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Iron Dog's Blog: November 2009
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Tuesday, November 24, 2009. So, I've come to crossroads with my business. Actually, it's more of a self-imposed fork. or even a branch. It could be because I don't have time to list items and promote as much as I should, but I'm not seeing as much attention/sales in my Etsy shop as I would like to. So I've been trying to think of ways to bring more customers in. Alright, I should explain the REAL reason. Got time? So, without intending to, he basically talked me out of it. And the point of it is to get c...
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Iron Dog's Blog: December 2009
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Tuesday, December 22, 2009. Iron Dog was featured in a fellow Etsian's blog! Many thanks to The Ash Grove. Tuesday, December 8, 2009. Well, the largest craft show I participate in was this past weekend. Despite unexpected snow, there was a great turnout and I did fantastic! This has been my best show ever. Ever! I've done this specific show for 4 years now and this one was by far the best. I even got another visit from "The Harmonica Guy". He had visited my booth last year. He's an eccentric guy ...I wou...
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Iron Dog's Blog: April 2010
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Monday, April 12, 2010. Scented Times at Iron Dog. I talked with Rob about the whole incense thing. I wanted to know if it would drive him crazy. He said he wouldn't mind. He didn't give me the instant go-for-it attitude I was hoping for, but just because you hope for something doesn't mean you expect it. I've got a life and a full time job that come first. Which brings me to another question I need to address:. Do I offer only Made-To-Order incense where I do not begin making the incense until the order...
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Iron Dog's Blog: Craft show success!
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Tuesday, December 8, 2009. Well, the largest craft show I participate in was this past weekend. Despite unexpected snow, there was a great turnout and I did fantastic! This has been my best show ever. Ever! I've done this specific show for 4 years now and this one was by far the best. I even got another visit from "The Harmonica Guy". He had visited my booth last year. He's an eccentric guy who plays the harmonica. He told me he takes great joy in going to these craft shows and speaking with ...I would l...
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Iron Dog's Blog: July 2008
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Friday, July 25, 2008. The woman that bought six of my items contacted me via email. Which I'm glad for, it's just much easier than the phone, mostly because if I don't recognize the number on the caller ID, I'll let the answering machine pick up. Anyway, she DOES want that necklace. Or at least she inquired about it and asked how much it would cost. We shall see. Oh yes, we shall. Wednesday, July 23, 2008. Lots of good news! And second. I made my first sale on Etsy today! So, I think my decision is to a...
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Iron Dog's Blog: October 2009
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Thursday, October 29, 2009. HBP - Final Product #1. Satin rattail cord, sterling silver chainmaille tassle. It turned out pretty darn close to what I had envisioned. I had thought to add some Swarovski crystals to accentuate the color in the glass, but once I got to this point, it seemed like they would have just seemed like an afterthought. Besides, considering the bead is the focal point, the color and sparkle of the crystals would have pulled attention away from it. I'm rather happy with it! It is obv...
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Iron Dog's Blog: A new venture?
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Wednesday, December 2, 2009. Okay, so that new craft I was going to attempt. mentioned it in my last blog post. remember? Well, I bit the bullet and ordered a smattering of supplies. Smattering. What a word. It doesn't sound very pleasant. Kind of like a combination of "smelly" and "splattering". Like diarrhea. "Wow, after I ate that kung pao chicken, I experienced the worst smattering in recent times.". Okay, that's gross. I'm done digressing and I apologize for it. So yeah, keep an eye out for another ...
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Iron Dog's Blog: Scented Times at Iron Dog
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Monday, April 12, 2010. Scented Times at Iron Dog. I talked with Rob about the whole incense thing. I wanted to know if it would drive him crazy. He said he wouldn't mind. He didn't give me the instant go-for-it attitude I was hoping for, but just because you hope for something doesn't mean you expect it. I've got a life and a full time job that come first. Which brings me to another question I need to address:. Do I offer only Made-To-Order incense where I do not begin making the incense until the order...
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Iron Dog's Blog: Crossroads
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Tuesday, November 24, 2009. So, I've come to crossroads with my business. Actually, it's more of a self-imposed fork. or even a branch. It could be because I don't have time to list items and promote as much as I should, but I'm not seeing as much attention/sales in my Etsy shop as I would like to. So I've been trying to think of ways to bring more customers in. Alright, I should explain the REAL reason. Got time? So, without intending to, he basically talked me out of it. And the point of it is to get c...
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Iron Dog's Blog: Iron Dog Featured!
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Tuesday, December 22, 2009. Iron Dog was featured in a fellow Etsian's blog! Many thanks to The Ash Grove. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). Musings about my jewelry and my writing. Read it. Promote Your Page Too. Links - It's all about me. Iron Dog Metalsmiths - My website. Links - It's all about Etsy. A Breath of French Air. CREST - Capital Region Etsy Street Team. Mommy and Me Boutique. Notes from The Ash Grove.