End of Year Recap, Hard Lessons Learned & What I'm Changing in 2024 🩷 SMALL BUSINESS STUDIO VLOG
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- Опубликовано: 26 дек 2023
- Hellooooo friends! For the last vlog of 2023 I wanted to do an end of the year recap vlog where we go over the highs and lows from this year along with some shop stats and hard lessons learned! Then the second portion of the vlog is devoted to talking about my goals and plans for 2024 and some of the big changes I’m going to be making! This video is going to be a long one so get some comfy jammies on and get comfortable because we’re going to be hanging out for awhile! :)
Thank you so much for being here and making my entry into the youtube world this year such a warm welcome!! Starting this channel was one of the best things I could have done and I am over the moon excited to see what 2024 has in store for this channel and my small business!!
I hope you all had a wonderful holiday and have an even better start to the new year!
Happy reading! :)
Emily
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The negative people hate themselves and like to spread their misery. If someone doesn’t like your art, too bad, look at all the people that love it. . Other business owners have physical issues also, you just don’t know it. They’re only seen on good days. I , myself think you’re perfect! It was a nice surprise to see the post tonight. Thank you
Thank you! 🥹
My daughter, who is chronically ill, deals with the same negativity. I think sometimes invisible illness is the hardest to cope with and the least understood. She has been ill for almost the entirety of her teen years (she's 21 now) and has learnt to have very thick skin. Negative comments reflect more on the person giving them than the one receiving them. You so remind me of my daughter. You are stronger and more beautiful than you could possibly know and are such a wonderful role model for younger chronically ill people out there. Keep being yourself and spreading lots of colourful bookish love! 🧡
Thank you so much for sharing your daughter’s experiences with me. I’m so sorry people are so cruel to her, but let her know she has a friend in me and someone who is going through the same thing if she ever needs it 🩷
@@emilycromwelldesigns Hi sweetie so I watched this entire video and if I may say, people can be mean and evil but when someone comes and says something nasty to you, this is what you should say, “Thank you for letting me know how mean and evil you are. I am going to pray for you right now. Lord please forgive (whatever their name is) for being ignorant and mean. They don’t know who you are and I ask that you show their soul mercy. Thank you Jesus for the opportunity to pray for them. In Jesus name I pray, Amen. 😂😂😂 Trust me that will make them think twice before saying something again. It might not affect them now but eventually it will because God is great and he wins all the time. Believe in him and he will take care of the rest. If you ever need a volunteer to come help you, I can take vacation to help. After all we are sisters of Christ and we are put on earth to help one another. I live in Virginia Beach so I’m not that far. We can jump in on a zoom call to chat and you can get to know me better. Hope you have a wonderful New Year’s and congratulations on your engagement!! I just got married in September so I know how exciting it is to get married. Take care and God bless you and your family
Never have understood why people are mean. If you don’t like someone’s art or content then simply move along and find something you like better. No one deserves to be treated that way. Remember someone’s meanness is almost always a reflection of their own unhappiness and is not about you. Please keep creating your beautiful art and keep your chin up. You don’t have to pretend to be happy, but please know the way you share positivity does lift most of us up. Thanks for all you do. ❤
This comment means so much to me and was a needed reminder 🩷🩷 thank you so much 💖
I am sooooo incredibly happy and blessed that I found you Emily!! I am honest when I say that you brighten my day each and everyday when I watch your videos and have shown me so much about grit and determination. I suffer from severe anxiety and depression, yet I am also a teacher and a mother to 3 wonderful children AND I have my own small craft studio. I understand when you say that yours is your happy place because when I"work" in mine I am at peace with everything. Thank you so much for being such an inspiration and I can't wait to see what 2024 will bring for you!! Many blessings and congrats on. your engagement. I was once a Huge book worm, but life got a hold of me and I let that passion go. You have rekindled that passion and I am now on my 2md book in 1 month! I can't thank you enough for merely existing in this crazy world and for bringing so much color and joy with your artwork. Never stop being you!!
Awww I LOVE that I was able to help get you back into reading!! Yayyy! ☺️🩷
Lovely video ❤️
I am so sorry to hear how mean people are, you are always so positive and all your work is so bright 🌟
Suggestion for IG - in the settings you can restrict comments with certain words. You can add this restrictions for "body", "weight", "dentist", "dental", etc. so you don't see these comments in the first place ❤️
I’m definitely going to do that!! Thank you for the idea!
I have several autoimmune diseases, it’s not easy trying to have a smile on your face everyday. Inside you feel sick but on the outside you look okay, so people think you’re okay. I think you are beautiful!! I pray your disease goes into remission. You do a wonderful job at what you do, your artwork is amazing! Congrats on your engagement too🥰
I couldn’t have said that better myself…I was just saying something like this the other day to my mom..that it’s frustrating because just by looking at me from the outside, you would never know how much agony my body is in when I’m having pain flares or constant muscle injuries. It’s definitely very hard 🩷
it upsets me so much that someone would post awful comments about you, especially under some fake guise of offering you “advice” for being the face of your brand for your art. If that woman had the time to harass a kind stranger online who put outs nothing but positivity, then she must be a very miserable person in her own life. I can’t imagine what it’s like to have a chronic illness, but I know it must be incredibly difficult and you should be all the more proud of how you have grown your business. You’re an inspiration 😊❤
I think so many people who are unkind, hide behind their computers, phones, etc and feel empowered to say things that are down right mean and nasty because they are miserable. It's unfortunate that tech (because they would probably not have the guts to do it face-to face) has created this type of person who is hidden except for their words. Ignore them. It is easier for me to say, but it is not worth a breath or thought from you. I wish you a happy, healthy and wonderful new year and best wishes for your future wedding!
