Two years ago today, I took a really, really big leap of faith: I started selling my art work. I had no idea my art would be accepted or interesting, but I did it anyways because I had to. Part of being an artist includes a need to share, give and express. Opening my ETSY shop 2 years ago filled that need.
And it's been 2 years! What started from a corner computer desk in our small apartment bedroom has grown to a 4 person operation. I have met some incredible people, made valuable connections and have grown so much as an artist since that day. I am so glad I made big leap: it was scary, but oh so worth it. It's been an incredible journey for myself as well as for my family, and I want to thank you for your support! It has meant so much!
*You must indulge me for a second while I take a couple lines to thank the person who is responsible for why I am still here: my incredible side-kick and better half. My husband has been so generous with his efforts: countless dinners made, laundry done, floors vacuumed and children tended to so that I could squeeze in "just one more hour" of time to my passion. Without him, I would have burned out long ago. But he believes in me and has encouraged me the whole way. When I have wanted to just give up (and there have been a few sleep-deprived moments of "why am I doing this" kind of talk) he has been my cheerleader. And somehow through it all, we have had time still to be together as a family, run a small business, have a third baby and manage normal (and magical) family living. We have been truly blessed. He is my best friend.
Ok! Now for the fun stuff:
Every Party needs party favors...and this is a good one!
The Giveaway includes:
Gifts from my shop as well as Warm Biscuit Bedding Company: a wonderful online store...one of the first in the market to offer personalized and custom gifts and decor for children. My products have been in their online retail store for a while now and I have just loved their company. You are just going to love these:
A set of Matruoshka dolls
and 3 darling suitcases. You can't pass this up!
a Personalized Family Tree and
and a set of 10 Halloween Cards from Yours Truly.
- All you need to do is enter a comment below (just say "Hi", smile and wave...offer a suggestion...or just say "Happy Birthday")
- Thursday, I will present the winner here on the blog. Make sure to include your email address in your comment.
- Entries are valid through Wednesday at Midnight (EST)
But of course, we can't all win this one. So....
THIS WEEK ONLY:
FREE shipping atWarm Biscuit Bedding Companywhen you make a purchase and mention: Sarah Jane as your coupon code
and...
BUY 2 GET 1 FREE in my shop!
- Purchase TWO items in my shop.
- At the time of purchase, MENTION the FREE item you would like in the message to seller box.
- FREE items can only be equal to or LESS than the other items purchased.
- There is a cap of TWO free items for the entire order.
But remember: every good party comes to an end: Wednesday October 7th at midnight (EST) is your last chance!
Have fun everyone. And thanks so much for all your wonderful support and e-friendship (is that a word? well, it is now...and it's meant so much to me!)
Spread the word, and have fun at the party!
xo
sarah jane