31 January 2011

Moo!

Just received a free business card sample from Moo.  Verdict: I love them!  I plan on ordering a pack to promote my Etsy shop within in the next month, and will work on a design for personal business cards in the future.

 

These are the standard business cards, printed on recycled paper.  I love the paper stock, but may opt for smaller sized mini-cards for the final product.  My final cards will also have a more customized back, with a short shop statement in addition to contact information.

The Moo site is also filled with wonderful inspiration.  I've been browsing samples of others work, and my head is filled with ideas for postcards, greeting cards, stickers...  So many great items from a wonderful company!

27 January 2011

In Progress

The blog has been light on photos as of late, so I thought I'd post an update on a long overdue project:


23 January 2011

Feeling the Love

I'd like to announce that I am now on Twitter.  This is something I never thought I'd say.  Joining was a class requirement (Designing for the Social Web, so it makes sense), so I figured that at least I could say it wasn't my idea.

However, I'm only a few days in, and already (begrudgingly) seeing some benefits to joining.  I already have followers I do not know in real life who found me because of our shared interest in Etsy.  And, I've received two more Treasury inclusions due to the added exposure:  Origami Heart Card, featured in "With Love, Your Secret Admirer" and Purple & Yellow Magazine Bowl in "Pounce!"

So.... Twitter is useful.  Go figure.  Feel free to follow me, @artofsallymack.  My feed is also available in the righthand navigation bar.  I'll admit that it's nothing special right now, but check in for Etsy shop news and discounts in the future.

17 January 2011

So much to do...

Several weeks have passed since the end of the fall semester, and I'm just now realizing that I neglected to post a link to my Flash final.  The assignment was to create a website promoting something, so I chose to create a version of my current website.  I'm working on redesigning my site, and may possible incorporate some Flash elements.  While my assignment is still a little rough, it was a great learning and brainstorming exercise!

Currently I am gearing up for Spring classes (starting tomorrow-- yikes!) and stocking my Etsy shop.  I'm focusing on making more staple items, brainstorming new ideas, and finally designing business cards.  Then time for a full-on promotional blitz!