Well I am doing lots of organizing today....
I put lots of photos up on facebook - check it out @ The Roaming Cupcake - Please "Like" Me
I also placed another order so I would have more items to have for the events as well as the new nut mixes which I can't wait to try :) and I ordered a Beer Pizza Dough! That's sounds so yummy! I will have to try it out on my new pizza stone I got for my bday.
I was listed on a website today:
http://mommyshelperonline.com/do-you-bake.html
I hope it gets some notice!
So the next few days should be crazy... I almost thought about cancelling these 2 events, but I thought more about it today and realized I can squeeze the time in :) Plus, I think these events are going to be a lot of fun and they are much closer to home. I am going to sample 3 different cupcakes - pumpkin, chocolate, and vanilla - at these events plus some Italiano Beer Bread. I can't wait to try a pumpkin cupcake!
I am hoping to do some more advertising... but I am trying to keep the funds low.
I am going back to Party City tomorrow to get better travelling trays as well as mini tin loaf pans. I also need to make a trip to the grocery store.
I am thinking about buying a new laptop this week. Mine is slowly dying and the battery is drained.... I would like to have one to bring with me out and about - so we shall see. I am loving the Sony Vaio - my boyfriend has one.
I also just found out that my business cards as well as my t-shirt and decal should arrive this week! WooHoo :)
Well that is about it for today.... I am going to continue with my planning as usual as well as research.
I have a Dr. appt tomorrow... we shall see what happens with that. I injured my back a few weeks ago and it doesn't seem to be getting better - it's worse infact! UGH..... I am not looking forward to it.
Unitl tomorrow...
Tuesday, November 9, 2010
Monday, November 8, 2010
Back online..... :)
Finally, we got a new router and that fixed the problem. This weekend was very tiring, so I was unable to write. We had weapons qualification on Sat. and Sun. and it was soooo cold out. I was dead tired by the time I got home!
So in regards to the quarter auction on Friday.... it was very interesting to say the least, but lots of fun. I was there later than expected and had a long drive home. The environment was different - most of the vendors all knew each others as well as everyone who attended. It was very local since it was in a firehouse. People never heard of Do You Bake?, so I did get a lot of questions. They LOVED my cupcakes! I did ok on the auctions and got my name out there. People took cards and wanted to see me come again, so hopfully as people get to know me as well as the brand, they will be more likely to BUY! Since this was the first time I have ever been to a Quarter Auction, I tried to learn all I could. Most of the night I was running around collecting quarters... I was thankful that I decided not to wear my heels! haha. But overall it was a good night and I took some pictures that I will hopefully get up this week on Facebook.
Now for the other news... I found out this weekend that I will be going on military orders nect week and leaving for Ft. Benning, GA and going to airborne school. (I get to jump out of a plane!) It is for about a month. The problem is that I am going to have to put all of this on hold for a bit.... I have to cancel my events for end of Nov and beginning of Dec. I am hoping to get my deposits back :) Most people have been very understandingso far. So, unfortunately this blog as well as my business will have to slow down some - I won't be able to do much there.
I will keep this updated until I leave :)
But we will see what happens.... My little experiment can always continue when I return :)
So in regards to the quarter auction on Friday.... it was very interesting to say the least, but lots of fun. I was there later than expected and had a long drive home. The environment was different - most of the vendors all knew each others as well as everyone who attended. It was very local since it was in a firehouse. People never heard of Do You Bake?, so I did get a lot of questions. They LOVED my cupcakes! I did ok on the auctions and got my name out there. People took cards and wanted to see me come again, so hopfully as people get to know me as well as the brand, they will be more likely to BUY! Since this was the first time I have ever been to a Quarter Auction, I tried to learn all I could. Most of the night I was running around collecting quarters... I was thankful that I decided not to wear my heels! haha. But overall it was a good night and I took some pictures that I will hopefully get up this week on Facebook.
Now for the other news... I found out this weekend that I will be going on military orders nect week and leaving for Ft. Benning, GA and going to airborne school. (I get to jump out of a plane!) It is for about a month. The problem is that I am going to have to put all of this on hold for a bit.... I have to cancel my events for end of Nov and beginning of Dec. I am hoping to get my deposits back :) Most people have been very understandingso far. So, unfortunately this blog as well as my business will have to slow down some - I won't be able to do much there.
