21Aug 2013 by Cindy Berrier 1 Comment

How to Plan a Classic Wedding on a Budget

3rd Wednesday Weddings, Wedding & Family, Wedding Inspiration, Wedding Lounge
A classic wedding is timeless and elegant. The bride wears a traditional white mermaid or ball gown-style dress and the groom wears a tuxedo for a very formal affair or a suit. The color palette of a classic wedding varies from all white with silver and black accents to bringing in a red for dramatic contrast or softening it up with a pastel hue in light blue, peach or yellow. Nothing is “funky” or uber-modern at this wedding — everything is all about the simple elegance. Now how to pull this lovely wedding style off on a limited budget? Following are some tips on where to save on your classic wedding. (more…)
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16Aug 2013 by Cindy Berrier 1 Comment

Small Business Spotlight – Focus On You Photography

Small Business Info, Small Business Spotlight
This week, 123Print is shining its Small Business Spotlight on ... Focus On You Photography! Focus On You Photography captures all your once-in-a-lifetime moments! Focus On You puts a unique spin on their photos by using a creative eye and natural light to truly imprint your memories – no Photoshop needed! The photographer uses a deep understanding of how their camera works to get the pictures and memories they want to capture. [caption id="attachment_5016" align="aligncenter" width="584"] © Focus On You Photography[/caption] (more…)
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16Aug 2013 by Cindy Berrier 1 Comment

Small Business Spotlight – Sun and Fun Getaways – Karin Schei Cruises Inc.

Small Business Info, Small Business Spotlight
This week, 123Print is shining its Small Business Spotlight on ... Sun and Fun Getaways - Karin Schei Cruises Inc.! Looking to add a little sun and fun to your vacation plans? Let Sun and Fun Getaways help you find the perfect vacation including cruises, all inclusive resorts, Disney, honeymoons, family vacations and much more! Cruises Inc. is a part of World Travel Holdings, which is one of the nation's largest leisure travel companies. Each year, millions of people are sent around the world to warm up, cool off, explore new cultures or just relax. [caption id="attachment_5014" align="aligncenter" width="879"] © Sun and Fun Getaways - Karin Schei Cruises Inc.[/caption] (more…)
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13Aug 2013 by Cindy Berrier No Comments

Get Organized with Labels

2nd Tuesday Tune-Up Your Life, Life Insight
[caption id="attachment_4997" align="alignleft" width="256"] 1960s label maker[/caption] Who remembers the 1960s label maker? That thing was COOL. You could turn the dial and pull on the handle — really hard — and it would emboss the letter right onto the label. You could write anything, and it would become an instant sticker. Right there in front of you. That was pretty impressive before ink jet printers became affordable. OK, nostalgia aside, labels have come a long way. (Thank heavens.) If you’re not currently a labeler, aka label-a-holic or label-ista, you are missing out on an easy way to get your home, office and even events more organized. These simple tips will not only save you time and energy, they also will make your life easier. It’s the little things that…
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12Aug 2013 by Cindy Berrier 5 Comments

Keeping Your Finger on the Pulse: What is Social Media Monitoring?

Monday Marketing Minutes, Small Business, Small Business Info, Small Business Lounge
So, you’ve launched a blog, set up Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, YouTube and other social media accounts, and you’re posting away just like you were told to do. Kudos to you for adding all this to your marketing plan! But now what? Take your social media activities to the next level with social media monitoring — otherwise known as social media listening — by tracking and analyzing all that data at your fingertips. You can do so not only for your customers and potential customers, but also in order to see what competitors are doing and talking about every day. What’s more, there is a plethora of helpful social media monitoring tools in cyberspace to help you do just that, making the whole process more turnkey. Following is an overview of how…
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09Aug 2013 by Cindy Berrier 2 Comments

Small Business Spotlight – Rosie’s Bowsies

Small Business Info, Small Business Spotlight
This week, 123Print is shining its Small Business Spotlight on ... Rosie's Bowsies! Rosie's Bowsies creates and sells custom bows, headbands, tutus and bow keepers for your little princess! The company started when owner Aleshia began to make bows for her daughter Rosie's pageants. Ever since then, the requests have been pouring in! Rosie's Bowsies products are perfect for pictures, pageants, sports teams or birthdays. Any item can be made for a specific need or to match any outfit. If you don't see it, just ask! [caption id="attachment_4985" align="aligncenter" width="852"] © Rosie's Bowsies[/caption] (more…)
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08Aug 2013 by Cindy Berrier No Comments

123Print has earned the WeddingWire Rated™ Black Badge

123Print News, All Other, Wedding Inspiration
123Print Receives the Elite WeddingWire Rated™ Black Badge For Commitment To Providing Quality Service. FREDERICK, MD – August 1, 2013 – WeddingWire, the nation's leading online wedding marketplace, is pleased to announce that 123Print has reached the prestigious WeddingWire Rated™ Black Level, by earning more than 100 wedding reviews for Invitations in the greater D.C. area. The esteemed WeddingWire Rated™ program recognizes wedding professionals who have received positive newlywed reviews about their business on WeddingWire.  Since receiving over 100 wedding reviews, 123Print is now placed at the elite Rated™ Black Level. The program recognizes businesses across more than 20 service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers, and requires a minimum of three wedding reviews and an average score of 3.5 stars or higher. (more…)
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07Aug 2013 by Cindy Berrier No Comments

How to Prepare a Press Kit

Small Business Info
[caption id="attachment_4965" align="alignleft" width="300"] [credit: MondoBeat][/caption]Have you ever considered putting together a company press kit? A press kit is a (presumably) easy way to share a comprehensive look at your business. Over time, press kits have morphed from cumbersome folders and packets into small, easy-to-handle digital bytes. (Think flash drive). This has made it easier than ever for reporters and PR teams to handle and access your company’s info, as well as made it cheaper for companies to produce and distribute. Remember, you want to make it easy for reporters to write about you. Some PR professionals claim that having a good press kit is just as important as having a good website. But where do you start? Focus on these six elements to prepare an attractive and informative press kit: Company…
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