Thank you so very much! 🩷🩷 I hope you’ve had a wonderful start to 2024!
I just started watching you earlier this year and as a small business owner myself, I admire the things that you have accomplished. Set boundaries on how you expect to be treated (block those that are negative), set reasonable work times because work life balance is important.
Hi, You are amazing! I see a lot of people getting a hard time with social media "opinions". I've always thought that people behind a screen are meaner. But, I work in a 9 to 5 and I notice that people are less polite, make mean comments, complain about everything. In short, we tell children not to be bully, what example we give. Have a lovely 2024 year, full of health and love!
Nothing but love for you! 💖 People who sit and comment rude to others, show they have too much time on their hands and are bored with their lives. I’ve been blogging since 2017 and the more you grow, the more negativity. I just learned to mark their comments as spam, delete, block and ignore. I never reply. There are 99% of people who love you for who you are and what you do. They deserve our time 😊
I hate that you had to experience such mean people! I discovered your RUclips channel and was drawn to your amazing personality. Don't let those people get you down. Congratulations on such a great year with your business! 🎉❤
Thank you so very much!! I appreciate you!! 🥰🩷
GIIIIIRL! I don’t know you yet bc I just found this video, but I don’t have to know you to see that you are a GEM! You are gorgeous and don’t let anyone tell you otherwise!!! God does not make mistakes, you are perfect just as you are!!! Happy 2024 ❤
Awww! THANK YOU 😭🥹 I appreciate this and you so very much!!! 🩷🩷🩷
girl you are AMAZING! my tip for the haters is block anyone who comments negative things immediately. there is nothing you will gain from having them continue to harass you, and it is your right to protect yourself! That also goes for people commenting on your weight- no one should have the right to do that ❤️
That’s definitely my automatic response for next year! Not giving any negative people attention and straight to blocking 🩷🩷
I just discovered your channel a few months ago and have been addicted every since. You are a ray of sunshine and inspiration! You have definitely inspired me to get serious and to push myself about my small business. People are cruel and miserable and don't deserve an ounce of your energy or time. You know that saying of misery loves company. They're not worth it at all.
Aww well I’m so glad you’re here and that you love my channel so much!! That means the world to me! ☺️
And you are so very right! 🩷
The problem with social media is that it makes the nasty mean rude people feel powerful. They say what they want because there aren't any consequences. I can guarantee that they would never say those things to a person if they were face to face. But when you can hide behind a screen it gives them courage. I want to say that I hope karma bites them in the tush but I honesty wouldnt wish hate on anyone. I just hope they can see how much their words hurt others. Even with the weight ones. Body shaming is wrong whether its toward bigger or smaller people. I think if I were in the positions of a lot of social media content creators I would pay someone to read the comments for me and just block all the negative ones. There is a difference between being concerned and being nasty. You can be kind and give suggestions without being nasty and mean, even hurtful!
So very true!! And having someone to filter through the negative comments and messages is actually a very smart idea!! 👀🩷
Definitely use a virtual assistant for customer service inquiries on your chat and socials. Honestly, it would be worth your time to sit down and brainstorm as many tasks as you can that a virtual assistant can help with… My virtual assistant has been with me for almost 5 years in my small reselling business and she might as well be my vice president. Many of the challenges you have brought up today that are unique to you because of the EDS are things I’ve never had to deal with but based on your wonderful energy that you bring in your videos and art I know you will find ways to work through any challenge. I’ve ordered some of your items and they are gorgeous. You are succeeding at being positivity to others!💕
I actually just got her all set up to handle customer service today! I’m excited to get some more help with that side of things ☺️
You've done amazing, it's been wonderful to watch your growth 😊
Aww why thank you!! 🥹
I just don't understand why people feel the need to comment on other people's appearances. You are a beautiful person inside and out. I love your artwork, if people don't like it then they don't have to buy it, simple. You obviously have many people that do love it ❤ Keep doing what you're doing!
Thank you! 🥹
I started watching after a YT recommendation and now I’m sobbing watching this. Both: happy because you gained a new subbie (me YAY) but devastated of how cruel people want to be; just because. You are a RAY OF SUNSHINE! They deserve NONE of your attention. Not even a second look. Keep shining my dearest art inspo.
Thank you 🥹 and also!!! Welcome to my happy little corner of the internet!! 🥰
I'm so glad your store is growing 💗
Me too! 🥹
Sweet girl do not change a thing about yourself ! You are beautiful and you are so loved ! Stop listening to the haters they are only doing these things to bring you down to try and stop you from doing your business because they are jealous! It’s all JEALOUSY. So you keep doing you and being who you are and just know that God and prayer changes everything ! So stay strong and ignore the hate! YOU ARE SO LOVED !
Thank you so very much 🥹
You are awesome love all your products! Have a great new year!! ❤
Why thank you!! ☺️ I hope you have a great new year as well 🩷
You are a bright light and your smile and laugh and excitement is so refreshing to see. You are a beautiful and creative artist, and I can't wait for what is coming in. 2024. Congrats on your engagement.
Thank you so very much!! I appreciate you and your kindness 🥰🩷
Happy New Year 🎉🎉🎉🎉. I so love watching your videos, can’t wait to see all your new projects!
