Don't think I'll be blogging for a while now until I've got internet sorted at my new flat :(
On the other hand I have Beatherder Festival this weekend :)
Wednesday, 30 June 2010
Monday, 28 June 2010
Stress
I now have three sleeps until I move house :) Apparently I can get on Leeds Uni wifi from my flat, however, I don't know a password.........I will have to investigate. Otherwise I'm going to have to fork out for broadband, which means a phone line (which I'm not sure is there already and will cost me at least £100 to get installed!) after that I can get a pretty good deal on broadband but will have to pay £11 a month for a phone line that I won't use.
I think I need to prioritise what I want, or work out where I'm going to make a sacrifice to pay for all this as I'll have other bills and my rent is now almost double than what I pay now.
Sacrifices:
I think I need to prioritise what I want, or work out where I'm going to make a sacrifice to pay for all this as I'll have other bills and my rent is now almost double than what I pay now.
Sacrifices:
- Quit smoking - definitely
- Cheap drinking at home before nights out
- Nights out without drinking?!?
- Work more hours at work over the summer :(
Cheap ideas:
- See what I can swipe from work for the new flat (cutlery etc)
- Pound shop
- Go to the library for internet
- Buy cheap bulk food (pasta, rice etc)
- No buses/taxis; cycle!!
- Nights in, dinner parties
- Freecycle
I think I'm going to have to cut back dramatically so that I don't have to work more than 15 hours a week during term time.
Saturday, 26 June 2010
Friday, 25 June 2010
The Secret
I recently was feeling a little down about things and was talking to my friend Mark. He said he had a book I might like to read, that book was called The Secret. I've just read through it and although I'm normally a bit cynical about books like this, I do think that positive thoughts attracts positive things into your life. I am going to be more positive about things and focus my thoughts on what I want rather than what I don't want.
Wednesday, 23 June 2010
Impossible Project to relaunch Polaroid-compatible film
Impossible Project to relaunch Polaroid-compatible film
I have a polaroid camera :)
After checking out the prices of Polaroid 600 film on Amazon, I was a little bit disheartened as it has been discontinued and it's about £80 for a 10 shot film!! It's now considered rare and the prices reflect this. I did a bit of research and found that The Impossible Project have bought one of the old Polaroid factories and equipment and are now starting to make film that is compatible with Polaroid 600 cameras at a much cheaper price. It's still quite expensive but it's dramatically cheaper.
I have a polaroid camera :)
After checking out the prices of Polaroid 600 film on Amazon, I was a little bit disheartened as it has been discontinued and it's about £80 for a 10 shot film!! It's now considered rare and the prices reflect this. I did a bit of research and found that The Impossible Project have bought one of the old Polaroid factories and equipment and are now starting to make film that is compatible with Polaroid 600 cameras at a much cheaper price. It's still quite expensive but it's dramatically cheaper.
Saturday, 19 June 2010
TestSpace Closing party
Just a few of the photos taken by my good friend Tahra O'Regan (1/3 of Craft Addicts). Check out her blog
Lo fi photography
Best Coast | When I'm With You
My current favourite band. I'm addicted to this song, it's on repeat most of the time. I actually picked up my guitar for the first time in ages and worked out the tabs. Pretty simple chords but such a great record. Debut album is out this summer and I can't wait. This is the soundtrack to my summer :)
Tuesday, 15 June 2010
Stitch-Up
I'm very curious about this work as it is related to my craft work. The website is not up and running yet, but I will keep checking for updates.
Georgina Isaac
Thursday, 10 June 2010
Our next stall!
Test Space Closing Party
We will be holding our next stall at 42 New Briggate as part of TestSpace's Arts festival. I'm really excited about this one as we have been able to make requests and give ideas about the event. The TestSpace guys seem really sound, I hope we get to contribute with their upcoming projects too.
We will be holding our next stall at 42 New Briggate as part of TestSpace's Arts festival. I'm really excited about this one as we have been able to make requests and give ideas about the event. The TestSpace guys seem really sound, I hope we get to contribute with their upcoming projects too.
