You haven't heard from me in quite some, sorry! My goals, my business and this blog have taken many turns over the last few years, but I am excited about some recent developments and hope to start a shift that will make a big difference in my life. As my husband and I slowly inch our … Continue reading Welcome to Entrepreneurship!
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Hobbyist vs Entrepreneur
If you haven't noticed, I love words and digging into their meanings. My husband would probably say I just overthink everything. Can't really argue that point either...but I digress. Names. Titles. Positions. To some people they are just words, but as I started this business, built up my Etsy shop and made my first few … Continue reading Hobbyist vs Entrepreneur
Creative Business Dictionary: Friend
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: Friend
What I’m Reading
Some people chuckle at the fact that my library card was one of the first things that made me feel like Charlotte was home, but I have devoured books as long as I can remember. Even when it meant Mom had to read "just one more chapter" before I would consider sleeping! I am a huge … Continue reading What I’m Reading
Creative Business Dictionary: Courage
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: Courage
How to Stay Sane while Making Your Own Christmas Cards
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
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
Happy Places
So I have a few places in the world that I call my "Happy Places." Home would be the top of that list, and I include my parents' house and my future in-laws' house in that as well. After all, home IS where the heart is! Any and all Joann Fabrics stores are on the list as … Continue reading Happy Places
Nothing Past Nine 