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the_victoriabrown

Host of @creativeslurppodcast
Local leader for @e_nation
📍 Solihull, UK
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Can you imagine moving to a completely different c Can you imagine moving to a completely different country with hardly any money, not speaking the language and needing to find work? That's what happened to Vania Soucy of @wardrobeschool. She arrived in New York, from Brazil, without being able to speak English that well and not knowing what she would do for work. With a background in sewing, she realised she could buy bags of second-hand clothes cheaply and upcycle them to sell on. Before long she got really good at it and created a successful business. Now, after finding out the impact of the clothing industry on our planet, she's teaching others to recycle clothes with her online sewing school - Wardrobe School. Listen to this episode of Creative Slurp to find out what kept her going and how she did it.
30 days of painting and drawing EVERY DAY - to cha 30 days of painting and drawing EVERY DAY - to challenge my beliefs around my abilities. So what happened? Check out this reel and the latest episode of Creative Slurp Podcast to find out…
A few weeks ago I was scared to even walk down the A few weeks ago I was scared to even walk down the art aisle of the craft store...but now I'm not! At the end of June, I challenged myself to complete a challenge where I had to draw or paint every day for 30 days. The aim? Not actually to get better at art (although that would have been a bonus!) but to rewire my brain that has told me for so many years that I can't draw or paint. Patently a lie, as I can obviously pick up a pen or brush and make a mark on a piece of paper. So after 25 years of telling myself this, it was time to normalise painting and drawing and take away the fear. Spoiler alert - I did it! I actually completed the challenge. To find out what I learned about myself (and painting) then check out this week's episode of Creative Slurp Podcast here or link in the bio. https://creative-slurp.simplecast.com/episodes/what-i-learned-from-my-30-day-art-challenge Have you ever set yourself a challenge like this? What did you discover?
What's it REALLY like to go from starting your bus What's it REALLY like to go from starting your business on the kitchen table to actually running an award-winning creative brand, that's stocked in big names like John Lewis and Not on the High Street? Emma Tucker of design brand @Modocreative has been there and bought the proverbial t-shirt - from tales of wheeling their printer down Oxford Street and into John Lewis, to recently opening their very own shop (which wasn't in the plan!) Oh, and the little thing of moving their whole life up north along the way. And this week I had the utter privilege of speaking to her on my Creative Slurp podcast! I loved chatting to Emma as she's one of my own personal business heroes, and she didn't disappoint. We chat about the grit and determination it takes to build a business, how she went through a devastating personal time through Covid and what makes a 'good looking' word. If you're looking for a dose of small biz inspo (or you just want a sneaky peek behind the scenes of an amazing business) check out this episode! https://creative-slurp.simplecast.com/episodes/from-kitchen-table-to-award-winning-brand-emma-from-modo-creative
I was so honoured to be asked to appear on @videop I was so honoured to be asked to appear on @videoproductionacademy with the lovely Lee Midlane recently, to give my top tips on how to write for video (because, yes, if you want to create a great piece of content, no matter what the medium, a certain amount of writing is advisable first!) Fun fact - did you know my writing career actually started in broadcasting? It’s always nice to be able to help others with their writing skills, so I really enjoyed it. (Although it was a bit weird being the interviewee, instead of the interviewer, for a change!) Here's my episode, which went live this week...link in bio if you want to listen.
SUMMER IS HERE - WOOHOO!! And I don't know about SUMMER IS HERE - WOOHOO!! And I don't know about you, but it's definitely time for a scoop of something cold (or did we have enough of that last week when it was scorching?) Anyway, summer is a BRILLIANT time for resetting, ready for the new year (I like to call it the new year, as it's a new school year) to restart in September. Resetting is a brilliant way to blow away the cobwebs, stand back and give yourself some perspective and bring back that all-encompassing enthusiasm about your business that just gradually disappears when you slog your guts out constantly. If you fancy a summer reset, check out my latest episode of Creative Slurp, where I go through the whole process, step-by-step. The link is in the bio or just head to your podcast-y place and search "Creative Slurp".