Thank you!!! I’ve got some fun things in the works this year 🩷
All the best for 2024 Emily 💚💚💚
Same to you! ☺️
I just want to say as a new comer, what attracted me to your thumbnail and made me click to watch your video was that you looked like a REAL PERSON. Not some manicure/ curated/aesthetic. What made me STAY and subscribe after watching your video was your personality and passion. You have such a beautiful soul. and personally I find your smile so endearing. Rather you are being positive and spreading joy, or being real sharing something alittle dark. You were passionate and true to your self and authentic and that’s what made me want to subscribe and support you.
(I mean I also love books and love your products and pink is my favorite color. But even if I could find those things some where else, what I love about your channel is you. )
Granted like I said a new follower so I haven’t seen a lot of your videos, just like from November till now. but I’ve seen and heard enough to know I’m ready to buckle down and stick with your for the journey. (And I planned to go catch up on all your old videos)
Anyway I was in the middle of watching this video and I just needed to pause for a sec and send you a virtual hug. I’m gunna go finish watching now lol
Okay you just made me tear up with this sweet comment! 🥹 Thank you so very much for saying all of that, that means the world to me and it means so much to me to have you here supporting me as well. Thank you, thank you, thank you 🩷🩷🩷
So looking forward to the new collections! This year will bring great things! 🎉 ^_^
Don't worry about those negative and hateful people. Sometimes, you just need to associate them with something comical and just laugh. Another thought I had was having an automatic response for some of the common negative messages. Something to educate them with, and if they still feel the need to be nasty, just block them as you said. I wish we could field those comments for you.
You deserve only the best. You are such a sweet person, Emily. Here's to a wonderful new year!! 🎉 ✨️
I’ve started just replying with a link to a page on the Ehlers Danlos awareness site that talks about what it’s like living with EDS and how it affects everything (including the color of your teeth 🤪)
And thank you!! I hope you’ve had a great start to 2024 ☺️
I love your art and it makes me smile to see your notepads and bookmarks sprinkled on my desk! Thank you for all that you do! I hope you have a wonderful vacation!
Awwww why thank you!!! This just put the biggest smile on my face ☺️🩷
You are so beautiful inside and out! I have been binge watching your vlogs recently, from the first one, and I keep finding myself smiling and laughing along with you. Your positive attitude is so infectious and I somehow feel like we are friends! I am so happy for your success and I can't wait to see what 2024 brings you!
Awwww thank you for sharing that with me!! I love that you’re able to enjoy my videos so much and feel like we’re just hanging out together, that’s my ultimate goal! ☺️🩷
It amazes me that people still find it acceptable to comment on people's bodies and appearance, what a ridiculous thing to focus on when there are a million amazing things about you! You are talented, smart, ambitious, accomplished, and so beautiful, inside and out! I love hearing your insights and you already taught me a lot about running a business from this one video alone. I'm so excited for you to crush this next year and accomplish everything you're hoping for! Sending you all my good vibes and positive energy, and wishing you nothing but the absolute BEST in life!!
Thank you SO very much for saying such sweet things, it means the world to me ☺️
And that makes me so so happy to hear you were able to learn a bit more about the business side of things with this video! 🩷
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR SUCCESS IN 2023!
Thank you!! 🥰
I was always told when you bring light to darkness. The darkness will try to take away your light, and Emily do not let them take away the light that God gave you. I just found your channel and it is such a beautiful channel my kids are grown. I do read books but it is something that attracts me to your channel. I can physically see the light in you let your light shine and let no one take that from you and I am so sorry that you had to endure, but I always say it’s always for somebody else that we go through things to help somebody else. I am so happy that you are sharing, your happiness and what you have went through with us because I guarantee you beautiful soul that is for somebody else❤❤
^^^^^THIS 100%! ❤^^^^^
This has to be one of the biggest compliments I’ve ever received. Thank you so much for your sweet words! I appreciate you! 🩷
Happy New Year Emily! Keep smiling, keep being you and keep creating! I love watching your videos and seeing all the amazing things you create! I’m glad I found you on YT this year!
Happy new year!! I’m so grateful to have you here 🩷
You are absolutely adorable!! I enjoy watching you bc you remind me of my cute little niece who is 19 years old. She is smart and ambitious just as you are. Please remember that those nasty people who say horrible things aren't ever a reflection of you. It wholeheartedly is all about them. You are doing amazing, and I feel you have quite a bit of energy. I suffer from an injury that has me very limited, and it depletes my energy as well. So, it goes to show that videos aren't always what we believe they are. Keep your head up, and you will succeed in anything you do. Fyi... your sales are proof of your talent!! Keep up the good work! 😊
Thank you so much for your sweet words! 🥹🩷
You are incredible! I have sooo enjoyed watching your videos this year and can’t wait to see all of your successes going forward!!! 💕💕
Why thank you!!! 🥰🩷🥹
Love your channel Emily!! So glad I found it this year, you have inspired me in my business and you videos make me happy!! You’re beautiful inside and out! ❤❤❤
Thank you so very much for your sweet comment!! 🥹🩷
Sending the best vibes for 2024. 😊😊😊
Thank you!!! Same to you ☺️
Thank you for all your creations, videos, and positive energy! ❤
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You are such an inspiration and pure light. So happy for your achievements. You deserve the best!
Awww thank you!! This just put the biggest smile on my face 🥰
Thanks for the amazing video today and all your other ones as well. Your videos always make me smile and I can’t wait to see more in 2024. You are truly an inspiration.
Aww you’re very welcome!!! Thanks for being here ☺️
I love all of the videos you put out.
I’m so sorry you are facing any kind of negativity from people.
You are so clearly a wonderful beautiful person!
