Style Find: What's new on Etsy

I've currently been putting so much on etsy right now. But it feels great to do so. I'm also currently contacting certain boutiques around the country to sell my jewelry line. Yay! Plus, I'm coming up with new designs too!

Here are a few of the things I have on etsy...Enjoy!

I'm also having a sale up on www.maudec.etsy.com on Friday, Saturday & Monday, and you're invited!!! Here are the coupon codes to use during checkout! International shipping is available too!

Friday: GOBBLEGOBBLE40

Saturday: SMALLBIZ35

Monday: CYBERMON30

Hope you come! Please share with your friends, these jewels make great Christmas gifts!

Happy Thanksgiving y'all! - Ryn

Thankful Thursday: everything!

Hmm what am I thankful for? Everything really! For this post I can't just pinpoint just one thing I'm thankful for! I have so many things to be grateful for! I have so many intricate details going into the big picture. I'm just thankful for life, restoration, redemption, money, etsy, savings, adventures In life, traveling, two growing businesses, clients, customers, ideas, nature, passion, healing, dreams, desires, God, family, peace, grace, people, friends..etc! There is soooo much to be thankful and grateful for! 

I encourage you to grateful for everything! Be grateful that you have a car to drive, a roof over your head & a healthy body. It's a wonderful life, believe it! 

-Ryn

Tippies & trickies: market place know how

So last weekend I did my third etsy marketplace. It was a two day event and it was the best so far! 

I thought for this post I would give you tips and tricks into how to set up & decorate your booth... I only wish I had read something like this when I was first starting out! Instead I had tablecloths made out of bed sheets and burlap! (Because, you know, burlap will cover multitude of sins) Oy vey! My problem the first year was that I sweat the small stuff. But I wasn't detailed. I didn't have a plan. And I was unorganized. Fortunately for me, the first time I made a good size profit. But the second time I did it, I made just enough to cover the booth rental. Not good! The second time, my booth was so chaotic, I'm surprised people actually came into my booth! It was like something blew up! Terrible merchandising! I was so focused on making a profit, I wasn't thinking of the customer.  I had bits and bobs but I didn't have the whole picture. But I needed to think LIKE the customer. I had to look at it through a different perspective.

And one of my favorite things to do is, when I'm out shopping, I like to look at anthropologie's, madewell's, small boutiques that I love the decor of, take not and added it to my to-do and possibly make something like it for a display. 

When I'm shopping I like the racks to be neat and orderly. Not a chaotic explosion happening. I also like there to be a flow and a calm color palette! 

I'm also intrigued with how other vendors decorate their booths. So I keep an eye out for that too!

This time around, I put some thought into it! (And money) which definitely helps! 

But if you're on a budget, which I was too, don't get me wrong, I would invest in some of these things...

-Table cloths. Worth every penny! And those pennies weren't too pretty either, for 2 tablecloths that I can use over & over again only set me back $30! (That was with shipping included!)  www.tableclothsfactory.com

-Banner with your business name on it. I actually had a chalkboard made for me. But you need something that greets your customers and onlookers and shows them who you are. But, I suggest you, A. Make a banner yourself B. get one off of vistaprint or C. Do what I did and invest in something you'll use again, whether it be a chalkboard, dry erase board, etc.

-Chairs.  Chairs for you to sit on. I actually re-upholstered those ugly padded folding chairs, but you're more than welcome to use any chair. But you need a chair or two, to rest. Because most likely you'll be standing a long time on concrete flooring if you don't bring a chair... Ouch! 

-Business cards. Best investment ever! For the customers you have and for the onlookers that say they'll be back. It's always nice to send them with your info in tow. Just in case... They don't make it back to your booth. I get mine from www.vistaprint.com 

-Well made displays & accessories for those displays. So so important! I bought pegboard, then I had a large frame that I inherited from my grandpa, then I let my ever so clever brother in law, put it together for me and I bought the pegboard hangers, and that was probably one of the best ideas I've ever had! And my lovely friend Mary let me borrow her easel! Perfect! Also it's nice to have the perfect packaging. I ordered a stamp online that had my business name on it, then I used that for all of my packaging. So streamlined, organized & adorable.

Also, befriend your booth neighbors. They'll help you the most throughout the weekend! And also have friendly people working at your booth. Everybody likes a friendly face! And when you need to go potty the other person can watch your booth and vice versa...

I will say this, let Home Depot & hobby lobby be your friends. It'll help. Also think over the details. And imagine what you want your booth to look like and draw it out. Have a sketch of how you want you tables to be set up, where you want your displays to go and what not...

If you haven't noticed, I wanted my booth to have a touch of rustic, anthro vibe to it! And I definitely achieved it!

Oh and and I'd say, depending on how big your booth is, you should have 2-4 people help with set up & tear-down. It was perfection who helped me. 

