File Folders – Definitely not your run-of-the-mill boring, manila folders. These folders from Staples’ M Line are bright and cheery! They make you want to actually file something away.

Business Card Holder – I found this super cute business card holder on Etsy (from Cassylaintotes) I love the orange fabric and retro print!

Altered Clipboards – If you’re looking for something to write on, try these clipboards. I love this lime green leafy one and this coutoure one, which looks like it could have been holding some dressmaker’s sketches!

Skull & Crossbone Push Pins – I like bulletin boards – and these pins from Mostly Magnets [on Etsy] make hanging stuff on them even more fun!

White it is geared to moms,  anyone who attends will definitely learn a thing or two. There are free webinars all day long,  free gifts through email and special giveaways.

Click Here to register! Remember – it’s all FREE.

Sublime Stitching: Hundreds of Hip Embroidery Patterns and How To by Jenny Hart: Jenny is well-known in the craft world, and there’s a reason for it. Well, there’s a few reasons. She’s talented, business-savvy, and has a great style! If you think embroidery is for old ladies, think again. Jenny’s designs are totally cool. Your friends will love to get some holiday gifts embroidered with these designs. So get crackin’!

The Naughty Secretary Club: The Working Girl’s Guide to Handmade Jewelry by Jennifer Perkins: Again, this woman is well known in the craft world (hey.. she has had a couple TV shows…). If you’re the kind of person who likes cute, unique jewelry, this book is for you. If you want to wear diamonds and look like you’re a soap opera star, don’t buy it.

Collage Discovery Workshop – Beyond the Unexpected: New Techniques Using Color, Personal Imagery and Creative Surfaces by Claudine Hellmuth: Claudine has a great style – it’s whimsical and really, really cute! Learn how to use your photographs to make some adorable art.

Sharing Your Story: Recording Life’s Details with Mini Books by Ali Edwards: If you’re a scrapbooker, you may be familiar with the author’s monthly column in Creating Keepsakes Magazine. She is a self-described “life artist” – and I must say, I love that term! It doesn’t matter what your art or craft is, you will find inspiration with this woman’s creations. I gaurantee it!

Martha Stewart’s Cookies: The Very Best Treats to Bake and to Share by Martha Stewart: If you’re going to be doing a lot of reading (or crafting), you will need snacks. I suggest cookies. They’re easy to eat, they’re tasty, and, in my opinion, they’re fun to make!

• a) super cute
• b) inspirational
• c) can help you with your business
• d) that I think totally rock

So here’s our first “Friday Finds!” – and feel free to leave comments with your own “finds!”

Techy Stuff

Plantronics Headset – In a few days, I’ll be giving you the “Podcast 101″ info you need to start your own podcast. If you are interested in starting one, you’ll need a headset. You can grab this one from Amazon for under $30.

Flip Video Camcorder - If you’d rather create a video podcast or do some vlogging (video blogging), I recommend getting a cute little camcorder like this Flip model. I have one and I used it to create the video for the Ohio Crafty Road Trip. You can pick one up at Amazon for under $130. You can also pick up a little tri-pod for around $5 on ebay, if you want to tape yourself.

Books To Drool Over

The Complete Book of Retro Crafts: Collecting, Displaying & Making Crafts of the Past – I’ll be honest with you. I was browsing Amazon and this book caught my eye. I have not held it in my hands, nor have I looked inside of it. But the cover is cute, and the description says it will show you how to make 40 projects that I’m sure are just kitsch enough to be cool! And you can get it for under $11!

The Big Ass Book Of Crafts – This comes from Mark Montano, the designer from TLC’s While You Were Out. It is HUGE and it is filled with all kinds of projects – from creating art from those annoying subscription cards found in magazines to ideas for cute frames, an ultra-suede iPod case and more! You can pick it up at Amazon for under $14.

For The Caffeine Deprived

I love, love, love Kaladi Brothers Coffee. They are based in Alaska and I went to my local Kaladi’s practically everyday when I lived there. They roast many different blends, but I recommend the Kaladi Blend (I mean, it is their signature blend)!

Free Stuff!

Audacity – Going along with the podcast vibe, this is a audio editor / recorder / mixer. This is what I use to create my podcast! And remember – in a few days, I’ll be giving you those basics, so if you think you’re interested in starting one, definitely download Audacity!