Thank you!! I’m so happy you’re enjoying all of my videos! Thanks for being here! ☺️🩷🩷
nothing but love for you❤❤❤
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I'm so Happy I found you , your art is perfect for me. 🎉🎨💝
Why thank you!!! I’m so happy to have you here 🥹
It makes me so sad that of all the things to focus on in this world, it’s your teeth or body…things you cannot change. My youngest suffers from the same chronic illness…and I shared your channel to them. Your videos inspire me 💕 keep being true to you, and the haters will move on. I love your artwork and your cheery videos. ❤
Thank you for this sweet comment 🩷🩷
You’re doing amazing ❤❤
Thank you 🥹
I was so excited to see your post! Didn't expect to see you until next year! It makes me so sad that you have to deal with mean people so much. I'm glad you've decided to work on shrugging them off. These people who feel the need to belittle others are just ugly inside and out. They're jealous, unhappy, and generally a waste of our time. I'm a firm believer in Karma - let's leave it at that. You, my dear, are perfect just as you are and I will have no problem repeating that however many times you need me to. ❤❤
I ❤️ watching your growth! Can’t wait to learn more from you in 2024.
Thanks for being here! ☺️
I am so disgusted that people have been ugly to you, it's so sad that people have nothing better to do. When you think about it how pathetic that it is that's what their life is focused on, it actually makes me feel sad for them, what an empty life. My boyfriend served in the Navy for 22 years and he says, "I fought for the freedom of speech, but I also fought for the freedom of not having to listen to others opinions" and I always think about that when people are disrespectful like that. Remember that your mental health is number one, and if someone is putting you down, it's okay to block them and protect your safe space. Your personal peace of mind is your most important thing, so protect it! I just started my own small business making tumblers, and constantly on RUclips you see people talking about all the successes they have, and it's nice to see someone be candid and show that it's not all rainbows and butterflies, it reminds me to keep trying, so thank you for that. Also, I know you're a grown adult but I think you are so adorable, I love your content. I hope 2024 is amazing for you Emily! I'm here for it! You got this girl!
Thank you for that much needed reminder!! 🩷🩷 and definitely keep trying! Its most definitely not all rainbows and butterflies that’s for sure, but even with all the road bumps it’s definitely worth it in the end ☺️
I stumbled across your channel during your Vlogmas videos. First of all, I don't see anything wrong with you and anyone who does, can just leave, they don't need to watch. I love watching your videos because of how cheery and upbeat you are. Your videos brighten my day. You are amazing. I hope to place my first order this year.
Thank you so much for your sweet and uplifting comment!! I appreciate it so much 🥰🩷
Hello, all the way from South Africa. i literally found you on RUclips a bit more than a week ago, watched all your videos and this one, where you mentioned all the negative comments, i want to share that you absolutely outshine with your phenomenal talent, all your art is fabulous and you have really inspired me on my path with my small business. i have learned a great ordeal from your Q&A's, thank you for the efforts you put in. one of my inspirational quotes to you for 2024, is: "Don't be pushed around by the fears in your mind, be LED by the DREAMS in your heart." Emily, you are bold, you are brave and you are kind. Keep up the good work. x0 Denise
Hi denise!! Oh how I love that quote, thank you so very much for sharing that with me. I’m going to write that one down 🩷🩷🩷
Emily, you work so hard and I can tell you are such an amazing person! Your small business is absolutely goals for me! You're beautiful and smart and kind and silly and fun! Loved this video hearing about all your goals for 2024! ❤ There's no doubt in my mind that you'll reach all of them!
You are too kind! Thank you for your sweet words! 🥹🩷🩷🩷
Great video Happy new year thanks for sharing .
Happy new year!!
I’m not a big commenter, but I watch every one of your videos. You are such a bright light and so amazing at your art and how you run your business, it’s truly amazing. Congratulations on your growth this year and your engagement 😍 Can’t wait to see what happens for you next you, you deserve every ounce of success. When you smile, I smile 🥰💜
Awww!! Thank you SO much for your sweet words 🥹
New subscriber here! It breaks my heart to hear you talk about the negativity. 🌻 You are beautiful and creative, keep shining your light!
Thank you 🥹 and welcome to my happy little corner of the internet!! I’m so happy to have you here 🥰🩷
I stumbled upon your channel and I am so happy I did! Thank you for being the sweet adorable kind person you are. You've inspired me to move forward with my own small business and I only wish you continued success and happiness!! I look forward to your videos!! Thank you!
Well I am so happy to have you here! Thank you so much for your sweet words 🥹 I’m so so happy to know I’ve been able to inspire you and I wish you the absolute best with your small business!! 🩷
I just found your channel not even 2 weeks ago & I have watched every single video of yours & I’m obsessed! You are so talented and sweet, I just adore you!!! Makes me so sad that people make fun of you and make you feel bad about yourself!! They are just miserable about their own lives & try to bring others down!…. You are beautiful, inside and out, don’t let anyone tell you different!!! 🥰🥰🥰
Well welcome to my channel!! ☺️ thank you so much for your kindness, I appreciate you and am so happy to have you here! 🩷
loved this video :) my motto for next year is "it is what it is" and really focusing on things that I can control and what I can't control. When it comes to sending orders etc I think as long as you are transparent with your shipping times it is totally fine to have longer times. I'd much rather a small business take a bit longer and be honest about it taking a bit longer rather than trying to rush things and missing deadlines. You have done an amazing job and as a fellow spoonie I get a lot of my own motivation from you. I always watch you whilst tidying up or doing other tasks as find your voice really soothing and just positive.
