Smeeny in the Wild
Smeeny in the Wild
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↟small business vlog | finding calm in the chaos, December days, and solstice reflections
This time of year can be crazy, especially as a small business owner living in a ski town, but its up to us to make space for rest, find grounding, and be more intentional about living with the seasons. As a full time creative small business owner, I've been learning to constantly align, realign, and rewild my life to build an even more mindful, values led business. #smallbusinessdiaries #studiovlog #coloradomountains #mountainlife
Thank you for coming along on my maker business journey and outdoor adventures! If you're also on the path of creating a business and life of adventure that you love, we've got this!
Join my FREE community, the Adventurous Creative Club on Discord: smeenymadewild.myflodesk.com/e3k82ll1h3
Gear in this video:
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Stio Colter Chukka Boots: glnk.io/8049/smeenymadewild33p get 20% off with code SMEENY20
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REI Trailmade Midlayer Hoodie: rei.rockporch.com/prdlink/mzx1jSilTA
Sorel Caribou Boots: rei.rockporch.com/prdlink/4GRj6n8chn
REI Norseland Down Parka: rei.rockporch.com/prdlink/TzRuH3UybH
↟ Shop beanies, patterns, stickers, & adventure goods: smeenymadewild.com
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↟ Knitting Tools ↟
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↟ Packaging Materials ↟
Ecoenclose Boxes and Mailers: www.ecoenclose.com/?ref=smeeny
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↟ Let's Get Social! ↟
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↟I drove 3 hours for this holiday market...my first time being a vendor "the city" | let's chat
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I did my first holiday market down in Denver! It wasn't what I was expecting, but I learned a lot and definitely want to explore more of this side of the business. After 7 years of being in business, I still consider myself a market newbie since most of my sales come from online and selling at local shops. Thank you for coming along on my maker business journey and outdoor adventures! If you're...
↟small biz struggles and trying to stay sane...it's been chaotic, chatty vlog #smallbusinessdiaries
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The holiday hustle is real! Between managing a small business, worrying about slower sales, navigating personal life, family stuff, and trying to take care of ourselves, this time of year can feel a little crazy! I hope this video helps you feel less alone and inspires you to keep going! Thank you for coming along on my maker business journey and outdoor adventures! If you're also on the path o...
↟an *honest* chat about being a small business owner right now, prepping for a shop update
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It's busy season and things feel crazy! How I'm managing all the things right now...or not? Join my FREE community on Discord! smeenymadewild.myflodesk.com/e3k82ll1h3 Thank you for coming along on my maker business journey and outdoor adventures! If you're also on the path of creating a business and life of adventure that you love, we've got this! ↟ Shop beanies, patterns, stickers, & adventure...
↟a weekend in Montana! and chat about the trip that started my business journey 7 years ago
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Come with me to Iceland! trovatrip.com/trip/europe/iceland/iceland-with-chereen-leong-schwarz-jan-2025 Last day to book is 11/25! Sometimes I think back and it's so crazy that one decision can change the course of your life. When I went on that trip to India in 2017, I never could have dreamed that it would lead me to quitting my job and starting my business. That trip was so impactful and it l...
↟a week in the desert, lots of knitting, and *unfiltered* thoughts about running my small business
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*Sending a big hug to you today...I know I'm still processing and feeling all of the different emotions... Come along with me on a roadtrip in the desert and see if I can get it all done! Busy season is here and I'm struggling to juggle it all as a solopreneur and full time creative small business owner. Sometimes, it's learning what to prioritize, what to let go of, and finding that flow that ...
↟how I sell my handmade products at local shops, chatty vlog #smallbusinessdiaries
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Selling at local shops was instrumental in helping me get started on my business journey. I started selling at Ohana in 2017 and since then have grown to be full time in my small business. The local shops where I sell my work still generates a majority of my revenue and today I'm taking you to one of the shops where I sell and share my best advice on what I've learned so far on the journey. If ...
↟shop update week, the *reality* of pivoting your business as a self employed creative
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It's easy to get caught up in other people's goals or other people's vision of success. And SO important to reconnect with what that looks like for YOU! In this mid-pivot and transition phase I've been business, it's been an up and down emotional rollercoaster of feeling so excited about this pivot but also feeling the imposter syndrome creeping in. But I'm a big believer in constant realignmen...
↟an *honest* look at what a shop update *actually* looks like for me as a handmade small business
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If you've been feeling stuck, alone, or just want to connect with other likeminded creatives building a business that aligns with their dream life, come join us in Iceland! Join us this January for a week of realignment, community, and adventure with workshops and mastermind sessions throughout the week. There are 5 spots left! trovatrip.com/trip/europe/iceland/iceland-with-chereen-leong-schwar...
↟preparing for the fall shop update, building a mindful business as a self-employed creative
