Ira Mency
I'm a published book author and freelance journalist. I write for ten different blogs on a regular basis and do full time Marketing for several clients in the Baltimore area. I love living greener, recycling vintage items into treasure, and creating assemblage art.
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Syracuse University: One week of research. Does that count?Interests
female, travel, art, eco-art, recycle, upcycle, leisure, festivals, fairs, writing, antiques, current events, pets, stories with meaning, green, independent writers, authors, producers, royal high society, and of course, Peter Jackson.Motto
Work hard, and you will achieve your dreams.Affiliations
Artist Site, Melmac Central, Ira Mency Designs, My Style Blog, My Graphics, Vintage SiteFavorites
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Etsy Recyclers Guild : 2 Years Recycled and Fundraising for FIre Victim in Ames IowaThe Etsy Recyclers Guild is a team on etsy, comprised of globally located group of crafters, artisans, and vintage sellers on Etsy who believe in selling eco friendly, upcycled, or recycled wares in their Etsy shops. -
Etsy Crafters Open Their Hearts - and Wallets for Fire Victim in Ames, IowaThis story proves kind acts do exist. A group of crafters on the Etsy site, who are recyclers from around the world are trying to make a difference in one man's life. -
Bookkeeping Software for Artists and Crafters: Tax Time Should Be Easy Now Thanks to HandmadeologyNever before has a bookkeeping software program been designed at such an affordable rate for handmade, artists, and crafters. It doesn't surpise me that Timothy Adams of Handmadeology has come up with this , since he's a metal artist himself. -
Big Fat Daddy's is Blogging: How the Social Networking Bug Bit This Baltimore Business OwnerAt 47, Wayne M. Schafer, a barbeque caterer has decided to turn in his old site for a blog to be more "personal level" with his customers. Hear why this works for him. -
Coping with Death and Loss of a Loved One : Six Things You Should KnowDealing with the loss of a loved one may be overwhelming at best, but it's the natural grieving process that will allow you to eventually come to terms with your loss. -
Handmadeology: The Timothy Adam Handmade RevolutionTimothy Adam's Handmadeology website (The Science of Handmade) is obtaining a huge following. Read how Timothy is changing the handmade community one helpful tip at a time. Shouldn't we nominate him for "Best 2010 Online Guru of the Year?" -
Atlas Personal Trainers of Baltimore Offers Free "Boot Camp" Workout Class to PublicLose weight and build muscle with a free boot camp class offered by Atlas Personal Trainers of the Parkville / Carney area in Baltimore. Working out in a gym may be easy compared to boot camp! -
Etsy Sellers Join to Raise Money to Help the Gulf During Oil Spill CrisisEtsy sellers are banding together in a collective shop to help raise money in response to the Oil Spill. Started by Kate Gabrielle, this movement is bound to continue picking up momentum. -
Please Pardon and Free the West Memphis Three , Then Maybe Justice Can PrevailMy opinions and thoughts on the West Memphis Three, and why I believe that justice has not been served. -
Eco Art Chronicles: Spotlight on 7th Grade Anna Boyar of Seattle Who is Leading Others to Think GreenLearn how a 7th grader is making green the new 'in color' in her school, community, and has become an entrepreneur with her parent's help. -
Etsy Recyclers Guild Team Growing by Leaps and BoundsEnvironmentally friendly Etsy crafters, vintage sellers, and go green entrepreneurs from around the globe have banded together to offer trash or discarded items in their shops which have been repurposed into functional items. -
Eco Art Chronicles : Reusable Sandwich Bags Changing the World One Lunch at a TimeOne Mom from Granby, Massachusetts has taken the plastic sandwich and snack bag environmental concern to a whole new level, providing a handmade solution and something your kids will treasure. -
Mike Esposito , Making Art from Trash, from the Gutters of Jersey to the Gallery 364 in Brooklyn New YorkMike Esposito is one of many growing eco-artists, whose emphasis on art reaches into love recycling, upcycling and reclaiming items. Read how Mike is doing his part to keep the world a greener place. -
Eco Art Chronicles: Spotlight on Lucid Dreamers from Eugene, OregonSpotlight on Lucid Dreamers, an Etsy shop which uses recycled items and discarded trash in their whimsical offerings. -
Etsy Recyclers Guild Team : This Group Has Been UpcycledArtists who sell on Etsy using recycled goods in their art, or vintage sellers may be qualified to join the Etsy Recyclers Guild Team. -
Going Green: How Much is Too Much - Artist Ira Mency's Mad Quest Against the World, One Trashy Tidbit at a TimeGoing Green: How Much is Too Much? One Artist's Mad Quest against the world.....one trashy tidbit at a time Using recycled packing materials, just another way to save. -
How to Fight Back when Your Words, Photos, Art, or Videos Are Stolen: Copyright Infringement & Plagiarism Strike AgainWhat To Do if Your Words, Art, or Ideas Have Been Stolen : Plagiarism and Copyright Infringement Strikes Again -- From Artists like Suzi Blu to Writers Like Me and You , No one is safe! Read what you can do about it! -
Meet Rusdi Badri - Singapore's Creative Recycler Makes Treasure Out of TrashRusdi Badri, 22, of Singapore has some very keen ideas on making art out of trash. -
Unleash Love : a HaikuTake time to love. -
88-Year-Old Baltimore Man with Dementia Recreating Art from 40 Years Ago: Son Says Art is Healing Therapy for Alzheimer'sMillions of people are suffering from Alzheimer's and dementia. Read how one 88-year-old man is making art, and why his son thinks it's healing to his condition. -
How to Grow Online Sales : Case Study on the Black Apple , Emily Martin Handmade Art Store on EtsyTips for growing your online store......a case study. For people who do any type of online selling, not just Etsy. -
WildflowersWilflowers, nature's gems. -
Funky Junque Chronicles 2009 Special Back-to-School Edition - Three Chicks VintageA look at Three Chicks Vintage, an Etsy shop that offers affordable savings and great back to school bargains! -
Unexpected GuestAn unexpected guess arrives at the door. Good thing I answered.
