Bebop's Place

Store Name *	Bebop's Place
How has zazzle changed your life? *	I think it has gotten my creative juices flowing quite a bit. I am always thinking about new designs. It also takes a lot of my time.
Zazzle is a... *	Part Time Job
What advice would you share with a friend or family member if they wanted to join zazzle? *	Well first, you have to make a commitment to keep at this. It takes a lot of time and hard work. It also takes quite a lot of time before you will be selling on a regular basis. So patience is important. Checking the Zazzle Forum posts on a daily basis is a must. Lots of very useful information is there to be mined. Also, ithe Forum is the opening to promoting your products which is critical. I think the most important thing is this. It should be fun. If it becomes a drag, go out and get a job!
What other PODs do you use? *	Zazzle
What do you do when you are not zazzling? *	Tend my flower and vegetable gardens, take photos, read, cook, hike
How many stores do you have on zazzle? *	2-4
Which do you prefer and why? 1 Mega Store or Several Niche Stores *	An interesting question...I prefer one central store but have recently added my first smaller niche store (weddings) and can see where more small store may be useful in the future.
I usually work... *	On my desktop at my desk
A List of your stores *	http://www.zazzle.com/bebops http://www.zazzle.com/bebopsweddings

Pretty World

Store Name *	Pretty World
How do you create/edit the designs you place for sale on zazzle? *	Digital Camera Hand drawn/painted/created & Scanned Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator Inkscape Other Raster (photoshop type program) Other 3d Program Other
What is the most important thing you have learned since starting on zazzle? *	If the design is pretty, don't waste your time wondering if anyone will actually buy it. The day that one great customer bought a set of stickers featuring rhubarb sprouts emerging from the soil in early spring (looking like little red and green brains) was the day that I stopped trying to second guess the customer. Now I just focus on making really great designs and leave the shopping to the customers.
Do you consider yourself an Artist selling art, or a Business person selling products which happen to be art? *	Both - every product contains art, even if it is not in my taste I will offer it for sale, since that is what the customers want
What do you enjoy most about zazzle? *	Being able to market my art directly to the customer, and on such a fantastic variety of product too!
When working on zazzle you... *	need complete silence to concentrate
What is your favorite thing to do when not Zazzling? *	Zazzle some more! And think about new design ideas, shoot more photos, draw more. I also spend a lot of time in the garden getting my flowers ready for the next photo shoot. Of course, there's also a bunch of farm chores to fill any remaining time.
What promotion do you use? *	Your own site(s)
List your Shops *	http://www.zazzle.com/pretty_world

Badr0b0t

Store Name *	Badr0b0t
How do you create/edit the designs you place for sale on zazzle? *	Hand drawn/painted/created & Scanned Adobe Photoshop Adobe Photoshop Elements Other Vector (illustrator type program)
What is the most important thing you have learned since starting on zazzle? *	That the most important thing in order to be successful is to constantly be creating, sometimes it can be hard feeling like you're not creating anything good but every piece you create teaches you something new.
Do you consider yourself an Artist selling art, or a Business person selling products which happen to be art? *	Both - every product contains art, even if it is not in my taste I will offer it for sale, since that is what the customers want
What do you enjoy most about zazzle? *	I like the ability to create a store exactly the way you want. the freedom you get to change every aspect of the store let's you feel like you're creating something worthwhile rather than just hosting art on a site.
When working on zazzle you... *	have the TV going in the background
What is your favorite thing to do when not Zazzling? *	I love to play music, I'm a bass player and I'm usually down the studio working on tunes with my mates, gonna stick a big shout out to big bad wolf records (find them on facebook)
What promotion do you use? *	Your own site(s) Blogger Blog(s) Twitter(s) Google+ Myspace(s) Facebook Profile(s) Facebook Page(s)
List your Shops *	http://www.zazzle.com/Badr0b0t

