tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.comments2023-07-13T06:44:58.737-04:00Parcel Posts and Other NotesAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16599558909745852420noreply@blogger.comBlogger42125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-30299715123764530342013-07-12T18:30:58.902-04:002013-07-12T18:30:58.902-04:00I used to work full time in industry, which permit...I used to work full time in industry, which permitted me time to make art. One day at work, I took a corsage I made for a lady to work. I got a LOT of people who wanted them. I didn't really want to sell them, but the cost of the flowers, floral tape, wire, baby's breath, ribbon, tulle, essential oil to make them smell real, and a decorative pin all added up, so I couldn't give them away. Although I charged just enough to pay for the materials, I will never do that again. It gave people the belief that my products were cheap and devalued the product because I wasn't being paid for my labor. <br /><br />I probably sold 300 of these around Mother's Day that year. I started resenting these corsages about half way through completing the orders. This was back in the late 80s, so there was no social media at that time, and internet was found mostly on college campuses in the form of chat groups. No photos, all DOS. So I didn't have to contend with that problem.<br /><br />What I learned at the time was, you can't devalue your work, even if these are your "friends" you are selling to. You have to love what you do, and want to do it FOREVER. Don't take on more orders than you can handle or that won't make you hate what you are making. Have fun, set realistic goals, and know your product.<br /><br />Having said all that, I've never sold anything artsy over the internet. I know some who do, choosing etsy and other outlets. I used to read their blogs, but now all they do is advertise what they are selling in their shop, or what new classes and workshops they are selling. That gets tiresome. You have to find a good balance, and also decide if you want brick and mortar, or internet, or both to sell your art.<br /><br />Obviously, I didn't help solve your problem because, like you, I don't know the answer. I DO know if you are good enough (and I really, really BELIEVE YOU ARE), the world will come to you because you've made a name for yourself.Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-83869396043489502262012-10-22T17:17:56.643-04:002012-10-22T17:17:56.643-04:00I was starting to worry about you and it's goo...I was starting to worry about you and it's good to read that things are back on a positive path. Besides, who can be unhappy when you have hot apple cider?Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-37057285460980490772012-10-17T17:43:24.261-04:002012-10-17T17:43:24.261-04:00sometimes, it's okay to have everything mashed...sometimes, it's okay to have everything mashed up and out of order... even if your "order" seemed sporatic and lovely. let go of your ideas of what makes for a creative, full life, and just let life happen the way it chooses to. experience it. feel the wind in your hair and around your clothes, even if you're wearing the same shabby clothes you wore a few days ago. also, tell me.. do you have the same address here?Rachel Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04558618811774523049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-43347665946264079872012-09-21T23:09:28.757-04:002012-09-21T23:09:28.757-04:00And the blog world is glad to have you back. Some...And the blog world is glad to have you back. Sometimes we all need a break, for whatever reasons. Glad to see how you are spending your Friday night (grin).Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-3412236030717072872012-09-20T19:17:08.003-04:002012-09-20T19:17:08.003-04:00PS: I miss your blog posts. It's been a week ...PS: I miss your blog posts. It's been a week without any word from you!Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-39336081931213123682012-09-20T19:16:05.268-04:002012-09-20T19:16:05.268-04:00I didn't think you could get any nicer or swee...I didn't think you could get any nicer or sweeter, but when I got home from shopping today, i was greeted by the most beautiful card. What a way to celebrate your art, too. I LOVE IT, and I thank you beyond belief!!Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-30334956036050196262012-09-11T21:04:10.057-04:002012-09-11T21:04:10.057-04:00Your repaired wing will take you to new heights! ...Your repaired wing will take you to new heights! Love you! Daddsfujimotohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07345346651780719090noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-40380746604446071722012-09-11T09:13:45.196-04:002012-09-11T09:13:45.196-04:00It's amazing the things the medical community ...It's amazing the things the medical community can do today. Years ago (and not that many, either), you would have worn a sling or some other cast. Now you have two little not exactly intrusive bands on your arm and wrist. Not sure how that's protecting your shoulder, but I'm super impressed with the technology of it all.<br /><br />Get better soon, and keep those run on sentences coming. Professors often like them (grin).Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-27903336779939293652012-09-04T11:01:43.272-04:002012-09-04T11:01:43.272-04:00I like your decorating style. Not just the dresse...I like your decorating style. Not just the dresses, but the entire bedroom. I especially like that green vessel on the wall next to the door. It goes well with the rest of the room and the bedspread.Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-71938053917054859042012-09-03T19:12:49.497-04:002012-09-03T19:12:49.497-04:00AH!! I remember those days. Long weekends that en...AH!! I remember those days. Long weekends that ended in studying or writing a paper, then preparing for the return to classes the following day. Sounds like a fun weekend, even if Sunday was not quite what you expected. Welcome back to college (grin).Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-25492113866089981242012-09-01T18:27:30.036-04:002012-09-01T18:27:30.036-04:00What a fantastic way to greet September. I like h...What a fantastic way to greet September. I like how you have taken on the challenge of being yourself. That can be difficult at times, when friends, family, teachers, advisers, doctors, and others tug at you to be someone you are not, or someone they want you to be. Welcome to this new and interesting chapter. Welcome to September!Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-2845041407784092082012-08-31T12:23:31.691-04:002012-08-31T12:23:31.691-04:00thank you elizabeth!thank you elizabeth!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16599558909745852420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-6938836323525601242012-08-31T08:20:15.099-04:002012-08-31T08:20:15.099-04:00This is a terrific macro shot of the lily. I feel...This is a terrific macro shot of the lily. I feel I can reach out and touch those stamen. Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-89991576004142120272012-08-31T08:17:36.224-04:002012-08-31T08:17:36.224-04:00Here is basically what I wrote yesterday.
