tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71824503090650352252024-03-13T08:12:38.112-07:00You Go Girl! soaps blogThe world of You Go Girl!Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.comBlogger85125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-46806181761858435122012-06-20T18:56:00.000-07:002012-06-20T18:56:43.083-07:00Sooooo........I've been thinking. Thinking about maybe, possibly reopening my shop. <br />
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Truth is, I need a side hustle like yesterday! And you know this girl loves Etsy. So, I'll keep you posted on what I decide.<br />
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Tootles for now!Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-36471632270769172622010-01-11T07:38:00.000-08:002010-01-11T07:54:48.324-08:00You Go Girl Is Closing!Hi friends and family of You Go Girl Soaps,<br /><br />Wow, it's been a great 3 years of fun, creative, soap making. I have enjoyed meeting you all at Craft Shows and events.<br /><br />I have decided to move on from soap making into a new business endeavor. BLOGGING! I have had a blast bringing you all bargains and freebies through my blog The Coupon Sista. I've enjoyed it so much that I have decide to pursue it as a business. If you would still like to follow me and my business adventures, check me out at <a href="http://thecouponsista.blogspot.com/">http://thecouponsista.blogspot.com</a><br /><br />It's been a pleasure to serve you these few years and I have enjoyed the ride. <br /><br />Take Care,<br />StacieStacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-71426434836215545182009-05-16T17:46:00.000-07:002009-05-16T17:55:35.452-07:00Hi You Go Girl friends and family. Though things have been quiet around here I just made fresh batches of Cleopatra's Milk and Honey and Cucumber Cantaloupe. Check out my Etsy Shop to purchase. Have a wonderful Spring Day!Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-8053537307492987512009-04-15T07:32:00.000-07:002009-04-15T07:40:42.872-07:00Grow your business this Spring<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJJAWAkyQw9-eMChiZnUdXu10zWwR0uoH28TIVI8y-X4KmOWtG35RcL5O9qidWdXHZKZKj0CHOEy75dl0fiDa1fXNyzkxQm90l7njNtTzzMfJftV7ETC-VnKM7s42JwNuUFZfWwfUeEL8U/s1600-h/imagesdfes.jpg"><img style="TEXT-ALIGN: center; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 150px; DISPLAY: block; HEIGHT: 100px; CURSOR: hand" id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5324928042863562818" border="0" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJJAWAkyQw9-eMChiZnUdXu10zWwR0uoH28TIVI8y-X4KmOWtG35RcL5O9qidWdXHZKZKj0CHOEy75dl0fiDa1fXNyzkxQm90l7njNtTzzMfJftV7ETC-VnKM7s42JwNuUFZfWwfUeEL8U/s200/imagesdfes.jpg" /></a><br /><div>Here are some great business tips for my fellow entrepreneurs out there. Brought to you by the great people over at SCORE.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><br />Get Up and Grow Your Business<br />SCORE April Newsletter</div><br /><div></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Improve. Get smart with </span><a href="http://www.score.org/April/keys_to_growing_business.html"><span style="color:#000000;">Seven Keys to Growing Your Business.</span></a></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;"></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Expand. Cash in and </span><a href="http://www.score.org/April/all_systems_grow.html"><span style="color:#000000;">bring your small success to a larger stage</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">.<br /></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Enter. $10k Contest </span><a href="http://www.score.org/April/dream_test_competition.html"><span style="color:#000000;">Put Your Dream to the Test</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">. </span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;"></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Ask. </span><a href="http://www.score.org/march/ask_score.html" target="_blank"><span style="color:#000000;">Ask SCORE for counseling</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">. It's FREE, in-person or online.<br /><br /></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Celebrate Customers, Volunteers and our Planet<br /></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Communicate. Keep relationships alive and </span><a href="http://www.score.org/April/eb_43.html"><span style="color:#000000;">communicate with your web customers</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">.<br /></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Retain. Check out </span><a href="http://www.tsbc.com/sbo/score/viewLesson.aspx?Lid=207&cid=1" target="_blank"><span style="color:#000000;">Creating Customer Loyalty</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">, and other </span><a href="http://www.score.org/march/learnonline/index.html" target="_blank"><span style="color:#000000;">online business growth workshops</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">.