Skillshare: The Best Resource for Creatives & Entrepreneurs on a Budget

May 22, 2020 Brittany Russell

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Interested in learning something new?

Well, I want to tell you about one of my absolute favorite resources for doing just that - and it’s at a totally affordable price! Plus you can get two months FO’ FREE right here :)

I’ve had a Skillshare subscription from the very beginning of my business, and I can honestly say that a lot of the skills I’ve learned throughout my five years of Letter Lane have been from taking a variety of classes on Skillshare.

I’ve taken classes ranging from topics of business and entrepreneurship to learning hand lettering and calligraphy to creative writing to watercolor, and so much more.

And the best part? It’s SO. AFFORDABLE!

Moving from Mailchimp to Flodesk: 4 Reasons Why I Switched Email Marketing Platforms!

May 4, 2020 Brittany Russell

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If you are looking for a new email marketing platform that is easy to use, affordable and also beautifully designed, then I have FANTASTIC news for you!

I recently switched from Mailchimp to Flodesk, and I wanted to share a few of the main reasons why I made the switch, along with why I think you should consider it too. Sending emails to my list used to feel like a chore, but now I am SO EXCITED to be sending emails to my lovely subscribers again! And friends, I want that for you, too. So read on to learn about why I love Flodesk so much!

Hello, 2018!

February 13, 2018 Brittany Russell

As I reflect on the past year, I can't help but feel immense gratitude for all the amazing projects and collaborations I was able to be a part of.

Here are some of the highlights:

The Letter Lane Etsy Shop is NOW OPEN! :)

April 25, 2016 Brittany Russell

I'm excited to announce that my Etsy shop is now open for business! :)

I've got lots of hand lettered art prints for you to download and easily print at home. There are also custom hand lettered logos that will really make your brand stand out from the rest!

I've also included a listing for envelope calligraphy and envelope hand lettering, which starts at my standard price of $2.50 per main envelope.

There are also custom listings if you don't see something that strikes your fancy - I will be happy to create something totally unique for you!

In the coming weeks, I've got lots more stuff lined up to add to the shop, such as watercolor art, custom wedding invitations, and so much more!

Head to the shop right here to grab some goodies: LetterLaneDesigns.etsy.com

And to say thank you, I've got a discount code to celebrate the launch of my shop! Use the code SHOPLAUNCH2016 for 10% off your first order! :)

Enjoy!

xoxo, Brittany

Mother's Day Brunch: Part Two

April 22, 2016 Brittany Russell

Photography by Katie Williamsen of Twin Stripe | www.twinstripe.com

On Tuesday she shared Part One, where she shows you how to recreate this setup on your own, and maybe inspire you to surprise your Mom with a beautiful brunch this Mother's Day! :)

Interested in collaborating? Feel free to reach out! I would love to know your ideas for how we can work together :)

xoxo, Brittany

Mother's Day Brunch: Part One

April 20, 2016 Brittany Russell

I recently collaborated with Katie Williamsen of Twin Stripe to bring her vision of a Mother's Day Brunch to life. I was so happy provide some hand lettered place cards and menus for the shoot, and we both felt it added a very special touch to the place settings. Head to Katie's blog right here where she shows you how to recreate this setup on your own, and maybe inspire you to surprise your Mom with a beautiful brunch this Mother's Day! :) Be sure to tune in to Katie's blog tomorrow, where she'll be sharing Part Two of this beautiful shoot, complete with more photos and lots of recipes!

Interested in collaborating? Feel free to reach out! I would love to know your ideas for how we can work together :)

xoxo, Brittany

How to Source and Coordinate Your Event Vendors

April 19, 2016 Brittany Russell

Planning a wedding or event and don't know where to start? One of the biggest first steps is finding your vendors! Today, I am welcoming my friend, Kristin Glass of Kristin Glass Events, to the blog to discuss everything you need to know about how to source and coordinate all of the vendors for your special event.

Current Wishlist for Letter Lane Design Studio

March 29, 2016 Brittany Russell

Today, I'm starting a new series for the blog! Each month, I'll be sharing my top 5 wishlist items for the next month, and they will be in five categories: something that will grow my blog or business, something tech-y, something educational, something for my home office and something to inspire me. I will be including the cost of each item, and how I plan to budget for it for the upcoming month.

How to Market Yourself As An Artist | PART TWO

March 21, 2016 Brittany Russell

This is part two of my guest post for The Higgins Creative, where I'm giving solid advice and tips on how to market yourself as an artist. Read PART ONE here.

Selling yourself (and your business) is hard.

However, as an artist (and a business owner, in general) you need to be able to do exactly that in order to make sales. For new artists and business owners, it’s hard to even know where to start or what options are available for making yourself and your business known. Luckily, I’m here to help! I’m going to break down a list of ways for you to market yourself and your business, and how you can start reaching your audience and potential customers today!