I was s...Here is basically what I wrote yesterday.<br /><br />I was saddened to read about your shoulder, but know that if anyone can, you will still find a way to set the world on fire!Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-69029431432709147362012-08-31T08:15:30.386-04:002012-08-31T08:15:30.386-04:00Kayla, I left a comment yesterday on this post, bu...Kayla, I left a comment yesterday on this post, but I don't see it. Maybe I didn't wait to see if I became a robot, instead of a human, but I was sure I got the words and letters correct.Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-28990597598334140112012-08-28T12:32:35.832-04:002012-08-28T12:32:35.832-04:00In my experience, not all men are like that. But ...In my experience, not all men are like that. But of course, some may be. It's a nice quote, though. One that is completely thought provoking.Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-61044055067508620752012-08-25T10:18:47.276-04:002012-08-25T10:18:47.276-04:00Kayla!! This is incredible!! Congratulations! Espe...Kayla!! This is incredible!! Congratulations! Especially congrats on taking the courage to go ahead and let your art free go out into the world, that can be scary sometimes (for me at least). Weeee!!Rachel Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04558618811774523049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-713246802638262672012-08-25T10:16:00.677-04:002012-08-25T10:16:00.677-04:00love this.love this.Rachel Nicolehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04558618811774523049noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-70042143114877684082012-08-21T21:48:51.166-04:002012-08-21T21:48:51.166-04:00thank you so much Elizabeth!!thank you so much Elizabeth!!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16599558909745852420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-4922579890341802532012-08-21T13:35:44.969-04:002012-08-21T13:35:44.969-04:00These are just AMAZING. I like the positive attit...These are just AMAZING. I like the positive attitude you always convey in your art, and it shows with each and everything you make. I hope these sell well. They are adorable.Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-43036130774447142852012-08-16T06:51:58.959-04:002012-08-16T06:51:58.959-04:00I know! That's when I joined your group and o...I know! That's when I joined your group and opened my eyes to mixed media! So glad you got my card! I have sent you some in the past that I'm not sure you received. Perhaps the mail person had a mental lapse then as well. Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16599558909745852420noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-80470114613273338582012-08-10T14:01:03.374-04:002012-08-10T14:01:03.374-04:00Well, I'm not sure about lessening the sufferi...Well, I'm not sure about lessening the suffering of others, but I know you sure made my day with your amazing card. It is awesome. Apparently, my ditzy mail person (have never seen this one) delivered your letter to the same address on Hood, one block east of me. I have it now, though.<br /><br />I love it, and I know exactly how I'm going to use it. I intend to keep it until my birthday because of the stamp you used. Love those glittery wings, too. Thank you again. <br /><br />BTW, time flies because I remember when you were a mere 16 and now you are a Jr. in college (grin).Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-52439527667547805882012-07-23T05:13:41.932-04:002012-07-23T05:13:41.932-04:00I finally found your new blog and have a lot of ca...I finally found your new blog and have a lot of catching up to do. These are very impressive word canvases. I can't believe you sewed around each canvas. I still can't sew a straight line, so your skills really shine through. Now I'm off to check out the rest of your blog.Bleubeard and Elizabethhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10149710375520733752noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-80691258238680109222012-07-12T21:18:08.783-04:002012-07-12T21:18:08.783-04:00Beautiful words!Beautiful words!Saint Olivehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07578287772504926046noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7525888914022798053.post-2580823776534209182012-06-10T22:05:20.910-04:002012-06-10T22:05:20.910-04:00"Feeling stronger every day..."
- Chicag..."Feeling stronger every day..."<br />- Chicago -dsfujimotohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07345346651780719090noreply@blogger.com