A Day in the Life of Koolbadges

That’s the problem when you work from home, you forget what day it is & what the date is. I have had to invest in a calendar so I can write up important dates and appointments. That way I can keep an eye on the essential stuff.

We ran a free shipping weekend on the site, and it was super popular so it has been extended until midnight tonight (GMT). Although, lookout for it returning in the future as we will be running it again.

The countdown to the move in date is in full swing. We are trying to do a bit of packing and cleaning each day, so the task isn’t so huge. As we are trying to get a lot of badges made and shipped at the same time. In the midst of all the boxes and piles of things to pack, these are keeping me feeling like there is still a spring in my step. ... Continue Reading

Well, when it’s a F1 weekend, I potter about the house doing bits & bobs and John settles down on the leather couch to watch an afternoon of Motor Sport. That’s how it’s always been (come on, Massa).

So we are just up, and I have to say it’s a very windy morning, not looking forward to venturing outside today. Might just hide in the workshop today and keep busy. I might need plenty of tea and cake to get me through what I believe is going to be a busy day of making badges. ... Continue Reading

This blog is dedicated to my best friend Emma & for all those people that work crazy hours. Emma has been working for herself for a month or so now, and has had a freelance job these past few weeks. They have had her working until 4am, how mad is that. She is exhausted and deserves not only a bonus but a holiday. Love you Emma & all the other artists out there that work hard and get little reward x.

My yummy husband and I have been out and about in the sun today. Thought we would take our little red machine (VW Polo) for a drive and soak up some rays, as we never know how long the sun will shine for. We never have two days the same in the UK, sun/rain, the weather is so unpredictable. One thing I know for sure is that the car is in need of a clean, so many dead flies on my number plate. That’s a job for the weekend. ... Continue Reading

It’s been a busy 3 weeks since I quit my job to badge full-time, and I thought I would have more time on my hands to do all those things you long to do when you’re at work: like reading, baking and watching bad TV. I have to say that these have been the craziest 3 weeks in a long time.

First we headed up to Scotland to spend time with my family, as my older brother & his girlfriend have just had a baby girl (too cute). We spent 5 days with them. After that we came home to Manchester for a night, to pack up our camping gear as we were off to Cornwall to see our friends Emma & Andy (for Emma’s 29th Birthday). We had such incredible weather down there, that my husband, John & I decided to stay on a few extra days. It is sunny and relaxing, I wanted to stay so much longer. ... Continue Reading

It’s been a wee while to say the least since my last blog entry. I guess a lot has happened. I won’t go into too much boring detail, let’s just say that John (my husband) & I are now officially full-time badge makers. It’s really exciting & we have got so many ideas & plans. It’s great to be your own boss & to have more time to spend together.

But it’s not all play & no work, i can assure you! koolbadges has been busier than ever in 2008. We have secured some exciting wholesale contracts & have almost doubled the amount of badges we offer in the on-line store. My hubby has also made a great custom badge option for those people that want to upload their own art work to be printed on to their button badges. It’s more of a hands-on approach for our customers & have proved to be uber popular & we have had the opportunity to make some really great custom badges. ... Continue Reading

We at koolbadges have started a flickr account so we can take pics of the badges we make. Esp the custom badges. We have been getting increasing requests for custom badges. So pop by & have a look, its only in its early stages & we have a lot of pics to add so bear with us while we add them.

We have also been adding alot of new badges & some of our customers have started emailing over their suggestions! We love to hear from you & many have been made in to badges & added to the site. so keep them coming, ... Continue Reading

So I have been a little quiet over the past few months. The shop has been super busy. We have had more people from Europe purchasing badges & a lot more Americans. So its great to see people from outside the UK purchasing our badges.

Halloween is almost upon us, koolbadges has a Spooky/Halloween range of badges, so pop on over & check them out. They would make a great trick or treat present! Dare to be different.

Hope to see you all soon. Spread the badge love.

It’s been a busy few days in the shop with the arrival of the happy rejects! They have been so popular. They are so cute & I have heard on the grape vine that there are going to be some more characters added soon. So keep checking back. We are planning a trip to visit my good friends Emma & Andy in London for the bank holiday weekend.

I have decided to drive down ARRGGGHHHHH. So, a bit of a road trip. Really looking forward to that. I love visiting London, so much to see & do. They have the best Forbidden Planet & Emma knows all the cute little markets & shops. I will no doubt spend a fortune. ... Continue Reading

My  friend Emma Barratt has designed some CUTE badges, they are called the happy rejects. I know they will be great sellers on the site. They each have their own personality & you can either buy them on www.koolbadges.co.uk or visit their home at www.happyrejects.co.uk Let me know who your favourite happy reject is.

Mine has to be Cookie Head. She is a bit of a rock chick & I have a soft spot for birthday boy too.

I just love these pattern badges! They are so much more than a badge ….. they are almost brooch like & a little more arty & funky. Just thought I would share them with you. Hope you all had a great Monday.

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