</span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;"></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Volunteer. During Volunteer Month, </span><a href="http://www.score.org/April/volunteer.html"><span style="color:#000000;">become a SCORE volunteer</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">.<br /></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Detox. Celebrate an </span><a href="http://www.score.org/April/success_us_resources.html"><span style="color:#000000;">Earth Day success</span></a><span style="color:#000000;"> and how to </span><a href="http://www.business.gov/expand/green-business/" target="_blank"><span style="color:#000000;">green your business</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">.<br /><br /></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Community Outreach<br /></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Online. Read </span><a href="http://www.score.org/April/t_10.html"><span style="color:#000000;">How to Use Social Networks to Reach New Customers</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">.<br /></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Follow. Register and find us on </span><a href="http://www.twitter.com/scorementors" target="_blank"><span style="color:#000000;">Twitter</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">, </span><a href="http://www.facebook.com/home.php?#/pages/Herndon-VA/SCORE-Counselors-to-Americas-Small-Business/25156368095?ref=ts" target="_blank"><span style="color:#000000;">Facebook</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">, </span><a href="http://www.linkedin.com/groups?gid=59189" target="_blank"><span style="color:#000000;">LinkedIn</span></a><span style="color:#000000;"> and </span><a href="http://www.blogcatalog.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color:#000000;">BlogCatalog</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">.<br /></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Download. John Jantsch, of Duct Tape Marketing, gives </span><a href="http://www.score.org/April/downloads/JohnJantschExclusiveTips.doc" target="_blank"><span style="color:#000000;">Exclusive Business Marketing Tips</span></a><span style="color:#000000;">.<br /></span></div><br /><div><span style="color:#000000;">Expose. Get out there and </span><a href="http://www.meetup.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color:#000000;">find small business groups in your area or start one.</span></a><br /></div><br /><div><a href="http://www.score.org/April/"><span style="color:#000000;">http://www.score.org/April/</span></a> </div>Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-30294955284049112302009-02-18T07:17:00.000-08:002009-02-18T07:20:43.384-08:00Encouraging words about business in these tough timesHere's a good quote for anyone that has a business, maybe pondering whether to start one, or just concerned about our economy.<br /><br />"When someone stops selling, others stop making. When others stop making, many stop earning. When many stop earning, many stop buying. Then we have a depression. So keep selling."<br /><br />So go get 'em!Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-56211980105654345062009-02-11T07:09:00.000-08:002009-02-11T07:14:13.271-08:00You Go Girl!- update<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnQtHNJlaWtYLibStulXQ3kDQJGBXUzEX7U92viQtJXhmPlsU_Sib4TmuNYlUlsIm3tSBgOjy-FCS7B_Jm51NIQ-dTFjHjxEvWjpnlk51LCKE3YSy-cm5XO8ry2JIv99G9KM0sH_VcNajg/s1600-h/01-06-09_19591.jpeg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5301557639399788018" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 140px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 200px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnQtHNJlaWtYLibStulXQ3kDQJGBXUzEX7U92viQtJXhmPlsU_Sib4TmuNYlUlsIm3tSBgOjy-FCS7B_Jm51NIQ-dTFjHjxEvWjpnlk51LCKE3YSy-cm5XO8ry2JIv99G9KM0sH_VcNajg/s200/01-06-09_19591.jpeg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Hello everyone!It has been quite some time since I have sent out a newsletter. I hope all has been well with you and pray that your year is going smoothly.I want to thank you all for a wonderful year in 2008 and for your continued support.</div><div> </div><div>A lot has taken place in the last few months at You Go Girl! and I have decided to make some smart changes.</div><div> </div><div>First, I am encouraging everyone to visit my Etsy shop to make your purchases. Etsy is a wonderful community of artisans that sells only hand made items. Sort of like an Ebay for Artsy Crafty people. The majority of my sales come from Etsy so this makes more sense for me.You can make purchases by paypal or credit cards there. I believe you do have to sign up, but Etsy is a great place to shop so it would be worth your time. yougogirlsoaps.etsy.com</div><div> </div><div>My website will only carry my top 4-5 items such as Cleopatra's Milk and Honey, Vanilla Buttercream Cupcake soap, and a few others. Any new soaps that I add to my line will be found at Etsy. However, if you want to order what I have on the website, feel free to!</div><div> </div><div>Yougogirlsoaps.com will be more for informational purposes. You will still be able to access my blog, which I try to update regularly,from yougogirlsoap.com, as well as my contact info, press, and whereto find us.