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Starting Over is Scary: Three Things I Learned from "Starting from Scratch"

Starting Over is Scary: Three Things I Learned from “Starting from Scratch”

Over the past few weeks, I did inventory behind the scenes. Not just physical inventory but emotional inventory, too. As I counted every sticker sheet, every hang tag, every product I’ve made over the last few months, and then began putting many of my Etsy shop items on clearance, I realized something: I was nervous. And afraid. And not sure how my GracefulGuessingGifts.com journey was going to…

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Happy New Year! It's officially 2018! I wish you an incredibly Happy and Successful New Year! Don't forget about the big sale coming on January 8, 2018!

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Free Made with Love Sticker Template

It’s the final week of the Graceful Guessing Design Co. Season of Giving! This week, I’m treating you to one final sticker template! I would love to see what you guys do with these! Use #gracefulseasonofgiving and tag me @ritagracefulguessing on Instagram! (more…)

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Merry Christmas!

Graceful Guessing Design Co has so much to be thankful for this year. Without your support, my little dream wouldn’t be what it is today. Some big changes will be coming in 2018, and I can’t wait to bring you along for the ride. A huge thank you to my clients and blog readers; you’re amazing and I am so thankful for you! Wishing you a fantastic Christmas, Rita

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2018 Announcements: What's Next for Graceful Guessing Design Co.

2018 Announcements: What’s Next for Graceful Guessing Design Co.

I’ve been hinting that exciting changes are coming. I have also been looking for more ways to create fun products and still serve my amazing customer base. And after much discussion with my husband, I fully believe we have decided on a good balance. There are very big things happening at Graceful Guessing, and I’m thrilled to finally reveal them to you! (more…)

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2018 Announcements: What's Next for Graceful Guessing Design Co.

2018 Announcements: What’s Next for Graceful Guessing Design Co.

I’ve been hinting that exciting changes are coming. I have also been looking for more ways to create fun products and still serve my amazing customer base. And after much discussion with my husband, I fully believe we have decided on a good balance. There are very big things happening at Graceful Guessing, and I’m thrilled to finally reveal them to you! (more…)

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Free Printable Order Form

‘TIS THE SEASON FOR GIVING! Every Monday this month, I’m going to give you a freebie that you can use for your business or for personal use! This week: a printable order form! I would love to see what you guys do with these! Use #gracefulseasonofgiving and tag me @ritagracefulguessing on Instagram! This week, the freebie is a free printable order form. Perfect for craft shows! And best of all,…

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Changes Coming to Graceful Guessing Design Co.

There are some changes coming to Graceful Guessing Design Co in the new year. I have removed Custom Logo Design Listings from my shop. Why you make ask? (more…)

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FREE Editable Social Media Order Insert

Disclosure: This post does contain some affiliate links. you can see my policy here. It’s week two in my Season of Giving! For the next freebie, I’m offering up an editable Social Media Insert! These are perfect for customizing and then placing in your customers orders! I would love to see what you guys do with these! Use #gracefulseasonofgiving and tag me @ritagracefulguessing on Instagram!…

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Free Thanks a Latte Card and Sticker Templates!

‘Tis the Season for Giving! So every Monday this month, I’m going to give you a freebie that you can use for your business or for personal use! This week: a free sticker and card template! I would love to see what you guys do with these! Use #gracefulseasonofgiving and tag me @ritagracefulguessing on Instagram! (more…)

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Make Yourself Breakfast (And Other Lessons in Self Care)

I have finally come to grips with two constants in my life: 1.) I am a workaholic. When I get something in my craw, I don’t give up and I want to see it through to completion. 2.) And I’m not very good at being kind to myself. So when you couple those to things, you end up with someone who is more than happy to work until their gas tank is completely empty. So I did something relatively normal…

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Happy Thanksgiving! From the bottom of my heart, I wish you a safe and happy Thanksgiving! Thank you for all of your continued support this year; to say I'm grateful would be an understatement!

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The Importance of Making Mistakes

My name is Rita, and sometimes I’m a real screw-up. I make a lot of mistakes. Sometimes really dumb ones. And forgive me if I’m wrong, but I bet I just described how you might feel on occasion. The simple truth is that we all fear failure. And we are so quick to forget the value of mistakes. Today I’m going to share three ways that my own mistakes have made me a stronger business owner. (more…)

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What Cardstock Should I Use?

There's one question that I know every paper crafter has asked themselves at least once: What kind of cardstock should I use for my project?

Note: This post does contain some affiliate links. You can review my disclosure policy here.  There’s one question that I know every paper crafter has asked themselves at least once: What kind of cardstock should I use for my project? The answer? (more…)

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Graceful Guessing Design Co. now on Handmade at Amazon! I am so thrilled and proud to report that I am now a Handmade at Amazon Artisan!

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Instagram Engagement for Etsy Sellers

Instagram Engagement for Etsy Sellers

If you’re new to Instagram, it can be super overwhelming. Luckily, I know someone who can help! My friend Megan of Nana’s Shabby Attic gave me some amazing Instagram advice, and best of all, she gave me permission to share it here on my blog! “Why should we listen to Megan?” You may ask. Well, Megan made learning Instagram her mission, and grew her followers organically. In one month, she was…

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The $200 Dreamcatcher (Or Creating Varying Price Points for Your Customers)

A few months ago in one of my Etsy Seller Groups, someone asked a question about price points. The person sells gorgeous dreamcatchers, bracelets, and bohemian chic products. She had some higher priced dreamcatchers that she felt would be a hard sell. It was suggested to her to create an even bigger dreamcatcher, and price it accordingly to attract other clients, and make that other dreamcatcher she was worried about seem not as expensive. And do you know what happened?

A few months ago in one of my Etsy Seller Groups, someone asked a question about price points. The person sells gorgeous dreamcatchers, bracelets, and bohemian chic products. She had some higher priced dreamcatchers that she felt would be a hard sell. It was suggested to her to create an even bigger dreamcatcher, and price it accordingly to attract other clients, and make that other dreamcatcher…