livingnature

Store Name *	livingnature
How do you create/edit the designs you place for sale on zazzle? *	Digital Camera Hand drawn/painted/created & Photographed Adobe Photoshop Other Raster (photoshop type program)
What is the most important thing you have learned since starting on zazzle? *	Be patient. Sales won't always increase. At first I thought I'd see constant improvement as I continue to work on shops and although there is a general trend some months can be really bad.
Do you consider yourself an Artist selling art, or a Business person selling products which happen to be art? *	Artist - every product is a perfect piece of art i have carefully selected and set to match how I feel they should be displayed
What do you enjoy most about zazzle? *	The Quick Create feature. It is not perfect, but it is much better than what the other PODs have. With QC, I can easily add my artwork to many artworks at once and quickly modify them before posting them for sale.
When working on zazzle you... *	need complete silence to concentrate
What is your favorite thing to do when not Zazzling? *	Reading fantasy and Sci-fi books as well as going for walks with the camera.
What promotion do you use? *	Your own site(s) Blogger Blog(s) Twitter(s) Google+ Facebook Profile(s) Facebook Page(s) Squidoo(s)
List your Shops *
http://www.zazzle.com/livingnature http://www.zazzle.com/christopherinmexico http://www.zazzle.com/kaleidoscopeart http://www.zazzle.com/antiquedart http://www.zazzle.com/abstractfractalart http://www.zazzle.com/holidaygreetings http://www.zazzle.com/sciencefictionart http://www.zazzle.com/weddingart http://www.zazzle.com/outdoorart http://www.zazzle.com/wildanimalart http://www.zazzle.com/monochromephotoart http://www.zazzle.com/monogramsbychris

Noteable Expressions

Store Name *	Noteable Expressions
How do you create/edit the designs you place for sale on zazzle? *	Film Camera & Scanned Hand drawn/painted/created & Scanned Adobe Photoshop
What is the most important thing you have learned since starting on zazzle? *	Patience. It isn't a 'quick fix' - you just have to keep doing what you love!
Do you consider yourself an Artist selling art, or a Business person selling products which happen to be art? *	Artist - every product is a perfect piece of art i have carefully selected and set to match how I feel they should be displayed
What do you enjoy most about zazzle? *	Besides having an outlet for my art, I love the people I've met and been inspired by. Each person has their own story and on Zazzle there is room for us all.
When working on zazzle you... *	have the TV going in the background
What is your favorite thing to do when not Zazzling? *	I love spending time with my family, playing outside, board games, reading, and photography.
What promotion do you use? *	Your own site(s) Wordpress Blog(s) Blogger Blog(s) Posterous Blog(s) Google+ Facebook Profile(s) Facebook Page(s) Squidoo(s)
List your Shops *	http://www.zazzle.com/noteableexpressions

maryandjesus

Store Name *	maryandjesus
How do you create/edit the designs you place for sale on zazzle? *	Corel Paint shop pro
What is the most important thing you have learned since starting on zazzle? *	Someone once said, "If you want something fone right, do it yourself". They were absolutely correct.
Do you consider yourself an Artist selling art, or a Business person selling products which happen to be art? *	Both - every product contains art, even if it is not in my taste I will offer it for sale, since that is what the customers want
What do you enjoy most about zazzle? *	When I have a serious question, I can always call their support team. They have always been nice and helpful.
When working on zazzle you... *	have the TV going in the background
What is your favorite thing to do when not Zazzling? *	I go to a pool three days a week for therapy for my neck and back. I love being in the water.
What promotion do you use? *	Your own site(s) Blogger Blog(s) Twitter(s) Facebook Profile(s) Facebook Page(s) Squidoo(s)
List your Shops *	http://www.zazzle.com/maryandjesus http://www.zazzle.com/thedemocratlady http://www.zazzle.com/awardgear http://www.zazzle.com/laughstuff http://www.zazzle.com/flagnation

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Star Stream Design

Store Name *	Star Stream Design
How do you create/edit the designs you place for sale on zazzle? *	Digital Camera Adobe Photoshop Adobe Illustrator
What is the most important thing you have learned since starting on zazzle? *	I realize how little I knew when I first started Zazzle, but I think the most important thing is that you can make wonderful products, but if you don't let the world know about them, it's not likely you're going to sell much. Like any business, promotion is a key part of a business plan if you want to make a go of it.
Do you consider yourself an Artist selling art, or a Business person selling products which happen to be art? *	Both - every product contains art, even if it is not in my taste I will offer it for sale, since that is what the customers want
What do you enjoy most about zazzle? *	There are so many things I enjoy about Zazzle. First and foremost is the opportunity to create a product from almost any idea in my head. It's always a bit of a thrill to create something and then have someone somewhere in the world purchase it. I also love the flexibility it gives me to be able to work from home and be available for my family.
When working on zazzle you... *	need complete silence to concentrate
What is your favorite thing to do when not Zazzling? *	I don't have much time to myself when I'm not Zazzling, as I spend much of my time caring for my family. In the little free time I have, I enjoy working out, reading and just getting out of my office and seeing the world.
What promotion do you use? *	Wordpress Blog(s) Blogger Blog(s) Posterous Blog(s) Tumblr Blog(s) Twitter(s) Google+ Facebook Page(s) Squidoo(s) Business Cards
List your Shops *	http://www.zazzle.com/starstreamdesign http://www.zazzle.com/starstreambusiness http://www.zazzle.com/starstreamgifts http://www.zazzle.com/funshirtandstuff

