Rise Up Designs

This weekend was full of heart, hustle, and hot cocoa — and honestly, I wouldn’t have it any other way. On Saturday, I set up shop at a local vendor market. Even though there were a few other big events happening nearby, the crowd still showed up strong. The hosts did an amazing job promoting, and it reminded me how important that piece is for small businesses like mine. Every customer felt intentional, like they made a choice to come out and support us. That means everything to a maker. Then Sunday rolled around, and I tried something new — a pop-up market in my own backyard. I didn’t go into it expecting a crowd, just wanted to open my space to friends, family, and neighbors… and wow, they showed up! From sangria to support, it felt like one big warm hug from my community. 💛 These two days reminded me that support doesn’t always look like a crowd — sometimes it’s one person telling a friend, one neighbor popping in, one kind message on Instagram. That ripple of kindness is wha...

  Flex Friday: Gearing Up for the Holiday Hustle 🎁✨ This week has been all about getting ready for what I like to call the most creative time of the year! 🎄 With holiday pop-ups around the corner, I’ve been busy putting together new bundles , creating more holiday-themed glasses , and securing a few craft parties between now and the end of November. (Spoiler: they’re going to be so much fun! 🙌) I’ve also been double-checking my Etsy listings to make sure my counts are correct and adding new seasonal items — because holiday shoppers are officially on the move! 🛍️ And behind the scenes, I’ve been reviewing my marketing platform , making sure it reflects the shift into the holiday season. It’s easy to let things stay on autopilot, but this time of year, every little detail — from photos to descriptions to tags — matters. This Week’s Takeaway 💡 The holiday season isn’t just about selling more — it’s about showing up intentionally. It’s about creating moments that feel tho...

My very first big pop-up is almost here— October 4th —and I’m feeling  all the feelings . Excited? Absolutely. Nervous? You bet. Getting ready for something like this takes a lot of work: the hours spent creating, labeling, pricing, and planning. The mock setups in the backyard to figure out my booth layout. The bundles I’ve been building for the holiday season. Every detail matters—and when you’re a small business owner, it’s all on you. And with all that effort, it’s only natural to feel a little anxiety about the outcome. Will people show up? Will they love what I’ve created? Will all the prep be worth it? Here’s the truth I keep reminding myself:  I can only control what I can control.  The rest? That’s where I put my faith, my trust, and my positive energy into the universe. 💖 I see all the hard work that the other makers and vendors put into their businesses, too. It’s inspiring, and it reminds me that we’re all in this together—hoping for good things, showing up w...