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It's officially fall and the start of busy season in my creative business! I used to get so overwhelmed trying to do all the things, but I've learned to let go and know where to focus my energy over the years. After going through deep burnout in my career before starting my business, I've been really mindful about building my business so that it feels aligned and to prevent me from getting to t...
↟a busy week and *unfiltered* thoughts as a creative solopreneur | new designs, a backpacking trip
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Busy season is coming! This week, so many things are happening in the business! I have my first big beanie order of the seasons, two new pattern designs, a backpacking trip to take product photos, and getting ready for the upcoming fall collection launch! Sharing my unfiltered thoughts around what it's like running a business and being a creative solopreneur. Join the Adventurous Creative Club ...
↟a *realistic* week as a self-employed creative | unfiltered thoughts of a 30-something solopreneur
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Come hang out with me in the studio on this "uneventful", unfiltered week in my life as a self employed creative business owner. Being a solopreneur isn't always easy, but you do have the power to create and build a life and business you love! If you've been seeking adventure and a community of creative business owners to connect with, join me in Iceland! Come on this 7 day trip to ground yours...
↟doing it differently as a cozypreneur | chatty studio vlog, rebalancing after two weeks away
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They say starting a small business is like quitting your 9-5 to work 24/7 but I completely disagree! It CAN look like that, but you are able to build your business how you want and it doesn't have to! We’re settling back in and findinf balance again. Getting back in routine can be hard! But I'm so grateful for building my business so that it allows for weeks like this Let's adventure, create co...
↟some hard truths from a creative multi-passionate solopreneur #smallbusinessdiaries
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↟some hard truths from a creative multi-passionate solopreneur #smallbusinessdiaries
↟traveling as a small business owner | 5 days in Scotland! finally making something for myself
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↟traveling as a small business owner | 5 days in Scotland! finally making something for myself
↟travel as a small business owner | not everything has to be "content"...boundaries with Instagram
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↟travel as a small business owner | not everything has to be "content"...boundaries with Instagram
↟I’m HYPE, a field trip and new project, creating content for my small business
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↟I’m HYPE, a field trip and new project, creating content for my small business
↟July was ROUGH in my biz | 3 small shifts that led to HUGE realizations #smallbusinessvlog
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↟July was ROUGH in my biz | 3 small shifts that led to HUGE realizations #smallbusinessvlog
↟I’m moving on…a little heart to heart #smallbusinessvlog
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↟I’m moving on…a little heart to heart #smallbusinessvlog
↟navigating resistance and feeling stuck, solstice collection launch, summer days #knitting
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↟navigating resistance and feeling stuck, solstice collection launch, summer days #knitting
↟first vlog with my DJI Osmo Pocket 3! overnight river trip, product photography, shop update prep
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↟first vlog with my DJI Osmo Pocket 3! overnight river trip, product photography, shop update prep
↟mid-year reset as a 6-figure solopreneur | monthly planning and goal realignment in Notion
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↟mid-year reset as a 6-figure solopreneur | monthly planning and goal realignment in Notion
↟why slow season for sales is good when you're a handmade small business #studiovlog #handmade
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↟why slow season for sales is good when you're a handmade small business #studiovlog #handmade
↟using Notion to plan my next year in biz, hosting a creative gals trip to Iceland! #studiovlog
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↟using Notion to plan my next year in biz, hosting a creative gals trip to Iceland! #studiovlog
↟planning my year as a multi-passionate creative biz owner, scrappy beanies, fun collab #studiovlog
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↟planning my year as a multi-passionate creative biz owner, scrappy beanies, fun collab #studiovlog
↟transitions are hard, finding alignment with the seasons in life and business, chatty STUDIO VLOG
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↟transitions are hard, finding alignment with the seasons in life and business, chatty STUDIO VLOG
↟what I do in the slow season for my small business, spring reset, getting real about life and biz
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↟what I do in the slow season for my small business, spring reset, getting real about life and biz
↟trying to balance work and travel as a self-employed maker, spring collection beanie design
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↟trying to balance work and travel as a self-employed maker, spring collection beanie design
↟STUDIO VLOG running a business as a multi-passionate creative #solopreneur #selfemployed
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↟STUDIO VLOG running a business as a multi-passionate creative #solopreneur #selfemployed
↟Fall trip to Maine and Vermont | The MOST important thing when it comes to IG for your creative biz
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↟Fall trip to Maine and Vermont | The MOST important thing when it comes to IG for your creative biz

