November 23, 2012

  • On Black Friday and a wonderful community

    Just in case you’re looking to bypass some of the Black Friday madness of trampling stampedes and long lines, I have a solution for you ;)

    Honestly, I’ve never felt better about the work I’m doing. And I feel blessed to be a part of this wonderful community…the one of independent/individual business. Even though some of us make the same type of product, we still promote each other. There’s no reason for us to compete. There’s no feelings of animosity..only a warm, loving community. There’s no power plays here.

    And though I feel like I’m always working, I love what I’m doing. I’m constantly thinking of new ideas, new ways to do things…I recently started researching how to make perfume/cologne. Are you aware it’s made with premium distilled vodka? I really had no idea, lol! Candles, lotion, soap, perfume…this is what I want to do with my life, create things. And, I still make jewelry on occasion. So anyway, now that I’m done blubbering about how much I love my business and working on it, here are some alternatives to the chaos of Black Friday shopping:

    @LKJSlain. Man, do I really love her work. If I could, I would spend so much money in her shop. But, we just traded a couple things, and I can’t wait to get my order!! Though, they are for Christmas gifts…sigh. I so want them to myself! lol. But here are some of her things:

    PLUS, she’s going to have a HUGE Black Friday sale, 40% off!!! I MIGHT have to pick something up… :O

    You can visit her Etsy HERE.

    And now, this girl…oh. I can’t even tell you how much I’m in love with her polishes. I‘m talking about @WhiskeyStilettos, of course. She‘ll probably have my address memorized at some point…I’m going to own ALL the polishes. She’s planning on having everything ready to sell by December 1st, and I know she’s working really hard to make it happen. Like me, she’s truly excited about what she’s doing, and dedicated to making it work. I have no doubt that she’s going to be a smashing success. How could you not with the colors and glitters she’s using? Plus I love the names!



    I’ve gotta tell ya, Mermaid Blood is my absolute favorite so far. I can’t wait to have it in my possession and on my fingernails. You can favorite her Etsy shop HERE and her Facebook page HERE. She also has a website you can check out HERE.

    Then there’s @Marica0701. I just traded with her as well, and her items will be in the mail tomorrow!! It’s quite a big trade, lol! But, more Christmas gifts, so yay :D I love her necklaces..I might have to buy more at some point! And, she may or may not be having a holiday sale..not sure yet =] But here are some of her pieces:

    You can check out her Etsy shop HERE.

    So in addition to these awesome people, there are my candles, and some jewelry pieces left in my shop as well:

    Speaking of jewelry, seeing all the awesome pieces by Lisa and Marica makes me want to make some…maybe later..especially since I need to make Jesi’s requested bracelet. But right now I’m tired (eating a lot and…turkey). I think I need a nap before watching Christmas Vacation… but you can visit my Etsy shop HERE. I am going to have a cyber Monday sale with 35% off…so watch for a coupon code for that. My uncle surprisingly bought a candle today, and my grandma bought 4. So yay :D I made a new banner for my shop last night…I think it looks gorgeous…I’m so proud :D I’ll also be listing a few new things in time for the sale on Monday!

    But for now, I think I’m going to take a nap, lol! Hope everyone has had a good holiday!!

Comments (8)

  • SO MANY PRETTY THINGS! MY EYES SPARKLE! 

  • All of these people are wonderful, and I appreciate this guide so much! Thanks for this, and we have some talented people around here. 

    @WhiskeyStilettos - I didn’t know you do nail polish! So cool, going to check it out! 

  • @WhiskeyStilettos - I know!! I want all the things, lol!

  • @EmilyandAtticus - ^_^ Thank you. I’m just getting started and working my butt off trying to get ready for mass production. 

  • <3 So pretty.

    @WhiskeyStilettos - That’s so cool that you do nail polish.

  • I can’t wait to smell my Better Than Sex Cake candle!! And Asian Amber, omggggggg

    And thank you for the shout-out! I need to look at my store and see what sort of offer I can do for Monday. Hmm…

  • Xanga has been so finicky today that I didn’t even see this. THANK YOU SO MUCH!!!

    I totally agree. There is NO reason to compete. 

    My acting coach once told me something that I’ll never forget, “In this life, you’re not competing with anyone, and if you ARE, then it’s YOURSELF… no one else”… So true. Even in the creative world. Some will like what I do, some will like what you do. We’re different, and that’s okay. Why compete when we are both so talented? :D

    Admittedly, every so often that natural human jealousy thing gets the better of me (not regarding you or the others here) but, I’m still working on it. 

    Thanks so much

  • posted under the wrong xanga name. hahaha. No biggie, it’s not a secret that this is me. :D I’ll go rec you from my LKJSlain site now. :D

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