</div><div> </div><div>Please be sure to subscribe to our blog and you'll be kept up to speed on any news from You Go Girl!.<a href="http://yougogirlsoaps.blogspot.com/">http://yougogirlsoaps.blogspot.com/</a></div><div> </div><div>Blessings to you all!</div><div>-Stacie</div>Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-3092516715150989322009-01-21T11:36:00.000-08:002009-01-21T11:49:38.158-08:00You Go Girl! latest newsHello once again. I hope the new year has been going well for all of you. I just wanted to let my gracious customers know that I have taken somewhat of a hiatus. This is a slow time of year for me and I plan to cut back production. However, you can always email me for a special order and I will be glad to whip up a batch of soap for you. I don't mind doing this at all. In fact it keeps products fresh and prevents waste.<br />I've also been hard at work with the re-opening our gospel music store, Living Light Books and Music. It's still in the works but you can read the blog to be kept up to date. <a href="http://livinglightbooksandmusic.blogspot.com/">http://livinglightbooksandmusic.blogspot.com/</a>. And don't forget my money savings blog, <a href="http://thecouponsista.blogspot.com/">http://thecouponsista.blogspot.com/</a>, where I update it consistently.<br /><br />Stay warm!<br />-StacieStacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-35504992133027593802009-01-03T11:52:00.000-08:002009-01-03T15:08:05.941-08:00What's your plan this year?<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy4T2Y0b8xbyannmIt79sFvJTQEzB20_YN0ADYxcRrw4t6O7vXQZbZrKzr6SExBBO1eKBDT1ByR6XhnvrYBYxHYQbDaSm-mrAfuZYx9jl4GUHxe8fqL6xCfnIOsT0OCkoLBl1DC-L53ItR/s1600-h/6332fe0729be98ae.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5287162484855281042" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 90px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 112px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy4T2Y0b8xbyannmIt79sFvJTQEzB20_YN0ADYxcRrw4t6O7vXQZbZrKzr6SExBBO1eKBDT1ByR6XhnvrYBYxHYQbDaSm-mrAfuZYx9jl4GUHxe8fqL6xCfnIOsT0OCkoLBl1DC-L53ItR/s200/6332fe0729be98ae.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Happy New Year to all! I hope things are going well for everyone.</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>The begining of a new year brings us hope and the desire for change. Many people make New Years resolutions only to find that they give up on them a month later. Some can't even remember what they were!</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>This year, choose to set a goal instead. Goals are healthy when you take the appropriate steps to get there. Make it simple and achievable. You set yourself up for failure if your goal is too large or too challenging. </div><br /><div></div><br /><div>My goal for my business this year is to cut back on unnecessary spending. I don't often follow a budget in my business spending and sometimes end up with lots of gift baskets, nick-nacks for my displays, and items that are so cute that I just had to buy them. Can I get a witness?</div><br /><div></div><br /><div>Anyway, my plan is to only purchase what I know that I need and work from a budgeted amount. How about you? What's your business goal this year? In one sentence, describe how your going to 2009 different from last year.</div>Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-35703250877801732652008-12-25T06:45:00.000-08:002008-12-25T06:45:02.209-08:00Merry Christmas from You Go Girl!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhWIpmH4Fn9o2gWvTCvWha8dnguRx2HEl_E4s5o0K2_XiUUDHjJPZxlvKYoflYf4M6YgMxRqZkzJ63VOLM99-O97oGs5pljPw3tCPQjhlTOneE9GQsdYbSjUReUmyTamOAeZ2_pLlgHsr3/s1600-h/yyg3.jpg"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5283419460455079442" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 175px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhhWIpmH4Fn9o2gWvTCvWha8dnguRx2HEl_E4s5o0K2_XiUUDHjJPZxlvKYoflYf4M6YgMxRqZkzJ63VOLM99-O97oGs5pljPw3tCPQjhlTOneE9GQsdYbSjUReUmyTamOAeZ2_pLlgHsr3/s200/yyg3.jpg" border="0" /></a><br /><div>Have a wonderful Christmas everyone. I pray that everyone is safe, warm and that you would know that you are truly loved.<br /><br />Enjoy your day!!!</div>Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-11921786431728496962008-12-22T08:22:00.000-08:002008-12-22T08:22:01.021-08:003 Tips for Crafting a Vision for GrowthMany of my blog readers have home based businesses. As entrepreneurs, we may be examining the past year and looking to the future, thinking of ways to whether this economic storm. Here is an article from best selling author Robert Kiyosaki, "3 Tips for Crafting a Vision for Growth". Hope you find it helpful.<br /><br /><br /><strong>3 Tips for Crafting a Vision for Growth</strong><br />As interviewed: Robert Kiyosaki, author Rich Dad, Poor Dad<br /><br />For a small business looking beyond the horizon of today’s tight credit and sales environment, what three tips would you share on crafting a vision for future growth?