Had to share this with you! I wrote a blog post about the above photos and how Dreams Did Come True for my friend Elizabeth Maxson:) For the rest of the story click here:)
January 27, 2012
Tips For Making Your Small Business Shine
"There is so much competition, what can I do to stand out and make a living doing what I love?"
Recently I received the above question over on the Good Stella site and thought I would also share with you the philosophy we use:
No matter what type of business you’re thinking about doing (or already doing) from brick, booth space, online, event or pop up, always do it up terrific. In other words, make it memorable. Start from day one to distinguish your brand (and yes you are a brand) as special. Paying attention to the smallest of details while understanding your particular audience is key to success. Use your specific talents to build a WOW factor that differentiates you from the pack. Don’t dwell on what everyone else is doing but spend your energy on what YOU can do to Stand Out. It’s not enough just to offer products or services any longer, but much more about the experience. Creating a lasting impression in every aspect of your business will always help you shine.
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January 22, 2012
January 17, 2012
Romantic Country Spring 2012 Feature
Last Summer while in Texas I photographed LaurieAnna's Vintage Home in Canton for the Spring 2012 Issue of Romantic Country Magazine. Meeting LaurieAnna and being able to photograph her lovely store was certainly a highlight of the trip. I thought you might like to see a few of the photos that did not make the issue~
The Spring issue also features gorgeous homes and photography from sweet friends Anne, Rebecca and Tracie among many others including Rachel Ashwell!
January 05, 2012
Raised In Cotton News
A warm Hello to 2012 and an even warmer Hello to all of you Dear Friends! I wanted to start the New Year off by expressing my sincere gratitude to those of you who continue to support Raised In Cotton. Since 2005 when we opened the doors and I started this blog, your friendship and kind words have meant the world to me. Without a doubt my life has certainly changed for the better and I have many of you to Thank for that. To be able to do what I love and share inspiration with all of you is certainly a joy and one I will never take for granted.
Over Christmas my shop partner Denise's husband suffered a health crisis. Without going into too much detail, he is home but does have a long recovery ahead. The amazing thing is that he himself is a brilliant surgeon and was just a few days away from retiring from his practice. If you could send up a few prayers for the both of them that would be lovely and most appreciated.
Life of course is way too short so I hope you always do what makes your heart sing:)
In other news, I'm taking Raised In Cotton on the road again and will be doing the Bottoms Up Antique Market in downtown Kansas City, Missouri this weekend! Oh and Gwen of French By Design and the owner of Bottoms Up is just back from France~She brought back some amazing treasures to sell:)
Lastly I have new postings over on the Good Stella and Carol Spinski sites.
Blessings,
Carol
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