1997 Year-end Index to Articles

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BOOK REVIEWS

Arts and the Internet, by V.A. Shiva, reviewed by Tom McKay, May, p. 54;
Getting to Know the Business of Crafts, by Lloyd Herman, Kathy Borrus and John Wilson, reviewed by Bernadette Finnerty, June, p. 48;
New Strategies for Pricing, by James Dillehay, reviewed by Bernadette Finnerty, June, p. 50;
How to Produce a Successful Crafts Show, by Kathryn Caputo, reviewed by Valerie A.M. Demetros, June, p. 51;
A Health Insurance Guide for Artists, by Lenore Janecek, reviewed by Bernadette Finnerty, August, p. 44;
The Maya Textile Tradition, edited by Margot Blum Shevill, reviewed by Noelle Backer, November, p. 55;
Tax Accounting for Small Business, by Joseph Gelb, reviewed by Lu Bauer, December, p. 46.

BUSINESS MANAGEMENT

business planning:
Who's the Boss?, Lu Bauer, April, p. 38;
Your Money: Keeping Accurate Records, Lu Bauer, Student Edition, p. 18;
How to Do Twice as Much in Half the Time, Tom McKay, June, p. 16;
Plan Ahead to Prevent Insurance Claims, Timothy R. Packman, August, p. 29;
Credit Card Processing, Paul Kimpel, December, p. 16;
Downsizing: Not Necessarily a Dirty Word, Barbara Marquand, December, p. 20;
Organizing Your Life in Craft, December, p. 37.

commissions:
Your Business: Securing Commissioned Work, Dr. Brian T. Jefferson, Student Edition, p. 6.

employees:
The Makings of a Happy Sales Staff, Grace Butland, March, p. 34.
Compensation for Today's Employees, Bill Pearson, October, p. 56.
Apprenctices and their Masters, Kara Laughlin, December, p. 10.

expenses:
Slash Insurance Costs ... Not Protection, Mark E. Battersby, August, p. 32;
Take Advantage of Tax Write-offs, December, p. 53.

pricing:
Your Business: Price Points to Profit, Paul Gerhards, Student Edition, p. 19.

start-up & expansion:
Need Start-Up Capital?, Paul Gerhards, Student Edition, p. 17;
Free Help for Entrepreneurs, Janice West, May, p. 22;
To Move or Not to Move, J. Tol Broome, Jr., November, p. 36;
Before You Start Your Small Business, Susan A. Maslow, November, p. 50.

COMPUTERS

business management:
New Online Database System Caters to Small Businesses, Noelle Backer, January, p. 18.

craft applications:
A Real-Life Expedition Through Virtual Craft, Noelle Backer, January, p. 16;
Tired of Wondering About the Web?, Dimitri Gerakaris, May, p. 12;
Cyberspace: Craftspeople and the Internet, Jim Joyner, Student Edition, p. 22;
Internet Access to IRS Publications, Lu Bauer, December, p. 30;
Your Own Web Site, Jim Joyner and Ranson Johnson, December, p. 52.

software reviews:
Adobe PhotoDeluxe, Tom McKay, May, p. 50;
PieceMaker, Tom McKay, June, p. 27;
Personal Finance Doesn't Get Easier, QuickBooks: Software Review, Tom McKay, December, p. 34.

CONFERENCES

Furniture Society:A New Beginning for Furniture Makers, Loy Martin, October, p. 48.
Quilting Conference:Preserving America's Quilting Heritage, May, p. 26.

CRAFT AS ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

'Empty Bowls' Filled by Helping Hands, Steve Meltzer, February, p. 24.

EDUCATION

A Clay Studio on Wheels, Noelle Backer, March, p. 32;
Crafts Education: A Grass Roots Effort, Noelle Backer, March, p. 96;
Are You Prepared for a Career in Art?, Rich Burke, Student Edition, p. 3.

