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Facebook kinda stresses me out personally ;) So I'm just sticking with Twitter as my main choice and some other sites for fun. Facebook is a strong choice for many and if it works for you, go for it! I'm just trying to stick to the social media options that I love using :)
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I get most of my buttons at thrift stores and flea markets but when I started my collection, I also asked my Grandma's if I could pick through their jars. Garage sales are good too!
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asked by Jeau
It's back but now I call it "Cute Club":) You can see recent posts here, http://frecklednest.typepad.com/la/cute-club/ (Email me too if you want to submit your cute pet for a possible feature)
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asked by Jeau
Hi Jeau,
I use and love Typepad.com and recommend it... Wordpress.org is also fantastic and allows for LOTS of flexibility & customization in your design and site functions :)
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Thanks! :) that embroidery was from a blog feature I did about @hilaurabelle :) She's very talented and used to make those embroidery canvas' for her "Oh Hi" etsy shop. She might still do them, this is her blog: , http://www.l-belle.com/
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asked by allisonxoxoxoxo
Sorry, I'm not sure. If you have a plug-in for your comments, try reinstalling it or updating it. Otherwise, it might be something with your coding?
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We will be emailing all past students soon-- we're issuing the Alumni Opportunity for past students within a month but the original class has passed it's year run.
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I liked the Typepad's dashboard, post set-up and wide-open design power (I had been on Blogger previous and I disliked the way photo's loaded and how the spacing on posts was hard to control). I really like typepad for myself and think Wordpress.org is great too.
I'll also add... if you've already established yourself in Wordpress, leaving might not be best. I lost a lot of daily readers when I moved from Blogger to Typepad (and the power of all the links out there leading to my original site were not transferred). It's taken about a year to feel like my blog is back to normal. I'm still glad I moved because I really like the changes (and Typepad support) but just wanted to note that there are some downsides to consider. -
Thanks Gina :) your shop is awesome and I excited to find it!
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I was at the cabin... Coke & ham sandwich. 2 pancakes & orange juice. Fruit candies & popcorn with my neices. Leftover spaghetti for supper. A few BBQ chips. In that order.
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Hi Claude, We have a full sewing class for beginners called Home Ec and it's offered full year round. You can find full details and registration info here: http://homeeconline.com/ :) Thanks!
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Starting out, make sure your rates are attractive and try using a platform that has built in networking (like Etsy). You will meet a lot of strangers/cold-contacts that way and if you have your work available with examples, they will come to you and be able to make a decision. It's also smart to make packages of your services... combining things that make sense together so that it 'paints the picture' and provides a complete look. Give packages a small discount so that it's more beneficial than individual items.
If you're customer base is online, use social networking and blogging to your advantage-- but not in a way that only talks about your product or service. Share your passion, style, inspiration, etc so that you can make connections and meet others online. These could lead you to future work, recommendations or potential future clients. And best of all, it creates a non-product representation of your brand :) That's a few ways off the top of my head... if you think something might work, try it and see. -
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I talk about teaching myself how to design here, http://frecklednest.typepad.com/la/2011/05/how-did-you-start-design.html ...and for business, I learned a lot from my dad growing up, read books, watched business people I respect (and some tv) and tried to approach things in a 'common sense' way. When I'd make a mistake, I took ownership of it, learned from it and kept on rolling. I agree, I think people can teach themselves anything but it's not something you do alone, it's good to learn from others :)
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Hi :) Yes, our Blog Makeover and Blog as a Website packages include a training guide that teaches how to use the platform specific to their design. If you want training further than what those include, we have an hourly rate and can set something up 1:1 :)
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Hi Danielle! We will be contacting the original class with an alumni opportunity in August :)
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The best advice I can give is: Fall in love with your blog. Make it exactly how you want it to be, focus on topics that you would want to read about and don't give up. I think it's important to find a personal fulfillment in the experience in the beginning and for the lifetime of your blog-- treat it like a scrapbook that you make for yourself but that you leave on the coffeetable for guests to read. Building a readership/community in your blog takes time for everyone... stay dedicated to quality content, design it in an attractive way (think of how a magazine cover makes us want to look inside), try advertising on blogs that have readers who would like your content and build genuine relationships online-- those are the four best ways to grow (in my opinion). xo, congrats on your new blog!!
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Congrats, Moorea's super talented :) [We've replied since you asked this, sorry that you experienced a delay).
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If you're not on a budget, go for it... the Singer Advance (my machine) has made sewing super easy and I love it! That being said, any machine will work for this course as long as it's in working order :)
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Yes, the course includes a list of the supplies needed for each project (with approx. measurements). The e-course has no expiry and you can revisit the sessions anytime :)
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asked by bargainista
The most important thing is to design in a unique style that becomes *your signature* :) That's attractive and important-- people will admire your approach and want some of it for themselves & consider hiring you. Try setting a new trend in blog design with your signature style.
Starting small is a good plan, you'll figure a lot out during that time and can work on building a portfolio you're proud of :)
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