Online Consignment?

I have come across this great new trend- online boutique stores with "daily deals". It seems to pretty much be like online consignment stores.

Two of my favorites are www.SassySteals.com and www.VeryJane.com. They run these deals for 1-3 days or until items have sold out. The sellers have their products at a discount of 30%-80% off so things are at super great prices!

I have started using these sites to really promote my own personal business. Since I design and make jewelry I will have one of my designs featured on these sites for a few days and I can get a TON of new customers.

Just thought I would share with you guys my new found love!

Cheers!

Autism Speaks

I had two more presents to buy to finish my christmas shopping. One for my little brother, and one for my little sister. I wasn't sure what to get so I scanned Craigslist for ideas.

I came across an ad for home made beanies, scarves, and gloves. Upon reading the ad further, I came to the discovery that this winter garb was all made by a young autistic man, who was mentally age 7. He found his niche and a way to express himself. My heart had been touched, and I am all for supporting young entreprenuers.

When I met with the young man and his father he pulled out a garbage bag full of hats! There were so many to choose from, and they were all so cool! The talent and passion this young man had was incredible. I ended up purchasing two hats, and gave him a box full of yarn that I no longer used. A huge smile beemed across his face and he gave me the biggest hug. Tears welled up in my eyes as his father explained he is rarely physical with people, and I must have really made his day.

I am not sure why, but special needs children have a tender place in my heart. They are perfect little angels from God. I believe they are only here to benefit the rest of us on Earth. I hope my brother and sister enjoy their hand made gifts from one of the Lord's special little angels.

The Start of My Blogging Adventure

I have heard so many people say how they love blogging, so I thought maybe I will join the blogging world and see what comes of it! I will start with sharing a little bit about myself.

My name is Rachel and I am 19 years old and I am married to the most wonderful man in the world. We have one little boy together, and this is us:

*Photo Credit to B. Keith Photography of St. George, Utah. http://www.facebook.com/#!/B.KeithPhotographs?fref=ts

I grew up in eastern South Dakota in a little tiny town called Brandt. Tiny as in less than 100 people. I moved to St. George, Utah in October of 2011 and I absolutely LOVE IT!

My husband and I have one dog, Lola, who is an Australian cattle dog and lab mix. We also have two rabbits, Lilly and Pocket. Lilly is a miniature lop, and Pocket is a Flemish giant rabbit. (two extremes, right?) If you haven't seen the size of a Flemish giant rabbit, go google it. They are pretty impressive. ;)

I was lucky enough to become a small business owner at the age of 17 with the help of my amazing father. I fell into the art of making jewelry when I was about 10. It has been a passion of mine since then. In February of 2011, my dad helped me to build a website (Check it out! http://www.BeadedStyles.com ), obtain necessary licenses, and really gave me a huge push to get my name out in the world. I am forever grateful to him! He himself is a business owner and his website is way cooler than mine. Check his out (yes, he did it all from ground zero!) http://www.innova-pain.com/

As I blog more, I am sure you will learn more about me, so for now, I bid you adieu.