One of the seminars that really has my wheels turning is the Blogging For The Love Of It seminar on day1 of BlogHer.
It got me thinking about why I blog....about this little niche in the blogosphere that I've carved out for my artsy self.
Why do I blog? What do I get out of it?
Is it just to put out my art and products, get feedback and hopefully some customers?
The simple answer is no to all of that.
The longer answer...
I blog because I love to write. It has always come really naturally for me and I find that it is a really organic fit with the art that I do. I get to create something, start to finish, and then share it with the world. How often do you get that opportunity?
I blog because I have something to share. Yes, I blog about my house and my family, about who we are, local businesses, other mompreneurs and my little artsy company...but I blog because I have something to share.
It might be pictures....an interesting home decor tip...maybe even a DIY tutorial
For me, it's about sharing and getting the creative ideas out there.
I'm really excited about this seminar at BlogHer and think that it will be amazing to connect with other like minded bloggers who blog just for the love of it.
Why do you blog?
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April 18, 2012
WAHM Wednesday: Nostalgic New York
Unlike some of my roomies, attending BlogHer isn't my first NYC experience.
Thankfully, my husband has family about a 40 minute train ride from the city and we've been able to go and visit them a couple of times. We even had a little babymoon in NYC just before we got pregnant with our son.
I was feeling a little nostalgic, and started looking through our pictures from our last trip in 2009.
Oh roomies...we are having cupcakes from this bakery...it is a must!
Can we squeeze in a Yankees game??
Excited for a group shot in Times Square
As much fun as it is to go on vacation with your husband, there's just something about a girls trip that is really exciting. Being able to get all dolled up in some fancy new clothes, going out for a fabulous dinner and then drinks on some rooftop patio
*sigh* Why is it only April!?
Thankfully, my husband has family about a 40 minute train ride from the city and we've been able to go and visit them a couple of times. We even had a little babymoon in NYC just before we got pregnant with our son.
I was feeling a little nostalgic, and started looking through our pictures from our last trip in 2009.
Oh roomies...we are having cupcakes from this bakery...it is a must!
Can we squeeze in a Yankees game??
Excited for a group shot in Times Square
As much fun as it is to go on vacation with your husband, there's just something about a girls trip that is really exciting. Being able to get all dolled up in some fancy new clothes, going out for a fabulous dinner and then drinks on some rooftop patio
*sigh* Why is it only April!?
February 29, 2012
WAHM Wednesday: Call For Sponsors!
So in the past few weeks, my roomies Shannon, Melissa and I have been busy with booking hotels, flights, conference tickets, looking at accessories and talking to possible sponsors about our journey to BlogHer'12!
It's so exciting to me. The day that we booked out hotel and when I booked my flight...I just felt...felt like it was Christmas {almost}.
Exciting
Nerve-wracking
Thrilling, to say the least!
I'm busily working on Spring photo shoots with Atutudes and Hanlon Lain Photography for my media kits, and you know what would look awesome on them? Your logo!
That's right! This is my official call for sponsors!
I have three awesome packages, and would absolutely love to take your brand to BlogHer'12!
If you're interested in collaborating with Sweet Stella's, I'd love to hear from you! Email me at shannon@sweetstellas.com
It's so exciting to me. The day that we booked out hotel and when I booked my flight...I just felt...felt like it was Christmas {almost}.
Exciting
Nerve-wracking
Thrilling, to say the least!
I'm busily working on Spring photo shoots with Atutudes and Hanlon Lain Photography for my media kits, and you know what would look awesome on them? Your logo!
That's right! This is my official call for sponsors!
I have three awesome packages, and would absolutely love to take your brand to BlogHer'12!
If you're interested in collaborating with Sweet Stella's, I'd love to hear from you! Email me at shannon@sweetstellas.com
February 22, 2012
WAHM Wednesday: Wardrobe
I learned from Jenni last year, that your BlogHer wardrobe is very important.
I was talking to my husband a few weeks ago about what I would wear at the cocktail events, and how I wanted to get a whole new wardrobe.
In my dreams, maybe. In reality...not so much.
This outfit, however, will definitely be making its way into my suitcase, along with many a handcrafted accessory that I will blog about in the coming weeks.
{minus the stroller of course....}
One of my favourite accessories is from BailyBelle, and it definitely will be coming to NYC with me!
BlogHer'12 is, afterall, taking place in NYC...you know...the land of Carrie Bradshaw...*sigh*
My plan is to pack some simple but fabulous clothes, a tonne of unique accessories like the gorgeous cocktail ring above, and shoe...oh...shoes...