I will keep this updated until I leave :)
But we will see what happens.... My little experiment can always continue when I return :)
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Thursday, November 4, 2010
Finally... A chance to sit down
Well today was a busy, busy day! But I did get a lot done.... although I am pretty sleepy right now and it's only 8:30pm :)
Well I did manage to get everything else I needed. I went to Party City and got carrier boxes to transport the cupcakes and some serving trays/bowls. I went to the bank to make sure I had change for the cash and carry products - and the post office to get a money order (since I still have to pay for tomorrow's event).
My product arrived today!! Hooray! Which is great because now I can display the Turkey Special plus the candles. BTW, the candles smell amazing! They made me hungry just from smelling them. I wanted to burn one so bad to make my house smell that good! I will have to get more and give some as gifts! They are really pretty and you can tell they are quality candles. I was very happy!
Well then I baked.... I made 66 mini-cupcakes, a loaf of beer bread and an onion and chive dip. The cupcakes came out amazing! I made all vanilla and half has dark chocolate frosting and the other half had a cinnamon cream cheese frosting. I used the cinnamon spice mix and mixed it with a cream cheese frosting - YUM! The bread also came out great - I am going to cut it up tomorrow so people can sample it and dip it in the onion chive dip if they want.
Then I attempted to make bite size brownies... notice I said attempt. Well I guess I put too much batter in the mini muffin tins and they all decided to rise out of the pan and connect to one another. Then, they did not want to come out of the pan! I was so fustrated. So no brownies tomorrow... BUT they did taste delicious and are great for making a brownie sundae :) I am sure they will be enjoyed in the house!
Oh and the other good news! I attempted my iron-on design again... well this time, I read the directions and it worked! I was so happy and a little proud of myself. I had this vision of my outfit and the apron and t-shirt just make the outfit. The logo is on the front of the apron - then I am wearing a pale pink t-shirt and the logo is on the back of the t-shirt. :) It looks pretty good if I do say so myself! (I'll take photos)
So aside for some other personal errands and laundry, it was a DYB kind of day! I am very excited and nervous about tomorrow. I hope things go well. I feel prepared though. Tomorrow is gonna be a long day with work in the AM and then this event in the PM, which is about an hour away. Plus, I have my drill weekend (this weekend) with the Army Reserves..... that is going to be a long weekend. I hope I still get a chance to write. I guess I will have to see how long the days are.
I will take lots if pics and report back with all the details. Hopefully I will learn a lot and then can be better for the next event!
Well I am pretty beat. I am going to finish up and get everything ready and then go to sleep!
Wish me luck! Until tomorrow....
Well I did manage to get everything else I needed. I went to Party City and got carrier boxes to transport the cupcakes and some serving trays/bowls. I went to the bank to make sure I had change for the cash and carry products - and the post office to get a money order (since I still have to pay for tomorrow's event).
My product arrived today!! Hooray! Which is great because now I can display the Turkey Special plus the candles. BTW, the candles smell amazing! They made me hungry just from smelling them. I wanted to burn one so bad to make my house smell that good! I will have to get more and give some as gifts! They are really pretty and you can tell they are quality candles. I was very happy!
Well then I baked.... I made 66 mini-cupcakes, a loaf of beer bread and an onion and chive dip. The cupcakes came out amazing! I made all vanilla and half has dark chocolate frosting and the other half had a cinnamon cream cheese frosting. I used the cinnamon spice mix and mixed it with a cream cheese frosting - YUM! The bread also came out great - I am going to cut it up tomorrow so people can sample it and dip it in the onion chive dip if they want.
Then I attempted to make bite size brownies... notice I said attempt. Well I guess I put too much batter in the mini muffin tins and they all decided to rise out of the pan and connect to one another. Then, they did not want to come out of the pan! I was so fustrated. So no brownies tomorrow... BUT they did taste delicious and are great for making a brownie sundae :) I am sure they will be enjoyed in the house!
