Mom thinks maybe I could make a living at this, hehe, I guess I just need to find the companies that want to pay me :)
Guy Makes $83K a Year Wearing a T-Shirt
Here's a creative solution to the economic downturn -- let people pay you to wear their swag.
Jason Sadler, 26, sells companies the opportunity for him to wear their company's shirt for a day. He charges what he calls "face value", meaning January 1st costs $1 and December 31st costs $365. It might not sound like a ton of cash, but it adds up to $66,795 on a sold out calendar. He then sells monthly sponsorships adding upwards of $18,000 to his take home.
It may seem like one of those ridiculous ideas that would never actually work, but last year Jason made $83,000. According to BLS.gov, the average US take home was $32,000.
The rest of the article here.
Friday, November 6, 2009
Making $$ Wearing Clothes
Smith Gallery Giveaway!
I can't wait to start taking pictures to enter in these giveaways from the Smith Gallery!! EMILY IS SO TALENTED AND I KNOW RYAN AND I WOULD BE HONORED TO WIN ONE OF THEIR BASKETS!!
Check out the post here (and be sure to enter yourself!!)!!
TOMS News from Africa
The CBS Evening News recently joined TOMS Chief Shoe Giver Blake Mycoskie in Southern Ethiopia, a region where TOMS gives shoes to children at risk for a debilitating disease called Podoconiosis.
The segment, which aired on Wednesday October 28th on CBS Evening News with Katie Couric, was led by reporter Daniel Sieberg who met up with Mycoskie in Sodo to learn about TOMS giving efforts in the region.
Mycoskie, once a contestant on CBS' adventure reality show The Amazing Race, touched on his approval of the title "social entrepreneur," a person able to translate their entrepreneurial spirit and drive into positive change and social responsibility. The One for One business model will have made it possible for TOMS to give away 300,000 pairs of shoes by year's end.
TOMS has been giving shoes in Ethiopia since 2008, and now Friends of TOMS, the non-profit arm of TOMS shoes, is working to support treatment of those affected by Podoconiosis. Podo develops from long term exposure to a collection of minerals found in the soil, causing extreme swelling of the legs, discomfort, and creating negative social stigmas. However, this disease is preventable with proper footwear and basic hygiene. By giving shoes and supporting treatment programs to those at-risk or suffering from Podoconiosis, TOMS and Friends of TOMS are making positive strides in the lives of the people in these communities.
More of the article here.
Thursday, November 5, 2009
Jones Soda
Tofurkey and Gravy Soda? Jones Soda Releases Holiday Flavors
Hey vegetarians -- guess what? This year, you don't have to be the only one adopting turkeys and commiserating over tofu and broccoli. Jones Soda feels your meat-free pain and this year, the kooky soda company is offering their newest holiday-inspired flavor: Tofurkey and Gravy.
This is far from the first unique flavor Jones Soda has come out with. Previous flavors have included (but are not limited to) Pea, Sweet Potato, Dinner Roll, Antacid, Green Bean Casserole, Fruitcake and, of course Turkey and Gravy.
According to BevNET.com, Joth Ricci, president and CEO of Jones Soda is a fan of the new flavor. She notes, "While many think that eating turkey is the only way to celebrate Thanksgiving, we at Jones Soda suggest that this year you try something new and toast the noble bird with a cold bottle of Tofurky and Gravy."
The rest of the article here.
New TV
Now that the World Series is done our Thursday night shows are back on :) New Bones and The Office tonight!!
Bones - The Tough Man in the Tender Chicken
When the mutilated remains of a local chicken farmer set to inherit a chicken factory farm aggressively protested for inhumane living conditions and animal cruelty are discovered on the bank of a nearby river, the Jeffersonian team is brought in on the case. The team must question the farmer's many enemies, including extremist animal-rights activists and bitter neighbors, in order to solve the case. Meanwhile, Angela is bothered by the farm's practices and launches her own animal-rights campaign.
The Office - Double Date
Jim and Pam are out of excuses and have no choice but to go out with Michael and Helene. Meanwhile, Dwight is strangely doing nice things for everyone in the office.
Kelli Murray's Art
I LOVE Kelli's art! She sent an email yesterday about some of her pieces of sale, so I thought I would share it as well.
http://www.etsy.com/shop/KelliMurrayArt
I recently listed a new print for sale titled "Bride to Be".......i guess i have been a bit inspired by wedding stuff lately! As my wedding day is in two weeks!!
It is available here:
http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=33823760
Take a look at the other prints available as well.....there may be something you like.
Also, I have some old original paintings that i have discounted. If you are interested in one of these....send me an email and we can talk about it. (price is negotiable on certain pieces)
Or you can simply purchase it through ETSY and send me a message that way.
TRUE FRIEND - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24637912
WHISPERS OF HOPE - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24636817
OWL FEATHERS - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=32283470
ARRR - http://www.etsy.com/view_listing.php?listing_id=24635650
Thanks so much for the support!
Much Love,
Kelli
