tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-81080742279153963132024-03-11T23:51:13.203-05:00Everyday InspiredA daily dialog of inspirations, motivation, and renewal for your business and life.Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.comBlogger1506125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-81670297393287261662015-01-14T06:00:00.000-06:002019-06-03T18:09:17.774-05:00Thank You & Goodbye<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I have really enjoyed blogging and posting on Everyday Inspired, but the time has come for me to move on and grow my business in new ways.<br />
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<b>Everyday Inspired has been my baby for 5 years and I have posted over 1500 posts. </b>I've enjoyed sharing new ideas, ways to be inspired, and things that have been happening in my business. This blog was my job for many years.<br />
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I have recently struggled with blogging as you well know, by the lack of posts lately. It can be time consuming and coming up with content that was useful and helpful was challenging.<br />
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<span style="font-family: "courier new" , "courier" , monospace; font-size: x-large;">So with tears in my eyes this will be my last post on Everyday Inspired.</span><br />
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<b>I have enjoyed sharing with each and everyone of you, reading all your blogs, and getting to know everyone in the blogging community</b>. <b>All of you are why I posted for so many years.</b><br />
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It's not a forever goodbye, I will visit your blogs from time to time and see you on social media. <b>I will also keep Everyday Inspired live, so if you ever need any motivation or inspirations you can stop by and read your favorite post.</b><br />
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<b>This year I'm on a mission to grow my jewelry design business. </b>I am creating two new lines of jewelry, and I am going to spend a lot more time on the wholesale side of my business. I am also really excited about a new project partnering up with a local artist to start a mastermind program in the Chicago area.<br />
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<b>I have already taken the first step in expanding my business by setting up a brand new website. </b>Check it out and tell me what you think.<br />
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<b>I am showcasing all three of my collections and a blog that I will post to once a week. </b>So if you would like to keep up with what is happening with me and my business I hope that you will bookmark it and follow along. <b>You can check out the blog at:</b><br />
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<b>If you would prefer monthly updates, and special offers to my shop, you can sign up for my newsletter at:</b><br />
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<b>I hope you decide to stay in touch.</b> Feel free to <a href="mailto:additionsstyleblog@gmail.com" target="_blank">email me</a> anytime with question, ideas, or just to say HI!<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">I can't thank you enough for following along all these years, and for your comments on Everyday Inspired. I will miss you all, and I wish you much success in your business and life.</span></b><br />
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PS. You ca also still visit my Etsy shop at <a href="http://additionsstyle.etsy.com/">additionsstyle.etsy.com</a>
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<br />Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.com14tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-28237620939757143192015-01-01T06:00:00.000-06:002019-06-03T18:09:45.404-05:00I Wish You...<br />
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<br />Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-73713714177927892472014-12-25T06:00:00.000-06:002019-06-03T18:10:19.845-05:00For You and Your Family<br />
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<br />Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-17151767382508908632014-12-24T06:00:00.000-06:002014-12-24T06:00:02.588-06:00Peace & Joy<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<br />Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-46726563401228870202014-12-08T06:00:00.000-06:002014-12-08T06:00:03.372-06:00Open Your Mind<br />
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Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-84626603681638310272014-11-25T06:00:00.000-06:002014-11-25T06:00:11.093-06:00Holiday Decor Gift GuideFor the next few weeks I will share a few of my favorite things for the holidays. I hope you find a little something to inspire you this holiday season.<br />
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1. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/165767210/christmas-decor-noel-letters-mantle?ref=favs_view_8" target="_blank">Noel Mantle letter by TheLetteredLane</a></div>
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2. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/168737182/shimmering-christmas-set-of-3-mason-jars?ref=favs_view_2" target="_blank">Mason Jar Table Decor by PineknobsAndCrickets</a></div>
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3. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/203994880/grapevine-christmas-wreath-grapevine?ref=favs_view_6" target="_blank">Grapevine Wreath by WoodAndBurlap</a></div>
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4. <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/169831438/snowflake-art-christmas-decor-wood-art?ref=favs_view_3" target="_blank">Snowflake Wood Art Print by MooseberryPaperCo</a></div>
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<br />Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-29564590913186506852014-11-11T06:00:00.000-06:002014-11-11T06:00:08.718-06:00That One WordI have done many shows over the last couple of years and they are an important part of my business plan. The shows I have done have been all over the Chicagoland area and a few in my hometown of Minneapolis, MN.<br />
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<b>I love doing show!</b> I love the opportunity to interact with customers, see what pieces are popular and what pieces don't work out. <b>The last couple of years doing shows has really helped me define my target market.</b> This information as been invaluable.<br />
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There are always things about doing shows that make me a little nuts, the people who want to have a conversation with their friends in front of my display making it difficult for the people who want to shop, and the people who want to chat your ear off about nothing in particular.<br />
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I have realized that one word has been used to describe <a href="http://additionsstyle.etsy.com/" target="_blank">my collection</a> more than any other word, and that word is <b>CLEVER</b>. My sister and I counted how many times we heard that word at one show and it was over 40 before we lost track and stopped tracking.<br />
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<b>For a long time that word made me crazy, of all the words you could choose, why clever?</b> Well this year after a 2 day show and who know how many times we heard the word clever, my sister finally shed some light on what she thought that words means in relationship to my<a href="http://additionsstyle.etsy.com/" target="_blank"> jewelry collection</a>. <b>People are always surprised that the collection is created with recycled hardware, and clever is their way of sharing their surprise and delight for something they did not expect.</b><br />
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<b>The word is growing on me.</b> It makes people stop and look at <a href="http://additionsstyle.etsy.com/" target="_blank">my collection</a> and in most cases buy something. It has also made me realize I am going to have to make some changes in the Additions collection marketing materials.<br />
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<b>So in 2015 I am going to rebrand <a href="http://additionsstyle.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Additions</a> so it focuses more on my target market.</b> But rest assured, even though the word clever is used often to describe my collection I will not be using it in my branding :)<br />
