If you are a creative entrepreneur and you haven’t read Dear Handmade Life’s blog, then drop everything and go here. Their blog is filled with biz tips and craft projects that are not to be missed. They also have an amazing podcast where they interview other creative biz owners and drink cocktails. Listen to it. Really. It is super fun to listen to while you’re on the treadmill or embroidering bad words. P.S. Did you know we are a regular monthly contributor on their blog? What? No? Go there. 1. Who are you, what do you do, and how did it…...

Follow Wrenbirdarts on Instagram. UPDATE: In addition to her own blog, Erin Duncan is now a monthly contributor to Dear Handmade Life. Read her new post, “Why Taking Time Out for Self-Care Makes Your Creative Business Stronger”. I met Erin through Instagram when I spotted a “Mazel” and “Throwin’ Shade” embroidered hanky on her feed. This led to a couple major realizations: 1. I wasn’t the only one watching a Real Housewives marathon on BravoTV and 2. Erin was a rad chick. The juxtaposition of modern slang paired with the time-honored craft of embroidery is what she is known for.…...