My Sam and Libby suede peep toe booties (pictured above) will definitely by in my bag. Those Chuck Taylor's that I blogged about a few weeks ago, they might find their way into my bag as well since the conference is in August...birthday in September...
I'm going to need to find some amazing, yet reasonably priced, shoes for a night (or two) out on the town with my girls. Any suggestions for this 5'2" gal? Channel your inner Carrie Bradshaw and let me know!
I was talking to my husband a few weeks ago about what I would wear at the cocktail events, and how I wanted to get a whole new wardrobe.
In my dreams, maybe. In reality...not so much.
This outfit, however, will definitely be making its way into my suitcase, along with many a handcrafted accessory that I will blog about in the coming weeks.
{minus the stroller of course....}
One of my favourite accessories is from BailyBelle, and it definitely will be coming to NYC with me!
BlogHer'12 is, afterall, taking place in NYC...you know...the land of Carrie Bradshaw...*sigh*
My plan is to pack some simple but fabulous clothes, a tonne of unique accessories like the gorgeous cocktail ring above, and shoe...oh...shoes...
My Sam and Libby suede peep toe booties (pictured above) will definitely by in my bag. Those Chuck Taylor's that I blogged about a few weeks ago, they might find their way into my bag as well since the conference is in August...birthday in September...
I'm going to need to find some amazing, yet reasonably priced, shoes for a night (or two) out on the town with my girls. Any suggestions for this 5'2" gal? Channel your inner Carrie Bradshaw and let me know!
October 7, 2011
Y3W: Tina Dean Designs
I have been waiting allllll week to post this!
My first real honest to goodness product sponsor for BlogHer'12!
I first met Tina when we joined up with The Artisan group, and we've really hit it off. When I told her recently that I'll be attending BlogHer'12 next summer in NYC, she mentioned how neat it would be for me to carry one of her bags at the conference.
We got to collaborating this week and have decided on a messenger-cross-body bag, that I can keep all of the essentials in.
Her items are awesome; 100% ecofriendly and she creates them by using grocery bags, VHS tape, things of the sort to create plarn. They are totally chic and lovely, and I cannot wait to represent TDD at BlogHer with my Messenger bag!
Tina recently participated in the GBK Productions 63rd Primetime Emmy Awards Gifting Suite, where her wristlets were loved by Catherine O'Hara, Penny Marshall, and Nina Peeples. The Celebs were chomping at the bit to get their hands on them, and Tina has received such amazing feedback from them about her work!
I think I might have to get a wristlet for the night events, and just because I'm a clutch-loving-girl and think that repurposing and upcycling is so incredibly important!
Check out Tina Dean Designs! Have a colour preference? Start saving your bags and she can create one just for you!! I sent her a whole whack of green grocery bags that are unique to a Canadian store, so she can start and Eh! line (clever, eh? I thought so!)
Looking to sponsor and be featured at BlogHer as well as other opportunities such as twitter parties and gifting suites? Let me know! shannon@sweetstellas.com
My first real honest to goodness product sponsor for BlogHer'12!
I first met Tina when we joined up with The Artisan group, and we've really hit it off. When I told her recently that I'll be attending BlogHer'12 next summer in NYC, she mentioned how neat it would be for me to carry one of her bags at the conference.
We got to collaborating this week and have decided on a messenger-cross-body bag, that I can keep all of the essentials in.
- water bottle
- media cards
- business cards
- camera
- cell phone/blackberry
- wallet
- notebook
Her items are awesome; 100% ecofriendly and she creates them by using grocery bags, VHS tape, things of the sort to create plarn. They are totally chic and lovely, and I cannot wait to represent TDD at BlogHer with my Messenger bag!
Tina recently participated in the GBK Productions 63rd Primetime Emmy Awards Gifting Suite, where her wristlets were loved by Catherine O'Hara, Penny Marshall, and Nina Peeples. The Celebs were chomping at the bit to get their hands on them, and Tina has received such amazing feedback from them about her work!
I think I might have to get a wristlet for the night events, and just because I'm a clutch-loving-girl and think that repurposing and upcycling is so incredibly important!
Check out Tina Dean Designs! Have a colour preference? Start saving your bags and she can create one just for you!! I sent her a whole whack of green grocery bags that are unique to a Canadian store, so she can start and Eh! line (clever, eh? I thought so!)
Looking to sponsor and be featured at BlogHer as well as other opportunities such as twitter parties and gifting suites? Let me know! shannon@sweetstellas.com
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