I love that motto!! I think I’m going to have to say that to myself this year too 🩷
I came across your channel two days ago, and I am hooked, I love your art work and your work ethic, keep pressing on chick. Wishing you all the best for the new year.
Thank you so much for being here!! I hope you have a wonderful new year ☺️
@@emilycromwelldesigns Thqnk you!
Emily... YOU ARE ENOUGH! God bless you, sweetheart.
Thank you 🥹🩷
I started following you this year and I love your content. Those negative people and comments are so not worth your time, effort and attention! But clearly you are doing amazing things and achieving amazing feats for you to catch their attention! Keep doing you, Emily!
Thank you so much, i appreciate you!! ☺️
Emily, you’ve been an inspiration to me in the short time that I’ve watched your videos. We don’t know each other but I consider you to be a friend I can listen to and be kept company with. I struggle a lot in life, personally, and you bring me hope in a way. I’ve smiled, laughed and cried at times watching you. 2024 is going to be so good for you and I’m looking forward to watching prosper and grow even more. Take care Emily.
Thank you so much for sharing that with me, I am so thankful to have you here and wish you all the best for 2024! 🩷
I love this entire video. So much so that I’m going to watch it again 🥰 I just adore you and know that 2024 is going to be your biggest year yet!! Keep rocking it friend! xoxo
Also, your teeth are beautiful, your weight is perfect and your art is unmatched - that’s just a fact!
I love you. So so much 🥹😭 I am SO happy we crossed paths last year and can’t even begin to tell you how much I appreciate you! 🩷
I initially guessed 20k bookmarks and I'm blown away and super happy that you sold over 40k! Yay girl! I'm also sending your virtual hugs and I'm sorry that you have to deal with so much negativity. I for one am so happy I stumbled upon your channel because I truly feel you are a genuine kind soul and it definitely shines thru and this world needs more people like you. Keep doing you and I wish you much success in 2024!
I was totally surprised too!! My jaw was on the floor after I totaled up the numbers 🤣
And thank you!! It was a tough year at times that’s for sure…but I’m excited to see what this year brings ☺️
❤wishing you a beautiful, happy, productive, year 2024.❤ Thank you for spreading happiness in the world!❤️
Thank you!! I hope you have an amazing 2024! ☺️
Great 2023 recap. Great to hear about your many successes and achievements. Although it came with some online trolls, don't let it bug you too much. Just think of all the good things you achieved and the positive feedback and don't let them dim your light. Happy New Year to you. May 2024 be a great year for you!❤❤❤
So very true! It was definitely an amazing year that’s for sure ☺️
I absolutely love your videos, Emily, you've inspired me as I'm sure many others. I just wanted to mention that when people take the time out of their day to send you negative messages and comments it says more about who they are than who you are. Like I've always mentioned to friends and family, misery loves company, and when others are just flat-out mean and rude and disguise it as some sort of opinion or truth they feel their need to share It genuinely makes me wonder how bad their lives might be. Anyway...just stopped by to say how much I love your content and I'm looking forward to all that you have to share with us this upcoming year.
Thank you so much for your message, I appreciate it so much and I definitely needed that reminder as we get into the new year 🩷
Emily I just found your channel in November and I just want to say how inspirational you are to me. People are cruel but just remember these comments are from jealousy of your success. Just keep what your doing, and don't let that one comment get you down when you have thousands of people cheering you on.
Thank you so much for your kind words 🥹🩷🩷
Omg where to start. Yes! To the coffee table book. I am so excited for that. Finger crossed you can make it happen. Yes to making everyday bookish merch. So fun! Love the idea for personal business coaching. I think you have a lot to offer in that dept. please please take care of your health first. That is number one priority. Forget the haters and miserable ppl. They will never change. Don’t let them live rent free in your head. So not worth it, believe me. I think a self care theme collection would be so cute and popular. Your channel gives all the feels of happiness and comfort, especially after a hectic day. Love the weighted penguin. Want to get one for my 4 yr old. They are so cute. Thank you for sharing your health situation with us. You have taught me so much about your condition and I hope that you have easier days in the future. I am sure it is very difficult to try and push through all that pain. Emily, you are a beautiful, wholesome, funny, charming, intelligent and talented young lady. Never let anyone make you feel less than. They are losing out on getting to know you. Also, yes for quitting that shop. Who knew it had so many ridiculous regulations. So not worth it and I think streamlining your customer service section would be so wise. I am sure it can get pretty hectic. Happy New Year! May 2024 be just as good or better than 2023. ❤🎉
Thank you so much 🥹 My biggest goal this year is setting work hours for myself so I don’t push myself as hard as I did last year so I’m going to try to stick to that as much as possible! 🩷
And I am SOOOOO excited about both the coffee table book and the coaching…I’ve been starting to plan both of them and I can’t wait to bring both ideas to life 🥹
Oh my gosh, I loved this video! Thank you so much for sharing your story - although you absolutely shouldn't have to explain yourself! You have an amazing business, and a beautiful soul, and that is so apparent to all of us who appreciate you sharing what you do with us! I recently started listening to a podcast called Motivation with Brendan Burchard. If you listen to podcasts and haven't found this one yet, I highly recommend. He focuses so much on you as a high performance person, on building your self esteem, blocking out the "haters", how gossip kills, just so much good stuff on focusing your energy on what really matters, and on your own community and people, and getting rid of the background noise. I'm so glad to hear you're continuing your channel, I get so excited every time I see a red dot next to your channel and know there's a new video out to watch. Sending you all the good vibes for 2024!! Cheers and thank you for all you do xoxo
Thank you so much for the podcast recommendation!! I love podcasts so I will definitely be sure to look that one up and give it a listen ☺️🩷
Emily, you are such a huge inspiration in my life 😊 no matter what people say, you keep growing on your socials and your sales increase and you haven't given up 😊😊😊 that is a true leader, teacher, etc. We need you here to support us. So please be encouraged and keep going. 🙏 I pray for healing in your life, that you will be strong and carry on with your awesome work. Talking about what you are going through encouraged me to be stronger also and not let anything keep me back (its been a struggle for the past few months - got diagnosed with arthritis in my entire spine and I hemorrhage every month). Working in a demanding job is pretty hard in that state. We all have our problems...but you have overcome and build a beautiful business that make alot of people happy 😊 keep going love 💚💚💚
I’m so sorry to hear about your diagnosis and I hope that you’re able to find some comfort, peace and happiness this year despite the hard times 🩷
I appreciate your sweet words so much and am so happy to have you here 🥰
I don’t know how you’re gonna beat this year’s designs!
