tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-786103217808881915.post1341223867434015981..comments2023-09-11T08:27:30.090-05:00Comments on The RuffleBlog: On your journeyAmber @ RuffleButtshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07419058172329594196noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-786103217808881915.post-21226932414394444332010-09-03T11:21:23.944-05:002010-09-03T11:21:23.944-05:00I think I have read your blog from it's very b...I think I have read your blog from it's very beginning, and certainly since we started our line. As I ready through the comments I realize that you are constantly being ask for advise; I know you have to get tired, but I'm going to add my question to the many. I remember reading that you participated in the Boom Boom Room, and I would like to know if you think it was worth the time and expense. We're small and struggling along, but I would hate to make a wrong decision not to attend.<br /><br />Thank you,<br />Patricia BarnettPunkydoo Kidshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06418167762409779879noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-786103217808881915.post-90855776453848776602010-09-01T14:14:44.617-05:002010-09-01T14:14:44.617-05:00Great post. I am so lost at the moment and really ...Great post. I am so lost at the moment and really have no idea where to start with all my ideas. I am the owner of a parenting website in South Africa and am looking to branch out. I have had all the logo's designed, must now just get going with the manufacturing but have no idea where to start!<br /><br />Will keep reading your blog for inspiration. :-)<br /><br />By the way, I tried contacting you via the website to inquire about your affiliate program, but it did not want to send. Any other way I can contact you?Moomiehttp://www.moomie.co.zanoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-786103217808881915.post-17907354064677942722010-08-30T08:57:38.978-05:002010-08-30T08:57:38.978-05:00Thanks so much Amber! You are a sweetheart. Ok...o...Thanks so much Amber! You are a sweetheart. Ok...one more thing, are tradeshows worth the investment. I was looking at attending the ABC show in Vegas next Oct. Also, did you start getting exposure for your product by going door to door of boutiques or did you just start with your website? Ok, I'm done....I feel bad bugging you to death! Once I get the provisional patent and put up my website I'll be sure to send you a link. God Bless!~ Kimberlee B ~https://www.blogger.com/profile/15603699790716474756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-786103217808881915.post-63602859191164650462010-08-26T09:06:31.482-05:002010-08-26T09:06:31.482-05:00Kimberlee,
Thanks for your comments. Believe me,...Kimberlee, <br /><br />Thanks for your comments. Believe me, we were all there at one point. As for the newbie thing, I am a big fan of "faking it till you make it" with manufacturers. They don't really need to know you're new at this. Come across as confident as you can, and this will rub off on them. And, if they shy away from your lack of experience, you don't want to work with them anyway. You need to work with someone that is ready to grow with you. <br /><br />As for the logo, I would HIGHLY recommend hiring a graphic designer to design this. It needs to be unique and it absolutely has to have the ability to copyright. <br /><br />On the packaging, it really depends on your product here. For us, the packaging is minimal and/or retailer driven. Some of our retailers dictate how we package our goods, but overall apparel is pretty simple. On a larger product, I would recommend 1st asking your manufacture if this is something that they outsource. It is sometimes easiest to allow them to use their contacts. Otherwise, I would research packaging suppliers in the same area as your manufacturer, so you can at least coordinate the two. <br /><br />Hope that helps!! I wish you all the success in the world =)<br /><br />AmberAmber @ RuffleButtshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07419058172329594196noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-786103217808881915.post-5049732950461826162010-08-25T20:36:57.888-05:002010-08-25T20:36:57.888-05:00Sorry, guess I should be alittle more specific. I...Sorry, guess I should be alittle more specific. I read your blog and it's been very helpful. More then anything I'm wondering if you made your logo/trademark yourself and how did you go about finding packaging? Thanks again in advance!~ Kimberlee B ~https://www.blogger.com/profile/15603699790716474756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-786103217808881915.post-59405561903157277412010-08-25T20:03:47.142-05:002010-08-25T20:03:47.142-05:00Thank you so much for this. I've had a wonder...Thank you so much for this. I've had a wonderful item that I created and tweaked and over the last 5 years. Everything you wrote is exactly how I've been feeling. I have the utmost respect for you and what you've accomplished and all that you share about your experiences. My husband, family, friends and even strangers who see my product all think it awesome, but I am constantly second guessing myself and the task seems so daunting. I hate to bug you but if possible, could you please share with me any insight or referrals you have. My product is made of fabric and it's not apparel, but is for babies. I have called some manufacturers and they all seem turned off when they find out I'm new to all of this. Any advice would be much appreciated. God Bless and much continued success. Kim~ Kimberlee B ~https://www.blogger.com/profile/15603699790716474756noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-786103217808881915.post-48400519399329101372010-08-25T10:47:17.457-05:002010-08-25T10:47:17.457-05:00Amber! I'm so glad I found you. Seriously can&...Amber! I'm so glad I found you. Seriously can't get enough of these ruffles! Thanks for stopping by my blog. I was so excited to get a comment from the Owner of Ruffled Butts. hehe. Highlight of my day ;) I immediately found your blog and store. OMG, those ruffled tights!!! Uh, my husband is going to kill me I just know it. Little girls are so fun to dress. lol. Girl, you're gonna get me in trouble :) Great to be connected! Can't wait to pass on your websites to all my girlfriends. Keep up the good work!Kelsey https://www.blogger.com/profile/15248771197551935533noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-786103217808881915.post-90225838269108530102010-07-28T16:55:29.185-05:002010-07-28T16:55:29.185-05:00Thank you for such an inspiring and motivating pos...Thank you for such an inspiring and motivating post.Rosemaryhttp://www.ClutchThat.Etsy.comnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-786103217808881915.post-83113259025665138352010-07-28T15:44:18.969-05:002010-07-28T15:44:18.969-05:00This is one of the best pieces of advice I have ev...This is one of the best pieces of advice I have ever read!I would love to share this on my blog on Tuesday(that's when i share things form other blogs),as well,as post this in the etsy forums.I think some people there could use this.Jennifer Vancehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00438201793572736663noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-786103217808881915.post-75935604520925019192010-07-28T13:14:24.925-05:002010-07-28T13:14:24.925-05:00great post! your words are inspiring and motivatin...great post! your words are inspiring and motivating. This is how I feel about my new photography business...I am just starting out and I am experiencing those feelings. Thank you for sharing. If you don't mind I'd love to share this post with my people =)<br /><br />You are amazing! I just ordered a ruffle butt bloomer for my daughter kayla this week. It is going to go perfect with her birthday outfit =) we will send you a picture! thank you!Brenda Knighthttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09647718788370144681noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-786103217808881915.post-17487011176571478622010-07-28T12:02:35.014-05:002010-07-28T12:02:35.014-05:00In awe. What a great post. I'm also on just ...In awe. What a great post. I'm also on just the tip of beginning to launch my little sewing business of one into a BUSINESS of big proportions and I really found this to be inspiring!Trishhttp://twopeasinapoddesigns.wordpress.comnoreply@blogger.com