<br /><br />1. Learn how to "print your own money" by creating an artifact—a tangible asset like a book, game, product or service—that you can use to drive cash flow and grow your business.<br /><br />2. Understand and appreciate the power of leverage, whether it’s your banker’s money, maximizing the asset value of an idea, or partnering with other companies or organizations to leverage their expertise or core competencies.<br /><br />3. Keep pushing and investing in PR and marketing, especially when other businesses are cutting back. When the dust settles, you’ll have captured both market share and confidence.<br /><br /><br /><strong>What to Read Before Starting a Business</strong><br /><br />You’ve written how the "I can’t afford it" attitude of your "Poor Dad" limited his thinking. What can an entrepreneur do to maintain a proactive "Rich Dad" approach?<br />Robert Kiyosaki says, "I recommend Before You Quit Your Job – 10 Real Life Lessons Every Entrepreneur Should Know About Building a Multimillion-Dollar Business.<br />This book details the eight elements critical to the success of any business, large or small. It also outlines the importance of Mission, Team and Leadership. Coupling this with a ‘can do’ attitude, and aligning yourself with like-minded individuals, will serve you well in all aspects of our life.<br />Positive people attract other positive people. Associate yourself with those types of people you want to be like."Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-34192751247651933872008-12-20T08:59:00.000-08:002008-12-20T09:03:20.388-08:00I've been a bad blogger......and I am so sorry! I have been really bad with reading my comments. Please for give me. I had neglected an important part of my dashboard and totally missed all your wonderful responses to my posts. I want you all to know that I am so glad to hear your feedback and your words of kindness mean so much to me. Please don't stop communicating back, I promise to do better!Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-49694249630848397842008-12-20T07:54:00.000-08:002008-12-20T08:10:44.845-08:00No Coast Craft- O- Rama is a hit!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjafi44NqOTDzlWAoqJg4vPIn15uHo5uRDR21l3omtMxq-ghgxe1VswPgHkTRjJo0Y_0YQBj6eJD7gHA_JhnKv6kSlatJZ2thjO5ZFdZhyphenhyphenZaDpb-7bKVItI6d_wHPdcVF4MW1XBbZAsQ0A/s1600-h/025.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5281905072119434818" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 150px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjafi44NqOTDzlWAoqJg4vPIn15uHo5uRDR21l3omtMxq-ghgxe1VswPgHkTRjJo0Y_0YQBj6eJD7gHA_JhnKv6kSlatJZ2thjO5ZFdZhyphenhyphenZaDpb-7bKVItI6d_wHPdcVF4MW1XBbZAsQ0A/s200/025.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjDqCVXZEP-EHbmMUTggoxqCp7wLkEomyMUbJJaEHwf9CO7-7luTDrbzsmegrxswJzwWfB1x9Y_iFVCmgDnfECB1J8762Fp_1cPsJ8Ul13eq_7NPJ7pFQd9wR2nuPajbhkZZqRP0vAOUiF/s1600-h/024.JPG"><img id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5281904919737121922" style="DISPLAY: block; MARGIN: 0px auto 10px; WIDTH: 200px; CURSOR: hand; HEIGHT: 150px; TEXT-ALIGN: center" alt="" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjDqCVXZEP-EHbmMUTggoxqCp7wLkEomyMUbJJaEHwf9CO7-7luTDrbzsmegrxswJzwWfB1x9Y_iFVCmgDnfECB1J8762Fp_1cPsJ8Ul13eq_7NPJ7pFQd9wR2nuPajbhkZZqRP0vAOUiF/s200/024.JPG" border="0" /></a><br /><br /><div>No Coast was a huge hit! We practically sold out of all of our Bath and body treats. Our Sweetiecakes line were a definite success. People loved the fact that these tasty looking desserts are actually soap! </div><br /><br /><div></div></div><br /><div></div><br /><div><br /><br /><div>It was so cool to meet such wonderfully talented artists and such kind customers. </div><br /><br /><div></div><br /><br /><div>Also, I am honored to announce You Go Girl! being chosen one of Venus Zine's Top 10 vendors! What a privilege! Click the link below to read more.</div><br /><br /><div><br /><a href="http://venuszine.com/articles/diy/4922/No_Coast_Craft_o_Rama_Gives_Recession_the_Finger">http://venuszine.com/articles/diy/4922/No_Coast_Craft_o_Rama_Gives_Recession_the_Finger</a></div><br /><br /><blockquote></blockquote></div>Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-18556805334026173172008-12-04T10:32:00.000-08:002008-12-04T10:40:09.083-08:00Find You Go Girl! at No Coast Craftorama!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4nBOcYt1RF2wQn8_9cq9MNQtILYHCj1xZuX63mxbX4g4FpwHvh20iCtLJjAsyFZrwARaUVA2t7tN3-UMyygv1x1DxTr0RsZqsMXIukwm1awmJikJvTa79Z8BJv9uily6ftp3UF4owe27I/s1600-h/nocoast.png"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 68px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4nBOcYt1RF2wQn8_9cq9MNQtILYHCj1xZuX63mxbX4g4FpwHvh20iCtLJjAsyFZrwARaUVA2t7tN3-UMyygv1x1DxTr0RsZqsMXIukwm1awmJikJvTa79Z8BJv9uily6ftp3UF4owe27I/s200/nocoast.png" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5276006548458849026" /></a><br />Everyone in the Twin Cities, MN area, come and join You Go Girl! at the No Coast Craftorama! This is our first year doing this annual show and we are excited! We've been in the kitchen whipping up some tasty Sweetiescakes soap cupcakes and cake slices just for you. These delights are perfect gifts for the holidays!