The Begining of What the Photography...

You all have heard me time and time again mention the fact that I have been trying to start my own business. 

This bomb has been lying around from the very beginning from our first post to when I was MIA and more recently when I shared my goals for 2016 post, and everywhere in between...

The art of photography has been a passion of mine since I was young and up until I had my oldest I just kept the idea of photography more as a hobby than as a "career goal".

I started teaching myself techniques, practicing ALL the time (perks of being a new mom) and decided to work in an one hour photo lab. 

I played around with the idea of opening up a biz then but I was very scared and worried about being able to provide for my girls that I opted in for journalism school... an epic fail later I was BACK to the photography idea and played around with it more and more.

The year before I moved to Arkansas I decided I was GOING for it and came up with the name What the Photography thanks to some amazing friends at the book store I was working at. 

Things were picking up some and then we had to move out of state for the hubby's new job...

When we moved to Arkansas we knew no one but my God father and What the Photography was put on hold...

 Since I had also become a SAHM with the move I decided that I would enroll back into college this time focusing on getting my degree in the art of photography while I awaited the right moment to introduce WtP to the Central Arkansas area. 

I wish I would have waited longer to do so but when I took over a year off with it when I went back into the working world then had to take a leave due to our oldest and her health, I figured there was no better time than that moment to do a HUGE REVAMP!

Now I am PROUD to RE-INTRODUCE 

What the Photography!

The ONLY thing that has stayed the same is the name and our colors. 

We have re done our logos, website, facebook page, blog and so much more! 

Some of the details are still being worked out things to that nature so please excuse some of the layout errors etc :) I just COULDN'T wait any longer! 

Dreaming of...(Subscription) Boxes : Home Edition

Last Thursday I shared with you guys my new could be obsession  with Subscription Boxes. 

If you missed it check out Our Beauty Edition

Since these last couple of weeks I have been working my ass off trying to get my home in order I thought it would only be natural that this week I share with you my Home Edition!

Right now there are 56 home themed subscription boxes and with the costs ranging from 240 a yr to fit into your budget, I have narrowed it down to my top 3  "wish list" so check them out...

 Wickbox

 $29.95 per month

 Choose a medium or large candle to be delivered to your door every month! Fill out a scent profile so we can handpick your candle based on the scents you love. Our brand partners focus on quality like lead-free wicks, superior wax, & beautiful containers.

I LOVE LOVE LOVE candles! These things would be an easy budget breaker for me and I think that out of all the ones that they offer this sounds like to me one that I would enjoy the most. 

Flower of the Month Club

$34.96 per month

In every Flower of the Month subscription receive a professionally designed seasonal bouquet cut just days before you receive it. Also their monthly newsletter where you’ll learn about each featured flower's history, where it originated and how it was grown.

I love fresh flowers, but I will be honest they are not in my everyday decor, flowers get expensive FAST and since I do not have a green thumb, nor the knowledge to keep a plant alive this would be my best bet. I am telling you I am NOT graced with being able to take care of plants... AT ALL... I mean I am the one who killed a Venus fly trap! Who knew...

Box of Chic

$49.00 per month

A subscription box for your home! Each box will surprise you with pretty pieces for your desk, coffee table, kitchen, bar, dining room, bedroom and more! Jennifer personally styles each box's items and includes a gorgeous photo depicting how she styled as well as styling tips so you can easily re-create the look in your home.

I LOVE  styling tips and items that say here ya go stupid! Needless to say I have always had my own sense of style and decor and up until recently I have never really cared. I guess you get to a point in your life when you say maybe it is time to let your style grow up some... After all I was the teenage with my favorite things stapled to my bedroom walls... So yeah...

These were so hard to narrow down since there are so many that are similar but these would be the ones that I would say are a MUST have in my book for our home. 

The list of subscriptions were thanks to Hello Subscription

I REALLY encourage y'all to go check it out! 

I will be sharing more "Wish Lists" in the following categories so STAY TUNED:

BEAUTY
WOMEN

CLOTHING & FASHION

CRAFTS, DYI & HOBBIES

MEN

SPECIAL INTEREST & FAN

FOOD & COOKING

BEVERAGE

HOME

FITNESS

TEENS & TWEENS

BABY

KIDS

PETS

&

REGIONAL, LOCAL & COUNTRIES

Which one are you most excited to hear about?

Are you a Box Subscription Subscriber? 

If so who are you signed up with?

 (DISCLAIMER: this is NOT a sponsored post, I was not asked to speak about any of the companies involved and all of the opinions are of my own)

Dreaming of...(Subscription) Boxes : Beauty Edition

In 2011 someone had a brainstorm to stick stuff in a box and have people pay for it...

MONTHLY...

My thoughts?

WHY didn't I think of that!

4 years later and there are at least over 1800 DIFFERENT companies following suit.

The first of the year I jumped on the band wagon and signed up with Ispy Glam Bags 

If you are not familiar with them here is the basics...

They are a box subscription company who specializes in beauty products.

