This blog entry will be somewhat quick and to the point. I'm quickly trying to tie up any loose ends, today with orders, back ordered orders, now that we got our bands in (FINALLY!) and organizing a bit. I like to be prepared and knowing that next Tuesday I face a full semester of 15 units, attending school every day, makes me very nervous about everything being in order. If you've been following my blog and FB fan page, you'll know that I'm going back to school next week and finishing out my degree, this year. I've had many people ask me how I'm going to juggle school and my business, without killing myself. Well, I'm going part time. VERY part time. I sat down and looked at my school schedule, what I can realistically do out of each day with Dainty Button, while factoring in study/homework time and other obligations and responsibilities on my plate. The truth of the matter is, I can only commit to about 6 hours a week. This is a little hard to process, considering I'm used to working 40+ hours a week with Dainty Button. If I'm physically (and mentally) able to take on more, during the week, I will.
So, how exactly will this work?
I will be managing orders daily to see what comes in. Once I reach that limit a week, I will then either temporarily close my shop until I complete those orders or move my shipment turnaround time. I will more than likely rely upon the first option. Out of experience, it's better to get caught up before taking on more work. I hope this will not scare any customers off, in fear that you may be waiting forever to get your purchases. I'm preventing long delays by regulating orders and being realistic about how much work I can take on a week. Once, I get into the groove of school and solidify a schedule that works for me, this could change. I'm just being upfront and honest with my customers.
I am unlisting items this weekend that I will not longer offer, so if you've had your eye on something in particular, I wouldn't hesitate to check if it'll be around for awhile.
You can find current items for sale, here:
Also, I am selling sample bundles of fabrics I'm getting rid of. Each bundle is going for $10 and comes with an assortment of different materials and fabrics, I'm not longer using. Shipping is $5.00 for each box. If you're interested in purchasing a bundle, you can find them here:
Please, keep me and my little business in your prayers the next few weeks, as I start this new chapter in my life.
Much love,
Charity @ Dainty Button
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