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My Grandma's Influence on the Halloween Collection

Let me tell you how the new Halloween Collection was inspired by my grandma. Quick synopsis: Nannie (my grandma) sends my siblings and I a card for every holiday and...

How to Find Markets & Pop-Ups in your area

When you own a small business finding the right markets & pop-ups can be tough. In this blog we’ll walk through what I look for in a market & how...

Running a Business in a Studio Apartment

If you've been here a while you know I moved to Dallas about a year and half ago now (how time flies!). Into a less than 500 square foot studio...

Mother's Day Gift Guide

Friends, Mother's Day is coming up quick! You've got a plan right? If not, no stress I've got you. I put together some of my favorite picks for Mom in...

Why You Shouldn’t Shop on Etsy

Now, I’m not someone to bash on things but here me out. Etsy is the worst for small, semi-established, businesses. Now I know that’s a big claim but note my...

How to Create (How I) a New Card Collection

For every stationery designer the next release is both daunting and thrilling. While there’s a deadline looming there’s also endless possibilities of what you can create. For me, new collections...

How I Prep My Biz for the New Year

The new year is practically here and like the rest of us, I’ve got grand ideas of what the new year will bring. More productivity, meeting those goals, and unexpected...

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Freebie Calendar Download!

It’s officially back to school season (are people back to school already and I’m a little late with this post? Yes) and with it comes the need to get organized!...

My Favorite Craft Market Hacks & Tips

I've done dozens of markets; all in different locations and now across two different states. Markets can be very intimidating so I put together a quick list of my favorite...

Answering Moving Questions

ICYMI, I moved! I'm answering some frequently asked questions about the move, what it was like moving with a business, and how I feel about Dallas, TX so far.

Gifts that fit inside a card!

Who doesn't love a surprise inside?! There's nothing better then adding a little something when gifting a card. From stickers to recipie cards, to confetti here are my favorite add-ins...

How to Build a Free-Standing Wall Display

I've always been very into displays. In school, I always had to have the coolest tri-fold presentation. So today I'm sharing with you how I made my free standing 'walls.'