I was so happy when Miss Kati at The Finer Things told me about the decor8 mention in the summer issue of Stationery Trends magazine. The article, "To Blog or Not to Blog" featured helpful blogging advice from the talented ladies behind Creature Comforts, One Good Bumblebee and The Finer Things. A few blogging points mentioned include: write what you are truly passionate about, remain authentic in how you present yourself and your work, and say what you mean -- don't lose your voice because you worry about others (though there is such a thing as blog etiquette so it may be a good idea to not trash a competitor or fellow blogger). All of these ladies author blogs that are "real" but also professional (they are business ladies with online stores) and though their words are uncensored, they are sincere and captivating -- their content makes you want to come back for more.

And while it's great to talk about your business, don't make your work the entire focus of your blog. Ez from Creature Comforts has a great tip for bloggers, "Don't make it about the products...It's easy to tell if a blog is forced, and it quickly becomes obvious over time." I have to agree with Ez, I'd much rather learn about the inspiration behind the work.

In this article decor8 is mentioned alongside Design*Sponge, Print + Pattern, Poppytalk, Design Crush, Design for Mankind, Hostess with the Mostess, Tastefully Entertaining, Style Me Pretty and Design is Mine.

I'd like to thank Stationery Trends and writer Christienne de Tournay Birkhahn for this special article. If you'd like to read it, please visit The Finer Things, she has it posted on her blog.

(image from stationery trends)