10 THINGS I WISH I KNEW when I was starting my business VLOG

[@PollyWannaCracker21]

It is so helpful to hear you say it is okay to cast a wide net in the beginning to find out what you like making and what sells well too. Everyone says “niche down”, but I am like I have no idea which one of my ideas will click the most! Thank you for giving permission in a way to do that! You are truly inspiring! ❤

[@katefrancesdesigns]

I'm in the same boat Polly, and completely agree it's so refreshing to see someone who tried lots at the beginning before finding what worked

[@LaumaBelska]

Same here! And in the process of trying things out, I have found so many other “niches” that I had not even considered!

[@checkeybeckford2155]

Wow! This is so inspirational. Thank you for sharing your journey. The good, the bad and ugly. What stands out most to me is how much you love it! And that makes it make sense; you loved it so you committed to it (even when it wasn't full time you put so much time into it!). I also love the point that you don't have to quit everything and go all in all at once. Much continued success to you!!!

[@Elysebreannedesign]

Thank you so much!

[@Romo1775]

You are awesome and inspiration for sure. How do you print your designs on all of these products? Also, I’am very curious, how did you get the exposure to have people even start buying your products?

[@krizelaponce]

what app are you using to draw in your ipad?

[@NeurospicyJenn]

Do you design everything yourself or do you buy wholesale from others?

[@Elysebreannedesign]

I design everything myself! We wholesale things for our storefront, but everything under my brand is my design 😊

[@7WordsWorth]

I love how your business has grown for you. You’re an inspiration to all us dreamers. Hopefully we will become doers.

[@gbobble]

Re: the meanness on social media, I have a tip. If anyone writes anything mean, you just reply : Thanks so much for watching regularly! 😂 ...I mean they've got to be either fascinated, or jealous of your earnings. Either way, you win.

[@LoneJensenArt]

Your videos are SO great and it’s giving me hope ❤ I’m just at the beginning of my art shop, making stickers but I think I’ll end up outsourcing those as well as it’s drinking up ALL my SUPER expensive ink!

[@ahu3551]

This is so inspiring. You have made my dream come true and now I see it’s possible. Question: where did you send your artwork to print? I have this problem with not knowing how to bring my art to live and on products. Congratulations on your success 🎉

[@Elysebreannedesign]

Thank you! For stickers I use Sticker Mule and Sticker Blitz. You can learn more about each of them here, and be sure to use the coupon codes in there to get a discount on your first order! elysebreannedesign.com/blogs/blog/one-of-the-biggest-decisions-i-make-when-it-comes-to-my-stickers

[@Wynter_Heat]

I’m so glad I found your channel yesterday. I got procreate and girl yes!!! What I needed to customize my graphic designs❤

[@InsightsByPamela]

What a very helpful video. Thank you so much. Looking forward to watching your journey❤

[@WhiteStag]

"Work-Life Integration" resonates with me profoundly. ☠

[@Elysebreannedesign]

I swear by it 🫡

[@LearnGermanwithMarzipanfrau]

Yes, that's what I do too. I love to work on my own ideas and it doesn't feel hard.

[@lisaropka9470]

Great Video and I love the way you are very passionate and explain how this all came to be. Just curious as to which iPad would you suggest? I've been thinking about getting one..just not sure which is better. You are inspiring to me! You gave me back a spark that I needed to keep going. 💜💜✌

[@rongrongdevoeillustration]

Loved your video! For sure, selling art yourself is way more profitable than licensing your art to some other companies.

[@Elysebreannedesign]

Thank you so much! I totally agree, and I want to help people be able to do it themselves!

[@emily28038]

What was the process through which you started printing your products? For instance, did you start by buying your own printer, then later using a vendor? Thanks!

[@goodgollygal]

Did you ever do print on demand or did you always have everything manufactured for you to store and sell?

[@Anu-qp4di]

Do you copy right your art work and the prints? If yes, could you please share information on how you do that?

[@PFCMCL]

Love all your videos. At what point did you hire an accountant? I'd love to know!

[@TheAtHomeBaker]

I love your videos! So inspiring ❤

[@DMichelePerry]

I so love your channel! Just such an encouragement to see how you have grown! Do you have a tips for finding quality production partners for products? Like where you even start beyond POD?

[@shelldanielle1]

Do you trademark designs? What is the process?

