We have seen so many beautiful places on our journey, I can't wait to share some of our photos with you when I get back.
Are you taking any vacations this year? Staycations count too!
6.21.2012
Vacation
We have seen so many beautiful places on our journey, I can't wait to share some of our photos with you when I get back.
Are you taking any vacations this year? Staycations count too!
6.20.2012
Be Inspired - On the Road
Words to Inspire
“The road of life twists and turns and no two directions are ever the same. Yet our lessons come from the journey, not the destination.”
Don Williams,
Idea to Inspire
The view on the road is always inspiring. If you live in the country or the city there is always something new to see.
Photos to Inspire
I am on the road all this week driving through the lovely state of Colorado. I thought I would give you a little road trip through these amazing photos.
Inspired Success Week starts Monday June 25
“The road of life twists and turns and no two directions are ever the same. Yet our lessons come from the journey, not the destination.”
Don Williams,
Idea to Inspire
The view on the road is always inspiring. If you live in the country or the city there is always something new to see.
Photos to Inspire
I am on the road all this week driving through the lovely state of Colorado. I thought I would give you a little road trip through these amazing photos.
Inspired Success Week starts Monday June 25
6.19.2012
Be Inspired on Vacation
When on vacation we try to see as much as possible and end up rushing around so you don't miss anything.
Instead of rushing around, tap into your inner artist. Take things a little slower when you visit a new location. Reflect on your experience, and use your travel journal to remember and be inspired.
1. Enjoy the fashion as art - People watch and see all the fashions. Check out where people are shopping for the most fashionable shop.
2. Try the local food - Try something you have never tried before, let the food inspire you.
3. Check out the music scene - Be inspired by what's played in the cafes, on the streets, and even the clubs.
4. Ride the local transportation - This is a great way to experience the city, and feel its true cultural rhythms.
5. Seek out street art - Some of the best art can be found on the street. Visit small galleries, cute boutiques, and local parks for cool sculptures.
6. Go places artists go - Visit bookstores, art supply shops, open studio's. Pick up local papers and find artists events.
7. Spend time people watching - Take an afternoon visit a coffee shop with your journal/sketchbook and let the people, and conversations inspire you.
Traveling like an artists has less to do with what you do and more about how you do it. Be curious, pay attention to the details, be observant, and reflect. Record your ideas to use later as inspiration.
Take time for art to enhance your vacation experience.
What is your favorite way experience art on your vacation?
Instead of rushing around, tap into your inner artist. Take things a little slower when you visit a new location. Reflect on your experience, and use your travel journal to remember and be inspired.
1. Enjoy the fashion as art - People watch and see all the fashions. Check out where people are shopping for the most fashionable shop.
2. Try the local food - Try something you have never tried before, let the food inspire you.
3. Check out the music scene - Be inspired by what's played in the cafes, on the streets, and even the clubs.
4. Ride the local transportation - This is a great way to experience the city, and feel its true cultural rhythms.
5. Seek out street art - Some of the best art can be found on the street. Visit small galleries, cute boutiques, and local parks for cool sculptures.
6. Go places artists go - Visit bookstores, art supply shops, open studio's. Pick up local papers and find artists events.
7. Spend time people watching - Take an afternoon visit a coffee shop with your journal/sketchbook and let the people, and conversations inspire you.
Traveling like an artists has less to do with what you do and more about how you do it. Be curious, pay attention to the details, be observant, and reflect. Record your ideas to use later as inspiration.
Take time for art to enhance your vacation experience.
What is your favorite way experience art on your vacation?
6.18.2012
6.17.2012
Vacation Journal
Traveling is a great time to let your mind relax and open up to new ideas. All the new sites, sounds, and smells will inspire you.
Not into writing, then try a photo journal instead. Take lots of pictures of inspiring sites, and keep a small note book with the ideas that were inspired by the picture. When you get home you can organize them to have as a future reference.
Do you journal when you are on vacation?
Do you journal when you are on vacation?
6.15.2012
DIY Friday - Frames
Save your families memories in a beautiful frame that you can personalize to your decor. With these DIY ideas you can create your own one of a kind frames.
