Welcome to my new site!
Break out the party people, today I’m celebrating 10 years of working for myself!
A million thank you’s to all of my amazing clients that have let me shine through the years.
Honestly I didn’t think I’d make it today…
The past few months I have been unusually drained, to the point that I investigated further to find out I’m anemic. I was well on the way to recovery, when I got an ugly nasty cold. Coupled with my computer getting sick (twice now for the past two weeks…and yes, it’s still out getting repaired!), I really did not think this launch would happen. And I was super duper bummed, as I’ve been working so hard in my non-existent free time to create this site all by lonesome!
So…thank you to Milosz (the theme creator) for customizing bits for me over the past few months, and to Shannon (my old developer who created many of the lovely websites in my portfolio) for helping me take it live very late last night. And many thanks to ALL OF YOU for hanging in there with me!
Continue to bear with me as I work out the kinks and update. Not everything is as perfect as I would like! Until then…
PARTY WITH ME TODAY WITH HASHTAG #10on1010!
Woo hoo, I made it!
Justin says
Congrats on the redesign. It looks amazing.
Heather says
Yeah, it’s up and it looks great! Can’t wait to click around and explore!
Liz {Sequins and Stripes} says
Yayy! The site looks absolutely gorgeous!! So proud of you!
Anna @ IHOD says
Congratulations Erika! That is worth celebrating all week! Love the new site. I have also struggled with anemia. It is no joke. Wishing you a blessed year ahead!
x
Carly | A Simple Affair says
A HUGE congrats on all of your success these past 10 years! The site looks stunning, and I can’t wait to see what the next 10 will bring! xo
Gaby [The Vault Files] says
YAY!! looks awesome, and can’t wait to peruse around! HUGE congrats Erika, I’m very happy for you ;)
Eileen says
Erika, its amazing and gorgeous! congrats :-)
Courtney Deyle says
Happy Anniversary!!! So happy for you Erika! You are so talented it’s crazy. LOVE the new look. You and everything you do are amazing, and thanks for always being such a wonderful role model to us all. Cheers to you and your business! And I have to add a great day to celebrate, my birthday ;) P.S. love your outfit in the pic!
Naomi (Design Manifest) says
You are awesome! The site looks great and is the perfect portfolio for you. Makes me even more excited for my site to go live.
xo
Tamra {ever swoon} says
Fabulous!! Congratulations Erika!! What a milestone and a perfect way to celebrate 10 years!! Thank you for your motivation and friendship. I love you!
Tamra {ever swoon} says
wow, wrote you too fast. You are an inspiration!
Tamra {ever swoon} says
wow, wrote you too fast. You are an inspiration!
Oh and those pants! Where did you get them?
that girl says
Ha! They are the J Brand waxed jeans from this post:
http://smallshopstudio.com/2012/09/25/fall-colors-my-palette/
Chassity says
Congrats!!! The site is GORGEOUS, as are you.
Becca says
Congratulations Erika! I love the new site!
Elizabeth / Stone Textile says
So exciting! The new site looks beautiful! Congrats! PS. cute photo of you and the disco ball, perfect for this post…
viv says
CONGRATS on this amazing accomplishment!! xoxoxo
Heather says
Congratulations! What a BIG accomplishment. You’re an inspiration toall those new lady entrepreuners out there.
Nikki White says
Congrats lady! That’s quite the milestone. Site looks amazing and so does your work. Where were you when I needed a new design???? One day soon.
Emily | Recently says
Congrats Erika! You rock my socks off and make it all seem effortless. (Although we all know you work your butt off!) Cheers to many more years to come!
Becca | Lowlife Couture says
It looks so good!!
Michaela {au naturel design} says
Erika, I just found you through Natalie Merrillyn’s blog post and I’m super excited to see all of your work. Congratulations on 10 years, that is inspiring!!!
victoria | vmac+cheese says
Ahh, it looks so beautiful! Congrats on an amazing ten years and a gorgeous new site, E!
Jen @ RamblingRenovators says
Congratulations on ten years! The site looks beautiful!
Shannon says
Hey! Who you calling OLD!!??!!
Congrats! It looks great!
LWP says
You hard work paid off! The site is divine and you are stunning my friend!
Nikki Rappaport says
What a huge accomplishment. Congrats! And the site looks beautiful!
Kelly says
Congratulations!! The new site looks amazing!
elizabeth says
EEEEEEEEE! I love the site so much! You are so gorgeous inside and out. I cannot wait until I can get you to help me with my branding – although it won’t be much work at all as I want it to look exactly like this. In fact, I want a picture of me holding up a disco ball and everything! I adore you – congrats!!
xoxo -e (modern24seven)
The NOW says
AHhhhh The site looks so good, Erika!! Congratulations on TEN YEARS!! Incredible! xoxo
lily says
Yay this is SO exciting !!! Congratulations. Love love love the new site and you look amazing !!