Whaleriders6

Store Name *	Whaleriders6
How do you create/edit the designs you place for sale on zazzle? *	Digital Camera Adobe Photoshop Elements Other
What is the most important thing you have learned since starting on zazzle? *	Although I have learned a lot, the single most important thing I have learned it to promote like mad, from the beginning!
Do you consider yourself an Artist selling art, or a Business person selling products which happen to be art? *	Artist - every product is a perfect piece of art i have carefully selected and set to match how I feel they should be displayed
What do you enjoy most about zazzle? *	I love seeing my own photographs and vintage images become unique and beautiful products! There's nothing like the feeling of taking an old image and giving it a new life.
When working on zazzle you... *	have a child sitting on one knee while balancing the keyboard on the other, and trying to eat lunch in additi wait on hold with the utility company...
What is your favorite thing to do when not Zazzling? *	My life is all about my family and spending time with them! I am a homeschooling mom, which keeps me very busy, but we also love to hike, watch whales, play games, bake...just enjoy our time with each other!
What promotion do you use? *	Wordpress Blog(s) Blogger Blog(s) Other Blog(s) Commenting on other peoples blogs Twitter(s) Google+ Facebook Profile(s) Facebook Page(s) Squidoo(s) Posting on other peoples squidoo(s) Pinging Other Profile(s) Theme Specific Forum(s)
List your Shops *	http://www.zazzle.com/whaleriders6

Designs by Shell

Store Name *	Designs by Shell
How do you create/edit the designs you place for sale on zazzle? *	Digital Camera Hand drawn/painted/created & Scanned Corel Paint shop pro
What is the most important thing you have learned since starting on zazzle? *	I've learned that keywords and marketing are key to getting your products seen. Spending time networking in the forum is also helpful as well as sharing tips with others.
Do you consider yourself an Artist selling art, or a Business person selling products which happen to be art? *	Artist - every product is a perfect piece of art i have carefully selected and set to match how I feel they should be displayed
What do you enjoy most about zazzle? *	I enjoy being able to create my designs and place them on the products that I think they are best suited for. I also love that with Zazzle you can earn referrals and get a volume bonus as well as royalties.
When working on zazzle you... *	enjoy listening to music
What is your favorite thing to do when not Zazzling? *	I like to stay fit and healthy so I work out at the gym 3 days a week and enjoy going for walks with my husband. I also like to read, sing and enjoy home decorating.
What promotion do you use? *	Your own site(s) Blogger Blog(s) Commenting on other peoples blogs Twitter(s) Digg Google+ Facebook Page(s) Other Social Networking Site(s) Squidoo(s) Business Cards
List your Shops *	http://www.zazzle.com/seashell2

Dizzy Debbie

Store Name *	Dizzy Debbie
How do you create/edit the designs you place for sale on zazzle? *	Gimp Other
What is the most important thing you have learned since starting on zazzle? *	Most important thing I've learned at Zazzle is, what I like everyone else may not, and what other think is beautiful I may feel is trash. So being diverse in my products is important for me.
Do you consider yourself an Artist selling art, or a Business person selling products which happen to be art? *	Both - every product contains art, even if it is not in my taste I will offer it for sale, since that is what the customers want
What do you enjoy most about zazzle? *	I enjoy the custom tools most, Zazzle makes it so easy to make a product look nice and add any text you want to it.
When working on zazzle you... *	need complete silence to concentrate
What is your favorite thing to do when not Zazzling? *	My favorite things to do while not working on my shop is to read, watch movies, shop, and visit with my grandchildren.
What promotion do you use? *	Your own site(s) Blogger Blog(s) Commenting on other peoples blogs Other Social Networking Site(s) Squidoo(s) Posting on other peoples squidoo(s) Other Offline Promotion
List your Shops *	http://www.zazzle.com/dizzydebbie http://www.zazzle.com/justforteachers http://www.zazzle.com/Everythingplaid