FINANCE

Funding:
Grant Money: Where and How to Get It, Daniel Grant, January, p. 28;
Need Start-Up Capital?, Paul Gerhards, Student Edition, p. 17;
How to Get a "Yes" from Your Banker, J. Tol Broome, Jr., September, p. 34;
SBA's MicroLoan Program, Bernadette Finnerty, December, p. 35.

miscellaneous:
Who's the Boss?, Lu Bauer, April, p. 38;
Who's Who in Finance, Lu Bauer, November, p. 22;
Federal Identification Numbers, Lu Bauer, December, p. 25.

recordkeeping/taxes:
Year-end Tax Preparation Guide, Lu Bauer, January, p. 42;
Get It Together For Your Accountant, Lu Bauer, February, p. 58;
Tax-savings Tips for the Working Family, Lu Bauer, March, p. 38;
Your Money: Keeping Accurate Records, Lu Bauer, Student Edition, p. 18;
Tax Law Changes and Your Business, Lu Bauer, December, p. 48;
Update on Taxes for Family Employees, Lu Bauer, December, p. 49.

GALLERIES/COSIGNMENT

Working With Gallery Owners, Grace Butland, Student Edition, p. 8;
Gallery Consignment, Bernadette Finnerty, June, p. 12;
Market Round-Up, Amy Feinstein, July, p. 42;
Before You Consign Your Work -- Get It in Writing, December, p. 26.

GALLERY PROFILES

The Folk Tree Collection, Pasedena, Calif., Amy Feinstein, January, p. 44;
Cattin' Around, Washington, D.C., Amy Feinstein, January, p. 45;
Artsiphartsi, Tampa, Fla., Amy Feinstein, February, p. 44;
J. Fenton Gallery, Williamsburg, Va., Amy Feinstein, February, p. 45;
The Roland Gallery, Ketchum, Ind., Amy Feinstein, March, p. 46;
Vermont Artisan Designs, Brattleboro, Vt., Amy Feinstein, March, p. 47;
City Art Works, Atlanta, Ga., Amy Feinstein, April, p. 50;
Lane Sanson Home Eclectique, Richmond, Va., Amy Feinstein, April, p. 51;
Swanson Cralle Gallery, Louisville, Ky., Amy Feinstein, May, p. 46;
Uncommon Angles, Fort Worth, Texas, Amy Feinstein, May, p. 47;
Mesolini & Amici Glass Gallery, Seattle, Wash., Amy Feinstein, June, p. 46;
Tara-James Gallery, Pocatello, Ind., Amy Feinstein, June, p. 47;
Ariodante Contemporary Craft Gallery, New Orleans, La., Amy Feinstein, July, p. 55;
Susi's: A Gallery for Children, Cambridge, Mass., Amy Feinstein, July, p. 56;
American Folk, Asheville, N.C., Amy Feinstein, August, p. 42;
Objects, Scottsdale, Ariz., Amy Feinstein, August, p. 43;
My Daddy's Gallery, Owings Mills, Md., Amy Feinstein, September, p. 40;
Freed Gallery, Lincoln City, Oreg., Amy Feinstein, September, p. 41;
TriArt Gallery, Louisville, Ky., Amy Feinstein, October, p. 41;
Show of Hands, Inc., Denver, Colo., Amy Feinstein, October, p. 42;
Heart of the Home, New Hope, Pa., Amy Feinstein, November, p. 41;
The McMillan Gallery, Madison, Wis., Amy Feinstein, November, p. 42;
The Seekers Collection & Gallery, Cambria, Calif., Amy Feinstein, December, p. 42;
CornerHouse Gallery and Frame, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, Amy Feinstein, December, p. 43.

HEALTH/SAFETY/SECURITY/PERSONAL GROWTH

Helping Small Studios Survive, Grace Butland, March, p. 16;
Ask the Doctors, Bernadette Finnerty, September, p. 16;
Pregnancy and the Crafts Professional, Monona Rossol, September, p. 20;
How Safe Is Your Studio?, Dr. Brian T. Jefferson, September, p. 24;
Taking Care of the Air You Breathe, Dr. Shirley Conibear, September, p. 26;
Health & Safety Resource Guide for Craftspeople, Kirsten Schmidt, September, p. 30;
Packing Your Craft Show Cooler, December, p. 24;
Keep Up the Creativity, Barbara Marquand, December, p. 32;
Tips for Relaxation, Kirsten Schmidt, December, p. 88.

