It’s the end of an era - a podcast party era that is! We’ve had so much fun serving you behind the mic for 4 years, but recently we’ve experienced massive shifts in our lives and businesses that require us to say goodbye to the pod (Listen in to this episode for the deets!). While leaving our microphones behind is incredibly bittersweet, we’re excited to channel all of our energy into serving our amazing Biz Birthday Bash community inside of the A-Z directory. Sending each of you the...

Have you ever wondered what kind of vendors we feature in the A-Z Directory? If so, you’re in for a treat with this episode! Today, we’re getting all of the tea on one of our favorite vendors that has been providing exceptional print services for designers for 70 years. Yep. You read that correctly - 70 years! Listen in as we chat with April and Shanna from Tog.Ink about the company’s origin story, what the huge facility in Minnesota looks like and how it operates, how their marketing...

IT’S TIIIIIME! 🎉 Join us today for our 2022 year in review!  Last year was full of huge and delightful changes. Precious Mia made her debut a bit early in January and Cami started the new year with a crash course in soaking up baby snuggles while also running a brick-and-mortar. Elisabeth said goodbye to wedding invitations and explored new revenue streams. Talk about a transitional season for the Biz Birthday Bash gals! In this episode, they’re giving you a real and raw update, and chatting...

Here’s the deal: there’s more to product creation than you probably think there is! That’s why today Cami and Elisabeth are pulling back the curtain and chatting about all of the details that go into developing a stellar original product. Listen in as they talk about how you can leverage the A-Z directory as a starting point to make the product development process easier for yourself. Plus, catch their tough love tips that will help you run with those resources, get creative, and confidently...

If you’re anything like us, new years resolutions aren’t your jam because well, there’s nothing more deflating than spending hours mapping out lofty goals, only to drop the ball by January 31st. And while it’s easy to shy away from goal-setting completely to avoid disappointing yourself, that’s not our game plan either. Today, we’re inviting you to sit down with us for a realistic goal-setting sesh. Listen in as we not only answer questions about what we enjoyed most in 2022 and what we want...

Are you dreaming of opening your own retail shop in 2023? Maybe you love the idea of interacting with customers face-to-face and building real relationships in your community. But still, there’s one thing that’s holding you back - the fear that you’ll pour your heart into opening a shop that ultimately collects dust. But we don’t want fear to keep you from taking the leap! The truth is that there are several strategies you can employ to get ready-buy-customers into your shop consistently....

It’s not every day that you get to sit down with a brand strategist who spent years building multimillion-dollar brands in corporate AND who knows what it takes to build a successful small creative business firsthand, but today, we’re doing just that! Meet Cindy Chang of The Husting Heart. In this episode, Cindy is sharing her brand positioning secrets that will help you attract soulmate clients and customers while being your most authentic self. She’s covering everything from pivoting...

CALLING ALL MAKERS - The new year is quickly approaching which means you’re probably cooking up fresh new product ideas as we speak. But before you put your ideas into motion, stop, drop and listen to this episode! We are sharing our trend predictions for 2023. We’re talking about everything from hot color pallets and design trends for weddings, interiors, and beyond to which product styles are likely to explode on Etsy. Let's be friends! Find us on Instagram...

Thinking about starting a surface pattern design business? If so, you’re in for a treat with today’s episode! We’re sitting down with Colleen Underwood. Colleen is a surface pattern designer, mom of 4, and heartfelt coach for creatives. Listen in as she shares the three key pillars of starting a successful surface pattern design business. You’ll walk away from this episode with the insight and inspiration you need to beat imposter syndrome, start designing (even if you’re a beginner!), and...

Consider today’s episode your official permission slip to allow your creative business to grow and evolve! It’s totally possible to introduce new products and services to your audience WITHOUT confusing the heck out of them and while staying true to your brand. It just takes a bit of insight and intentionality. That’s why today we’re bringing Jessica Peddicord of Simply Jessica Marie on the show to share her brand evolution journey that spans over almost a decade. In this episode, you’ll hear...

In today's Q & Cake (our own fancy version of Q & A) Elisabeth and Cami discuss several questions from listeners about standing out in the creative industry, finding printers as a newbie stationer, getting your products in brick-and-mortar stores, and dealing with frustrated clients gracefully. These are questions from fellow artists, calligraphers, designers, stationers, etc. that will hopefully help you in your own biz journey as a creativepreneur! P.S. Did you hear about our...

Let's clear the air: you don’t have to sink into hundreds of thousands of dollars in debt to expand your product line. You just need a smart strategy to help you take calculated risks that will help you maximize profitability as you grow. Today, Sarah Lewis of Slate and Brush is coming on the show to give us just that! Listen in as she shares exactly how she self-funded her way to selling thousands of products in person and online. Let's be friends! Find us on Instagram...