Oh and the other good news! I attempted my iron-on design again... well this time, I read the directions and it worked! I was so happy and a little proud of myself. I had this vision of my outfit and the apron and t-shirt just make the outfit. The logo is on the front of the apron - then I am wearing a pale pink t-shirt and the logo is on the back of the t-shirt. :) It looks pretty good if I do say so myself! (I'll take photos)
So aside for some other personal errands and laundry, it was a DYB kind of day! I am very excited and nervous about tomorrow. I hope things go well. I feel prepared though. Tomorrow is gonna be a long day with work in the AM and then this event in the PM, which is about an hour away. Plus, I have my drill weekend (this weekend) with the Army Reserves..... that is going to be a long weekend. I hope I still get a chance to write. I guess I will have to see how long the days are.
I will take lots if pics and report back with all the details. Hopefully I will learn a lot and then can be better for the next event!
Well I am pretty beat. I am going to finish up and get everything ready and then go to sleep!
Wish me luck! Until tomorrow....
Wednesday, November 3, 2010
The day begins.... not so smoothly
Ok, so I am not the craftiest person (people who know me, know this), but I thought I could manage an iron-on sheet.... apparantly not. I unfortunately did not have the directions on me, so I decided to wing it. The first try - I was having trouble with the paper and ended up ruining the logo :( - my second try, I ended up melting half the image and its looks horrible! So that was a bust.... for the future I decided to let the professionals handle this type of situation.... Cafepress.com here I come. At least I will have them in time for the next auctions. ugh.......
I put my 3 ads up on craigslist for the upcoming 3 events! Let's hope they get some notice and people are able to come out and have a good time! :)
If you are on the Philadelphia or South Jersey Craigslist - check under "events" and you can see the ads :)
I also found another event today that I am going to be a part of - It's in December and it's a Shopping Extravagaza for Busy Moms - Sounded interesting :) I have to fill out the registration for and get that in as well.
I went to staples... AGAIN... (I signed up for a rewards card today - haha) I got my "enter to win" cards printed out on cardstock (just to make it look a little nicer) - plus on card stock it will be easier to keep for collecting info. I still have to print out my "Enter to Win" Sign and temporary business cards. I am still not sure if I am just going to print my own or have Staples do it. I really do not want to spend any more money... so I will probably end up doing it myself. My real one are on ordered anyway.
I just made my grocery list for tomorrow. Luckily I had most of what I needed in the house already. I just need a few things and beer for the bread. As soon as I get the cards printed, I am going to make up the cello bags for the auctions. I also decided that all the auction are going to get some brownies as a sample with the auction. Plus if they like them (and why wouldn't they?), I have them available for cash and carry, so hopefully I can sell some.
I am posting some things on facebook so you can see my progress and the ideas I had :)
I found another 2 events, but one is a little pricey and the other won't let me give out samples. I am going to have to think about these two and see if they are worth it. Both are in December, so I have a little time.
Some GOOD NEWS! My order from Do You Bake? was shipped out today and will arrive to my house tomorrow. Which is great, because now I can display the candles as well as the Turkey Day Special Gift Basket + other new items :) Things are looking good! The cello bags look great! I think I am going to bring some cello bags and ribbon with me incase someone wants one as a gift and I can wrap them up real quick!
Oh, I did finish reading that book, "The Skinny on Direct Sales" - It's a cute book and a very easy read. I do not know how much information it really has to give except to not quit direct sales in your first 100 days. But it was a cute story and entertaining to say the least. But if you are looking for an indepth reading of the subject - this is not the book for you.
So over all it was a productive day - Lots of baking and last minute things to do tomorrow :)
Most pictures will be posted on Facebook this week - especially after the event!
Well that is all for now... until tomorrow!
I put my 3 ads up on craigslist for the upcoming 3 events! Let's hope they get some notice and people are able to come out and have a good time! :)
If you are on the Philadelphia or South Jersey Craigslist - check under "events" and you can see the ads :)
I also found another event today that I am going to be a part of - It's in December and it's a Shopping Extravagaza for Busy Moms - Sounded interesting :) I have to fill out the registration for and get that in as well.