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Summerfest in Danforth Maine : Small Town, Big PrideSummerfest in Danforth, Maine is an annual event that takes place in lovely downtown Danforth. -
Consumer Spending: It's Time to Wake Up and Get a GripThe horrid truth is that everyone blames the banks and government for their frivolous spending habits. It's time consumers wake up and take responsibility for their own actions--if you couldn't afford it then, why buy it? -
Vintage Funky Junque Chronicles Pick O' the Summer:The Baby KittiesThis special summer edition of the Funky Junque Chronicles features a shop out of Saint Paul, Minnesota called THE BABY KITTIES. Why buy new when you can buy affordable vintage and do your part to keep the world GREEN? -
Go Green with Handmade Ornaments Made from Recycled Goods & Keep the Kids Busy for HOURS!A green way to use items discarded from the home to create a one of a kind ornament or car decoration that the kids can give to someone for any occasion! -
The Art of DoLoBo: from Shy Baltimore Guy to Award Winning ArtistBaltimore Native & Award Winning Artist DoLoBo talks about his rocky road to success and why you are never too old to give up on your dreams.
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Funky Junque Chronicles Pick O' the Month May 2009 CHRYSALIS E SHOP Go Green Vintage Finds at Affordable PricesFunky Junque Chronicles features the greenest shops who offer affordable vintage finds--buying vintage is a way to keep the earth GREENER and unwanted items out of the landfill.
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Russel Wright Exhibit at the San Francisco International AirportThis wonderful exhibit showcases Russel Wright's Modern Design work -particularly from 1930-1965! If you are traveling TO or FROM United via this airport be sure to arrive early to peruse the wonderful collection!
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Free Resources to Find Out What Your Antique or Collectible is Really Worth!Before you go and hock Grandma's precious hand-me-downs, why not utilize free resources to find out what the item is really worth?
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Meet the Green Earth Fairy: One Lady's Quest for a Zero-Waste WorldThe Green Earth Fairy sets out to educate and entertain kids and adults alike, and provides professional consulting services that teach greener living and sustainable techniques to protect our earth. -
Jamaica Vacation Travel on a Dime: Three Stage Budget Tips for the Penny PincherA little extra planning can save you tons of money on your next vacation to Jamaica; here's how. -
Budget Travel Guide to Bahamas: Three Key Areas to Budget Wisely and Keep Your Money in Your Pocket!Planning a trip can be easy, fun, and help save money in the long run. Here is a guide to free resources so you can find out what to do and where to go in your Bahamas trip! -
Penny King Chronicles #4 the Race to Morrow BayThe Penny King exists and I'm out to find him, and disprove the theory that he is a ficticious character.
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Earth Day Poem: Ode to the Earth from a Little Green MartianA poem written by a Little Green Martian and his opinion of our Earth.
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Funky Junque Chronicles #4 Featuring HAUTE COUNTRY VINTAGE: An Upscale Vintage Boutique!Bringing you the best in vintage shopping! This week, I'm featuring Haute Country Vintage, a shop on Etsy which has delightful clothing and accessories! -
Micro-Recycling for the Green Earth Guru: A Look at Bottled Water aka Controversial Juice of LifeWhat you should know about bottled water. Why it may not be the best solution for your drinking needs, your budget and for keeping the earth green. -
Managing Mommy Guilt for Working Moms: Quality Over QuantityMany moms who have busy schedules feel guilty over not spending enough time with their children, learn how you can overcome that.
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Favorite TV Moms: How I Can RelateA look at four tv Moms and why they are just like me, and maybe you!