It’s not every day you get to hear from a seasoned watercolor artist who has worked with big brands like Google, Nordstrom, and Givenchy. But, today, we get to do just that! We’re sitting down with our girl, Dianuh Aerin of Chasing Linen. In this episode, she’s talking about how she fearlessly followed her JOY and decided to reinvent her Instagram account by creating a more lifestyle-centric brand. Listen in as she reveals not only how this shift naturally magnetized brands to her but also...

Big changes are coming for Biz Birthday Bash in 2023, and we couldn’t be more excited! In this episode, we’re giving you a rundown on what to expect on the podcast each week and inside of the A-Z directory in the new year. We’re also chatting about the evolution of our brand and how we’re planning to stick to our roots - creating a community for paper people AND making everything fun- as we adjust the way we show up and serve you.    Let's be friends! Find us on Instagram...

Meet Grace Manning of Grace Manning Art. Since taking her portrait business full-time in June of 2020, Grace has sold over 500 custom portraits, been featured in local newspapers and magazines, and is now working to create online courses for other aspiring portrait artists. In today’s episode, she’s pulling back the curtain on her genius customer booking process where she manages client expectations and approves inspiration photos BEFORE they even press ‘add to cart.’ She’s also pulling...

Whether you’re gearing up for a big move or planning to expand your family or anything in between, it’s inevitable: your business will shift and change as your life evolves. So, the question is, how can you adjust the way that you show up for your business so that it’s sustainable in your current season of life? Today, we’re bringing on Marti Harris of M. Harris Design to tackle this question. Listen in as she chats about how she managed to give herself grace when she realized moving was...

If you’ve been thinking about stepping into custom wedding stationery, now is the time! After taking quite a dip in 2020, weddings are coming back in full force for 2022. Since Cami and I have both phased wedding invitations out of our businesses, we thought it’d be great to bring in a fresh perspective! Meet Jessica Taylor of Thebridge & Taylor. After 4 years of selling on Etsy, Jessica decided to leave retail behind to pursue wedding invitations. In this episode, she’s explaining why...

Today, we’re sitting down for a rapid-fire Q&A sesh featuring Mikyla Marie Manu of Ink and Press Co. Mikyla’s work has been featured on Vogue, Martha Stewart Weddings, BRIDES, Style Me Pretty, published in The Knot, Adorn Magazine, and more. Mikyla is such a seasoned stationer, so bringing her on the show to answer your burning questions was a no-brainer. Listen in for the skinny on how she mastered in-house foil and letterpress, why she decided to create semi-custom suites and the...

Are you prepared to grow your creative product-based business beyond your wildest dreams? If you answered yes, my guess is that you’ve been thinking about growing a team, expanding your inventory, and maybe even getting a warehouse. If so, you’re in luck with today’s episode! Listen in as Katie Guiliano of Hosanna Revival reveals how she grew her business all the way from dorm to warehouse. She’s chatting about everything from the logistics of shipping a thousand orders per week to stepping...

In today's Q & Cake (our own fancy version of Q & A) Elisabeth and Cami discuss several questions from listeners about the first steps you should take when starting your calligraphy business, mastering networking and marketing, and when to take the leap from side-hustler to full-time creative entrepreneur. They’re also chatting about envelope art and how to incorporate fun techniques into your stationery while making sure it still meets USPS guidelines. These are questions from fellow...

Can you build a thriving creative business without spending countless hours each day on social media? Can you step away from social media for a few days, weeks, or even months without throwing all the momentum you’ve worked so hard to build in your biz down the drain? The answer is yes, and today we’re breaking down how! Listen in for practical tips on how to unplug from social media so you can proactively protect your energy and avoid burnout down the road. Let's be friends! Find us on...

When it comes to making the most of your work-from-home experience, routines are king. But what happens when your routine is based around what you feel like you should be doing and not what will truly make your life easier or touch on your personal core values? Well, you probably guessed it, less than stellar productivity levels and a lackluster sense of overall fulfillment. If you know your routine needs a refresh, you’re in luck with today’s episode! We’re bringing Kendra Adachi, host of...

This summer Cami and Elisabeth are swapping their microphones for poolside margaritas and taking a short break from the pod. And of course, they couldn’t leave you guys hanging! That’s why today they're bringing you a sizzling life update and chatting about everything from Cami’s day-to-day as a mom and business owner to Elisabeth’s new business intentions and how she keeps her hobbies separate from her biz! Sending y'all lots of love and REST this summer as we take a break! Now, can you...

Considering building a team for your creative business? Wondering how you can show up as the best leader and create a positive environment for your team once it’s established? If so, this episode is for you! Today we’re bringing Randi Smith, founder and lead designer at Sugar Euphoria on the show to chat all things related to team building and leadership. Listen in as she shares her best tips for deciding when to make your first hire and what tasks to outsource first. Plus, hear about how...