Your shop name * | Floating Lemons |
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Zazzle to me is a... * | Full time job - with part time pay |
What is the best advice you have received from a fellow shopkeeper about your shops or designs you would like to pass on to another shopkeeper? * | |
The best advice? Patience. And hard work. Keep at it and don't give up and you'll eventually get results. My motto ... Bit by Bit. | |
What PODs do u currently use or have shops on? * |
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What did you do with your free time before zazzle or other POD's....and what do you do with it now? * | I used to read and write. A lot. Now? I no longer have any free time! Fortunately, I love my work and art, so spend pretty much every minute I have on it. That includes research and tutorials and learning how to market myself better, leaving barely enough time to eat and sleep. |
What programs do you use to make your designs * |
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Tell us more about what you like and do not like about each software you use, what makes it special. * | |
I love Corel Painter 12! I'm a beginner but whenever I have the time I dabble in it and hope something decent enough appears. In my non-digital art I use mainly colored pencils so it's quite lovely to wield digital brushes and get a sense of the paints without getting all messed-up. | |
Will you make custom orders? * | Yes - but only for people I know personally |
Elaborate on your answer above regarding custom orders... * | I used to do custom orders, but stopped because it takes me a long time to draw (in colored pencil) illustrations or create hand-drawn text designs, and unfortunately, I found that more often than not the customers who ordered them would just disappear. I have to prioritize my time, and custom orders end up taking up too much of it for too little reward either emotionally or financially. |
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This blog will feature interviews by POD Shopkeepers. A set of questions will be posed to each featured shopkeeper, with variation to ensure we get to know something special about each shopkeeper! Shopkeepers are asked to have fun when answering, so come back each week and see what exciting things they have to say!
Friday, June 29, 2012
Floating Lemons
Wednesday, June 27, 2012
Shopaholic Chick
Your shop name * | Shopaholic Chick |
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Zazzle to me is a... * | Full time job - with part time pay |
What is the best advice you have received from a fellow shopkeeper about your shops or designs you would like to pass on to another shopkeeper? * | |
Repeat this mantra - "I am not the shopper, give the shopper what they may want" - it is important to remember that just because YOU may not want that design on a pet dish, does not mean someone else may not....they may not be intending to use it as a pet dish!!! maybe they want it to throw jewelry in or candy...maybe you don't like your photo on a tshirt - but someone else may, maybe they don't plan to wear it, maybe they are going to cut the shirt and use the image on the shirt as part of a quilt.... | |
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What did you do with your free time before zazzle or other POD's....and what do you do with it now? * | I doodled, took pictures and played online....i just didn't make money on them!! Zazzle and other POD's allow me to take my hobbies and put them to use making some money on them. I do also like to crochet, make jewelry, read, travel and cook....and I still do all of them! |
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Tell us more about what you like and do not like about each software you use, what makes it special. * | I have Photoshop and Illustrator CS4, as well as inkscape and Photoshop 7 Personally I prefer Photoshop 7, I am self taught on it and I use it for everything, since it is what I have and what I know. I love it for it's simplicity in how it does things. I use Illustrator to "live trace" when i do hand sketches and scan them into the PC, live trace will go over and smooth out the lines so they don't look scratchy. Inkscape I use for doodling it is free and easy to use, i like it better then illustrator for many simple things. |
Will you make custom orders? * | Yes - sometimes free, sometimes fee required upfront |
Elaborate on your answer above regarding custom orders... * | I rarely charge up front, unless the person wants a great deal of work, or has no general idea of what they want and I will have to make multiple mock-ups, that will not be able to placed into general sale in my shop. I do not charge friends and family, and otherwise if what they want can be added to my store, i do not charge. |
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09-11-01 * Addicted To * Alien Nation * Anime Nation * Arabian Art * Binderific * B is for Birds * Chasing the Gnome * Clown Town * Dare to be Me * Doodle Speakers * Dragon's Lair * Edibility * From Santa’s Desk * Graduation Station * Jewcy designs * Just Sports * KiKi Kitty * Kooblees * Left Handed Cards * Occupation Station * Peace People * Same Sex Marriage * Say I Love You * Shopaholic Chick * That's my Baby * Triple Goddess * USA Loves to Vote * What If * Witches Wardrobe * With Love Always * |
Monday, June 25, 2012
Yshua the Painter
You ShopID or Shop name as you wish it to appear on the title * | Yshua the Painter |
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Are you a Zazzle Proseller? * | No |
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What is your favorite design from your shop to create - even if it is not a best seller? and why is it your favorite? * | |
