"Mother’s Day has special meaning to all of us. In a moment of remembering Mom, share with us her impact on your business. " -Flaming Hot
My Mother is my everything when it comes to the roots of the business. She is my sounding board, my cheerleader, my sales rep and my rock of never ending support. Without her Silver Faerie Designs would not exist today. When I started making jewelry she became my buying support, always going to shows with me. She openly gives her opinion, good or bad. I welcome that opinion with open arms and a joyful heart- after all; She's Mom. :)
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Monday, May 12, 2008
Monday, April 14, 2008
Diversify - Blog It!
"What are the different ways you diversify your business? Most of us sell online, but what other ways do you contribute to your bottom line? Blog it!" -Flaming Hot.
This is an interesting question for me. I started in the jewelry side of things, making jewelry for over 4 years. I started using lampwork in my pieces and then eventually began making the glass beads instead of buying them. That is the beginning of my diversity.
When it comes to bead making, I'm still learning. I'm still trying to accomplish a perfectly formed bead each time. My focus is more on color and shape than design and so my beads aren't terribly unique.
My sales venues change yearly. My online venues are always the same. My website and Etsy. Every year I try to do at least 5 shows in person. From home shows to art and craft shows. I find that selling face to face is the easiest because buyers like to touch the piece and see the colors in person.
This is an interesting question for me. I started in the jewelry side of things, making jewelry for over 4 years. I started using lampwork in my pieces and then eventually began making the glass beads instead of buying them. That is the beginning of my diversity.
When it comes to bead making, I'm still learning. I'm still trying to accomplish a perfectly formed bead each time. My focus is more on color and shape than design and so my beads aren't terribly unique.
My sales venues change yearly. My online venues are always the same. My website and Etsy. Every year I try to do at least 5 shows in person. From home shows to art and craft shows. I find that selling face to face is the easiest because buyers like to touch the piece and see the colors in person.
Wednesday, March 26, 2008
Photos... A Necessary Evil
This question was posed by Flaming Hot.
"The necessary evil - pictures. Selling online requires glass pictures to be seen and felt. It’s hard w
ork! Tell me about your pictures."
At this time I'm only getting into photographing my glass beads, but I have been photographing jewelry for quite some time. I'm hoping that the experience from that will transition into my glass.
Photos are difficult all the way around, they are a pain in the rear if you ask me. You have to avoid glare, washing out the piece and every little tiny make on your white background (if you use white).
"The necessary evil - pictures. Selling online requires glass pictures to be seen and felt. It’s hard w
ork! Tell me about your pictures."At this time I'm only getting into photographing my glass beads, but I have been photographing jewelry for quite some time. I'm hoping that the experience from that will transition into my glass.
Photos are difficult all the way around, they are a pain in the rear if you ask me. You have to avoid glare, washing out the piece and every little tiny make on your white background (if you use white).
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