Why I Newsletter & Maybe You Could, Too!

I started writing my newsletter because I so enjoy the ones I receive from others in the sewing and crafting world, and because it's an opportunity for me to talk to all of you each month even when my blog might be a little lacking in big fancy finishes (this mom thing really devours my free time! ; )

​Before I started, I wasn't quite sure how to begin or what to say, and for months I mulled over making the leap. Then I saw Abby Glassenberg (of While She Naps) was teaching an Email Marketing Jumpstart course that paired perfectly with Mailchimp which I'd been using for blog updates, and I immediately jumped. You might know Abby from her podcast (she interviews creatives and industry leaders, and recorded live from QuiltCon 2017) or another of her myriad hats - author, editor, pattern designer, Craft Industry Alliance co-founder - but I originally stumbled upon her through her really helpful posts about blogging and business. Signing up for her class was an easy choice since I love all the tips she's shared over the years. She's always clear, concise, and knowledgeable, and this class was no exception. ​I went from watching the first lesson to hitting send on my first newsletter in four days - Abby made it that simple!

Check out Abby's class to see if it could work for you! ​​

So if you like what you're receiving from me, I'd love to hear from you! Hit "reply" anytime to respond to my newsletter with your questions or feedback. And if you're running a business (doesn't have to be sewing!) or even just want to send the best family/school reunion updates ever, a newsletter format is definitely worth exploring. 

P.S. BBD newsletter subscribers receive an email from me the first week of each month full of links to tutorials, patterns & timely topics in the quilt community, plus recent happenings at BBD, including finishes, freebies & my latest giveaway. 

​Not sure if it's for you? Click to read my most recent April & May messages
and then decide if you'd like more great monthly content! ​

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