Packing orders + an honest small art business Q&A 👀

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I tried my best to answer your small art business questions as honestly as possible 🥲🫶🏽
My Sticker Shop: peppercutstudio.com/
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Chapters:
0:00 intro
2:00 was it hard to get started?
4:17 where to start and how to find the right market
6:42 how mych money do i need to get started?
10:00 how to sell art without followers?
12:09 how much is your business planned and how much is winging it
15:38 how long did it take to go full time with art?
16:55 how long did it take you to feel successful?
18:13 would you consider mentoring?
20:31 how social media platform drives the most sales?
22:42 does youtube play a roll in getting sales?
24:49 what is a good wha to increase sales at an event or convention?
28:25 how many products do you need to start?
30:17 are you an LLC, S Corp, or sole proprietor
31:30 how does your small business make money? Dos youtube pay anything?
35:31 what is the least time consuming way to personalize packaging?
37:24 how do you get shipping labels?
39:06 will you make a coloring book or sun catchers?
40:00 will you attend any German events this year?
41:02 what do you love the most about your journey?

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@Dancinglemon Ай бұрын

Would you ever consider doing a video about the very basics of a shop, like how to do inventory, ordering prints, calculating shipping etc? And tbh as long as sponsorships are ethical and don’t take up like half the video, I really don’t mind them

@fraymotiff Ай бұрын

i would LOVE a how i organize my financial life video! especially for cons and shop restocking

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

I’ll add it to the list :)

@Jaeus360 Ай бұрын

I agree on this! Would be sooo helpful!

@user-lw6eq2qg4o Ай бұрын

Girl- every time I see you promoting something I'm just thinking " Damn, good for her, making that $$$!!" I understand only promoting what you believe in (I'm the same way lol), but know most of us don't mind the ads. We're just happy you're doing well :)

@ambercarson9736 Ай бұрын

I agree! I don’t mind watching even if it’s something I’m not particularly interested in or think seems too good to be true/ scripted (TikTok shop etc). We all have the ability to use our common sense and not just jump on something someone is saying is great. But I’m happy they’re doing well enough to have been offered the sponsorship 🎉

@cweizy Ай бұрын

Take as many sponsorships as you want! I personally am happy for you/others who have one, it’s easy/quick to watch.

@shinyb4ts Ай бұрын

You are such an inspiration! Thank you for being so transparent about all this stuff, your outlook is such a breath of fresh air in the social media art world and it really shows how much you genuinely care about your art/your orders. 💖

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

This is such a sweet comment, thank you 🫶🏽

@JonnieJigsaw Ай бұрын

My personal take on people accepting sponsorships is I would prefer to have I trust, follow, and learn from to recommend something and be able to continue to support them vs youtube forcing random ads that don’t apply.

@Cloudberry_Illustrations Ай бұрын

Just realized that its a new video lol, Thank you for your videos Julianne, im currently working on creating my shop. And its so motivating to see other success tbh (for the moment sharing my art every day here and on Instagram if anyone is interested hehe)

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

Haha ya I have another video that’s similar :) good luck with ur shop!

@Cloudberry_Illustrations Ай бұрын

@@JulianneDoodles Thank you , thats so scary in the beginning like you dont know how it will work out and you are like not sure what to do and what to not do. Like currently i have sketchbook app on my laptop and graphic tablet and i m not satisfied with my art lol, so im like should i try procreate, or am i jsut bad in illustrating or its really the tools are not so convinient for me. Like its a big investiment so im like omg idk what to do ahah. Would you recomend Procreate or its not really worth it (to buy ipad) and other app can work as good as that (if i buy an android tablet)

@homebodyplanner Ай бұрын

I super enjoyed watching this video while drinking my smoothie. I loved all the talking and the chattiness, the ASMR of the tissue paper sounds and the unsticking the sticker in the end, and most of all your transparency on your business. Thank you for sharing numbers and realistic expectations.

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

SO GLAD YOU HAD A SNACK!!!!

@AMPaperandArtCo Ай бұрын

I love love love watching this (and all of your videos). It's so refreshing to see someone be so transparent. And I can't tell you how many times a month I quit my art business, close up my shop... then take a nap, dust myself off, and start all over again. Lol. Thank you for sharing!!!