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  • @aleksandradittmar8932
    @aleksandradittmar8932 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Happy birthday. Thanks for being here with us. Take it easy enjoy your day❤

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much! It was a great day! I hope you’ve had a restful and festive holiday season✨❄️🌲

  • @coolindividual81
    @coolindividual81 8 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Would you mind sharing where you get your blank totes for your screen prints?

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 7 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Yes! They are the “Carrie” canvas tote from AS Colour!

    • @coolindividual81
      @coolindividual81 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @@smeenymadewild thank you so much, I appreciate your willingness to share

  • @lisaemery622
    @lisaemery622 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Happiest of birthdays to you! My FAVORITE scene of all your videos was the peaceful piano music playing as you and the pup were out walking in the snow. I felt the peace. Thank you! And can I ask what brand that gorgeous pullover you were wearing in the opening is??

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much! Yay...I'm glad you felt the calm there too☺️ It's the Ruthie pullover by Kari Traa! I just put the link down below :) Happy Holidays!

  • @krystalnebel7304
    @krystalnebel7304 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    It's my birthday today too. Happy birthday to u my love. I just Stumble upon your videos and I love them. I love your energy. It's just like mine.. have a great day. ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Happy birthday to you too! I'm so glad you love the videos! Wishing you a restful and festive holiday!

  • @belindacurtis48
    @belindacurtis48 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Happy Birthday 🎉🎉🎉🎉

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you so much!! I hope you have a festive and restful holiday!

  • @jenniferlewis9864
    @jenniferlewis9864 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    💜💙

  • @smeenymadewild
    @smeenymadewild 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Just sharing some solstice reflections and leaning into the cozy as much as I can! Thank you so much for being here in 2024...YOU are what has made my pivot to hosting creative retreats and creating more spaces for small business owners to connect, learn, and grow together possible! Happy Holidays and see you in 2025!

  • @sandrasanders9290
    @sandrasanders9290 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Happy Birthday and Happy Holidays!

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 9 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! Happy holidays to you too!

  • @Becky20043
    @Becky20043 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

    What event did you do? I'm close to Denver!

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 12 วันที่ผ่านมา

      This was the Horseshoe Market at Breckenridge Brewery in Littleton!

  • @savannah-x1u
    @savannah-x1u 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    This video was suggested to watch, and I’m so glad I did! You seem like such a beautiful person! Something that kept coming up for me throughout this vlog was wanting to suggest that you look into your human design. I don’t know if youve ever looked into it before… but I think that doing a little deep dive into the subject via podcasts or TH-cam might be a fun thing to do this winter! Especially because it seems as though your are looking to re-evaluate how you run your business. I wish you all the luck in your endeavors and hope you take a look at your Human Design!🖤✨🙌🏼

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Hi and welcome! Thank you so much for watching! Yes! I've only recently started exploring my Human Design (I love using my birth chart and astrology too!) and am a 4/6 Generator! I've been full time in my business in 5 years and am finally leaning into a pivot that has pulled me for so long! It's been fun leaning more into things like this and getting more and more aligned :) Thank you for being here!

