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10 Weird Christmas Finds on Pinterest

Cameron Simcik — Fri, 07 Dec 2012 15:37:15 +0000

With all the time we spend on Pinterest, it's no wonder we've come across so much quirky and awesome stuff. Half our holiday gift and decorating ideas come from the site alone! Want to check out Disney/Star Wars mash-up art or a cheeseburger dress? They've got you covered. Not surprisingly, the site also has a whole slew of questionable holiday products you can pin and repin, like a pickle ornament or a creepy spandex reindeer costume.

Pinterest Aids in Helping Police Nab Criminals

Amanda Ferris — Mon, 01 Oct 2012 22:13:05 +0000

Never underestimate the power of the internet or its users: it may sound crazy, but the social network Pinterest, aka the place where you can find a cute-sy cashmere sweater and a recipe for caramel fudge brownies, has helped local Pennsylvania police departments catch criminals.

Get Your Pinterest Fix On the Go With Mobile App

Lisa Bernier — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 14:45:20 +0000

Pinterest has decided taking over the internet is not enough and has finally gone completely mobile. This week, the social media site launched new apps for the iPad and Android platforms, and updated the already existing iPhone app. The happy result is that you can now tote around your virtual cork board in your pocket.

What You Should and Shouldn't Post on Pinterest

Britt Hayes — Sun, 03 Jun 2012 17:03:53 +0000

Since its introduction last year, Pinterest has been invading the internet as Tumblr for people who think Tumblr is too hard. You see an image you like and you “pin” it, so everyone can see what your interests are because they're too lazy to look at your Facebook. And who bothers talking anymore, right? Before you jump on that bandwagon, we've got a list of things you should — and shouldn't — post on Pinterest.

8 Surprising Facts About Pinterest You Really Need to Know

Kathy Landin — Thu, 24 May 2012 11:13:42 +0000

We all like to share our opinions and “likes” all over the internet, so the geniuses at Pinterest created a way for us to just clip, collect and post the things we see and love, and then share those seemingly interesting things with anyone who’s…well, interested. Seems simple, right? But do we really know all [...]

Who Spends More — Facebook Users or Pinterest Users?

Mike Adams — Sat, 12 May 2012 14:33:42 +0000

Which social media site do you think drives more consumers to make actual purchases, Pinterest or Facebook? Well, according to the London-based jewelry website, Boticca.com, Pinterest does hands down. Boticca, which was co-founded by former eBay and private executives, says they have conducted research involving 50,000 shoppers referred from Pinterest, compared to 50,000 shoppers referred [...]

How Do You Make Melted Crayon Art?

Dave Wheeler — Thu, 05 Apr 2012 18:09:05 +0000

Have you been following us on Pinterest? Honestly, it's one of the best websites on the web. You can come up with great meals, and great art ideas. My girlfriend and I tend to try out tons of different Pinterest ideas. We make new dinners, and last night we tried out this cool art idea. It involves crayons and it's pretty simple to make.

6 Things You Need to Know About Pinterest

Kathy Landin — Mon, 19 Mar 2012 23:15:17 +0000

Seems simple, right? Well, not really. There are a few things you need to know to make your Pinterest experience very pinteresting. (Sorry, couldn’t resist.)

Pinterest Unveils New Profile Pages

Eric Meier — Fri, 16 Mar 2012 15:29:11 +0000

Pinterest, the photo and idea sharing website has created new profile pages. The pages are a little cleaner, hoping to give a less cluttered look to the pinboards. There is a definite nod to Facebook’s timeline feature. Pinterest, popular for sharing food, recipe and style ideas is the most talked about social network of 2012 and is enjoying metioric [...]