Archive for June, 2008

Superheroes, rev your engines!

Monday, June 30th, 2008

What happens at midnight on July 1?
No, no one turns into a pumpkin.
Rather, The Squidoo Superhero Project for charity comes to an end.
We'll spend the rest of the week pulling our hair out trying to decide our top 5 winners, the 5 most inspiring lenses that each get $500 donated to the charity of their [...]

Wall*E!

Friday, June 27th, 2008

If you love Disney or Pixar, you have to know what today is -- it's the opening day for the newest, sure to be a hit, Disney/Pixar movie Wall*E. And, you can't be nearly as excited as EverythingMouse about it!
This lens surfaced as one of the finalists in the recent 10 Day eBay [...]

The Monkees Merchandise on eBay

Friday, June 20th, 2008

Yesterday I introduced you to Bela's Boutique, a whipsmart eBay-Squidoo seller.
Today I'm gonna talk about someone who doesn't sell on eBay at all. Someone who was the other surprise winner of our 10 Day eBay Squidoo Challenge.
Huh? Isn't that like getting an Oscar for a film you had nothing to do with?
Nope. Here's the secret: [...]

Crazy Ramblings of an Obsessed Makeup Junkie

Thursday, June 19th, 2008

I want to introduce you to someone.
She's an eBay powerseller, a stay at home mom and a makeup junkie. She started Bela's Boutique about two years ago to sell high end cosmetics and skincare--for a steal. The success of her store has made it possible to stay home with her 4 year old daughter... yes, [...]

Calling all superheroes!

Tuesday, June 17th, 2008

Superheroes make you think of capes and blue tights? Think again.
Superheroes are inspirational. They change your mind, your actions and maybe even the world.
Squidoo wants to award the best superheroes around. Make 5 lenses on your personal, everyday superheroes and be in the running to win $500 for your favorite charity.
Clicky this to read more [...]

Goldfield Hotel - The History, Paranormal Investigation and Ghost Hunting

Monday, June 16th, 2008

There is really nothing I can say that will introduce this well written, feel-a-shiver-up-your-spine lens better than Amandaquerque's own intro:
"I would not call myself a ghost hunter. I am more an 'avid snooper of anything historical, old and abandoned'. If it is old, decrepit and untouched... I have to see it.
Don't get me wrong, seeking [...]

Kung Fu Panda Toys and Games

Friday, June 13th, 2008

Crouching tiger, hidden... panda?
Kung Fu Panda is all the rage this summer, and lensmaster Carrie (aka Rockycha) is rocking it.
Here's a really simple moneymaker tip, guys, so listen up.
Start with something you're interested in.
Make a page about it.
Add a little personality, humor, review and you-only content.
Pick out some worthwhile products on the topic to highlight.
Double [...]

Writing with Fire

Thursday, June 12th, 2008

"PYROGRAPHY literally means "Writing with Fire" and is the process of using a metal tipped stylus or pen that has been heated up and used to burn impressions into wood."
If a pyro is what it takes to create these amazing designs, lensmaster "Fledgling" has it down pat. The shop she runs with her husband [...]

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