F.A.Q.
Q. What planner do you use?
Still in Happy Planner, this year (2020) I nabbed the wellness one + the dashboard layout and combined them. I like the wellness layout for the weeklies but I manage my weeks/month in list - I'll be testing this out in JAN but I LOVE THE STAR INSERTS so much. I bought so many.
I also nabbed the rainbow horizontal and of course I have various inserts from previous books I keep that I can pull from as needed.
Q. What kind of pens do you use?
Still, use the heck out of my Happy Ink ones, these guys, not an affiliate link FYI, but I also have recently gotten really into the gel version, surprisingly. They were on clearance one day at a store and here we are, all the colors in my bag always. <this is still pretty true, love the gel pens, I tried the Crayola gel pens, just for giggles, and me’h>
I am currently looking for some cute gel highlighters - the kind that are like crayons. The search continues.
Q. Where did you learn to draw/digital art?
I’ve always been interested in art so I tend to pick up what I need to accomplish whatever theme/idea I have. As far as digital media, same thing. I wanted to create something so I tried it and practice with art programs until I got to where I am now. I have made a few tutorials on how to create printables for yourself.
I personally use Photoshop to make the printables I sell.
Q. Do you have a planning routine?
Not at the moment, I tend to plan out the week / future week whenever I feel I need a mood booster.
Q. I’m not artistic, how can I incorporate decorative planning?
If you want to get started, I always tell people I meet – all you need is sticker paper. Literally. You can print whatever you want on sticker paper for personal use. Google anything, size the backgrounds, steal the icons, it does not matter if it I for personal use. If you like it to copy and paste it into word and print. It is that easy.
If you want to create something, or to just express yourself, practice. That is the best way to get better at anything.
Q. How do I make stickers
I use the Silhouette to cut my stickers, cause it is awesome, and the sticker paper is from Onlinelabels.com. Still the best pricing I’ve seen. I make mine in Photoshop, based on what I would use, suggestions always welcome, and then just design them, test, cut, print and put online as I go.
I also recently got an iPad and have started doodling some stickers then bringing them into Adobe. I like this so far, but I am more of a fan of doing vectors ('cause I am a perfectionist when it comes to lining things up)
Q. Do you still make custom jewelry?
I haven't in awhile, but I have a ton of stock and am planning to hit up some local fairs this year with friends. I am going to do some new items for it too - to see how they sell. If you are interested in a piece you can see what I have in my StoreEnvy - and I will be doing an Instagram with this shop if you are Colorado local!
Q. How do you make said custom jewelry?
Again, Photoshop and practice. I get them printed at different places, locally (Denver) there is Foxy Design Lab. He is great. I also get some from Outfab which is a great service. Flat fee and they are sent quickly. You need to make sure the files are done correctly, as they only cut and do not check or flip, etc. It’s on you. You should also reach out to people on Instagram, sometimes you can get a great deal, make a friend or even get something made in a new material!
Q. How can I connect with you online?
You can email me, message me here, or on Instagram. If you are interested in getting something created be sure to check out my page - work with me. I would love to help you with your marketing goals!