In My Haven: October 14, 2022
This week in my haven I've got three things on my mind simultaneously. One: find new/better ways to connect with people who are interested in what I make. Two: prep for my final farmers market of the season. Three: gear up for the holiday season. Read on to find out a bit more about each of these things and learn what else is happening in my haven.
Connecting
Using Instagram and Facebook to try to connect with people who are interested in what I make has felt pretty, well…pointless lately. I've heard so many other small business owners say this too. It feels like a moving target when you're at the mercy of “the algorithm”, and it increasingly feels very one-sided instead of social. So, I'm trying to build other connections in other ways. As you can tell since you are reading this, I want to share more through my journal right here. I'm also working on building relationships with other small businesses in the Chicago area (more about that soon). Finally, I'm going to try branching out on Pinterest and even a bit on YouTube, where others who are interested in free motion appliqué can potentially find out more about what I do. If you're feeling burnt out on social media too, please feel free to vent in the comments because I'll definitely be sympathetic!
Haven Handmade Shop Appliqué of the Week
Book Lover Bookmarks
I needed to restock bookmarks for the South Loop Farmers Market this Saturday and I thought it was time for a new design. I love it and I hope you do too! I'm excited that I can use all types of fantastic fabrics for the appliqué and every single one will look amazing. These are available at markets where I'm selling and in the online shop. For this coming week only, get 10% off any items with this appliqué with the code BOOKLOVER.
Coming Soon
Poinsettia
In between sewing for orders and markets, I am designing and testing new appliqués for Christmas and winter. This poinsettia is one of them. I think it will look great on a fabric basket or pillow. What do you think?
More From My Haven
Since life isn't all business, here’s a little more about what’s happening in my haven this week.
What I'm cooking: Avgolemono Soup (Greek chicken and rice soup with a lemony, eggy broth)
What I'm making: Work on Joanna’s 2022 Halloween costume has commenced! She wants to be a monarch butterfly princess. We've got the wings partially done, but there is more to do, which I'll be sure to share.
What I'm reading: The Memory of Babel by Christelle Dabos (Book 3 of the Mirror Visitor series)
What I'm reading with Joanna: Freya and the Magic Jewel by Joan Holub and Suzanne Williams
What's happening in your haven this week?
Warmly,
Beth
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