Here is my "spread" of bags since I have joined!

When you sign up you answer a quiz that they use as the basis on what products you get sent, shades, etc. 

 Give them your $10 a month and wait with some MAJOR anticipation to see that pink envelope in your mail box!

I LOVE LOVE LOVE ISPY mail days!

If you want to join me there use my REFERRAL LINK

As a matter of fact I got my October shipment yesterday.Here is a peak inside my glambag this month!

 which is why I had this great idea that I would share with you about my experience with Ispy being a box subscription based company and then I would put together a "wish list" of some of the other companies out there.

 What is so great about these companies is that they have something for everyone! There are SO many categories out there so I just HAD to make up a wish list for each area! 

What?!

Today I will share with you Box Subscription companies that specialize in beauty, since I am a current subscriber in that area my self.

But there are SO MANY MORE I would LOVE to sign up with..

Out of the 226 companies specializing in beauty I narrowed it down to  10...

The subscription prices range from free to $348 a month...

Here is my "Wish List"

Walmart Beauty Box

$5.00 per quarter

Each new season brings different product needs and a reason to refresh your beauty cabinet. In your Walmart Beauty Box, you’ll find sample beauty products and tips on how to use those and other items sold at Walmart and on Walmart.com. Receiving your Walmart Beauty Box will be another reason to welcome each new season.

Target Beauty Box

$7.00 per quarter

Try your favorite beauty products with the Target beauty box. Receive 5 sample size beauty products each quarter.  Try them, tote them, take them with you – we’re sure you’ll love them as much as we do.

Birchbox

$10.00 per month

Birchbox is a discovery box that will send you 5 samples or full-size products. Earn rewards points by subscribing and reviewing your products that you can spend on full-size items on their site.

 Ipsy

$10.00 per month

Monthly Glam Bag with deluxe samples and full-sized beauty products. Comes with a cute little bag to store your loot.

Glitter Daze

$15.00 per month

Based on box size, get 1 full-sized Polish & 1 hand care item to a full-size plus mini + 2 nail care item and a glittery accessory. Hand-blended 5-free “artisanal” polish.

SquareHue

$21.00 per month

Monthly surprise subscription of 3 3-free themed polishes per month. Donates to great causes, not tested on animals, and made in the USA.

e.l.f. Beauty Bundle

$27.00 per month

Get a hand-picked assortment of e.l.f.’s top-rated products every eight weeks. Bundles feature e.l.f. products for eyes, lips, and face, as well as skin care, nail products, and top-rated makeup tools.

Memebox

$30.00 per month

K Beauty in a box! Not a subscription, purchase each box separately! Do not forget to check out the Superboxes and Lucky Boxes! The original Memebox comes packed with 4 – 8 full sized products and deluxe samples, carefully curated from experts in Korea to give you the opportunity to experience the widest selection of beauty products. Boxes in each Memebox series always contain the same products, and contents vary from hair and body products, to skin care and cosmetics.

Wantable Makeup

$40.00 per month

Makeup boxes have 3-5 full-size premium makeup products selected by a makeup artist or stylist and application tips. Your first Collection is $40 and after your “keep all” credit, every month afterwards is $36. You’ll receive 3-5 items and a happiness guarantee. If you love them all, they’re yours to keep at no additional cost. If you’re not in love, returns are easy and free for domestic customers.

Peach & Lily

$49.00 per box

$150+ for only $49 and includes full-sized cult favorite beauty products, travel-sized items, and free shipping. Discover the latest Peach and Lily favorites before they hit the website. Note that these are one-time boxes and not always available. Search the site for “box” or sign up for emails.

The list of subscriptions were thanks to Hello Subscription

I REALLY encourage y'all to go check it out! 

I will be sharing more "Wish Lists" in the following categories so STAY TUNED:

WOMEN

CLOTHING & FASHION

CRAFTS, DYI & HOBBIES

MEN

SPECIAL INTEREST & FAN

FOOD & COOKING

BEVERAGE

HOME

FITNESS

TEENS & TWEENS

BABY

KIDS

PETS

&

REGIONAL, LOCAL & COUNTRIES

Which one are you most excited to hear about?

Are you a Box Subscription Subscriber? 

If so who are you signed up with?

 

(DISCLAIMER: this is NOT a sponsored post, I was not asked to speak about any of the companies involved and all of the opinions are of my own)

Bloglovin'

If you are a seasoned blogger then you may have heard of the website Bloglovin'

If you are new to the game let me tell you what this is THE site to check out. 

Over on Bloglovin' you will be able to read and follow all of your favorite blogs and even discover new ones that you have been missing out on! 

What is so great about this site is you can even take ALL of your favorite blogs on the go wi

I just got myself signed up over there and I am excited to read and discover some new friends. :)

I hope you all will come join Inked & Sassy over on Bloglovin'! 

Which blogs are you going to follow?

I have already started with:
 Nat Your Average Girl
and
Sometimes Sweet  

Stay tuned for an update with more great blogs to follow!