<br /><br />So check us out at the Midtown Global Market this Friday 3-8pm and Sat. 10-5. Here's more info about the show. See ya there!Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-84079898131288471152008-11-22T17:28:00.000-08:002008-11-22T17:37:30.914-08:00Our Holiday cupcakes are here!Here are our new Holiday cupcakes!<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHtQkHr7u2OfEhyphenhyphen-BGd7EH0d1o4XwhbHWES7UFdI5NFFxYwRkzgmz36m-mhOSYyPSEu8E36gnZtY9QscoRwWkoi7SXMrIrfWkmEqhNEMOekrmmXAo1-sEbJqfONOmVvv38Vg5ngfH5bINm/s1600-h/010.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHtQkHr7u2OfEhyphenhyphen-BGd7EH0d1o4XwhbHWES7UFdI5NFFxYwRkzgmz36m-mhOSYyPSEu8E36gnZtY9QscoRwWkoi7SXMrIrfWkmEqhNEMOekrmmXAo1-sEbJqfONOmVvv38Vg5ngfH5bINm/s200/010.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5271660249384173170" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqkWAw-YYX9vtH1D0mAQegtgznuWHSXNJB8NTieVy6m945mbvrrfxZgi5DtDzQTIAsPk3npOfX0p2V9JkkOTkqHdwjEft25aUsWZOaHeTFGpnKd1Km8NSVnsOz0WPGbz0At3OsyFG0VZ5G/s1600-h/008.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqkWAw-YYX9vtH1D0mAQegtgznuWHSXNJB8NTieVy6m945mbvrrfxZgi5DtDzQTIAsPk3npOfX0p2V9JkkOTkqHdwjEft25aUsWZOaHeTFGpnKd1Km8NSVnsOz0WPGbz0At3OsyFG0VZ5G/s200/008.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5271659978157682658" /></a><br /><br />New Sugar Plum Cupcake<br /><br />New Holly Berry Cupcake <br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbkFzFPuTMvI8VkmZZfK0XxRfAxt-Tkl6Hj9qXnR_7S1KTZqqXTQzr_oo_n4B5_XwD7g84w1T3FuFNQ-k-byj0NRFC19ApqrtQFusp2oPFEf_k9NLHc1NBgxIQ6h24NBSTbdTX4LfmdSom/s1600-h/013.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbkFzFPuTMvI8VkmZZfK0XxRfAxt-Tkl6Hj9qXnR_7S1KTZqqXTQzr_oo_n4B5_XwD7g84w1T3FuFNQ-k-byj0NRFC19ApqrtQFusp2oPFEf_k9NLHc1NBgxIQ6h24NBSTbdTX4LfmdSom/s200/013.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5271659623844088098" /></a><br /><br />and New Gingerbread!<br /><br />These available for purchase at our Etsy Shop. www.yougogirlsoaps.etsy.comStacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-73695711985707385252008-11-11T11:26:00.000-08:002008-11-11T11:45:51.118-08:00You Go Girl! has been busy!Last weekend was a very full one for me. Friday, I attended the annual Women Venture Conference in Minneapolis. Jane Seymor(Dr. Quinn Medicine Women), was the keynote speaker. It was a inspiring day filled with advice and encouragement. Last year, I was blessed to be a vendor at this great event and this year, it felt good to be on the other side as a participant. Also, to my surprise, the Women Venture magazine article that I was featured in, was set on everyone's luncheon seat! What a honor!<br /><br />Here's a picture of last year's table.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3rRHakfGMl7TDkCK3D5sNNku2fkUv1cXEbS3-70KOkGetE-gSF4pdC1ciwZcFVPvdyk5chcmn3OPjSD7ZkqEseLaeA7lbFfAoOihvFhf5rWYKG7ATN_Pg_Z86uHWrnE7G8SwL0CbrgXYy/s1600-h/2209784228_cb55ea696b.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 134px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3rRHakfGMl7TDkCK3D5sNNku2fkUv1cXEbS3-70KOkGetE-gSF4pdC1ciwZcFVPvdyk5chcmn3OPjSD7ZkqEseLaeA7lbFfAoOihvFhf5rWYKG7ATN_Pg_Z86uHWrnE7G8SwL0CbrgXYy/s200/2209784228_cb55ea696b.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267485993409510706" /></a><br /><br />Saturday, I set up at the Excelsior and Grand Art Show. This is always a great show for me. I enjoyed the atmosphere wich is classy yet cozy. Sweetiecakes were a big hit and I'm baking more cakes as we speak.<br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3-xWlvlkI6JMpB9BfQaG1HbnUUICjrKmZsYvcJ7gURAksB6blSPPOz-nsjgTmyF_RAjHwuVb3gfOzkwYpJyTSHx0WRLbhXV65Pkfe-rh69HRcPEB4BeAdPSSlMzqnTsxBRPsy63sfp_BT/s1600-h/232323232%257Ffp8%253A8%253Enu%253D3252%253E94%253A%253E372%253EWSNRCG%253D32397386%253A2%253A%253A5nu0mrj.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 133px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3-xWlvlkI6JMpB9BfQaG1HbnUUICjrKmZsYvcJ7gURAksB6blSPPOz-nsjgTmyF_RAjHwuVb3gfOzkwYpJyTSHx0WRLbhXV65Pkfe-rh69HRcPEB4BeAdPSSlMzqnTsxBRPsy63sfp_BT/s200/232323232%257Ffp8%253A8%253Enu%253D3252%253E94%253A%253E372%253EWSNRCG%253D32397386%253A2%253A%253A5nu0mrj.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5267487994362427906" /></a>Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-69154087115473550862008-11-05T06:54:00.000-08:002008-11-05T07:12:44.140-08:00It's amazing!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLYR84bmkGzGI86Q6yBl0DAf1ZYr5igQ9_rzj95TIv-uZr3SaqAogbQS5FgXwuwmBbX6XUMd0vFDo_llG6DPIywD4eNC3Kp_tFhEIO-TyUA4-xX1-AGKDHWCf_MGtqKJW7YGWqn7pWgyCV/s1600-h/3962989527.jpg"><img style="cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 104px; height: 130px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLYR84bmkGzGI86Q6yBl0DAf1ZYr5igQ9_rzj95TIv-uZr3SaqAogbQS5FgXwuwmBbX6XUMd0vFDo_llG6DPIywD4eNC3Kp_tFhEIO-TyUA4-xX1-AGKDHWCf_MGtqKJW7YGWqn7pWgyCV/s200/3962989527.