I'M COMING TO SAN DIEGO, WHERE SHOULD I EAT?
This blog post shares our favorite spots.
HOW CAN I GET IN TOUCH?
Snail Mail? PO Box 600093 San Diego, CA 92160
Questions? Most likely if you keep scrolling you'll find your answer to commonly asked questions, but if not or you have another comment, email me at elise.blahaATgmail.com. Please note, at this time I am not running sponsored posts or accepting products for review.
PRODUCT RELATED
What kind of camera do you have?
In 2010, I bought a digital SLR and went with the Canon Rebel XSi
What kind of sewing machine to do you have?
A Singer Esteem II that was a bridal shower gift.
There is a big calendar on your wall in some of your old photos, where is that from?
I bought it at Crate & Barrel and the brand is Stendig. I use it to map out my blog posts for the month.
BLOG RELATED
Will you link to my interesting blog post? Share a link to this cool thing I made? Add a sponsored link to a post? Do a link exchange?
No.
Will you donate to my silent auction, blog auction, fundraiser, giveaway, great cause, etc.?
Due to a large amount of requests, I have decided to address this in the FAQs. While my initial plan was just to donate whenever asked, it's no longer realistic for me or my small business. So at the moment, I am not giving away product for donations or fundraisers unless there are special circumstances. Thank you so much for your interest. I will make an adjustment here when this policy changes.
Can I link to your blog and use your photos?
Yes, you can link. Yes, you can use my photos but you must provide a link back to where you found them. Common sense. Credit where credit is due. Thank you!
Can I pin your stuff on Pinterest?
Yes.
Can I advertise on your blog?
At the moment no, I am not accepting blog sponsors. The labeled "affiliate" images that you see on the sidebar are affiliate links, which means if you purchase something through them, I receive a small commission.
Will you do a giveaway of my product on your blog?
At the moment, no. I do not do giveaways of anything but my own shop goods.
Can I write a guest post for your blog?
No.
How do you get people to read your blog?
I have been keeping a blog since December 2005. At first, it was just for my friends and I managed to get my parents reading. At the time, I was active on a scrapbooking message board, and some people found the blog from there.
If you are working to grow your blog, I encourage you to take pride in your work and be willing to share. Focus on creating unique content and posting often. (Here is how I develop blog content.) Ultimately though – stay true to who you are. People like honesty.
SMALL BUSINESS RELATED
What is your job?
I am self-employed. A big part of my job is maintaining this blog and dreaming up original and inspiring content. In April 2015, I launched GET TO WORK BOOK, a daily planner + goal setting journal. I also sell handmade products in my shop at elisejoy.com. I teach & contribute to online workshops & e-courses. I am so happy to have this flexible work schedule. I wrote a series of posts that share my small business story. You can start them here.
How to you "balance" motherhood and working?
I don't. But everyday I try anyway.
You used to sell rubber stamps. Who made them for you?
I design them and had them made by Simon Stamp.
When is your next workshop?
I always blog about online workshops weeks in advance of when they will run. You can also keep an eye on this page of my website.
How do you stay motivated working from home?
I wrote a pretty in-depth post on this here. :)
PROJECT RELATED
Tell me more about Project Life.
There is lots of information here.
THE PERSONAL STUFF
Where do you live?
I live with my husband, Paul and our daughters, Ellerie and Piper in San Diego, California.
What is that paint color on your walls?
Benjamin Moore Cloud White
My friend just has a baby! What should I get her?
Hooray! Check out this list of suggestions.
How old are you?
35. My birthday is in February.
Are you glad you did your own flowers for your wedding?
Yes. Totally & completely, yes. You can read more about the flowers here and our DIY wedding here.
What inspires you?
Everything. But you can see it all at a glance if you follow me on Pinterest.
Don't you worry about sharing such personal stuff online?
I do not "worry" about it, but I do think about. It seems like I put a lot of stuff out there, and over the past nine years I have shared a lot. But in reality this blog is just a fraction of my life and I am very happy with the boundaries that I have drawn for myself and my family.
Would you like me to send you feedback about the product I just purchased from you?
YES! I would love to hear what you thought and how it or my customer service can be improved. Thank you!
Would you like me to send you feedback about your blog or your life?
No. ;)
Thank you so much for reading.