7 Pro Tips for Getting Past Your Creative Blocks and Start Making Amazing Stuff + A Free Workbook!

March 15, 2016 Brittany Russell

7 Pro Tips For Getting Past Your Creative Blocks + A Free Workbook!

Have you been feeling burnt out lately? Constantly burning both ends of the stick? I know I have. I've been busy with collaborations and guest posting and organizing my business finances and so much more, but all I really want to be doing is to be creating.

Unfortunately, when I'm working so hard at the other things in my business, I'm not making time for me to slow down and to be truly creative. I know I'm not the only one out there that suffers from lack of creativity due to a never-ending to-do list.

Luckily, I've found some things that work quite well for me when I get stuck in a creative rut, and I'm really excited about sharing them with you.

How to Market Yourself as an Artist | PART ONE

March 14, 2016 Brittany Russell

Selling yourself (and your business) is hard.

What You Need to Know Before Sending Out Your Wedding Invitations + A Free Checklist!

March 8, 2016 Brittany Russell

What You Need To Know Before Sending Out Your Wedding Invitations | Planning your wedding? Wondering about invitation etiquette? Make sure to check out this guest post from Amanda Saturday where she's sharing everything you need to know before you s…

Wedding planning is hard. Choosing a date, a venue, bridesmaids, deciding who's invited and who's not... etc. But when it comes to your wedding stationery, if you follow the necessary timelines leading up to your big event, you'll be in excellent shape on that front.

Today, I am welcoming my friend, Amanda Saturday, to the blog to discuss everything you need to know before you send out your save the dates and wedding invitations.

FAQ Series: Calligraphy Projects + A Free Download!

March 1, 2016 Brittany Russell

Have you been wondering what it's like to work with a calligrapher or what the process entails? Have a project in mind? I prefer to be very transparent with my clients about my processes when working on their projects, as I want them to understand what they are paying for and the value behind what I do. So, I am starting a "Frequently Asked Questions" series where I am completely transparent with the questions I am most often asked by my potential, current and past clients. Continue reading below to find out the details!

My Favorite Hand Lettering & Calligraphy Supplies

February 23, 2016 Brittany Russell

Want to know what a hand lettering artist and calligrapher keeps in their toolbox? I'm sharing my favorite tools I use daily for both hand lettering and calligraphy, as well as some books and online tutorial suggestions to help you get started! Click through to my list of supplies and read the full post.

My Favorite Tools For Running My Freelance Business

February 16, 2016 Brittany Russell

Interested in the tools it takes to run a freelance hand lettering, calligraphy and design business? I'm sharing the essentials and my favorite business tools I use on a daily basis. Click through to read the full post! Photo via Viktor Hanacek @vik…

As a solo freelancer, I wear all the hats and do #allthethings, and there is pretty much always a never-ending list of to-do's. I'm in charge of client communication, social media posts, blog posts, website updates, finances and most importantly, creating. So, in case you've been wondering what tools I use to run my business, I'm going to break it down for you right here. I should mention that these are not ALL of the tools I use, as that would be a verrrry long post. These are just the essentials and my favorites!

Why Freelancing? (Why I Started & Why I Believe Freelancing Has More Job Security Than a 9-5)

February 9, 2016 Brittany Russell

Interested in quitting your 9-5 and starting a freelance gig? I'm sharing why I started freelancing and why I believe freelancing has more job security than a 9-5 job.

Alright, now before I get started, I just want to acknowledge the fact that I know that not all of you are going to agree with me on this topic, and that's okay! I should also mention right now that the second half of this post is NOT for you if you currently have a 9-5 job that you love. Now I know that not everyone is wanting to start their own business, nor should they: it's not for everyone. This is just what I believe, and I would love to share why I believe it with you :)

A Closer Look at My 2016 Goals + A Free Worksheet!

February 4, 2016 Brittany Russell

Now that we are already more than a month into 2016 (wait, what?), I am taking a good, hard look at my goals for the year. I'll admit, some of them are pretty hefty, but I've already achieved one of my biggest goals, which was to rebrand my business, and that has truly inspired me to keep working toward the other big items on my list. I mentioned in my previous post that I would be going more in-depth on my goals for 2016, so here we go! And make sure to stick around till the end because I've got a great (free!) resource for you to use to help you plan out your own goals for the year! :)

Hello & Welcome to Letter Lane Design Studio!

February 2, 2016 Brittany Russell

It's launch day for Letter Lane Design Studio! :) | Photo via Jenna Redfield

Hello and welcome to Letter Lane Design Studio!

I am so, so glad you’ve stopped by. :) I just want to officially introduce myself to you, share why I’m here and what I want for myself and my business in the future.

WHO I AM

So, to start off, my name is Brittany Nicole Russell (previously Ehlers), and I own Letter Lane Design Studio where I offer hand lettering, calligraphy and design services to other creatives and small business owners. The previous name of my business was Brittany Nicole Design, which you may or may not recognize. I recently completely rebranded my business, and this is my very first blog post! I am so excited to share with you some things about myself and my business.

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