The Power of the PC for
Scrapbooking," and more. is
headquartered in Long Beach, Calif. And then there's beading, just look in the fashion
magazines and you'll see almost everything hot is embellished with beads.

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CRAFTING IS AN ACTIVITY THAT CONTINUES TO GAIN POPULARITY.

ADDITIONAL RESOURCES: Audio version and more available at
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Visitors can also sign up to receive the free
Creative Croppers newsletter for more great ideas throughout the year, as well
as check out deals on products to help them create the projects they like. NEW YORK,

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AUDIO PROVIDED BY: CRAFTS AND HOBBY ASSOCIATION

For story information, please call MultiVu, 1-800-653-5313, ext.

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For more information on craft projects for both your holiday and everyday
photos visit the Epson CreativeZone at http://www.S. affiliate of Japan-based Seiko Epson
Corporation, a global manufacturer and supplier of high-quality technology
products that meet customer demands for increased functionality, compactness ,
systems integration and energy efficiency. 3 or
email radio@multivu.

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Transform Standard Snapshots Into Unique Photo Keepsakes Using Craft Ideas From the Epson CreativeZone(SM)

The site also features additional resources to help
consumers make the most of their photos, including articles, tips and tricks
from scrapbook experts.

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These easy projects and the person who prints them would be a hit at any party
and remembered for a long time to come!
The "Patterned Pages" category is the most flexible of all the project
types provided. It is also a resource for consumers who would like
to learn how to use software tools they may already have.

About Epson
Epson offers an extensive array of award-winning image capture and image
output products for the consumer, business , photography, and graphic arts
markets.ORG.

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The "Articles"
section offers tips and tricks from industry craft experts on topics such as
"Creating Combination Color and Black + White Photos," "Using the Cookie
Cutter Tool in PhotoShop Elements 3.

Now, this year we're
going to see some of the hottest trends in crafts expand, like scrap booking.

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Now crochet and knitting still exploding, especially in young
people, which is awesome.prnewswire.

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The
advantage to printing these backgrounds versus buying pre-printed sheets is
the flexibility users have to customize the files, such as embedding someone's
name into the pattern, or importing a digital photo directly onto a photo
matte so that with one sheet it is ready for a frame and one of a kind! The
files are provided in some instances in jpeg format and in other instances as
Word documents, making it simple for users to download and include text.EpsonCreativeZone.

In the sub-categories, you'll find personal pages for hobbyist and professional crocheters, along with information on charity projects, guilds and organizations, and other crochet resources.

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Epson Web Site Offers Free Downloadable Templates and Tips From Craft Experts
for Easy, Convenient , At-Home Projects

LONG BEACH, Calif. IT HELPS
REDUCE STRESS, BUILDS KIDS' SELF-ESTEEM , LEARNING SKILLS, IS EMOTIONALLY
PLEASING AND MOST IMPORTANTLY -- FUN!

THE CRAFT AND HOBBY ASSOCIATION HAS DEDICATED THE MONTH OF MARCH TO
CELEBRATING ALL CRAFTING HAS TO OFFER.
So many people are finding ways to get creative with scrap booking supplies,
like the papers and embellishments and they're using them for wall art or
making cards.

If you're looking for crafters who sell their creations and offer online ordering, or e-stores that sell crochet supplies, then please visit the appropriate sub-category of Shopping.

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Founded in
1975, Epson America Inc.com

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Each project provides templates and
instructions that can be downloaded right onto your desktop , and most are
compatible with both Windows and Mac platforms.

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"The Epson CreativeZone gives busy people the chance to turn their ordinary
photos into something truly unique and keep those memories alive without
having to spend a lot of time. The company is also a leading supplier of value-added point-of-sale
(POS) printers and transaction terminals for the retail market.

TO FIND OUT WHAT'S HAPPENING IN YOUR AREA, CALL YOUR LOCAL CRAFT STORE OR
LOG ONTO CRAFTPLACE.

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"
The Epson CreativeZone includes over 120 projects, each with multiple
templates and options per project , and is continuously updated to include new
and original craft ideas. is the U.

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Rather than sticking them in a
run-of-the-mill photo album or in a shoebox, why not turn them into a
one-of-a-kind memento? The Epson CreativeZone (http://www. Epson
CreativeZone is a service mark of Epson America Inc. Third party brand or
product names are trademarks or registered trademarks of their respective
holders.

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com),
formerly the Print Lab Series, offers a wide variety of craft ideas to turn
individual photos into personalized keepsakes for you to enjoy or to share
with loved ones.

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EMMY-AWARD WINNING CRAFT EXPERTS SHARES HOTTEST CRAFTING TRENDS OF 2005

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Project
categories include: seasonal, patterned pages, greeting cards, home/party,
scrapbooking, school tools, baby themes, and more. Current seasonal projects
include colorful items to make for a Super Bowl party or Valentine's Day, as
well as unique original designs and scans to use for any type of printing
project with a wintertime theme .com.

EMMY-AWARD WINNING CRAFT EXPERT TERRI OUELLETTE:

"There is definitely a craft out there for everyone.

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For example, the Super Bowl Party projects (#118-120) feature several
scrapbook page layouts (#118); a choice of themed invitations and matching
envelopes (#119); and colorful photo mattes to print ahead of time upon which
to mount a 4"x 6" souvenir photo for everyone who attends the party (#120).

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Note: Epson is a registered trademark of Seiko Epson Corporation."

THROUGHOUT MARCH, CRAFT RETAILERS AROUND THE COUNTRY WILL OFFER SPECIAL
CLASSES , DEMONSTRATIONS, TIPS AND PROJECTS FOR CRAFTY CUSTOMERS.

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It includes hundreds of original designs (scans or drawings)
that can be used for anything from wrapping paper to greeting cards to simply
the background of anything printable, such as photo mattes, award backgrounds,
posters, newsletters , and is limited only by the consumer's imagination.

I'M DANIELLE ADDAIR.

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