@NuriaSaladrigasLarroy Ай бұрын

About the coloring book, there are tons of possibilities: 4 seasons (it’s an easy way to include plants, food and animals for every season), countries and you can again include all that items you like that are original from an specific place, food, well mix animals and food is a common image in the kawaii world, inspiring quotes give you a lot of situations and objects, plants or animals to draw, etc

@beepbeepteehee Ай бұрын

i love these ideas

@ashmorestudio Ай бұрын

Also the fact TikTok will take your whole shop down if you have any infringement and you could lose all that money. I loved this video so much.

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

Thanks so much for watching 🫶🏽🫶🏽

@beepbeepteehee Ай бұрын

which is funny, bc it's like 10000 copyright infringed tumbler wrap shops all over tiktok shop ... grr such basic biches!

@Zahrah.M Ай бұрын

Love the questions people are asking, and your answers are very realistic and insightful! It’s nice to hear as someone who isn’t a fan of putting myself out there on social media that we don’t need to connect our business to ourselves to make it work. What steps do you take to keep PepperCut and yourself separate so the business stands on its own?

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

I promote them separately! I essentially don’t promote myself as juliannedoodles at all outside of this KZfaq channel. All my business cards are PepperCut and the posts I make for PepperCut don’t have me in them haha a bunch of people that follow PepperCut have no idea who julianne doodles is and I prefer to keep it that way 😂😂

@joestoppable Ай бұрын

Just received my very first order with you. Everything came in perfect. I was worried at first about the 2 large prints but they were perfect. I cant wait to find frames for them. I've already had a few people at my gym say they loved the stickers on my bottle(the "I'm Toast specifically). I can't wait to see what the future brings. I do hope you expand your product line. But whatever you're comfortable with.

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

Thanks so much for ordering from my shop!!!! Selling big prints is so exciting so thank u thank u 🙏

@thoughtfulravn 7 күн бұрын

Thank you for doing this video and answering all these questions. I am a small business artist working full time plus at two different day jobs. I find myself struggling and being very discouraged, and it is very comforting to know that someone I perceive as so successful has gone through some of the same struggles.

@Tavieme Ай бұрын

The cricut explorer 3 is $299 just bought one. The maker is $399. Before tax here in California.. Thank you baby girl for sharing your knowledge and being honest and reliable. 💋

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

Oh I just buy the explore 2 haha I don’t need all the capabilities of the 3 and they go on sale all the time 😂😂 any time!

@Tavieme Ай бұрын

@@JulianneDoodles 😂😂❤️

@jimoran5265 Ай бұрын

Thank you for answering questions! I enjoyed the longer video as well since I could work on my crafting while I listened.

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

Ofc!! I loveeee making long videos so it’s nice to hear you guys enjoy them too!

@jennifersaetia3217 Ай бұрын

A coloring book with your characters in different scenes or storylines. Also, food illustrations with or without your characters

@hanam8620 Ай бұрын

Was just binge watching your old videos :D you’re such an inspiration!!

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

Ong you’re so sweet! The older videos are so cringy I’m so sorry lol

@Tavieme Ай бұрын

@@JulianneDoodles stop being mean to yourself! I love your old videos! Stay authentic and real. People appreciate that so much ❤️❤️❤️ we have enough people painting pictures that don’t support reality. You are a gem.

@neegic Ай бұрын

I love watching your videos Julianne! Thank you for sharing wisdom with a dash of wittiness 😂

@misoandtofustudio Ай бұрын

i always get so excited if i see u at the same event! ty for this video i learned some great tips! and gratz on all the orders!

@The123gomegirl Ай бұрын

I just got to meet you in person. You are an absolute inspiration. :)

@cherilynrosa5892 Ай бұрын

Loved this video, appreciate your honesty so much! ❤

@LL-ex1gp Ай бұрын

I actually found you on KZfaq. And not sure I would have otherwise. Thank you for another great video and sharing so much with everyone. Love these videos so glad to hear about all your well deserved success ❤

@Foxysoulbypaige Ай бұрын

Girl you are such an inspiration ❤

@queen__karina Ай бұрын

I am so excited! I was finally able to place an order on your shop ❤ I’m eagerly awaiting my parcel! 😊

@ImpRoll92 Ай бұрын

Can't wait to see you in Europe!!!

