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The Morning After: A Post-Mixer Match Guide

Posted on August 18, 2011 by Isaac | 2 Comments

Editor’s Note: Many thanks to Bettie Newell for her photos from the evening. Be sure to check out her blog, Little Paper Cities. For an ordered list of the retailer stations, see the end of the article.

by Deenie Wallace of Jubilant Glass & Art

The night of the Mixer Match came and went in a cacophony of new people, ideas and possibilities. Afterwards, you either teetered on the verge of sleep through the night, replaying each exciting moment in your head—or fell asleep instantly from complete exhaustion. Now that the expectations of what could be have met reality, it’s time to face the light of a new day. Taking time to reflect after an intense night with I Heart Art: Portland offers new and useful insight on your handmade business.

Marti Emmons describes her jewelry to Seasons Koll, owner of Presents of Mind on SE Hawthorne. Photo: Bettie Newell

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Mixer Match is Around the Corner: Participants, Open Networking and More

Posted on August 12, 2011 by Isaac | 1 Comment

We’re less than a week away from our third round of fast-paced speed-networking, and all the pieces are falling into place. The ever-gracious Design Within Reach studio in the Pearl District is hosting our event once again, and it is one heck of a beautiful venue. Who could ask for more than 20 mini-living rooms in one space for professional networking?

The vendor list is full up and the waiting list is queued, but that doesn’t mean that the average artist can’t benefit from this unique event. The first-floor casual networking is free and open to all, so even if you didn’t make it into the speed rounds upstairs, you can still come and meet talented artists, our line-up of Superstars, and maybe even grab a minute or two of your own with one of the shop owners.

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Elevator Pitch Primer: 8 Things To Keep in Mind

Posted on August 11, 2011 by Isaac | 1 Comment

by Alicia Nagel, Brand Identity and Graphic Designer

An elevator pitch tells someone what you do in as few words as possible while piquing as much interest as possible. Here’s an example:

I make and sell handmade jewelry on Etsy under the name Lotus Adornments. Recently my work has been featured in Willamette Week’s Style section and was spotted being worn by Chloe Sevigny. Each piece is handmade by me in sterling silver or copper and is a die-cast replica of something precious found in nature like a seed pod or shell. This process reveals the unexpected beauty found in nature and encourages people to look closer at the world around them. It’s a good combination of modern yet feminine style—a look that lets you be sophisticated even when dressing down.

Would you like a card? You can see some of my work on my website. I have some new designs on there for Fall.

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Crafting Connections: The Mixer Match Way

Posted on August 9, 2011 by holdentees | Leave a comment

How to make the most of the I Heart Art: Portland Mixer Match speed-networking event.

Our upcoming Mixer Match event is one of our most popular, successful and fun events. For those makers participating, we know nerves can get the best of you. Compressing your story into thirty seconds can be daunting. That’s why we are excited to bring a little “insider information” to the forefront.

Deenie Wallace has been a regular at I Heart Art workshops and events, and has participated in both the Retail Mixer Match for her lampwork glass and in the Gallery Mixer Match for her art. Energized by her experiences, she offered up this article to help Mixer Match participants better prepare for the upcoming event, offering important tips to make the most out of a fast-paced experience.

By Deenie Wallace of Jubilant Glass & Art

You are a handmade artist, which also makes you a small business owner. Being a handmade artist would be so simple, if it meant simply creating art. However, if you want to support yourself on your art—you have to figure out how and where to sell it. I Heart Art’s Mixer Match is a wonderful opportunity for promoting the growth of your handmade business.

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