    • @savannah-x1u
      @savannah-x1u 13 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @ I love it when I come across people randomly who know their human design!! It’s like finding little golden nuggets lol!! I’m so excited for your journey into more alignment💫

  • @jacquelinevalentine6190
    @jacquelinevalentine6190 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hi Shereen! Don’t panic! Lol. You always have enough. I only do markets that are meaningful to me and i always say “What’s the worst that can happen? Either I don’t sell a lot or I sell out.” Also, after your market, the leftovers are ready to ship! I love selling post market😅! Easy Peasy! Hang in there! Love ya bye!

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 14 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Haha yes exactly! It was really nice getting to meet so many people in person too!

  • @michelenemechek7942
    @michelenemechek7942 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    You have to create wat you luv. And you make a really beautiful products !!!! Enjoy the ride. !!!!

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you! Yes agreed! The creative biz life isn't easy, but it's soooo fun!

  • @jenniferlewis9864
    @jenniferlewis9864 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    💜💙

  • @Dream9Design
    @Dream9Design 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Congratulations on hitting your watch hours ❤❤❤❤

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      🥹thank you!! And thank you for helping me get there!

  • @kaitiemaday
    @kaitiemaday 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

    All the fiber markets that I have done the past couple of years have been much slower than what I have been used to in past years.

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 15 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Very interesting! Have you noticed any reasons why?

  • @StitchObsessed
    @StitchObsessed 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Love this video, Chereen! 💖 it was so relatable when you had thought of a new design for a beanie, but had to work on other things first 😂 I feel that too! Can’t wait to see your channel grow in 2025!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 21 วันที่ผ่านมา

      😅I'm so glad you relate! It's a constant struggle hahaha. Thank you Miriam! So glad we found each other on here!

  • @jenniferlewis9864
    @jenniferlewis9864 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    💜💙

  • @Kickrocksproductions
    @Kickrocksproductions 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    great info!!

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I’m glad you found it helpful!💛

  • @Noah_Maer
    @Noah_Maer 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Have you reached the 4k watch hours yet? xD (time to watch more of your vlogs while knitting... XD )

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Omg you're so sweet to ask!! I just reached it last week! 🥹🥹🥹 So glad we can hang while knitting!

    • @Noah_Maer
      @Noah_Maer 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @smeenymadewild Love to hear that! 🥳 🎉🎉 Yeh, I love to watch vlogs while doing some knitting myself xD

  • @TideandTailwind
    @TideandTailwind 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Very interesting! Just got my sentro and currently making hand-finished beanies for my new small business. Sharing on TH-cam is no joke, very impressed by your set up!

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Ooo very exciting! And totally...TH-cam is no joke, but it's been so fun sharing the journey!

    • @TideandTailwind
      @TideandTailwind 22 วันที่ผ่านมา

      @ definitely trying to find my editing style still! But your channel gave me a little inspiration to keep going. Thank you for posting!

  • @katehickok7313
    @katehickok7313 26 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Hey there! So glad to have found your videos. I wanted to go on your Iceland trip so so so bad but just couldn't make it work. Maybe next time. ❤

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 24 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Oooo thank you for being here! Yes! I hope you can make a future trip!

  • @808_waipahu2
    @808_waipahu2 29 วันที่ผ่านมา

    Just discovered your channel. Very uplifting to see your success.

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild 28 วันที่ผ่านมา

      Thank you for being here! Sending all the good vibes to you too!

  • @CarolynOShea-s6d
    @CarolynOShea-s6d หลายเดือนก่อน

    Ahhhh yes, I’m feeling your overwhelm.. I have 3 markets left and my crochet beanies are in two stores. I always feel I have never enough inventory but it is what it is for now.. It’s a good problem to have but lots of lessons learnt for me this year.

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      Totally! It never feels like you’ve made enough, but at the same time there’s that “what if” feeling of not selling enough too! This year has felt slow for me, but we’ll see what happens!