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5265191441846467842" /></a><br />Obama is our new president, and no matter who you voted for yesterday, you have to understand what a great historical accomplishment this is. <br />As I was out and about running errands on Nov. 4th, the whole world seemed to be abuzz. People didn't seem to mind waiting in long lines at the poles. Which is something I have never seen. As I got me free coffee at Starbucks (If you didn't know about this, check my fellow blog http://thecouponsista.blogspot.com/), people seemed giddy about the change that was about to take place.<br />As I watched the final tally late last night, I thought how amazing! I never thought I'd see the day when an African American would be president! As a person of color, I feel a sense of pride. Pride in my country and in my race. Regardless of who you and I cast our vote for, this is a huge achievement for this great nation. <br />It also reminds us that anything is possible. With hard work, diligence, faith, and patience, we can do anything we put our minds to. Lets remember this as run our business, homes and life.Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-49151823969900383402008-11-01T16:02:00.000-07:002008-11-01T16:08:20.698-07:00Great Holiday gifts from You Go Girl!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihhu01kQozoeCWiJukqp5fict6S7JatS33fyRtUKcDF3h81VNpajjNLlT3ORwYn8cjb9ZY6-krgzXtiEmRgknXtQBhjYMUaHxFl_ASOh7-cTSDMK0lZiFha3cDKHtzmG6pE88kuD077_32/s1600-h/003.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihhu01kQozoeCWiJukqp5fict6S7JatS33fyRtUKcDF3h81VNpajjNLlT3ORwYn8cjb9ZY6-krgzXtiEmRgknXtQBhjYMUaHxFl_ASOh7-cTSDMK0lZiFha3cDKHtzmG6pE88kuD077_32/s200/003.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5263829102538184210" /></a><br />As the holidays are fastly approaching, be sure to keep You Go Girl! in mind for all of your gift giving needs. Our cupcakes are great for hostess gifts and stocking stuffers and are sure to put a smile on any face.<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1c7iMWO0bBLg3J1A8NowkMdISUtDroiNzmcwPhzHL3_L3dIkXPxv2-X7dSgFmKtBWACzhpUgKsRyIw8RrfgGXoo5ShjOP6UNZzf1YRbBZdSlyvcOLC88HZiXvt1Hg7ebTGi5Xry5HXxs8/s1600-h/008.JPG"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 200px; height: 150px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1c7iMWO0bBLg3J1A8NowkMdISUtDroiNzmcwPhzHL3_L3dIkXPxv2-X7dSgFmKtBWACzhpUgKsRyIw8RrfgGXoo5ShjOP6UNZzf1YRbBZdSlyvcOLC88HZiXvt1Hg7ebTGi5Xry5HXxs8/s200/008.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5263828872497904162" /></a><br />Our newest scents are Pink Pomegranate and Cinnabun Cupcake. We also working on some new ones too!Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-55324848391991668932008-10-27T14:02:00.000-07:002008-10-27T14:20:18.948-07:00Save money with The Coupon Sister<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTa97nMtA1yj03xgHtfpYp4-NTKKZH5MMqDoZs94ENFCGlsKcs2HmzR7BCVRyCjhenMSsuwyTqg0PxZCNnw0K6nhN2ohOHyGkm3LkVd_3ciLHRfmfEE7Xd1hHVUzzal2m3DfNpjAUYp9m9/s1600-h/3379664446.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;width: 125px; height: 93px;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTa97nMtA1yj03xgHtfpYp4-NTKKZH5MMqDoZs94ENFCGlsKcs2HmzR7BCVRyCjhenMSsuwyTqg0PxZCNnw0K6nhN2ohOHyGkm3LkVd_3ciLHRfmfEE7Xd1hHVUzzal2m3DfNpjAUYp9m9/s200/3379664446.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5261946568509715426" /></a><br />I have been thoroughly enjoying my new found past time. Coupon clipping! So much so that I have decided to make a site devoted to saving you money. It's called The Coupon Sista. <br /><br />A few weeks back, I told you about the coupon mom and other sites that you can visit to earn how to save big bucks. I will be keeping these links and many others, as well and freebies and much, much, more. I'll show you just how easy it is to use coupons and many other tips and tricks. Be sure to check my site daily for specials and limited time offers!<br /><br />To visit, click here! http://thecouponsista.blogspot.com/Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-11158682136398711042008-10-20T08:26:00.000-07:002008-10-20T08:41:53.465-07:00Follow through!Today I learned a hard but valuable lesson. In business, you must follow through!<br /><br />Several weeks ago, I posted a blog regarding a free business banner program that FedEx offered local businesses. You could get a free banner for your business that was well over $100 value. <br />In my attempts to get my banner made, I ran into a few obstacles. The first being that I was at the wrong FedEx, and when I went to the right store, the person who would have helped me was out that day. So after spending an hour in their store with two very bored and anxious boys, I decided to come back another day. Well, needless to say, another day was to late. I called FedEx this morning to find that the program ended in August!!!<br />I am beyond frustrated, but not at FedEx, I'm mad at myself, even though they did make it a little challenging for me. The fact is I made excuses for not going back, like, "I'll wait until the boys are back in school", and "I can't do it today, I've got to make soap"! But the truth is I blew it and missed out on what could have been a great blessing for my business! <br />Which leads me to my point. I must follow though! You must follow through, we all must follow through. In these tough times, the success of our businesses depends on it. So as I work on my issues, I hope that you will take a look at yours too. What's holding us back? Why do we make the excuses for not seeing a project through? Let's get real with ourselves. We have too much to lose!Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-65317001939804244572008-10-13T15:55:00.000-07:002008-10-13T16:05:34.173-07:00Girls In Action<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuQbeApR66hgre4RWvG55Iv36zwOXI426R5t_Eze7ueTjjvoY0WWPOJw50ii_3BU00BtoO7toFFbi72_BzJQrMZzUOTSBeAnDlEMdsGxTR8N6djL1Gg1DOdywjqYj_N8Be6QnxTaqH32MX/s1600-h/gia_top.gif"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuQbeApR66hgre4RWvG55Iv36zwOXI426R5t_Eze7ueTjjvoY0WWPOJw50ii_3BU00BtoO7toFFbi72_BzJQrMZzUOTSBeAnDlEMdsGxTR8N6djL1Gg1DOdywjqYj_N8Be6QnxTaqH32MX/s200/gia_top.gif" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5256778506062629106" /></a><br />In effort to continue my passion for working with girls in the community, I have decided to be a consultant for Girls In Action. Girls In Action is a Minnesota based company that works with inner city high school girls teaching them about their personal power.<br /><br />The mission of Girls in Action™ is to decrease and prevent violence among high school girls while positively engaging them in academics and leadership. GIA teaches girls personal power, leadership development, service learning, and career building.<br /><br />I have been a long time follower of founder Dr. Verna Price for some time now, and am proud to be a part of this great and so needed work!<br /><br />For more info on Girls In Action, visit http://giaction.org/.Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-7621345211423448142008-10-08T10:40:00.000-07:002008-10-08T10:51:04.548-07:00New Cupcake soap with whipped frosting!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWipay7y1UcY0NtSRYSIz-bD5AtVvT9EFjXAd-DggvpdMqqeKz55KT_nzO-xnqQM1aovA_0MTQOnIQDrQ6qvBglqEZqmNlmqLsx5nU1teTCvaBpl4LuGBHdq7f9es4WstVsFBWC_m1_BN8/s1600-h/021.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiWipay7y1UcY0NtSRYSIz-bD5AtVvT9EFjXAd-DggvpdMqqeKz55KT_nzO-xnqQM1aovA_0MTQOnIQDrQ6qvBglqEZqmNlmqLsx5nU1teTCvaBpl4LuGBHdq7f9es4WstVsFBWC_m1_BN8/s200/021.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254842033106071730" /></a><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR_MEuhKbgnocywLReZyaaiMIuJ0phpJGUbBJKnwx5MrDRXSQrjInkEp_Gegz_tSn2l2sC9-F2QxbxFq3Xurg1l3pVVsTO-8tH-7jlT98Wl_31ZeTCig4jjHqFZJ9xhM4WO3RH5rsn5ZTl/s1600-h/024.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiR_MEuhKbgnocywLReZyaaiMIuJ0phpJGUbBJKnwx5MrDRXSQrjInkEp_Gegz_tSn2l2sC9-F2QxbxFq3Xurg1l3pVVsTO-8tH-7jlT98Wl_31ZeTCig4jjHqFZJ9xhM4WO3RH5rsn5ZTl/s200/024.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5254842034344980562" /></a><br />Here's what I've been working hard at the last few days. New Sweetiecakes cupcakes with whipped frosting. These are just as adorable as the homemade cupcakes and look more realistic.<br /><br />Made in all your favorite scents, and new ones too.<br /><br />I would love to know what you think of the new style. Just drop me a line!Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-78157406272726024962008-10-04T15:19:00.000-07:002008-10-04T15:45:18.957-07:00In honor of Breast Cancer Awareness Month<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYQ-arv0OneBb3RCmZX-1PIb7mpEqQ1PKtJvB8XnNPcqW32Y-WEbZPJL3i1Ic4zZ73Uc9gv3bdw2aj10-TnTIw2kB_9FcXQb0XDxMS88w1E3aKvz8AwAjIhyphenhyphenIJ1iLu66wBfnHenICBElIB/s1600-h/images8.jpg"><img style="display:block; margin:0px auto 10px; text-align:center;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYQ-arv0OneBb3RCmZX-1PIb7mpEqQ1PKtJvB8XnNPcqW32Y-WEbZPJL3i1Ic4zZ73Uc9gv3bdw2aj10-TnTIw2kB_9FcXQb0XDxMS88w1E3aKvz8AwAjIhyphenhyphenIJ1iLu66wBfnHenICBElIB/s200/images8.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5253433537466128850" /></a><br />On October 1st, I instinctively wore my Pink without realizing Breast Cancer Awareness month had already began. As I ran business errands, I met with a fellow Indie business owner Linda Taylor of Adnil Designs, who was also, all deck out in her support of the cause. I admired her pink polo official breast cancer emblem shirt under a black suit. She also wore a pink and black beaded bracelet she had someone make for her. <br />Linda began to tell me about how her two sisters had both passed away having breast cancer and that she wears her apparel to honor their memories. It was very moving. <br />After meeting with her, I thought it would be appropriate to encourage everyone to be sure to support Indies. Spend your dollars with them instead of big box retailers. Your money goes to care for their families and support their cause, which in the end, will leave with a feeling that you made a difference. <br />To find out more about Linda Taylor and Adnil Designs visit http://www.midtownglobalmarket.org/?q=shopping/specialty/8.Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-16340335289081061352008-09-27T06:56:00.000-07:002008-09-27T07:13:35.269-07:00Oh my aching mouth!