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How Quilting is Like Creative Web Design

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I used to spend a huge amount of my time designing and coding websites. I found that when my creative web design company, Aeolidia, grew enough that I was in a management role and could no longer do client work myself, I needed a replacement creative activity. Today I'm taking a break from my usual all-business posts here to show you something just for fun. My son was almost … [Read more...] about How Quilting is Like Creative Web Design

{FREE SCREENSAVER} Merry Merry!

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Now who said this? Does anyone know? I've seen it referenced several times, but never attributed to anyone... It's so sweet and the sentiment seems perfect for our month of merry-making! Into Each Day Put: One Teaspoon of Good Spirits, a Dash of Fun, a Pinch of Folly, and a Huge Heap Full of Laughter~ Unknown The above illustration is available as a screensaver.  Click the … [Read more...] about {FREE SCREENSAVER} Merry Merry!

Following an idea from Cornwall to New York

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This time last year, I had a vision of a participatory Story of Mum exhibition celebrating motherhood. I had never hosted an exhibition before, I had no idea how to budget or deliver one, and I didn’t consider myself in any way an artist. But I went ahead and made an application to the Arts Council anyway - because I believe in following up on those ideas that won’t stop … [Read more...] about Following an idea from Cornwall to New York

Shop Small for Black Friday, Small Biz Saturday & Cyber Monday!

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Image source art via CreativeMarket   This weekend, there will be sales-a-plenty both on and offline for Black Friday, Small Biz Saturday and Cyber Monday. Why not support your fellow creative businesses by shopping small this weekend? Here are some great promos from our community + add yours in the comments! ART & PAPER GOODS Ink And Dirt Designs - typography … [Read more...] about Shop Small for Black Friday, Small Biz Saturday & Cyber Monday!

Handmade Holiday Shop: CharlieBoy Press

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Hi! My name is Geri Jewitt and many of you may remember when I used to be fairly frequent visitor to these here parts... well, I've been off learning a new trade and streamlining my business to better serve you! I've recently refocused my Design Studio (The Languid Lion) to primarily focus on branding and design solutions for small businesses and I've been working long hours … [Read more...] about Handmade Holiday Shop: CharlieBoy Press