The Bubble Tub shop on etsy is full of fun, whimsical bath and body creations! The artist behind this wonderful shop has been creating cosmetics and toiletries for 25 years now! The dedicatation and love for this medium really shows in all the unique and tempting finds. Established in November of 2005, Bubble Tub has achieved over 1050 sales and it's easy to see why! Be sure to stop by and check out this wonderful shop the next time your shower time needs a boost!
The stunning photography at Choo Choo Photography is hard to look away from! Intriguing images like the one featured here reminds us of the carefree days of the past. Each beautiful print available in the Choo Choo Photography shop will have you evoking warm, yet haunting feelings and memories. The photographer behind these memorable images describes herself as a coffee loving, design inspired, work-at-home/on location photographer and Mama. If you're looking for something new to put on your walls (or add to your already growing collection of prints), I would suggest taking a look at the Choo Choo Photography shop.
"Put on the Ritz" with a classy vintage find from Eye Love That on etsy. Items like this tuxedo night grown are sure to have you finding some room in your closet for some new key elements for your wardrobe. Eye Love That is described as having a variety of interests including vintage, retro, repurposed, upcycled, handmade and destash. The shop owner is a need-to-keep-my-hands-busy Mama who loves all things vintage, pretty, practical, impractical, upcycled, recycled and generally green
After becoming a mom to a newly diagnosed child with severe autism, Tam found her self looking for unique items to wear to show her support. She wasn't happy with the mass-produced selection available so she started making her own pieces and offering them in her etsy shop, Moon and Back Beads. The design featured here is just one of her designs. You can find more designs, as well as other beautiful jewelry pieces in her shop. Tam specializes in simple, but stunning jewellery with meaning. As it says in her shop announcement, "Have an incredible teacher, Education Assistant, Instructor Therapist etc. in your special needs child's life? You have come to the right place!"
Sharondipity is a fun little shop with practical items such as this phone case. According to the Sharondipity shop, "Sharondipity is a take on the word, Serendipity meaning an aptitude for making desirable discoveries by accident." The shop owner finds this happening a lot to her and some desirable discoveries end up in her shop. Besides practical, already-made pieces, you'll also find handy patterns such as wedding afghan patterns. Have a look at this quant little shop because by the sounds of it, you never know what you might find. 
This is a guest post by Jane Heinrichs.
One of the easiest ways to make a customer feel special is to say “thank-you”. You can say thank-you when they make a purchase, or if they make a special request, or recommend you to another person. Gratitude for even the smallest gesture produces good energy, and might lead to more sales or more contacts.
The more grateful you are, the wealthier you feel, because you can see the blessings that surround you. A French proverb states: “Gratitude is the heart’s memory.”
So how can we show our gratitude to our customers?
Emails. You can start your emails by saying, “Thank-you for your contacting me” or “Thank-you for sharing your thoughts.” It immediately puts your reader into a positive frame of mind no matter what the subject or issue.
Thank-you cards. People receive so little really joyful mail that receiving a real paper and envelopes thank-you card is always a delightful surprise. They will cherish even the simplest gesture.
Make sure your cards have an image or your artwork or product on the front. Something catchy and aspirational. Also, make sure that you have your contact details and/or logo on the front of your card as well. That way if the recipient puts in on his/her fridge or memo-board they won’t have to turn it around to see who sent it.
Change your design frequently. That way if people receive more than one card in the period of a few months it will always have a different image to inspire them. I try to create two to three designs every year.
Make sure your notes are hand-written, sincere and personal. Why exactly are you grateful? What have they done for your? Say, “Thank-you for your order, I hope you enjoy the handbag.” Or, “Thank-you for recommending me to John, I appreciate your confidence in me.”
Send them out within one week, otherwise the recipient might forget exactly what he or she has done for you.
If you can’t get your note cards printed professionally, you can print them yourself. Just make sure you have a supply ready. Print 10 to 20 at a time on nice stiff paper, and keep them nearby with a stack of envelopes and stamps. That way they are ready for you to use and there is no excuse for not sending them out!
Take your thank-you cards to craft sales, events or on trips with you. You never know when you might be able to say thank-you and promote your business at the same time.
I have included two of my many thank-you card designs to inspire you.
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Jane Heinrichs is a writer and illustrator living between Winnipeg and London, UK. She has successfully started her own independent publishing company called “Wide Horizons Ink.” The first children’s book she published, “Magic at the Museum”, was short-listed for the Manitoba Book Awards “Best Illustrated Book.” Jane will be contributing bi-weekly business tips for CanArtisan.
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