HobbyNet Echomail Network
https://www.hobbynet.hobbyline.com
Information Sheet
Version 5 - Update 4/12/2021
by Mike Dippel <echomod@hobbyline.com>

What is it?
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HobbyNet is a small FTN echomail network set up by Mike Dippel 
to support Sysops who want to provide hobby-related topics to their users.

Delivery Methods
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We offer vModem(telnet) connections via NetSerial, BinkP and QWK connections. 
In the Application, you can specify which connection type you require.

How to Join
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Joining is as simple as completing an online form, and setting up the necessary message 
and file echos. You will then be sent an email with any necessary details, and we will 
begin sending you messages.


Message & File Areas
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Our current message network contains the following areas:

HNET_ACRYLIC_PAINTING
Acrylic/Watrecolor Painting on all mediums.
HNET_ANTIQUES
the world of antiques and collectibles
HNET_BASKETRY
the craft of basketry including, instructions. resources and non retail exhibitions.
HNET_BEADING
the craft of beading and beadwork jewelry and patterns.
HNET_CERAMICS
hobby ceramists, including tips, tutorials and artist exhibitions.
HNET_CRAFT_CUTTING_MACHINES
all things crafty with machines like the Cricut Maker and Silhouette Cameos.
HNET_CRAFTS
Craft projects such as sewing, paper crafts, mason jar crafts, homemade soaps, lotions and bath bombs.
HNET_CROCHET
how-to information, stitch guides, yarn recommendations, hook conversion charts, and free patterns.
HNET_CROSS_STITCH
anything cross stitch, including patterns and suppliers
HNET_DANCE
any style including Latin.Rhythym, square dancing, ballroom dancing.
HNET_DOLLMAKING
doll making instructions, advice, exhibitions and resources for the doll maker.
HNET_ENAMELING
the enameling technique, a craft involving the firing of glass onto metal.
HNET_FLOWERS
dried or pressed flowers and dried or pressed flower crafts.
HNET_GENEALOGY
the hobby that studies ancestry and descendancy.
HNET_GLASS
glass artists and crafters to offer information and to display their work.
HNET_HAM_RADIO
for amateur radio operators.
HNET_HOBBIES
any hobby not already listed including archery, biking, bowling, gardening, photography, etc.
HNET_JEWELRY
handmade recreational gems and jewelry, plus diamond buying guides and tips.
HNET_MODEL_HORSE
toy and model horse hobby collectibles.
HNET_MODELS
includes boats and ships, dollhouse miniatures, planes, railroad, rockets.
HNET_MUSIC
includes singing, and the art of making music.
HNET_OIL_PAINTING
Oil painting on all mediums.
HNET_RC
radio controlled hobbies including land, air, water.
HNET_STATS
daily statistics for HobbyNet traffic and conference activity.
HNET_TABLE_TENNIS
if you love ping pong.
HNET_PICKLEBALL
that great sport of pickleball
HNET_WOOD_CRAFT
handmade woodcrafts and creative woodworking.
HNET_WET_ON_WET_OIL_PAINTING
Bob Ross/Bill Alexander painting style.

Our current file network contains the following areas:

HNET_GENEALOGY
HNET_INFO
HNET_MUSIC

