tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906196.post4565871220741238015..comments2023-10-02T10:14:17.451-04:00Comments on BlueJude Musings: A New Endeavor?PennyBluehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/14151206165072459120noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906196.post-60738326963848932008-04-30T07:42:00.000-04:002008-04-30T07:42:00.000-04:00Yes, this sounds like a wonderful idea. It could ...Yes, this sounds like a wonderful idea. It could also be kind of an art gallery when not doing classes! Just a thought.FAQhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14978290175614166871noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906196.post-69264000076345254382008-04-27T23:50:00.000-04:002008-04-27T23:50:00.000-04:00I posted a very long winded comment that blogger a...I posted a very long winded comment that blogger ate up! so I'll keep it simple. What a wonderful idea! Go for it! Business plans are really helpful.<BR/><BR/>I taught a bit as well and one thing that worked well was offering art classes of different durations. Having a range of 4 week, 6 week and 8 week themed classes was great. Some parents like the idea of a short program, as a little taste into art. Often they'll book their children into longer ones later. Good luck, I'm sure you'll do great, how exciting!Ellenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06424592942558764840noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906196.post-56185690669939040122008-04-22T11:26:00.000-04:002008-04-22T11:26:00.000-04:00I could feel your excitement through the post. It ...I could feel your excitement through the post. It sounds like a great idea. I have no business advice to offer, as I don't know anything about it. I wish you luck and success and happiness in doing something you love.Zoranahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11703379683679047461noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906196.post-50383984641974786042008-04-21T13:14:00.000-04:002008-04-21T13:14:00.000-04:00Terrific idea!!! Your daughter would be great to h...Terrific idea!!! Your daughter would be great to help. <BR/>wondering if you or your daughter have watched any of suziblutubes videos http://www.youtube.com/suziblutube<BR/>I understand she has very young followers. I'm sure you've already got swags of your own ideas BUT sometimes viewing someone else's methods can help also.<BR/><BR/>My very, very best wishes in each and every one of your endeavours.<BR/>Angels be with you,<BR/>Wendy XOwinnsangelshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13456411263561237019noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906196.post-39878916063450609592008-04-18T14:15:00.000-04:002008-04-18T14:15:00.000-04:00** Whatta great idea!! *** First & formost, do...** Whatta great idea!! ***<BR/><BR/><BR/> First & formost, do the whole "How Much Are My Costs" thing first..yeah it'z a pain to do the whole spread sheet thing, but if you can see that you can break even for the first year, then I think you'll be able to really get this thing running on full speed in no time...<BR/><BR/> Check out the ins. probably first...that may sound like a Duh dumb thing, but without that, you can Really have a nightmare in the wings...and Do ask LOTZ of questions of as many business owners you know...they can be really much much help!!<BR/><BR/> I'm so hoping this will be a Super Thing for you!! I'm really excited to see this coming around!! I just wish I'd had some lessons when I waz little..<BR/><BR/>Go For It!!<BR/><BR/>L.LadyTuliphttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08896974745360006322noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906196.post-45758690713819010222008-04-18T10:57:00.000-04:002008-04-18T10:57:00.000-04:00It's a great idea. I started taking private lesson...It's a great idea. I started taking private lessons when I was 13 and we had kids of all ages in the same class but it was fine art and they were all very good. It was at the teacher's home and it was every Saturday morning. I think the idea of keeping age groups together is a better idea. I would love to open a studio/shop but the whole insurance thing deterred me. You really need to have the insurance, especially with kids involved.<BR/>The drop in idea is good,too.<BR/>Be sure to inforce your open times as some people drop off their kids and forget to come and get them. I have had that happen with other job's.<BR/>I wish you all the luck with this endeavor!<BR/>Have a great weekend.<BR/>suze:)suzehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12446832751028309867noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906196.post-11429883748604152472008-04-18T09:18:00.000-04:002008-04-18T09:18:00.000-04:00I love this idea!! Dream big and make it happen!!...I love this idea!! Dream big and make it happen!!! Great idea to talk to the preschool....you can send out a flyer to the students there maybe?? I just have a great feeling about all of it and think you will be great at it:) <BR/><BR/>Happy weekend to you!!!! xoxnoodle and louhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08995332677062006146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906196.post-21144513562037501522008-04-17T23:18:00.000-04:002008-04-17T23:18:00.000-04:00I think it would be awesome for you and your stude...I think it would be awesome for you and your students. I know my girls LOVE art class and when taught by someone who knows thier stuff...even better. Go for it!<BR/>KrissyKrissyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/13403831863111905493noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906196.post-86925535738898321302008-04-17T11:07:00.000-04:002008-04-17T11:07:00.000-04:00Yes, T, a plan is a good thing. That's why - right...Yes, T, a plan is a good thing. That's why - right now I'm just kind of thinking the whole thing through, figuring expenses, etc. AND most importantly, the economic situation. As you said, people look at these things as "luxuries".<BR/>And yes STA, I have a colorful work history (: Full of surprises, am I!PennyBluehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14151206165072459120noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906196.post-52747991823173852062008-04-16T16:05:00.000-04:002008-04-16T16:05:00.000-04:00i had no idea you had a childrens boutique...love ...i had no idea you had a childrens boutique...<BR/>love this idea, sounds like you have a big clue and many ideas and past success with such endeavors.<BR/>love the pop in idea and who knows, maybe with a few local paper write ups people will flock to you.<BR/>this seems like a great idea all around, hope you can get the required things done and get er done!phttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10669096127325145722noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906196.post-84148131214077414572008-04-16T13:39:00.000-04:002008-04-16T13:39:00.000-04:00I taught kids art classes at my studio and it was ...I taught kids art classes at my studio and it was wonderful - I never even thought about insurance or anything like that, but then again, I am pretty naive.<BR/>I just printed up fliers and passed them around to all the kids I knew in the neighborhood. I made my classes twice a week, twenty dollars a pop, sessions of 6 or 8 classes. I had fine arts for the older kids, drawing and painting, and crafts for the younger. It was great when my kids were young. We even had an art show once a year - I combined efforts with a local dance teacher and we called it an art festival - very fun.<BR/>good luck!Emilyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/12291712812097151421noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-33906196.post-53859979182802277102008-04-16T13:23:00.000-04:002008-04-16T13:23:00.000-04:00Blue -Everything you're thinking about sounds grea...Blue -<BR/><BR/>Everything you're thinking about sounds great and possible. <BR/><BR/>From a business/practical standpoint though, I would really think about doing a complete business plan. Figure out exactly what your expenses will be (everything from toilet paper all the way up to rent & insurance & electricity & supplies). Then figure out what it would take to break even. <BR/><BR/>I don't mean to sound negative in ANY way, I really think you could be good at this. It just really helps to have a good plan. <BR/><BR/>Another thing to think about is what is the economy like where you are? Do parents have the extra money to afford a "luxury" like art. (as so many people do think creativity is a luxury). <BR/><BR/>I'm more than willing to help if you need anything, feel free to email me.<BR/><BR/>Thinking big, shiny, happy, successfully entrepreneurial thoughts for you!Tanayahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03534866982938936384noreply@blogger.com