Author Archives: MacNessa

Spring has Sprung, Autumn has hit

In the northern hemisphere right now, the weather is warming, barbeques are being readied, hot tub covers are being opened, and there is a sense of optimism in the air, that has more to do with rising temperatures (for most) … Continue reading

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Women in Stock Illustrations

Look at this totally cute stock illustration I found … © Photographer: 9lives | Agency: Dreamstime.com There is quite a lot of stock illustration out there, and particularly of women, but it never fails to amuse me how many of … Continue reading

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Feeling Super Crafty

Last night I was setting up, packing, and decorating 30 party packs for my youngest childs birthday at school today. It was the stuff of blogging dreams, everything was color co-ordinated, and looked super fabulous. I had even designed really … Continue reading

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How are your levels?

It never ceases to amaze me at the things I can learn on the internet. I recently had my hormone levels checked through a blood test, as part of a routine health check up.  As a hypothyroid sufferer, I’m generally … Continue reading

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Would you ever turn down freelance work?

The old saying amongst freelancers is, “Never turn down work, you never know when things are going to go quiet.” I used to say that too. But it’s become apparent to me, that it’s not entirely correct. So when is … Continue reading

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Personalized Sweatshirts

I *love* the idea of being able to order sweatshirts that can be personalized! So often I see a cool sweatshirt, only to discover it has some kind of hideous graphic on the back. It’s awesome to be able to … Continue reading

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GPS Tracking Devices

I still don’t own a GPS tracking device. I can hardly believe that I have resisted the urge to have one this long. Maybe because I’ve lived in the same place for the last 34 years (give or take a … Continue reading

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In the Market

So…I will be in the market for a new flat screen TV soon. Having already settled the LED/LCD/Plasma debate, it now continues as to how to best display the new device when it finally enters our household. My favored method … Continue reading

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Taking Risks as a Freelancer

Do you take risks as a freelancer? Does the fact that you are a freelancer automatically prevent you from risk taking? Example: do you not worry about contracts when dealing with clients, because you’re more interested in the design part … Continue reading

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Conflicts of Interest

As a freelancer, are your opinions regarding doing work for clients for which there is a conflict of interests, stronger or weaker? Let me define what I mean as a conflict of interest. I mean doing work for a client … Continue reading

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