  • @aleksandradittmar8932
    @aleksandradittmar8932 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hello I love your podcasts, just wondering what kind yarn you used- your hats are beautiful and colorful. Thanks for sharing all this with us. ❤

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ah thank you! I mostly use Malabrigo Rasta and also use Wool and the Gang☺️

  • @jenniferlewis9864
    @jenniferlewis9864 หลายเดือนก่อน

    💜💙

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      I hope you're having a lovely weekend!💛

  • @readingwithmrsleaf
    @readingwithmrsleaf หลายเดือนก่อน

    I loved this video so much, especially because I live in Helena! I found your channel when a hiking friend gifted me 2 of your hat patterns a month ago. I love your patterns, what your business stands for and your energy!

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for being here! What an awesome friend for gifting you the patterns! I'm so glad you're enjoying knitting them☺️ I loved my visit to Helena💛

  • @jenniferlewis9864
    @jenniferlewis9864 หลายเดือนก่อน

    💜💙

  • @melissafauna
    @melissafauna หลายเดือนก่อน

    Gorgeous scenery, thanks so much for bringing us along! ☺

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thanks for being here Melissa! It was so nice to get that first snow for the lake views!

  • @creationslandscapedesigns
    @creationslandscapedesigns หลายเดือนก่อน

    If you are ever in S. Cali, I will buy you tea.

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      Aww that is so kind! Thank you!

  • @graces5846
    @graces5846 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hey Chereen hope all is well. Just a quick question do you "block" your hats at all? I know some knitters do but I was wondering do we have to? And what the benefits might be. I have to be honest I've never done it with any of my hats. So im just curious should I be blocking? Thank you love love your work!!! ❤❤ always waiting on a new vlog 🥰😍🤩

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hi hi! Thank you for being here!! I know some people do, but I haven’t ever found it necessary to block my hats. Even with colorwork, I’ll basically stretch the hat a bit and smooth the stitches and it works beautifully!

    • @graces5846
      @graces5846 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @smeenymadewild wonderful ok 👍🏻. That's what I do. I pretty much give it a little stretch in like a circle from the inside just a bit and then off to the next one. Wonderful with the feed back. Yeah I just wanted to get your opinion. Didn't know if I needed to start cause I notice other knitters did. Awesomeness 👌 👏 👍🏻 😍 💖 thanks again

  • @lisaemery622
    @lisaemery622 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Snow Canyon is amazing!!! Looks like I need to camp there next time!

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      Yes!! It was a gorgeous place to camp! And a really well kept campground either great access to some nice hikes!

  • @monicaesparza1250
    @monicaesparza1250 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I love watching your vlogs :) Thank you for sharing your journey and your vision. You, as I’ve said before, inspire me! Can I ask where you order your tags from?

    • @monicaesparza1250
      @monicaesparza1250 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I just saw you answered my questions in an earlier comment!

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you for bringing here! I get the cork tags from All This Wood and design my hang tags on vistaprint!

  • @melaniewendler9920
    @melaniewendler9920 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m still processing everything too… This vlog really hits home. I still have a full time job but enjoy doing creative endeavors on the side. I have been in a season of the pause and wanting to pivot for a couple of years now. I have felt burn out with crocheting and macrame (still want to learn how to knit though 😉) and have felt a strong urge to pivot to flower gardening and learning to sew. I’m really sorry for the losses you’ve experienced. Between both mine and my husband’s families, we’ve had a lot happen health wise over the last few years and it really opened our eyes to what truly matters. We’ve been traveling a little more and prioritizing experiences over things. I just want to let you know that I have really enjoyed the vlogs and following you on IG. Thanks for sharing your adventures, biz tips and honest feelings🧡.

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      Melanie! Thank you so much for being here! Yes…grief, loss, health issues all certainly make us zoom out and rethink our priorities! Of course I wish those things hadn’t happened but at the same time I’m grateful that they’ve led me here💛 I hope it’s leading you in a more aligned direction too! Especially if you’re feeling some burnout, it would be so fun to explore some new creative things! I’m glad you’re enjoying the vlogs☺️ I’m grateful to have you in this community!