Honestly I don’t either 🤣🤣🩷
you are such an inspirational woman. Yes the bigger you get the more hate you get baby let them hate!!!!!!!!!!! it only makes you stronger! i watch you i'm inspired and i added to my business and started a youtube channel keep going and know that you don't owe no one any explanations. Keep going queen!!!!!
Thank you so sooooo much for your sweet comment!! 🥹🩷
Keep up the good work Emily. Some people are just mean 😢 and jealous. I just found your channel and love it❤. I’m not a very artistic person, but my daughter-in-law (who works with me) is.I love your art work, even though I’m not a very colorful person😂. I think your art work makes people happy…and that’s a good thing😊. Take care of yourself and good luck in your business.
I've been using youtube for years but this is the first time ever that I've left a comment. I just want you to know that you are so beautiful, wonderful, excellent in every single way, please dont pay attention to haters and don't ever let them put your spirit down. You are so genuinely loved 😍, please keep up the fantastic job and stay lovely.❤❤❤
Thank you so so much for such a kind comment!!! Can’t tell you how much I appreciate it ☺️
Congratulations on so many sales🥳 Truly inspiring!!
And the fact that people feel that they have a right to comment on other people's looks and/or weight is just insane. Must be a lot of insecurity going around when people need to try to put creators online down to try to feel better about themselves😢
Happy New Year!! You are amazing and I love following along on your business journey!✨
Thank you so very much!! I’m so grateful to have you here! 🩷🩷
I have gone through so many planners that I just haven't used! I had more success with the ones I made myself but even then towards the end of the year I just gave up as it just got put down somewhere and then forgotten about. My best organisation item is a wall planner, the massive ones. I put the conventions I do on there so I can see at a glance when I need to start restocking and when I have a gap to breathe. Plus it is sellotaped onto the door so I have to look at it every day!
As a side note, you look great and I love your bubblegum pink vibes!
Ughhh yes haha!! I’m so glad I’m not alone with that 🤣
Hi Emily, i have come across your Videos and I love them very much, i love the way you are so organised and get things done just by your self. You are an amazing lady and please ignore all the nasty comments that people post they, are just jealous, rude and have no life. At the end of the day you achive a lot and have a great business that you work hard for. Ignore the low life comments and people Kama will get them when they are not looking, You are doing the most amazing job and now i have watched all your videos from scratch and love every one of them. You explain everything into detail, and you are a fantastic ARTIST and i love all your work well done. Oh by the way Congratulations on your engagement well done focus on your business and your husband to be an your lovely mum. I can not wait to see more videos be positive and your the best, well deserved in your business and in 2024 ignore every negative comment don't waste your time with them just delete them and move on you are doing a fantastic job. Waiting or more videos hahaha😍😍🤣🤣😂😂
You are too sweet!! Thank you for such a thoughtful and kind comment 🥹 I’m so grateful to have you here 🩷
You are a talented artist, a successful businesswoman and a beautiful person (inside and out) so people get jealous and say very mean things. I apologize for the imbeciles. You are a warrior with a chronic illness producing awesomely happy items that make me smile every time I get a delivery. I’m ecstatic for your success this year! (47,000+ bookmarks🙌🏻) I stand by your goals of setting business working hours, putting where to send order inquiries in your bio and making self-care a priority. You are one person and customers need to practice patience. Congratulations on building your dream studio! I wish you continued success in 2024!💕
Thank you for always being such a bright light for me on every social media platform! 🩷 I appreciate you so so much and am so grateful our paths crossed! ☺️
Well done for a wonderful 2023 Emily. It is very sad when you come across negative and mean commenters, please try to look at it as they are the ones with the problem NOT you. I have a teenage daughter and son and recently we were talking about people on Social media just being mean because they enjoy hurting others and my daughter actually said wow I think there Mum and Dads should hug them more because then they would be happier people. I had to smile at that and thought if only the world was that simple :) Keep smiling, keep working hard and most of all keep enjoying what you do.
Oh how I love that…I agree, I wish it were that simple too ❤️🩹🩷
Congratulations on your successes Emily - your hard work has paid off. I dont know how people can be so mean about your appearance - all I see is a beautiful young lady with a gorgeous successful business. I am so sorry you have so many health issues, I hope 2024 brings some healing for you 🥰 much love from Australia.