@Christina24life Ай бұрын

That must be amazing to pack over 200 orders

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

It’s truly an incredible feeling, I’m always so so honored and grateful

@luvitt52 Ай бұрын

This was super motivating for me! About the sponsored ads you mentioned, I personally wouldn’t be offended if you did them more often. I only get annoyed with sponsored ads if the content creator is generally disrespectful towards their following or if they have a superficial personality. You seem super genuine and you give us tons of free info, so I don’t mind watching something for your benefit

@ceceliawong015 Ай бұрын

I really enjoy watching your videos and how straightforward you are! It really motivates me to push myself to start, because I get so distracted by work and family. So I always end up telling myself, "oh I can do that later." But my drive then is dead. It’s definitely hard to squeeze time in when I’m working 12-14 hours a day (m-f) but I’m doing little by little while watching your videos. ❤️

@Charity_moon Ай бұрын

Girl get your sponsor’s and make your money. And I love a long video to put on in the background.

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

😭😭 appreciate you always 🫶🏽

@Thelegendaryskunk 12 күн бұрын

Walking on the treadmill while watching this video. Thanks for keeping me accountable lolol

@HonSPCashier Ай бұрын

Thank you for the long packing orders video. 😊

@EmmaFoxArt Ай бұрын

I'm so glad I found your channel (this vid was recommended, nice KZfaq)! I've been running my biz for 8 years now and a lot of these tips are great advice. Going to go binge watch all your videos now. 👀

@MamaAndLula2 Ай бұрын

Just placed an order as I’m watching this 🎉

@pj59629 Ай бұрын

This is a great video thanks for taking the time to share this.

@lelalu101 Ай бұрын

Thank you for another low energy and aesthetic video! Take Time for Yourself lovely ❤

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

Haha I like the idea of a chill video to start the week

@lisapicklemagick Ай бұрын

~I would LOVE a coloring book of all your little sprout characters! That would be amazing.

@nicoler.5467 Ай бұрын

Loved this chatty question video! It was really nice to hear about your experience especially as someone else who owns a small business. Would love to see a food themed coloring book if that helps make your choice easier. I also really loved the drawing what you are video, as a fellow foodie I greatly enjoyed that video. :)

@NuriaSaladrigasLarroy Ай бұрын

Thank you for your explanations and point of view. It’s quite interesting and inspiring

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

Thank u so much!!

@na_rite5981 Ай бұрын

I got into Dokomi artist alley this year. I love your videos. 💕Would definitly be excited to meet you! Hopefully you get in next year!🤞

@moon.berries68 Ай бұрын

Thank you so much for this! You are amazing for sharing so much with us 😊 also I have that same exact purple comfy you were wearing in the beginning of the video 😂

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

Omg twinsies

@beepbeepteehee Ай бұрын

loved the video ! very informative, and perfect for coworking on my own shop update......which is 2 months overdue. yikes!

@cozyandcard Ай бұрын

I absolutely love your videos. And thank you for being so open and honest. I also do studio vlogs and I haven’t noticed much increase in sales but my channel is small. I also still love instagram. Can’t wait for my order. 🥰💕💕

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

THANKS SO MUCH FOR ORDERING FROM ME!!! 😭😭😭😭 and thanks for the lovely comment i truly appreciate it

@cozyandcard Ай бұрын

@@JulianneDoodles Aww you’re welcome! I’m in Scotland so it will take a little while for it to arrive but I am so excited 🎉🥰

@insyirahnuri Ай бұрын

OMG SINGAPORE??!!! yes PUHLEASE!

@zeynab3 Ай бұрын

Love your videos ❤ and art

@PadmeHum523 Ай бұрын

Hi Julianne! I hope Naka Kon in KC went well, I'm so bummed that I missed you being in Kansas City! If you can get into Planet Comic Con for next year's show in March, that would be so awesome! Planet is a great convention!!

@leilafalls Ай бұрын

Enjoyed the entire video! Okay but what got me is you going to Dokomi this year!! Top bad I'm not going ;(. I live about 2.5 hours away. Applied to it first as my first time as an artist and obviously was rejected lol. But im gonna definitely try again next year!

@lesparza1981 Ай бұрын

Finally was able to place an order with you. Love your stuff bt being a mom of four kids money always goes for their things or house.

@esther9433 Ай бұрын

If you want to teach people, why not just stream when you draw? You don't have to teach but it would inspire people to draw along. I love the drawing portions of your videos and would love to see them live. Also if you want coloring book ideas, why not center it around your characters? Then they can include food, flowers, and anything in between. I'd love to see that too!