I went to staples... AGAIN... (I signed up for a rewards card today - haha) I got my "enter to win" cards printed out on cardstock (just to make it look a little nicer) - plus on card stock it will be easier to keep for collecting info. I still have to print out my "Enter to Win" Sign and temporary business cards. I am still not sure if I am just going to print my own or have Staples do it. I really do not want to spend any more money... so I will probably end up doing it myself. My real one are on ordered anyway.
I just made my grocery list for tomorrow. Luckily I had most of what I needed in the house already. I just need a few things and beer for the bread. As soon as I get the cards printed, I am going to make up the cello bags for the auctions. I also decided that all the auction are going to get some brownies as a sample with the auction. Plus if they like them (and why wouldn't they?), I have them available for cash and carry, so hopefully I can sell some.
I am posting some things on facebook so you can see my progress and the ideas I had :)
I found another 2 events, but one is a little pricey and the other won't let me give out samples. I am going to have to think about these two and see if they are worth it. Both are in December, so I have a little time.
Some GOOD NEWS! My order from Do You Bake? was shipped out today and will arrive to my house tomorrow. Which is great, because now I can display the candles as well as the Turkey Day Special Gift Basket + other new items :) Things are looking good! The cello bags look great! I think I am going to bring some cello bags and ribbon with me incase someone wants one as a gift and I can wrap them up real quick!
Oh, I did finish reading that book, "The Skinny on Direct Sales" - It's a cute book and a very easy read. I do not know how much information it really has to give except to not quit direct sales in your first 100 days. But it was a cute story and entertaining to say the least. But if you are looking for an indepth reading of the subject - this is not the book for you.
So over all it was a productive day - Lots of baking and last minute things to do tomorrow :)
Most pictures will be posted on Facebook this week - especially after the event!
Well that is all for now... until tomorrow!
Tuesday, November 2, 2010
Tired and Cranky.....
Well today was a bit of a fustrating day... some parts my fault, but I am very tired to say the least. I almost tried talking myself into skipping the blog tonight, but then the little voice in my head said that this was something I set out to do and writing in the blog every day is a must! So here I am.
To give you a little taste of my day. After I got out of work this morning, I saw the employee bus and ran to catch it... not paying attention, I soon discovered that I was on the Cargo City bus that went no where near the employee parking lot. So I took a 1/2 hour bus ride around the airport for nothing and ended up right back where I started! I was so mad (but it was a little funny). Then I sat in lots of traffic - had computer problems at home, had broken sign holders arrive in the mail - more traffic towards Andrew's (my boyfriends) - went to some stores...came back to Andrew's house and then took him to a car dealership that was over an hour away! Finally got home at 9:30pm. It has been a looooong day. It is good to be in my pjs and now I am having a glass of wine before I crash for the night!
On a positive note, I got pretty much the rest of the stuff I needed for Friday. I got the company logo emailed to me, so I am going to put this on an apron I bought and the back of a pink t-shirt so I can wear both. I will post pics! I also got a money box, sign holders, a basket to display product.... and printed out a bunch of stuff to make up two binders. One binder is all product info and the other is all sales incentives and promotions.
I also got my registration website up for the 2 upcoming quarter auctions on the 12th and 13th of November. If you live near me please check it out and register to get your free paddle! It should be lots of fun - I can't wait. I am going to post the site on Facebook as well as Craigslist. :)
https://quarterauctions.webconnex.com/DoYouBake_Nov2010
Pass it along to friends too!
Tomorrow is going to be a busy day! I have to place the ads on Craigslist, make up my cello and gift bags, write descriptions and what I am going to say, organize and plan my displays, make my apron and t-shirt, print business cards and enter to win forms, last minute advertising for Friday, put pics on Facebook (yes, I found my cable), make a raffle sign, OH! and I need to find something to transport the samples in! I think I might go to the dollar store or party store to buy some tin pans to hold the treats. Plus I have to take Andrew back to that dealership so he can pick up his new car! :)
Atleast I have the next 2 days off and get lots done before Friday.
Well, I am just going to organize some stuff, make a list, and then go to sleep.... trying to watch how the election turns out as well.
I should have lots of picks up on my facebook tomorrow... make sure you like my page!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Roaming-Cupcake/171916542823045
Night everyone!! Until tomorrow...
