At the beginning of November, the massive social network announced that brands, advertisers, and marketers that want to run contests or sweepstakes on its platform have to go through an approval process first.
Getting that approval could be a new revenue stream for Facebook: according to multiple sources in the marketing industry, they’re being told that running a promotion in a Facebook application or "fan page" requires buying ad space too.
It’s pricey. The minimum ad buy is $10,000 for 30 days, using Facebook’s self-service advertising system, according to documents seen by CNET, or $30,000 for 30 days of Facebook home page ads. Priority in the approval process will be scaled, based on how much advertising space has been purchased.Read the full article on CNET News here: Running a contest on Facebook? That’ll cost you
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My favorite is the Berry Bowl on the Leaf Tray http://www.designstyleguide.net/listingDetails.php?li=3450
I follow this artist on ETSY, and I just LOVE the pottery work!! <3>
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Katrina said... 20 What fun! I'm so excited to participate. Blogged here: http://www.katrinadreamerart.blogspot.com
I am in love with this shabby lamp.
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phrannie said... 89 and i just followed your twitter and retweeted the giveaway, here:
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Dresser, by Alfer Design
Purple/Yellow Heart Rocking Chair, by Hollis Woodworks
Speaking of furniture as beautiful as the last photograph, take a look at this rocking chair from Hollis Woodworks. Purple heart and yellow heart are both dense woods, sometimes difficult to work with, but with skill and patience they yield spectacular results, as you can see.
This rocker was inspired by the work of Sam Maloof. I'm certain the people at Hollis Woodworks will take it as a compliment when I say I understood that before reading it. It's not a Maloof rocker, but it has the same grace notes and the same feel to it. Sam Maloof was a genius of furniture design and most good furniture makers aspire to his level of expertise and art. I know I do, and I could learn some valuable lessons by studying this chair.
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I love this cedar post candle holder.
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