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Here’s your pep talk for today —> READ THIS B

Here’s your pep talk for today —> READ THIS

Being a creative business owner isn’t easy or pretty.

There’s a lot of crap (accounting, answering emails, updating your website, bookkeeping, contracts, marketing, answering DMs, taxes, customer service, shipping, & a million other tasks) that you have to do to keep your business running. And, you probably do all or most of this yourself. And, you’re probably raising kids or pets and managing a family or friends and mental health and trying to take care of yourself and be creative and do ALL things.

It’s. Not. Easy. But... it is worth it.

I think it is. I’d rather trade all those late nights & early mornings, & many years of being terrified the day rent was due as I starting & growing my businesses for settling into gainful employment doing something that doesn’t feed my soul.

I struggled for a long time. It took me forever to learn to delegate (I’m still working on that one). Sometimes it feels like as soon as you have something figured out, something comes along and shakes things up (hello to COVID, video being key on social media and so many other things that threw me for a loop over the years).

Each of those things that kept me on my toes also reminded me that I’m scrappy and creative. They reminded that I chose this life as a creative business owner.

And, every morning when I wake up and open my computer, I chose it again. And every night when I close my computer I say thank you that after 20 years of being my own boss, I still love what I do and feel like it matters.

So, yeah, it isn’t easy but the worth it things often aren’t.

If you’re a creative business boss looking for your community and support, join us this spring at Craftcation. Discounted early bird registration is open now.

#craftersofinstagram #makersofinstagram #craftcation #smallbusinesssupport #smallbusinessowner #makersgonnamake #smallbusiness #smallbizowner

🎉 ROLLING APPLICATIONS are open now 🚀 for ou

🎉 ROLLING APPLICATIONS are open now 🚀 for our fall @thepatchworkshow season with SEVEN locations!

Rolling apps mean that you’ll know ASAP (within about a week if you’re accepted or not). We’ll fill the spaces as applications come in, so the sooner you apply, the better chance you have of getting in.

🌳 Chino Hills @theshoppesatchinohills 10.27 & 12.1
☀️ Ventura @downtownventura 11.3
🌲 Redwood City @cityofredwoodcity 11.10
🌉 Oakland @jacklondonsq 11.16
🏖 Long Beach @marinestadium 11.24
🌆 Tustin @oldtowntustin 12.8
🏢 Sacramento @oldsac 12.15

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There’s something magical and powerful about bei

There’s something magical and powerful about being with people who get what it’s like to be the strange and unusual creative weirdo. Craftcation is where your wonderful and strange creative self will be welcomed with open arms.

If you’re ready to find the people who get you, join us at Craftcation for five days of creativity, learning, and community at the beach. 🌊 Early bird registration is open now with flexible payment plans. Register via our bio 🔗.

Wondering if Craftcation is right for you? 📩 DM me!

#smallbusinessowner #smallbusinesssupport #makersgonnamake #makersofinstagram #craftersofinstagram #craftcation #smallbusiness #craftshow #craftbusinessowner

When an attendee tells me how Craftcation has chan

When an attendee tells me how Craftcation has changed their life or business or how they finally find the creative cohort of artsy weirdos to accept them just as they are or when I see a group of attendees connecting or laughing or learning... those moments, those are the ones that keep us motivated all year long.

🌴 Come to CRAFTCATION April 23-27, 2025 for...
✨Five life-changing days at the beach in California.
🎨💻Over 200 craft and business classes taught by industry experts.
😍Social gatherings to connect, educate and foster community.

Discounted early bird registration (check out our pay-as-you-want payment plan) is open now! Grab your 🎟️ via our bio 🔗. DM me with ?’s.

#makersofinstagram #craftersofinstagram #craftcation #smallbusinesssupport #smallbusinessowner #smallbizowner #craftbusinessowner #explore #fyp

Who could capture the essence of Craftcation bette

Who could capture the essence of Craftcation better than our alumsi?

🌟 Are you ready to immerse yourself in the magic next spring at Craftcation from April 23-27, 2025 in Ventura, California.

📅 Save the date for TOMORROW June 1, 2024, as we unveil discounted early bird registration for Craftcation 2025! Join us at the stunning beachside venue in Ventura, California.
💬 Drop me a DM, “BESTIE”, and I’ll ensure you’re among the first to receive updates.

❓ What’s Craftcation, you ask? ❓
5 days of inspiration
🎨 Over 200 craft classes, business workshops, social gatherings, and wellness activities
👩‍🎨 A vibrant community of 500 like-minded creatives
🎟 We sell out every year, so secure your spot without delay!

#craftcation #craftersgonnacraft #makers #makersgonnamake #crafters #craftersofinstagram #makersofinstagram #smallbusinessowner #smallbusinesssupport #artbusiness #craftbusiness #explore

Before you get frustrated, remember, she’s just

Before you get frustrated, remember, she’s just trying to protect you. Acknowledge her, then let her know you’ve got this. When she steps aside, your inner badass—full of love and courage—takes over. 💪❤️

Your dreams are worth the risk. Don’t let your inner critic’s voice stop you. You are enough. ✨

Ready to take the leap? Join us at Craftcation: five days of creativity, learning, and community at the beach. 🌊 Early bird registration is open now with flexible payment plans. Register via our bio 🔗.

Wondering if Craftcation is right for you? 📩 DM me!

#craftersgonnacraft #craftersofinstagram #makersgonnamake #makersofinstagram #craftbusiness #smallbusinessowner #smallbizowner #artbasedbusiness #smallbusinesssupport #crafts #diys #explorepage

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