Saturday, April 9, 2011

Year One

So much has happened with lizziebees in the past year. I got all my legal papers in April of last year making it an official business.  Started doing shows in May and June.  They were small shows and I was excited to make my booth fees back.  That was a huge deal!

Then summer came and I am not a fan of the heat so I was limited in my opportunities to sell collars.  Pets go outside, you know?  I decided that summers will be my down time.  I can work on wholesale, consignment, business planning, making inventory, etc.  So I booked my next shows for September-December.

During the fall shows, I actually started making my money back and then a bit more.  It was exciting to see people appreciate my hard work.  They recognized me at events, emailed me to make more collars for new pets so they could match existing ones, and even sent me pictures of their pets wearing the collars and playing with the toys.  I managed to buy a new sewing machine.  I now make 4 sizes of collars instead of one, toys for both cats and dogs, and even started making a couple pet beds too.  <-----  My dog stole himself the large one but at least I get to see him enjoy it everyday.

I have a huge notebook that I try and add to constantly; booth ideas, product ideas, patterns, etc.
I have shows lined up 2 a month through May including Renegade Craft Fair!  This one really makes me feel like I'm making progress.  plus you can buy my whole line of collars at Harts n Crafts if you're ever in the Waco area.

As a thank you to all the wonderful people who have bought my product and supported this business over the last year I am offering you 25% off your entire order over the weekend to help me celebrate my birthday as well as lizziebees birthday!!

All you have to do is purchase from my etsy shop and use the coupon code ANNIVERSARY1. easy peasy

Thanks everyone!!