Have you created your own frames before?
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| Lentil Frames |
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| Moss Frame |
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| Mod Podge Frames |
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| Nautical Frame |
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| Bean Frames |
Have you created your own frames before?
6.14.2012
How do you Define Success
As I look back at the first half of the year, things have really changed for my business. One of my goals for this year is to build the brand of my Additions jewelry collection and get more sales.
I spent a lot of time changing all my tags and titles for every items in my shop, and since the beginning of the year my Etsy sales have doubled each month compared to what I did last year.
When I made the plan to grow my business, I decided to do more art/craft shows. I mentioned before that doing shows is a challenge for me because I had surgery on both of my knees, but I decided I wanted to make more money so I have add a show to my schedule every month.
My shows have been going well, and with my show income and my etsy income, business is looking good.
Last month I added a couple big projects to my plate. I had an order for 60 necklaces for a non-profit organization, that took almost 2 weeks to complete. I was so happy when they were done and I was able to ship them out! I recently found out that Willy Mays, Bill Clinton, and Michael Reagan were each be given one of the necklaces.
I am also working with a national company that is including three of my pieces on their website and in their catalog. Their first order will be for over 400 pieces. I am so happy to have my daughter helping me this summer.
As a member of The Artisan Group I had the opportunity to include a piece of my jewelry in a gift basket for American Idol winner Jordin Sparks, and Nia Peeples a star on Pretty Little Liars. It was fun to create pieces for both these lovey ladies.
Things are moving and shaking with my business these days. When I talk with friends they always express how happy they are that my business is successful. It's still hard for me to think of my business as successful. I still spend my days worring about having Etsy sales, and when things slow down I freak out a little.
I realized that I need to create a list of how I define success to help me put things in perspective.
My sister and I are going on vacation tomorrow. We are driving to Colorado and checking out galleries in a variety of cities across the state. During this trip I am going to work on my success list. So as I start crossing things off my list, it will help me appreciate the success my business is experiencing.
Do you have a list of how you define success for your business?
I spent a lot of time changing all my tags and titles for every items in my shop, and since the beginning of the year my Etsy sales have doubled each month compared to what I did last year.
When I made the plan to grow my business, I decided to do more art/craft shows. I mentioned before that doing shows is a challenge for me because I had surgery on both of my knees, but I decided I wanted to make more money so I have add a show to my schedule every month.
My shows have been going well, and with my show income and my etsy income, business is looking good.
Last month I added a couple big projects to my plate. I had an order for 60 necklaces for a non-profit organization, that took almost 2 weeks to complete. I was so happy when they were done and I was able to ship them out! I recently found out that Willy Mays, Bill Clinton, and Michael Reagan were each be given one of the necklaces.
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| I made 60 of these |
As a member of The Artisan Group I had the opportunity to include a piece of my jewelry in a gift basket for American Idol winner Jordin Sparks, and Nia Peeples a star on Pretty Little Liars. It was fun to create pieces for both these lovey ladies.
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| Jordin Sparks |
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| Nia Peeples |
I realized that I need to create a list of how I define success to help me put things in perspective.
My sister and I are going on vacation tomorrow. We are driving to Colorado and checking out galleries in a variety of cities across the state. During this trip I am going to work on my success list. So as I start crossing things off my list, it will help me appreciate the success my business is experiencing.
Do you have a list of how you define success for your business?
6.13.2012
Be Inspired - Beautiful Fields
Words to Inspire
“Take rest; a field that has rested gives a bountiful crop.”
Ovid
Idea to Inspire
Enjoy the beauty of your favorite peaceful place, and use the time to refresh, regroup, and get inspired.
Photos to Inspire
This is and inspiring collection of colors, textures, and shapes.
“Take rest; a field that has rested gives a bountiful crop.”
Ovid
Idea to Inspire
Enjoy the beauty of your favorite peaceful place, and use the time to refresh, regroup, and get inspired.
Photos to Inspire
This is and inspiring collection of colors, textures, and shapes.
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