Crafty in Tooele

For those of you that haven't heard, I'm beginning the long journey of becoming a small business owner. My dream is to have a craft store - one that can supply other artists to fuel their dreams and creativity, as well as display my own work. I'll offer much more than just supplies - there will be discount events for kids, as well as beginner workshops - I'm even going to take classes on photography and offer to capture events and build scrapbooks for those who don't have the time. Such a dream had me wondering though - is Tooele really the place to start?

Despite the large county size, Tooele (the town) is actually rather small. The couple of blocks that make up "downtown" house a handful of small businesses that honestly impress me. One of my favorites is Sweet Lizzie's. A great review can be found here : http://welcometomychaos.com/2010/09/sweet-lizzies-candy-shop/ .

I can easily see my own quirky style fitting in among these outstanding places. When it comes to starting up a small business, what better place could there be but a small town? While we have a major craft store available (Joann's http://www.joann.com/ ), it's awfully mainstream. When you're looking for a homey touch, and a friend to offer tips and tricks, I'll be feeling secure in what my business will offer. Be sure to keep tabs on my blog, and I'll give you all a heads up as my ideas progress into actions! Step one : college. The adventure has begun.

Technological Noob

You might think, with as many years as I've used the computer (and the internet that matter), I would be better at keeping up with the times. I've only recently started up with Twitter and blogging. What brought me to take it seriously? College. Go figure! It seems that today's society is so completely wrapped up in technology that not only the social world, but the academic and business worlds can't escape. I guess it's time to embrace it!

A Warm Welcome

Well hello there! It seems you've stumbled across my little slice of net paradise. It's so rare these days to have something to call completely your own - so this is mine. Here you will find out more about the world according to me - Ashley. It's nice to meet you.

So sit back, relax and take a look around. I hope my wandering mind won't get you too lost.