It has been about a year, give or take, since the notion to set up my own little Etsy shop popped into my brain. After watching one too many resin pour videos on tik tok, I decided that my fortune was to be made in mixing dried flowers with chemical glue stuff and somehow forming it into jewellery and homeware. Fast forward a few months and I am in the urgent care unit of a small hospital in the middle of a global pandemic waiting to be seen by a doctor to assess what in the world could have ...
Things I Learnt In My First Year Of Selling On Etsy
Redefining Your Approach To Travel*
It’s true to say that much of our approach to travel has changed somewhat in recent months - for obvious reasons. However, I still firmly believe that no matter what kind of blip in the road we may come across, even for seasoned travellers like ourselves, we can surmount and come back better and more informed from the challenge.Perhaps the limited amount of travel we can partake in right now will give us a renewed appreciation for how we might travel further afield in the future, and what ...
Beauty Products I’m Loving Right Now
I've never been a huge beauty person. I have a couple of makeup faves (Body Shop tea tree foundation is my ride or die) and I occasionally dabble in skincare but beauty has never been a massive part of my life. So, when I do try something new - especially when I try something new and absolutely love it - it feels like kinda a big deal. So much so that I want to tell everyone I know to immediately go out and purchase that product - like that very second (hence this post).As we've just had ...
Small Businesses To Support In 2021
This Christmas, I chose to support as many small businesses as possible. As I started my own Esty page at the start of 2020, it showed me how much time and effort small business owners put into each sale - so, I wanted to bring that little bit of joy to as many people as possible by supporting their shops. And that is an energy I want to maintain as we move into 2021. I want to shop small and shop local as much as possible. I want to buy off Etsy as much as possible - and just celebrate people's ...
What Makes A Good Bed For A Child?*
A lot of people underestimate the importance of making sure that they pick the right bed for their child. However, the bed in which a child sleeps in has a crucial impact. After all, approximately one-third of each day is spent sleeping. Therefore, children need to feel safe, comfortable and at ease in their bedroom. Choosing the right bed can ensure that a child has a pleasant and peaceful night’s sleep without any unrest. This is especially useful if your child suffers from problems such as ...
What Happens If You Want To Break Up A Business Partnership?*
Selling a partnership comes with its own unique set of challenges. A partnership is not a limited company. It is a formalised agreement between two or more partners who wish to share resources, skills, and knowledge for the benefit of all. In a lot of cases, partnerships are formed to take advantage of favourable tax arrangements. There is usually a ‘partnership agreement’, which outlines the terms that have been agreed between the parties. These terms can vary depending on who is ...