Friday, December 31, 2010

New Year? Time for your Social Media Checkup!

Needing time and a FAQ for a 2011 virtual face-lift? If you answered "no" to this question then you obviously have TOO much time and knowledge for your own good....so share some with the rest of us, eh?
Well, if you won't, I will...via the amazing people at Handmade Spark.

Knowledge Collage by nonfiction tees

Again, YES AGAIN, they have provided me with a list! *squeel* I love lists! So much so that I've often wondered if obtaining personal gratification from check marks places me somewhere in the DSM. Probably....but, I digress. So, it's time for your annual social media checkup! Are you and your business up to date? You can find her full page here but I've provided some links and a small preview of what YOU should be checking off of your first list of 2011.

"follow me" tattoo socks by post


Facebook Fanpage Landing Page
A very helpful tutorial written by Viviana Izzo. This saved me SO much time.

Twitter v. Facebook 
Yes, there is a reason to read this article even if you THINK you know the answer. Because, you're probably wrong, lol.

Get To REALLY Know Your FB Friends Via Etsy
This is an amazing new tool brought to you by Etsy that allows you to search their site for great gift ideas for your FB friends based on their likes/interests.  (Who knew your Cousin Roger liked America's Next Top Model!?!)

Using FB Insights To Target Your Customers
Like Viviana says....absolutely invaluable information.  Perhaps more than you need, but I doubt it. Dig deep!

Making Etsy Shop Gift Certificates Available On Your FB Fanpage
HOW FREAKING AMAZING IS THIS? Viv is just a genius for compiling all of this info.

As I go through my first business lists of 2011, I'll be filling you in with tips on how to really involve yourself in today's internet market. Oh, and I'll probably be asking for someone to hold my hand or a Kleenex as I make some new transitions myself :)

Happy New Year!


-LAWisecup

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

Handmade Spark Hearts the Pets!

One of my favorite rapidly emerging sites is Handmade Spark. If you haven't heard of it, you will soon enough.  This site is generating more buzz and information from AND about crafters.  So much info, it's a bit overwhelming at times but what a variety it is!  So, Jennifer Schulting has offered a few links on what to give our fuzzy family members, the kitties and puppies!

Australian Shepherd Christmas card by Telia Fleming Hanks



Cute, cheap, AND environmentally friendly.  Couldn't ask for anything better!

Thursday, December 2, 2010

Kicking the Christmas Season off right in Carrollton

Please join Vintage Martini, Ten of Arts, and the rest of the fantastic shops in Downtown Carrollton this weekend for 2 special events.  A candlelit shopping stroll Friday night from 5-9pm and Christmas on the Square all day Saturday!  Check out the flyer below for more details on getting into the spirit in style.
info provided by Vintage Martini