I love to do onesies...my pictures sort of lend themselves to kid clothing...my favorite is the grumpy hippo on the onesie below | |
What sites do you use to promote your zazzle store? (directly or indirectly - such as sites you use to promote your blogs which promote your store) * |
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If you could get your item on any TV show - which item would it be and what show would it be on....and why??? * | |
I'm not sure anything I'm doing is a good fit for television. I could see a throw pillow with one of my images ending up on Grey's Anatomy or something like that...some of the images while made with children in mind are on the abstract art side of the spectrum and would probably be a good fit for something like that...this one is a good example...http://www.zazzle.com/she_loves_me_throw_pillow_american_mojo_pillow-189984289216784554 | |
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How did you find zazzle - and what kept you going with it? * | a friend was using zazzle to sell promo merchandise for his novel...it seemed like a natural fit for the stuff I was painting so I thought I'd give it a go. |
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Saturday, June 23, 2012
Visages
You ShopID or Shop name as you wish it to appear on the title * | Visages |
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Are you a Zazzle Proseller? * | No |
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What is your favorite design from your shop to create - even if it is not a best seller? and why is it your favorite? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/panda_bear_chef_likes_honey_badgers_tshirt-235002835424362823 | |
What sites do you use to promote your zazzle store? (directly or indirectly - such as sites you use to promote your blogs which promote your store) * |
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If you could get your item on any TV show - which item would it be and what show would it be on....and why??? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/bone_china_cup_gift_with_flowers_and_leaves_specialty_mug-183391859810226630 | |
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How did you find zazzle - and what kept you going with it? * | |
One day in August, 2011, while surfing the internet looking for ways to sell my drawings, paintings and photography, I found Zazzle.com. I happened to notice "become a seller" or some such verbiage and realized that without any charge to me I could show off and hopefully make money with my art. Making money was key as I'm an older individual and there aren't many job opportunities for older women despite my years of experience in the publishing field. The sales I have made - although not yet enough to make me a pro - has increased my self-confidence ten fold. I have come to realize that my art - to whatever degree - is appreciated and sought. I have three words for that: Hurray for me! | |
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Thursday, June 21, 2012
Erin Mac Designs
You ShopID or Shop name as you wish it to appear on the title * | Erin Mac Designs |
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Are you a Zazzle Proseller? * | Yes |
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What is your favorite design from your shop to create - even if it is not a best seller? and why is it your favorite? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/i_will_not_sink_shirt-235551260035753766 | |
What sites do you use to promote your zazzle store? (directly or indirectly - such as sites you use to promote your blogs which promote your store) * |
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If you could get your item on any TV show - which item would it be and what show would it be on....and why??? * | This is a hard question, because I would love to see any of my designs on any TV show, it would be amazing! But if I had to pick just one I would go with, (http://www.zazzle.com/tattoo_guitar_shirt-235190651261520658) my Tattoo Guitar Shirt on Suburgatory. I think it would fit Tess really well because she has a very Indie/Artistic vibe about her. It is a line drawn electric guitar with vines and leaves wrapped around it. Has a tattoo feel to it, and is very colorful. It was one of my first designs and holds a special place in my heart as the jump start to my career. |
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How did you find zazzle - and what kept you going with it? * | While looking for something I could make some money on and use my creativity. I loved it so I stayed! |
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Tuesday, June 19, 2012
Emele Photography
You ShopID or Shop name as you wish it to appear on the title * | Emele Photography |
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Are you a Zazzle Proseller? * | Yes |
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What is your favorite design from your shop to create - even if it is not a best seller? and why is it your favorite? * | http://www.zazzle.com/tuscany_card-137878197225464169 This Urn is one of my favorite all time photos that gets put on all the products at Zazzle (though only when it looks right!). As soon as I saw the flower pot against the rustic orange wall at a monastery in Crete, Greece I just knew I had to capture it! It's so simple really, yet screams the Greek islands and the Mediterranean... I simply love it and was glad it caught my eye that day... and that I was able to do what I saw justice in the camera - Sometimes these things don't turn out as planned sadly! |
What sites do you use to promote your zazzle store? (directly or indirectly - such as sites you use to promote your blogs which promote your store) * |
