Category Archives: handmade businesses/bloggers

Blogger exchange #1

July 17, 2013

Recently I saw a post from Lani of Elle Dee Designs looking for bloggers from different states to be included in a blogger exchange. A fun way to meet other bloggers and get fun things in the mail. Yeah! I contacted her immediately to be her Washington blogger.

The first theme was where you come from. I sent out a Washington themed package and in return I got a North Carolina themed package from Kristin of Celebrate the Goodness. It was filled with all sorts of thoughtful gifts and a little note from Kristin. I was so excited when I saw it waiting for me at the mailboxes.

It was nice getting to know a little about Kristin and I look forward to preparing and receiving my next package. This is fun.

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1 year anniversary of running ohsoantsy full time

July 1, 2013

Just over 1 year ago I left my day job and made the decision to pursue OhSoAntsy full time. A couple of months previous to that Walker had accepted a job in Seattle and I had decided to go with him. I think the decision to leave my day job was made easier because in order to move I would have to leave it regardless. This way I could try OhSoAntsy out full time and if things didn’t work out I could job hunt. I’m trilled to say that I have not yet been faced with that reality. Although there are times I wish I was making a larger profit I am pretty lucky to be doing what I’m doing and I’m quite satisfied with my work.

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I want to thank you for supporting my business and my dreams and I’m so proud of this community that we are building together. Everyday I find something to get excited about and most days that’s hearing such wonderful feedback about my work and what I’m doing. It keeps me moving forward and wanting to grow my business and this community even more.

In thanks for your support and all around wonderfulness I am hosting a giveaway! Also I’m using Rafflecopter for the first time! Woo! The giveaway is open to US residents only. The winner will receive a tiny OhSoAntsy state/country necklace of their choice, 3 total yards of pretty ribbon, 2 rolls of colorful scotch tape, and a few tasty tea bags (because I love tea). Good luck! Also please use the code ONEYEAR to save 10% in the shop through July 8th!

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May project: my favorite blogs

May 19, 2013

It’s day 19 in the blog every day in May challenge! Woo! Today the prompt is: what are your 5 favorite blogs and why.

I’m choosing some of the blogs that I frequent since it’s hard to say that just 5 are my favorite.

Gussy Sews-I was first told about her blog by a mutual friend of ours. I’ve since come to adore her blog because of her honesty, her willingness to give, and her adorable family.

Love Taza-I just love all the pictures and her and her family are adorable. They seem to make the simple things so much fun and I love that.

JulieAnn Art-I love the simplicity and beauty of her blog. Also fun fact: we are both from Michigan, recently quit our day jobs to pursue our businesses full time, and we live on the west coast! Cool!

Rouge and Whimsey-I discovered her blog before I moved to Seattle and once I knew I’d be moving there I would check in frequently to see how a person might dress in the PNW. I also love how Erika goes a little outside the box once in a while. It’s refreshing and fun. Also she makes super cute bags.

I have a few more but I think 4 is where I’m going to stop for now. What are some of your favorites?