I DID it! 30 days of drawing and painting every d I DID it! 30 days of drawing and painting every day (such an achievement for me!) And although I doubled up a couple of days, as 15 mins of drawing often turned into much longer and I couldn't find the time to do it every single day consecutively, I'm so glad I did it! Did I create a masterpiece every day. NO! (In fact no day did I create a masterpiece). But I made a huge dent in the limiting belief telling me I can't draw or paint - which has been telling me this for around 25 years, so I think that's a win. I actually really enjoyed the process of painting, experimenting and learning something new. And, as ever, I learned so much more than I thought I would. I have often found that creating a daily challenge for myself quickly helps me to make something part of my daily routine, and this was no different. And weirdly so much easier to commit to than doing something 3 or 4 times a week. Here are some of the things I learned during this challenge: * I love painting with watercolours (which I now can't believe I'd never done before) * I CAN draw and paint * It doesn't have to be perfect - and in fact it shouldn't be, as great work requires a messy middle of experimentation. * Painting with watercolours is one of the few pastimes I can sit down quietly with my boys and they can join in creating their own artwork - and they actually do sit still! 😱 * ALWAYS check your pens are waterproof if your using paints 🙈 * Inspiration is everywhere * Don't be scared of trying something new - it doesn't matter if you suck at it. * I've found a new way to de-stress * It's worth paying for decent watercolour paints - ditto brushes. * I LOVE painting food! And buildings. * I love colour! * Patience is worth it - don't rush it. Do you like creating art - what's your favourite medium?
How are you finding things right now? Fuel bills How are you finding things right now? Fuel bills are going up, grocery bills are rocketing, inflation is high. Whether or not we're heading for a recession, times are tricky for us all right now - and they're even more tricky for a business owner, when you're being squeezed on both sides. So what can you do? In this week's episode of Creative Slurp Podcast, I go through my 3-step G E T plan to follow when times are tough and you don't know what to do. Here's a summary: G - Gather information about which products are selling well and what your customers actually want. E - Engage - with your customers - keep the conversation going with them, even when you don't feel like it. T - Take action - create a mini-action plan centred around the information you found out when you 'gathered it' earlier. Chuck out the stuff that's not been working for you, launch things that you know will. And declutter. Lots. Tough times and recessions are great times to take a look back at your business to see what's no longer working and what might work even better. Listen to the podcast (link in the bio) to find out more about the G E T plan. You can do this! WE can do this - if we all stick together!
TEAM ICE CREAM OR TEAM LOLLIES? 🍦🍭 This *mi TEAM ICE CREAM OR TEAM LOLLIES? 🍦🍭 This *might* help cool you down today! I created this ice cream card as one of my very first forays into watercolour a few weeks ago, shortly before I set myself a challenge to paint or draw every day for 30 days. The whole thing was not an attempt to be the next Van Gogh, but to prove to myself that I CAN. For years I'd been telling myself I couldn't paint or draw, and by now I was utterly sick of hearing it! Today is day 27 - and I'm still going (although I may have doubled up a couple of days. Turns out finding the time every single day was tough!) At the end of the experiment, I'll let you know how I got on, but I'm just excited that the finishing line is in sight! Enjoy all your ice creams today - and tell me - are you team ice cream or team lollies?!
Stop. What do you see? What do you really see? W Stop. What do you see? What do you really see? Why is it that we're so busy running around after the things we think we want, that we miss the little things that matter? Laura Pashby (@circleofpines) thinks we should all start practising making small stories - to help us appreciate the beauty of our lives around us. On this week's episode of Creative Slurp, she chats about how she got started, how powerful creating small stories can be, how to get started and how she deals with the changes in the Instagram algorithm. There are loads of tips in today's episode in how to be present, increase your creativity and just be more grounded. The perfect listen for a summer's day! 🌞🏖 Check out the link in the bio to get this episode. Photography by @xantheb
Ever wondered what it's like to REALLY be on the @ Ever wondered what it's like to REALLY be on the @britishsewingbee? Lauren Guthrie bravely took the plunge in the very FIRST series! And didn't really know what she was letting herself in for. It proved to be a great move - because after getting to the final, she set up her amazing business - @guthrieghani, which is still going strong 10 years later. In episode 29 of Creative Slurp Podcast, I chat to her about self-belief, sewing and what to do when you don't know where to start. I really enjoyed this interview - as I'm a massive fan of the Bee and what Lauren's achieved - to listen, just click on the link in the bio! And if you take anything away from this episode - it should be - JUST GIVE IT A GO!