HISTORY

Will Hand Papermaking Survive?, Michael Durgin, October, p. 34;
Centuries of Walking on Art, Natalie Browne-Gutnik, October, p. 52.

INDUSTRY

Navigating the Interior Design Market, Janice West, February, p. 8;
Are Stereotypes Getting in the Way of Your Success?, Bernadette Finnerty, February, p. 12;
Artful Interiors, Lisa Englander, February, p. 16;
Collecting Decisions ... Made from the Heart, Noelle Backer, February, p. 34;
Closing the Generation Gap, Bernadette Finnerty, March, p. 12;
Two Artists Map Out The Town, Noelle Backer, March, p. 42;
Are Craft Shows Getting Out of Hand?, Loretta Radeschi, April, p. 24;
I'm an Artist, Not a Salesperson, Loretta Radeschi, May, p. 28;
Matching the Tool to the Task, Craig Nutt, May, p. 16;
Artists Experiment With New Tools, Steve Meltzer, May, p. 34;
Working With Gallery Owners, Grace Butland, Student Edition, p. 8;
Craft Resources, Student Edition, p. 24;
Gallery Consignment, Bernadette Finnerty, June, p. 12;
The Menswear Market, Grace Butland, July, p. 22;
Market Round-Up, Amy Feinstein, July, p. 42;
Before You Consign Your Work, Get It in Writing, December, p. 26.

INSURANCE

Need Information about Health Insurance? Help Is on the Way, Bernadette Finnerty, August, p. 10;
Insurance for the Studio Artist, Daniel Grant, August, p. 18;
Insurance Options, Bernadette Finnerty, August, p. 16;
Some Frequently Asked Questions (And Answers) About Getting Insurance, J. Tol Broome, Jr., August, p. 20;
Is Your Studio Insurance Adequate?, Dr. Brian T. Jefferson, August, p. 24;
Make Your Coverage Work for You, Grace Butland, August, p. 26;
Plan Ahead for Insurance Claims, Timothy R. Packman, August, p. 29;
Protect Your Business and Yourself, August, p. 30;
Slash Insurance Costs ... Not Protection, Mark E. Battersby, August, p. 32;
Insurance Resources for Craftspeople, Kirsten Schmidt, August, p. 49.

LAW

Consignment: Documentation Is the Key, Theresa M. Peeler, July, p. 34;
Estate Planning for Artists, Robert H. Louis, August, p. 34;
Go Ahead, Buy That Old Loft Building, Ira A. Kauderer, September, p. 52;
Before You Start Your Small Business ... Proper Planning is Key, Susan A. Maslow, November, p. 50;
Before You Consign Your Work -- Get It in Writing, December, p 26;
Answers to Questions About Copyright, Matthew G. Rosenberger, December, p. 34.

MARKETING/SALES

What Can Interior Designers Do For You?, Dr. Brian T. Jefferson, February, p. 36;
From the Hand to the Body, Paula Chaffee Scardamalia, July, p. 42;
Crafts and Catalogs ... Are They Compatible?, Alan J. Zell, November, p. 16;
Catalog Sales: Can You Keep Up With Demand?, Noelle Backer, November, p. 18;
Your Secret Weapon: The Artist's Statement, Ivan Barnett, November, p. 24;
Your Marketing Plan: Use It or Lose It, Grace Butland, November, p. 26;
United We Stand, Divided We Fall, Patti Dowse, November, p. 30;
Strategies for Selling, James Dillehay, December, p. 47.

publicity/promotion:
Work Smarter, Not Harder, Bernadette Finnerty, February, p. 96;
Getting The Word Out, Bonnie Boots, March, p. 24;
What's So Special About Your Show Special?, Marilyn Yung, April, p. 20.

