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Thanks to everyone who has purchased a copy of 'How to Draw Like a Loon' thus far. They are still available HERE, before Christmas, to those in the UK. I'll open that up to the 'rest of the world' after the holiday.
You know, I've come across many a learning curve since opening my little Etsy shop, a couple of years back, and especially since I started making and selling zines. One of those curves, that I am currently in the process of tackling, is how to keep the personal touch whilst running an efficient small business.
You see, the postage and packing of the last couple of zines was ridiculously time consuming. I didn't make things easy for myself. In fact I seemed to make them impossibly difficult. Some of you who follow my blog, and who have purchased my zines, may recall the 'Nut' envelope decorating debacle. Plus, you may remember the hand written teeny weeny pixie letters and gift tags that came with 'About A Book' zine and caused my last nervous breakdown.
To say those experiences were stressful is an great big understatement and I will not be going back there. Imagine hand decorating envelopes for over 250 zines. The scene below is just a glimpse into how that felt.
That HAD to change. Since then my friend has taken over the running of my shop and the mailing of zines. While this has meant that the orders are being sent out a day or two after they come in, the personal touch has been lost along the way. So, how do you do both? Is it possible to do both? I think so. And, have a few ideas on how to redress the balance. One is little limited edition compliment slips that change every so often, drawn especially to express my gratitude to you, like the one at the top of his post.
I hope these experiences of mine may be useful to you should you be considering zine making and opening up your own little Etsy shop.
And, finally another little plug for my new zine 'How to Draw Like a Loon'. The perfect stocking filler for anyone who loves to draw. Buy it HERE now.
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Finally, finally my new zine is up for sale. But, hold your horses. This time I made sure I was ready to go. I've waited until I had the zine, the envelopes and the other bits and pieces in my hands before listing it. In the past, you may recall, I jumped in head first, not prepared and I vowed to myself that I'd never do that again. It was soooo stressful.
However, in waiting until I had all the components ready for the off I have missed the 'rest of the world' Christmas deadline. So, I am only going to be putting this little zine up for sale to Europe and the UK this side of Crimbo. Sorry, about that rest of the world. Don't forget to keep some of your Christmas money to get your copy after the holiday.
I'm absolutely chuffed to bits with 'How to Draw Like A Loon'. It's the best yet. I hope you will be just as chuffed.
Some actual photos to come.
So, get your copy HERE.
Europe you HAVE to order this weekend to get Loon before Christmas!
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Here's the last of he classified ads that will feature in my next zine. You know, last year I made a post where I vowed to never ever launch a new zine before Christmas. I am such an idiot. I really am.
Plus, on the subject, I was going to list 'How To Draw Like A Loon' today but after consulting my part time manager/shop keeper/advisor, Tim, I was advised not to. It is currently at the printers and he suggested that I do not list it until I have it in my hands and it's ready to go. That way, I shouldn't be making future posts where I apologise for it being late. Like I usually do.
Also, I would like to take this opportunity to ...er....ahem....apologise to all those who have been waiting to see their classified ads for bloody ages. I....er...welll.....uh....ahem....you know?
Boy, I hear you on the personal service through Etsy. One of the things that keeps me coming back to one Etsy seller is because of her hand written thank you notes, her personalized feedback messages, and the little tea bag that comes with every order.
I don't have time to hand write messages in my Etsy orders during the holiday season, but I do that other months along with a 10% code for their next purchase.
Maybe there's a way to photocopy a written note so it still looks original? ;-)
Hi Joni,
yeah, I've been there. It's just impossible to keep that up. That's pretty much the idea I've had with the compliment slips; I made the original drawing and am now photocopying them. Also, I think this works with the whole zine/photocopy vibe. Thanks for your comment. It's good to hear other people's experiences, and is why i felt I should make this post.
Cheers!
just amazing, I loooove your artworks!
I don't have time to hand write messages in my Etsy orders during the holiday season, but I do that other months along with a 10% code for their next purchase.Do best, no regret!moncler jackets good topic, I will concern on.
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Hi, I love your artwork. it is truly inspiring. The unfortunate fact is that it's been stolen by a girl on DeviantART:
http://missashford.deviantart.com/art/Thoughts-Of-Shoes-And-Doodles-273961880
After looking at her profile I thought she looked suspicious so I checked her pictures to see if they were theived, turns out, quite abit of them are.
I don't know whether you actually care about this or not I just thought that you'd like to know.
Thanks for reading.
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Felicitaciones por este blog!!! Eres una de mis ilustradoras favoritas, Saludos desde Suramérica
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