Ever wondered how to start a blog the right way? Ever wondered how to start a blog the right way? So that: 🤩It improves your website SEO 😁Shows your credibility 😯Educates your audience 😆Builds trust in you and your brand ☺️Helps with Pinterest traffic 😎Saves you time 🥰Attracts exciting opportunities 😛Shows off your incredible and unique brand personality Here I cover how to get started with a blog and why you should start one! Any more q’s, drop me a DM #bloggingtips #blogger #bloggingforbusiness #bloggingcourse
Want to know how to start a blog the right way (an Want to know how to start a blog the right way (and why you should?!) Join me at 11am BST Monday 11 July to get my tips… (this is a one-off, so don’t miss this chance to ask me questions!) #blogger #bloggingtips #bloggingtipsforbeginners
Just in case you need this today. ❤️ #creativ Just in case you need this today. ❤️ #creativeslurpchallenge #artchallenge #watercolour #watercolorpainting #watercolours #selfcareday
Dancing on TikToks and reels - it adds personality Dancing on TikToks and reels - it adds personality to your business, but is it the right kind of personality? And do you want to do them anyway? So how can you add a different dimension to your brand and give your business a personality that stands out? How about a simple blog? Creating a great blog for your business is a brilliant asset that can help you stand out from the crowd - but you need to do it the right way. That’s why I’ve created my new Blog Brilliant group coaching programme, to hold your hand through the whole process - and in 4 weeks you’ll have a blog that your customers will love, give you authority, give your business a personality and actually SAVE you time! Doors are open for Blog Brilliant until next week (or until the spaces are full) Check out link in the bio to reserve your place and start (or resume) your blogging journey.😁
I can't deny there's a place for vanilla - y'know I can't deny there's a place for vanilla - y'know - as an accompaniment to a pudding, a palate cleanser if you like. Buuttt, some straight talking now - you're not going to stand out being vanilla. And like it or not, if you want to build a successful business, you need to stand out from the competition - with your own unique cherry-topped, sprinkle-laden, personality. How can you do this? Well, a great way to go is to build a blog - building a great blog gives your business a personality - it's the first place I go when researching interviewees for my podcast, to get to know the people behind the business, and having a great blog can really set you apart from everyone else. How do you build a great blog? Funny you should ask that 😉, because today the doors to my brand new Blog coaching programme are open for a few lucky people. Those people will learn from me the best hacks to creating a great blog without the overwhelm (and also what NOT to do). Together we'll go on a journey of blog discovery as they build great blogs for their business (or your mission, if you don't have a business). For all the details drop me a DM or check out the link in the bio. If you're on a desktop you can copy and paste this link: https://thevictoriabrown.com/product/blog-brilliant-group-coaching-programme/
Has your blog been getting less love than a mouldy Has your blog been getting less love than a mouldy old chip recently? Or maybe you’ve always wanted to start one, but don’t know how? Listen up, this one’s for you… #bloggingtips #bloggingcommunity #blog
Have you ever told yourself, "I'm not good enough Have you ever told yourself, "I'm not good enough to do XYZ."? Haven't we all at some point! Although it's all too easy to tell ourselves that it's easier for other people, that other people have it all sorted. That's why I loved this latest chat with The Great British Sewing Bee's Lauren Guthrie of @guthrieghani , on this week's episode of Creative Slurp podcast. Lauren was on the very first series and not only reached the final but has built a successful sewing business in the years since. Even though she's obviously blooming amazing, she tells me how she doubted her abilities going onto the show - but she pushed herself to try - and she thinks we should all do the same. So if you need a boost and want to believe anything is possible - check out Lauren's inspiring story - the link's in the bio. Who would you like me to chat to on the podcast next - if there's anyone you'd love to hear from, let me know and I'll try and make it happen!
QUIZ TIME! Can you guess what I’ve drawn on day QUIZ TIME! Can you guess what I’ve drawn on day 12 of #creativeslurpchallenge ?! SCROLL DOWN FOR THE ANSWER! 👇🏻👇🏻👇🏻 I loved this technique - it’s called the non-dominant hand technique and I learned it in the amazing @fionawilsonprints online art school! Felt so freeing to not worry about the outcome of the drawing! ✍️ If you guessed a drawing of the things on my desk, you’d be right! Well done you! Nearly halfway through this challenge now, and I’m loving it!! 🙌🙌
Day 10 of #creativeslurpchallenge - and a pattern Day 10 of #creativeslurpchallenge - and a pattern is def emerging! A lot of food! Every day for 30 days I’m drawing or painting for 15 mins so I can stop telling myself that I can’t draw or paint!! 😂 I’m sick of holding these limiting beliefs now, after 30 years! Follow my progress or why not join in? Just use the #creativeslurpchallenge ☺️
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