NEWS

Beadmaking Courses Offered to Economically Disadvantaged Women, Noelle Backer, January, p. 7;
Monroe takes the Helm at the ACC, January, p. 10;
Trends in Color, January, p. 12;
Exhibition Features California's Outstanding Artists, Architects and Designers, January, p. 14;
New "Entrepreneurial" Partnership Combines Craft and Business Training, Noelle Backer, February, p. 4;
'Empty Bowls' Filled by Helping Hands, Steve Meltzer, February, p. 24;
Colors Warm Up in the Home, February, p. 56;
Renwick Hosts Craft Education Festival, March, p. 6;
September 1997 Is A Month For CERF, March, p. 7;
Boston Revisits Arts & Crafts Movement, Kimberly Hamb, March, p. 9;
Guild Promotes Handweavers' Craft, March, p. 31;
Tribute Honors Beatrice Wood at Age 104, April, p. 96;
Studio Warehouse Fails, Artists Unpaid, Bernadette Finnerty, May, p. 7;
More Advice From Seasoned Jurors, May, p. 8;
Renwick Gallery Marks a Milestone, May, p. 9;
Crafts Photographer Stars in Letterman "Action" Film, Noelle Backer, August, p. 8;
Craft Mall Company Hits Show Circuit, Noelle Backer, August, p. 40;
Toll-Free Hotline For Artists, Noelle Backer, August, p. 88;
ACC Show Grows in Scope, Not Size, Loretta Radeschi, September, p. 7;
Exhibition of Native American Quilts Premieres at Smithsonian, September, p. 10;
Merit Award Program Assists Emerging Craft Artists, September, p. 49;
The First State's First Art College Opens, Kirsten Schmidt, September, p. 51;
Bosnian Refugees Craft a New Life, Noelle Backer, September, p. 88;
ACC Pulls the Plug on Columbus, Joins Chicago Gift Market for 1998, Bernadette Finnerty, October, p. 8;
ABC - TV Ads Anger Crafts Advocates, Kirsten Schmidt, October, p. 88;
Organizations Team up to Promote Vermont Craft Artisans, Kirsten Schmidt, December, p. 6.

PHOTOGRAPHY

by Steve Meltzer

Avoiding the Pitfalls of Corner-Cutting, January, p. 30;
Comparatively Speaking, February, p. 28;
And Now ... For Your Viewing Pleasure, March, p. 52;
If You're Not Out, You're In, April, p. 36;
Picturing the Future with Digital Cameras, May, p. 52;
Photographing Your Work: The Picture- Perfect Career, Student Edition, p. 20;
Timing is Everything, June, p. 36;
Using Models in Craft Photography, July, p. 32;
Shooting Your Work in Real-Life Settings, August, p. 36;
Backgrounds Make Jury Slides Work, September, p. 36;
Recreating the Past in Pictures, October, p. 36;
Caring for Your Camera, November, p. 32;
12 Tips for Better Photos, December, p. 38.

POINT OF VIEW/PERSPECTIVE

I Could Write a Book, Loretta Radeschi, March, p. 20;
On The Road Again, Noelle Backer, April, p. 12;
The Jury System ... Time for a Change?, Steve Meltzer, April, p. 7;
I'm an Artist, Not a Salesperson, Loretta Radeschi, May, p. 28;
Old Friends Revisited, Duffy Franco, May, p. 88;
Finding My Life in Crafts, Ivan Barnett, Student Edition, p. 4;
Would You Take a Road Trip Without a Map?, Carol Sedestrom Ross, Student Edition, p. 5;
Working With Gallery Owners, Grace Butland, Student Edition, p. 8;
Working Through Creative Blocks, Barbara Marquand, Student Edition, p. 12;
Would I Do It Again?, Carolyn A. Hecker, June, p. 88;
Success Is In The Bag, Patti Dowse, July, p. 30;
How Much Should He Charge For His "Beautiful-Interesting-What-Is-Its?," John A. Styer, August, p. 56.

PRODUCT REVIEWS

HandEze Therapeutic Support Gloves, Tonya Caudle, September, p. 12.