Sunday, 6 June 2010
Be My Baby (Ukulele/Melodica/Random Clapping cover)
As soon as I move to my new flat I'm buying a ukulele and a melodica. Two weeks to go :) I want to start playing music again and enjoying it. Write some songs, have a jam with some mates; lovely.
Game Over by PES
I really need to do some stop motion videos. I have no idea how to make one so I need to do a bit of research.
Saturday, 5 June 2010
Indie crafters - Make your own portable craft trading stall!
Calling all indie crafters with an eye for business! Today's lesson will tell you how to build your own portable trading stall so you can start getting your business out there...
With this comprehensive guide, your indie biz will have a very professional and very eye-catching trade stall. Not everyone has the initial wealth necessary to start their own indie craft shop, so a girl's gotta do what a girl's gotta do. In order to build that wealth, you have to be resourceful. The more you save, the more purchasing power you have to expand your business.
How do indie crafters benefit from a portable craft stall?
- A trade stall allows you to expand your clientele by not being limited by geographical boundaries.
- Trade stalls enable you to save money for inventory and other business-related expenses by not having to pay steep rent costs every month.
- Building your own trading stall is fun, cheap, and versatile!
How to build your own portable craft stall
1. You will need furniture for displaying and housing your products. Check out your local thrift store for two tables, two chairs, and any big storage plastic bins. If you are able to find a tent or large tarp set equipped with stakes and poles, get it. These will be essential for keeping you and your kiosk dry and protected from the elements.
2. Score a tablecloth or tarp to cover your tables. The cover should be long enough to touch the ground. Choose your colour(s) wisely; the table cover helps bring together the overall look and feel of your craft stall.
3. Create a display sign for your trade stall. The sign should be bold and sexy, and should be visible from at least 30 feet away!
4. Create a full inventory price list. The price list should be eye-catching and enticing. Emphasise sales and specials to bring customers to your trade stall. The prices should be bold and visible from about 10-15 feet away. Post your price list on the front of your display table.
5. Develop a full inventory tracking spreadsheet with all of the items to be sold on the trade stall. Your spreadsheet should include: the item name, description, quantity total, quantity sold, date sold, and a space for comments and notes. Bring two differently coloured highlighters and an ink pen with you to mark items sold and items out of stock.
6. Bring plenty of merchandise! A great rule of thumb is to have three of each item on your inventory price list: two for display purposes and one for when the other two items are sold.
7. Have a starting 'bank' ready to go for your first sale! Bring plenty of cash in as many denominations as possible. The bank should be kept in a locked cash box, and you should bring a receipt book with you to log all transactions and give a copy to your customers.
8. Have a list of sale policies (either posted or available for handout) for your customers. Include your return, special order, and additional policy information, and provide contact information as well.
9. Finally, bring plenty of business cards! I cannot stress that enough. You will want to provide your customers with a way to get in touch with you for future purchases.
Well, there you go. It's easier said than done, but follow the pointers above and you'll have a fully operational trading stall that won't give you any nasty surprises.
Next, I'll tell you how to put that trading stall into practice, and how to land sweet indie biz opportunities...
mookychick.com
mookychick.com
Wednesday, 2 June 2010
White Corolla - Casiotone for the Painfully Alone from Julia Pott on Vimeo.
This animation is so goddamn cute!
Tuesday, 1 June 2010
Life is like a Bicycle
I fancy making some mixtapes........so I'm going to take a trip to the market soon to see if I can pick some blank cassette tapes up cheaply. The first music I ever bought was in cassette format and it's kind of nostaglic. They're so cute :)
I'm going to work on a few illustrations, doodles of things I like...........mixtapes, bicycles, record players, typewriters, teapots............things from simpler times. I do love modern technology (especially my mac) but there's something so special about making a mixtape or typing a letter.
Jerome G. Demuth
"There's something simply charming and disarming about swings ....
There's a feeling of instant affection for any individual who would stop everything and just take advantage of the moment, allowing herself to get swept away." Paris's SwinGs from Jerome G. Demuth on Vimeo.
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