tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post641963305502744082..comments2023-11-05T06:23:41.645-05:00Comments on Pure Style Home: More Design Business Stuff...Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger21125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-1588020928405743082013-01-24T21:51:07.358-05:002013-01-24T21:51:07.358-05:00Considering moving to Studio Webware. Glad to hear...Considering moving to Studio Webware. Glad to hear Katie D has been using it!Linda Merrillhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07484402027814646865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-25160189490820831662013-01-18T14:33:28.418-05:002013-01-18T14:33:28.418-05:00Great post Lauren! I have actually taken Kimberley...Great post Lauren! I have actually taken Kimberley's BoD course...it's really informative. I think Design Blogging is an education in itself!! <br />Thanks,<br /><br />MMichellehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02677523077030329256noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-48346756599318781312013-01-18T12:50:09.903-05:002013-01-18T12:50:09.903-05:00Hi Lauren! I always love to check in and see how y...Hi Lauren! I always love to check in and see how your business is going! I have been using Studio IT software for my busniess for years, but it was a PC based software and I had changed to MAC for everything else a long time ago.....so inconvenient to have to use two different computer formats! So I was thrilled when Studio IT came out with Studio Webware last year! Now I can use the software from ANY device....my MAC desktop, my laptop, mu iPhone, iPad....you name it! I could, in theory, also have employees or outside consultants access the program from their own office or from home. A whole new way of doing business! NOW....I just have to learn how to DO everything! It is a bit different than the previous software, but same concept....enter data once for everything from specification to invoicing and reports. SO cool.<br /><br />Thanks for the intro to Julia. I am going to look her up and see if there are things I could use some help with.<br /><br />I do have one questions for you! I would love to learn the process you went through to start your textile product line. Your textiles are great and I would also love to know how to get samples! I will check your website to see if there is info there.<br /><br />Love your aesthetic and look forward to lots more inspiration!<br /><br />Best,<br /><br />Katie Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-82915456638868591822013-01-18T03:54:47.366-05:002013-01-18T03:54:47.366-05:00Thanks for sharing Lauren. Would love to hear how...Thanks for sharing Lauren. Would love to hear how fast and easy the learning process goes. I'm so not a techy either, and the stigma that 'creatives' tend to be poor book keepers rings very true for me. My muscles just tense up at the thought of a changeover, so I'll be curious to see how it goes for you. It sounds really good. Would be curious to know how much time you devote to it each week or day. <br />A Lifestyle Thinghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02918512483453947005noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-78584105132136659422013-01-17T16:01:27.752-05:002013-01-17T16:01:27.752-05:00Ummm, for the record, do you remember me telling y...Ummm, for the record, do you remember me telling you about Studio Webware?? ;-) Just kidding, Lauren! I'm excited that you are excited about making the switch! I've been talking off and on to Molloy as well, so I may be right there with you ... traci zeller designshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06419672530384578167noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-60614121376821952642013-01-17T01:54:18.025-05:002013-01-17T01:54:18.025-05:00Lauren- My jewelry and design studio does not have...<b>Lauren</b>- My jewelry and design studio does not have as many steps as yours. Quickbooks manages me well. <br /><br />There is a lot of complexity in interiors work, and it so interesting to hear about! Interiors seems a twin to when I was in architecture, which gets complex crazy easily with all the different people involved... <br /><br />Looking forward to what you will be writing!<br /><br /><b>Loretta</b>Loretta Fontaine (EcoHappy Blog)https://www.blogger.com/profile/07267859119744984172noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-5392661773641051352013-01-16T19:21:31.828-05:002013-01-16T19:21:31.828-05:00Awesome post! And I love your blog:)
Check out my ...Awesome post! And I love your blog:)<br />Check out my blog:)<br /><br />theprintedsea.blogspot.comAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16569341705371319685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-10732080142801504742013-01-16T14:13:32.047-05:002013-01-16T14:13:32.047-05:00Lauren - Anything to help streamline and simplify ...Lauren - Anything to help streamline and simplify the process to free up more of our time is invaluable! I love when you post about how you run your business...Thank you for sharing with us!<br />xo- rebeccaRebecca Gibbshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03537091053143282875noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-12759406881551277802013-01-16T10:43:43.593-05:002013-01-16T10:43:43.593-05:00Oh, also @ Design Camp. We're learning how to...Oh, also @ Design Camp. We're learning how to work with contractors! A designer/contractor will be there to show us her point of view. Should be so enlightening! I'll have to share what I came away with.Tawnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01439957874048248517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-53436970595863370072013-01-16T10:38:18.814-05:002013-01-16T10:38:18.814-05:00I, too, love seeing how you work through business ...I, too, love seeing how you work through business issues. I love the phone consultation to see if you can work with the client. In the beginning, we're so hungry for work that we take anything, and while I've been very lucky with my clients, I've also been on the verge of "not being the right fit" I guess you could say. I'm writing these steps down and going to check through them when the next project comes along. I'll also be attending Design Camp in Atlanta with Traci, and they will be talking about software there. I'm beginning to think this will be the year of "learning business" for me. And why not? I'm basically just starting out, so it could be the perfect time to switch to software other than QB.<br />Have a great day!