PROFILES

Steve and Lynn Sader: Husband and Wife Find Common Ground in Craft, Bernadette Finnerty, January, p. 20;
Doris McGillan: Creating Expressions of Culture, Noelle Backer, January, p. 24;
Sylvie Landsdowne: Show in my Home ... Am I Nuts?, Bernadette Finnerty, January, p. 46;
Christopher Thomson: Inspiration From Within, Noelle Backer, February, p. 20;
Linda Kaye-Moses: Crafts Education: A Grass Roots Effort, Noelle Backer, March, p. 96;
Lee Marshall: Handcrafted Technology for Metal Artists, Linda Kaye-Moses, May, p. 36;
Creative Evolution, Kate Bishop Draws Creativity From All Aspects of Her Life, Bernadette Finnerty, July, p. 12;
Handmade and Toddler Tested, Deb Kardane Makes Whimiscal Wearables for Kids, Noelle Backer, July, p. 16;
Gillian Smith: Discovering New Worlds, Bernadette Finnerty, July, p. 18;
Johannes Michelsen: A Man of Many Hats, Noelle Backer, July, p. 20;
Sculpture You Can Wear, Noelle Backer, July, p. 24;
"Dressing the Goddess," The Convergence of His Varied Skills Makes Carter Smith's Clothing Stand Apart, Bernadette Finnerty, July, p. 28;
Hystercine Rankin: Blankets Made of Memories, Kirsten Schmidt, October, p. 12;
Francis Whitaker: Master Blacksmith, Kirsten Schmidt, October, p. 16;
Gladys LeBlanc Clark: Weaving Cajun Tradition, Noelle Backer, October, p. 20;
Ramón José López Explores His Faith, Artistically, Bernadette Finnerty, October, p. 22;
Joe Puleo: Woodcarver, Loretta Radeschi, October, p. 24;
Russell Afflerbach: Blacksmith, Loretta Radeschi, October, p. 28;
Thurman Scheumack: A Sweeping Success, Bernadette Finnerty, October, p. 30;
Bruce Sexauer: Building Guitars, One Note at a Time, Bernadette Finnerty, October, p. 32;
Kathi Stingle: Drawing On History, Loretta Radeschi, November, p. 46;
Richard Bresnahan: Stoneware Artisan, Jean Paschke, November, p. 52.

PUBLIC OPINION

Do You Expect President Clinton's Re-Election to Affect Your Business and the Crafts Field?, January, p. 4;
Have You Ever Worked with an Interior Designer? What Do You Like About it? What Do You Not Like?, February, p. 3;
How Do You Educate The Public?, March, p. 3;
You Heard WHAT at a Craft Show?, April, p. 4;
Does Technology Have a Place in the Craft World?, May, p. 3;
What Do You Do During Down Time?, June, p. 3;
What's the Worst Comment You've Heard About Your Work?, July, p. 3;
Do You Have Health Insurance?, August, p. 4;
How Have You Resolved Safety Issues in Your Studio/Business?, September, p. 4;
How Has the UPS Strike Affected Your Business?, October, p. 4;
What Unique Marketing Strategies Have You Developed for Your Business?, November, p. 3;
What are Your Biggest Concerns About Making a Living as a Craftsperson in Today's Marketplace?, December, p. 8.

RETAIL/RETAILER

basics:
Who and Where Are Your Customers?, Grace Butland, January, p. 32;
Breaking Through The Profit Ceiling, Grace Butland, February, p. 40;
The Best of Both Worlds, Grace Butland, April, p. 54;
Free Help for Entrepreneurs, Janice West, May, p. 22;
Retailing Facts of Life, Bill Pearson, May, p. 48;
Dealing With Crunches and Lulls, Patti Dowse, June, p. 28;
Is It a Dream or a Goal?, Grace Butland, June, p. 32;
Recover the Lost Art of Retail Selling, Bill Pearson, June, p. 38;
Who Has Time for a Vacation?, Grace Butland, June, p. 40;
Don't Blame It on the Weather, Bill Pearson, July, p. 36;
Getting Publicity on Television, Janice West, July, p. 38;
Opening A New Retail Store, Bill Pearson, August, p. 38;
Redefining Customer Service, Bill Pearson, September, p. 38;
The Business of Being Green, Patti Dowse, October, p. 38;
Compensation for Today's Employees, Bill Pearson, October, p. 56;
Your Marketing Plan: Use It or Lose It, Grace Butland, November, p. 26;
United We Stand, Divided We Fall, Patti Dowse, November, p. 30;
Bigger Is Not Always Better, Bill Pearson, November, p. 34;
To Move or Not to Move, J. Tol Broome, Jr., November, p. 36;
Ten Basic Strategies for Successful Craft Selling, James Dillehay, December, p. 47.

computers:
Technology Works, Why Not Use It?, Bill Pearson, January, p. 34;
Tired of Wondering about the Web?, Dimitri Gerakaris, May, p. 12.

inventory:
Inventory Management For Fun And Profit, Bill Pearson, February, p. 38;
'Editing' Keeps Your Inventory Fresh, Bill Pearson, April, p. 34;
Excess Inventory, December, p. 53.

miscellaneous:
Explore the Power of Packaging, Marilyn Yung, May, p. 40;
Minimize Your Losses from Bad Checks, Tom McKay, December, p. 14;
Credit Card Processing, Paul Kimpel, December, p. 16;
'Tis The Season for Preparation, Bill Pearson, December, p. 28.

