WOW!

At last I have got my jewellery into a bridal shop!  I am going to speak with them on Saturday, to view the shop and discuss what pieces they want and where they'll be displayed.  Laura is lovely, and was extremely enthusiastic about my work, which is a great confidence boost.

Yesterday's class went really well.  I am surprised at how I am pushing my own boundaries with this stuff all the time.  It really does go to show that you never stop learning in life.  I always think it's a shame you can't channel that knowledge to the younger generation, but maybe that is how it should be.  That's what makes the world go round, and us all different. 

Disapponted once again

well, just when you think it's going ok, something jumps up to slap you in the face doesn't it.  The Girls Nights Out gig was cancelled on Friday, so having spent bucketloads on new supplies and exhibition lights, expecting to get some really decent sales on Friday, I was again thwarted! 

That coupled with a disappointing return on the stall means that I spent the weekend feeling a little depressed.  However, ever the optimist I have photographed new items and am currently updating the website.  Not giving up, not yet anyway.  :)

i've been away for a wee while

this is my first blog for about four weeks.  i've been away to Cyprus for two of those weeks, but I'm back now.  a dodgy tan? oh yes... indeed.  new design ideas .... well yes but .... none of them seem to be catchy... fact is,... they're beautiful,.... but... no body else thinks they fit 'the trend'. don't get trendy or fashion, I've always been my own person!

Back home

After two weeks in lovely lovely Cyprus.  Fantastic, it was hot, sunny, and full of laughter.  days on the beach, nights in the clubs.... well, one night in one club, but who's counting!

now down to the hard work of getting Purple Princess into profit.  Here's hoping. :)

So the biggest event for me so far,.... yes I have agreed

to do the Girls' Night Out evening in London, 8th October.  I need lots of gorgeous things for the younger lady contingent, 20 to 35 year olds in order to maximise sales.  Let's hope it's great.... no let's hope it's fantastic, and proves to be a real springboard for Purple Princess Designs. :)

so .. today I have 'spoken' to the editor of Cosmopolitan

Yup, I have twittered, tweeted? twat? with Louise Court the editor of Cosmopolitan magazine, not too much later I was contacted by Vogue magazine as well. They are asking for advertising but I think that nearly £400 is a bit top heavy for me.  been caught out like that before!

so here is a question...

If you had money,... which I know most of us don't but just supposing, would you be prepared to spend £20 per head to go to a specific venue in London, with your girlfriends.  The idea is that the venue houses businesses such as myself, or Britvic, or Bacardi Breezer or other fashion and cosmetic stalls.  Music plays all evening, and free drinks are available.  you can browse the stalls or buy to your heart's content.

I would really appreciate your thoughts.