A New Adventure

July 8, 2017 9:10pm CST
I just recently started my own business. I hand paint different signs, crafts & things. It's something I've done for a while for myself but.... I've had a lot of people encourage me to start turning it from a hobby of mine to a business. Just Craftin' Around is my new adventure. I've never run a business before but I love what I do! I can't wait to see all that this journey has in store for my family & I! Have you ever started a business? Ever dreamed of starting one? Maybe today's the day!
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@andriaperry (116936)
• Anniston, Alabama
9 Jul 17
Way to go!
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10 Jul 17
@Andriaperry thank you!
• United States
9 Jul 17
I have always thought about starting my own business. My grandmother wanted me to open my own bakery because I love to bake. However, I am not certain I would like to dedicate a lot of time into doing so.
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@GardenGerty (160696)
• United States
9 Jul 17
For some people, turning it into a business would take away the fun.
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• United States
9 Jul 17
@GardenGerty I so agree. When I was making gifts for people I enjoyed it so much more than when I started doing craft shows.
10 Jul 17
@elusivebutterfly I understand that! It is so hard to start a business!
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@Hatley (163776)
• Garden Grove, California
9 Jul 17
good luck pn your bus iness may it prosper
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9 Jul 17
@Hatley Thank you so much! I am so glad that my sister @Lovingmybabies told me about you. You are such a sweet person!
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@Courtlynn (67085)
• United States
9 Jul 17
@tattoomama wait, you and Jen are sisters?
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10 Jul 17
@Courtlynn yes we are!
@jstory07 (139742)
• Roseburg, Oregon
9 Jul 17
I like the sign you made in the picture. That is really nice. I think you will do good in your own business.
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10 Jul 17
@jstory07 Thank you so much! If you'd ever like something made just let me know!
@Courtlynn (67085)
• United States
9 Jul 17
Thats awesome! Glad you're enjoying what you're doing!
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10 Jul 17
@courtlynn Thank you! Me too!
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@amandajay (23264)
• New Zealand
10 Jul 17
Best of luck for your business. Even I do crafting. Still couldn't find a good local market for them
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@amandajay (23264)
• New Zealand
10 Jul 17
@tattoomama welcome
10 Jul 17
@Amanda Jay Thank you!
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@GardenGerty (160696)
• United States
9 Jul 17
I have thought about it, talked about it, but never really gotten into it. This should do well if the way people like crafted decor around here is any indication.
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10 Jul 17
I was like that for a long time but after losing almost $1400 a month I had to try something. Hoping people will start placing orders more frequently soon!
@celticeagle (167015)
• Boise, Idaho
9 Jul 17
Never had one. Not talented at all. Good luck on your new journey.
@celticeagle (167015)
• Boise, Idaho
10 Jul 17
@tattoomama ......I am a writer.
10 Jul 17
@celtiCagle I'm so sorry! I'm sure your talented with something, even if crafting is not your thing. Thank you!
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@akp100 (13640)
• India
9 Jul 17
Is the photo of your creation? Well, I have dream for starting my own business, and I hope I can do that in future. I tried it in past but actually wasn't able to start even properly because of some reasons. Congrats for your business. And wish you all the best for it. I wish you get all success.
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@akp100 (13640)
• India
10 Jul 17
@tattoomama I must say your work is really good. You have took good decision for converting your hobby in business. You will do well.
10 Jul 17
@akp100 yes the photo is a sign I've made for a customer! I'm sorry it didn't work for you the first time & I hope you get to start one again soon! Thank you so much!!
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@averygirl72 (37845)
• Philippines
14 Jul 17
Wow that sounds nice turning hobby into business. Wishing you success
• Eugene, Oregon
9 Jul 17
I hope your business does very well.
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@dianadee (1778)
• South Africa
21 Jul 17
Congratulations! Hope your new business goes from strength to strength!
@JudyEv (340200)
• Rockingham, Australia
9 Jul 17
Best of luck with your new business. I hope it does really well for you.
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@dgobucks226 (35615)
9 Jul 17
Good luck with your business venture. My Mom taught me how to make these hand-crafted angels. I've sold a few in the past and given them to my friends. They hang nicely on a Christmas tree or in the window. Here's a photo of one. Hard to make a business out of it though. Too much competition, but a nice hobby nonetheless.
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@BarBaraPrz (47332)
• St. Catharines, Ontario
9 Jul 17
I had my own typesetting business until everybody and their dog started getting computers and thinking they could jolly well do their own newsletters...
@Blondie2222 (28611)
• United States
9 Jul 17
That is great news. I hope this business will be a success and it will help your family financially. I have always wanted to start a business but not sure what i would sell. Maybe some day.
• United States
10 Jul 17
That's really awesome you are being gutsy and giving it a try. I really hope you do well in the business world :-)
@DWDavis (25805)
• United States
10 Jul 17
I wish you all the best with your new business. I have a small business, self-publishing and marketing, but it is not my primary source of income.
@DianneN (247186)
• United States
9 Jul 17
Wonderful! I hope your business is successful.
@Happy2BeMe (99380)
• Canada
10 Jul 17
Congratulations I wish you all the best with your new business adventure. You do need work. People love crafty things like these.