It is time to settle in and make fabric masks. It is hard to find them, supplies are short in stores, etc. I have been making them for my Etsy store, available here: www.etsy.com/shop/yosa
Why are some emails tracked as “opened” instantly after sending?
There are several reasons an email can report as opened instantly. McAfee security has been known in the past to auto-open every email to scan for spam content before it is delivered. Fake email addresses will have an auto-open setting as well. It is a way to farm for web pages and email addresses that…Continue reading Why are some emails tracked as “opened” instantly after sending?
Marketing Automation: My Marauder’s Map
When I describe how marketing automation works, I often compare it to the Marauder’s Map from the Harry Potter books. More than just email marketing, marketing automation combines website visits, form completions, media downloads and email metrics into a combined “map” of information, with a profile page for each known lead. Much like this: (only…Continue reading Marketing Automation: My Marauder’s Map
How to leverage email to support an active sales team
Part 1 Step 1: Discovery Start by asking your sales team what emails they seem to send over and over again. Their responses will likely fall into some basic categories: Introduction email Thank you for meeting with me/taking my call Quick Follow-up with a quote or requested information Follow-up post purchase Reconnect message Get the…Continue reading How to leverage email to support an active sales team
Costume Hair extensions- types and uses
Braiding hair Jumbo Braid: A great place to start! Jumbo braid (also referred to as Yaki Braid) is a synthetic hair that adds a bunch of fullness. It is sold in a big looped braid, and is usually around or under $5 a bundle. It is available in crazy colors as well as a variety…Continue reading Costume Hair extensions- types and uses
Ostrich feather plumes
Still on about feathers. I am putting some up in my long-dormant Etsy store, and for the rest? I guess I’ll need more hats! https://www.etsy.com/shop/Yosa
Lovers knot tiara, or how not to use recognizable jewelry, a cautionary tale
Recently a new docu-drama has been released on Amazon Prime documenting the last generation of Romanoffs ruling Russia. Near the end of the series, the empress wears a tiara that is instantly recognizable. Why? Because it is the tiara made famous by Princess Diana. It is called the Cambridge lovers knot tiara. http://orderofsplendor.blogspot.com/2011/03/tiara-thursday-cambridge-lovers-knot.html Less known…Continue reading Lovers knot tiara, or how not to use recognizable jewelry, a cautionary tale
Tutorial: 18th century straw hat in photos
How to make an 18th Century sun hat from a used straw hat, in pictures. I started with a straw hat from EBay for about $15 including shipping. It was nice to find one in simple real straw and a nice color. I cut the crown of the hat about an inch up from the…Continue reading Tutorial: 18th century straw hat in photos
Costume College 2019
Costume College is held yearly in Woodland Hills, CA and hosted over 650 costume professionals and enthusiasts from all over the world. It. Was. Amazing. Granted this was my first Costume College, but wow what an experience!My first experience was dragging my 97lbs of luggage into the hotel to see a small group of ladies…Continue reading Costume College 2019
Mantis Shrimp Dress
Mantis Shrimp Dress Part One- Inspiration I am attending Costume College in CA for the first time this year. A big part of the fun for me is getting to wear costumes. There is a theme for each evening of the long weekend, plus shadow themes, meetups, and general tomfoolery. With my background in costume…Continue reading Mantis Shrimp Dress