If you have any questions, you know where to find me! Just comment below or email me: maudecclothing@gmail.com : )

-Ryn

Soul searcher: my life in the last 7 days...

I've had a whirlwind of a week! Like you don't even know! It was interesting...which you'll find out why I didn't post my Wednesday blogpost...

Last Monday: I woke feeling crappy. I had sore-ish throat. Needed to take it easy yet work on things for my upcoming show that next weekend. I was also co-babysitting my baby niece who is just the cutest! Then my friend Jenny came over to help me package my jewels. What a blessing. Then when she left I became very overwhelmed and had anxiety get the best of me. Cried to my mom (more like sobbed) and then went to bed.

Tuesday: Before bed I had planned to sleep in a bit. Since I was babysitting my niece, I couldn't sleep in much later. So that morning my sister barges into my room and yells at me "GET UP, MOM'S HAVING A STROKE! Not a very fun way to wake up from deep sleep. Well, I screamed and scrambled out of bed. And started praying in tongues from the get go! I reach the living room and I look at my mom and she's mumbling and her face had fallen and her arm isn't working properly. All true signs of a stroke. My sister's on the phone with 911, saying yes to EMTs coming. Then after a few minutes, she comes out of it. Heather cancels the EMTS. Well, you can't just cancel the EMTs without a follow up from the sheriff, so the sheriff comes out and starts talking with her. Then it happens again. This time the sheriff calls in the EMTs. I'm sent to my room with my niece and the dog and I get ahold of my pastors and we pray. The EMTs take her away. My brother in law takes my niece and I hurridly get ready. We then drive to the hospital about 25min away... Then she was admitted to the hospital.

She wanted me to stay that night, but I wasn't feeling well  and hospitals are the dirtiest place and I needed to finish a few things. So opted out of it. But I stayed til 10:30 or 11:00.. 

Wednesday: I go to bed around 3:30... Then I wake up sobbing. Uncontrollably sobbing! I text my sister, dy, and text with her awhile. Then heather was picking me up later, but I asked her if she could come earlier. She could and she's now on her way. Then she gets here. We play with Emma for a bit then I get ready. Feeling exhausted and asked if I could take a short nap before going to the hospital. And so I get into bed, but SLEEP. Whether it was only 45 minutes or 9hrs, it felt heavenly! That whole day was a teary eyed day! I also I brought work with me to keep my mind occupied.    I stayed at the hospital till 12am Or 1am.

Thursday: I head to the hospital. She had and MRI yesterday. The doctor comes in, and tells her that indeed she had on e stroke. but he also said that it was the perfect stroke. She walked away practically unharmed. She's getting discharged today! Yay! We leave the hospital around 2:00 ish. Then we come home. I finish what I need to get done. And freak out a little! My friend Hannah comes to the rescue!

Friday: Funkyfinds set-up day! Heather comes to the house with the truck. We load up and head down to the poultry barn at will rogers in Fort Worth. Then my other sister, Camille, picks coffee up and cookies and meets us there! What a godsend! We set up and we came back to the house. 

Saturday: I get up pretty early, Hannah is picking me up with time to go to Starbucks! The we head to my booth at funky finds! We sell sell sell and then heather gets there and takes over Hannah's post. Then we sell more! 

And then we go home.

Sunday: my dad takes me down to the poultry barn. My friend joy helps out that day. We sell even more! Hallelujah! And then afterwards we tear down! 

Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday: it's a combination of uploading things on etsy, taking care of my mom and resting.

So there ya have it! It was a very busy week! And it was also a great weekend! 

The devil tried to steal & destroy that week from me! But with Gods grace and protection we survived and thrived! And we are continuing to, too!

 If you've been walking in weeks like this, I suggest you lean on to God and he'll give you the desires of your heart. He'll restore your soul if you let him. 

I may have left out a few details from that week but you get the gist of it! 

If you can, would you keep my mom in your prayers? Please & Thank-you!

-Ryn

Thankful Thursdays: schedules

I'm thankful that my schedule will be back to normal soon! I'm sorry y'all! It's been crazy busy! Also it's harder than I thought to add another day of blogging to the mix! But I have enjoyed it! 

But for the past 2 days, my days have consisted of this wittle face!

Which isn't a bad thing at all! 

She is so precious! I'm also thankful she doesn't burst into tears when she sees me anymore! Thank the Lord! 

And then I've filled my days with preparing for Funkyfinds next week!! And then I will also be adding items to my etsy shop soon too, so those of you who will not be coming to Funkyfinds can still purchase some incredible items for you & loved ones. I'll also try and post pics of the booth!

Also, I've been celebrating my friend for 16 years (time flies) as she gets married TOMORROW! wow just wow! I'm so thrilled for her and husband to be! 