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

Great idea! But I’m not so much looking to teach how to draw but more so how to run and start an art business :) I’ll try to add more drawing into my videos tho 😉

@mt72137 Ай бұрын

@JulianneDoodles exactly and thank you for doing just that. I love your video. All the best to you! ❤❤❤

@jenniferklimpel202 Ай бұрын

Love your art and watching your videos ❤ I started an Etsy shop Nov 23, and wondering how long before you got traction for your shop to grow and what did you do to gain traction?

@jenniferklimpel202 Ай бұрын

I should add that I don’t really know much about growing IG or marketing lol

@ashleymasters3562 Ай бұрын

My question i wanna know is how much product quantity to start with when first starting out and when to reorder stock when low?

@Astrianne Ай бұрын

Hi Julianne, thank you for this Q&A!! Super informative and motivating as well ^^ Was wondering if you like your printer in the end? I feel like your art is less saturated than what I would make so wondering if non pastel/vibrant colors would work too? I am in printer choice hell

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

When I print more vibrant art you can see the different between it and the more pastel art if that’s what ur asking :) in general home printing will always be more dull than professional printed

@Astrianne Ай бұрын

@@JulianneDoodles I see, thank you for your reply Julianne :)

@Hemanuella1 Ай бұрын

Amo esses vídeos ❤ 🇧🇷

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

🫶🏽🫶🏽🫶🏽

@michellecastro3372 25 күн бұрын

Honestly if you need like a proxy for TikTok shop, let me know lol. I love packing stuff and my orders usually go out within a day or two.

@AlihassanAlihassanrao Ай бұрын

Nice❤

@dericahramirez2041 Ай бұрын

First! Omg

@DPRMIT0 Ай бұрын

26:50 yes I’m 50% more likely to buy from an artist who even just greets me at a convention LOL I don’t even need a full on conversation 😹

@nimnim309 10 күн бұрын

Hi! Where did you get the tabs to separate your stickers?

@basanthasanin7781 Ай бұрын

How did you print the tissue paper.

@nurmuniraa Ай бұрын

singapore!!

@DaniAlexandria Ай бұрын

Come to Toronto please

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

IM TRYING!!! 😭😭😭😭🫶🏽

@reallyvivian Ай бұрын

Can you please consider making your stickers digital too? ❤ I digitally plan and I want to buy your stickers for my Goodnotes on my iPad!

@DaniAlexandria Ай бұрын

Sign me up for the mentorship as soon as you launch it ❤

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

Haha if I’m ever brave enough

@LL-ex1gp Ай бұрын

Me too!

@rachel.guillermo0214 Ай бұрын

Oooo I would Love a Food Coloring book f🤤🤤 K bye ✌🏼🫶🏻

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

👀👀👀

@lowkeysketch5329 Ай бұрын

education should be free. I couldn't agree with you more. I'm not gonna name names, but I did sign up for someone's patreon.... not worth it lol. Learning from your neighbor's at artist alley has been much more beneficial for me. And I pass on any knowledge I can to my next neighbor :)

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

U know what’s up 🫶🏽🫶🏽

@SmolSarahsYT Ай бұрын

How would I help draw attention to my booth if I'm disabled and have to sit %90 of the time? I feel bad for sitting but my body just doesn't handle standing well.

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

Standing is just one option, plenty of artists sit the entire time and make lots of money! I’d say focus more on making your display eye catching :) this doesn’t always mean adding more things onto it or spending a ton of money, but consider what ur best sellers are and find ways to draw attention to it (displaying it at eye level, if it’s a print blow it up into a poster etc)

@shinjuuki Ай бұрын

I have too much health issues to work, so I want to make a little money of my artshop. Its going super slowly, but I do love it when people are interested in my art. I'm very sad to hear you didn't get into the artist alley at Dokomi... Guess I'll have to wait another year (patiantly) for next year! I am so looking forward to it tho! And omg you are watching twilight in the meantime! I still love those movies and books so much! Even after 15years XD I am really looking up at you as an artist, and as a person. I'm a huge fan. I wish you all the best, and I'm looking forward to more video's! Oh and I tiny little question... >///< Are you open for arttrades? (❁´◡`❁)

@TheFlauschig Ай бұрын

Oh no Dokomi this year? ._. Thats sad to hear. I was looking forward to visit your booth this year.

@JulianneDoodles Ай бұрын

Ahh ya I couldn’t justify the 2k table with the flights and everything 🥲 I’ll definitely go to artist alley tho

@TheFlauschig Ай бұрын

@@JulianneDoodles Understandable. Didn't know the vendors hall was that expensive for even an artist set up. But I'm going every year, so fingers crossed to see you next year!