RESOURCES

Insurance Resources for Craftspeople, Kirsten Schmidt, August, p. 49;
Health & Safety Resource Guide for Craftspeople, Kirsten Schmidt, September, p. 30;
Tips for Buying an RV, Kirsten Schmidt, December, p. 50.

SHOWS & FAIRS

juries:
The Jury Is In, Noelle Backer, April, p. 16;
The Jury System ... Time for a Change?, Steve Meltzer, April, p. 7;
More Advice From Seasoned Jurors, May, p. 8;
Beauty is in the Eye of the Juror, December, p. 31.

miscellaneous:
Record Attendance at the 14th Inland Craft Warnings Show, Suzanne Pate, January, p. 50;
ACC Mentoring Project Announced, March, p. 58;
Are Craft Shows Getting Out Of Hand?, Loretta Radeschi, April, p. 24;
GLM Takes Over Chicago Gift Show, April, p. 46;
Kentucky Craft Market Grows, May, p. 39;
The Application Process, Loretta Radeschi, June, p. 22;
Craft Mall Company Hits Show Circuit, Noelle Backer, August, p. 40;
ACC Show Grows in Scope, Not Size, Loretta Radeschi, September, p. 7;
ACC Pulls the Plug on Columbus, Joins Chicago Gift Market for 1998, Bernadette Finnerty, October, p. 8.

booth design/lighting:
In Search of the Perfect Booth, Bernadette Finnerty, April, p. 28;
What Hues Are Best for Your Booth?, Valerie A.M. Demetros, April, p. 57.

SHOW REVIEWS

Sedona Arts Festival, Sedona, Ariz., Susan Zalkind, January, p. 52;
Washington Craft Show, Washington, D.C., Bernadette Finnerty, January, p. 54;
Fine Furnishings--Providence '96, Noelle Backer, January, p. 56;
Santa Monica Contemporary Craft Market, Santa Monica, Calif., January, p. 60;
ACC Tampa Craft Fair, Bonnie Boots, March, p. 50;
ACC Craft Fair, Charolette, N.C., Marilyn Nason, March, p. 54;
Celebrating Women In Craft, Fort Mason, Calif., Barbara Marquand, March, p. 56;
Designer Crafts on Lexington Avenue, New York, N.Y., Loretta Radeschi, March, p. 59;
OASIS Gift Show, Phoenix, Ariz., Valerie A.M. Demetros, April, p. 42;
Chicago Gift Show, Marilyn Nason, April, p. 52;
Beckman's Handcrafted Gift Shows, Chicago, Ill., Marilyn Nason, April, p. 53;
Furniture Shows Gain Momentum, Philadelphia Furniture Show and ICFF (N.Y.), Noelle Backer, August, p. 54;
Port Clinton Show Gets High Marks, Highland Park, Ill., Natalie Browne-Gutnik, November, p. 12.

TRAVELING TO SHOWS

On the Road Again, Noelle Backer, April, p. 12;
Pack your Craft Show Cooler, December, p. 24;
Tips for Buying an RV, Kirsten Schmidt, December, p. 50.

TRENDS

Colors Warm Up in the Home, February, p. 56;
The Sweet Smell of Success, Valerie A.M. Demetros, April, p. 56;
What Hues Are Best for your Booth?, Valerie A.M. Demetros, April, p. 57.

TRUNK SHOWS

Sylvie Landsdowne: Show in my Home ... Am I Nuts?, Bernadette Finnerty, January, p. 46.

VIDEO REVIEWS

Loading a Kiln for Best Results, Kathryn Narrow, November, p. 88.