So hopefully by next week I will be back on a schedule! And by the next week I should have a new DIY for ya! 

Love y'all! - Ryn

DIY Friday: shoe clips

Yayyy! I'm back ready to DIY! I was inspired by the post from: http://honestlywtf.com/diy/diy-shoe-clips/  (which I'm sure the F stands for fruitcake or some like that! 😉)

I found it by perusing through my Pinterest board: the fashionist: DIY, and my user name is Styledbyryn, incase you'd like to follow... Wink wink!

And unfortunately I didn't have all of the supplies for this project, but I adore the look. You betcha I'll be getting some other clip-on earrings from antique stores, eBay and etsy. These, that are in the pics, are my deceased nana and I would really like to preserve them. But all that to say, I really see these in our futures, as long as we make them to be in our future... (I know, really profound!) but you could totally wear these on a day to day basis or for fancier events. It's up to you! : )

What you'll need:

Shoes

Vintage costume Earrings (preferably clip ons)

E6000 glue

Blank shoe clip hardware

Pliers

Toothpick

And then go to: http://honestlywtf.com/diy/diy-shoe-clips

For the instructions!

Madewell sidewalk skimmers were used for the models of these shoe clips! 

It's an easy & quick one, but a lil vintage, glamour & fun way to spruce up ones shoes! : )

I hope you have fabulous weekend and I will see you Monday! -Ryn

Style find: earrings

Can you believe Michelle Chamuel didn't win on the Voice last night?! I'm so bummed, but I'm pretty sure Usher will sign her as an artist with his record group! I could be wrong but, I hope he does! She's awesome! And her voice is incredible! Who did you want to win?! Comment below👇

As I've probably said before, I'm a  jewelry designer. So I'm continuing designing jewelry and down the road I may pick up the whole designing clothes thing again... 

But for now, I just received an order of 5 pair of custom earrings from a fabulous friend & customer!!! The earrings are gorgeous, and I can't wait to see them on her ears! 

So while I was doing the custom order, I decided to restock and replenish my company with a new collection! It's all handmade, every detail is made by me! And it takes about 2-3 days to complete an earring collection! (that's of I go non stop)  I haven't totally finished the collection, but I can show you some pics! 😉 

(And of course you can not forget TCU colors when you're in Fort Worth)

This is probably my favorite collection so far!

I was thinking in terms of doing another handmade marketplace, I'll need to make my booth more organized and so I am starting to. So as not to be so chaotic... Thank goodness! 

I'll let y'all know if I do decide to do a handmade marketplace... It will be in the fall in Fort Worth Texas. And I'll let you know when I put these babies up on etsy too! From the pictures I've posted on Instagram & Facebook I already have orders coming in with ladies who would like to purchase the beauties! Thank The Lord! Yay! 

Well I hope you are doing fantastic! I hope to here from you soon! Love you, Ryn

Fancy Find: Happy Memorial Day

Happy Memorial Day! And I want to make a special shout out to all that have served in the military! Thank you for ALL you do and ALL that you have done! And those that have gone on before us, thank you!!!! I greatly appreciate all of your hard work! You are in my thoughts & prayers! God bless y'all!

Here are only a few things things that I've been working on this past week: 

New orleans Saints & Dallas cowboy garb! (Since the father wants the baby to choose which team, I thought I'd make it easy for her...) p.s, the mother is a soldout saints fan & the father is a cowboys fan! I thought I'd compromise...

Onesie with a faux collar & sequined elbow patches.

Little leggings with hearts on the knees...

Lil' headband turbans

And this was all for my niece Emma Grace!

Also a couple weekend ago I attended this expo, and surprisingly it was a lot of fun! I recommend it completely!  Check to see if this will be in your area: http://theultimatewomensexpo.com

 

Also some news for ya! 

1. I will soon be posting men's styles on here. I will not neglect women's styles, I just want to open my repertoire of fashion. And I would like to open up and start styling men. So, just a heads up, invade you're wondering why there are men on here.. But that being said, if you know any fashionable men, send them to this blog! Please & thank you! 

2. I am soon to be launching a new jewelry collection, so stay tuned.. www.maudec.etsy.com

3. In the next few months I am planning on traveling for styling, if you have a group of friends or just yourself, that would like to be styled, please let me know! Even if you're in the area, I would love to style ya!  My email right now is: maudecclothing@gmail.com  : ) 

4. I have connected with my friends from Kid History Foundation, to enlist my faithful readers, friends & loved ones to help out by giving into their vision. It's an awesome opportunity for you to be apart, if you would like more info, go to: http://www.kidhistoryfoundation.org/index.html

Thanks y'all! -Ryn

Also, let me know if you want me to do DIY's for babies and toddlers! Thanks!