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Melissa Vines
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  • Franklin, TN
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USDA certifying agent recommendations
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Melissa Vines Oct 25, 2010.

laser printer with affordable ink
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Melissa Rivera Jan 18, 2011.

date coding
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Started this discussion. Last reply by Heather Hamilton Jun 7, 2010.

 

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Laura Owens replied to the discussion 'Packaging Advice Please!'
"Try Sunburst Bottle Company in Sacramento or Specialty Bottle.  They're both reliable and have lots of choices.  I'd use plastic for baby products."
Feb 19, 2011
Ken Spector replied to the discussion 'Packaging Advice Please!'
"Hello:   I am a representative of a company that sells the first home compostable cosmetic jars and lip balm tubes. I posted the information here. The company is creating new wonderful eco-friendly packaging products as…"
Jan 19, 2011
Melissa Rivera replied to the discussion 'laser printer with affordable ink'
"I personally love Canon. I just have an inkjet that is 3-in-1 (fax, copier and printer). However I am also looking to invest in a canon color laser and I have always found that Canon inks are affordable. Good luck in your search. Melissa"
Jan 18, 2011
Melissa Vines replied to the discussion 'UPC codes'
"I've used Barcodes USA, they are quick and very affordable! Good luck! http://www.barcodes-usa.com/"
Nov 15, 2010
Melissa Vines replied to the discussion 'USDA certifying agent recommendations'
"Thank you Gay! That is some great advice! This is a learning experience for me so I'll take all the advice I can get!"
Oct 25, 2010
Gay Timmons replied to the discussion 'USDA certifying agent recommendations'
"There are State programs, "private non-profits" and "private for profit certifiers". You do want to make sure that the certifier you use will be around for the long haul and that you can afford the program after the cost-share…"
Oct 23, 2010
Melissa Vines replied to the discussion 'USDA certifying agent recommendations'
"Great article. Thanks for sharing it!"
Oct 22, 2010
Melissa Vines replied to the discussion 'USDA certifying agent recommendations'
"Thank you Naomi! I found out about a cost share program that has been in the US for 3 years now where you can get reimbursed 75% of your certifying fees up to $750. I talked to the agriculture department in my state and they even recommended a…"
Oct 22, 2010
Naomi Assaraf replied to the discussion 'USDA certifying agent recommendations'
Oct 20, 2010
Naomi Assaraf replied to the discussion 'USDA certifying agent recommendations'
"Not sure if this can help because I'm in canada, but USDA is certified here by EcoCert. There's the whole cosmetic certification (which in my opinion is a huge sham) that runs about $12000 and then there's USDA certification (whose…"
Oct 20, 2010
Melissa Vines posted a discussion

USDA certifying agent recommendations

Hi!  Has anyone gone through the process of getting certified and are you happy with the agency you chose?  According to the USDA's website it looks like there are 55 accredited certifying agencies in the U.S. so I'm a little overwhelmed.  I spoke…See More
Oct 18, 2010
Melissa Vines updated their profile
Aug 7, 2010
Melissa Vines replied to the discussion 'Short Run labels'
"Heather are you still happy with your labels? I'm ready to hand that duty over to somebody else and I thought about trying them. By the way your products and website look beautiful!"
Aug 3, 2010
Heather Hamilton replied to the discussion 'date coding'
"Hi Melissa, Congrats on the Whole Foods account! I came across your post because I'm trying to figure out a system for batch numbers and expiration dates. I have my labels printed by an outside vendor so I need to figure out how to put my…"
Jun 7, 2010
Brenda Sievers/OakCourtCreations replied to the discussion 'laser printer with affordable ink'
"We have a Konica Minolta Magicolor 1650 EN, and it was $239. It was purchased a few months ago to replace our old trusty Magicolor 5630DL - it was going strong after almost 5 years, but it was actually less expensive for us to buy a newer, faster,…"
Jun 1, 2010
AshleyAliko replied to the discussion 'laser printer with affordable ink'
"As a designer, I've had the opportunity to work with many large and small printers and printing apparatus. So far, out of ALL of the brands. Canon and Epson give best service, most reliable and offer inks that don't nickle and dime one to…"
May 28, 2010

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At 4:35pm on September 29, 2009, Nashonta M said…
Hello Melissa I love your website. I also live in Tennesse.Here are a couple of groups that can help you...Ladies Who Launch,SCORE,www.tsbdc.org..I have been to all of them.
At 3:17pm on September 24, 2009, IBN Member Joan Morais said…
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At 2:48pm on September 13, 2009, IBN Member Joan Morais said…
Answering about chamomile essential oil and it effects: I just read my Aromatherapy Today and chamomile essential oil was the featured essential oil. There is an exceptional article about a 16 month old girl and a rash all over her body and chamomile essential oil worked to clear the rash. It includes detailed information and photos after the product was applied containing chamomile essential oil. If you want information about where to get Aromatherapy Today, let me know.
At 12:42pm on September 12, 2009, IBN Member Joan Morais said…
I am glad you like the e-book on Making Natural Baby Care Products.
At 8:35pm on August 27, 2009, dM, CEO said…
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At 9:15pm on August 26, 2009, IBN Member Sherri Willson said…
Hi there !!!!

Lets see - there are a few things that need to be sorted out before I can answer you completely.

What size/shape/type labels would your project need?

Would you provide the labels or just the artwork?

If you need the labels too - then it will depend on if I have that particular size/shape/type in stock.. If I don't, I would have to make a special purchase. That will affect the pricing.

What kind of quantity are we looking at? How many different labels for how many different products. I am just trying to get a feel for how many sheets you will need printed, and how many of each size/shape/type will be needed.

I think that's it for now. I look forward to hearing back from you. You can also contact me directly at sherri@designerlabelgal.com
 
 
 

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