Posted in Sewing, Shop Talk, Style, tagged blog, eco consciousness, etsy, interview, life like honey, seller, teaka on June 30, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
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Do you know Teaka?
If you don’t know her yet, you should certainly head over to her blog and take a peek around because she and I have a few things in common. She’s gearing up right now to open an Etsy shop for her beautifully designed clothing line {check out part 1 here, and part 2 here}, and to lead up to it she’s interviewing selected Etsy sellers on her blog. This week she interviewed me! Don’t miss out on reading : )
I’m so excited to see her shop!
xx.
Posted in My portfolio, Shop Talk, The Holidays, tagged discount, etsy, father's day, handmade, memorial day, sale, shop on May 26, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
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10% off from now until Monday!
Plus! Remember those ModCloth and Swap.com goodies that I said I’d give away to the first five sales? Be my next buyer and they’ll be yours! With Father’s Day coming up, wouldn’t a good bow tie or hankie {or a bow tie/hankie set} be a good investment? Just sayin’! Enter MEMORIAL10 at the check out for your discount.
Enjoy your Saturday!
xx.
Posted in Crafting, Our personal history, Shop Talk, Things I Love, tagged buyers, community, etsy, Laura Warecki, papertaxi, sellers on May 23, 2012 | 2 Comments »
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I am so in love with the Etsy community.
Moreover, I’m in love with the people that are a part of it. The sellers (+ buyers!) who join Etsy are generous, thoughtful, and creative people who take pleasure in helping others succeed. I’ve never sensed a competition among sellers. In fact, there’s a common bond that seems to unite us all even if we are sharing a target audience. Everyone on Etsy knows that with the help of others, and if they help others, we will all have a chance for success.
Many of my friends and acquaintances have helped me during my recent shop opening. Dory, Ben, Laura, and plenty of other people responded kindly when I asked for advice and input on my brand and products. I’m so thankful to know them all.
Laura, for example, went out of her way to make a personalized banner for my shop, but didn’t stop there. We checked the mail yesterday and she had sent me the original hand painted couple that mascots my page, tucked inside one of her beautiful handmade cards, and along side a vintage sewing book that she had originally purchased for herself, but thought I might like – just outstanding.
I’m so happy to be a part of this community and I’m finding that I’m finally excited to wake up every day and go to work.
xx.
Posted in Environmental Consciousness, Free Giveaways, Shop Talk, Social Consciousness, Style, Upcycling, tagged etsy, grand opening, shop on May 12, 2012 | 3 Comments »
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Scurry on over to my Etsy shop now!
The doors have just opened and you could get some very fun freebies if you’re one of the first five purchases! Plus, if you’re a fan on facebook and live in the U.S. or Canada you’ll get your shipping reimbursed – just tell me in the “message to seller”! I do also ship internationally, so don’t let that stop you if you live outside of the country!
All of my products are eco-friendly, using vintage and second-hand materials, or new organic ones. I have purchased all of my supplies as close to home as possible, and have supported other small local businesses while doing so. I’ll share more details about my supplies soon, just know that you can feel good about this purchase!
Don’t miss out!
xx.
Posted in Shop Talk, tagged banner, etsy, jeezejulia, listings, opening, papertaxi, shop on May 10, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
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I’m so bummed that it’s nearing the end of the day…
and my shop still isn’t ready to go. The first half of my day consisted of several long telephone conversations with internet technicians who were more than likely in another State, and I may have even shed a tear or two at the amount of frustration that had been building during said conversations. So although I’ve been trying my very darndest, the shop still won’t be open for another day. So I must thank you for your patience and understanding.
But! The lovely Laura of PaperTaxi was kind enough to design the above banner for my Etsy shop, and I thought I’d at least share that {and an outtake from my product photoshoot} with you today. Isn’t her work lovely? Most of the men’s listings for my shop are complete and ready to go live as soon as the ladies’ stuff is listed. So, with any luck I’ll be able to finally open my shop doors tomorrow.
Thank you everyone for being so patient!
xx.
Posted in Free Giveaways, My portfolio, Shop Talk, tagged bow tie, etsy, grand opening, packaging, peter pan collar, sale, shop on May 9, 2012 | 2 Comments »
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Countdown ’til shop reopening: 1 day!
I love offering freebies! So I’m happy to announce all of the cool stuff that you’ll get in your package if you decide to buy something from my shop. These first few items are the things that every purchase will come with, and if you continue to scroll down you’ll see what you could get for free if you are one of the first five sales after my shop reopens tomorrow! Every buyer can expect:
The discount is so when you come back again, you’ll be rewarded for continuing to support my shop. The snapshots are mostly photos that I’ve taken, but there are a couple of my family members in the ’30s, ’40s, and ’50s that might be included in your package! As for the music, I love sharing the songs that Ryan writes, so I’ll send a link to you if you support my shop, and you’ll be able to download a pretty little ukulele or a soft guitar song. I’ll be making an announcement here on the blog, on twitter, and on facebook the second my shop doors open, so keep your eyes peeled tomorrow for the shop reopening! Here’s what you’ll get if you’re one of the first five sales:
Plenty to look forward to, huh? What a happy little package these would make. I can’t wait to start sending them out. Less than 24 hours until I’ll be able to!
