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 Discussion Groups and BBS's
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There are  discussion groups and BBS's available to you.  Some are from
the big commercial services, such as CompuServe and Delphi.  Others are more
of a mom-and-pop operation.  Both kinds can be wonderful sources of
information and software.


CompuServe
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Go hang out in the Crafts Forum.


The Crafts Board
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   The Crafts Board-
   Over 50 downloadable craft files, 30 different craft related forums, online
   experts like Gail Brown, online and downloadable craft magazines, Online
   Crafts Shopping Mall with 1000's of craft products(under construction
   opening in late March), Online Arts&Crafts Show database with over 2000
   listings Real time chat line, ANSI and Rip compatible and much more.

   BBS number (205)339-0722
   voice/fax (205)333-8045

   Internet connection coming soon!

   A service of Holland Communications


Delphi
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The Textile Arts Forum (Custom Forum 135) is for people interested in all the
textile arts, including needlework.  Live conferences. Database of shareware,
gifs and text files.  Contact the host, Susan Druding (drudings@delphi.com),
for more info.


Fibernet
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A BBS operated by Ron Parker.  Dial 218-583-4337 from a modem, at 8N1, 1200-
28800 bps.  From a January, 1993 message by Ron:
   You are asked to leave a message introducing yourself before I validate you
   for full downloading privs.  If you are unfamiliar with BBS use, send me a
   long SASE at Fibernet, Rt. 1 Box 153, Henning, MN 56551.  Fibernet is free
   by the way - except for your phone call...