Thank you! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate you saying that 🥹
I'm sorry you had to deal with so much negativity this past year. What ever happened to "if you don't have anything nice to say, then don't say anything at all." People can be so hateful anymore. It is nobody's business how much you weigh, if you are eating, etc. Keep doing what you are doing because you know what is right for you. I just wish people would be more sensitive to others and kind because you never know what others are going through. I love your art. I look forward to what next year has to bring for you.
Thank you, it’s baffling some of the comments you receive! 🫠 I appreciate your kind words so very much and am so happy to have you here 🩷
I do the the thumb tacks on a map everytime I make a sale on Etsy.
I just don't understand why some people make it their mission in life to be so hateful. My husband keeps telling me to do a YT channel but I know that those haters are out there and I just don't want to deal with it. My self esteem isn't very high anyway. Just know that we love you, your art and your shop!! Please don't change a thing!!!! Keep the videos coming!!! I had to cut out gluten in 2022 and I have GERD so I do feel your pain. You are beautiful just the way you are!!
Btw....your hair fixed like that is adorable!!
Thank you so much for your positivity and sweet words 🥹🩷
Hi Emily! I know it's easier said than done but I truly hope you can ignore the negative comments (and block those accounts). I am so happy to have found you this year. Your videos have brought me joy each week and it's been so fun to work along side you when I am in my craft room. My daughter sees you and calls you "the pink lady" ❤
Omgggggg being called the pink lady is the biggest compliment!! Especially because one of my favorite movies is grease and I always wanted to be in the pink ladies group 🤣
I think you’re amazing I have EDS I’m 33 and starting a small business soon. To truly hard and I keep getting sick trying to push myself and ache and hurt for days. So try to take it easy. I get envious and angry at myself but accepting it. Well done and keep up the great work
It’s definitely a challenge that’s for sure. 😞 I went to Barnes and noble the other day, was holding 7 books and am still recovering from a severe rib injury from that 🫠
Your are a little beauty inside and out. The negative comments need to be blocked and deleted BEFORE you read them. As soon as you detect negativity usually in the first few words. You’ve got it all ahead in of you to be as big as you chose. Love to you from the start uk. X❤❤❤❤❤
I’ll definitely have to start being more aware of the messages so I can just delete and not give them the time of day 🩷
Well Blees Your Heart!!!!!!!! Thank-you Emily for sharing your ups and downs of 2023. I really enjoyed and appreciated your review of best and not-so best sellers. I also, like the fact that you worked on a bookmark with a colour that is not your fave. Somethings that we don't like others will like, so it was good to hear that you decided to do the St. Patrick's Day bookmarks annnnnd they did well.
As for the ignorant comments, unfortunately there will always be some clowns out there that could have very easily kept scroll, but to make themselves feel accomplished they make a rude comment. Ridiculous. Anyway, I was thinking that maybe you could add a small group of "Awareness Bookmarks" one including your condition that you shared with us with a blurb on that back that describes the Awareness on the bookmark. Or it could be something mentioned on one of your platforms. Trust me I am not trying to add more work (as you mentioned people wanted Sticker Books and the sales weren't there), I was thinking of a positive platform to address and educate. You have educated me of your background. Thank-you. Folks need to take that same negative energy and work on themselves. The only this that I honestly noticed was how big and beautiful your smile is and I love your your laugh. Anyway, I am enjoying your journey and BRAVA!!!!!!!! to you in designing and funding your workspace. That is a hugs pat on the back and a HuG from me. Soooooooooo proud of you. Okay, bring on 2024!!!!!!!!!!! Yay, for Puff the Penguin.
What a great idea about the awareness bookmark!! I was thinking I wanted to plan something for Ehlers Danlos awareness month this year so I just may have to do that! ☺️ and thank you for all your sweet and kind words, they seriously mean so much to me and I appreciate you so much 🩷🩷
It takes courage to be so transparent and vulnerable - honestly this was a valuable coaching vid in itself !! Im disheartened at the hate and jealousy out there but I so appreciate you sharing - I’m in my mid 40’s and I don’t have half your courage. Im
Sorry for your physical Struggles - unfortunately I think that is something only other people that have experienced and struggled with similar exhaustion can empathize with (I can empathize!) - I can really see a support space for that!! Also while other small business owners may look like they’re accomplishing more I do believe life flows in seasons and who knows they may have other struggles that aren’t so obvious.
Im just so grateful for the joy and life you bring to this channel. I hope you don’t feel like you must be “happy” all the time -
I think the bright colors you use, your amazing art, even the touches like the penguin !!! All add to the joy of your channel and hopefully can buoy you up on the days you aren’t feeling it - we are all human ! ❤ just sending so much love and support !
And ps. Tik tok shop sounds ridiculous - I’ve heard other ridiculous stories on it. After this I’ve decided I won’t be on that platform either. It’s great to Hear you feel freeer moving on - you’re doing what works for you and that’s what counts! Being your authentic self ! Happy new years !
One more thing: you might want to look into something called Active Pure Technology - it’s cutting edge air filters also used on the international space station- their business has exploded since Covid - in hospitals restaurants homes- they even sell small mini units for your car!! This might be a solution with your chronic illness and hiring staff- maybe the person or persons could come on a day your mom works (and you don't so there's minimal exposure - you could still face time in etc - at the end of the day you run your active pure system totally sanitize and clean the air in your studio before you return. just a thought - im not affiliated with in any way, just a fan of their technology.