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Ode to My GrandmotherTo Dolores Vecchio, with love. -
Penny King Chronicles #3, the Search Continues: From Pismo Beach to the Arnie DogThe Penny King, an elusive and rare character, one I believe not to be just a figment of Alex Gabor's imagination. This is my quest to find him, and the troubles I've gone thru thus far...
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Funky Junque Chronicles #3 Featuring TIGERLUXE - from Navy Wife to Treasure Trove, My Pick O' the Week for Vintage TreasuresAffordable vintage finds that are worth a look see, and easy on the wallet!
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10 Fun Craft Ideas to Do with Plastic Bottle Caps : Keep the Kids Busy for Hours and Do Good for the Green Earth!Plastic bottle caps are not recycled in many US facilities BUT can provide a slew of fun time craft projects for the whole family!
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Researching Ancestry: What You Should KnowResearching your own ancestry may surprise you. This is the story of how I met a relative who lived just a few minutes away, and I never knew of her.
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Why Alma Jones is More Than a Household Name in Maine; She is MY INSPIRATIONAt 89, Alma Jones is retiring from running her local food pantry, a job she took on twenty years ago. Read how she opened her heart, and spread goodness in her community. -
What Every Writer Should Know About Plagiarism, Censorship and Infringing Content : THREE WORD BUZZ KILLAs an author I seldom stop to think about the words I am writing, or if in some way, what I am reporting could unintentionally kill my career! -
Penny King Chronicles #2 from Hollywood Hills to Santa Barbara, the Search Continues...I'm on a 3000 mile road trip to find the elusive Penny King, in hopes that he does exist. -
Atlanta Reports Mega Million is $103 Million, What Would You Do with All that Money?Just what would you do with 103 million dollars? -
Funky Junque Chronicles #2 Pick O' the Week : Nod to Mod VintageAn upscale online boutique out of Denver, Colorado featuring designer vintage clothing and chic accessories at AFFORDABLE prices for any retro girl!
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The Penny King Chronicles, Issue #1: Who is the Penny King?I'm on a quest to track down the Penny King, as I believe he is real!
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Hello from Nowhere: Danforth, Maine Only a Memory of Yesteryear & Why You Break My Heart ..Some of the tiniest "podunk towns" are full of secrets of yesteryear. -
Why I Love Sam the Cuppy Cake Boy: Rare Kidney Condition Doesn't Dampen His SpiritsSo very uplifting is the story of Sam, whose rare kidney condition doesn't keep him from making others happy.
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Baltimore City Police Department Face $210 Million Dollar Lawsuit: Over Public Rectum Search: It's About TimeA Baltimore man is suing the Baltimore City Police department for $210 million dollars, and I hope he gets it. -
Jon Benét Ramsey: May Justice Finally Prevail as Colorado Police Reopen Case for JonBenet's KillerColorado Police to Reopen the JonBenet case. Finally, some good news. -
Funky Junque Chronicles Issue #1 : Vintage Pick O' the Week Crafty Ephemera by ShaneLilyRainBuying vintage helps keeps America green, and not to mention is widely appreciated by the DIY crafters out there! Check out this edition of Funky Junque Chronicles.
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Tips for Successful Writing: A Candid ApproachIn the writer's mind, anything is possible. -
Cloning Pets : a Little Too Sci-Fi for MeCloning may be the answer for some, but is this just a way to avoid the grieving process?
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Baltimore Ravens Football Fans Speak Out: Keep Ray Lewis No Matter What it TakesFind out how Baltimore's fans feel about possibly losing Veteran Raven Ray Lewis and why they expect Baltimore to keep him. -
Enduring Love: A Poem for Valentine's DayA poem of two hearts that beat as one. -
Poem for Black History Month: Tribute to Phillis Wheatley - PoetA poem that is tribute to Phillis Wheatley, Poet. -
Love: A Poem for Valentine's DayA poem for Valentine's Day -
Consult Other Mothers: They Are a Wealth of KnowledgeReaching out to another mom to help you figure things out proves to be a great resource. -
Rants and Raves from a Stepmom: Just Another Cinderella StoryTales from a Stepmom, how having stepchildren changed my life. -
Tips for the Working Mom: How to Balance Work and Life and Keep Your SanityI wish I could tell you that it is easy balancing kids, work, and life's duties in general. The truth is, it's not. -
Confessions of a Worried CatererIn a time where fast food sales are up, fairs and festivals are getting canceled. What about the caterers, or food vendors? Find out here as Baltimore based Big Fat Daddy's reveals the inside scoop. -
Keys to Success on Valentine's Day for Men and WomenRead these tips to improve your relationship before the big day! If you don't need them, I am sure you know someone who does!
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ETSY and Vintage Items: Something for EveryoneWhen one things of ETSY, they often think HANDMADE. ETSY is also the home to many vintage sellers, and great finds are waiting to be had. Buying and selling is easier than you think!