Rise Up Designs

 Flex Friday this week isn’t loud or flashy — it’s about something that doesn’t always get the spotlight: staying organized so the success can continue. Last weekend, I hosted a wreath party… and it was a huge success. Laughter. Creativity. Women creating something gorgeous with their own hands. My heart was full. 💖 But here’s the part that isn’t glamorous — once the event ended, the work didn’t. I have two more wreath parties over the next two weeks a glass wrap party with a church group two more markets in December (Dec 6 + Dec 10) So as much as I wanted to ride the excitement of the first party forever, this week has been about: ✨ Taking inventory ✨ Organizing supplies ✨ Reordering what’s low (just a few items — nothing major) ✨ Restocking ribbons, wreath frames, and wrap materials ✨ Pre-packing bins so setup is smooth and stress-free Because here’s the truth: Success requires preparation. Fun events only feel effortless when everything behind the scene...

This week has been all about listening to my customers and pivoting with purpose . I’ve been busy prepping for my upcoming Wine and Wreaths Craft Party this Saturday (yes, it’s as fun as it sounds! 🍷🎀). But between glue guns, grapevines, and ribbon, something else exciting happened — I got feedback that really made me think. Someone said, “I love your products, but what would I get for a man?” Totally fair question. Most of my items lean toward a fun, colorful, or feminine vibe — wraps, bookmarks, keychains, tumblers — all things that make people smile but might not immediately catch a guy’s eye. So I started thinking: What’s something guys would actually love? Then it hit me: beer mugs. 🍻 So I created a new bundle just in time for the holidays — a custom beer mug featuring their favorite college or pro sports team, paired with a pallet coaster, a handful of peanuts, and wrapped up gift-ready in cellophane. It’s simple, it’s thoughtful, and it totally works. Of course, I h...

  This week was all about reflection —a natural follow-up to last weekend’s pop-up. After all the excitement, it was time to slow down, take stock, and make sure everything was in order. I started by going through all my inventory—double-checking counts, making sure nothing was damaged, and seeing which items sold the most. It’s a simple process, but it matters. Because knowing what worked (and what didn’t) helps shape what comes next. What I Focused on This Week: ✨ New bundles: I’m already planning and creating new sets for the upcoming pop-ups in October, November, and December. Customers love when things come together—like a complete set or a ready-made gift—and I love giving them a great deal. 🎁 ✨ Craft party prep: I’ve got craft parties lined up for October and November, so staying organized now means less stress later. ✨ Oopsie listings: I even pulled a few imperfect items from Etsy—ones missing a lid or with a small tear—and listed them at a deep discount. It’s a gr...