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If you could get your item on any TV show - which item would it be and what show would it be on....and why??? * | Wow thats a hard, and rather unique question! It would have be one of my photography prints but choosing which one is impossible! I have briefly pondered how set-designers choose the products to display in characters houses in soap and thought "wouldn't it be cool if I had a print on display in the house of a major tv character" but as for which show and which actor/acress I would choose I have no idea... I'm not in the U.S either so if I did name a show you probably wouldn't have any idea what I was talking about lol ;) |
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How did you find zazzle - and what kept you going with it? * | I Googled something along the lines of "sell photography online / make money with photography" and came across Zazzle. I was dubious at first but since no upfront money was required figured I had nothing to loose other than time... That was back in 2006 and I've not looked back! Seeing another sale "ping in" whether I've made $0.20 or $20.00 keeps me going with my store, tweaking it and making new products . |
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Sunday, June 17, 2012
New Day Gardens Gifts
You ShopID or Shop name as you wish it to appear on the title * | New Day Gardens Gifts |
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Are you a Zazzle Proseller? * | No |
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What is your favorite design from your shop to create - even if it is not a best seller? and why is it your favorite? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/new_day_gardens_business_plaquard_template_dl_pm_plaque-200861630158140169 | |
What sites do you use to promote your zazzle store? (directly or indirectly - such as sites you use to promote your blogs which promote your store) * |
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If you could get your item on any TV show - which item would it be and what show would it be on....and why??? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/autism_awareness_shirt-235637058713355062 | |
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How did you find zazzle - and what kept you going with it? * | Others from a common forum had tried Zazzle to promote their garden businesses. I am delayed in really building my nursery while searching for affordable land to grow on. In the mean time I wanted a way to promote my brand and I have a lifetime of garden related photographs just waiting to be shared with the public. Zazzle is perfect for that and a better fit than CafePress. I enjoy the products they offer & the design tools. The forums are really helpful. |
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Friday, June 15, 2012
Fun Nature Photography
You ShopID or Shop name as you wish it to appear on the title * | Fun Nature Photography |
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Are you a Zazzle Proseller? * | Yes |
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What is your favorite design from your shop to create - even if it is not a best seller? and why is it your favorite? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/squirrel_drinking_tropical_drink_poster-228782673720809008 | |
What sites do you use to promote your zazzle store? (directly or indirectly - such as sites you use to promote your blogs which promote your store) * |
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If you could get your item on any TV show - which item would it be and what show would it be on....and why??? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/squirrel_and_cookie_jar_speckcase-176137964050575215 | |
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How did you find zazzle - and what kept you going with it? * | |
I found an artist on the web who recommended the quality of Zazzle's t-shirts over those of Cafe Press. I already had a shop on Cafe Press but never did much with it. I joined Zazzle about a year and a half ago and had a good Christmas season my first year but never really added too much to my shop. This past fall I was determined to put more time into my shop though and I've seem some fantastic results. I ended up quitting Cafe Press because I thought there was a big difference in attitude between the two companies. | |
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Wednesday, June 13, 2012
Shannon Workman Photography
You ShopID or Shop name as you wish it to appear on the title * | Shannon Workman Photography |
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Are you a Zazzle Proseller? * | No |
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What is your favorite design from your shop to create - even if it is not a best seller? and why is it your favorite? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/multiplication_abstract_smoke_blackberry_bold_case-179514792318875730 | |
What sites do you use to promote your zazzle store? (directly or indirectly - such as sites you use to promote your blogs which promote your store) * |
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If you could get your item on any TV show - which item would it be and what show would it be on....and why??? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/multiplication_abstract_smoke_blackberry_bold_case-179514792318875730 | |
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How did you find zazzle - and what kept you going with it? * | |