<br />TawnaTawnahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01439957874048248517noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-14498516458193713242013-01-16T08:28:38.562-05:002013-01-16T08:28:38.562-05:00Truly love your advice on the business side of thi...Truly love your advice on the business side of things Lauren...finding the right set up for keeping things organized is tricky, hope we'll hear more about this new bit! Hope all is well! Jenny Castle Designhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10612462315529027156noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-72782288804552644422013-01-16T08:25:07.576-05:002013-01-16T08:25:07.576-05:00Would love to have an update of how the house reno...Would love to have an update of how the house renovation is going!!Vashti C.https://www.blogger.com/profile/15487796437674115595noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-63608331454961532792013-01-16T02:09:09.278-05:002013-01-16T02:09:09.278-05:00I use studiowebware and LOVE it!! Ofcourse it'...I use studiowebware and LOVE it!! Ofcourse it'll take some getting used to but once you get the hang of it it's so user friendly. And clients are always impressed with my estimates, invoices, etc. You'll love it!! Can't wait to hear what else you learn.<br />xoxo<br />RachelAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-53387409669897258812013-01-15T21:05:27.639-05:002013-01-15T21:05:27.639-05:00I haven't used this software, but I have used ...I haven't used this software, but I have used something similar. Such a time saver. Ours transposed info for proposals and po's and client letters, etc. And figured tax and all that stuff. Design Manager. That was the name of it. You will love havig software, and it is an investment that will pay for itself in the time you save.Dandyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02048326517764291061noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-72198531225025740032013-01-15T16:46:54.947-05:002013-01-15T16:46:54.947-05:00Looking forward to hearing more about your experie...Looking forward to hearing more about your experience with Julia. I have Studiowebware and still have a hard time figuring it out! May have to look into her services as well. Thanks for sharing, Lauren!Mariannehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09715793475833188391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-8021111290071024332013-01-15T14:54:10.783-05:002013-01-15T14:54:10.783-05:00ok so this is the 3rd time Ive come across a desig...ok so this is the 3rd time Ive come across a designer recommending this software. hmmmm must be a sign. I guess my reasons for not moving forward with it -is the size of my business- Ive only been full time with this for a little over a year and of course running myself ragged trying to keep up. After reading your post I most definitely will be looking into this further.<br />And please keep us posted on how you like it as you move forward. <br />Cheers!Amandahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17984411828925652326noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-45373145328499881832013-01-15T13:03:33.941-05:002013-01-15T13:03:33.941-05:00Lauren,
I'm the opposite of your mom because w...Lauren,<br />I'm the opposite of your mom because when I see the "All Business" warning on your posts, I can't wait to devour everything you've written. Thank you so much for all that you share about your business. I wonder how you find the time to be so thorough with all that you do share, but I am truly grateful. Don't stop! I go back to your business posts constantly to redirect myself, learn, and reflect about my business. Thank you for taking the time; you really are inspiring and so helpful. I deeply hope that you reap the rewards for everything you're willing to share. I hope it comes back to you in excess! :) Lisa @ cook street interiorsAnonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02379670232563517802noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-38177374356359137632013-01-15T12:55:52.716-05:002013-01-15T12:55:52.716-05:00Thank you for sharing. I have been considering a ...Thank you for sharing. I have been considering a switch to Studio Webware from QB for years. Moving 15 years of info seems so daunting! <br />Headed to check out Malloy management. <br /><br />So true I bet 10% is design 90% hand holding and bookkeeping.Holly Phillips @ The English Roomhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01323179660350775214noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-53368236535931461652013-01-15T12:06:25.658-05:002013-01-15T12:06:25.658-05:00Laurne,
You are certainly an inspiration to many ...Laurne,<br /><br />You are certainly an inspiration to many even those of us not in the design world. Your spirit, kindness and willingness to follow your dreams is something to aspire to.<br /><br />I am happy to see that you are continuing to live and work in such a beautiful manner.<br /><br />Have a wonderful week, Elizabeth<br /><br />P.S. So sorry to hear about your mothers friend Linda, she seems like a beautiful spirit. <br /><br />Also, congratulations on Luxe.Elizabeth@ Pine Cones and Acornshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06044933540074342177noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-6633093240960391062013-01-15T12:03:21.266-05:002013-01-15T12:03:21.266-05:00I'm excited to follow your journey with studio...I'm excited to follow your journey with studiowebware! I'm just starting my own design business and am currently taking the Sheffield Int. Design course as well. You're an inspiration! <br /><br />Jen<br />athomeinthenorthwestblog.com<br />Jen Gildayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03451118875806517059noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8030308239398272700.post-19017294357839741352013-01-15T11:19:40.095-05:002013-01-15T11:19:40.095-05:00Lauren- You are such an inspiration. All of my re...Lauren- You are such an inspiration. All of my resolutions/goals for 2013 revolve around my business and I'm so thankful for these last two posts. I bookmarked Julia's website after your last post and I'm really looking forward to hearing about your experience.<br /><br />As far as the business round table--what about a *private* Facebook group? That way we could all bounce ideas around without clients and friends being able to see our conversations. Just a thought.<br /><br />Thank you for all you do! <br />AbbyAbby M. Interiorshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/02168961928940996211noreply@blogger.com