It's okay. I know you're all thinking, "Becky, why are you posting about Christmas? It's time for Halloween candy and fall decor!" Some of you that know me better are also probably thinking, "Becky, I thought you were totally against Christmas before Thanksgiving?!" While both of these statements are true and 100% accurate, I also … Continue reading How to Stay Sane while Making Your Own Christmas Cards
Waiting out Joaquin
Just in case you haven't heard, the East Coast is being pummeled by rain associated with Hurricane Joaquin. Gopher wood is in high demand and grocery stores are low on bread and water. Joking aside, many on this side of the country are smartly playing it safe and staying home to avoid flooded roads and torrential … Continue reading Waiting out Joaquin
Creative Business Dictionary: Fear
As a journalism major in college, I developed a strong affinity for words. They are deep, complex, and have the ability to convey multiple messages. Now, as a creative small business owner, many words have taken on new meanings, and I am constantly catching myself seeing the world from a different angle. Each week, we look … Continue reading Creative Business Dictionary: Fear
How to Deal with Product Errors
Being a perfectionist in the crafting industry is dangerous. I consider it a blessing because it means that I care about the quality of the work I produce, but it can also be painful when I have moments that remind me I'm human. Which are much more frequent than I typically care to admit! There will … Continue reading How to Deal with Product Errors
Changing Fall Colors
When the temperatures drop and the breeze picks up, it's hard not to jump on the fall bandwagon. As someone who loves the outdoors and natural decor, it truly is like a breath of fresh air! The outdoors are bearable again and there are so many beautiful ways to create a cozy home that embraces … Continue reading Changing Fall Colors
Creative Business Dictionary: Passion
As a journalism major in college, I developed a strong affinity for words. They are deep, complex, and have the ability to convey multiple messages. Now, as a creative small business owner, many words have taken on new meanings, and I am constantly catching myself seeing the world from a different angle. Each week, we look … Continue reading Creative Business Dictionary: Passion
Why I Took Beginner Knitting
I admit it. I signed up for Beginner Knitting and already "knew" how to knit. (Never fear - this was disclosed to the instructor!) So, why on earth would I take a basic class in a skill I already knew? 1| I know my weaknesses. Yes, I had a working knowledge of the fundamentals, but … Continue reading Why I Took Beginner Knitting
Creative Business Dictionary: Determination
As a journalism major in college, I developed a strong affinity for words. They are deep, complex, and have the ability to convey multiple messages. Now, as a creative small business owner, many words have taken on new meanings, and I am constantly catching myself seeing the world from a different angle. Each week, we look … Continue reading Creative Business Dictionary: Determination
Creative Business Dictionary: Creative
We are starting something new at Nothing Past Nine, and we're calling it the Creative Business Dictionary! Look for more of these fun new posts each Thursday! As a journalism major in college, I developed a strong affinity for words. They are deep, complex, and have the ability to convey multiple messages. Now, as a creative … Continue reading Creative Business Dictionary: Creative
Building a Brand
When I started my own business and opened Nothing Past Nine, I was confident that my education, knowledge and determination would make the business side of the equation easy! All I would have to worry about was creating products and taking pretty pictures of them! HA! If only it were that simple. Building a functioning … Continue reading Building a Brand
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