Updates from the Zoo

Please excuse my absence as of late, but between running a small business and a small zoo, my plate tis full. I'm powering through the days running on only a couple hours of sleep each night and dangling from the end of my rope. Someone... anyone... please send wine.

Peanut has been living with me for the last week and a half while my parents are on vacation. Peanut is a blind, one-eyed chihuahua with a whole slew of medical issues that require a medley of insulin shots, pills and eye drops every day. And of course, Brody's molars decide to start poking through now... so I spend my evenings with a yipping chihuahua and a hysterical toddler... both who refuse to sleep. Zora and I have sought out refuge in the laundry room the last couple nights. In theory, they can't find us in there... right?

I hope everyone had a wonderful Valentine's Day! Ashley and I went out to dinner on Friday night and she forced me treated me to a haircut. I'm pretty sure she and Mama Z have conspired together to make sure I look like a presentable human being when I go on dates. But my hair doesn't look like a complete hack job anymore, so thanks, Skiss. :)

I had every intention of spending Valentine's Day home alone, snuggling with the puppies and a bottle of wine... but it actually turned out to be a great night. Good food... great company... lots of promise. ;)

Side note: West Michigan friends... mark your calendars on April 18! My sister and I will be selling jewelry and paper goods at the craft fair hosted by Lebanon Lutheran Church in Whitehall. I will be featuring several products from my shop as well as a handful of brand new prints and other goodies. Speaking of the Etsy shop, don't forget that 40% of February's proceeds will be donated to the Animal Placement Bureau to celebrate Zora's 4th birthday. Get your orders in now!

Arch Etsy: Small Business, Big Goals for 2015

One of my goals for 2015 is to put more time and effort into promoting and stocking my Etsy shop. I first opened my shop three years ago with only a couple of items. It started out as more of a hobby to tinker with in my spare time and to put some extra spending cash in my pocket.

     

This past year, Etsy had turned into a creative outlet, personal challenge and a pursuit of greater financial independence. A huge thank you to my customers and those who have supported my small business endeavors!

My shop currently features paper goods such as posters, countdowns and invitations primarily focused towards pregnancies, babies/children and pet lovers. Some new, completely different projects are in the works and can't wait to get those listed in the shop. This year, customers can look forward to new products, promo codes, repeat sales incentives and a handful of giveaways. I even finally got around to giving my brand and packaging a teeny facelift as well as launched a Facebook page and Twitter and Instagram accounts. Please give 'em a follow/like and share the love! Shop Arch!  Thanks again for all your support!

Arch Etsy Shop Holiday Sale

Shopping for an expecting friend? Planning on revealing a pregnancy during Christmas? Have a pet lover on your list? 

Look no further than my Etsy shop! And during the month of December, take 10% off your entire order. Just use coupon code ArchDec2014 during checkout.

Thanks for your continued support and happy holidays everyone!

Shop Sections:

• Pregnancy
• Kids
• Baby Shower
• Special Dates/Events
• Deployment
• Pets
• Invitations

Happy 100th Etsy Sale!

I just wanted to take a minute to thank all my customers for all their support as I hit my 100th Etsy sale today!

I've been slowly adding items to my Etsy shop over the past year and currently offer ten projects ranging from nursery wall art to deployment countdowns to anniversary gifts. Be sure to swing by the shop as many of these items make great gifts for expecting parents and grandparents! Custom orders are also always available.

Thanks again for all your support!

Pregnancy Countdown Poster Baby Predictions + Wishes	Pregnancy Countdown Chain Birth Vitals Poster
Monogrammed Vitals Poster (Girl)	Monogrammed Vitals Poster (Boy)
Special Date Longitude + Latitude	Special Events Date Poster
School Memories Scrapbook Kit	Deployment Countdown Chain