Above: The Cradle Walk at Kensington Palace It always makes me laugh how when people picture the self-employed they often imagine us lazing about the house, idly checking Facebook in our pyjamas instead of actually working. Well, I don’t know about you guys, but if I’m working in my pyjamas it’s usually a sign that I’ve been too darn busy to have a shower and have … [Read more...] about Schedule Some Adventure!
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Happy Birthday OMHG! 4 Years of Community & a Big Announcement
Image by the super-talented Emily of Em Dash Paper for our Community Art Print project Dearest friends, this is the fifth July 1st that I've sat down to write for OMHG - a full 1460 days of community goodness requires some serious cupcakes and confetti. This year was a huge one so I'm going back in time to the day I wrote my very first post and collecting some of the … [Read more...] about Happy Birthday OMHG! 4 Years of Community & a Big Announcement
Adventures in Branding with Tara Swiger
I recently had the experience every designer dreams of-an enthusiastic client who was able to clearly explain their brand story & customer + had a love for spaceships! From the second Tara Swiger emailed me about redesigning her branding and website I knew we were going to have a grand time working together, so even though I wasn't even looking for new projects I said yes! … [Read more...] about Adventures in Branding with Tara Swiger
Ride the Wave: Bookkeeping & How To Upload a CSV
As small business owners we wear a lot of hats, and 'the bookkeeper' hat seems to be one of the least favorite out there. What I'm about to share with you might just change that. Friends, meet Wave... What is Wave? Wave is an awesome, cloud-based, integrated software and tools for small businesses. So far, that includes Invoicing, Accounting, Payroll, Payments and more, plus … [Read more...] about Ride the Wave: Bookkeeping & How To Upload a CSV
Crafting Community at our Etsy Craft Party + a DIY Photo Transfer Tote
On June 6th makers around the world gathered to celebrate craft and community for the annual Etsy Craft Party, OMHG included! I teamed up with Bryanna Chapeski & Etsy Canada to host Halifax's first official craft party in a gorgeous downtown flower shop. With the help of our friends the event was an awesome success with a full house of happy crafters all having fun learning … [Read more...] about Crafting Community at our Etsy Craft Party + a DIY Photo Transfer Tote