Thank you so soooo much for your sweet comment and supportive words! I can’t tell you how much I appreciate it and you! ☺️
I really enjoy your videos. Please don’t take everything to heart. If they are making it their goal to go after your appearance that says more about them, than who you are. If they actually took a moment to research information about you, they would realize they should be kind. I have a sign in my house that says “Be nice or go away”. My son is very thin because of food allergies, many many foods, he hears it from other people that he should eat more and it bothers him. I’m so sorry. You art is beautiful and fluffy and happy. Don’t let thing dampen your spirit. You are in my prayers. ❤
Thank you so much for your kind message 🩷🩷 and I’ve never had anyone describe my art as fluffy until now and that just put the BIGGEST smile on my face 🥹 fluffy is actually my favorite word so that’s perfect haha 🥰🩷
Emily, you are beautiful and your joy and happiness shine through your smile and eyes. Screw all the haters! Honestly, that's one thing that holds me back from starting a small business RUclips channel.... my self-esteem. I feel like I would be attacked for my crooked teeth, gray hair (thanks genetics) and weight. It's really sad that anyone even has to feel that way though. You are doing so amazing and are such an inspiration!
I agree with you, it’s sad that we have to feel hesitant to post online for fear of all the mean comments 😞. I will say though that I’ve found for every mean comment, there’s hundreds of kind and amazing ones that are there to lift you up 🩷 if you do decide to do a channel, I think you’ll end up loving it!! Its so much fun ☺️
Take your power back!!! They are just mad it take a lot for a persone to put themselves out there and do what you do.. I love your videos and u are funny and talented!!!!! Keep it going!!!! You are a powerful woman!!!! ❤❤❤
Thank you so very much 🥹
I rarely make comments. You are beautiful and genuine. As a mom with a daughter who has the exact issues that you have, I fully understand your limits and health issues. People who make comments about you personally are just annoyed with themselves. Sometimes the answer is as simple as that. You are a doer and sometimes people that hate, are not. They don't understand the hard work it takes to design and run a business. Please take care of yourself mentally and physically. Don't allow yourself to become sick because of people who are self-centered and have no direction in life. (My comments and thoughts) Reasonable people who love your product will wait for the order. Continue on your path, you have a wonderful talent and business sense.
Thank you so very much for this sweet comment 🩷🩷 I hope your daughter is doing okay too!
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HI EMILY LOVE YOU ALL THE TIME GREAT JOB ALOT OF PEOPLE DON'T HAVE THE STRENGHT YOU HAVE TO DO WHAT YOU DO LOVE YOU ALWAYS THANK YOU
Thank you so so much!! I appreciate you!! ☺️
Good for you for making this video! Looking back and reflecting is always helpful. It always makes me wanting to do better 😊. And congrats on the in total around 14K orders (Etsy & Shopify) this year, that's amazing! That's almost 40 orders a day, which is awesome 💪🏼 Will international shipping with your Shopify shop also be a goal for 2024? I think that will be smart to do since your audience is growing 😊
It’s definitely something I want to look into for Shopify yes!
Why is it the rudest people are the ones hiding behind the "freedom of speech" excuse? Anyway forget them, no one will remember them if that's all they contribute to the world. Thank you for this video with a little bit of a peek behind the scenes on how the past year went and your thought process along with it. I've only been following for a month or so but I'm finding your videos very inspirational. I do feel for you with your predicament in regards to having more help with your orders. I imagine it's tricky to know how to scale your business when you have to be so careful. (not that you have to scale if you don't want to.) Congrats on having such a successful year and here's to the next. :)
Thank you!! It’s definitely challenging once your business starts to grow and trying to make the best decisions to help it continue to grow. It’s been a learning experience that’s for sure!
Dear Emily, your arts are gorgeous and I believe you are a wonderful person. if you can please don’t listen to negative people, they project their own insecurities to other people. Just block from the first second you see any negative word from them, or ask/hire someone to moderate comments before you can read them. Hope 2024 will bring more success, health and happiness to you and your loved ones.
Thank you so much!! And I’ll definitely just be blocking any negativity in 2024, we don’t have time for that this year! 😅 I hope you’ve had a great start to the new year!
I am happy you are plannng on working your schedule around your health and easing your stess. 😊 your body also need rest honey...so schedule in some rest times.
Yes!! That’s going to be a big goal of mine this year ☺️
Happy New Year! Let's have a wonderful and profitable 2024!!
Yes yes yes! I hope you have a wonderful start to the new year ☺️
I feel your pain, I have sickness to with foods from having food allergies and IBS-D. I also have diabetes which has deteriorated my body. I have watched how much you have accomplished and it is so inspiring and helps motivate me. I sew for my business and some days I can’t run my machine.
I’m sending you all the goods and healing vibes 🩷🩷🩷 I’m sorry you have so many struggles too 🩷
Hi Emily, all the very best for 2024 🎉 you’ll rock it too.❤
its brave of you everytime talking about all the odds it so common every where people judging other’s life that they forget to be kind i was malnutrition thin people use to comment then i got treated now i am potentially a bit overweight still people comment so it’s never ending its just me who now deal with it in a different way i ignore them people who loves me loved me in both the phases that’s matter the most i know sometimes we are just low in energy and if someone attacks then it gets through no matter how high you kept your gaurds but more power to you i have adored you from the day 1 i started watching your videos your art, you and your innocent smile everything is pure joy ❤😊wish you all the very best for the future and how are you doing saw you insta stories how you’re feeling now?
Thank you so much for this sweet comment!! And thanks for being here 🥹🩷 I’m still in quite a bit of pain, my left rib and chest and shoulder muscles got injured pretty badly from just carrying books 😅 so I’ve been taking it easy the past few days but getting slightly better with each day 🩷
@@emilycromwelldesigns oh my god take care and get well soon❣️may God help you with healing