Tuesday, June 9, 2009

Advertising...not for the faint at heart!


Today I had the pleasure of having an advertising consultant come to my home and discuss all the various advertising possibilities within the "Metro" newspaper!

Needless to say, the first 30 minutes, she did nothing more than ramble on about statistics!

Had it not been for my husband who brought me a cup of coffee...I would have fallen asleep while sitting!

I was merely interested in numbers...the bottom line! How much is it going to cost me and my family to place a MICROBIAL ad in that newspaper???

Imagine, over 300,000.00 people pick up and read that newspaper DAILY! The numbers are phenominal to say the least, but when it came down to the nitty gritty...I simply braced myself, as I knew it wasn't going to be pretty!
An ad, say 2" x 1" will run me $150.00 before taxes for ONE DAY!!! If I wanted anything a little bigger or featured on their "Mode" pages...I was looking at having to fork out over $500.00 for a little 2" x 2" ad!!!
She asked me how I was getting the word out about MBBM and I flat out told her: "The cheapest way I know how...by opening my mouth and telling people about it!"
Facebook, KIJIJI, Craig's List, you name it! If it's free...I will post there!

Many friends of mine have given me so many great ideas, on how to proceed in getting my company out there. I simply have to process all the information that I was given and use whichever method I can, with whatever financial means I have at my disposition (which equals to not much right now).
I have to be realistic and use a bit of common sense right now! I will not and cannot place my family's well being in jeopardy for a business that may or may not take off!

Money comes and goes, but my family will always come first...no matter what!
So BIG TIME advertising will have to wait!
I am in no way desperate to have my life change dramatically, or overnight, as I am happy just the way things are.
My children are healthy, we have a roof over our heads and food in the fridge...

This is all that matters!

Monday, June 8, 2009

Sterling Silver Plated Multi-Loop Swarovski Crystal Bracelet


What can I say except: "WOW!"
This bracelet is a real show stopper! It sparkles like real diamonds, yet they aren't!
Made with genuine Swarovski Crystals (as all our crystals are) this bracelet is sure to make you the envy of all your friends!
Only one place to find it though...MBBM!
This bracelet could be reproduce in multiples for brides, bride's maids or as bridal shower gifts!
Order now!

Sterling Silver Turquoise Loop Earrings


These earring were made to match the previously posted turquoise necklace! Quite the gorgeous combination! Absolutely stunning!
These earrings, as well as the necklace below, will soon be available for sale online at MBBM!
Please be sure to keep checking our Handmade Collection!
Many new arrivals yet to come!

Sterling Silver Plated Swarovski Crystal Bracelet


This bracelet is absolutely stunning! It measures 8" and it has such a nice smooth feel to it! When you wear it, it's almost as is you have nothing on!
This lovely bracelet will also be available online shortly.
Please keep checking MBBM's Handmade Collection for new arrivals!
This bracelet could be reproduce in multiples for brides, bride's maids or as bridal shower gifts!
Order now!

Sterling Silver Plated Swarovski Crystal Bracelet


This beautiful bracelet will soon be posted on MBBM's Handmade Collection page!
This bracelet could be reproduce in multiples for brides, bride's maids or as bridal shower gifts!
Order now! To ensure your order gets processed in a timely fashion!
For last minute rushes...please contact me!
I work very well under pressure! :o)

Sunday, June 7, 2009

Sterling Silver Plated Tribal Necklace


MBBM is pleased to introduce this new piece to their collection...


Please let us know what you think?




MBBM's New Blog!

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We are pleased to have launched MBBM's own blog!



Here we will be able to post pictures of upcoming jewelry designs, before they hit the main stream! You will be able to give your own opinion on each piece as it is posted!



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