If last year has taught me anything, it's to stop getting hung up on big goals and take one step at a time instead. Entering 2021 armed with that knowledge made me feel like a huge load had been lifted off my shoulders. But what does that change in my perspective mean for Buckaroo Bling followers and customers like you?
Unless you've lived under a rock, you know that 2020 wasn't the greatest year either in the US or in the world. As is the custom at the end of every year, we'll take a look back to see how we survived, and a look ahead to decide what we'll be doing next. One thing we've all surely learned this year is that no plans should be set too firmly.
Can you believe it? Tonight, we're already lighting the third light of Hanukkah, and there are only twelve days left till Christmas! So, what do you do if you haven't bought a gift for that classy cowgirl in your life yet?
If you know anything about Buckaroo Bling, you know our studio is closed on Saturdays. So why are we closed when a lot of folks are out and about shopping? Are we sleeping in? Are we hiding in the basement? Are we scaling local mountains and swimming in the lakes? Read on to find out.
When 'rona hit, at first, everyone was panicking, even if we didn't want to admit it. Then, some of us started praying... for protection, for strength, for wisdom. Now, it's time to plan for the last four months of the year. We're already making holiday plans here at Buckaroo Bling. Are you?
With COVID-19 giving everyone fits of fright, regular sales channels for Buckaroo Bling have mostly dried up. Back in May and June, I faced a hard decision when I found out all of my scheduled live events for the summer had been cancelled. I had to decide whether to let Buckaroo Bling completely fold, which meant throwing away all I put into it in the past two years, or figure out how to go with the flow and keep the business afloat until better times come.
If the events of this year taught me anything, it's not to put all of my eggs in one basket, not to skate on thin ice, and not to get out on a limb if the said limb doesn't look sturdy enough to support my weight (and that's quite a bit of weight, trust me). Now, this doesn't mean one basket shouldn't have more eggs in it than the other, or ice skating shouldn't be done - period, or ambulance needs to be called every time I get out on a limb. Not at all!
"Charity begins at home but shouldn't end there," says a Scottish proverb. Now, I'm not Scottish, but I do have a soft spot for those who can't help themselves, especially our friends of the equine and canine kind. So, when Buckaroo Bling was just starting off, I decided to - once I had some sales - donate a portion of the revenues to two causes: horse rescue and dog rescue.
To do any job properly, you need the right tools. A jeweler's hammer is not the same as a blacksmith's hammer or a carpenter's hammer, for example. Even within the jewelry industry, different tools are used for different types of jewelry making. Today, I'm taking you behind the scenes of Buckaroo Bling to show you the tools I use in my studio.
Participating in live events is part and parcel of a maker's business. There also comes a time when you have to decide whether to do only local shows or to travel out of town for other opportunities. Is it possible to have a good out of town show experience on a budget? Peek behind the scenes at Buckaroo Bling to find out.
I am a jewelry designer, not graphic or packaging designer. Still, I know that every little detail speaks about the value of the product, including packaging. With that in mind, I've set out to design a Buckaroo Bling unboxing experience that fits the jewelry and accessories I design: western kind of earthy, stylish, and a bit sassy too.
If last year has taught me anything, it's to stop getting hung up on big goals and take one step at a time instead. Entering 2021 armed with that knowledge made me feel like a huge load had been lifted off my shoulders. But what does that change in my perspective mean for Buckaroo Bling followers and customers like you?
Unless you've lived under a rock, you know that 2020 wasn't the greatest year either in the US or in the world. As is the custom at the end of every year, we'll take a look back to see how we survived, and a look ahead to decide what we'll be doing next. One thing we've all surely learned this year is that no plans should be set too firmly.
Can you believe it? Tonight, we're already lighting the third light of Hanukkah, and there are only twelve days left till Christmas! So, what do you do if you haven't bought a gift for that classy cowgirl in your life yet?
If you know anything about Buckaroo Bling, you know our studio is closed on Saturdays. So why are we closed when a lot of folks are out and about shopping? Are we sleeping in? Are we hiding in the basement? Are we scaling local mountains and swimming in the lakes? Read on to find out.
Yes, there are such times when only custom bling would do. So, what do you do then? Why, turn to someone who can make custom bling for you.
When 'rona hit, at first, everyone was panicking, even if we didn't want to admit it. Then, some of us started praying... for protection, for strength, for wisdom. Now, it's time to plan for the last four months of the year. We're already making holiday plans here at Buckaroo Bling. Are you?
With COVID-19 giving everyone fits of fright, regular sales channels for Buckaroo Bling have mostly dried up. Back in May and June, I faced a hard decision when I found out all of my scheduled live events for the summer had been cancelled. I had to decide whether to let Buckaroo Bling completely fold, which meant throwing away all I put into it in the past two years, or figure out how to go with the flow and keep the business afloat until better times come.
If the events of this year taught me anything, it's not to put all of my eggs in one basket, not to skate on thin ice, and not to get out on a limb if the said limb doesn't look sturdy enough to support my weight (and that's quite a bit of weight, trust me). Now, this doesn't mean one basket shouldn't have more eggs in it than the other, or ice skating shouldn't be done - period, or ambulance needs to be called every time I get out on a limb. Not at all!
"Charity begins at home but shouldn't end there," says a Scottish proverb. Now, I'm not Scottish, but I do have a soft spot for those who can't help themselves, especially our friends of the equine and canine kind. So, when Buckaroo Bling was just starting off, I decided to - once I had some sales - donate a portion of the revenues to two causes: horse rescue and dog rescue.
To do any job properly, you need the right tools. A jeweler's hammer is not the same as a blacksmith's hammer or a carpenter's hammer, for example. Even within the jewelry industry, different tools are used for different types of jewelry making. Today, I'm taking you behind the scenes of Buckaroo Bling to show you the tools I use in my studio.
Participating in live events is part and parcel of a maker's business. There also comes a time when you have to decide whether to do only local shows or to travel out of town for other opportunities. Is it possible to have a good out of town show experience on a budget? Peek behind the scenes at Buckaroo Bling to find out.
I am a jewelry designer, not graphic or packaging designer. Still, I know that every little detail speaks about the value of the product, including packaging. With that in mind, I've set out to design a Buckaroo Bling unboxing experience that fits the jewelry and accessories I design: western kind of earthy, stylish, and a bit sassy too.
