Mother's Day Giveaway - Day 5

First things first...

 
Today's winner is Brenda from Songbird Designs!  Congratulations, Brenda.  Email me at sugarpiechic [at] gmail.com and let me know which pattern you want!

This is the last day of the giveaway and I can say that it has been really fun.  I hope you've enjoyed it, as well.

Today's topic is a little different.  I wanted to talk about having a crafting business.

A little over four years ago I was contemplating aprons.  I was also looking for a way to earn a little bit of money to support my sewing and crafting ways.  Then, I heard about Etsy.  In a flash I chose a name, opened a store and began making and selling aprons.  What I didn't know was the path this would lead to...

The thing about setting forth on a new path is all of the unexpected things you learn along the way.  I already knew how to sew, but I also learned a few new things.


I have learned how to write, copyright, and publish a pattern.  I have learned how to set up {with help} and write a blog.  I have learned {am actually learning, still} how to use a DSLR camera and am becoming a bit of a shutterbug.  I have learned how to use photo editing software and, I swear it has melted my brain in some places.  I have learned how to use digitizing software for machine embroidery.  As I continue further down this road, I know there are going to be lots more opportunities for growth.

So, today's first contest entry is this:  

1.  First Chance Entry:  In the "Comments" section below, leave a comment telling me what kind of crafty/sewing/anything you can dream of business you would start.  Just say something like, "I would like to have a ___________________ business."


2.  Second Chance Entry:  Subscribe to my blog and then leave a comment below in the "Comments" section saying you have done so. If you are already a subscriber, leave a comment telling me this.

3.  Third Chance Entry:  Visit my updated Facebook page and "Like" me.  Come back and leave a comment below in the "Comments" section saying you have done this.


I am looking forward to learning new things, but also sharing this incredible journey with you.