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Awhile back I had posted on a message board about my brother, who is in Iraq, and his wife, who is expecting their first child. Molly of BlueBerriest wanted to show her appreciation for their service to our country. She was was kind enough to send my sister-in-law a wonderful baby sling. Molly was great to work with and was helpful in picking out the right size. If you are, or know anyone in the market for a baby sling, be sure to checkout www.blueberriest.com .

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Who is Georgie Designs?

Georgie Designs is a handcrafted jewelry business. But who is it really? It’s me, Robyn Klauer, the owner, marketing manager, money manager, researcher, secretary, and oh…I design and make jewelry, too!

Why did you decide to start a business?

I have always been crafty. Jewelry making has been my favorite of all things tried. I had been making it for years and giving it away. I decided it was getting too expensive so I started selling it on the side. Then after I had my daughter, it just seemed the perfect fit to work from home doing something I loved while still getting to give 110% to my daughter.

How did you get started?

I first sold on eBay. But eBay is difficult. There are so many jewelry people selling that it is hard to make any money. So I decided to have my own website. My current website is actually my second attempt. I had a site back in 2005 but gave it up because it was too expensive to maintain and I was discouraged by how hard it is to get Google to find you. I was working full time as a School Psychologist at the time so I didn’t really give it my all.

What do you sell?

Handcrafted jewelry using quality ingredients such as sterling silver and semiprecious gemstones.

What would you have done differently in the beginning?

I would have not given up so easily! It is a lot of work, but the harder you work and the longer you’ve been doing it, the smarter you get. It takes a lot of time to get it right, in my opinion.

What advice would you offer to a WAHM just getting started?

Don’t get discouraged when things are slow in the beginning. It is a learning process that takes time. And just because you have talent and put up a website, doesn’t mean people will buy from you. Marketing is the most improtant part of the business. If you don’t have an image, and people can’t find you, you won’t be successful! Oh, and don’t be afraid to tell everyone you meet that you own a business. Word of mouth is huge!

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Etsy Labs has put together a great little video with product photo tips.

View it here: http://blip.tv/file/423766/ 

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• A Singer CE-250 embroidery/sewing machine & serger valued at $1200.
• A complete custom website design including online store and hosting from BizLandCrafters.com valued at $2100.
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• A $375 Premium Subscription to the Online Learning Library at Lynda.com.
• A signed copy of Nifty, Thrifty, and Kitschy Crafts by Leah Kramer, founder of Craftster.org
• A HomeGrownMarket.com Handmade Gift Pack valued at $350
• PLUS the winner will also be featured in the Spring 2008 issue of Adorn Magazine!

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Who is Cute2Carry?

Tracey - Owner and Designer of Cute2Carry

I’m SO ordinary!!! Just like many of you….I’m simply a mom who loves to sew and be crafty! And I like cute handbags, of course. I have 3 very busy, sporty boys (one being my husband), and my girly sewing room is often my escape! When I’m not designing and sewing handbags, I’m outside enjoying our gorgeous Arizona weather - swimming, running and hanging out with my family.

Why did you decide to start a business?

It was a dare…my sister dared me! Plus, she liked the handbag gifts I’d make for her. Who was I to back down? She even named the business for me.

How did you get started?

Very simply! I found an online shopping cart (www.hyenacart.com) that was reasonable and offered a free template to set up my online store. I made 8 handbags and put them up for sale. I emailed the link to family and friends and within hours I began to make sales.

What do you sell?

Handbags. Really cute handbags! I also sell diaper bags, knitting totes, and accessories to match.

What would you have done differently in the beginning?

Not too much. I kept things simple which helped me build my confidence as an Indie Designer. Utilizing a light box made a huge difference displaying my products. This was recommended to me after a couple of months in business, and I have been told on more than one occasion that a particular product sold because of how it was photographed. They are inexpensive and available on Ebay, believe it or not!

What advice would you offer to a WAHM just getting started?

Go for it! It doesn’t have to be expensive to get started, and you will likely find that your passion carries interest for others (buyers), too. Consider what you look for when making a purchase (for me, it was professional looking images), and be sure that your own store reflects this as well. Also, don’t be afraid to take it to the next level, once you’ve gotten your feet wet, and challenge yourself to succeed! Get your own domain name if you haven’t yet, build your site to look more professional (Cicily has done wonders for mine!) and consider focusing a bit more on advertising your product.