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What Moms Really Need.

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Even with all the years that have gone by, I still pinch myself to know that I’m a mom. The greatest honor of my life. No one said this great honor was glamorous though. 🙂That’s me in the middle of my laundry, between my then 3-year-old and 11-month-old. I love looking at this photo because I don’t immediately look at the laundry, I zoom right into my babies and their faces. That day I showed my daughter how to pair socks, I gave up on doing all the things and focused on what was essential. The laundry can be done, […]

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Your Brand is more than your Logo – Show up for your business. – Get started.

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I once heard that your brand is what people say about your business when you’re not in the room. Being in the industry of design and advertising for over 20 years, I understand this statement. They are referring to the reputation and perception that people have of your business or personal brand. This means that your brand is not only defined by your marketing efforts, but also by what others say about you based on their experiences with your product, service, or personal interactions. In other words, “the know, like, and trust factor”, your brand is not just about what […]

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10 tips for Entrepreneurs…and moms

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As a wife & mother of four who started a small business a few years ago, I get this question a lot “What are some of the best tips you can give as an entrepreneur and mom?” The question comes in many forms and I understand why they add the mom part. There are additional challenges and mindset blocks that come up when you’re a mother. #Momguilt is real. Here’s a list of Top 10 that has helped me so far. I also want to point out that we all go through different seasons of life and motherhood. We can’t […]

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3 Essential Tools for the beginner watercolor artist – (Bonus: How I digitize art and shoot process videos)

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I’ve been getting some positive feedback whenever I would paint with my watercolors or illustrate on my social media channels. It’s so fun to know that you enjoy the process as much as I do. Some people have been asking what I use. I thought it would be easier to compile what I’ve found helpful in a post. This video should give you a summary of the process. The #plantmom phone case from the video is a product that I created for our online shop. It can be purchase here or by clicking on the image. The right tools can […]

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Can anyone be a graphic designer? Questions Graphic Design Students have asked me.

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During this coronavirus pandemic, working from home has become necessary. I’m fortunate that my line of work allows this. As a graphic designer, I have been able to continue working with clients and designing online. A lot of people have been exploring different careers that lend itself to working from home. Including graphic design. I thought I’d share this interview which I did with Ryerson University students in 2017. It was an honor to have been able to help Nate and Monica with this. They have told me that their professor now shares this interview with other students too. It […]

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Write that book, start a blog, share your story. Find your voice.

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As part of being a modern entrepreneur, you are called to bring forth skills you might not have used in a while. For me, writing is one of them. It may not be a book — maybe one day — but in the past few years, I’ve dedicated a lot of my blog stories to our children. I have this dream that they’d stumble upon it when they’re grown during a time they need it most. I pray that the heartfelt stories will help them and that it will remind them of these times. Remind them of what’s important. The […]

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#AustraliaLove Collection

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Our family has been talking about the effects of climate change on the environment. We’ve seen in the news devastating results of the drought and fires in Australia. We’re heart-broken to know human lives have been lost. Billions of animals are gone and nature destroyed. With several species already nearly extinct such as the Koala. I’m joining artists worldwide to help support organizations that aid those affected. 100% of my earnings from my #AustraliaLove collection will go towards those in need via Australia Red Cross and WIRES Australian Wildlife Rescue Organisation.  Consider donating directly to each organization as well.  My […]

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