See you then!
xx.
Posted in Environmental Consciousness, Free Giveaways, My portfolio, New In My Shop This Week, Shop Talk, Style, Upcycling, tagged collar, etsy, peter pan on May 8, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
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Countdown ’til shop reopening: 2 days!
Yesterday I shared the products that I’ll have in stock for Misters, today I’ll be showing what I’ve got planned for the ladies! These items will all be available in my shop this Thursday! All purchases will come with some special extras {more details on what you’ll get when you buy from Jeeze, Julia! tomorrow} and the first five sales will get even more free stuff! So, keep an eye on the internet Thursday. I’ll make the announcement here on the blog, on facebook, and on twitter, when my “doors” are finally open so be ready! Here are my for-the-lady items:
Also, if you’re a facebook fan you’ll get free shipping! Just let me know in the “message to seller” when you purchase, and as long as the names match up, I’ll reimburse your shipping costs if you live in the U.S. or Canada. Check in tomorrow for more details, and be ready for the shop opening some time on Thursday!
I can’t wait!
xx.
Posted in Environmental Consciousness, My portfolio, New In My Shop This Week, Shop Talk, Style, Upcycling, tagged bow ties, etsy, for sale, shop on May 7, 2012 | 5 Comments »
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Countdown ’til shop reopening: 3 days!
Before I opened up shop, I wanted to share my products here for you to see! A little preview never hurt anyone, did it? Plus, it’s been forever since I’ve posted and I couldn’t stay away any longer. These are the things that I’ve been working super hard on lately, and I’ll be carrying in my shop for sirs! Ladies, I’ll share what I’ve got in store for you either tomorrow or Wednesday. Try not to get your knickers in a twist until then – ha!
The stock shelf in my studio space is full of accessories just waiting for new homes. As you know, if you’re in Portland, Maine, you can purchase some of my ties at Find or the Merchant Company, but I’ll have an even greater selection available in my Etsy shop on Thursday! I can’t wait to show you some of the beautiful vintage fabrics I’ve been working with!
See you for more details tomorrow 
xx.
Posted in Crafting, Environmental Consciousness, Our personal history, Shop Talk, tagged branding, eco, etsy, my, shop, story on April 3, 2012 | 2 Comments »
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On Saturday night, right before I went to bed, I shut down my shop.
It’s sort of a scary thing to do, when one is used to having an Etsy shop. I opened my little corner of the internet four years ago when I first graduated from college. I was a fresh face to the broad world, and I knew that no matter what I got out of life, I wanted part of it to be something that I had created for myself. However, in the years since opening, I have struggled for a unifying vision for my dream shop. I’ve made everything from sewn bags to paintings, and I’ve also sold vintage. Everything that I listed had a place in my heart, but thinking back on it I can’t believe how humble my beginnings were {not that I’m super successful now, just that I’ve honed a few of my skills since then}.
However, over the past year my inspiration has become more focused. I know my tastes better, and what I want to offer to the world. I’ve figured out what I enjoy making, and what others are interested in buying, and with all of this knowledge I aim to reopen shop in May with all of my Is dotted and my Ts crossed. I’m even going so deep as to study the details of my shop very carefully and work at pulling everything from my for-sale items to my packaging together. I’m offering freebies with each purchase that reflect my shop’s aesthetic, and I’m even soliciting help from a couple of my expert friends in the design and visual set up of the shop!
One thing that won’t change: my commitment to the environment. Nearly all of my paper products {business cards, packing materials} will be made from 100% recycled material. My fabrics are all either reclaimed or organic from WorthyGoodsTextile, and my threads for sewing and the baking twine I use for packaging, are biodegradable cotton. I also try to purchase things as locally as possible. I’ll go into more specific details just before the shop opens back up, but I couldn’t wait to share a little bit with you {-ahem- like the stamp above}!
I’m already excited for the re-opening!
xx.
Posted in Free Giveaways, tagged decor, etsy, free, giveaway, heart, home, pillow, shaped, shop on March 27, 2012 | Leave a Comment »
Quick post: I’m only 3 “likes” away from 100 right now on my facebook page! The 100th person to click the thumbs up will win a free heart pillow from my Etsy shop. Spread the word, or like me if you want to keep up with my Etsy shop happenings!
xx.
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