Profile in Success:
Of Art and Revolution
The Lexington Arts and
Crafts Society
Lexington, Massachusetts is home to a revolutionary organi-
zation: the Lexington Arts and Crafts Society (LACS). Few
arts and crafts organizations are structured like LACS.
Composed of nine guilds, each with its own requirements,
workshops, and class offerings, LACS functions as a gather-
ing place for artists to exchange ideas and techniques.
by Audrey Borus
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OCTOBER 2007
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Features
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USINESS
Telling a New Story
Embracing the power of positive thinking.
by Bruce Baker
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Attracting and Keeping Outstanding Employees
We all prefer to work in a congenial environment, but can we
afford to keep workers happy?
by Patti Dowse
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HOTOGRAPHY
2007 Image Review
The first part of a two-part look at images submitted by
Crafts Report readers to columnist Steve Meltzer.
by Steve Meltzer
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B
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Booth Fees and What They Get You
The cost of doing craft shows.
by Patrice Lewis
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RAFTS
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ECHNOLOGY
Digital Asset Management for Craftspeople
Organize your logos, photos, letters and other business
necessities with these programs.
by Petra Jones
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62 Attracting & Keeping Outstanding Employees
80 Manage Digital Files Effectively
78 The Cost of Craft Shows
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