I love you guys and I adore your emails and comments. With that said, I often get asked the same questions (and refuse to get a formspring), so I thought it would be easy if I answered all the most popular ones here. I’m going to link this in my header as well. Don’t be shy though-if I missed anything, don’t hesitate to get at me.
Why Did You Move To Wordpress?
I still don’t know my way around here completely, but what I love is that the options are endless-design, analytics and SEO being the major factors that drove me to make the jump from Blogger. I also want to clarify that my domain is self hosted-I host through bluehost and use the Thesis theme. This is huge because I own my website. Like I said, I’m still learning about all that Thesis and WP in general have to offer as far as “plug ins”, etc go, but I felt it was the right time for me as I have a lot in store for the next year of It’s Unbeweavable!
Do You Own It’s Unbeweavable!?
This is timely-I am in the process of trademarking It’s Unbeweavable! So don’t fight me, betches. Colombians play dirty.
What Do You Do For a Living?
I do PR in the fashion industry. I’m a freelance make-up artist. I’m a writer and I work as much as I can on my blog and have a lot of exciting things coming up. If you’re interested in learning more or potentially working together, definitely email me.
How Did Your Blog Gain Such a Following?
I’m going to break this answer up into 2 parts-
1. Write about whatever the hell you want to write about. What are you passionate about?! Put effort into it, but remember why you started your blog in the first place-we all, eventually will get caught up in the numbers, the statistics, the page ranks-it can become an obsession-I know. Go back to your first couple of posts from time to time.
2. Read blogs. Make genuine connections, and I stress genuine. What I call “tit for tat” commenting will suck the life out of you and you’ll burn out. Comment on blogs that you love, chances are that blogger will love your blog too. Realize that a great following doesn’t necessarily mean 80 comments per post. So many of my readers don’t have blogs-but they might have Twitter! Use Twitter to foster those connections…If you aren’t using Twitter, but ask me this question, it’s the VERY first thing I will suggest to you.
How Can I Get Stuff For Free Like You Do?
This question makes me so uncomfortable, because I never intended to get any swag and it is NOT why I blog. Don’t ask this question, ya’ll, it’s tacky. I will just say-use your voice. Have opinions. It doesn’t go unnoticed by PR and Marketing companies.
Do You Have Hair Extensions?
Nope!
I did when I started It’s Unbeweavable! but have since had them removed and my hair is healthier and longer than it has ever been-so I’m KILLING all the rumors about extensions ruining hair. Specifics-I had individuals (keratin bonds) in the front, and link in wefts in the back and the crown. I used the best human hair available and went to a salon I trusted. The initial cost was about $600.
I'm still Unbeweavable...just without the weave.
Will M.A.C Foundations/Powders Break Out My Skin?
Obviously, I drinkdrankdrunk the M.A.C koolaid for quite some time, so I’m admittedly biased. My answer is no, absolutely not. M.A.C began as a make-up line to be used by professionals, and even if it’s readily available everywhere now, it is still professional grade. It is formulated to withstand the bright lights and heat in photo shoots and fashion shows. It is NOT formulated for sensitive skin, it is not going to “heal” any skin problems you might already have. However-you guys, it all comes down to skin care. You absolutely can’t sleep in M.A.C. I know, it happens, we roll in at 2am sometimes, but wash.your.face. And if M.A.C doesn’t work for you, it doesn’t mean it sucks. I’m still drinking the koolaid, apparently.
What Do You Look For in A Guy?
A best friend I can’t keep my hands off of. Laughter. Someone who loves the good in me and forgives the bad, but challenges me to be better. When I say, “I need to get a grip”, he responds with “Grip on to me.”
Will You Write a Guest Post For Me?
Maybe! I can’t promise I will have time at that moment, but I always appreciate the offers.
How Do I Get Sponsors?
For me, it all goes back to relationships-I know every single one of my sponsors and count them as friends. I support them and they support me. Also? Every single thing they sell I am OBSESSED with. Only accept sponsors you love!
Where Do You Find The Pictures You Use In Your Posts?
I am such a visual person that sometimes finding the right image for my posts takes longer than writing the actual post. I am pretty burned out on weheartit.com, but I stalk tumblrs, and have a packed inspiration folder on my computer with images I’ve had for years. Even if it’s not applicable to a post I’m currently working on it, I will still save an image I love because it might be perfect for my next post. Always make sure you can use the image, and always always always link back to the image source. Always.
What Are You Currently Listening To?
Right now I’m into La Roux, Bon Iver, Lady Antebellum, Hot Chip, John Mayer, and Madonna’s The Immaculate Collection will never get old. I usually listen to the same song on repeat while I’m writing a post. I get real O.C.D. up in this piece.
(I’m disabling comments because I need to get caught up).