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoA2WJcvcs7G2h5xFf6BGtHRSIRqT-n9AIRq0wk3GnAEWe1cAF3mlSP9cb5gY442jCgioW6SHmBXS0PWqF5HQYIk5AxcD2E0s8mNcpcOwiAifABCuxA1SJiEEnzLpmgr_2lew198oyIjQX/s1600-h/images20.jpg"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoA2WJcvcs7G2h5xFf6BGtHRSIRqT-n9AIRq0wk3GnAEWe1cAF3mlSP9cb5gY442jCgioW6SHmBXS0PWqF5HQYIk5AxcD2E0s8mNcpcOwiAifABCuxA1SJiEEnzLpmgr_2lew198oyIjQX/s200/images20.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5250703810293908050" /></a><br />For the past 2 week I have been dealing with having my wisdom tooth pulled. Let's just say that I ended up having post-op trauma from the whole ordeal. I ended up losing three pounds from not being able to eat. (Not a bad thing, lol.)<br />After several dental visits and an ER trip, I finally saw an orthodontist. Everything had healed up pretty well and I was on the mend. Here's what he told me.<br />"This is what happens when you ask a dentist to do a Orthodontist job. It takes them 10-20 times longer to pull the tooth than it does us. Next time you need a tooth pulled come see me!" Point taken!<br />This is a life lesson we can all learn. Go to the Pro! Don't waste your time with an amateur, or someone who doesn't specialize in what you need done. You'll end up waisting valuable time and resources. I know there are times you may need to go to a student or someone less qualified for financial reasons. That's perfectly fine ,if they know what they are doing. If I had have go to the specialist first, I would have healed sooner, saved time and money, and not missed so many days where I could have been more productive.<br />Thank God, I am much, much better and back in the saddle. Lesson Learned!Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-89419891569569254062008-09-25T11:36:00.000-07:002008-09-25T12:07:23.548-07:00How to pamper yourself in tough times<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLDW4d9dN6KQtXMUrT5U2VwXyCV2GBGqGgdr9fLLYC_N7cVu0DpYZk9EQurYx9FVlGQt_p2FTwtnFS7xT_DOTQomfOYlxfPrrnLaQlS5u8h2OzqmrhYgzP67ZFN7sCr64s1fL5WsvePThZ/s1600-h/010.jpg"><img style="float:left; margin:0 10px 10px 0;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLDW4d9dN6KQtXMUrT5U2VwXyCV2GBGqGgdr9fLLYC_N7cVu0DpYZk9EQurYx9FVlGQt_p2FTwtnFS7xT_DOTQomfOYlxfPrrnLaQlS5u8h2OzqmrhYgzP67ZFN7sCr64s1fL5WsvePThZ/s200/010.jpg" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5250037572392268722" /></a><br />The recent stock market troubles and President Bush's bail out plan has many has everyone wondering what's next for our economy. Though times are uncertain, you can still find inexpensive ways to pamper. <br /><br />Here are tips on two things women love to do, get their hair and nails done. Try these at home and you'll see that anyone can take good care of yourself even when times are tight.<br /><br />1. Visit your local cosmetology school. Students get credit for doing your hair and are well supervised. My favorite? Aveda of course! Clients get their hair shampooed and styled, while you sipping Aveda's signature tea. You also receive a complimentary hand, neck or head massage all for around $14. Not bad! See my latest hair cut above.<br /><br />2.Do your own nails. Here's how:<br /><br />*Use an all natural sugar scrub like You Go Girl's, or make you own using any oil and sugar which is less abrasive. Add a few drops of your favorite perfume or body splash and there you have it! Salt work wonder on those tired feet too.<br /><br />*Gently file your nails to your desired shape.<br /><br />*Use any lotion that has vitamin E in it and rub it all over your hands. Be sure to rub it right into your nails and the cuticle bed, as this will help keep them strong and healthy. Remove lotion from nails with a little nail polish remover.<br /><br />*Then simply buff the tops of the nails until they are smooth and shiny.<br /><br />*Next, apply two coats of your favorite color. Allow to dry and finish with a clear top coat.simply buff the tops of the nails until they are smooth and shiny. Voila!Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7182450309065035225.post-78968949753122737022008-09-23T10:54:00.000-07:002008-09-23T11:00:04.025-07:00New Mini Cupcakes!<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhocZ92IEh4GvGV8Ns6D3xpFovQuPdbz48wCYmafXenaCQfKlU4fWkfIKWUnwZ6B6AgTEpmtqBzbE3vbZfoolCl9XR8Jqwm1vK2xYFKyU3qJuP63b1TVVuCJULrm70-AA7sdMNZ3DhqO63K/s1600-h/019.JPG"><img style="float:right; margin:0 0 10px 10px;cursor:pointer; cursor:hand;" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhocZ92IEh4GvGV8Ns6D3xpFovQuPdbz48wCYmafXenaCQfKlU4fWkfIKWUnwZ6B6AgTEpmtqBzbE3vbZfoolCl9XR8Jqwm1vK2xYFKyU3qJuP63b1TVVuCJULrm70-AA7sdMNZ3DhqO63K/s320/019.JPG" border="0" alt=""id="BLOGGER_PHOTO_ID_5249278086275925970" /></a><br />Introducing new Mini Cupcakes. These are smaller version of the cupcake soap you all love. These little treats are great for birthday parties, as shower favors, or any occasion. They can be purchased individually or in gift sets which will make upcoming holiday shopping a snap.Stacie B.http://www.blogger.com/profile/03510628166509249502noreply@blogger.com2