XOXO
designstiles says
Great job Erika. I seriously look up to you. Ten years. Wow! Here’s to at least another ten more.
xx
Irene
Tara of Mad Max and Family says
WOW. Congrats! That is an awesome accomplishment. And your site looks amazing.
Try to slow down! (of course this is coming from soneone that woke up on purpose at 3 am to get things done – and I’m giving birth in less than two weeks… I can’t practice what I preach!).
Hope you feel better.
Tara
http://madmaxandfamily.blogspot.com
that girl says
Oh my goodness! I can’t believe it’s already here! You are in full nesting mode!
Emma {Glitter & Gold} says
Erika! congratulations it looks wonderful! Take care of yourself mama! xoxox
Brynn {chartreuse & a twist} says
CONGRATULATIONS, ERIKA!!! You have seriously been such an inspiration to me since I started reading your blog…you are insanely talented – incredible at everything you do – & just still so humble and appreciative toward everyone around you. I look forward to continuing to follow along :) Cheers!!! XOXOXO Brynn
Lauren says
Congratulations Erika! What an amazing accomplishment! The new site looks great!
Hope you’re feeling better. I’ve struggled with anemia and it sounds so simple but it can be so hard to stay on top of. Hope it’s getting better! xo
Alexa says
Erika, you site looks amazing! Congrats on 10 years, what an accomplishment. And you have such a creative talent!
Raluca | WhatWouldGwynethDo says
So exciting, Erika! As a fellow entrepreneur/mom/blogger/everything, I know how challenging this life can be and you make it look simple — and super stylish! xx
christine{bijouandboheme} says
Congrats lovely- such a huge accomplishment!!!! LOVE the new site!!!
Tiffany says
Congratulation on TEN YEARS. When I graduate, I hope to work for myself an honestly can say that I look up to you as both a role model and inspiration. Keep up the amazing work. And the sire is fabulous! I have iron deficiency anemia, and wish you well on finding a solution that works for you! Here’s to the next 10 and beyond! xo
Drew Elizabeth || Catfish & Caviar says
CONGRATS LADY!!!
Hilary Inspired says
Looks fantastic, Erika!! I had no idea you’d been on your own for so long. I’m sure we could all learn a lot from your experience!
Carolyn NYC says
Watching your blog and site grow has been great. Congratulations and all your accomplishments!
Bettina says
I love the new design and congratulations on 10 years of amazing dedication and hard work! You’re definitely someone who inspires me, proof that determination pays off!
Emily | Sparkle Meets Pop says
Congrats! What an amazing accomplishment this is, and an encouragement for those who are contemplating taking the leap. Keep up the good work!
Grace - Stripes & Sequins says
I’m so happy for you, Erika! It looks absolutely stunning.
Preciously Me says
Congratulations for the 10 years of your website and I really love this new design!
Joyeux Blog’Anniversaire ?
Albertina says
Yeay!!! It is amazing! I love your new site! Congratulations!! A proud day indeed! Cheers to you!
Aunt Mary says
Beautiful Erika!
Theresa says
Congratulations, Erika! Ten years as a successful business owner is truly inspiring. Your site redesign came out really wonderful. Hope you’re feeling the love today.
PS~I’m grateful that you shared a little bit about your diagnosis. I’ve been feeling particularly drained these days and that I need to have it checked out, as well. So, thank you for the push.
Tiffany @ Savor Home says
Congratulations! Your hard work definitely shows through your new design! You are such an inspiration and I wish you many more years of success!
Jessica says
Congrats lady! I am raising my evening glass of wine to you! Can’t wait to see more of your amazingness… you always know how to bring it!
xx
Here&Now
Design Chic says
So excited for you – BIG milestone. Love your new design!!
Megan (Honey We're Home) says
So very excited for you Erika! You really have a gift for design. Thanks for sharing it all with us!
Mae Badiyan says
CONGRATULATIONS ERIKA!!!!!!
You are such an inspiration to me and many other women! Your sweet personality and style is truly one of a kind! Wishing you many many more years to come! xoxox
Julie says
congrats erika! what an amazing accomplishment. i love your new website – it looks fabulous! you are so talented and have become a regular source of inspiration for me. keep up the amazing work! (now one of these days i hope to hire you to give my little old blog a boost ;) xo – julie
{The Design Daredevil} Jessie D. Miller says
Woman I am SOOOOOOO impressed and happy for you! Congrats! XO
lexi says
So happy for you!! And so sorry about your cold and the computer’s cold. I feel crippled when my computer is out of commission.
? Lexi @ Glitter, Inc.
JEN RAMOS says
love the look! :)) Are those Helmut Lang pants? If so, i have them in black!
Haley says
Wow, love the new site & that’s pretty amazing 10 years working for yourself:) That’s a pretty amazing milestone & something to be celebrated most definitely!