  • @DocumentedJourney
    @DocumentedJourney หลายเดือนก่อน

    still processing.... and probably will be for a long while.

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      😮‍💨agreed…here with you

  • @jenniferlewis9864
    @jenniferlewis9864 หลายเดือนก่อน

    💜💙

  • @michellebarnett4994
    @michellebarnett4994 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I lost 3 people around the same time too. Two were good friends and one was my BFF, Cindy. I also developed a physical disability around the same time. I'm still on my way back, but I think you're special. I've always been a free spirit, just seem to rub people the wrong way. I'm sorry for your losses. Isn't it great to be able to share your life with an animal?? My cat, Pumpkin, is turning 14 in February, and he's such my guy. Sorry for being all over the place, I want you to know you're inspirational! Thanks 😊!!

    • @creationslandscapedesigns
      @creationslandscapedesigns หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@michellebarnett4994 why can't Mylo is 20 1/2. He's my emotional support animal.

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      I’m sorry for your losses too💛💛 The grief journey is so hard!! I also went through a medical scare during that period and it really forced me to reevaluate a lot of things. Sending lots of love your way✨✨✨

  • @creationslandscapedesigns
    @creationslandscapedesigns หลายเดือนก่อน

    I miss snow. Also election day was madness.

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      The snow has felt weirdly comforting and peaceful with all of this going on…still processing all of the feelings😔

    • @creationslandscapedesigns
      @creationslandscapedesigns หลายเดือนก่อน

      @smeenymadewild I live in Southern California where there's never any snow, at least where I'm at

  • @jenniferlewis9864
    @jenniferlewis9864 หลายเดือนก่อน

    💜💙

  • @CarolynOShea-s6d
    @CarolynOShea-s6d หลายเดือนก่อน

    Loved this so much! We said Yes a year ago. We packed up and moved from Perth Australia to a little coastal village in Ireland near the Atlantic coast and it was the best thing we’ve ever done. ( my hubby is Irish) I’ve now been able to build my little Crochet side hustle ( ‘Ocean Weave’) and also work part time in a cute Health food store. I’ve never in my life enjoyed my way of earning money and it’s true to just take a leap.. trust and believe…

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      Ooo I love this so much!! It’s amazing when we bet on ourselves!

  • @jenniferlewis9864
    @jenniferlewis9864 หลายเดือนก่อน

    💜💙

  • @jenniferlewis9864
    @jenniferlewis9864 หลายเดือนก่อน

    💜💙

  • @CarolynOShea-s6d
    @CarolynOShea-s6d หลายเดือนก่อน

    I’m binge watching all of your vids. You are so inspiring!

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      Omg thank you for watching! I’m so glad the videos are resonating🥰🫶

  • @CamilleG-go8np
    @CamilleG-go8np หลายเดือนก่อน

    Hi! Knitter here - Love your videos - I've been binge watching. LOL What's the red poke-y thing you've been using to finish your knits? Is that to help weave the ends? You're using it at the 6:41min mark in this video. You are amazing and I hope your winter selling season is fantastic! 💚🌲

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you!! And back atcha! The pokey thing is called a felting needle! It helps fuse the ends in☺️

  • @jenniferlewis9864
    @jenniferlewis9864 หลายเดือนก่อน

    💜💙

  • @jenniferlewis9864
    @jenniferlewis9864 หลายเดือนก่อน

    💜💙

  • @AmyHeighington
    @AmyHeighington หลายเดือนก่อน

    Love your sweater, you did amazing job on it! I like my sleeves a little longer, better then it riding up your arm

    • @smeenymadewild
      @smeenymadewild หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you Amy! I lovce how it turned out! And agreed! Glad they're longer instead of too short! Hahahaha

  • @jenniferlewis9864
    @jenniferlewis9864 หลายเดือนก่อน

    💜💙

  • @jenniferlewis9864
    @jenniferlewis9864 หลายเดือนก่อน

    💜💙