[@CeC1370]

Thank you so much for these videos! Sitting here taking notes and trying to learn all I can from you. 😉 I’m in the “next phase” (gen-x need new life phase 😂) and love to create this type of stuff as well. That’s why I have been following your journey since the early days. Love to see how you’ve grown. I think my biggest question is, in the beginning, what were the print companies you used for your notepads and such? I’m looking to stay small, but would love to grow the product line a bit. I outsource my stickers, but would like to branch out and keep researching the different print companies online. But it’s always best to ask someone who has actually USED the companies for feedback. As I’m not looking to order tremendous quantities, as you did in the beginning, were there any companies that did smaller amounts, great quality but still had decent prices? Thank you thank you thank you for the help and can’t wait for the next installment! 😃🩷

[@giftyunho]

Inspiring and motivating! Thank you for sharing your story. I'm so proud of you for how hard you've worked to build over the years. It's amazing. I can hear the genuine love and passion for what you do in your voice. The Work Life Integration concept was interesting and eye opening. I wonder if cultivating that type of mindset could help me actually be consistent? 😅God bless you and the team. Thank you for letting your story be part of mine by giving me some motivation.

[@jessicahaddock2663]

Love the channel. Do you have any tips on shipping items? How have you been able to save costs on shipping?

[@SketchesnScrubs]

Honestly, really inspiring video - the encouraging video I didn't know I needed to see. Congratulations! How you navigate finding manufacturers? (I have clear ideas on what I want to create, but have struggled for a long time finding someone to make them) Sharing your story is definitely helping x

[@ToniWall]

Do you use house paints to paint your canvases or acrylic paints? I think I saw Deco Arts Craft Paint in one of your photos.

[@Elysebreannedesign]

I use craft paint and wall paint!

[@Tiaballa]

Looking forward to the next video. Thanks for the great insight.

[@debraorgandesignsmixedmedi2302]

Hi i was hoping you vould tell me about inventory. I use a print on demand company. I noticed you actuslky have inventory. Which one would say is better? Thanks, from Chicago!

[@phaedragardeness]

Thankyou! Very encouraging! I’ve only just found you but I wondered what size audience you had at the point you were able to make a living off your business?

[@cakie_0933]

I’m going to architecture school and hope to sell my art as a side hustle 😊

[@Elysebreannedesign]

Good luck! That sounds amazing having two creative outlets like that!

[@cakie_0933]

@@Elysebreannedesign thanks ☺️

[@voochic]

For those who aren’t artists but love art and creativity, what do you recommend using to help with creative graphics?

[@FisnikSylkaFisnik]

Love your videos Elyse! I just emailed you regarding a partnership proposal, would love to hear back from you.

[@shirleytin1576]

i am very grateful you find your ways! It's truly joyful for ones find something they love, never let other people to take away the joy from you

[@kimberlykeechrealtor]

Thanks for sharing your journey. Definitely inspired by it!

[@thebizowner]

Thank you for sharing your story. You are inspiring and well spoken. Keep it up!

[@meom6822]

Congratulations on your thriving business, so inspirational. Thank you for your helpful insights.

[@erintevonian4018]

Raise your hand if you went to high school with this girl 🙋‍♀️

[@shannonwinkler8524]

What would you say are your best sellers?

[@anak4207]

Very inspiring ❤thank you

[@mistywaters4881]

This is so inspiring, and your designs are so pretty! Just one note: more cute dog in the videos, please. :D

[@Elysebreannedesign]

haha I will do my best! Layla will be thrilled to hear this :)

[@awineglasshalffull]

Your business journey is so inspiring!

[@ShannonsBudgets]

❤❤

[@ceemariejaye5453]

Have you thought about outsourcing fulfillment?

[@Elysebreannedesign]

Yep, it’s too expensive and I already have a warehouse system in place!

[@ceemariejaye5453]

@@Elysebreannedesign thank you for answering. I should have clarified and said did you look into outsourcing when you were starting out and your orders were picking up. Before you made the decision to get your warehouse if you weighed out the pros and cons etc and then decided to do it on your own. I am in that stage now and there are like no videos on it.

[@Elysebreannedesign]

@@ceemariejaye5453yes! I preferred to do my own fulfillment because of the cost of 3PLs

[@CronkiteSwanhart]

Los bolsos en *luxdups* combinan con todo. ?Muchos elogios! ?Gran pieza para agregar a tu colección!