Not so much self-help

I've been reading a lot of blogs lately and I've, just this morning, discovered a bit of intrigue that I'm just itching to write about. 

There are a zillion and one blogs out there right now.  And, there are almost just as many blogs for social media tips, tricks, and cure-alls.  Personally, I can only read so many of these before I've heard it all.  I know that technology is ever-evolving and there's always something new and game-changing on the cusp of being released.  But, I'm officially over how to make the most of Twitter marketing and how to get more fans on your Facebook Fanpage.  Of course, as of today, "fans" are no longer fans but rather people that "like" you or your product.  Either way, you know what I mean.  I'm just tired of hearing the same thing in a new way.  

On a similar note, I've also seen increasingly more and more blogs dedicated to supporting Etsy sellers and handmade advocates.  I've seen how to optimize search engines and tutorials on how to take magazine quality photos with your light box. Again, I can only read so many versions of these articles before I've squeezed out every last bit of usable information.  Suddenly and in a moment, the topic is exhausted.

That is why I'm so pleased to uncover a few new blogs that I appreciate, not because of their "how to use twitter to market your business" articles, but rather because of the honest and transparent approach to building something valuable.  Whether it be an online, handmade business or a bit of character within the depths of who a person is, some blogs just stand out because you know that the person on the other side of the computer holds a high regard for the empowerment of others.

I'm not going to name any names here, because I want to plant a seed.  As you are reading your favorite blogs, do a touch of evaluation.  Are there any links on your blogroll that challenge you as a person?  That encourage you to get past your fears of not succeeding or maybe succeeding at your business?  That move you to shift the way you think about why you do what you do?  If not, go find one.  It'll change your life.     

Change the World Ticket from AFavorite on Etsy

Lots of pages!

I am so in love with Blogger right now!  I've been looking for a way to add information about my services to my blog.  That's why the "pages" option is such a dream come true.  As you can see, you no longer need to visit my website to sign up for the newsletter or to inquire about parties, wholesale, custom, and side projects.  Heck, you can even shop from my blog.  I mean, really, who even needs a website anymore? (-;   

ReddingHandmade

Have you heard about my newest project, ReddingHandmade? If not, you must not log into your Facebook very often. I'm MAD about handmade and I established a group to represent my obsession with it.

Ok, so I made the group for other reasons too. But one over the top reason (that is a great blog topic) is my obsession for all things handmade. And, strangely, as I get farther and farther into the making of the group... the love grows and grows. I used to just like handmade but now I adore it. I adore it the way that Audrey Hepburn adored classy.

Want to know more about my new project? Go check out ReddingHandmade now and see for yourself. Or become a fan on Facebook and support handmade artists. You can also follow our Blog and see the comprehensive list of local shops.

Name Change

So there are 2 parts to the name change reference. For one, I got married about 5 months ago now and I still haven't changed my name fully. I've changed it with the state but not on any of my important documents. I'll call Social Security tomorrow. The Department of Transportation will just have to wait. Even still, my social media name is Chrystal Lynn Paasch Simmons. That's only so people will recognize me, not because it's factual.

On another note, I have actually changed the name of my blog. I used to blog about life and school in Redding (which I'm done with) and a boyfriend (which is now a husband) and my creativity (which has it's own blog now). So, I've sort of wanted to start back up again but wasn't sure what I'd actually have to say. Even now, I still don't fully know. But, I suppose that I figured I might as well start somewhere.

Anyway, that's pretty much it for tonight. I'm currently doing temp work full time so that plus jewelry plus husband keeps me super busy. I think I want to post my new favorite recipe tomorrow. Be on the lookout. It's the one that I Twitter about every time I think about it. Ok, now you're in suspense...

How to do wholesale

Got you. No, I'm not going to tell you how to build a wholesaling empire today. On this blog, you'll find mostly creative muses and quirky inspiration and friendly banter. But though I'm probably not so great at tutorials, I am pretty good at finding good resources. And I found a good one this morning on Twitter for anyone looking to offer wholesale.

Handmadenews.org - Are You Ready to Wholesale - Part 1

There are 3 parts and each builds off of the next. Now go get your wholesale packet together!

Blog Facelift

As soon as I get my new laptop, I'm going to give this blog a facelift. I've seen so many super hip blogs lately, I'm actually embarressed by my own. Stay tuned for the debut of my blog's new dress!

Oh Cyber World, Watch Out Now!

So just bought a laptop on eBay yesterday. It's a red Gateway. Once I get moving on it, I will back post (just shameful!) so that i will have finally let everyone in on the amazing roadtrip I had over a month ago.

It should be here by the first of the week. I know I keep promising attention to my blog, but I mean it this time. You will read a medley of late night surmises, random and possibly wonky marketing ploys, and a myriad of melodramatic muses (that all end happy, I'm sure).

AAAAAHHHHHHHHHHHH, I'm so excited!

dang, this blog is in shambles....

so i'm always trying something new and different. always considering new ways to link all of my cyber life together. sometimes it works well, other times the gesture is much like a bad outfit. good idea, wrong execution. anyway, i need to tighten things up here.

for instance, i noticed that my parallel jewelry supply photos are intermingled with pictures of me! if want to hear about me, why would you care about stones? good question, chrystal.

anyway, i still haven't posted dallas. so wrong. i just keep deliberating over how i'll do it. i should have done a story here or a story there all throughout the trip. however, there was no time for that. it was a full on adventure. i think i'll just go along and pick a photo and tell a story. yes, that's what i'll do. and i'll do one at a time as not to make myself nuts.

in the meantime, follow me on twitter. yes, do that. http://twitter.com/chrystalpaasch.

posting, oh, posting.

i think i have a hard time updating my blog sometimes. i think it may have to do w/ the fact that i can get my jewelry blog to feed over to my social media sites but can't figure out to how to get this one. it makes me uninspired to think i'll have to copy and paste. oh, the horror. anyway, i'm going to do a bad thing and backblog. it's sort of like being backlogged on blogging. yes, that's what it is. so i guess i should post about my texas trip. i wonder if i can remember anything but the shining faces i saw there. oh yes, i weight about 5 pounds more because of that beautiful trip. (-;

watch for it.

Interview!

check out the LillyShayStyle blog to see me featured as an etsy artist. there are questions about the creative process and how i got started. fun!!

it's been a long, long time coming...

i've not posted in forever, i know. however, tonight i'm working on increasing my web presence for chrystalyn jewelry. just thought i'd go ahead and pop in to say hello. plan on writing a novella w/ updates very soon. i know, promises, promises...