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Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-72403560070857998662014-10-27T06:00:00.000-05:002014-10-27T06:00:02.159-05:00My New Booth Design<b>This month has been flying by, I can't believe November will be here this weekend.</b><br />
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<b>Last weekend I got my show season off to a great start.</b> I had a booth at a fashion show fund raising event, and it was a huge success. It was my perfect target market and everyone was there to shop.<br />
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<b>I tried out some new display pieces, and they worked out great.</b> I've needed a new idea for a long time and I am so glad this idea worked.<br />
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In my old booth it was very challenging to take jewelry down and put it back up when we had a crowd of people at the table, now it is much easier for me and the customers.<br />
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As much as I loved my old display it was really challenging.<br />
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My new display includes the new flat boards, pipe display pieces, and it really emphasizes the industrial hardware theme.<br />
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My craft show display has been a work in progress for the last 10 years. Every time I add to it or create a new piece I like it more and more.<b> I think I have finally found the solution to making it easier to show off the items even when it's crowed. </b></div>
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Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-15283288815518613772014-10-08T06:00:00.000-05:002014-10-08T06:00:06.352-05:00Be Happy<br />
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<b>I was lucky to be part of a large fashion show art event at a local gallery last week.</b> I have been working on my pieces all summer and I was so excited to be accepted to participate in the show.<br />
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It was a long process of finding models, choosing music, creating a runway plan, and getting everything coordinated for the event. Who knew there was so much working in prepping for something that only lasts for about 20 minutes.<br />
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It was a very long day of rehearsal, getting hair and make up done, and waiting around for the show to start. I think the waiting around was the hardest part.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Hair and makeup</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">The main event</td></tr>
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<b>Here are the three pieces I created for the runway show.</b><br />
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<b>All and all it turned out to be a fantastic day.</b> I was really tired when I got home (and the next day) but it was worth all the work I put into participating.<br />
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<br />Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-47338327165498693482014-09-29T06:00:00.000-05:002014-09-29T06:00:10.980-05:00Possibilities<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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They promise so much.</div>
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We look at them and dream.</div>
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And hope.</div>
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And Wonder.</div>
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At their unlimited possibilities.</div>
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<span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>It's Never Too Late... by Patrick Lindsay</i></span></div>
Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-23229632377141813102014-09-23T06:00:00.000-05:002014-09-23T06:00:02.114-05:00Start Now!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Make the most of every day.</div>
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Use up the hours like a child.</div>
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There are no guarantees how many we get.</div>
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Don't spend your life intending to do something.</div>
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Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-13467790015222954812014-09-18T06:00:00.000-05:002014-09-18T06:00:03.849-05:00Don't Wait<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-75763130330320180302014-09-15T06:00:00.000-05:002014-09-15T06:00:01.831-05:00Vision<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Additionsstylehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/11527179044598322609noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8108074227915396313.post-14113921517796977402014-09-08T06:00:00.000-05:002014-09-08T06:00:03.225-05:00Finally, I Have a Plan<b><br /></b>
<b>Finally, I feel like I am getting my business back on track.</b><br />
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But before I talk about business, I want to start with a <span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace;"><b>BIG THANK YOU</b></span> to everyone who follows my blog, comments, and shares their stories on Everyday Inspired!</div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">I appreciate all of you and I have enjoyed getting to know you through blogging.</span><br />
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<b>Now back to business</b><br />
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I wrote a couple of post last month <a href="http://additionsstyle.blogspot.com/2014/07/my-struggles.html" target="_blank">My Struggles</a> and <a href="http://additionsstyle.blogspot.com/2014/08/please-share-your-thoughts.html" target="_blank">Please Share Your Thoughts</a>, sharing with you the struggles I have been having with my business and blogging.<b> For a while I thought I was going to stop blogging all together, but I realized I would really miss the process.</b></div>
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As much as I feel like I am writing for myself most of the time, I have learned a lot, shared my story, and discovered new things about myself while blogging, and because of that I can't give it up all together. </div>
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<b>As for my blog I have decided to move it to a different platform and a new format early next year. </b>I wish I could work on it now, but as we move into the busy season I do not need another project.</div>
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<b>So for the rest of this year I will post a couple times week with quotes and inspiring photos to help us stay motivated all season long.</b> Doing these kinds of posts are just as important to me, and help me stay motivated as well. </div>
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I will also share with you new pieces, photos from shows, and any other tid bits that are happening in my life in a few random posts throughout the holiday season. You can also follow me on <a href="http://instagram.com/additionsstyle" target="_blank">Instagram</a> for more regular updates about my shop and life.</div>
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<b>As for my business, I will be making some changes in 2015. </b>A new website, another <a href="http://additionsstyle.etsy.com/" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a>, a big push into wholesale, and a lot less stressing and more enjoying my business.</div>
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<b>Overall I feel a little better now that I have a plan moving forward into 2015. </b></div>
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<span style="font-family: Courier New, Courier, monospace; font-size: large;">When you need a little motivation and inspiration, stop by Everyday Inspired for a little boost to help you get through your day. Even better, stop by every week for a burst of motivation all week long.</span></div>
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<b>Are you ready to move forward into the busy season?</b></div>
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