I had actually come across Zazzle a few years ago while doing some research on print-on-demand companies. I dug through a lot of the offerings and was duly impressed, and, to be honest, a little intimidated. The site was bookmarked for farther investigation, but life happened, so I just never came back around to it. Recently, I've been getting quite a few requests for all sorts of items with my fine art pieces on them. Calendars and mugs were the most requested, but there were quite a few people asking for magnets, coasters, phone cases. This led me back to my old bookmarks. Zazzle seemed to be the best fit for what I wanted and gave me a great opportunity to expand into new and interesting products. So after a little tinkering, a lot of forum-hunting, and many hours of playing, my new shop was born and I couldn't be happier with it! | |
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Monday, June 11, 2012
MtnMistDesigns
You ShopID or Shop name as you wish it to appear on the title * | MtnMistDesigns |
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Are you a Zazzle Proseller? * | No |
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What is your favorite design from your shop to create - even if it is not a best seller? and why is it your favorite? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/mouse_with_heart_case_for_iphone_speckcase-176070194406419486 | |
What sites do you use to promote your zazzle store? (directly or indirectly - such as sites you use to promote your blogs which promote your store) * |
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If you could get your item on any TV show - which item would it be and what show would it be on....and why??? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/ghost_horse_believe_keychain-146316450036710862 | |
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How did you find zazzle - and what kept you going with it? * | I found Zazzle when a fellow artist on Renderosity mentioned he has a Zazzle store and then explained to me that it was a great place to create posters for his artwork. After visiting Zazzle, reading through the forums and rules, and realizing the creative opportunity Zazzle offers, I decided to join also. Zazzle has allowed me to broaden my creativity and given me a much wider selection of artwork ideas. I'm fairly new to Zazzle but I absolutely not only love it but always look forward to the excitement of product creation. |
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Saturday, June 9, 2012
Snakesmom
You ShopID or Shop name as you wish it to appear on the title * | Snakesmom |
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Are you a Zazzle Proseller? * | Yes |
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What is your favorite design from your shop to create - even if it is not a best seller? and why is it your favorite? * | http://www.zazzle.com/no_way_can_i_win_this_speckcase-176296725712094280 I love creating funny cartoons because there is nothing better in life then making people laugh and poking fun at how crazy we all really are. I have four crazy kids, three girls and a son named Jake which is where the store name "Snakesmom" was born. My poor son has had to endure a LOT of emotions putting up with the four crazy women in his life. This is also the reason many of the cartoons I create are of siblings picking on each other because I hear and see a whole lot of that around my house. |
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If you could get your item on any TV show - which item would it be and what show would it be on....and why??? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/family_road_trip_cartoon_tshirt-235236250652483713 | |
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How did you find zazzle - and what kept you going with it? * | I stumbled upon Zazzle one day after reading a forum post on a writing site with people talking about how much they loved the site. I have always loved to create art, write poetry and take pictures so Zazzle is the perfect fit for me since I can do all three. One thing I truly love about Zazzle is the quality of the products in which we put our art. I have purchased many items from other Zazzle artists and my own store and not once have I ever not loved the quality of the product. I am proud to give gifts that come from Zazzle because I know that each gift is special and is going to be a cherished keepsake. |
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Thursday, June 7, 2012
The House of Prosepine
You ShopID or Shop name as you wish it to appear on the title * | The House of Prosepine |
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Are you a Zazzle Proseller? * | No |
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What is your favorite design from your shop to create - even if it is not a best seller? and why is it your favorite? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/the_castle_by_the_sea_card-137817015750773365 | |
What sites do you use to promote your zazzle store? (directly or indirectly - such as sites you use to promote your blogs which promote your store) * |
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If you could get your item on any TV show - which item would it be and what show would it be on....and why??? * | |
http://www.zazzle.com/mermaid_with_pearls_and_seahorse_mug-16827361 | |
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How did you find zazzle - and what kept you going with it? * | I have been working at art for a long time, but only recently moved over to a more graphic format. Once I started playing around with computer graphics I was fumbling about the internet and stumbled across Cafe Press and Zazzle. I tried both, but prefer the spirit of Zazzle! I havn't had a huge amount of sales, but I keep at it because I love working and perfecting a skill, and I know a lot of people can make an income from Zazzle. |
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