To give you a little taste of my day. After I got out of work this morning, I saw the employee bus and ran to catch it... not paying attention, I soon discovered that I was on the Cargo City bus that went no where near the employee parking lot. So I took a 1/2 hour bus ride around the airport for nothing and ended up right back where I started! I was so mad (but it was a little funny). Then I sat in lots of traffic - had computer problems at home, had broken sign holders arrive in the mail - more traffic towards Andrew's (my boyfriends) - went to some stores...came back to Andrew's house and then took him to a car dealership that was over an hour away! Finally got home at 9:30pm. It has been a looooong day. It is good to be in my pjs and now I am having a glass of wine before I crash for the night!
On a positive note, I got pretty much the rest of the stuff I needed for Friday. I got the company logo emailed to me, so I am going to put this on an apron I bought and the back of a pink t-shirt so I can wear both. I will post pics! I also got a money box, sign holders, a basket to display product.... and printed out a bunch of stuff to make up two binders. One binder is all product info and the other is all sales incentives and promotions.
I also got my registration website up for the 2 upcoming quarter auctions on the 12th and 13th of November. If you live near me please check it out and register to get your free paddle! It should be lots of fun - I can't wait. I am going to post the site on Facebook as well as Craigslist. :)
https://quarterauctions.webconnex.com/DoYouBake_Nov2010
Pass it along to friends too!
Tomorrow is going to be a busy day! I have to place the ads on Craigslist, make up my cello and gift bags, write descriptions and what I am going to say, organize and plan my displays, make my apron and t-shirt, print business cards and enter to win forms, last minute advertising for Friday, put pics on Facebook (yes, I found my cable), make a raffle sign, OH! and I need to find something to transport the samples in! I think I might go to the dollar store or party store to buy some tin pans to hold the treats. Plus I have to take Andrew back to that dealership so he can pick up his new car! :)
Atleast I have the next 2 days off and get lots done before Friday.
Well, I am just going to organize some stuff, make a list, and then go to sleep.... trying to watch how the election turns out as well.
I should have lots of picks up on my facebook tomorrow... make sure you like my page!
http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Roaming-Cupcake/171916542823045
Night everyone!! Until tomorrow...
Monday, November 1, 2010
Getting products together....
Well right now I am trying to sort everything out. I have to submit my item descriptions for my 2 events on the 12th and 13th plus any offers I will be giving that night. I also have to drop off my charity item for a craft fair next week (the event is on the 19th). I am excited that things are finally going to start happening!
Tomorrow, I have to make a grocery list of all the items I need for samples and put my cello bags together. I was hoping that my business cards would come this week - they still might, but just incase I am going to make some of my own up so I have something for people to take, plus i want to make sure that each card is put in the cello bag and auction items. I got my pink trays in the mail today... I thought they would "pop" nice on the table... I also really need to study up on product info this week and what I am going to say! I feel that not many people have heard of Do You Bake? So I am hoping to get lots of questions!
Today I made the original beer bread... YUM! First of all the house smelled amazing and it was super easy to make! All you have to add is beer and butter. I added some garlic powder and cheddar cheese in the middle and it tasted soooooo good :) I am definately going to have try the other flavors!
Well today is also my last day of class.... I get a little break till December :) - but I have lots of homework to do tonight. And, I have to finish these emails for the quarter auctions. Should be a busy next few days to prep! So exciting!
Until tomorrow....
Tomorrow, I have to make a grocery list of all the items I need for samples and put my cello bags together. I was hoping that my business cards would come this week - they still might, but just incase I am going to make some of my own up so I have something for people to take, plus i want to make sure that each card is put in the cello bag and auction items. I got my pink trays in the mail today... I thought they would "pop" nice on the table... I also really need to study up on product info this week and what I am going to say! I feel that not many people have heard of Do You Bake? So I am hoping to get lots of questions!
Today I made the original beer bread... YUM! First of all the house smelled amazing and it was super easy to make! All you have to add is beer and butter. I added some garlic powder and cheddar cheese in the middle and it tasted soooooo good :) I am definately going to have try the other flavors!
Well today is also my last day of class.... I get a little break till December :) - but I have lots of homework to do tonight. And, I have to finish these emails for the quarter auctions. Should be a busy next few days to prep! So exciting!
Until tomorrow....
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