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Satisfying customers bring me so much joy. Positive responses from happy customers reemphasize one of the many reasons why I do what I do. I will post testimonials periodically to share the love. This customer purchased a Leah tote bag lined with nice ‘n’ thick plaid upcycled tablecloth. Since she […]
Being an entrepreneur is super exciting…never a dull moment, right? Marketing, branding, designing, SEO-ing, creating, connecting, accounting, making sales…while trying not to forget to eat, drink plenty of water, sleep, reserve some quality “me time”. I am continually learning new ways to improve and build my business. I probably know about 1%, […]
Saturday could not have been a more beautiful day! The cherry blossoms were in full bloom, the sun was shining, the sky was as bright as can be, everyone was out frolicking in their spring attire and I got to spend the entire day outside at the City Repair Earth […]
Talk about a super productive week! Between preparing a display for my first Portland fair, where 5th Season will be a participating “sustainable business” vendor, and getting my hands dirty and successfully replacing the 22-year-old starter of my vintage baby (1989 Toyota Camry) sucking up much of my week, I was […]
I am so excited about my my FIRST Portland fair where I will be a participating vendor: City Repair Earth Day!! I have been preparing all week – building more inventory, perfecting the display, neatly packing away my bags And how perfect is this that my first event is for Earth […]
Phew, what a busy week! Custom orders, more Alice shoulder bags and Ace iPad sleeves…! Here is a compilation of some of the bags I made this week. These can all be found at my Etsy Shop. “Ace” iPad sleeves: “Alice” shoulder bags: Custom “Sam” carriers: This customer gave me a pair […]
Have you ever seen a Japanese tea ceremony in action? If not, you truly must! It is one of the most calming, beautiful, meticulous, disciplined ceremonies to witness. An epidemy of Japanese culture if you ask me! During these ceremonies, in a number of carefully placed procedures where each hand stroke, sitting position and […]
Maria S. of Maria Digital Scrapbook asked to interview me last month when 5th Season was featured on the front page of Etsy. This is hot off the press interview, baby! Enjoy! Artistry: Interview with 5th Season – the place to find that bag for Summer!
As you all know, April is Earth Month and the 22nd reserved as the epic EARTH DAY. I did a little research of events in Portland and nearby locations to encourage a weekend of fun and community service. April 20, 2011: BNI (Business Network International) Sustainable Night Out When: April […]
Last night’s A Benefit for Japan at Mississippi Pub helped raised $991 (!!!) to support Japan’s much needed relief efforts in the wake of the devastating earthquake and tsunami. The event was organized by Meg Marsh and combined music, art, food, beer and great community synergy all in one night. A […]
